2009 Annual Report.pdf - Town of Milton

This was a parent forum on parenting teens, with a panel presentation. Milton
Police Chief Richard Wells presented the current state of teen drinking in
Milton. In addition, Milton High principal Dr. John Drottar and athletic director
Steve Traister discussed how these issues affect our students. A pediatrician
from Milton Hospital was on hand to talk about the impact of alcohol on
teenage development. The forum was sponsored by the Milton School Committee’s
Health and Safety Subcommittee, Milton Hospital and Milton High
School.
Special Issues:
Finally, it was with great pleasure that the Milton Public Schools hosted a
Naming Ceremony at the Class of 2009 Commencement. Together with the
Copeland Family Foundation and the Milton School Committee, the administration
recognized the following individuals by dedicating spaces in our schools
in their honor:
Senator Brian A. Joyce Auditorium at Pierce Middle School
Dr. Mary Grassa O’Neill Library at Milton High School
John F. Riordan Weight Room at Milton High School
Charles C. Winchester Auditorium at Milton High School
This was a fitting end to the academic year, as we honored those in our
community who have left a lasting impression on the Milton Public Schools.
Our graduating seniors were told that each of these individuals represent
four characteristics that can help our students to build a more rewarding life.
Senator Joyce represents community service; Dr. O’Neill embodies lifelong
learning; John Riordan is an example of “do what you love, and love what you
do;” and our final honoree, Charles Winchester, characterizes integrity.
Faculty:
We welcomed 29 new teachers into our district at the start of the 2008-2009
school year.
Collicot: Christine Carter, Shannon Enos, Cassi Kelble, Sarah Richardson,
Sarah Rothenberg, and Michelle Tierney.
Cunningham: Jodi Russell.
Glover: Sara Willis, Melissa Hines, Katherine Lavalle, Catherine Maliel,
Adina O’Neill, and Kristen Smith.
Tucker: Melissa Arbour, Ava Casper, Katherine Grenzeback and Caitlin
O’Brien.
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