Dear Milton Families,
On behalf of the staff at C. L. Milton Elementary, I am happy to welcome you to the 2017-18 school year! We are looking forward to a productive partnership with you to ensure our children will achieve great success. We recognize that in order to be successful in school, our children need support from both the home and school. This past summer, our teachers, secretaries, nurses, custodians, and other critical support staff have been working diligently to make OUR school clean and bright for your children to learn in a safe, welcoming environment.
At Milton, the parents, teachers, and support staff are all part of a unified family working hard to ensure the safety and well-being of all children while providing them with a challenging and rewarding educational experience. As parents, you play an integral role as a part of this family in the education of your child. Your involvement in your child’s education will help your child achieve more success and have a positive outlook on school. Please be sure to read the monthly newsletters and calendars that are sent home. Get to know your child’s teacher and stay updated on classroom and school events. We ask that you guide and support your child’s learning by ensuring that he/she:
1) Attends school daily and arrives on time, ready for the day’s learning experience
2) Completes all homework assignments given by teachers
3) Reads daily to develop a love for reading and to improve literacy skills (Reach AR goal)
4) Shares school experiences with you so that you are aware of his/her school life
5) Informs you if he/she needs additional support in any area or subject
6) Knows that you expect him/her to succeed in school and go on to college
I would also like to encourage you to join our Parent Teacher Organization that actively supports our staff in providing our children with the best educational experience and learning opportunities possible. Last year, our PTO was able to provide many incentives for our students. In addition, please consider joining our Parent Volunteer program as our students can greatly benefit from your involvement and contributions to the school’s program and its operations.
Attached is a copy of our Attendance and Accelerated Reader plans so that you and your child can review them together. Attendance is a top priority at our campus. We strive to recognize our students for their exemplary attendance. Just a reminder, if your child has excessive unexcused absences (10 or more), you may be sent to court.
I am proud of the fact that last year’s top Elementary student from LISD was a Milton student! All students are expected to meet their AR goal. If you have any questions about the rules and expectations, please feel free to contact me or to discuss with your child’s teacher. It is very important that you and your child are fully informed regarding standards related to appropriate behavior for a safe and productive school year. Please feel free to contact me for any questions at 956-273-4200
Sincerely,
Flor Irene Diaz
Proud Principal of C. L. Milton