MILTON HIGH SCHOOL

EAGLE UPDATE
March 26, 2017
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In This UpdateHOME
SAFETY AT MILTON
SGC ELECTIONS
AUDITIONS
T/P OF THE YEAR
SOAR ENDS
DISMISSAL FRIDAY
STUDENT GROWTH INFO
SPRING TESTING INFO
PARKING REMINDERS
DEVICE INVENTORY
SENIOR INFORMATION
CAP & GOWN INFO
MOWR INFORMATION
2017-18 ONLINE CLASSES SUMMER SCHOOL INFO SGC MEETING
SOCCER EVENT
ATHLETIC PHYSICALS
Milton High School
PRINCIPAL
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ASSISTANT PRINCIPALS
9th GRADE
  
10th GRADE
 
11th GRADE
 
12th GRADE 
 
ADMIN ASSISTANTS
    
504/RTI COORDINATOR
 
GUIDANCE DIRECTOR
     
ATHLETIC DIRECTOR
Milton PTSA
 
PTSA Co-Presidents
Jeannie Yancey
Jenny Miller
[email protected]

 

IMPORTANT
DATES
04.03-04.07 - Spring Break*
04.11 - SGC Meeting 4:00PM
04.15 - Prom 7-11PM
04.24-05.05 - EOC TESTING
04.27-29 - Cirque Show
05.01-12 - AP TESTING
05.04-06 - Cirque Show
05.25 - Last Day of School
05.25 - Graduation 8:00PM
  * = No school for sudents 
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STUDENT SAFETY AT MILTONSAFETY
I want to address the situations that occurred at Milton last week and assure you, again, that there is no threat against our school. The circumstances that surround an inappropriate video and  the  RUMORED  threat against the school are still being investigated by school administration and law enforcement.

Please use this opportunity to talk with your student about the seriousness of capturing, sending and receiving inappropriate material/content.  Students should know that possessing this video or sharing it with others may result in disciplinary action and/or criminal charges if appropriate. We take the safety and well being of our students seriously and will take all actions to protect their privacy.

Please do not hesitate to contact me or anyone else on the administrative team if you have any questions or concerns.

Thank you,
Brian Jones
SGC ELECTIONS:  VOTING ENDS MARCH 28 ELECTIONS
It is SGC elections season. Elections will take place until March 28 for parent/guardian representatives and teacher representatives. Each candidate has prepared a statement introducing him/herself and explaining why s/he wants to serve on the Council. As you prepare to cast your vote, please visit our school website at www.miltonhighschool.com to learn more about the candidates so that you can make an informed decision about your Council representatives.  Copies of all candidate statements are also available below.  Hard copies of the candidate statements are available in the main office for your viewing as well.

CANDIDATE STATEMENTS
PARENT/GUARDIAN

TEACHER
PERFORMING ARTS AUDITIONSAUDITIONS
2017-18 ADVANCED DRAMA & CIRQUE AUDITIONS
Students interested in Milton Theatre Company's Advanced Drama and Cirque classes next year are encouraged to attend auditions next week. Auditions for Advanced Drama will be held on  Wednesday, March 29 . Students will sign up for an individual audition slot outside Black Box Theatre , or email Mr. Smith at [email protected] .

Cirque auditions will be held Thursday, March 30 beginning at 4:00PM in the auditorium. Rising 9th grade students will arrive later once their school is out. More information can be found on our website, www.Miltontheatrecompany.com under announcements. Questions, please email Mr. Smith at [email protected], or Mr. Hopkins at [email protected].

