MILTON BASKETBALL

REGION CHAMPIONS!

Congratulations to our GIRLS & BOYS BASKETBALL programs on winning both the REGION REGULAR SEASON & TOURNAMENT TITLES! The Girls Team finished the season with a record of 24-2 and the Boys Team had a record of 17-10. BOTH TEAMS will be playing in the first round of the GHSA STATE TOURNAMENT on WEDNESDAY, FEBRUARY 21 at 6:00PM & 7:30PM!

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IN THIS UPDATE

Any item with a RED HEADER is NEW INFORMATION. Any item with a BLUE HEADER is information from PREVIOUS updates.

CLICK HERE FOR FCS 2023-2024 CALENDAR

Congratulations to our PAGE STAR Senior: William Swan

The Student Teacher Achievement Recognition (STAR) program honors Georgia’s highest-achieving high school seniors and the teachers most instrumental in their academic development. William has named Dr. Alex Marsh as his STAR Teacher and person of great influence in helping him earn this achievement.

To be nominated as a STAR, Georgia high school students meet several criteria, including having the highest SAT score at their schools on any single test date through November of their senior year and being in the top 10 percent or top 10 students of their class based on grade point average.

We are proud of you, William! Way to Rep the M!

Registration Updates from Counseling

Round 1 of the course verification process has concluded, as ALL edits to verification forms were due last Wednesday, February 14. Counselors are actively processing the forms and we appreciate your patience as we work through the high volume of change requests we received.

All students will receive a Verification of Change Form during Advisement on Friday, February 23. KEEP THIS FORM. It should reflect all the changes that your student requested on their original verification form. We will not be making additional changes at this time. If your student did not meet the February 14 deadline or wants to make additional changes, we will have one final opportunity to modify requests after Spring Break.

THANK YOU for utilizing the counseling website, social media, Eagle Update, and Infinite Campus to stay informed on this process and all deadlines associated with registration.

National Merit Scholarship FINALISTS

Milton High School is proud to announce we have TWELVE National Merit Scholarship Finalists who will advance to the next phase of the National Merit Scholarship competition.

Please help us congratulate the following students:

Vikram Anand

Kiran Bardajky

Daniel Bennett

Kaylin Campbell

Jia Dhingra

Thomas Gamba

Micah Lim

Jackson Mowbray

Naomi Park

Joseph Petkash

William Swan

Ria Vittal

Way to Rep the M!

At Fulton County Schools, we truly value the feedback from our parents about their experiences with the district. That is why I encourage all parents to take the Annual Parent Perception Survey. This survey allows parents the opportunity to tell us what they think about their student’s schools and the district. While we always make it a priority to listen to our parents, this survey affords us another opportunity to receive your thoughts and opinions.

The survey is anonymous and confidential. Please complete one survey per school where you have one or more students enrolled. The survey will remain open from Monday, February 12 through Friday, March 15.

It’s not only parents we want to hear from. Our students’ opinions are important too! Students in grades 3-12 will be provided with the opportunity to take the Annual Student Perception Survey between February 12 and March 15 during the school day. In our ongoing efforts to remain transparent with parents, please take a moment to review the 6-12 Student Survey.

The Annual Perception Survey is currently available in English, Spanish, Portuguese, Chinese, Hindi, and Punjabi. If you or your family would like to take it in a language that is not listed, please email me at jonesbc@fultonschools.org.

The parent FAQ is now available in:

o  English FAQ

o  Spanish FAQ

o  Chinese (Simplified) FAQ

o  Korean FAQ

o  Hindi FAQ

o  Punjabi FAQ

To access the parent survey, click the link below:

https://www.fultonschools.org/annualparentsurvey

ORDERING DEADLINE HAS BEEN EXTENDED!

We are excited to let you know that we have partnered with 3RD ASCENT to offer parents, friends, and all Milton fans the opportunity to celebrate this championship forever!

You have the opportunity to purchase your very own Fan Ring or Fan Pendant!

