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District curriculum staff said Reveal was selected after a multi‑month pilot involving roughly 75% of classroom teachers and that the adoption comes in under the allocated budget by approximately $208,408. Teachers and instructional leaders will receive multiple paid trainings over the summer; district staff said more than 103 staff members (including gifted, intervention and EL teachers) will be supported in training before the 2025‑26 year.

Superintendent staff presented the drone elective for the Milford Academy, developed by an academy teacher with grant funds available to purchase equipment. The course will start small with district drones and aims to build toward FAA credentialing opportunities for students in future years; approval of the elective was unanimous.

The board stressed that adopted materials are core resources and that standards remain those set by the Ohio Department of Education and Workforce. Administration said families and staff can access decision logs and pilot information online and that coaching and office hours will be available to support implementation.","mediaType","Video","parentTitle","Milford Board of Education 5/15/25","oneSentenceSummary","The board approved the district’s five‑year core math resource adoption (Reveal) for K–5 and approved a new drone operations elective at the Milford Academy, with training and implementation plans laid out for summer and fall.","taxTitle","Milford Exempted Village, School Districts, Ohio","taxId",38558,"location","Ohio","headline","","shortSummary",{"_33":77,"_35":36,"_37":38,"_39":78,"_41":79,"_43":80,"_45":81,"_47":82,"_49":83,"_51":84,"_53":85,"_55":56,"_57":58,"_59":86,"_61":62,"_63":64,"_65":87,"_67":68,"_69":70,"_71":72,"_73":74,"_75":74},6238709,"Milford names new high school principal and middle‑school leadership as staff promotions",482,6215000,6697000,"/Search/View?dp=1&key=3349056-57031e02f09b31a04e4a924b6926e48d&start=6215&end=6697","https://assets.pipeline.soar.com/3349056-57031e02f09b31a04e4a924b6926e48d/thumbnail_6215000.jpg","/articles/6238709/Ohio/Milford-names-new-high-school-principal-and-middleschool-leadership-as-staff-promotions","https://secure.pipeline.soar.com/6238709-cbbed026130132dcb1264898bbb10997/orig.mp4?Expires=1770453038&Signature=dXKXRyjDolXFv2zL2KyRV2TJmEejofwQFQKdne4udZhoGcIXlOjs6bf0A3EPMHH9QxbBc7HFZV3i8n1L3zaFh0hEfaLfot9wa8Ts4Z3fgFNXD3FJuB1P2nZcnyDqRc01NJmOtNvGaprXS4o~N7f4zo5BeJkvun3vRiqlyyxM3QQGXTJshcAAeD0i6FQdmWUG8Qkrj62iBDvBH4sKV0ukO266Nz4AMNS~UwN6yCldYF1dehTowz~X~R2vxPLT4F5t5xyJMN2AA4SBJ34m~vCoKS1HtHJ2EoPYF1YMeWR57uwG3v~nqEZoATdw0lY0ocuFdDd9m3byASNFSAhHrqYycA__&Key-Pair-Id=KUT5TJCACFTXG","The Milford Exempted Village Board announced leadership changes May 15 after a comprehensive search and internal promotions: Kevin Metzger was selected as principal of Milford High School; Todd Wells will be principal of the new Milford Middle School with Lauren Iger as assistant principal; and Misty Getz will move from junior high principal to director of teaching and learning.

Superintendent and human resources staff described a multi‑stage selection process for the high‑school principal that included nearly 30 initial candidates, three interview rounds and participation by students, staff and community members. Kevin Metzger, a Milford graduate and current assistant principal at Milford High School, described his background in a brief statement and said he aims to build on the school’s traditions while “teaching, learning, and failing forward.”

Misty Getz, who has served six years at the junior high and four at the high school in prior roles, told the board she had completed doctoral coursework and thanked mentors and colleagues. Lauren Iger said she is honored to serve as assistant principal; the board noted three of the four promoted leaders are district alumni.

The board approved the human resources consent agenda, including certified staffing for 2025‑26 and several retirements. Trustees thanked outgoing Chief Academic Officer Paul Daniels, who will leave the district for a superintendent role in New Richmond, and noted he will support transitions through the summer.

