Centre Connection
April, 2015
Making a Sandwich
Evan Scales created this short film—using at least 20 different shots to create a simple scene—for his Moving Image class. Milton hosts a Moving Image Film Festival on Friday, May 8, in Wigg Hall from 7–9 p.m.
Ned Sahin, Brain Power Founder, Will Be 2015 Graduation Speaker
Dr. Ned Sahin, Milton Academy Class of 1994, a neuroscientist and technologist, is the graduation speaker for 2015. Ned’s neurotechnology firm, Brain Power, uses cutting edge brain research and technological advances to affect lives. Brain Power is transforming wearables, like Google Glass into assistive devices for children with autism. At Williams College, Ned concentrated in biology and neuroscience. He earned a masters at MIT in the Brain and Cognitive Sciences Department. Ned completed his Ph.D. at Harvard in cognitive neuroscience,...
read moreDon’t Miss This Kodak Moment: Graduation is June 5
This year’s graduation ceremony will be held on the lawn in front of Robert Saltonstall Gym on Friday, June 5, at 10:30 a.m. The formal graduation procession begins at Straus Library, where each student receives a flower. A bagpiper then leads the faculty and seniors in a march to their seats. Tradition also dictates that Milton seniors vote for one boy and one girl to speak on behalf of the class at graduation. Diplomas at Milton are given in random order, and the last student to graduate is given a sock of quarters—one from each classmate. After the ceremony, students say farewell to faculty, who have formed a receiving line. In the event of heavy rain, the ceremony will move into the Fitzgibbons Convocation Center. The Academy is also hosting a reception in the Schwarz Student Center for the graduating students and their parents from 4 to 5:30 p.m. on the afternoon of Thursday, June 4. A variety of performances will accompany this reception, so that parents may have one last chance to witness some of the many talents in this class.
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read moreScience Symposium: Science Fit for a Crowd
By Ariela Buxbaum-Grice ’15
Milton’s fifth annual Science Symposium showcased advanced science students and their DYO (Design Your Own) experiments in the Pritzker Science Center. For students enrolled in advanced biology, chemistry, physics and environmental science, discussing independent projects that they’ve pursued over the last several weeks is their culminating work.
At the symposium, students presented posters and conducted demonstrations. For their DYO projects, students construct their own experiments based on, but not limited to, the material covered in class and their own personal interests in a specific area of study. The project is a long-term assignment, lasting for about a month, and is a chance for students to work independently of the curriculum without heavy guidance from a teacher. Most students perform their DYO with a partner, and the project requires time outside of class.
read moreCo-Head Monitors Rise to Lead in the Year Ahead
Newly elected head monitors Avery Park (II) and Mack Makishima (II) have taken up the mantle as school leaders from outgoing head monitors Caroline Wall (I) and Louis Demetroulakos (I). Avery lives in Millet House and is from Walpole, Massachusetts. Mack lives around the corner, in Milton. Fresh from the Class II Retreat, full of energy and spirit for their class and School, Class II students rise to the challenge of running for office. Over the course of two weeks in April, four boys and four girls—self-nominated—each made his or her case to...
read moreLive! From Wigg Hall! It’s Saturday Night!
This spring’s 1212 play brings another round of Saturday Night Live comedy to campus. Wicked Sketchy is an original production made up of 18 sketches, written and performed by students. Last spring’s Wicked Sketchy production was so successful that Peter Parisi, performing arts department chair, thought it made sense to do it again. This time, Jake Daniels (I), Mack Makishima (II), Rick Dionne (I), Alex Gistis (II) and Minh-Anh Day (I) took on lead writing and directorial roles in this collaborative project. The 28-student cast pitched ideas to each other and wrote draft skits in small groups, eventually choosing the final 18, which each student had a hand in editing.
read moreConfronting Contemporary Culture in the Nesto Gallery
Five Milton graduates return to campus this Friday, May 1, for the opening reception of their Nesto Gallery exhibit, Confronting Contemporary Culture: the documentary in still and moving image. Through mediums ranging from 35mm and medium format film to digital still photography and digital video, photo and video journalists Scout Tufankjian ’96, Sebastian Meyer ’98, Ian Cheney ’98, Mae Ryan ’05, and Ciara Crocker ’10 share intensely engaging stories of fascinating and disturbing aspects of human experience....
read moreBreaking Historic Records
It’s been a year to remember for Milton’s swimming and track teams as many of today’s Mustangs broke long-standing records in both sports. From boys’ 200 medley relay and girls’ 200 freestyle to boys’ 100m dash and javelin, click “read more” to view the new names on Milton’s record board.
read more“On Project”: That’s Where Many Seniors Are, On Campus and Beyond
Each year, Class I students may commit their final weeks at Milton to completing a “Senior Project.” Students who are interested must submit research plans in early winter. A committee of faculty decides which projects to approve, and each student aligns his endeavor with a member of the faculty or staff for support. Students in the Class of 2015 chose topics that range from aviation to religion, from engineering medical devices to studying social justice. Students will paint, garden, sew, prepare concerts and recitals, shadow...
read moreParents’ Association Wrap-Up and Thank You
To the entire Upper School Parents’ Association Board, thank you for all your hard work connecting parents, the School’s administration, and students this school year. We have continued to improve communication both among parents and between the parents and the School. We have had frank and substantive discussions with Academic Dean Jackie Bonenfant, Dean of Students Jose Ruiz, Dean of Teaching and Learning Indu Singh, Director of Counseling Lisa Morin, Athletic Director Lamar Reddicks, Director of College Counseling Rod Skinner, and Director...
read moreParisi Productions — More Than Meets the Eye
Tapping into performing arts department chair Peter Parisi’s passion for teaching and his love for Milton is not hard. After 20 years of teaching drama, speech, improv and oral interpretation classes, his enthusiasm has not waned. It bubbles to the surface when he talks about his numerous roles and experiences. “Milton has been awesome,” says Peter. “I worked in admission for many years when faculty also served as admission staff. You get to meet these wonderful kids and families. The kids think they know themselves so well as 13- and...
read moreMetamorphoses and Spring: King Theatre is the Stage
Many Milton students are familiar with Ovid’s classic poem Metamorphoses from English class. The spring play brings American playwright Mary Zimmerman’s version of Metamorphoses to King Theatre. Performing arts faculty member Eleza Moyer saw the original Broadway production and knew that someday she wanted to stage the play.
read moreSupporting the Milton Experience
Milton’s Annual Fund elevates the experience of its students and faculty. A robust Annual Fund provides students with an experience beyond what is covered by tuition by giving them the opportunity to explore their passions. Annual gifts support professional development for faculty, giving teachers the opportunity to perfect their craft and bring new ideas back to the classroom. A strong Annual Fund means the difference between a good experience and a great one. Please help Milton continue to offer an exceptional education by clicking...
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