Milton High School Students Will Resume In-Person Instruction Next Week

Milton, Wisconsin — After thoroughly reviewing the available numbers of confirmed COVID-19 cases and quarantines, the School District of Milton plans to resume in-person, cohort instruction at Milton High School on Monday, November 16, 2020.  

The district greatly appreciates the students’ efforts to discourage the spread of COVID-19 at Milton High School. To allow for continued onsite instruction and activities, the district wants to remind all students and families of the importance of continuing to adhere to the county recommended guidance to wear appropriate face coverings and maintain social distancing inside and outside of the regular school day. 

Students will be expected to continue their daily self-screening prior to departing for school. The primary symptoms of COVID-19 include shortness of breath, coughing, and fever or chills. Other symptoms include congestion, sore throat, diarrhea, abdominal pain, body aches, and loss of taste or smell. 

If any student, or any of their family members, are experiencing these symptoms, the district asks that the student please remain home and call a healthcare provider for evaluation. If a student has been in close contact with a confirmed case of COVID-19 or anyone who is displaying the above mentioned symptoms of COVID-19, he or she must remain home. If a student, or their family, has been directed to isolate or quarantine by a medical professional, the student must remain home for the duration of the isolation or quarantine period. 

Students unable to attend next week are asked to contact the high school immediately at 608-868-9340.

The School District of Milton holds the health and safety of our students as our highest priority.  The district will continue to monitor the situation, and if necessary transition to a virtual learning model.

Milton High School Will Transition To Virual Learning October 30, 2020

The School District of Milton has been working alongside the Rock County Public Health Department to actively monitor the spread of COVID-19 in our area. Given the rise in cases at Milton High School, and based upon the guidance from the county, the school district has decided to switch to a fully virtual learning model for all Milton High School students. This will take effect Friday, October 30. 

Friday, October 30 will be a non-instructional day for all Milton High School students while our educators prepare for the transition. Fully virtual instruction will begin for all Milton High School students Monday, November 2 and will continue through at least November 13, 2020. At that time, the district will evaluate returning to in-person, cohort instruction if active cases have significantly decreased. 

The closure affects all athletic practices and competitions. Extracurricular activities are cancelled unless they are able to transition to a fully virtual format.

This transition to virtual will only impact Milton High School students. 

All other schools within the School District of Milton have not seen a significant increase in reported positive cases of COVID-19 and as such will continue with regular instruction.

Breakfast and lunch for Milton High School students will be available for pick up at Milton High School on all virtual days, beginning on Friday, October 30. More details on breakfast and lunch pick up will be shared with families directly later today.

The virus that causes COVID-19 is thought to be spread via contaminated air droplets from coughing, sneezing and even talking by an infected person. To control the spread of COVID-19 in our community, the district asks that our community members please remember the following:

• What you and your immediate family do outside of school hours will impact the School District of Milton. 

• The consistent use of appropriate face coverings helps to limit the spread of the virus.

• Maintain 6 feet of physical distance between yourself and those around you.

• Avoid gatherings where physical distancing cannot be maintained. 

• Wash your hands regularly, using soap and water, for at least 20 seconds. 

Common symptoms of COVID-19 include fever, fatigue and coughing. Some people with COVID-19 experience additional symptoms, such as a runny nose, sore throat, nausea, vomiting, and diarrhea. If you or your child are experiencing any of these symptoms, we strongly encourage you to discuss your condition with your healthcare provider.

Milton Board of Education Accepting Letters of Interest for Vacant Seat

August 31, 2020

Milton, Wisconsin -- The School District of Milton Board of Education will be accepting letters of interest to fill a vacant board seat. The vacant position on the board will expire in April of 2021.  

Those interested are asked to submit a letter of interest addressed to the board. Applicants are asked to be sure to include their contact information and a brief explanation of their desire to serve on the board of education.  

Applicants must submit letters to Executive Assistant Kim Krause at School District of Milton District Office, located at 448 E. High Street, Milton, WI 53563, no later than 4:00 p.m. on Tuesday, September 15, 2020.  

Letters of interest may also be emailed to krauseki@milton.k12.wi.us.

