MILTON HIGH SCHOOL
EAGLE UPDATE
April 15, 2018
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IN THIS UPDATEHOME
PRINCIPAL MESSAGE
EOC'S START NEXT WEEK
SHULER NOMINATIONS
SOCCER YOUTH NIGHT
SOCCER FUNDRAISER
CIRQUE TANTARA
SPORTS PHYSICALS
VOLLEYBALL TRYOUTS
SENIOR RESPONSIBILITIES
SR DEVICE COLLECTION
GRAD LAWN SIGNS
STUDENT FINES
VOTER REGISTRATION
DANCE TEAM INFO
PARKING AT MILTON
VOLUNTEER AT NFCC
CHECKOUT PROCEDURES
RED ENVELOPES 2018
SOBRES ROJOS 2018
TEXT A TIP PROGRAM
SUMMER JOB INFO
PARENT SEMINARS
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ASSISTANT PRINCIPALS
9th Grade
10th Grade
11th Grade
12th Grade

ADMIN ASSISTANTS

504/SST COORDINATOR
Donna Solomon
GUIDANCE DIRECTOR
ATHLETIC DIRECTOR
Gary Sylvestri
MILTON PTO
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IMPORTANT DATES
04/16: Soccer Fundraiser 5-9PM
04/17: Senior Field Day
04/18: Parent Seminar 8:30PM
04/19: Soccer Youth Night 6PM
04/23-05/04: EOC TESTING
05/01: SGC Meeting 4:00PM
05/02: Volleyball Tryouts 5:00PM
05/03: Volleyball Tryouts 5:00PM
05/03-05:Cirque Tantara 7:00PM
05/07-05/18: AP TESTING
05/10-12: Cirque Tantara 7:00PM
05/24: Last Day of 2nd Sem.
05/24: GRADUATION 8:00PM
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MESSAGE FROM THE PRINCIPALMESSAGE
There have recently been some public displays of hate in our community. It is more important than ever for schools to commit to programs that clearly define expectations in behavior for all members of the community. Whether you are a student, educator, or family member, you have a role to play in combating bias and bullying as a means to stop the escalation of hate. 
We believe it is imperative that students and the school community understand the impact of an incident such as this. Moving forward, Milton will be working with the Anti-Defimation League (ADL) to help us better navigate ANY situations that involve hate and bullying in our community. The ADL has many resources available to the public that help people understand the impact of their actions and provide tools for how to respond if they witness a hateful incident. Education and empathy are important for helping bring about a change in the culture so that these types of incidents will not recur.
Please use the links below for resources in this ever-important endeavor.  
Table Talk: Family Conversations About Current Events: Provides parents and family members the resources and tools to engage in difficult conversations about current events.
The Pyramid of Hate: The Pyramid shows how bias behaviors grow in complexity as they become "acceptable" or "normal". 
Rosalind Wiseman's Classroom Conversations Blog:   every month Rosalind's blog includes information on bullying, current events and social-emotional learning of children.
ADL's 2017 Audit of anti-Semitism:  ADL's audit found anti-Semitic incidents rose 57% in 2017.
GEORGIA MILESTONES START NEXT WEEKEOCS
We will be sending out a detailed schedule and transportation information regarding Milton's administration of the Georgia Milestone End of Course (EOC) tests. Information will be sent through school messenger, Constant Contact, the Milton website and other social media
Georgia Milestones EOC Testing Schedule:
April 23 & 25 -9th Lit & 11th American Lit
April 24 - U.S. History & Economics
April 30 - Algebra & Geometry
May 1- Biology & Physical Science

EOC Make-Up Sessions:  April 26, 27 & May 2,3,4
CABARET GETS 11 SHULER NOMINATIONS! CABARET
Congrats Milton High School and the cast & crew of CABARET on their 11 Shuler nominations! Watch the live televised awards show on Thursday, April 19, 2018 at 7:00PM on GPB!
  • Best Direction - David Hopkins
  • Music Directors - Drew Bowers & Nathan Shreer
  • Ensemble - ALL
  • Lighting Design - Sydney Hunt
  • Sound - Grant Norcom & Eli Jones
  • Scenic - David Hopkins
  • Leading Actress - Mary Caroline Owens
  • Leading Actor - Josh Martin
  • Supporting Actor - Harrison Mccall Lewis
  • Featured Actor - Louis Sellers
  • Best Overall Production - ALL
  • Honorable Mentions:
    • Sara Underwood - Supporting Actress
    • Sim Jones - Technical Execution
SOCCER YOUTH NIGHT YOUTHNIGHT
Milton Youth Soccer Night has been rescheduled for Thursday, April 19 starting at 5:30PM. Kids 8th grade and younger get in FREE with a paying adult when wearing their club jersey or soccer spirit wear. There will be giveaways, concessions, spirit wear and a halftime goal challenge. Come on out for some soccer fun!
SOCCER FUNDRAISER SOCCERFUNDR
Grab a delicious meal and support Milton Soccer, Monday, April 16th between 5pm and 9pm at Chipotle Mexican Grill (10910 Haynes Bridge Road, Alpharetta). Be sure to tell the cashier you are with Milton Soccer!
CIRQUE TANTARACIRQUE
Save the date for Milton's upcoming spring Cirque show, CIRQUE TANTARA!

