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Milford Public Schools Families: Summer Lunch Program: The Summer Meal Program will begin on June 24 and run until August 16. Free lunch will be served each day at Memorial Elementary School from 11 a.m. - 12:30 p.m. Monday through Friday. Memorial Elementary School is located at 12 Walnut Street in Milford. 

Congratulations to Mrs. Sarah Boyle, Technology Integration Specialist, on being announced as the President-Elect for MassCUE for the 2024-2025 term. MassCUE is Massachusetts’ leading organization for educators with a passion for digital teaching and learning. Mrs. Boyle has been with Milford Public Schools since 2014. She is a Google Certified Trainer, Seesaw Ambassador, and Pear Deck Coach. She holds MEd degrees in Educational Technology and Teaching English as a Second Language and Massachusetts teaching licenses in Instructional Technology, English as a Second Language, and Elementary Education. Additionally, she serves as an adjunct professor at Framingham State University.

The MHS Mental Health Awareness team has been working with Mark Cutler and Paul Piwko during FLEX Blocks this June to create a community song focused on mental health. Mark Cutler, founder of the Rhode Island-based Same Thing Project and an inductee in the RI Music Hall of Fame, and Paul Piwko, co-developer of the National Museum of Mental Health Project, have been instrumental in this initiative. Their collaborative effort, the Community Songwriting on Campus program, brings together the Same Thing Project and the National Museum of Mental Health Project. The students are currently recording their song, which will soon be shared with the MPS community. Students involved in this process:

Eve Gergis (President), Molly Stoker, Lauren Flanagan, Kaylynn Strafello, Giovanna Weiner, Danica Crim, Evelyn Yaroshefski, Matthew Lioce, Katherine Liatsos, Mia Greeley, Lily Rivera, Owen Enright

Save the Date:

7/4: Independence Day Observed -School Offices Closed

8/26: No School for Students - Full Prof. Day Teachers

8/27: No School for Students- Full Prof. Day Teachers

8/28: First Day for Students (Grades 1-12), PreK Open House and Kindergarten Meet and Greet by Appointment

8/29: First Day for PreK Students and Kindergarten Meet and Greet by Appointment

8/30: No School-School Offices Open

9/2: No School- Labor Day-School Offices Closed

9/3: Kindergarten Meet and Greet

9/4: First Day for Kindergarten Students

Resources: 

DMH Behavioral Health Hotline The Department of Mental Health has launched a new Behavioral Health Help Line that people can call or text at 833-773-2445. The helpline can help individuals and families navigate the behavioral health system and access treatment, including mobile crisis services. It is available 24 hours a day, seven days a week, in more than 200 languages. For more information, please see the FAQ. Anyone with questions or concerns about the helpline can email the helpline director at [email protected].

Spanish:

El Departamento de Salud Mental ha lanzado una nueva línea, Behavioral Health Help Line (Línea de Ayuda de Salud Mental) a la que se puede llamar o enviar un mensaje de texto al 833-773-2445. Está disponible 24 horas al día, siete días a la semana en más de 200 idiomas. La línea de ayuda puede ayudar a personas y familias a navegar por el sistema de salud del comportamiento y acceder a tratamiento, incluyendo servicios móviles de crisis. Para más información, consulte FAQ (preguntas frecuentes). Cualquier persona que tenga preguntas o dudas sobre la línea de ayuda puede enviar un correo electrónico al director de la línea de ayuda a [email protected].

Portuguese:

O Departamento de Saúde Mental lançou uma nova Behavioral Health Helpline (Linha de Ajuda de Saúde Comportamental) em que as pessoas podem ligar ou enviar mensagens de texto para 833-773-2445. Ela está disponível 24 horas por dia, sete dias por semana, em mais de 200 idiomas. A linha de ajuda pode ajudar indivíduos e famílias a navegar o sistema de saúde comportamental e acessar tratamentos, incluindo o serviço de crise com atendimento pelo celular. Para mais informações, consulte o FAQ (perguntas frequentes). Qualquer pessoa com dúvidas ou perguntas sobre a linha de ajuda pode enviar um e-mail ao diretor da linha de ajuda em [email protected]. 