Milton School Board Places “Renewal” Referendum Question on November Ballot

If passed by voters, referendum renews an expiring referendum; No expected year over year increase in the tax levy specifically related to renewing the operational

MILTON, Wis. – The School District of Milton Board of Education voted on Monday night to place a referendum question on the November 3 ballot to replace a referendum that voters passed in 2016 and that is set to expire. If passed by voters in November, the referendum would allow the school board to continue exceeding the state-imposed revenue limits by $2.5 million per year for the next five years. Because the November referendum renews a 2016 referendum, There will be no year over year increase in the tax levy specifically related to renewing the operational referendum.

“The board worked to find solutions that are fiscally responsible and that enable us to maintain and grow programs and services for students,” said Joe Martin, School Board President. “Our top priority is to continue our legacy of delivering a high-quality educational experience to our students.” 

The board worked to find a solution that provides Milton students with the resources they need while keeping local property taxes as low as possible. If the board does not receive approval from voters for a replacement referendum in 2020, the revenue limit authority provided by the 2016 referendum will be lost. This would lead to cuts in programs and services that would impact students and their learning. 

Because of the way in which schools districts in Wisconsin are funded and the way in which the School District of Milton fits into the state funding plan, local taxpayers are only responsible for a portion of the $2.5 million referendum. Instead, because the district has received increased state aid, the local cost for the $2.5 million revenue limit increase was approximately $1 million dollars. This is expected to remain the same moving forward. 

“As the board considered the needs of the district in light of the pandemic and the very difficult economy, we wanted to provide voters with a referendum solution that provides great value and allows us to continue the great tradition of the School District of Milton.” said Martin. “We believe that by simply renewing and not increasing the expiring 2016 referendum, we can do exactly that.” 

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Message from Athletics and Activities Director Jeff Spiwak

Badger Conference Cancels 2020 Fall Season

Dear Red Hawks,

The Covid-19 pandemic has created immense challenges in almost every aspect of our daily lives. As we inch closer to the start of the academic year, the School District of Milton is working tirelessly to provide students and families with an exceptional educational experience that holds the safety, health, and wellness of our students, staff and our greater community at the highest priority. Hand-in-hand with instruction, education-based athletics and extracurricular activities are a direct extension of the classroom and are an integral part of our students’ educational experience. 

Unfortunately, at noon today the Badger Conference will officially announce the cancellation of the conference fall athletic season in its entirety. This does not necessarily mean that there will be no WIAA athletics offered this fall at Milton High School. At this point, no official determination has been made by the School District of Milton in regards to fall sports. Moving forward, we will continue to explore every avenue and consider every contingency in offering high quality and safe extracurricular programming for the 2020-2021 school year. Ultimately, the final determination for fall athletics will be made by the Board of Education at the August 10th school board meeting. Until that time, the athletic and activities department will work hard to best navigate the ever-changing landscape of Covid-19 to best serve students, staff, and the community. 

Below, you will find the link to the official press release by the Badger Conference.

Thank you and go Red Hawks!

Jeff Spiwak

Director of Athletics and Activities

Badger Conference Fall 2020 Statement

School District Of Milton Welcomes New Athletic Director

The School District of Milton is excited to announce Jeff Spiwak will join the district as the new Athletic Director. “We are very glad to bring Jeff on board,” enthused Milton High School Principal Jeremy Bilhorn.”Jeff brings energy and excitement to this role that will only add to what has been a successful program.” 

When asked to comment on his recent hiring, Spiwak’s enthusiasm was readily apparent. “The reputation of the district and community precedes itself,” he stated. “ I cannot wait to hit the ground running in service to our kids and community in building on the great traditions already established at Milton High School.” 

Spiwak brings extensive experience in education, and as an Athletic Director to his position with Milton. Prior to joining the team at Milton, Spiwak has served as Associate Principal/Dean of Students/Athletic Director for Clinton High School in Clinton, Wisconsin. According to Spiwak, joining the School District of Milton will allow him to more fully focus on his passion for high school athletics. Spiwak wanted to express his gratitude for his time in Clinton. He was honored to have spent his time there and will treasure his time there and the relationships he developed. 

“I couldn't be more excited for the opportunity ahead at Milton High School and within the community of Milton,” he continued. “The pride in this community is evident; the recent passing of the facilities referendum is a reflection of value and expectation placed on our extracurricular programming.”

The Board of Education officially approved Spiwak’s contract during their regularly scheduled board meeting on July 13. He will begin in his new position Monday, July 20.

District Communications