2017-18 MILTON CHORUS AUDITIONS
It is your chance to join the award winning Milton Choral Program. Auditions for next school year will be Monday, 3/27 and Tuesday, 3/28 after school in the chorus room. Sign up sheets are posted outside the chorus room with information for the audition process. If you have any questions, please see Mr. Bowers or email him at [email protected].
TEACHER & PROFESSIONAL OF THE YEAROFTHEYEAR
We are proud to announce Milton's Teacher and Professional of the Year.  Mr. Drew Bowers is our Teacher of the Year and Mr. Tim Tran is our Professional of the Year.
Congratulations to Mr. Tim Tran for being named Professional Employee of the Year. Mr. Tran is knowledgeable, professional, competent, willing and able to handle all technology issues without ever getting flustered, discombobulated, ruffled, or stressed. He maintains a cool, calm exterior in all situations, no matter how dire. He has the capability necessary to handle all technology challenges and if he doesn't for some reason, he knows who to ask for answers. He takes the time to work with anyone personally, if that is called for. More importantly, his calm has the effect of calming others around him who may have approached him in deep despair or with a high level of frustration. Tim Tran has the admirable ability to reassure and empower anyone. He is so personable and friendly; this means he never makes anyone feel like a tech issue is silly or a tech question is ignorant. He is approachable and makes himself available at all times. And he is able to explain things clearly and coherently. It is an honor to announce the Milton High School Teacher of the YearMr. Drew Bowers, who serves as the Director of Choral Music. For the last ten years, he has provided a home for students who are able to develop and find their voice within a family of various performing groups. His leadership has guided students to receive countless awards and perform for the local community, colleges throughout Georgia, the Atlanta Braves, Disney, Carnegie Hall, European Choir Tour, among others. His dedication to his craft is evident in all that he does. Mr. Bower's students learn the importance of a strong work ethic while they refine their individual parts in creating a unified whole. Their diligence is rewarded with ongoing support that Mr. Bowers gives them while helping them on their unique path and career options. Within the school, Mr. Bowers also serves as Fine Arts Co- Department Chair where assists in school leadership and in bringing the arts to all student's educational experience. Mr. Bowers joins the ranks of many exemplary teachers who have been awarded this honor, and he will continue to serve the Milton community with heart and leadership.
SOAR ENDS THIS WEEKSOAR
This coming week will be the last week of SOAR. When we return to school, after Spring Break, we will be on a regular school bell schedule.
FRIDAY DISMISSAL INFORMATIONDISMISSAL
Spring Break Student Dismissal Procedure: 
FRIDAY, MARCH 31, 2017: Planning on checking out your student on this day?
Because we are anticipating a higher than normal volume, Milton High School will implement a slight adjustment in our normal checkout procedures.

DISMISSAL PROCEDURES: 
  • Students can drop off their parent dismissal notes to the attendance office starting as early as Monday, 3/27, but no later than 1:00PM on Thursday, March 30. Please include a phone number.
  • Those students can then pick up their dismissal pass as early as Thursday after 1:00PM or Friday morning before the bell rings. The student should give their pass to their teacher to leave at their dismissal time, then sign out with attendance.
  • Please note: All attempts will be made to contact the parent/guardian. If unable to be reached a message will be left confirming the dismissal with no call back necessary. Provided a contact verification to the guardian was made, all students will be permitted to sign out of the building.

WALK-IN'S / NO PRIOR NOTICE FOR FRIDAY 3/31:

  • No phone or email will be accepted for early dismissals
  • Clinic, family emergencies will be serviced on a first come/first serve basis and MUST provide a drivers license before a student is dismissed.
  • With the exception of sickness, family emergencies, there will be NO WALK-IN DISMISSALS AFTER 1:30 pm (following 5th period) on Friday, March 31, unless prearranged.
  • Please recognize the Milton High School attendance desk will work as effectively and efficiently as possible to ensure a safe secure student check out. We would appreciate your patience and understanding during this busy time.
KEEP IN MIND... 
Friday March 31, 2017 IS A REGULARLY SCHEDULED SCHOOL DAY.   A dismissal that results in any part of the school day being missed outside of the Fulton County Board of Education attendance guidelines will be considered unexcused. Dismissals labeled "Medical appointment" will be unexcused until a Dr note is submitted to attendance no later than APRIL 14th.
In closing, Milton High School wishes all students a very happy, safe, enjoyable spring break and a BIG thank you for your understanding and teamwork in making the week before go smoothly.

Sincerely,
Erika Cloutier, Milton High School Attendance Officer
STUDENT GROWTH INFORMATIONGROWTH
PARENTS/GUARDIANS: Your student will receive his/her 
Georgia Student Growth Model (GSGM) Report on Monday, March 27 during HOMEROOM. Please read the statement below explaining the GSGM Report.

We are pleased to provide you with your student's GSGM Report that provides information on your student's academic progress during the 2015-2016 school year. Georgia's growth model has been in place for several years and, as educators, we have been taking advantage of this information to improve your student's educational experience. This report represents yet another way in which Georgia is seeking to improve the level of student achievement across our state.

