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In This Update
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PRINCIPAL
ASSISTANT PRINCIPALS
9th GRADE
10th GRADE
11th GRADE
12th GRADE
ADMIN ASSISTANTS
504/RTI COORDINATOR
GUIDANCE DIRECTOR
ATHLETIC DIRECTOR
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PTSA Co-Presidents
[email protected]
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03.23-25 - Musical 7:00PM
04.03-04.07
- Spring Break*
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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MILTON'S PARTNERS
IN EDUCATION
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SGC ELECTIONS OPEN THIS WEEK:
MARCH 22-28
It is SGC elections season. Elections will take place March 22-28 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
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TEACHER OF THE MONTH
Congratulations to Ms. Renee Denney for being named March Teacher of the Month!
Ms. Denney's teaching philosophy:
Excite with passion! As a teacher she tries to excite her students into learning. Whether she is teaching theatre, directing a play, preparing students for TAG Internship, or working on resumes in "Hire Me." She believes in the value of what she is offering the students and uses her theatrical energy, sense of humor and crazy personality to excite them into grasping how important the skills that she is teaching them will be in their life. She has a passion for what she teaches and that passion comes through when she is in front of students and parents. She believes you never quit learning and as a teacher should always be searching for ways to do things better. And most importantly, live and teach that it is o.k. to fail as long as you try. As a teacher she tries new lessons, new ways of doing things and if they don't work out that is fine! It just helps her find the path to a better way of doing things! She teaches her students the same thing. She has a motto that she uses frequently with her students
in class: "There is no wrong answer. The only wrong answer is not even trying."
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EMPLOYEE OF THE MONTH
Congratulations to Ms. Erika Cloutier for being named March Employee of the Month!
This is what people say about her: Erica has to deal with hundreds of students, parents, and emails in a single hour, and she does it all with grace. She is always smiling and joking with the students and faculty alike, and she brings a sense of lightheartedness that is much needed in the busy front office environment.
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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:
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TEST
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April 24 & 26
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9th Literature
11th American Literature
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April 25
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U.S. History
Economics
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April 27 & 28
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Make-up Sessions
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May 1
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Algebra
Geometry
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May 2
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Biology
Physical Science
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May 3, 4, & 5
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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.
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MICROSOFT SURFACE UPDATE
In an effort to prepare for the spring testing season, we are asking that students update their school issued Surface tablets with needed software/security applications.
Below are some simple instructions on how to accomplish this:
- Please restart the tablet while on a Wi-Fi network (Click the Windows icon, Click the "Power/Battery" icon, and tap "Restart")
- After restarting and logging back in with the students' Fulton County credentials, please click to start any needed updates.
(Click the Windows icon, click the "Settings" option, click "Updates and Security" and click "Check for Updates" and/or "Start Downloads" of any needed/available updates)
 DRC Insight is the testing app that is used to administer the End Of Course Assessments in a secure online environment. We will be administering EOC tests to students this spring via the Microsoft Surface, so it is vital that students have this app installed using the directions above. If you need any assistance with this process, please see Mr. Tran or the Tech Eagle helpers at the Media Hub help desk, or Coach Bacile in office suite 1380.
STUDENTS - PLEASE CHECK YOUR FULTON SCHOOLS EMAIL ACCOUNT FOR REMINDERS.
(Students must access their FCS email account through Microsoft Outlook on their issued tablet.)
TECH EAGLE HELP VIDEOS
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ALPHARETTA ELEMENTARY 60th BIRTHDAY
The Alpharetta Elementary School PTO, faculty, and staff
cordially invite you to a community-wide celebration honoring
Alpharetta Elementary school's 60th birthday!
WHEN: Saturday, March 25, 2017
4:00-7:00PM
(ceremony/cake cutting at 5PM)
WHERE:
Alpharetta Elementary School front lawn
Complimentary inflatables, music, birthday cake, drinks, and school tours
Additional food, for purchase, provided by Smokejack and Kona Ice with proceeds benefiting the AES 60th birthday fund for school improvements.
