Millwood Public Schools

Attention Falcon Families: We are aware of a disturbing picture circulating on social media. While we understand how concerning this may be, we want to assure you that our investigation has found no direct threat to Millwood High School or any schools in our district. During our investigation, we determined that the picture was originally uploaded by a student who does not attend Millwood High School. Additionally, another individual, whom we have not yet identified, screenshotted the picture and added a caption about not wanting to come to school. Since safety is our top priority, we take every precaution daily to protect our students and staff. As an extra step, we have notified district security and local law enforcement. Our safety measures will continue tomorrow and every day. Thank you for your partnership as we work together to keep our Falcon Family safe. If you have any questions or concerns, please don’t hesitate to reach out.

Today, we honor the life and legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. – a leader who inspired the world with his vision of equality, justice, and unity. As we reflect on his powerful message, let’s continue to dream big, act boldly, and work together to build a brighter future for all. 💙✨ #MLKDay #InspireChange #DreamBigActBold

Good Evening Falcon Families, Happy New Year! It feels great to be back with our Falcons. This week was filled with purpose and drive towards our goals. We completed the Math portion of the NWEA Test and will be focusing on the Reading portion next week. Tomorrow, we hope to see all 6th Graders on campus from 8:00 a.m. until 12:00 p.m. Transportation will be provided for our students who normally ride the buses. Focus Fridays for the remainder of January are as follows: January 17, 2025 (6th Grade) January 24, 2025 (7th Grade) January 31, 2025 (8th Grade) The year 2025 marks a new beginning for everyone, and we will need your continued support to help our students stay focused on their education. Class disruptions of any kind will not be tolerated. Phones will not be a distraction throughout the school year. We think highly of our students and their chances to do amazing things within the community, but education must remain their primary focus. Thank you so much for your support in helping our students become change agents in the world.

Open Enrollment for the 2025-2026 academic year is now open! Visit www.millwoodps.org to submit an application. Open Enrollment is application-based and does not guarantee admission to Millwood Public Schools

Announcement: Due to inclement weather, Millwood Public Schools will be closed on Thursday, January 9, 2025. No Virtual Instruction Will Take Place. Stay safe and stay warm.

Open Enrollment for the 2025-2026 academic year is now open! Visit www.millwoodps.org to submit an application. Open Enrollment is application-based and does not guarantee admission to Millwood Public Schools

Dear Millwood Parents, Students, and Staff, We would like to inform you of an important update regarding changes to our safety protocols. These adjustments are designed to further enhance the safety and well-being of our entire school community. Please take a moment to carefully read the attached document.

We would like to inform you that there will be no school from December 23rd, 2024 to January 3rd, 2025 for all students and staff. Our winter break will give everyone the opportunity to relax, recharge, and spend time with loved ones. Classes will resume on Monday, January 6th, 2025. We wish all of our students, staff, and families a safe, restful, and joyful holiday season. Thank you for your continued support, and we look forward to welcoming everyone back in the new year!

Subject: Exciting Last Week Before the Holidays! Dear Arts Academy Families, As we approach our final week of school before the holidays, I want to express my gratitude for your continued support and involvement in our community. We have some fun and festive themed days planned, and I hope your students are excited to participate! Monday, December 16, 2024 - "Backwards Day": Students can wear their shirts or jackets backwards. Please remember, for safety concerns, to avoid wearing jeans or khakis backwards. Tuesday, December 17, 2024 - "Ugly Sweater Day": Encourage your child to wear the ugliest sweater they can find or even create their own. The uglier, the better! Wednesday, December 18, 2024 - "Crazy Hair Day": Wild hair is a must! Please note this day also coincides with school finals for Math, Science, Geography, U.S. History, and Language Arts. Thursday, December 19, 2024 - "Pajama Day" with a Polar Express theme and a Hot Chocolate Bar to enjoy. Friday, December 20, 2024 - "No Virtual": We will be focusing on Math as we close out 2024. It’s important for all families to support their students in practicing math skills during the break. Thank you for your cooperation and enthusiasm. Let’s make this final week memorable for our students! Best regards,

Welcome Back Arts Academy Falcons, We hope you had a great weekend. We are looking forward to this week. This week students will be allowed to participate in dress-out activities. Monday, December 9, 2024 will be Crazy Hat Day. Tuesday, December 10, 2024 will be Mix/Match Day Wednesday, December 11, 2024 will be Sports Day Thursday, December 12, 2024 will be Community Service Day. Friday, December 13, 2024, will be a celebration of our Winter Wonderland for our school and community. We look forward to a great week.

MELA Families: Millwood Elementary will have virtual learning for grades PK-2 and in-person learning for grades 3-5 on Friday, December 6th. Students in grades 3-5 will be dismissed at 11:15am. Thank you!

Good Evening Arts Academy Families, Just a reminder, we have our Coat Drive and Coat giveaway on Tuesday, December 3, 2024, from 6:00 pm until 8:00 pm. at Falcon Nest (Middle School Cafeteria). If you are still wanting to donate coats, please drop them off in our Middle School front office. Thank you in Advance

Subject: Welcome Back from Thanksgiving Break! Dear Families, I hope this message finds you well! We are excited to welcome our Arts Academy students back from Thanksgiving break. To kick off the season, we have planned a 12-day celebration, and we would love for all of our students to participate daily. Thank you for your continued support and encouragement. We look forward to an engaging and festive time together! Warm regards,

Dear Millwood Community, We are excited to announce that Millwood Public Schools will soon be opening a brand-new Early Childhood Academy! This initiative is part of our ongoing commitment to building Champions by providing high-quality educational opportunities for our youngest learners. The Academy will offer a nurturing and enriching environment designed to help children grow and develop the foundational skills they need for future success. Be on the lookout for enrollment information in the coming weeks. We look forward to welcoming your child to the Early Childhood Academy! Thank you for your continued support, and stay tuned for more details. Sincerely, Millwood Public Schools

Good Morning Arts Academy Families, The Campus will be closed today, November 18, 2024, due to severe weather. Please stay safe and we hope to see everyone tomorrow. Thanks and be safe.

Important Announcement: Due to inclement weather, Millwood Public Schools will be closed on Monday, November 18, 2024. No virtual instruction will take place. Thank you for your patience and understanding. Stay safe.

Good Evening Arts Academy Families Tomorrow November 13, 2024, is recognized as National Kindness Day. We want to promote Kindness not just tomorrow but for the rest of the school year. Students can wear Orange and Yellow and are encouraged to make an effort to be extra kind to someone tomorrow. We will recognize kind acts throughout the day, and students can earn House Points for showing acts of kindness. Reminder: The Houses of Amistad and Isinindi will be at school this Friday, November 15, 2024, from 8 am - 12:00 pm. Regular bus routes will run also. Please enjoy your evening and we look forward to seeing your scholars in the morning

We have been notified of social media posts alleging that there is an individual with a weapon on campus. Our security has been notified and we can confirm that these posts are not true.

IMPORTANT SCHOOL UPDATE "Please READ" the attachments for essential information regarding recent changes to our school's safety protocols and procedures. Your understanding and cooperation are crucial in maintaining a safe and supportive environment for all students and staff."

Due to inclement weather, Millwood Public Schools will be closed on Monday, November 4, 2024. No virtual will take place.