MEVSD Board of Education Recap - September 18 2025
Fine Arts Update
Fine Arts Director Josh Kaufman recognized Milford High School student artists and photographers for notable work
Music educator Brandon Ditken was recognized as a CMA Foundation National Music Teacher of Excellence, one of 30 nationwide.
Upcoming Events and Community Engagement
Six: The Musical is scheduled for October 17–18, 2025.
A 100 Years of Milford Bands celebration will be held at Eagle Stadium, with alumni engagement and a preview of this year’s program.
Fuel for Flight, supported by Milford First United Methodist Church, will provide weekend food bags for students across all nine schools.
Milford High School Presentation:
MHS Principal Kevin Mezer outlined goals to increase positive parent communication, including proactive emails and updates.
PBIS initiatives continue to expand, with tiered supports and student recognition.
Additional updates included the “Proud History, Bold Future” culture focus, senior parking space painting, and dedicated high school social media accounts.
Financial Overview
Revenues remain stable and expenditures are being closely monitored.
The state performance audit is on track for completion in October.
No operating levy is anticipated for maintaining solvency, given current projections and ongoing fiscal discipline.
Personnel and Human Resources
Justin Sadler will serve as Interim Principal at Milford Junior High School for the 2025–2026 school year.
A revised administrator evaluation framework will launch this semester to improve clarity and consistency.
Middle School Construction Update
Superintendent Search
The district, in partnership with Hamilton County ESC, is gathering stakeholder input through a ThoughtExchange survey and in-person sessions.
A special Board meeting on October 2 will review community feedback and finalize the superintendent profile.