Milford High School

Congratulations to the Class of 2024! The Milford Public School community wishes all graduates the best as they enter their post-secondary education and/or career. MHS would also like to thank all individuals involved with making end-of-the-year activities for students memorable.

MHS held its first annual Arts Extravaganza at Milford High School on Wednesday, May 15, from 7 - 9 p.m. Performances by the MHS Jazz Band, Percussion Ensemble, and All School Orchestra were held in the auditorium, and the Chamber Choir and various small ensembles  performed on portable staging throughout the first floor of the building. MHS Culinary Arts, Photography, Building Trades, Theatre Workshop, Videography, and Artisanal Arts held interactive demonstrations throughout the evening ranging from weather reporting to 3-D printing to culinary delights. It was a fantastic evening for the visual and performing arts and trades programs, and for the school community

On Monday, May 20, Milford High School held a celebration ceremony to highlight Milford High School’s new Biliteracy Pathway and Seal of Biliteracy recipients. Congratulations to the following students:

Jenyfer Antunes, Michael Boulanger, Raphael Britto, Julya Caldeira, Mikaela Carvajal, Evelyn Chuqui, Vinicius Colonetti, Andre Costa, Adila Da Silva, Jalise DeJesus, Isabelly Dias, Joao Do Carmo, Gabriela Fernandes, Emanuelly Ferreira, Kauan Genelhu, Arthur Gomes, Guilherme Gomes, Evangeline Jimenez, Leticia Laurindo, Esther Leite, Jackie Lema, Alicya Leonor, Iris Luiz, Sean Mairs, Shaila Martinez, Yasmin Martinez Mazariegos, Isadora Medina, Davide Mezzatesta, Victoria Nunes, Oscar Ordonez, Maria Paguay, Benjamin Pezza, Olivia Poisson, Julianys Rentas Figueroa, Juliezabeth Rivera, Samara Rocha Campos, Debora Rodrigues, Jolia Sifien, Clara Tapia, Arthur Vieira, Annie Yupa, Yu Xin Zheng.

Stacy Middle School (SMS)

The Stacy Middle School community wishes all 8th grade students the best as they enter high school. The Semi-formal Step Up event was a success to do the collaborative work between the school and its partners. Thank you to all the staff, families, and community partners for making the end of the year celebrations for all students memorable.

Woodland Elementary School (WES)

Principal Kearnan is pleased to announce the seventh Council of the year nominated by their teachers for Leadership.  There are many ways a person can show Leadership: with their words, with their actions, with how they treat and inspire others. This group of students have been leaders in and out of the classroom during the school year. WES thanks them for their responsible and respectful choices, and the way in which they lead by example.

Leadership Grade 3: Matheus Miranda, Vincent Albano, Kaleb Bonnell, Isaac McDavitt, Analu Araujo, Charlie Langevin, Ana Alice Martins, Paige Slapak, Nora Laouraidi, Sophia Bento, Liliana Beattie, Hazel Parente, Evelyn Ponciano, John Lane, Marcela Machado, Emerson Mendez-Salazar.

Leadership Grade 4: Ryder Rebecchi, Grace Hartford, Francisco Da Silveira, Lila Consigli, Camden Walker, Riley Paradise, Lindsay Gomes, Ester Martins, Gina Asong, Jefferson Pomavilla Clavijo, Jonathan De Oliveira, Jethro Gaspard, Alice Da Costa, Connor Demeglio, Jayden Vega Santiago.

Leadership Grade 5: William Mitchell, Zina Varner, Sarah Paiva, Juan Largo Loja, James Caguana, Tanner England, Hasan Omar Alsheikh, Lisbeth Tenezaca Lema, Thallyta Nunes, Anna Held, Blake Hornberger, Arthur Farias, Anthony Gusniay Guaman, Rhea Mendonca-Young, Jake Stacey, Liam Britton.

