So Many Thanks...

Every parent at Milton is a member of our Parents’ Association. Together, we strive to foster a sense of spirit to enhance our children’s years at Milton Academy and to keep open the channel of communications among parents and between parents and the school.

This year, we are grateful to the many, many parents, faculty, administrators, students and staff who worked hard to organize our varied and successful undertakings:

• Guest speakers at our five general meetings, including noted sociologist and teacher Sara Lawrence-Lightfoot; author Dr. Kirk Jones; Rachel Begun from FLIK, Ellie Griffin, Jane McDonald, and Hugh Silbaugh, who participated in a panel discussion about Healthy Teens; and Dr. Robin Robertson;
  
  
• A sumptuous dinner spread for all parents on Parents’ Weekend, followed by a wonderful performance for parents and students by Snappy Dance Theater;
  
  
• A kick-off to the college weekend for Class II parents, featuring dinner and speaker Bill Mayer, expert and author of The College Admissions Mystique;
  
  
• A dinner for the parents of Class II, III, and IV, with guest speakers for each;
  
  
• Student performances at our meetings;
  
  
• Small surprises in student mailboxes saying “Welcome!,” in September and “We’re thinking of you…” during exam week; and a surprise treat of Krispy Kreme donuts and hot chocolate served by parents and faculty in the student center to lift spirits on a dreary winter day;
  
  
• The annual Faculty and Staff Appreciation Brunch, a true labor of love that celebrates those who dedicate themselves wholeheartedly to our children;
  
  
• The bi-annual celebration of Milton’s diverse cultures and backgrounds at CultureFest that included wonderful food and music;
  
  
• A unique evening and opportunity -- the Milton Mix Up -- when small groups of parents gather for dinner and conversation in the homes of generous volunteer hosts; and
  
  
• The annual Summer Opportunities Fair, a popular community event that is also a key source of funds for the Parents’ Association.
  
  

A dedicated core of committee chairwomen and men, class representatives and officers gave considerably of their time and talents. But it takes dozens and dozens of parents to make a successful association, and we thank each of you for your efforts and participation this year.

In addition, we are tremendously grateful to the members of the faculty, staff and administration who so cheerfully said, “Yes,” when asked to lend a hand or give us advice. They are too many to name, but their wise and respectful assistance smoothed the wrinkles as we planned our many events. Speaking of wise and respectful – we are deeply appreciative of the time Dr. Robertson has dedicated to our organization this year, and for all she does to make Milton the splendid school that it is for our children.

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