Last week’s Halloween brought something truly special thanks to our Milford High School Sculpture and Drawing + Painting students!
With the guidance of their teacher, Mrs. Adrian Vance Hawk, these talented artists spent four weeks designing and building custom Halloween costumes for kids through the local nonprofit May We Help — an organization that creates one-of-a-kind devices and costumes for children with disabilities.
This year, the MHS team created a circus train–themed costume for a local family of seven children — one who uses a wheelchair and the others who ride in a wagon — turning them into a colorful, joyful circus on wheels! 🎪🚂
A huge shoutout to Olivia T., Ollie S., Elena S., Isabella R., Arrow W., Brynn W., and Dalilah E. for using their creativity, compassion, and teamwork to make Halloween extra magical for some very special kids.
With the guidance of their teacher, Mrs. Adrian Vance Hawk, these talented artists spent four weeks designing and building custom Halloween costumes for kids through the local nonprofit May We Help — an organization that creates one-of-a-kind devices and costumes for children with disabilities.
This year, the MHS team created a circus train–themed costume for a local family of seven children — one who uses a wheelchair and the others who ride in a wagon — turning them into a colorful, joyful circus on wheels! 🎪🚂
A huge shoutout to Olivia T., Ollie S., Elena S., Isabella R., Arrow W., Brynn W., and Dalilah E. for using their creativity, compassion, and teamwork to make Halloween extra magical for some very special kids.
Soaring Together - Because at Milford, Eagles don’t fly alone!
This year our MHS upperclassmen at Milford High School serve as student mentors for our newest Eagles. Each month, these mentors visit freshman homerooms to support the Class of 2029 as they transition into high school.
They talk about everything from study tips and school spirit to making friends and finding their place at Milford.
This year our MHS upperclassmen at Milford High School serve as student mentors for our newest Eagles. Each month, these mentors visit freshman homerooms to support the Class of 2029 as they transition into high school.
They talk about everything from study tips and school spirit to making friends and finding their place at Milford.
Milford Schools recently completed a comprehensive performance audit through the Ohio Auditor of State’s Office. The audit reviewed Milford’s operations and expenditures, comparing them to peer districts across Ohio.
As part of our ongoing commitment to transparency and fiscal responsibility, we’re sharing these findings with our staff and community as we work together to strengthen our operations.
The audit examined five key areas — Staffing, Insurance, Transportation, Facilities, and Extracurriculars — and offered recommendations to strengthen efficiency and financial stability. While the Board of Education will review and evaluate all key areas outlined in the audit, some adjustments and reductions are already in motion as part of the District’s continued efforts to improve efficiency and long-term financial stability.
You can find the full audit and additional information here:
👉 https://www.milfordschools.org/page/performance-audit-2025
As part of our ongoing commitment to transparency and fiscal responsibility, we’re sharing these findings with our staff and community as we work together to strengthen our operations.
The audit examined five key areas — Staffing, Insurance, Transportation, Facilities, and Extracurriculars — and offered recommendations to strengthen efficiency and financial stability. While the Board of Education will review and evaluate all key areas outlined in the audit, some adjustments and reductions are already in motion as part of the District’s continued efforts to improve efficiency and long-term financial stability.
You can find the full audit and additional information here:
👉 https://www.milfordschools.org/page/performance-audit-2025
Big smiles and even bigger leadership moments in Ms. Parsley’s class! These students met with the high school principal, assistant principals, SRO, and superintendent to practice their communication skills and learn what real leaders do — listen, support, and make a positive impact.
As several Milford Schools are used as polling locations during elections, Milford Exempted Village School District will hold a remote learning day on Tuesday, November 4. This adjustment allows us to maintain instructional continuity for students while supporting our community’s voting process.
Families are encouraged to reach out to their child’s school or teacher for additional details and expectations regarding assignments and participation for the day.
Families are encouraged to reach out to their child’s school or teacher for additional details and expectations regarding assignments and participation for the day.
From smartphones to social media, today’s world can feel overwhelming for our kids.
Join Milford Schools and MindPeace for “Raising Kids in the Anxious Generation,” an evening focused on how digital life impacts youth mental health and how parents and educators can support children in today’s connected world.
Meet Milford Junior Rebecca Buck, who’s mastering both the body and the mind at Live Oaks Career Campus. Her drive, discipline, and curiosity have already earned her the CT Excellence Award, recognizing her as one of the top Exercise Science students in the school.
Read Rebecca’s full story: https://www.milfordschools.org/article/2513012
Read Rebecca’s full story: https://www.milfordschools.org/article/2513012
A meal is always better when shared with a friend!
Breakfast with Buddies officially launched this morning at Seipelt Elementary, welcoming 5th grade parents, guardians, caretakers, grandparents, and friends to enjoy a delicious breakfast together!
