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❄️ Movie Night: Snow Buddies ❄️
Bring the family out for a cozy winter movie night!
📅 December 19
🕕 6–8 PM
🎟️ Admission: $5 per person or $20 per family (proceeds benefit Class of 2029 Trip)
🍿 Concessions will be available.
📍Milton High School
Bundle up, come enjoy Snow Buddies, and spend some fun family time together. We’d love to see you there!
Dear Milton Families,
Due to staffing and student absences, all Milton Minds in Motion (MMM) clubs and after-school tutoring are canceled on Thursday, November 20th, 2025, AND Friday, November 21st, 2025.
There will be no late buses that day.
Elementary parents: Please update PickUp Patrol with your child’s dismissal plan for Thursday and Friday.
Middle School students: Please plan for your regular dismissal at the end of the school day.
Thank you for your understanding and flexibility. We appreciate your continued support of our programs. We apologize for the inconvenience this might have caused.
Warm regards,
The Milton Minds in Motion Team
Community Input: FY27 Budget
With the VT Education Funding system there is not a direct correlation between a school district's budget and the town tax rate. Last year, the MTSD budget increased by 7% and yet the tax rate decreased by -5.66%. There have been other years when the budget decreased and the tax rate increased. This is directly tied to the formula the State uses to disburse funds to schools. It is very complicated.
Districts do not receive the ‘estimated’ impact of their budgets on the tax rate until mid-December. They then only have a few short weeks to make adjustments. It is the goal of the MTSD Board of Trustees to bring forward a budget that achieves their goals for a high quality education while also being fiscally responsible.
The MTSD Board of Trustees is seeking community engagement and input to support this year’s budget process. Your perspective will help inform any decisions they may need to meet their goals.
How to Engage:
Attend a board meeting
Dates: December 4, December 18, January 8, January 22
Location: MHS Library at 6:00 p.m.
Join Via Zoom: Link
Visit our website FY27 Budget Page (this page is updated regularly as new information becomes available)
Take this Anonymous Survey
We, as a middle school, want to continue to build opportunities for our community to be involved. This year, we have scheduled our community connection meetings in advance so all families could have enough notice to attend. Our Community Connection events are theme-based. Students and families have the option of joining us in person or virtually via Zoom from 6:30-7:30. All Community Connection events will be on a Wednesday of the month from 6:30-7:30 pm unless otherwise noted. We will also share any videos and resources on our social media pages and website.
Tonight's topics are:
11/12/25- 6:30-7:00 Title 1 Presentation
11/12/25 7:00-7:30 Tentative: PowerSchool/ Schoology/Personalization
Join Zoom Meeting
https://us02web.zoom.us/j/89470435775?pwd=yoI4flbYs3wbxuUF1brioc5ZFdmQzD.1
Meeting ID: 894 7043 5775
Passcode: 156274
📚 Scholastic Book Fair at Milton Elementary Library
🗓️ Dates: Monday, November 10 – Friday, November 14, 2025
📍 Location: 42 Herrick Ave, Milton, VT 05468
Join us at the Milton Elementary Library for our annual Scholastic Book Fair! Discover a wide variety of books for all ages and help support literacy in our school community. It's a great chance to stock up on favorites for the winter season and encourage a love of reading.
💡 Note: This is a PTA-sponsored event, and all proceeds go directly to benefit the children of Milton.
For questions reach out to the PTA: Miltonpta@gmail.com
Thank you for your support!
UPCOMING EVENTS
11/12/25 - Early Release; students dismiss at 1:25 pm
11/24/25-11/28/25 - No School
12/3/25 - Early Release; students dismiss at 1:25 pm
12/10/25 - MMS & MHS Band Concert at 6:30 (at MHS)
12/17/25 - Early Release; students dismiss at 1:25 pm
CLUBS
https://drive.google.com/file/d/1nXrvvy2H6cQJEcwhhxPe5oli4OKe_UTn/view?usp=sharing
Students will select clubs for Trimester 2 next week!
ACTION REQUESTED: FOOD DRIVE
The Milton Middle School Community Service Club is sponsoring a Thanksgiving Food Drive to support the Milton Family Community Center. The food drive will run from October 27 to November 10, 2025. There will be an advisory competition and the advisory that brings in the most items will win a special breakfast treat. Students can start bringing in items on October 27, 2025.
Some of the most requested items are: cereal, peanut butter and jelly, rice or other grains, pasta, pasta sauce, mac-n-cheese, canned veggies, canned fruit, soup, toiletries, pet food, baby wipes and pull-ups. Every little bit helps and is appreciated.
WINTER SPORTS:
Winter registration is now open! A current sports clearance form is required before your child can practice.
Registration link for middle school sports offered:
Basketball (Boys and Girls)
Cheerleading (Co-ed)
PTA's November Newsletter:
Catch a reading wave. Escape back to the beach and the summer sun at our 2025 Scholastic Book Fair!! Located in the MEMS Library.
November 10-14, 8am-7pm daily
Drop in for a round of BINGO and Family Feud fun at Family Game Night! The MMS cafeteria will have free food, prizes, and tons of games to choose from.
Tuesday November 11, 5:30-7:30pm
We are in need of book fair volunteers! No experience necessary, email the PTA at miltonpta@gmail.com if interested or check our facebook event. (Volunteers get coupons to spend at the fair.)