This report will provide you with Student Growth Percentiles (SGPs) for your student. Benefits of the SGPs:
  • Describes how much academic progress your student made relative to academically similar students
  • Allows for an apples - to apples comparison on how much growth your student demonstrated, relative to other students who started in the same place
  • All students have the ability to demonstrate all levels of growth - for both low and high achieving students
There are several resources available to assist you with understanding these new reports. On gsgm.gadoe.org you will find sample Georgia Milestones EOG and EOC student growth reports and a video to assist you with interpreting these reports. There is also an animated introduction to SGP video. Finally, you can view school- and district-level SGP results at gastudentgrowth.gadoe.org.

Again, we are excited to be able to provide you with this new resource. Our school and teachers look forward to working with you and your student to use this new growth information, in addition to other academic information about your student, to provide an enriching and engaging learning experience.

Sincerely,

Marvin Fullilove
Testing Coordinator
Milton High School
As we move closer to our 2017 spring testing window, we wanted to share with you some general information regarding dates and tests. We will provide a more detailed schedule for both EOC and AP tests in the very near future. 
Georgia Milestones EOC Testing Schedule:
DATE
TEST
April 24 & 26
9th Literature
11th American Literature

April 25
U.S. History
Economics

April 27 & 28
Make-up Sessions
May 1
Algebra
Geometry

May 2
Biology
Physical Science

May 3, 4, & 5
Make-up Sessions

AP Exam Schedule:
AP Exams will be held   Monday May 1 through Friday May 12.  Students taking an AP Exam needed to have completed their registration. Any student who has NOT completed their AP Exam registration needs to see Mrs. Morison in suite 1360 or contact her by email: [email protected]. Specific tests, times and other details will be communicated in the coming weeks.
PARKING REMINDERSPARKING
Attention all drivers: If you are not parked in your assigned parking space or visitors you will be subject to tow. Students are prohibited from parking in visitor parking unless someone is parked in your assigned space. You will be subject to tow, unless you report the issue to Coach Long (room 1276) or Coach Sylvestri (AD Office) prior to school day beginning (You will be provided a pass if the late bell rings for 1st period). Thank you in advance for your cooperation!
SPRING SEMESTER DEVICE INVENTORY UPDATEINVENTORY
In anticipation of student device return/inventory for summer vacation, students must clear any fines that may be associated with their school issued tablet. These fines/issues can include, but are not limited to, the following:
  1. Broken/Damaged Surface Case
  2. Lost Stylus/Charger Block/USB Cable
  3. Damaged Surface Screen

If you are a student in need of taking care of these fines, please see Coach Bacile in office suite 1380 or Mr. Tran in the Media Hub for assistance. Surface Fines Image sent in Email.

ATTENTION SENIORS!SENIORS
GRADUATION 2017 & END-OF-YEAR INFORMATION
Seniors and Parents of Seniors! Please click on the link below for information regarding GRADUATING SENIOR RESPONSIBILITIES as we move towards GRADUATION in May!  

LAST CALL FOR CAP AND GOWN ORDERS:CAPANDGOWN
Balfour will be sending the final cap and gown order to the factory on Friday, March 31.
FROM BALFOUR: Please encourage your seniors to order before Thursday, March 30, 2017. Ordering in a timely manner will:
  1. Guarantee the student gets the correct gown size.
  2. Allow time to swap sizes if necessary.
  3. Ensure the student gets the accessories needed.
Orders placed after Thursday, March 30, will be filled with the inventory available in our office. While we do our best to accommodate each student, we cannot guarantee a perfect fit. These gowns will be brought to the school for delivery after the first of May.

Orders placed after Friday, April 28, will ship directly to the student's home address at an additional charge.

Additionally, a ny student using a cap and gown from a sibling, etc. MUST order a Diploma Cover and 2017 tassel package from GA Balfour. All orders should be placed at www.gabalfour.com.