To make it extra special not only for the 5th graders but for all Seipelt breakfast eaters, our Nutrition Services team stepped it up a notch by serving eggs, sausage, biscuits, and festive treats like “pumpkin” tangerines, bananas with edible faces, spooky applesauce, cheesy strings, and more.
It was a scarily good morning to kick off this new tradition at Seipelt! 🍽️👻
Breakfast with Buddies officially launched this morning at Seipelt Elementary, welcoming 5th grade parents, guardians, caretakers, grandparents, and friends to enjoy a delicious breakfast together!
To make it extra special not only for the 5th graders but for all Seipelt breakfast eaters, our Nutrition Services team stepped it up a notch by serving eggs, sausage, biscuits, and festive treats like “pumpkin” tangerines, bananas with edible faces, spooky applesauce, cheesy strings, and more.
It was a scarily good morning to kick off this new tradition at Seipelt! 🍽️👻
Trading Through Time!
The Cincinnati Museum Center visited our 4th graders at Meadowview Elementary yesterday to kick off some hands-on trading fun! Students explored how Native Americans and early settlers exchanged goods, learning the value of items like chocolate, mirrors, and games that were once considered luxuries. They also discovered how beaver furs played an important role as a key trading resource!
The Cincinnati Museum Center visited our 4th graders at Meadowview Elementary yesterday to kick off some hands-on trading fun! Students explored how Native Americans and early settlers exchanged goods, learning the value of items like chocolate, mirrors, and games that were once considered luxuries. They also discovered how beaver furs played an important role as a key trading resource!
On Tuesday, October 28, 2025, the Milford Board of Education selected six finalists for the superintendent position based on the recommendation of the Hamilton County Educational Service Center (HCESC). The candidates were identified through a comprehensive process guided by the leadership profile developed from staff and community feedback sessions facilitated by HCESC.
The first round of interviews will take place on November 12, conducted by a panel of Milford community members, staff, and stakeholder representatives. Second-round interviews with the Board will follow on November 19 and 20. After these rounds, the candidate pool will be narrowed to a small group of finalists who will advance to the final stage of the process—a “Meet the Candidates Night” on December 9, open to all staff and community members.
Learn more: https://www.milfordschools.org/page/2025-superintendent-search
The first round of interviews will take place on November 12, conducted by a panel of Milford community members, staff, and stakeholder representatives. Second-round interviews with the Board will follow on November 19 and 20. After these rounds, the candidate pool will be narrowed to a small group of finalists who will advance to the final stage of the process—a “Meet the Candidates Night” on December 9, open to all staff and community members.
Learn more: https://www.milfordschools.org/page/2025-superintendent-search
⚠️ These students were so good, we’re providing a little caution about how scary good this learning was! The first few photos are blurred for our queasier families, but the results were too impressive not to share!
Students in Mrs. Moorehead’s and Mr. Rohlfs’ Honors Anatomy & Physiology classes at Milford High School created realistic “fake wounds” as part of their study of the integumentary system. Using everyday materials like cocoa powder, petroleum jelly, and even popsicle sticks for that extra “bone” effect, students explored the layers of the skin, classified types of burns, and learned about the body’s healing process, including the importance of inflammation in recovery.
Students in Mrs. Moorehead’s and Mr. Rohlfs’ Honors Anatomy & Physiology classes at Milford High School created realistic “fake wounds” as part of their study of the integumentary system. Using everyday materials like cocoa powder, petroleum jelly, and even popsicle sticks for that extra “bone” effect, students explored the layers of the skin, classified types of burns, and learned about the body’s healing process, including the importance of inflammation in recovery.
We want to hear from our veterans! 🇺🇸
To accommodate those celebrating November 11 with their families or at Milford elementary schools, Milford High School and Milford Middle School are inviting any veterans to speak with students on November 10.
At the High School, veterans will sit on a panel and have the opportunity to answer pre-selected student questions during a 45-minute class bell.
If you or someone you know is interested, please complete the form below:
MHS: https://bit.ly/MHSVetsDay25
MMS: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1mPeOBIGGY0koU6tiE-1lro4Zq2KeI99ZNfV1rDbRVlE/edit?usp=sharing
To accommodate those celebrating November 11 with their families or at Milford elementary schools, Milford High School and Milford Middle School are inviting any veterans to speak with students on November 10.
At the High School, veterans will sit on a panel and have the opportunity to answer pre-selected student questions during a 45-minute class bell.