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FROM THE SUMMIT
6 Signs that a Student is struggling with a Mental Illness
Anxiety and depressive disorders are the most diagnosed mental illness currently affecting people across the country, especially teenagers. Mental illness affects teenagers in many ways including their relationships, mood, energy levels, and academic performance. Every day, thousands of schools provide education for students, and every day millions of students with mental illness slip through the cracks and go unnoticed. With the suicide rates among teenagers gradually increasing, it's now more important than ever for parents, teachers, and administration to be familiar with the signs of mental illness.
- Truancy: the student is late or absent frequently Some students don't come to class or repeatedly show up late. Parents and faculty may think the student is a troublemaker or lazy, but in reality, he or she may be depressed. Depression can cause teenagers to feel tired and have a lack of energy. Many adults who have depression find it difficult to get up in the morning and go to work; likewise, students may find it difficult to get out of bed and get to class. A student with anxiety may also find it difficult to be in large crowds which makes attending school hard. Anxiety may also cause physical symptoms such as headaches and stomach aches leading to increased school absences.
- Not turning in homework: Students often have hours of homework every night; a difficult task for even the most dedicated student. A student with anxiety may over think the assignments or have elevated stress that causes him or her to give up on completing tasks. Some anxiety is effective - it's motivates people to get things done. However, when anxiety is very high it becomes unhealthy causing the person to feel on edge and over stimulated. This can lead to low levels of concentration or cause the student to feel more easily overwhelmed. Students with depression may also have difficulty paying attention in class and may be more reluctant to ask for help. This may cause them to not understand material and feel helpless when it's time to complete homework.
- Spending a lot of time alone: Not everyone likes to spend time with friends at school, but if you notice that a student spends most of his or her time alone - he or she might be struggling. This could mean the student has difficulty connecting with peers or maintaining friendships. Depression can also cause feelings of worthlessness and perceived burdensomeness resulting in teens avoiding friends and social events. If you notice that a student eats alone every day or avoids groups at school, it's time to check in with them.
- Poor grades: Students often have poor grades for various reasons, but if a student is struggling with a mental illness their grades might be affected. Students who do not make it to class, have trouble focusing in class, and have difficulty completing assignments will reflect this in their grades. But - don't be fooled - students with high grades may also be having trouble. These students may appear perfectionistic or set high expectations resulting in guilt and sadness when they fail to reach their goals. Another thing to note, is that a student with high test anxiety may also do poorly on tests resulting in low grades. Sometimes these students are very focused on the other people around them, noises, or fear of not completing the test in time - sometimes testing alone or increased test taking time can help with this.
- Facial expressions and body language: Our faces and bodies can give off signals about how we feel when we can't find the words. A student who has no facial expressions, frowns, makes little eye contact, and has closed off body language may be struggling. Even though facial expressions and body language can be a telling sign, it is not always accurate; students struggling with depression and anxiety often smile and laugh too. It's good to check in with people from time to time just to ask how they're doing.
- Substance use: Teens in high school are entering the age where they might start experimenting with drugs and alcohol. Sometimes it's nothing to worry about and other times it's more serious. Teens who are struggling with a mental illness may use drugs or alcohol to self-medicate. While the teen may feel better in the moment, research shows that alcohol increases depression and drugs such as marijuana can increase anxiety. If a student is using drugs it can be a sign that they need help.
These are just a few signs that indicate a student may be struggling with a mental illness, and it is not a comprehensive list. Mental illness symptoms manifest differently in every person. If your teenager needs someone to talk to please call the Summit Counseling Center to make an appointment with the licensed School-based Therapist located in Milton high school at 678-893-5300! Article by: Julia Harris, MS, LAPC, NCC
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ATTENTION 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!
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.
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CLASS OF 2017 RED ENVELOPES
ATTENTION SENIOR PARENTS
Following our wonderful Milton Tradition, we are once again giving relatives, friends, and teachers of our 2017 graduates an extra opportunity to honor our students.
Parents, grandparents, aunts, uncles, cousins, teachers, neighbors, clergy, and friends may send your Senior student a special letter of congratulations on his or her upcoming graduation in May 2017. We will carefully keep these cards and letters for each student and distribute them after the Senior Breakfast. Every Senior will receive a large
RED ENVELOPE containing these messages and well wishes. The letters and cards will be kept confidential and are given to the students at the senior breakfast.