To order, please visit 3RDASCENT.com and click on the FOOTBALL FAN JEWELRY link.

• Go to 3RDASCENT.com
• Choose Milton as your school.
• Click on the FOOTBALL FAN JEWELRY link.

Orders can be placed between now and February 25, 2024. Your order will ship to your home at the end of May. Celebrate with us and Rep the M!

Go Eagles!

Please take a moment to remind your students of the parking rules! Students that have a parking pass are assigned to a specific lot. The color of their pass is the lot that they are permitted to park in. Students are NEVER permitted to park in visitor or staff parking lots. If your student does not have a parking pass, please do not allow them to drive to school. Violators are at risk of getting towed and/or parking pass revoked.

Food Goals!

Join Milton Eagles Soccer for a Spirit DAY with Knuckies Hoagies @ Crabapple Market!

After a week on the road, the Eagles are back in The Nest for back to back home games!

Tuesday February 20 @ 6pm

Varsity Vs Peachtree Ridge

Friday February 23

The Milton Eagles welcome the Talons to The Nest for TALONS NIGHT!!!!

All Talons who wear their jersey will receive a raffle ticket.

Winners will be selected at the end of each qtr to receive Milton Eagles Lax Swag!

5:00PM Tailgate with our Varsity Grill Master Dad

6:00PM JV Vs Mill Creek with a U9 Talon Scrimmage at half time

8:00PM Varsity Vs Mill Creek with a U11 Talons Scrimmage at half time

Join us for a fun night, under the nights, as we welcome our future stars of Milton Eagles Lacrosse.

Class of 1974 Class Reunion Weekend will be held September 6-8. Please contact Bridgitte Hatfield: HatfieldB@FultonSchools.org for details on the 50th Year Class Reunion Celebration!

The MHS PTO Community Partner spotlight is on The Princeton Review. Milton High School is hosting an exclusive Digital SAT 1400+ Live Online Prep Course for students! Prep with the best at The Princeton Review and get better scores guaranteed! Reach out to Amanda Jackson (Amanda.Jackson@review.com) to learn more about this Score Guarantee Course and save your spot with your Milton student discount!

PTO UPDATES

• This past week, our Staff Appreciation volunteers treated our amazing MHS staff to Valentine's Day treats - chocolate chip cookie cake and heart shaped stress balls. We love our staff!
• Your PTO membership dollars were put to work this past week as we were able to purchase classroom supplies for the World Language Department.
• Thanks to all who attended our PTO meeting on Friday, 2/16. We heard updates from Principal Jones and discussed upcoming PTO events.

NEXT MEETING

Be sure to join us for our next meeting in March on Friday, 3/15 at 9:00AM in the media center.

Visit us on-line for all of the most up to date PTO information:

https://miltoneaglespto.membershiptoolkit.com/home

CHEER

Thank you to the following student athletes for supporting Kindness Week at Summit Hill Elementary! Erika Arteaga, Sabrina Arteaga, Lyla Augello, Saylor Mallard, Emily Nix, Elle Redmon, Alianna Thiam and Coach Hatfield. Eagle Nation is proud of their commitment to the Basketball Cheer program and their ongoing philanthropy this season! Go Eagles!

WRESTLING

Congratulations to the Milton High School Wrestlers that competed at GHSA 7A Sectional Meet!

Will Bracey,132 lb - 5th Place and INDIVIDUAL STATE QUALIFIER

Matthew Nichols, 120 lb - 3rd Place and INDIVIDUAL STATE QUALIFIER

Robert Claypoole, 126 lb - 8th Place

Connor Heraty, 138 lb - 6th Place and INDIVIDUAL STATE QUALIFIER

Harrison Sutton, 285 lb

The Individual State Qualifiers competed at the GHSA 7A State Championship in Macon, GA February 14 - 17, 2024!

