
☀️ Summer Wellness Series: 3 Simple Ways to Exercise As a Family
1. Go for pre- or post-dinner walks
-Whether you head into town or just cruise the neighborhood, building a walk into your daily schedule ensures that it won't get put off.
2. Crank up the music and boogie down.
-Play your favorite song and dance together! Dancing is a great way to feel energized and it doesn’t feel like you are in “exercise” mode.
3. Sneak workouts into other activities.
-By making simple swaps to your daily activities, you can model to your family how simple it is to get moving. Some ideas are: take the stairs whenever possible, park further away at the grocery store and park your car before getting your mail. ☀️

💙📦 Yesterday, our incredible staff and volunteers distributed 500 meal kits to our community, providing nutritious food to families across the area. Thank you for your continued dedication and support!

☀️ Summer Wellness Series: July 4th Firework safety
Fireworks are a staple of summertime celebrations, but they can also be very dangerous. Each year, thousands of people are injured by fireworks.
Never allow young children to play with or ignite fireworks.
Older children should only use fireworks under close adult supervision.
Be sure to have a bucket of water or a fire extinguisher handy in case of emergencies.
Light fireworks one at a time, then move away quickly.
Never try to re-light or pick up fireworks that have not fully ignited.
Keep fireworks away from buildings and vehicles.
Never point or throw fireworks at another person.
Pets should be kept indoors during fireworks displays.☀️

📢 Onsite Meals at MHS Closed – Thursday, July 2
Please note that onsite meals at MHS scheduled for Thursday, July 2, will be closed.
Summer Meal Kits will still be available for pickup at Bombardier Park West from 12:00–2:00 p.m.

☀️ Summer Wellness Series: Hike VT
Enjoy all Vermont has to offer by taking a hike!
Hiking is proven to have many health benefits, ranging from the physical exercise you get when out on the trail, to emotional or mental relief that comes from being in nature.
You can check out Vermont State Park Hikes at https://www.vtstateparks.com/hiking
Remember to always go with a friend, let someone know where you are going, where bug spray and stay on paths! ☀️

TOMORROW July 2nd is our weekly meal kit drive-thru distribution day! Based on last week’s demand, we will have MORE AVAILABLE this week. FREE meal kits (one kit per child aged 18 and under) containing the equivalent of 7 breakfasts, 7 lunches, and a gallon of milk. Kits are available at Bombardier Park West on a first come, first serve basis rain or shine. No registration required. These meals are not intended for children receiving free meals in summer school or summer camp. We look forward to seeing you there!

After applying appropriate sunscreen, head out and enjoy the weather! Did you know? Exposure to sunlight is said to increase the serotonin released by your brain. Serotonin is a hormone associated with improving and boosting your mood. It can also help a person feel calmer and more focused on their tasks.☀️

☀️ Summer Wellness Series: Social Media and Mental Health
Did you know? Those who spend more than 3 hours a day on social media are twice as likely to experience symptoms of anxiety and depression. Recent surveys show teens average about 3.5 hours per day on social media.
Families can support healthy habits by creating tech-free zones, encouraging face-to-face connections, modeling responsible online behavior, and discussing digital safety.. ☀️
(Source: https://www.hhs.gov/sites/default/files/sg-youth-mental-health-social-media-summary.pdf)

☀️ Summer Wellness Series: Keep a Routine!
It is helpful for everyone, children and adolescents, as well as adults, to have a routine and to allocate time to a variety of activities. Create a plan that centers on being healthy and connected. A daily schedule doesn’t always have to look the same. Be flexible and give yourself something to look forward to each day: get outside, connect with family and friends, make time for yourself, make time for fun, and especially create moments of joy throughout the day. ☀️


🍎 MTSD Summer Onsite Meals begin MONDAY!
FREE meals are available for all children ages 18 and under, regardless of town of residence or family income. No ID is required.
We look forward to seeing you there! See the flyer for additional information.
Meals will be served onsite in the MHS Cafeteria.

🌞 Starting next week - Join the Milton Town School District Summer Wellness Series!
Follow us each week for tips and resources activities to help students and families stay healthy, safe, and active all summer long.

Congratulations to the MHS Class of 2026!
https://youtu.be/4mBcOLYq0m4?si=9TolYSdAo7Tjn7uy
Milton High School is proud to share this livestream link for our graduation ceremony scheduled for Saturday, June 13th at 10:00 AM.
A huge thank you goes out to LCATV, whose partnership allows us to provide access to this event to friends and family around the world.
Share it with all those who cannot be with us this Saturday!
https://lcatv.org/live-stream-4

With warmer temperatures in the forecast, we encourage families to take extra precautions to help students stay safe and comfortable during the school day.
💧 Stay hydrated
🧢 Wear lightweight clothing
🌳 Take breaks in the shade when possible
☀️ Be aware of the signs of heat-related illness
For additional information and tips from the Vermont Department of Health, please review: https://www.healthvermont.gov/sites/default/files/document/env-ch-preparing-for-hot-weather-schools-and-child-cares.pdf
Stay cool and stay safe!

Milton High School is proud to share this livestream link for our graduation ceremony scheduled for Saturday, June 13th at 10:00 AM.
A huge thank you goes out to LCATV, whose partnership allows us to provide access to this event to friends and family around the world.
Share it with all those who cannot be with us this Saturday!
https://lcatv.org/live-stream-4

The entire recording was completed over just two hours on Tuesday of this week. It captures a moment in time at MHS that students will be able to share over and over again in the coming years. Most of all, it was a community-wide effort that brought our students and staff closer together.
A special thank you to Pete Wyndorf for his leadership of this effort. He was aided by countless MHS students and staff members who gave time and energy to the project.
https://youtu.be/q15mKXafPC0?si=AWEUpi1lAX21Q9Tx


MTSD Summer Meals begin on June 22nd! 🍎☀️
FREE meals for children aged 18 and under regardless of their town of residence or family income, and no ID is required.
We look forward to seeing you there!
See the flyer for additional information.