Administrators said the promotions are intended to support continuity as the district moves into the new middle school and prepares for the 2025‑26 academic year.","Following a multi‑round search, the board announced Kevin Metzger will be principal of Milford High School; Todd Wells will lead the new middle school with Lauren Iger as assistant principal; Misty Getz becomes director of teaching and learning.",{"_33":89,"_35":36,"_37":38,"_39":90,"_41":91,"_43":92,"_45":93,"_47":94,"_49":95,"_51":96,"_53":97,"_55":56,"_57":58,"_59":98,"_61":62,"_63":64,"_65":99,"_67":68,"_69":70,"_71":72,"_73":74,"_75":74},6238714,"Milford Middle School construction nearing finishes; district plans summer moves and traffic changes",270,4312000,4582000,"/Search/View?dp=1&key=3349056-57031e02f09b31a04e4a924b6926e48d&start=4312&end=4582","https://assets.pipeline.soar.com/3349056-57031e02f09b31a04e4a924b6926e48d/thumbnail_4312000.jpg","/articles/6238714/Ohio/Milford-Middle-School-construction-nearing-finishes-district-plans-summer-moves-and-traffic-changes","https://secure.pipeline.soar.com/6238714-b40ee369cec1feedec3526491f858417/orig.mp4?Expires=1770453038&Signature=InikH4f4Z1phytnji9AmxMQpQa3hF6EwUn2K6cz1vPGKMTqR7iEdhhowoZyYOooHty0HO8PDLysIuV5jG1uSdqFBW1lXlKawGvjEhWaZfMN1v9BrtAdELwwqKJQnr4~H3ePTAzNs4dPLVPL0boFSCrey8pEjSZZ4m4E7qVWRk~gWkaynQ7FtmZlbFbEQTRFsH-MoWri9kPyuS56yEM8GrP0RHS0WHGgp5OvDvU9xG2AQLS5wNE7s7Q44zj6Yo8THm3Ey5uNU3tSdtBaGSSE12T64XrVmtCneKz0q0MME9bElPZCcceoKubTochk4vazZEbrGiNncmvhuNwOkxLzaFQ__&Key-Pair-Id=KUT5TJCACFTXG","District construction staff told the Milford board on May 15 that the new Milford Middle School is nearing interior finishes, with academic wing work winding down and preparations under way for a phased move this summer.

Jeff Johnson, presenting the facilities update, shared drone and interior photos of the academic courtyard, band and choir rooms, sound‑attenuation panels, learning stairs and a long projection screen over the cafeteria. He said finishes in the academic wing are “finishing up” and that staff will begin moving materials and displays from the current junior high into the new middle school in a few weeks.

Johnson said a road and parking area between the middle school and the stadium is slated for paving as weather allows; he expected that work in late May or early June. He described traffic pattern changes meant to improve safety, including a reconfigured entrance off Wolf Pen and a north parking lot for stacking parents dropping students at the middle school. Buses will load in a dedicated bus lot rather than blocking Eagles Way, he said.

Johnson also detailed the demolition and site schedule: trailers used for construction begin demolition June 1, building abatement starts June 23, and demolition of the existing junior high is planned after the move. He said foundations and certain site elements may still be under construction when school starts but that access and traffic control plans will be in place. The board asked for signage and staff/volunteer support at arrival times to help parents navigate new patterns.

Trustees and administration said they will coordinate further with Clermont County traffic authorities on Wolf Pen widening and the traffic signal on State Route 131, and they will conduct safety walkthroughs with local police and fire before occupancy.","Construction on the new Milford Middle School is progressing with finishes wrapping in academic wings, learning stairs being installed and work on access roads and parking scheduled for late May/June; the district previewed traffic pattern changes and an August move plan.",{"_33":101,"_35":36,"_37":38,"_39":102,"_41":103,"_43":104,"_45":105,"_47":106,"_49":107,"_51":108,"_53":109,"_55":56,"_57":58,"_59":110,"_61":62,"_63":64,"_65":111,"_67":68,"_69":70,"_71":72,"_73":74,"_75":74},6238719,"Milford board debates tuition, timing for all‑day kindergarten; trustees pause final vote",628,4992000,5620000,"/Search/View?dp=1&key=3349056-57031e02f09b31a04e4a924b6926e48d&start=4992&end=5620","https://assets.pipeline.soar.com/3349056-57031e02f09b31a04e4a924b6926e48d/thumbnail_4992000.jpg","/articles/6238719/Ohio/Milford-board-debates-tuition-timing-for-allday-kindergarten-trustees-pause-final-vote","https://secure.pipeline.soar.com/6238719-2e4b3688e9f2e8107197cb530bf221c8/orig.mp4?Expires=1770453038&Signature=aXeHghcEzBf8sw5~8ADU4HzgfX8gQXuqHMhPnQYMgZVR4JiVjhGeEMdGdQr6i5Xud03KSXa7W3enaEl1q-RG546tMwtll42ocROyutoVBWCh7g8VwhirdLST3eXk7abZzCrOHyxcxYBOW-ACt~51kX6Hp2lfBL5nOEQw4FdjBd0Qc-f-ycqfU1ZWxb97QfVngOGg~oYxgI~sfubbXxEqtqioaJJF7X0yPo7ZauAjHzEzvY93WpA2AbRfN20~cQSU5Rf4YhEGH2Y4evGCpxzFN01GXxeT7ECD9PdFyQ30gd8EDNDHBGj7h0RjAbQ3zBmTlV1vWAdP9ALJaovNfuwTJw__&Key-Pair-Id=KUT5TJCACFTXG","Trustees at the Milford Exempted Village Board of Education on May 15 reiterated broad support for free all‑day kindergarten but declined to take a final vote, instead directing further review and discussion in the finance committee.

District staff presented background showing 90.5% of Ohio families enrolled in all‑day kindergarten in 2024 and said local demand has grown. Administration also noted the district provided approximately $111,000 in scholarships this year for families who could not afford full‑day tuition.