You can drop off your cards and letters at the front office in the red box labeled "RED ENVELOPES" or you can mail them to the school using the following address:
STUDENT'S FULL NAME
c/o Milton High School PTSA - Camille Williams/RED ENVELOPES
13025 Birmingham Highway
Milton, GA 30004
ALL CARDS AND LETTERS SENT TO THE SCHOOL OR DROPPED OFF MUST BE MARKED "RED ENVELOPE" ON THE OUTSIDE TO ENSURE DELIVERY!
INSTRUCTIONS FOR RED ENVELOPE CARDS AND LETTERS: Please keep in mind that letters will be collected for over 500 students. It is
IMPERATIVE that you follow these guidelines:
- SEND ONLY CARDS OR LETTERS 8 ½" x 11 OR SMALLER.
- DO NOT SEND PACKAGES OF ANY KIND!
- DO NOT SEND ANYTHING OF VALUE (i.e.: cash, checks, gift cards) we can't be responsible for it
- If sending several envelopes inside a larger one, PUT THE STUDENT'S FULL NAME ON ALL ENVELOPES
- Keep letters and cards FLAT. You will be asked to come to school to pick up and items which do not meet the above criteria.
ALL cards and letters
MUST BE DELIVERED TO SCHOOL BY MAY 7, 2017. We encourage you to send your letters as early as possible.
Let's show the Class of 2017 that they are indeed special to us and that we acknowledge their achievements of the past 12 years!
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FROM THE GUIDANCE DEPARTMENT
MOVE ON WHEN READY
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 INFORMATION
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 SCHOOL
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.
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COLLEGE & CAREER CENTER NEWS
ATTENTION
MOCK ACT/SAT OPTIONS AT MILTON: Take a free ACT practice test with Applerouth! Hosted at Milton High School in the College and Career Center (Room 2201). Taking this practice test will help you become more comfortable with the complete testing environment. The test comes with a free individual, detailed score report that highlights your personal strengths and weaknesses.
ACT Mock Test Information
Location: Milton High School
Date: Saturday, March 25
Time: 9:00AM-1:15PM
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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!
JUNIORS: If you missed Junior Boot Camp last week, but would still like help with creating a plan before your senior year, please schedule a time to come during your lunch or SOAR time. You can email us([email protected]) to schedule a time. We will get you started on creating accounts essential for college applications, locating your HOPE GPA, and walking you through sending standardized scores, as well as your high school transcript. You will also learn some time management tips, how to begin your college list, essay writing, the difference between Common App and a school app, and begin your academic resume.
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]
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COLLEGE VISITS
Monday (3/20)
UK-Manchester & Georgia Gwinnett (3rd period)
Art Institutes & Georgia State (4th Period)
University of Arizona (5th period)
Tuesday (3/21)
Armstrong State & Waseda-Japan (3rd period)
Auburn, Oklahoma, Arkansas (4th period)
Old Dominion & Navy Nuclear (5th period)
Wednesday (3/22)
Young Harris College & Winthrop University (3rd period)
Georgia College & Florida Polytechnic University (4th period)
University of Alabama-Birmingham & University of Cincinnati (5th period)
Thursday (3/23)
Wesleyan College & Aviation Management (3rd period)
SCAD & Valdosta State (4th period)
Elon University & University of Kentucky (5th period)
Friday (3/24)
Berry College & Greensboro College (3rd period)
Western Carolina University (4th period)
Gupton-Jones Funeral Home (5th period)
PARENTS
Our next seminar with Peachtree Planning will be on March 21 (Tuesday) in the CCC. This presentation will be directed to Sophomores and Juniors and will cover building a financially diverse college list. While this is a free event, we do ask for registration to ensure that we have enough space. Registration link can be found here: Go to: http://www.planforcollegeworkshop.com or call #770-810-5885 to reserve your seats.