SPORTS PHYSICALSPHYSICALS
The Milton Sports Medicine department, along with Northside Hospital, will be providing sport physicals on  Saturday, April 21 from 8:30 - 11:00AM in the upper area of the gym. Physicals are first come first served, no appointment needed.  Cost of the physical is a $15 donation (to benefit the sports medicine department).
VOLLEYBALL TRYOUTSVBTRYOUTS
Tryouts are May 2 & 3 from 5:00-7:30PM in the main gym. Have all forms (Physical, Insurance and Concussion) updated in Planet HS prior to tryouts. Please go to www.miltoneaglesvolleyball.com for any additional information.
Questions?  email: miltoneaglesvb@gmail.com
SENIOR RESPONSIBILITIESSRRESPONS
As we begin to approach the end of the year, there are a few items that all seniors must complete before they are cleared to participate in the MHS graduation ceremony.  The Counseling Department will be coming to the Senior Literature classes on April 18   (College English classes will be during the week of April 16) to help your students complete these requirements.  It is critical that each senior take his/her time and follow the directions accurately and completely

Students will need the following to complete the activities:
  1. A computer or device with internet access. We recommend that seniors bring their Surface to class and ensure that it is fully charged.
  2. Any scholarship information that he/she has been offered to date. This includes scholarships that he/she will be accepting as well as those that he/she was offered, but will not be accepting. 
The students will be completing the following activities:
  1. The Fulton County Senior Exit Survey, the GCIS After High School Transition Plan, and his/her Final Transcript Request Submission and Form (all online).
  2. The Final Transcript Request Form (paper submission).
How your student can prepare for these activities?:
  1. Charge their device!
  2. Make a list of ALL the colleges he/she applied to and indicate the admissions decision for each college.
  3. ADD up ALL scholarship monies earned from ALL sources/colleges. If a scholarship is renewable for 4 years, include the total for all years. DO NOT include the HOPE Scholarship.
Please note that all of these activities must be completed by May 4 in order to be cleared to participate in the MHS graduation ceremony.
DEVICE COLLECTION FOR SENIORSDEVICE
Device collection for SENIORS will occur on 5/2 - 5/4. Collection will occur in the Media HUB during lunch periods. Failure to return your Surface will result in your device being marked STOLEN. Seniors who do not return their device WILL NOT RECEIVE A DIPLOMA during the Graduation Ceremony.
GRAD LAWN SIGNSSIGNS
Grad Lawn Signs will be distributed this Tuesday (4/17) after Senior Field Day at 1:00PM. Signs should be picked up behind the stadium near the Field House. Seniors are encouraged to pick up the signs, but parents may also.
STUDENT OBLIGATIONS/FINESFINES
SENIORS: Ensure that ALL of your Library/Textbook/Surface accounts are CLEARED from previous years AND that you turn in EVERYTHING. Seniors with outstanding fines will NOT receive a diploma at graduation. 
RISING JUNIORS: 
In order to qualify for a Milton Parking Pass for the 2018-2019 school year you must have ALL of your accounts CLEARED by Monday, April 30. 
This includes Library/ Textbook/ Surface  accounts from 9th and 10th grade AND outstanding balances still on your account which have been transferred from other Fulton County Schools.
VOTER REGISTRATION DRIVEVOTER
Milton HS will hold a voter registration drive on Thursday, April 19 and Friday, April 20 during all lunches in the cafeteria. Students must be at least 17 1/2 years old and a U.S. citizen. Students must also have their driver's license with them. Those who cannot come to the drive can register online at https://sos.ga.gov/ on the "My Voter Page" or on the GA SOS mobile app which can be downloaded for free.
DANCE TEAM TRYOUTS HAVE BEEN POSTPONEDDANCE
The face of Milton Dance is changing. We anticipate confirmation that Competition Dance will be recognized as a GHSA Varsity sport starting in Fall 2018. For that reason, we have postponed tryouts until the new school year begins. Please stay tuned for updates regarding dance team status and auditions in the fall. For more information, please contact the coaches: Taylor Adams adamst4@fultonschools.org or Diane Durand durandd@fultonschools.org.
PARKING AT MILTONPARKING2
STUDENTS
Only students with a displayed valid parking pass are allowed to park on campus. Students without a valid parking pass and/or not parked in their assigned space will be subject to tow. 
PARENTS/VISITORS
Parents/visitors who park on campus must park in visitor parking (first two rows on the stadium side) and check in at the front desk. Failure to do so may result in being towed. No one is allowed to park their vehicle anywhere on campus for unofficial school business unless given permission by administration. Failure to get permission may result in your vehicle being towed.

