Milton High School

All after-school activities, including Milton Minds in Motion and all athletic games and practices, are cancelled today, Tuesday, February 10.

Good Evening MTSD Staff and Families

Given the long duration snowfall and to assist with snow removal, the MTSD will be closed on Monday, January 26. This includes, Milton Elementary School and PreK program; Milton Middle School and Milton High School. 

Thank You. Stay Safe and Warm.

Extreme Cold Safety Information

What's Happening

Starting tonight at 7pm through Saturday 1pm we are going to be experiencing dangerously cold wind chills of 20° to 40° below zero. 

• IMPACTS:

  • Frostbite on exposed skin in as little as 10 minutes

  • High risk of hypothermia, especially with prolonged exposure

  • Ruptured water pipes due to extended freezing temperatures

  • Conditions are well outside typical cold weather norms

These temperatures are especially dangerous for vulnerable populations including children, older adults, individuals without reliable heat, and anyone spending time outdoors.

How to Stay Safe

• Limit time outdoors whenever possible

• Wear layers, including hats, gloves, scarves, and insulated boots

• Cover all exposed skin

• Bring pets indoors or provide adequate shelter

• Check on neighbors, family members, and anyone who may need assistance

• Keep phones charged and emergency supplies accessible

Heating & Home Safety

• Keep indoor temperatures consistent

• Let faucets drip slightly to prevent frozen pipes

• Open cabinet doors under sinks to allow warm air to circulate

• Use space heaters safely and never leave them unattended

Forecast Information

• www.weather.gov/btv

Warming Shelters

• Current shelters and warming locations:
  https://vem.vermont.gov/shelters 

Final Reminder

This level of cold can become life-threatening very quickly. Please take precautions, plan ahead, and help protect those around you.

MTSD School Board Community Forum – January 15

On Thursday, January 15, the MTSD School Board will host a community forum to provide an opportunity for open conversation between community members and the Board.

The Board will be considering options and seeking community input, including:

• The potential use of the MTSD Education Reserve Fund to reduce the budget, and

• The use of the FY25 fund balance to help buy down the tax rate.

Please join us!
Light refreshments will be provided to support these important conversations.

📍 In person: MHS Library
💻 Virtual: Via Zoom Link
🕡 Time: 6:30 PM
📅 Date: Thursday, January 15

🎉 January Students of the Month — Congratulations! 🎉

9th Grade – Team Champlain
Drew, Mark, Elliot, Eleanora

10th Grade – Team Eagle Mountain
Sydney, Eureka, Salama, Jack

10th Grade – Team Cobble Hill
Sara, Payton

Individual Nominations
Yermos, Addison, Lauren, Alyssa, Brody, Joseph, Collin

Please join us tonight at 6:30PM for our MTSD Virtual Board Engagement Session!

Below are the available dates along with their corresponding Zoom links and login information:

Please note: each Zoom link is only valid on the day of the scheduled meeting.

Monday, January 5th

Zoom Link:

January 5 Link

Meeting ID: 869 3602 6550

Passcode: 909623

Wednesday, January 7th

Zoom Link:

January 7 Link

Meeting ID: 836 0721 1465

Passcode: 833336

Sunday, January 11th

Zoom Link:

January 11 Link

Meeting ID: 879 3617 4151

Passcode: 919046

Wednesday, January 21st

Zoom Link:

January 21 Link

Meeting ID: 868 7537 0160

Passcode: 365958

Dear Families

The MTSD will do an early release schedule today, Tuesday, December 23, 2025. Although the snowfall is not expected to begin until noon, an early release will allow our second bus run (Milton Elementary School) to get the children home before the roads get too slippery and before darkness sets in. 

The afternoon PreK will be cancelled.

MHS and MMS will dismiss at 1:30

MES will dismiss at 2:30. 

Thank You and Happy Holiday

All after-school activities are cancelled today, Tuesday, Dec. 2nd - including athletics, Milton Minds in Motion, and all clubs.

December Employees of the Month: Celebrating our Unified Arts Teachers

• Kendra Gorton, MES STEAM

• Kaley Dickinson, MMS Art

• Laura Taylor, MHS World Languages

UPDATED:

❄️ 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!

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:

1. Attend a board meeting 

   1. Dates: December 4, December 18, January 8, January 22

   2. Location: MHS Library at 6:00 p.m.

   3. Join Via Zoom: Link

2. Visit our website FY27 Budget Page (this page is updated regularly as new information becomes available)

3. Take this Anonymous Survey