Let's work together to make it a smooth and successful graduation season! Thanks, GA Balfour

SENIOR CELEBRATION AT SIX FLAGS
Seniors, mark your calendars for Monday, May 22 for an all day Senior Event at Six Flags! Buses will load at 9:30AM at MHS and will leave the park at 6:00PM to return to MHS. There will be chaperones on each bus and at the park. Ticket prices are $42 and paid for by your senior dues. This includes park admission, transportation, and lunch. Students may bring extra spending money for any additional items. If you have NOT paid your $85 senior dues, please pay ASAP so that all seniors can participate in the trip, just as they have all year in all senior PTSA events. If you are unsure if you have paid your dues, or for more info for paying dues, please email [email protected] so that the PTSA team can follow up with you. More details, including a waiver to be signed by a parent, will be emailed home after Spring Break. Thanks to the PTSA Senior Events Team for organizing this special event.
FROM THE GUIDANCE DEPARTMENTGUIDANCE
MOVE ON WHEN READYMOWR
Students who are interested in participating in MOWR (Move on When Ready) should review the information at https://mhsmowr.wordpress.com/. This program includes College English classes, Georgia Tech distant math classes, part-time dual enrollment, and full-time dual enrollment. MOWR applications will be available with Dr. Marsh in 1340. The application deadline is March 31; please note that this is a Fulton County deadline, which is earlier than most of the college deadlines. Acceptance to the college or university is required for the MOWR program; admission requirements vary for each college or university. For additional questions please schedule an appointment with your Counselor.

2017-2018 ONLINE CLASS INFORMATIONONLINE
Students- Are you interested in taking online classes during the 2017-2018 school year? If so, please watch for the Milton High School online application to be released after spring break.

2017 SUMMER SCHOOLSUMMER
Summer school registration has begun! Please review the summer school documents for face-to-face and online summer school options. Students and Parents may register online by using the appropriate links. It is critical that students make up any courses that are required for graduation. Students will only be promoted to the next grade level if they have met the required number of credits by the first day of school.
Students must have:
5.0 credits to be a sophomore
11.0 credits to be a junior
17.0 credits to be a senior
If you have any questions about summer school please contact your counselor.
COLLEGE & CAREER CENTER NEWS CCC
S TUDENTS
SENIORS: If you have received your acceptances, please come place your name on our "graduation wall". And for those that have declared their intentions, please visit the Futures of Milton 2017 Facebook Page to let everyone know where you are committed. Also, there are still scholarships out there. If you need information on where to get started, please stop by. Both will earn you points for the House Competition!


PARENTS: If  you are interested in scheduling an individual meeting , please contact [email protected] . Also, we are starting to look for a very specific volunteer need for next year. Our wonderful college liaison will be "retiring" at the end of next school year (2018), as her daughter will be graduating. She would love to have someone start shadowing her this spring, in order to work with her next school year and then to take over the position. If you are interested, please contact Shannon Wagar ( [email protected] ) for further information.
COLLEGE VISITS
Monday (3/27)
College of Coastal Georgia and Purdue University (3rd period)
Miami-Ohio & Southern Utah University (4th period)
University of North Georgia (5th period)
Tuesday (3/28)
Augusta University (3rd period)
University of South Carolina & The Ohio State University (4th period)
Gwinnett Technical College & Texas A&M (5th period)
Marines will be in the cafeteria during all lunches
Wednesday (3/29)
Ole Miss & Ga Tech Air Force ROTC (4th period)
LSU (5th period)
PARENTSPEACHTREE
If you are interested in scheduling an individual meeting, please contact [email protected] . Also, we are starting to look for a very specific volunteer need for next year. Our wonderful college liaison will be "retiring" at the end of next school year (2018), as her daughter will be graduating. She would love to have someone start shadowing her this spring, in order to work with her next school year and then to take over the position. If you are interested, please contact Shannon ( [email protected] ) for further information.

As always, if you have any questions, please stop by and see us! Follow us on Facebook and Twitter, and keep checking our website for the most up to date information ( www.mhsccc.com)
SGC MEETINGSGCMTG
School Governance Council Meeting Meeting with Public Comment Tuesday, April 11, 2017 4:00pm The next meeting of the Milton HS School Governance Council is scheduled for Tuesday, April 11, 2017 at 4:00pm in the Media Center at Milton HS. This meeting will allow for public comment. Speakers may address the Council at the meeting with comments limited to three minutes. Anyone wishing to comment should respond to the Chairman, Rebecca Shannon, at [email protected] by Friday, April 7, 2017 at noon. To access the agenda for this meeting and to learn more about the School Governance Council, visit the Milton High School website at: http://school.fultonschools.org/hs/milton/Pages/sgc.aspx
SOCCER EVENTSSOCCER
SENIOR NIGHT
Mark your calendars for Milton Soccer Senior Night Tuesday, April 11. Varsity teams will face Walton High School! Come help us celebrate our seniors between the girls and boys games. Girls start at 5:55PM and boys start at 8:00PM.