Board members described academic and retention benefits of full‑day kindergarten while stressing the district’s fiscal constraints. Treasurer Michael Ackerman and other staff told trustees the May amended five‑year forecast is trending in the right direction but that state budget uncertainty — including possible changes to the Fair School Funding Plan and a proposed 30% cap under consideration at the Ohio Legislature — could alter the district’s ability to sustain a new recurring expenditure.

Trustees agreed to continue the discussion in a June finance committee meeting and to wait for additional clarity from the state’s substitute budget language expected in late May or early June. Several board members urged the community to proceed with current family enrollment plans for the 2025‑26 school year because no change has been finalized.

No motion to change kindergarten tuition or schedule was introduced at the May 15 regular meeting; the board emphasized it seeks further data, community input and the state budget outcome before a final decision.

The administration noted options under consideration include using existing classroom space made available by middle‑school construction, potential transportation savings from midday route changes (estimated informally around $150,000), and scholarship support for families in need.","The board discussed a proposal to implement free all‑day kindergarten, reviewed enrollment and financial implications and agreed to continue study at finance committee before a final decision.",{"_33":113,"_35":36,"_37":38,"_39":114,"_41":115,"_43":116,"_45":117,"_47":118,"_49":119,"_51":120,"_53":121,"_55":56,"_57":58,"_59":122,"_61":62,"_63":64,"_65":123,"_67":68,"_69":70,"_71":72,"_73":74,"_75":74},6238724,"Milford board adopts amended five-year forecast; approves refunding bonds to save taxpayers about $2 million",549,2083000,2632000,"/Search/View?dp=1&key=3349056-57031e02f09b31a04e4a924b6926e48d&start=2083&end=2632","https://assets.pipeline.soar.com/3349056-57031e02f09b31a04e4a924b6926e48d/thumbnail_2083000.jpg","/articles/6238724/Ohio/Milford-board-adopts-amended-five-year-forecast-approves-refunding-bonds-to-save-taxpayers-about-2-million","https://secure.pipeline.soar.com/6238724-3540d8e1e251698d5f1aff7a10de7003/orig.mp4?Expires=1770453038&Signature=f0o-rycGeGAiVS5r90Jm32~chqKZ4XtCGeFufznVeDRBS1~P7Xnb5R8zBv1P8wEmWS3o9wQlTmQcg6w7JJYEZlX26o2M-JShLeQuaVjtSKvGhhPjtmyhJH3A~BE~ty-rLxGBUI2DxcsqlnY1sTMq5C4nc5ysHFVuLBkF0frgsMlw3eZgRGeIminLgaKLjrFm~WpixV6it0noIaenyfLLed6yhzIJwWGpEgWAfe4cZw6E83iTYLA5JmVhvoSfb0bp4LJM4M04ZM87eI6XMiUXJBx5oesBoPLp0VZqeIJk7EpY5lZg8R2J6Wsof8YTMLpjpulSQDkvnxEEufIEmP1Vdw__&Key-Pair-Id=KUT5TJCACFTXG","The Milford Exempted Village Board of Education on May 15 approved an amended five‑year financial forecast that narrows the district’s projected deficit and adopted a resolution to issue unlimited tax general obligation refunding bonds intended to save taxpayers about $2 million.

Board Treasurer Michael Ackerman said the district’s amended forecast for fiscal 2025 shows an improved position after a twice‑yearly property tax settlement. “Last month we were at negative $11 million. Because we have received our property tax settlement … it shows that we’re now at a positive 6.5,” Ackerman said during the meeting.

The forecast presented by district finance staff projects that deficit spending will shrink from a projected $3.9 million to about $1.5 million for the current year and that the district’s ending general fund balance will improve from earlier projections. Presenters credited expenditure reductions and debt restructuring taken over the past two years for the swing in the district’s outlook.

Board members and staff spent substantial time on state funding risks that could reverse some gains. Finance staff briefed the board on the Fair School Funding Plan guarantee, the phase‑in timeline and a proposed 30% cap in the state budget discussions that could reduce guaranteed aid. The presenters said enrollment declines — from about 6,258 students in fiscal 2022 to roughly 5,530 currently — and legislative changes are the primary drivers of uncertainty.

On the bond resolution, board members said the refunding is not a new levy but a refinancing of previously issued bonds. The board voted to authorize issuance of unlimited tax general obligation refunding bonds; administration estimated savings of approximately $2 million for taxpayers from the refunding.

The board also approved consent items tied to finance: the monthly treasurer’s reports, vendor payments and a list of donations. Trustees were unanimous on roll calls for those votes.

Board members said they will continue monitoring state budget negotiations and the pending state performance audit, which the administration reported remains on schedule with field work through July and an exit conference expected in September.","At its May 15 meeting the Milford Exempted Village Board of Education approved an amended five‑year forecast showing improved deficit projections, discussed state funding risks, and adopted a resolution authorizing refunding of general obligation bonds expected to save roughly $2 million.","actionData","errors"]

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