CYBER SCHOLARSHIPS

Congratulations the following Milton HS students for being awarded the National Cyber Scholarship for Cybersecurity training.

https://www.nationalcyberscholarship.org/scholarships-and-awards/awards-2024

Carter Harris

Amishi Jain

National Cyber Scholars completed the CyberStart America challenges scoring among the top 15% nationwide.

https://www.cyberstartamerica.org/

ROBOTICS

The Milton Robotics Team finished their season strong, ending with a 26 - 4 record. They placed 6th at the State championship this past weekend, earning the Motivate award (outreach) and 2nd place in the Promote award (video submission). The robotics team also achieved the highest score in all of Georgia: 462 points! The Championship was held at Riverside Preparatory Academy in Gainesville, GA.

Congratulations to the Milton Robotics Team on their impressive finish to the season! Go Eagles!

The robotics team is looking for new members for their 2024/2025 season. If you are interested, please fill out the form here (only rising 8th graders, freshmen, and sophomores will be selected): https://forms.gle/UGxhKqKE7wBsitwP9

For any questions please reach out to shreyanghelani@gmail.com or 470-504-5573.

HOME

TUE 2/20: 9th/JV Baseball v West Forsyth @4:30 & 7:00PM

TUE 2/20: V Boys Lacrosse v Peachtree Ridge @6:00PM

WED 2/21: JVB Tennis v Roswell @4:00PM

WED 2/21: Track v Alpharetta & North Springs @4:30PM

WED 2/21: V Boys & Girls Basketball (State 1st Round) G@6:00/B@7:30PM

THU 2/22: V Boys Tennis v North Gwinnett @4:00PM

FRI 2/23: JV/V Boys Lacrosse v Mill Creek @6:00 & 8:00PM

AWAY

TUE 2/20: Girls Golf at River Pines GC @3:45PM

TUE 2/20: V Baseball v Pope @6:00PM

WED 2/21: JVG Tennis v Roswell @4:00PM

WED 2/21: V Girls Lacrosse v South Forsyth @7:00PM

Wed. 2/21: JVB Soccer v East Forsyth @7:30PM

THU 2/22: V Girls Tennis v North Gwinnett @4:00PM

THU 2/22: V Girls Lacrosse v Buford @ 5:30)

THU 2/22: JV Baseball v West Forsyth @6:00PM

FRI 2/23: V Baseball v Gilmer (at Brunswick) @4:00PM

FRI 2/23: VG/VB Soccer v Walton @6:00 & 8:00PM

FRI 2/23: Gymnastics at Roswell Rec. Center @7:00PM

SAT 2/24: Track at West Forsyth @9:00AM

SAT 2/24: V Baseball v Cherokee at Brunswick, @10:00AM

SAT 2.24: 9th Baseball v West Forsyth @11:00AM & 1:15PM

SAT 2/24: V Baseball v Hilton Head Christian at Brunswick @1:00PM

SAT 2/24: Girls Golf at Bear's Best GC TBA

On Wednesday, March 13, we will be offering the ACT to JUNIORS who previously registered to take the exam in December and January. 

Students who are not taking the ACT will have an asynchronous day of learning from home. Students should complete the assignments provided by their teachers on the day from home. 

Previously registered Juniors who are taking the ACT should report to Milton High School by 8:00 AM on March 13 and proceed to their assigned testing locations. More information regarding testing locations and additional instructions will be sent to the student’s FCSTU (school) email prior to the testing date. On Monday, February 5th, a confirmation email that includes pre-assessment activities was sent to both the parent and the student emails provided during the registration process. Please check your email for this information.

The anticipated testing time for the ACT on March 13 will be from 8:20 AM until 12:30 PM. Students approved for extended time through ACT will likely complete testing around 2:30 PM. Students are allowed to bring a snack. The snack can only be eaten during the scheduled break times during testing.

Fulton County transportation will run on a normal schedule on March 13 for those JUNIORS who need to use it. Students without personal transportation will go to the cafeteria after the conclusion of testing and can work on their schoolwork until 3:30 PM when they will be released to the busses. 

We welcome VOLUNTEERS to help with Senior Snacks. Please let us know if you can join us! Volunteer Here.