COMMUNITY CONNECTIONS
SAVE THE DATES for our Community Connections:
We, as a middle school, want to continue to build opportunities for our community to be involved. This year, we have scheduled our community connection meetings in advance so all families can have enough notice to attend. Our Community Connection events are theme-based. Students and families have the option of joining us in person or virtually via Zoom from 6:30-7:30. All Community Connection events will be on a Wednesday of the month from 6:30-7:30 pm unless otherwise noted. We will also share any videos and resources on our social media pages and website.
After reviewing the feedback we received from families, here is a list of tentative topics and corresponding dates:
11/12/25- 6:30-7:00 Title 1 Presentation
11/12/25 7:00-7:30 Tentative: PowerSchool/ Schoology/Personalization
1/14/26 - Hazing, Harassment, & Bullying
2/11/26- School Safety - ALICE
4/15/26- 4th Grade Middle School Introduction
As always, please feel free to reach out to us with any questions, comments, or concerns.
Kind Regards,
Brandy Brown Megan Smith
bbrown@mymtsd-vt.org msmith@mymtsd-vt.org
(802) 893-5504 (802) 893-5530
Thank you to Rob Whitcomb for the amazing photos!
🍎 Milton Pop-Up Food Distribution
Hosted by Milton Family Community Center
📅 Sat, Nov 8 | ⏰ 11AM–2PM
📍 Bombardier Park West – Fieldhouse
Help Shape the Future of Education in Vermont
The Vermont Commission on the Future of Public Education is inviting community members to share their input through a short 8–10 minute survey. Your feedback will help guide state and local leaders as they consider the best path forward for Vermont’s public schools.
📝 Take the survey and learn more here: https://www.mtsd-vt.org/page/act73
November Employees of the Month: Celebrating Our Support Staff
This month, we’re shining the spotlight on our Support Staff Members—an incredible group that includes our Technology Team, Administrative Assistants, Supervisory Aides, Library Assistants, and Full-Time Substitutes. These team members are the backbone of our schools, keeping everything running efficiently while providing care, consistency, and support to students and staff alike.
Please take a moment to recognize their hard work and dedication by submitting your vote for November’s School Board Employees of the Month!
You may vote for support staff in your building—or, for those who work across multiple schools, in either or both locations.
🗳️ Cast your vote here: https://link.mtsd-vt.org/employeeofthemonth
Support Staff Eligible for November:
MES
Emily Totaram – Administrative Assistant
Maryann Hollock – Supervisory Aide
Linda Trudell – Full Time Substitute
MES or MMS
Rob Whitcomb – IT
Darcy Millette – Administrative Assistant
Christine Trudo – Library Assistant
MMS
Danielle Bunnell – Administrative Assistant
Sierra Pepin – Full Time Substitute
MHS
Katherine Estes – Administrative Assistant
Thea Smet – Administrative Assistant
Tracey McGregor – Administrative Assistant
Sarah Metcalf – Administrative Assistant
Jennifer Charbonneau – Administrative Assistant
Heather Arnold – Library Assistant
Angelo Rodriguez – IT
Marc McQuinn – Full Time Substitute
Janina Reinhardt – Supervisory Aide
Let’s show our appreciation for the support staff who make Milton Town School District such a great place to learn and work!
To view all early release days please visit mtsd-vt.org and choose the "2025-2026 School Calendar" link on the homepage.
Milton Town School District Contributed to the 2025 Community Health Needs Assessment
This year, Superintendent Amy Rex served as a member of the Chittenden and Grand Isle Community Health Initiative Assessment Committee which is a year-long regional effort to collect and analyze data about community health and well-being.
The result of that work, the 2025 Community Health Needs Assessment (CHNA), is now available. Developed with 15 community-based partners and input from nearly 1,500 residents across 12 languages, the CHNA will help guide community investments and initiatives for the next three years.
Top Priorities Identified:
Building Community Connectedness
Engaging on Mental Health
Increasing Health Care Access
📄 Read the Full Report or Executive Summary
💻 Join the Webinar
The CHNA Committee will host a webinar on October 21 at 10:00 a.m. to share the findings and explain how these priorities will shape the 2026–2028 Community Health Improvement Plan.
👉 Register Here
Community Resources - October 20th 5:45-7pm
Supporting Youth Who Struggle with Anxiety & Depression - December 16th 5:45-7pm
Youth Substance Use - February 18th 5:45-7pm
Improving Child-Caregiver Communication - April 16th 5:45-7pm
Due to staffing issues, we are forced to close MMM for today, Friday, September 19th, 2025. All families should prepare for alternate care and transportation as necessary.
MES Families, please update your Pickup Patrol information for today by 2:45.
MMS Families, please get in touch with the Middle School office with any necessary updates.
Thank you for your understanding,
The Milton Minds in Motion Team
🌟 Employee of the Month Nominations are Open! 🌟
This month we’re celebrating our Special Educators. 🎉
Do you know a staff member who goes above and beyond to support students and families? Nominate them today!
🗓 Nominations open: September 15 – September 22
📝 Submit your nomination here: link.mtsd-vt.org/employeeofthemonth
Let’s recognize the incredible work of our special educators! 💛
🌟 The Milton PTA is hosting the annual Activities Fair in the Milton High School Gymnasium on September 18th 5:30-7:30 PM!
This is a wonderful opportunity to learn about the many organizations in Milton offering sports, clubs, and activities for both youth and adults.
🍽️ The fair also lines up with the first MTSD Community Dinner of the year in the High School Cafeteria—two great community events in one evening!
📩 Organizations interested in participating can email miltonpta@gmail.com or sign up here.
Facebook Event: https://www.facebook.com/events/1864511094113475/