On Wednesday, June 5, Woodland Elementary School held its annual English Learner Reclassification ceremony, celebrating students who have achieved English proficiency and are no longer classified as English Learners. These students demonstrated their skills by passing the WIDA ACCESS test, which assesses reading, writing, speaking, and listening at a high standard. This year, a record-breaking 105 students, representing approximately 25% of Woodland's English Learner population, were reclassified. This milestone is a testament to the hard work and dedication of the students, their families, and the school staff. Many of these students began their educational journey with little to no knowledge of English, and through rigorous instruction and immersion, have attained a remarkable level of proficiency. As newly multilingual individuals, these students should be proud of their achievements, recognizing that their language skills are a valuable asset that will benefit them throughout their lives, enhancing cognitive abilities, creativity, and problem-solving skills. They are encouraged to continue using and developing their language abilities at school, at home, and within the community.

Memorial Elementary School (MES)

School Social Workers Anita Amante and Talita Rodovalho led a lesson for 2nd-grade classes at both Memorial and Brookside schools, aimed at fostering classroom community, inclusiveness, and a sense of belonging. The lesson began with a reading of Amigo by Carlos Zamora. Following the story, students engaged in a group discussion using prompt cards from the Lakeshore Diversity and Inclusion set (K-2) to explore questions and ideas about diversity and inclusion. To promote movement and interaction, the lesson concluded with a "Find a Friend Who" activity, where students moved around the classroom to connect with their classmates. PTO Meetings are held the first Wednesday of each month at 7 p.m. unless otherwise posted.

Brookside Elementary School (BES)

During the first two weeks of June, Brookside Elementary School students participated in off campus learning experiences. Kindergartners participated at Capron Park Zoo, first grade students went to the Ecotarium, and second grade students went to Southwick’s Zoo.

All Brookside Elementary School; students participated in Fun Day, a morning filled with physically fun activities in the morning followed by a presentation by Jungle Jim, a balloon magician in the afternoon.

The Brookside Elementary School community celebrated the accomplishments of second grade students and congratulated them as they prepared to move on to grade 3 at Woodland by holding the second annual Second Grade Parade, which was led by several MHS Class of 2024 graduates this year. PTO meeting is the first Tuesday of each month starting at 7 p.m. 

Shining Star Early Childhood Center (SSECC)

Shining Star Early Childhood Center would like to thank everyone who joined them for the End of the Year Luau on June 11. The main playground was filled with happy smiles, colorful costumes, and lots of laughter. The PTO truly outdid themselves, preparing spectacular raffle gift baskets. The SSECC staff hopes families enjoyed the wonderful celebration as much as they did.

PTO Meetings are held on the second Tuesday of each month unless otherwise posted.

Milford Family & Community Network CFCE (MFCN CFCE):

The Milford Family and Community Network (MFCN) CFCE has started their 6 Weeks of Summer Drop-In Playgroups. Playgroups are held on Wednesdays and Thursdays from 9:30 - 11:30 a.m., on a first come, first served basis and will end on August 15. These groups are designed for children from birth to 60 months and their caregiver(s). 

Did you know that the MFCN CFCE offers 15 weeks of FREE registered playgroups in the Fall? The Session I Playgroup Registration will be taking place daily starting Monday, September 9 through Thursday, September 12, 2024 from 9:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m., in the MFCN Office. Lottery will take place on Tuesday, September 17, and playgroups will start the week of September 23. For more information on any of our programs, feel free to call the office at 508-277-4981.

General Information on the MFCN CFCE Playgroups: All playgroups are FREE and intended for children from birth to 5 years old with their parent/caregiver, unless otherwise specified. For more information on MFCN CFCE playgroups and/or programs, visit our website at https://www.milfordpublicschools.com/milfordfcn, email us at [email protected] or call 508-277-4981. You can always find, like and follow MFCN CFCE on Facebook at "Milford Family and Community Network CFCE."