If you or someone you know is interested, please complete the form below:
MHS: https://bit.ly/MHSVetsDay25
MMS: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1mPeOBIGGY0koU6tiE-1lro4Zq2KeI99ZNfV1rDbRVlE/edit?usp=sharing
The Milford Board of Education will hold a Special Board Meeting on Tuesday, October 27 at 6 p.m. to discuss the ongoing Superintendent Search.
As part of meeting procedures, individuals who wish to provide public comment must submit a request before the beginning of the session. The agenda has been posted to BoardDocs.
https://go.boarddocs.com/oh/milford/Board.nsf/goto?open&id=DMPNQP610F53
As part of meeting procedures, individuals who wish to provide public comment must submit a request before the beginning of the session. The agenda has been posted to BoardDocs.
https://go.boarddocs.com/oh/milford/Board.nsf/goto?open&id=DMPNQP610F53
Earlier this month, Mr. Lutz’s kindergarten class at Meadowview went on a (not-so) treacherous leaf hunt through the jungle (the outdoor trail)! Students collected colorful leaves, discussed why some were crisp while others stayed soft, and wrapped up the adventure by cataloging their finds on a worksheet. Nature made for the perfect classroom!
The Monster Mash was a graveyard smash! 🎶
Mulberry families and students brought their best costumes, danced, and braved spooky bounce courses together. Big thanks to our district leaders for stopping by to share some frightfully fun stories with our students!
Mulberry families and students brought their best costumes, danced, and braved spooky bounce courses together. Big thanks to our district leaders for stopping by to share some frightfully fun stories with our students!
Things really heated up yesterday at Pattison Park-1 in the best way possible!
Our friends from the City of Milford Fire & EMS stopped by to give students an up-close look at their life-saving gear and a special tour of their fire trucks and ambulances. Students got to climb aboard, explore the tools of the trade, and even practice staying low and crawling under the smoke like real firefighters!
We are so thankful for our local Fire & EMS team for keeping our community safe and teaching our youngest learners!
Our friends from the City of Milford Fire & EMS stopped by to give students an up-close look at their life-saving gear and a special tour of their fire trucks and ambulances. Students got to climb aboard, explore the tools of the trade, and even practice staying low and crawling under the smoke like real firefighters!
We are so thankful for our local Fire & EMS team for keeping our community safe and teaching our youngest learners!
Good luck to our amazing Milford High School Band as they hit the road for Indianapolis! They’ll take the field at Lucas Oil Stadium this week for the Bands of America Super Regional Championship with their show, “The Cutting Edge.” We know they’ll be sharp as ever—go Eagles!
Talk about going the extra mile! During School Bus Safety Week, we’re sending a big thank-you to the amazing bus drivers who keep students safe on every ride. 🚌
A friendly bus safety tip to all of our drivers out there: When those red lights are flashing and the stop arm swings out, it’s everyone’s cue to stop. Whether you’re behind the bus or coming from the opposite direction, please wait until the stop sign has fully retracted before driving again to help keep every child safe.
These Eagles are the sweetest batch around! 🍪
This month, we’re recognizing two incredible Eagles who make Pattison Elementary soar — Candice Spinelli and Tammy Kreyenhagen!
Candice has been a steady source of support and encouragement for her colleagues, especially new teachers. From meeting outside school hours to plan lessons to answering late-night questions about the Wonders program, she leads with kindness, patience, and dedication.
Tammy shines as a true role model throughout the school — always smiling, offering words of encouragement, and bringing calm care to every situation. She embodies the very best of our Portrait of an Eagle each and every day.
A big thank you to Crumbl Cookies for sponsoring our Employee of the Month program with a cookie and gift card for each honoree!
This month, we’re recognizing two incredible Eagles who make Pattison Elementary soar — Candice Spinelli and Tammy Kreyenhagen!
Candice has been a steady source of support and encouragement for her colleagues, especially new teachers. From meeting outside school hours to plan lessons to answering late-night questions about the Wonders program, she leads with kindness, patience, and dedication.
Tammy shines as a true role model throughout the school — always smiling, offering words of encouragement, and bringing calm care to every situation. She embodies the very best of our Portrait of an Eagle each and every day.
A big thank you to Crumbl Cookies for sponsoring our Employee of the Month program with a cookie and gift card for each honoree!
Sometimes the best way to face your fears is to make them yourself!
That’s exactly what Ms. Hinners’ kindergarteners did after reaching their first-quarter PBIS goal!
After reading How to Catch a Monster, students brought their own ferocious creations to life using Play-Doh, fangs, and plenty of googly eyes. Talk about monstrously good behavior!
That’s exactly what Ms. Hinners’ kindergarteners did after reaching their first-quarter PBIS goal!
After reading How to Catch a Monster, students brought their own ferocious creations to life using Play-Doh, fangs, and plenty of googly eyes. Talk about monstrously good behavior!
