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
They heard from motivational speaker & leadership trainer, Ed Gerety, author of "Shine Your Light", and "Combinations Opening the Door to Student Leadership"
(members Joseph Shedd, Jack Armstrong, Evelyn Bushey, and Wyatt Wright)
MHS Presents "Rock of Ages" (Teen Edition) Fall Musical - November 14th and 15th @ Milton High School
Milton High School Theatre is proud to present: Rock of Ages Teen Edition, a romantic comedy set in the mid-80s on LA's Sunset Strip ... we're talking Poison, Journey, Foreigner, Bon Jovi, White Snake, Joan Jett, REO Speedwagon, Styx, Extreme, and many, many more.
Please save the dates and strongly consider supporting our scholar-actors as they prepare to tear the roof off and melt your faces ... plus they'll make you giggle.
Our goal is to fill every single seat, all three shows, but we need your commitment to help make that happen. Save the date, buy the ticket, spread the word, share your stoke, and help make this one of our greatest and best-attended shows ever.
This Weekend!
Friday, 11/14 - 6:30pm
Saturday, 11/15 - 1:00 pm and 6:30 pm
$5 Students - $10 Adults (Cash or Check at the door)
🍎 Milton Pop-Up Food Distribution
Hosted by Milton Family Community Center
📅 Sat, Nov 8 | ⏰ 11AM–2PM
📍 Bombardier Park West – Fieldhouse
Come cheer them on this Friday, 7PM, at Burlington High School as they face off against Mt. Abe under the lights! 💛⚽💙
Our first academic quarter is coming to a close this week. The final day of the first quarter is Friday, October 31st. That day will be a Make Up Day at MHS.
What are the expectations for Make Up Days at MHS?
Students who are passing all of their classes do not need to attend school.
Any student with a failing grade MUST attend school and work to bring any failing grades up to passing.
Regular class schedules are suspended on Make Up Days, as students can spend time with any teacher that they need to see for extra support or make up work.
Students with failing grades who do not show up at 7:30 will get direct outreach (by phone) from the school to get them in for Make Up Day.
Regularly scheduled bus transportation to and from school will be available to all students.
Breakfast and lunch will be available for all students who attend school on Friday.
This is a strategy that pays great dividends for our students. It rewards students who have all of their grades in order by the end of the quarter and provides targeted support for those who need it.
Both Tech Centers will be running their regular schedules on Friday, October 31st. (Any tech student who needs to do makeup work for MHS can do it between 7:30 AM and 8:30 AM.) But all tech schedules and bus schedules will be running normally.
I hope you find this communication helpful. I hope parents and caregivers will help support us in getting our students the support they need.
Many thanks,
Scott
Our 2026 girls soccer seniors were recognized during their Senior Recognition Game! 💛⚽
Annie Brynga
Avery Turner
Caitlyn Fortier
Maddie Rose
Marlie Bushey
Molly St. Amand
Sam Provost
Savannah Monahan
Taylor Shappy
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
Check out our 2026 cheer seniors! They were recognized during their Senior Recognition Night.
Alyssa Ostinelli
Ava Merchant
Ayla King
Emma Timmerman
Emma Wasilewski
Kallie Holden
Check out our 2026 field hockey seniors! They were recognized during their Senior Recognition Game.
Isabella Kang
Keghan Abell
Lily Provost
Sienna Martin
Celebrate our 2026 soccer seniors! They were recognized this month during our Senior Recognition Game.
Andrew Preuss
Jonathan Hadwiger
Mason Martel
Matias Ocampo Herrero
Noah Hecker
Wyatt Wright
Check out our 2026 football seniors! They were recognized this month during our Senior Recognition Game.
Carter McGregor
Collin Metzger
Collin St Hilaire
Hayden Atherton
Keegan Jones
Orin Dulmer
Ryder DiMario
Shawn Bennett
Ziad Salha
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.
Check out the latest edition of the MHS Newsletter: https://mtsdvt.edurooms.com/engage/milton-hs/newsletters/milton-high-school-newsletter
📦 Food Drive at This Week’s Games!
The MHS Rotary Interact Club will be hosting a food drive at both upcoming home games — and we’d love your support!
🍽 Friday, 10/10 – Varsity Football (6:30 PM)
Bring a non-perishable food item and get in free!
Regular admission is $4 for adults and students (grades 5–12) who do not attend Milton. Senior citizens are always free.
⚽️ Saturday, 10/11 – Varsity Boys Soccer (6:00 PM)
Admission is free for everyone, but donations are still very much appreciated!
All items will go directly to the Milton Food Shelf, supporting families right here in our community. Let’s pack the stands and fill those collection bins — thank you for your generosity! 💛💙
