Hello MPS Family,
We hope you have enjoyed a terrific week off – and are excited to welcome you back on Monday, April 8th. As most of you know, once we return – it’s “off to the races” as we move through the last 9 weeks of school. Concerts, sports, events, plays, meetings – the list goes on and on. Please make sure you spend just a few minutes every week reviewing the information we send you and mark the important dates on your calendars. Here we go, friends! Read on …
SCHEDULE
Monday, 4/8 - Friday, 4/12: Regular Schedule All Week
EVENTS/PROGRAMS/NEWS
ICYMI: Dr. Cutaia Issues a Solar Eclipse Advisory for Monday, Please Read
Earlier this afternoon, Dr. Anna Cutaia issued a solar eclipse advisory for all of us; the letter contains some great information regarding this global event that will take place on Monday, April 8, 2024. Here is a link to the Solar Eclipse Advisory. Please read it.
Monday, 4/8: Board of Education Business Meeting, Parsons, 7:00 p.m.
The Milford Board of Education will conduct its regular monthly business meeting on Monday, 4/8 in the Parsons Complex, beginning at 7:00 p.m. Items on the agenda include: Student Reports, Public Comment, Chair’s Report, Superintendent’s Report: Reimagining Education for Tomorrow’s Workforce/Career Pathways, High School Graduation Dates, 2024-25 Budget Update, Policy Review: Homeless (P-5118.1), Graduation Requirements (P-6146), Individualized Education Program/Special Education (P-6159), Remove/Online Learning (P-6172.6), School Age Entrance (P-5111); Talent Management & Development Report, Disbursement Report, Quarterly Budget Report, New Business (Acceptance of Partial Roof Replacement @ JAF), Consideration of Minutes (3/11/2024, 3/25, 2024), Board Comment, Adjournment. AGENDA PACKET
When Are the High School Graduation Dates?
We’ve been seeing lots of people asking about Graduation Dates on social media lately and figured it would be best to give you the heads up right here! Graduation Dates are traditionally set at the April Board of Education Meeting. The reason for this is because by this point in the year, the inclement weather ‘season’ has passed and the board is relatively confident the dates they set will remain in place. And, guess what? The April Board Meeting is on Monday (April 8th), so hang on a few more days and we’ll likely have our schedule in place. (And, by the way, there’s lots of other great items on the agenda for Monday; check it out!).
Board of Aldermen Budget Meetings to Begin on Monday, April 15th; 5:30 p.m.
The Board of Aldermen has released its Budget Review Schedule – the final phase of this very important process for all of us living and working in Milford. The first step of this process with the Aldermen is the one-and-only PUBLIC HEARING, to be held on Monday, April 15th. Start time is 5:30 and will take place at City Hall. All residents may offer their comments on the City and Education Operations budgets. Here’s the FULL SCHEDULE for the BOA Budget Review over the next several weeks.
Education Budget to be Presented on April 17th, City Hall, 7:00 p.m.
Two days later, on Wednesday, April 17th, the BOA will hear the Education Operations Budget Presentation, delivered by BOE Chair Susan Glennon, Dr. Anna Cutaia, Mr. Sean Brennan, and Mr. Steve Autieri. If you are curious about the many facets of the BOE Budget (what’s included, rationale for requests made, consequences of funding reduction, and more), then this is the meeting you will want to attend. All are welcome. Mark your calendars now.
Wednesday, 4/17: Community Resource Fair, located at Margaret Egan Center, 6:00 – 8:00 p.m., FREE
Here’s a great opportunity for residents who are looking for the dozens of services available for children and families in Milford. Food insecurity, mental health, employment, and lots more! We are fortunate to live in an area that offers SO MUCH for those who need help. Mark your calendars today – we hope to see you at the Margaret Egan Center (35 Matthew Street, Milford). FLYER
Saturday, 4/20: East Shore Middle School Drama Club Presents: SHREK – The Musical, held @ Foran High, 6:00 p.m. performance; Tix: $12 each
You won’t believe the talent on display by our wonderful East Shore Middle School students as they perform SHREK, The Musical! Get your tickets now and mark your calendar for a truly outstanding event. FLYER.
MEF to Host Annual Yankee Game Bundle – Game is Sunday, 5/5, 1:30 p.m. start; Deadline to purchase tix is 4/25:
The Milford Education Foundation has been a wonderful partner to the Milford Public Schools, raising funds through events to provide a variety of programs for us. Let’s return the favor by taking in a Yankee’s Game on Sunday, 5/5 (1:30 start) against the Detroit Tigers – Tickets are $78 and include your seat (in section 306), a Yankees backpack, and a $20 Meal Voucher. To order – purchase your tickets ONLINE. Here’s the FLYER for more.
July 8-12th: Hamden Hall Offers STEM Camp Opportunities; Limited Spots Available
Here’s a wonderful opportunity for students entering Grades 5-8 who enjoy challenging themselves with hands-on activities in the STEM fields. This week-long enrichment program (July 8th – 12th, 9:00 a.m to 3:00 p.m.) is fully funded (FREE) by Hamden Hall (1108 Whitney Avel, Hamden) and students will immerse themselves in experiential learning as they participate in lab work, collaboration, and make discoveries in the areas of DNA technology, forensics, cryptography, coding, rocketry, chemistry, and more. Deadline to apply is May 17th and space is limited. Click on the flyer for more info. FLYER.
Time’s Running Out! Get Your Tix Now
Jay Rowe’s ‘Smooth Jazz for Scholars’ Benefit Concert Slated for April 19th, 20th
Now in its 21st year, Jay supports the Milford Public Schools music department by putting together a world-class jazz concert that is sure to knock your socks off with the proceeds going to our MPS music dept. On Friday, we will enjoy the stylings of Vincent Ingala, Althea Rene, Steve Oliver, Marcus Anderson, and Jay. On Saturday, the lineup includes Marion Meadows, Steve Cole, Blake Aaron, Alex Bugnon, Timmy Maia, and Jay. Tickets are going fast – so we urge you to get yours as soon as possible. Tix: $50 for one night; $85 for both. Doors open at 7; shows start at 8:00 p.m. FLYER TICKETS
FOOD INSECURITY Survey: Let’s Help the Milford Health Department Better Understand the Impact and Future of Milford Food Insecurity Resources
Do you have 5 minutes to answer this simple, quick survey? The Milford Food Insecurity Group (under the auspices of the Milford Health Department) has released a survey to learn more about the need for (generally) and the impact of (specifically) our community’s food assistance resource programs. Whether you are in need or not, we ask that you provide your input as this will help the group better understand the depth and breadth of the need in the Milford community. Let’s all do our part to make our community better.
CAMP: Lauralton Hall Offers Wide Variety of Interesting Summer Camp Sessions
If you’ve been thinking about your camp options for the summer, you will want to take a look at the wonderful programming offered at Lauralton Hall this summer. Beginning on June 24th, LH’s summer program offers courses for all grades and all interests – from Dinos and Bugs, to Pirate Explorers, to STEM for kids, to Cartooning, to Escape the Room and dozens more! Check out the BROCHURE for more.
SAVE THE DATE: April 26th: Spend an EVENING UNDER THE STARS, at Foran High School, hosted by the Milford Education Foundation, see flyer for details
This event is a bit down the road, (and we’ll remind you as we get closer) – but this one is too good to pass by! Make sure you mark your calendar for an Evening Under the Stars! Attendees will enjoy a planetarium show (4 show times to choose from), kids activities, music, food trucks, a raffle, and much more. Tix are $10. Hope to see you there. FLYER.
IN CLOSING …
Enjoy the weekend, everyone! See you on Monday.
-Milford Public Schools