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)
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EAGLE PRIDE
ACADEMICS
HOSA
Congratulations to the following students for placing at the 2017 HOSA State Leadership Conference! Students who placed in the top three will be advancing to the 2017 HOSA International Conference in Orlando, Florida in July.
1st place in Medical Math:
Abhisri Ramesh
1st place in Researched Persuasive Writing and Speaking:
Rida Naeem
2nd place in Behavioral Health:
Rhea Daswani
4th place in Medical Terminology:
Nisha Bhat
5th place in Public Health:
Jenna Bumiller and
Taylor Carroll
8th place in CERT Skills:
Lakshmi Burugupalli and
Jillian Huels
10th Place in EMT:
Remi Klein and
Anuhya Tadepalli
12th place in Health Education:
Diya Dharmendran and
Sanjana Duvvur
14th place in Veterinary Medicine:
Natalie Miller
FBLA
Congratulations to the following students for placing at the 2017 FBLA State Leadership Conference! Students who placed in the top four are advancing to the 2017 FBLA National Leadership Conference in Anaheim, California.
2nd place in Electronic Career Portfolio: Abhisri Ramesh
2nd place in Mobile App Development: Hunter Copp and Bryson Moore
3rd place in Insurance & Risk Management: Anita Li
4th place in Website Design: Angela Scaria
9th place in Health Administration: Natalie Tooley
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ATHLETIC SCHEDULES
HOME EVENTS
3.20 Mon:
9th/JV Baseball v West Forsyth 9th @ 5:00/JV @ 7:30
PM
3.20 Mon:
JV Girls Tennis v Wheeler JVG @ 4:00PM
3.21 Tue:
Soccer v Central Forsyth VG @ 5:55p VB @ 8:00
PM
3.21 Tue:
Varsity Boys Tennis v North Forsyth VB @ 4:00
PM
3.21 Tue: 9th Baseball v Lambert @ 5:55PM
3.22 Wed: JV Soccer v Cambridge JVG @ 5:55/JVB @ 7:30PM
3.22 Wed: Varsity Baseball v Lambert @ 5:55PM
3.22 Wed: Varsity Girls Tennis v Lassiter VG @ 4:00PM
3.23 Thu:
JV Baseball v Lambert JV @ 5:55PM
3.24 Fri: Varsity Soccer v West Forsyth VG @ 5:55/VB @ 7:30
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3.24 Fri: Varsity Baseball v Forsyth Central @ 5:55
AWAY EVENTS
3.20 Mon:
Varsity Baseball v Lambert @ 5:55PM
3.20 Mon:
Boys Varsity Golf v Centennial @ Roswell CC TBA
3.20 Mon:
Gymnastics v TBA @ Westminster @ TBA
3.20 Mon:
JV Boys Tennis v Wheeler @ JVB 4:00
PM
3.21 Tue:
Lacrosse v Lambert JVG @ 4:30/VG @ 5:55/VB @ 7:45
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3.21 Tue:
Varsity Girls Tennis v North Forsyth VG @ 4:00PM
3.22 Wed:
JV Boys Tennis v Lassiter @ JVB 4:00PM
3.22 Wed:
JV Boys Lacrosse v Lovett @ JVB 5:00PM
3.22 Wed: Track and Field @ Roswell Duals @ 4:30PM
3.23 Thu: JV Boys Golf v Roswell @ Brookfield @ TBA
3.23 Thu: 9th Baseball v Lambert @ 5:55PM
3.23 Thu: JV Soccer v West Forsyth JVG @ 5:55/JVB @ 7:30PM
3.24-25 Fri/Sat: Varsity Tennis DECO Tourn. @ Chattanooga (Tenn.) TBA
3.24 Fri: Boys Lacrosse v Roswell JVB @ 5:30/VB @ 7:30PM
3.25 Sat: 9th Baseball v St. Pius /Alpharetta @ Alpharetta @ 1:30 & 4:30PM
3.25 Sat:
Gymnastics TBA @ GASG @ 4:00PM
3.25 Sat: Track and Field FCS Championships @ Roswell @ 9:00AM
3.25 Sat: Varsity Boys Golf Lanier Invitational @ Sugar Hill GC @ TBA
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