December 2024 NGC Update

As we approach the holiday break, we want to thank our students, families, and staff for their hard work and dedication this semester. We hope you have a relaxing, joyful, and safe holiday season filled with warmth and time with loved ones.

On Thursday, December 12th, juniors and seniors will take the state test for government from 7:45 AM to 9:45 AM. Ninth-grade students have late arrival but should note the following details:

• Transportation will only run at regular times.
• If ninth-grade students arrive at 7:45 AM, they will report to Homeroom for the FLEX period.
• The schedule for the day will flip FLEX and 2nd Bell to accommodate testing.

Please plan accordingly, and thank you for your flexibility during this important testing day.

The end of the semester is quickly approaching, and exams will take place from January 13th to January 16th. Please note that semester exams are worth 10% of the semester grade. A detailed bell schedule for exam week is attached. Encourage students to begin reviewing their materials, ask for help if needed, and use their study time effectively. The last day of the semester is January 17th, which is a teacher workday.

Milford Schools receives funds from Ohio for Career Counseling. We believe it is essential to examine the four E’s: Enrolled, Enlisted, Employed, or Entrepreneurship.

We have forged a new partnership with You Science to support students with future planning.

Your student has a fantastic opportunity for self-discovery, and we have some great tools to help you engage with their results.

Through engaging brain games, YouScience Aptitude & Career Discovery measures aptitudes (the natural abilities most important to career choice) and matches those talents (combined with interests) to high-demand career fields.

The Aptitude & Career Discovery program has been proven to engage students and help them discover, affirm, and explore their talents. This reassurance should give you confidence that your child is on the right path to making more informed decisions in high school and beyond.

The insights students get from Aptitude & Career Discovery are meaningful and actionable. We want you to feel supported and equipped to engage your students in conversation about their results and plans for the future. That's why we've provided various resources, including FAQs, Results Walkthrough videos, and Conversation Starters, to help you get started.

Look at the YouScience parent/student page website to see how YouScience shapes lives for brighter, successful futures.

If you have any questions or concerns, you can connect with:

Emily Janssen, NGC Counselor - janssen_e@milfordschools.org

Dan Yeager, NGC Principal - yeager_d@milfordschools.org

Help our community stay warm this winter! We are collecting winter coats, thick coats, hats, gloves, thick socks, and pants for those in need. Donation boxes are located in the main office and counseling office. Every donation makes a difference. Let’s come together and support both kids and adults in our community!

Join us in supporting Feed Our Flock by donating non-perishable food items. Suggested items include:

• Ravioli
• Mac & Cheese cups
• Ramen noodles
• Cups of fruit
• Granola bars
• Fruit snacks
• PB cheese crackers
• Cereal bowls
• Pop Tarts
• Cookies

Donations should be brought to homerooms, and the homeroom that collects the most will win a donut party! Your contributions help fight hunger in our school and community.

• It's cold, respiratory virus, flu season. Teachers are always in need of tissues and disinfecting wipes.
• Students should bring wired headphones daily along with charged devices.
• Cell Phones and wireless devices are still prohibited during class time.
• Students should be signing up ahead of time for activate and FLEX.. If you want to see how they are spending this time, ask them to show you what they signed up for.

Tickets for the production of Hadestown: Teen Edition are now available for purchase! Don’t miss the chance to see this incredible performance. Tickets are only available for this weekend, so be sure to grab yours now!
Purchase Tickets Here: Hadestown: Teen Edition Tickets

Celebrate the season with the beautiful voices of our talented choir students! The HS Choir Concert will take place on December 17th at 7:00 PM in the Zamudio Theatre at Milford High School. We hope to see you there for an evening of music and joy!

Support our Eagles! There are many upcoming athletic contests featuring our talented student-athletes. For complete schedules, visit the Milford Athletics website:
Milford Athletics Schedules