YOUTH SOCCER NIGHT
Milton Soccer Youth Night is scheduled for Friday, April 14! All aspiring soccer players are welcome. Admission is FREE for all U14 and under players wearing a club jersey accompanied by a paying adult. A few lucky players will get to escort Milton Varsity Soccer players onto the field before they battle South Forsyth. Please spread the word!

ATHLETIC PHYSICALSPHYSICALS
We will be providing athletic physicals (through Northside Hospital) on Saturday 4/22 at 8:30AM. The cost of the physicals are $15 (donation to ATC's). They will be held in the PE wing/gymnasium area. Please have all forms completed upon arrival. Each respective team has their updated forms. Contact your coaches or visit the athletic website for the necessary forms. 
EAGLE PRIDEPRIDE

ATHLETICS
TENNIS
The Girls Varsity Tennis team finished first in the highly competitive Deco Turf tournament in Chattanooga. They secured their spot as number one seed beating their competition with an impressive 22-5 match record. Notably, freshman Julianna Mascagni was recognized as Tournament MVP, and sophomore, Hallie Walker was recognized as All Tournament Team Singles.

Boys Varsity also excelled, moving up a bracket from last year to finish 5th out of of 16 teams. Congratulations to both Varsity Tennis Teams!

GYMNASTICS
Congratulations to the Varsity Gymnastics team on their 2nd place finish at a meet this weekend against 7 other teams. Way to go ladies!

PERFORMING ARTS
WINTERGUARD
Congratulations to The Milton Wintergard on receiving 2nd place in the scholastic class at this past weekend's SAPA competitionThe guard is currently ranked in the top 25 in the nation heading into world championships next month!
ATHLETIC SCHEDULES SCHEDULE
HOME EVENTS
3.27 Mon: Varsity Baseball v South Forsyth @ 5:55 PM
3.27 Mon:  JV Soccer v North Forsyth JVB @ 5:55PM/JVG @ 7:30PM
3.28 Tue:  Soccer v North Forsyth VB @ 5:55p VG @ 8:00 PM
3.28 Tue:  Baseball v South Forsyth 9th @ 5:00/JV @ 7:00PM
3.29 Wed: JV Baseball v Forsyth Central @ 5:55PM
3.29 Wed: JV Soccer v Lambert JVG @ 5:55/JVB @ 7:30PM
3.31 Fri: Varsity Baseball v South Forsyth @ 5:55

  AWAY EVENTS
3.27 Mon: JV Boys Golf Woodstock Towne Lake Hills CC
3.27-3.29 Mon-Wed:  G/B Tennis Region Tourn. @ Fowler Park @ 4:00PM
3.28 Tue:  Boys Golf Johns Creek CCOS
3.28 Tue: Boys Varsity Lacrosse v Lambert TBA
3.29 Wed:  Varsity Baseball v South Forsyth @ 5:55PM
3.29 Wed:  Gymnastics TBA Lovett 5:00PM
3.29 Wed: Track and Field @ JV Regionals @ Lambert @  4:30 PM
3.30 Thu: Baseball v South Forsyth JV @ 5:00/Fr @ 7:00PM
3.30 Thu: JV Boys Golf Roswell Brookfield JV TBA
3.30 Thu: Varsity Soccer v Lambert VG @ 5:55/VB @ 8:00PM
3.30 Thu: Girls Lacrosse v North Forsyth V @ 6:00PM 
3.31 Fri: 9th Baseball v TBA @ LakePoint @ 5:55PM
3.31 Fri: Varsity Boys Lacrosse v Gainesville Buchholtz @ 5:00PM
3.31-4.02 Fri-Sun: Track & Field Florida Relays University of Florida TBA
3.31 Fri: Track & Field Woodstock Distance Festival Woodstock @ 4:30PM
4.01 Sat: Varsity Boys Lacrosse v Sarasota Cardinal @ 2:00PM
4.01 Sat: Girls Lacrosse SSSA (Spring Fling) TBA (2 games)
Milton High School
13025 Birmingham Highway
Milton, GA 30004
www.miltonhighschool.com