We have very limited parking on campus and we need everyone's cooperation. Thank you in advance for your cooperation and understanding. If you have any questions or concerns please contact Coach Sylvestri at sylvestrig@fultonschools.org
STUDENT VOLUNTEERING AT NFCCVOLUNTEER
Come support Puppies & Pastries on April 28. Come anytime between 9 and noon to pet a puppy and eat a delicious pastry. Get more information and sign up through the link below. Also, bring 5 dollars to support the event. All proceeds will go to North Fulton Community Charities! http://www.signupgenius.com/go/4090f4ea4a72aabf94-student 
STUDENT CHECKOUT PROCEDURESCHECKOUT
Procedure To Check a Student Out:
  • The student must bring a written note from the parent or legal guardian to the attendance office in the morning to receive a pass out of class.
  • This note should include the student's name, grade, reason for dismissal and the time the parent or guardian will pick the student up.
  • We cannot accept phone calls or emails to check students out.
  • If an early dismissal note is not provided in the morning, a student may be called to the front office for check-out only when the parent/guardian or emergency contact arrives in the front office with a government issued ID (driver's license, passport, Fulton County employee ID). 
  • You may be asked to wait until a class change to check out your child.

Your cooperation with this procedure is requested as it minimizes interruptions to classroom instruction.

Students will not be checked out after 3:00 PM.
CLASS OF 2018 RED ENVELOPESREDENVELOPES
ATTENTION PARENTS AND FRIENDS OF GRADUATING SENIORS
Following our wonderful Milton tradition, we are once again giving relatives, friends and teachers an opportunity to honor our senior students by sending them a special letter of congratulations on their upcoming graduation in May 2018.
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 until they are given to the students at the breakfast.
You can drop off your cards and letters at the front office in the box labeled "RED ENVELOPES" or you can mail them to the school using the following address: 
STUDENTS FULL NAME
c/o Milton High School PTO - April Petros/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 STUDENTS FULL NAME ON ALL ENVELOPES.
  • Keep letters and cards FLAT. You will be asked to come to school to pick up items which do not meet the above criteria. 

ALL cards and letters MUST BE DELIVERED TO SCHOOL BY MAY 4, 2018. We encourage you to send your letters as early as possible. Let's show the Class of 2018 that they are indeed special to us and that we acknowledge their achievements of the past 12 years!

April Petros: abpetros@yahoo.com

Mellissa Hairston: mshairston@yahoo.com
CLASE DEL 2018 SOBRES ROJOSREDENV-SP
ATENCIÓN PADRES Y AMIGOS DE LOS GRADUANDOS
Siguiendo nuestra maravillosa tradición de Milton, una vez más estamos brindando a parientes, amigos y maestros la oportunidad de honrar a nuestros estudiantes del último año enviándoles una carta especial de felicitaciones por su próxima graduación en Mayo de 2018.
Guardaremos cuidadosamente estas tarjetas y cartas para cada estudiante y las distribuiremos después del desayuno para los graduandos. Todos recibirán un SOBRE ROJO grande que contiene estos mensajes y buenos deseos. Las cartas y tarjetas se mantendrán confidenciales hasta que se entreguen a los estudiantes en el desayuno.
Puede dejar sus tarjetas y cartas en la oficina de la entrada en la casilla "SOBRES ROJOS" o puede enviarlas por correo a la escuela a través de la siguiente dirección: 
NOMBRE COMPLETO DEL ESTUDIANTE
c/o Milton High School PTO - April Petros /SOBRES ROJOS
13025 Birmingham Highway
Milton, GA 30004 

¡TODAS LAS TARJETAS Y CARTAS ENVIADAS A LA ESCUELA O DEJADAS EN LA ESCUELA DEBEN ESTAR MARCADAS COMO "SOBRE ROJO" EN EL EXTERIOR PARA GARANTIZAR LA ENTREGA!