The Christina Semeria "SPARK IN THE DARK" Scholarship application is open for submissions. Please CLICK HERE for more information and to apply.

If you are interested in ordering graduation lawn signs to proudly display your student's graduation and college plans, please check out VIP Decals. A portion of the Milton-related sales with VIP Decals will benefit the Senior Class, as this is our annual fundraiser. An email was sent out on January 25th  with more details in case you missed it. You may either pay a small delivery fee, or you can pick them up at the school (no delivery fee).

Order by March 29 --> Delivery early April

Order by April 12 --> Delivery late April

Order by April 26 --> Delivery early May

CAP & GOWN...If you have not paid the GRADUATION FEE, which secures your senior's cap & gown, please do so ASAP at www.3rdascent.com. The graduation fee is DIFFERENT than the PTO dues. If you need financial assistance, please contact Ali at gondinga@fultonschools.org.

Dates to Remember: 

• March 21: Senior Snack
• April 18: Senior Snack
• May 14: 5:30-7:30 PM - Senior Graduation Rehearsal @ Ameris Bank Ampitheater
• May 20: 6:00-8:00PM - Senior Celebration @ Milton High School Stadium
• May 22: 7:30-8:30 PM - Senior Graduation @ Ameris Bank Ampitheater

​***Please be on the lookout for your opportunity to VOLUNTEER! 

We would love to welcome all parents to join in the fun and participate!***

PARENTS: DOOR DASH, UBER EATS, OR ANY FOOD SERVICE DELIVERIES ARE NOT ALLOWED AT MHS. INVITING STRANGERS INTO THE BUILDING IS A SECURITY RISK TO YOUR STUDENTS. FOOD DELIVERIES WILL BE REJECTED OR CONFISCATED.

Milton's School Governance Council (SGC) will have their next meeting on Wednesday, February 21 at 7:15AM in Principal Jones’ office. Members of the public are welcome to attend SGC meetings and can provide feedback and commentary to the council at meetings with scheduled Public Comment opportunities or by emailing members of the council at their FCS email addresses available on the school’s SGC website.

You can find out more information regarding Milton's School Governance Council by visiting the SGC portion of Milton's website: https://www.fultonschools.org/domain/5555.

You are also welcome to email any questions to the Milton SGC Chair - Dr. Alex Marsh: marshaj@fultonschools.org.

Milton School Governance 2023-2024 Meeting Schedule:

21 February

20 March

17 April

Want to be a part of the Milton SGC?

The window for parents and teachers to declare candidacy for their school’s SGC is open. Individuals interested in serving a 2-year term (July 1, 2024 – June 30, 2026) will need to complete a Candidate Declaration Form available on the Charter System Website. The declaration window will close on March 29, 2024. Interested parents and teachers can click below to access requirements for candidacy. There are currently both faculty and community vacancies.

Candidate Declaration Form

https://www.fultonschools.org/Page/7358

Requirements for Candidacy

SY2024 SGC Elections Guide.pdf (fultonschools.org)

Student Council is incredibly excited to announce this year's prom. Milton juniors, seniors, and their distinguished guests can enjoy From Cards to Crowns: A Casino Prom Like No Other on April 20 from 7:00-10:50PM at the Georgia Freight Depot.

• Tickets will start at $75 per person. A QR code with the ticket purchasing link will be distributed later.
• Additional details to come

Milton Band's First Annual Spring Flower Sale!

Nothing like baskets of brightly colored fresh flowers to make it feel like spring is right around the corner! Get ready for the warmer temps by preordering hanging baskets overflowing with flowers, tomatoes or fresh herbs! Perfect for your home, office or church and they make lovely gifts as well! With eleven baskets to choose from there is something for everyone, just $20 each! Order by February 25 and pick up at MHS on April 27!

https://miltonband.membershiptoolkit.com/story/402081

Save the Date for the 2024 MHS Baccalaureate Service - be looking for more details to follow. For questions or if you'd like to volunteer, please contact Laurie Moore lauriemoore70@yahoo.com or Megan Harris megsharris@yahoo.com.

