Boston Makes a Difference
Just seven miles from campus, Boston's resources profoundly affect how we at Milton can think about educating young people. The many options within minutes of our traditional, scenic campus mean that Boston's educational and cultural assets have become part of the Milton experience. Not only do we connect with many universities and artistic institutions, but also with the writers, historians, scientists, artists, and musicians who choose to live in this dynamic city. Our urban backyard also allows us to educate ourselves about political and social questions in realistic contexts. The Boston-Milton proximity enlarges what we can offer students every day.
Urban-infused Academics
From Boston to Milton
Faculty at Milton link learning with the distinguished scholars, artists and professionals who live and work in Boston, Cambridge and beyond. Each year, about 40 distinguished guests come to campus. Their experience, accomplishments and willingness to engage with our students not only enliven the subject matter, but also elevate the importance of academic work, and model long-term commitment to excellence.
A Sampling of Recent Visitors to Milton:
- Harvard professor Henry Louis Gates Jr.
- World-renowned marine biologist and ocean explorer Dr. Sylvia Earle
- Pulitzer Prize-winning writer Jeffrey Eugenides
- Dr. Eliza Byard '86, executive director of the GLSEN organization
- Latin percussionist Ruben Alvarez
- Dr. James McCarthy from Harvard's Museum of Comparative Zoology
- Award-winning photojournalist Lauren Greenfield
From Milton to Boston
Having access to Boston's universities, institutions and other resources is a particular advantage. For example, students in AP American & Comparative Government attend programs at Harvard's Kennedy Institute of Politics, the Kennedy Library and the Ford Hall Forum at Faneuil Hall this year. Delegations attended the Harvard Model Congress, the Harvard Model UN and a similar program at Tufts University. Calculus students visit M.I.T. laboratories, while Ancient Civilizations classes explored pieces at the Museum of Fine Arts (MFA). This History of Art class also visits the MFA as well as Harvard's Fogg Art Museum and the Isabella Stewart Gardner Museum. Geology students extend their class work to the Charles River and the Blue Hills Reservation. Members of the Astronomy class experience the Planetarium at the Museum of Science. With Tufts, M.I.T., Harvard, Boston College, Northeastern, Wellesley and Boston University in Milton's backyard, our students have many opportunities to participate in the academic and cultural environment of "America's college town."
Music
Milton offers unparalleled opportunities for students who want to pursue music seriously as part of a broad high school education. Students take private lessons and participate in ensembles at the following renowned institutions:
- The New England Conservatory of Music
- Youth Symphony Orchestra, Youth Philharmonic Orchestra, Massachusetts Youth Wind Ensemble, Youth Chorale
- Boston University
- Greater Boston Youth Symphony Orchestras
- Longy Music School
- Massachusetts Educators District and All-State Music Festivals
Milton students participate in musical competitions sponsored by:
- The Boston Symphony Orchestra
- Harvard Musical Association
- Quincy Symphony Orchestra
- Boston Pops Orchestra
- Wellesley Symphony Orchestra
- Brockton Symphony Orchestra
Weekend Fun
With Milton students, the Student Activities Office plans and supervises group fun in Boston, taking advantage of the range of activities the city provides:
- The Lion King or Wicked at the Opera House
- Nutcracker at Wang Theater
- Dinner at the Hard Rock Cafe
- The Boat Dance on Boston Harbor Cruises
- Boston Bowl and Good Times for arcade games and laser tag
- Red Sox, Celtics, and Bruins Games
- Movie buses to the Landmark Complex - surprise free movie passes
- Vans to Copley Place and the South Shore Plaza for shopping