INSTRUCCIONES PARA LAS TARJETAS Y CARTAS DEL SOBRE ROJO:
Tenga en cuenta que se recogerán cartas para más de 500 estudiantes. Es imperativo que siga estas pautas:
  • ENVÍE SOLAMENTE LAS TARJETAS O LAS CARTAS DE 8 ½ " x 11" O MÁS PEQUEÑAS
  • NO ENVÍE PAQUETES DE NINGÚN TIPO
  • NO ENVIE NADA DE VALOR (es decir: efectivo, cheques, tarjetas de regalo) no podemos ser responsables de ello.
  • Si envía varios sobres dentro de uno más grande, PONGA EL NOMBRE COMPLETO DEL ESTUDIANTE EN TODOS LOS SOBRES.
  • Mantenga las cartas y tarjetas PLANAS. Se le pedirá que vaya a la escuela para recoger los artículos que no cumplan con los criterios anteriores.

TODAS las tarjetas y cartas DEBEN ENTREGARSE EN LA ESCUELA antes del 4 de Mayo de 2018. Le recomendamos que envíe sus cartas lo antes posible. ¡Demostremos a la Clase del 2018 que son realmente especiales para nosotros y que reconocemos sus logros de los últimos 12 años! 

April Petros:  abpetros@yahoo.com

Mellissa Hairston: mshairston@yahoo.com
TEXT A TIPTEXTATIP
Milton High School is piloting a support program with Fulton County for our students called Text A Tip.  Text A Tip is an ANONYMOUS support line for our all of our students.  The line is staffed 24/7 by a licensed clinician in Fulton County and available to students in need of assistance with everything from anxiety and depression to school challenges and parental problems. Every text remains completely anonymous.
Students will be able to access Text A Tip by doing the following on their mobile device:
  • Text EAGLES to 1-844-201-9946
  • The student will get a response within 5 minutes from a licensed clinician
COLLEGE & CAREER CENTER
Week of APRIL 16:
STUDENTS:SUMMERJOB
Looking for a summer JOB? Apply for a job in the cafeteria during all lunches on Wednesday, April 18. The following businesses will be in attendance:
  • Salata - Healthy salad bar restaurant, Avalon
  • American Pool - Lifeguard
  • Vector Marketing - Sales 
  • Sears Pool Management Consultants - Lifeguard
  • Cookout - Cooks & cashiers
  • Four Fat Cows
  • Ruff House Dog Kennel
  • Fuzzy's Taco Shop
  • iTrust Home Services - Smart Home Installation Internship Program & House Painters
PARENTSSEMINARS
College Financial Planning Workshop
Presented by Peachtree College Planning
Wednesday April 18, 2018: Milton HS College & Career Center-8:30PM
During this event you will Learn:
  • Why it's Important to Start Planning for College NOW!
  • The Cost of College and How Families Pay/ FAFSA - Expected Family Contribution
  • Myths about aid qualification
  • Filling out the FAFSA and CSS Profile forms
  • Navigating the college application process to achieve success! 
  • Hope/Zell Miller-Scholarship/Grants-Georgia Futures
  • How to choose the BEST College for your student and your family: ACADEMICALLY, SOCIALLY, and FINANCIALLY!
or call #770-810-5885 to reserve your seats.

Appointments with Monica:
Tuesday 8:30-10:00AM
Appointments with Shannon:
Mondays 9:00-10:30AM
Fridays 8:30-10:30AM
Drop-In Hours: Wednesdays 1:30-3:30PM

For complete details on all of the seminars and opportunities for students and parents, please visit our website at www.mhsccc.com.
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If you have any questions, please contact the College & Career Center (miltonhighccc@gmail.com) or Monica Meng mengm@fultonschools.org
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EAGLE PRIDEPRIDE
ACADEMICS
LATIN
Congratulations to the Milton High School participants of the 2018 National Latin Exam. The exam was taken by over 143,000 students from all 50 states and 24 countries. Every single Milton student who took the exam earned a CUM LAUDE or better, with 23 Gold awards and 7 silver awards!
Gold Award Winners:
Ryan Ortwein
Jack Gordon
 Nicole Nelson
 Jacob Garner
 Jonathan Cowles
Brianna Scaman
 Lily Hoot
 Alex Boswell
 Insiya Motiwala
 Joey Lund
Kerry Matthews
 Mackenzie Klepper
 Sruthi Chatrathi
 Akash Bhatt
 Abby Rindt
Rithwik Koppaka
 Mira Mutnick
 Niraj Jinan
 Maria Zulfiqar
 Emma Downing