The ASVAB Career Exploration Program (CEP) can help you take steps now toward finding a career that’s right for you. You can benefit from the ASVAB CEP whether you plan to go on to college or enter the workforce. MHS Counseling will be hosting the ASVAB electronically Thursday; March 7, 2024 at 9:00AM. Take advantage of all the ASVAB CEP can offer by signing up today: https://forms.office.com/r/aNyhB132rH

Milton's Amnesty International Club is hosting a clothing drive from now until the end of March! Please donate clothes free of rips, stains, or fading to the box in the media center. The items will benefit a local women's and children's shelter. Email miltonamnesty@gmail.com or see Mrs. MacMillan in the media center with any questions. We appreciate any and all donations!!

Milton HOSA is having a period product drive. Period Poverty is when women who are in need of period products but do not have access to them. Period Poverty is the lack of access to menstrual hygiene products and proper sanitation facilities, often due to economic constraints. This is a reality for 16.9 million women in the US alone. You can help by donating tampons, pads, panty liners and menstrual cups. The donations will go to North Fulton Community Charities as well as the Drake House. Please bring your products to room 1255 by February 24 to help fight Period Poverty.

Are you interested in participating in the Dual Enrollment Program for Summer 2024 or the 2024-2025 School Year? If yes, please visit the Milton Counseling website for all the information you need:

https://www.miltoncounseling.org/dual-enrollment-1

The deadline to complete the required FCS paperwork is Friday, March 29, 2024. All required paperwork and additional deadline information is on the Milton Counseling website.

Moving forward, students will work with their ASSIGNED COUNSELOR for all Dual Enrollment needs. When you are ready to submit paperwork and select courses, book a meeting with your ASSIGNED COUNSELOR:

Mrs. Lahman: A-Cor

Ms. Hoglander: Cos-Hok

Ms. Bartley: Hol-Mc

Ms. Rhodes: Md-San

Ms. Wilson: Sao-Z

Milton Chorus wants to invite YOU to join our awesome family! Register today for a placement exam to lock in your spot for next year! Information about Chorus and placement can be found at: https://www.miltonchorus.com/join

Once upon a time…it all started with a wish. “Anything can happen in the woods.” This is the premise of the Tony-Award winning musical Into the Woods. Venture with the Baker and his wife into a mystical landscape full of surprises. In their mission to lift their family curse they will encounter a host of beloved classic fairy tale characters in search for the ingredients to break the spell.

Join them to find a red cape, a strand of yellow hair, a golden shoe, and a white cow; but be aware... ever after isn’t always as predictable…!

Join us as the Milton Theatre Company takes you on a magical journey 'Into the Woods'! Don't miss out on this enchanting and captivating production!

If a student has been enrolled in year-long F2F and GAVS AP courses or fall (one semester) AP courses and did not register before the November 13 deadline, they must pay $40.00 late fee for each exam being ordered. If the fee(s) is not paid the exam(s) will not be ordered. The deadline for late registration/ordering is Monday, March 11. 

Also, any students who registered for exams in the fall and would like to cancel exams must pay a $40.00 late fee by Monday, March 11.  If the fee is not paid, the fee will be added to the student’s school account.

Students must follow the steps below to pay late registration/order/cancellation fees:

• Go to Milton High School website
• Click in Online School Payments (OSP)
• Click on Milton HS (left side of screen)
• Click AP Exam Late Order Fee
• Complete the Order Form (be sure to pay $40.00 for each exam you want to register for)
• Save receipt for records.
• Student must email receipt to: Monica White at whiteml@fultonschools.org

Student must state the following in the email:

• Student Name
• Subject exam(s) student wants to order/cancel
• Teacher(s) and Period(s) of AP course(s) in    which the student is enrolled

Once Ms. White receives the email with the above information and receipt attached, an email will be sent to student with JOIN CODE(s), so student can register for the exam(s). Once the student registers for the exam(s), the exam(s) will be ordered. Exam cancellation will happen once receipt of late fee is received.