MPS Parent/Student Handbook 2021-22
We are pleased to present the Parent Student Handbook, 2021-22. Please review each section of our Handbook carefully and, if you need additional information, we ask you to reach out to the appropriate department administrator.
Some of the items included in this year's Handbook continue to be under review in light of the COVID-19 pandemic. As specific items change, we will communicate with you accordingly.
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Introductory Information
The Board of Education is comprised of 10 elected members, two from each of the five districts throughout our city. The two year term for the current board members ends in November 2021. The Board normally conducts its regular business meeting on the second Monday of each month at 7:00 p.m. Members of the public are always welcome to attend and see progress being made, first-hand. A second meeting is held on the fourth Monday of the month at 7:00 p.m. called the Committee of the Whole meeting. These meetings are conducted as information sessions to which the public is also welcome. Meetings are normally held in the Board of Education Meeting Room in the Parsons Building. Currently, the board meets via Zoom, due to the COVID-19 environment. Links to the Zoom meeting are included in the agendas posted on the district website.
1st District
Andrew Fowler (Minority Leader)
Betsy Ratner
2nd District
Susan Glennon (Board Chair)
Meghan Doyle
3rd District
Una Petroske (Majority Leader)
Warren Pawlowski
4th District
Cindy Wolfe Boynton
5th District
Adam DeYoung
Emily McDonough Souza
You may send a message to all of the Board members via email: mboemail@miforded.org
Board of Education Meetings
The 2022 dates will be determined at the December 2021 Board of Education meeting and announced on the district website (www.milforded.org) when confirmed.
Board Meeting 2021 Dates (Remaining)
August 23, September 13, September 27, October 11, October 25, November 8, November 22, December 13.
Statement of Compliance Nondiscrimination
The Milford Public Schools district is committed to a policy of equal opportunity/affirmative action for all qualified persons and does not discriminate in any employment practice, education program, or educational activity on the basis of race, color, religious creed, sex, age, national origin, ancestry, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability (including, but not limited to, intellectual disability, past or present history of mental disorder, physical disability or learning disability), genetic information, or any other basis prohibited by Connecticut state and/or federal nondiscrimination laws. Inquiries regarding the Milford Public School district’s nondiscrimination policies should be directed to Wendy Kopazna at (203) 783-3403.
Questions, concerns or comments regarding possible discrimination under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) should be made in person or in writing to the following department(s):
Regarding Facilities: James L. Richetelli Jr., Chief Operations Officer, (203) 783-3405;
Regarding Employment: Wendy Kopazna, Director of Human Resources, (203) 783-3403;
Regarding Programs: Christopher Brown, Director of Pupil Personnel Services, (203) 783-3491.
Title VI and Title IX Coordinator and Compliance Officer: Wendy Kopazna, Director of Human Resources
Phone: (203) 783-3403 Email: wkopazna@milforded.org
Mailing Address: Milford Public Schools, 70 West River Street, Milford, CT 06460
The Section 504 Compliance Officer: Christopher Brown, Director of Pupil Personnel Services
Phone: (203) 783-3491 Email: cbrown@milforded.org
Mailing Address: Milford Public Schools, 70 West River Street, Milford, CT 06460
General Accessibility and Accommodations
All activities offered by the Milford Public Schools are held in accessible locations. Accommodations for individuals with a disability are available upon request.
Please contact Christopher Brown at (203) 783-3491.
Notice of Video Monitoring
In accordance with Connecticut General Statute, notice is hereby given to all employees, parents and students that the Milford Public Schools conducts electronic monitoring in all school buildings. Video surveillance cameras are set up in common areas throughout the school and are monitored regularly.