Nima Nwozo
 Nick Kreitz
 Cassandra Lund

Silver Award Winners:
Abdur Arif   Sophie Setterlind   Cade Mangrum   Isabel Schaum
Sadie Edles   Adriana Daniel   Connor Kreitz 

Magna Cum Laude Winners:
Jacob Markfort   Caroline Burkes   Avril Bong

Cum Laude Winner:
Zander Barnett
SCIENCE OLYMPIAD
Milton Science Olympiad competed on March 31st in the State Science Olympiad Tournament at Emory University. Our team of 15 students came in 7th place in the state and improved on our 9th place finish in last year's tournament. We are proud of the hard work ALL of our students have put in this year.
These students earned medals or ribbons and placed in the top 10 teams in their events at the State tournament:
2nd place Game On:  Jack Levitt & Simon Wang
3rd place Chemistry Lab: Kareena Dash & Max Guo
3rd place Hovercraft: Andrew Lang & Praneet Ramakrishnan
3rd place Materials Science: Max Guo and Soham Kar
4th place Ecology: Christina Wang & Sparsh Kudrimoti
5th place Forensics: Max Guo & Pranav Althimuthu
6th place Dynamic Planet: Sophie Richardson & Praneet Ramakrishnan
7th place Anatomy: Nisha Bhat & Kareena Dash 
7th place Astronomy: Andrew Lang & Pranav Althimuthu 
7th place Disease Detectives: Andre Hamelberg & Prajwal Vedula 
8th place Experimental Design: Simon Wang, Sophie Richardson, & Prajwal Vedula
8th place Mission Possible: Christina Wang & Sparsh Kudrimoti
10th place Helicopters: Anita Li & Christina Wang
There were 24 schools at the state tournament who competed in 23 Science Olympiad events. We are very proud of earning top 10 honors in 13 different events. The Milton Team performs consistently well and always works together to support each other in all their science endeavors. Come join us in science Olympiad next year!
PERFORMING ARTS
ORCHESTRA
The Milton Sinfonia/Concert Orchestra participated and won Silver at the Orlando Heritage Orchestra Festival, April 5 - 7, 2018. They also won the Outstanding Orchestra Group Trophy. Ethan Tai won outstanding trophy for his solo performance and leadership. Congratulations to the Orchestra director Sergio Rodriguez and all the students!
WINTERGUARD
Congratulations to the Milton Winterguard for a fantastic competitive season. The group won the 2018 winterguard circuit championship and then progressed to the WGI World Championships in Dayton, Ohio where they were once again named semi-finalists.
DRUMLINE
Congratulations to the Indoor Drumline for being named the Georgia Indoor Percussion Association's Silver Medalist at this Saturday's Circuit Championships!
ATHLETICS
GYMNASTICS
Congratulations to the Varsity Gymnastics Team on their 2nd place finish at the State Qualifying meet Saturday! They now advance to the State meet this Friday at Ola high school! This is an incredible accomplishment for these young ladies!
ATHLETIC SCHEDULEATHSCHED
HOME EVENTS
4/16 MON: Boys Soccer v Lambert @ 6:00PM
4/16 MON: Girls Tennis v Peachtree Ridge @ 4:00PM  (1st Round of State Playoffs)
4/17 TUE: Boys Tennis v Collins Hill @ 4:00PM 
(1st Round of State Playoffs)
4/18 WED: Baseball v North Forsyth @ 5:55PM
4/19 THU: Girls Soccer v McIntosh @ 5:55PM
4/19 THU: Boys Soccer v Chattahoochee @ 8:00PM
4/20 FRI: Baseball v West Forsyth @ 5:55PM
4/20 FRI: Girls Lacrosse v West Forsyth @ 6:00PM
4/21 SAT: Boys Lacrosse v Alpharetta @ 1:00PM
AWAY EVENTS
4/16 MON: Baseball v North Forsyth @ 5:55PM
4/16 MON: Boys Lacrosse v Chattahoochee @ 8:00PM
4/16 MON: Boys Golf at Michael Diem Invite at Crystal Falls GC
4/17 TUE: 9th Baseball v Johns Creek @ 5:55PM
4/17 TUE: Soccer v Roswell G 5:55/B 7:55
4/17 TUE: Region Track Championships at West Forsyth
4/18 WED: Girls Golf v Woodstock at Atlanta National @ 3:30PM
4/19 THU: Baseball v Sprayberry @ 5:55PM
4/20 FRI: Gymnastics State Meet at OLA
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