Dear Friends,
We are poised to begin our long weekend and are thankful you can spend the next few minutes with us to catch up on all the news. Before we get started, please take a moment to remember our fallen service men and women who gave their lives to preserve our freedom. There are two events taking place this weekend in commemoration of Memorial Day. On Sunday, May 28th, all are invited to attend the ceremonial Wreath-Laying event beginning at 9:45 a.m. in front of City Hall. Later, join the thousands of citizens who will gather for Milford’s Annual Memorial Day Parade. Step off begins at 2:00 p.m. from Wasson Field as marchers will continue along the downtown parade route. Hope to see you and your family at one or both of these events.
Now, on to the news.
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SCHEDULE
Monday, May 29th: Schools Closed for Memorial Day
Tuesday, May 30: Regular schedule
Wednesday, May 31: Regular schedule
Thursday, June 1: Regular schedule
Friday, June 2: Regular schedule
NEWS & EVENTS
Thursday, June 1 & Friday, June 2: Wizard of Oz, West Shore Middle School Gymnasium
Follow the Yellow Brick Road – right to West Shore Middle School! The WSMS Drama Club is conducting final rehearsals and they can’t wait to perform for us. Two nights of shows: Thursday, June 1st and Friday, June 2nd. Both shows begin at 7:00 p.m. Tix: $10 for adults, $5 for students/senior citizens. Tickets will go on sale in the school cafeteria beginning Monday (5/22). If tickets are still available by the show nights, they will be available for purchase at the door. FLYER.
Next Week: Get Ready for Sidewalk Chalk Math
Our elementary communities will be helping to kick off the 4th Annual Sidewalk Math Challenge next week. Organized by the Room 17 Math organization, students will encounter dozens of math problems drawn on sidewalks, blacktops, and other common surfaces – and are welcome to solve them. Always a fun event – for everyone! Then, on Saturday, June 3rd, the math problems will begin showing up all around town at more than 32 locations. Keep your eyes open and enjoy this thought-provoking project. FLYER.
Tuesday, June 6th: Summer Reading and Programming – An MPS Parent University Event, held at Milford Public Library, 6:00 – 7:30 p.m., FREE
With summer almost here, you might be wondering how to navigate the summer reading list, summer ‘boredom,’ and personal health and wellness. Great news! The next Parent University Event will help you with all these things – plus more – on Tuesday, June 6th. This free event will take place at Milford Public Library – and you are welcome to join us – but please click on the flyer and the link to RSVP so our friends know how many people to plan for. Learn all about the Governor’s Reading Challenge, Summer reading resources (especially at the Library!), Activities (there are dozens!), and much more. In addition, there will be games and a raffle. Fun! Hope to see you there.
Double the Fun: MPS Podcast Episode 24 Part 1 AND Part 2 Released
This week, we can enjoy not one but TWO Podcast Episodes, thanks to the combined efforts of Podmaster Cam Wilkitis and reporter Johnnie Vacino. Content in Part 1 includes news, sports, and a wonderful interview with Teacher of the Year Kelly Jones. Part 2 highlights the final decisions made connected to the Board of Education budget for the next school year. Great work, guys!
Monday, June 12: Internet Safety Program – An MPS Parent University Event, for all Parents/Guardians of our 3 Middle Schools; Dinner at 5:30, Presentation at 6:00. To be held at West Shore Middle School
We are pleased to let you know about a terrific presentation that will be held on Monday evening, June 12th – and you’re invited! With the summer months almost here, kids will have a lot more time on their hands and likely will spend a lot of it on social media. That’s why we’ve partnered with internet safety expert Scott Driscoll who will share some great tips and advice with us to help make sure your child stays safe while online. Some of the subjects we’ll discuss include popular apps, programs, trends, cyberbullying, sexting, social networking and your ‘digital tattoo.’ The presentation is FREE and so is DINNER! All you need to do is pre-register (by June 7th) so we can prepare properly. We hope to see you there! FLYER.
Monday, June 19 – Friday, June 23: Basketball Camp, hosted by JLAW players, @ JLAW, for kids Gr. 4-9, 9:00 – 12:00 noon daily
The Jonathan Law High School basketball players will host a youth Basketball Camp, held at Jonathan Law from Monday, 6/19 – Friday, 6/23. Camp Director and current Law BBall Coach Kevin Wielk will lead instructors and players in shooting, passing, dribbling techniques, as well as defensive drills. Designed for kids Grades 4-9. Cost: $150 for the full week. To register, click on the FLYER.
IN THE COMMUNITY
Save the Date: Saturday, June 3rd, Milford United Way’s Annual Duck Race, Fowler Field and Milford Harbor (duck drop next to SBC Restaurant), Noon – 3:00 p.m.
Quack, Quack! It’s BACK!! Make sure you mark this one on your calendar! June 3rd. Downtown Harbor area. Join your neighbors and 10,000 rubber duckies for an afternoon of food and fun. ‘Adopt’ a duck for $5 each (click HERE for the flyer and to make your donation). As ducks reach the finish line, it could be your chance to win one of more than 70 prizes! Keep in mind this is one of the Milford United Way’s major annual fundraisers – let’s help them continue the fine work they do – for US!!
Sunday, May 28th: Milford Bike Rodeo @ the Fowler Rotary Pavilion, 11:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m., FREE
Here’s yet another example of what makes Milford so great. The Milford Rec. Dept. and Milford Police have teamed up to present their annual Milford Bike Rodeo on Sunday, 5/28. Kids can bring their bikes for a safety check, get some practice riding in small and large circles, stopping techniques, an obstacle course and much more. Experts from Tony’s Bike Shop and the REI Milford Bike Shop will be on hand to answer questions, show demos, and conduct games with attendees. FLYER. FREE!
Save the Date: Sunday, June 4th, Pirate Day (downtown Milford)
We’ll provide more information next week but mark your calendars now! June 4th. Downtown Milford/Harbor area. It’s PIRATE DAY in Milford. Lots of activities, Captain Kidd sightings, great food, and much more. Stay tuned.
Oyster Fest Volunteers Needed – Sign Up Now
It’s no secret Milford is known for its annual Oyster Festival! An event like this, however, can only happen with the selfless efforts of volunteers – and we need you! To volunteer for this wonderful event, fill out the form and follow the instructions on the bottom. And, for students who are collecting volunteer hours (for graduation recognition, confirmation, etc.), these hours will be validated for you. VOLUNTEER FORM.
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Have a wonderful weekend, all. See you next TUESDAY.
-Milford Public Schools