In her recent bulletin to parents, Ms. Gormley, Superintendent of Schools, stated that a Grant Writing Committee is being formed that will consist of “10-15 parents and other interested parties to assist our part-time Grant Writer Chris Masalsky with research and fundraising duties.” People interested in volunteering are encouraged to email M.s Gormley at mgormley@miltonps.org

Gormley’s bulletin also included a brief article by Chris Masalsky, a part-time grant writer for the Milton Public Schools. Mr. Masalsky is working on grants to support the purchase and installation of a  video security system.

He is seeking support from the public.  He writes:

The recent incidents at Milton High School heightened our awareness of everyday vulnerabilities and changed how our community views school security. In many ways, Milton High School is the center of communal life – hosting meetings, athletic events, music lessons, recreational programs, and countless other activities. Unfortunately, these recent incidents make clear that the Milton Public Schools must adopt new approaches to ensure the safety of our students and everyone who uses our school facilities. . .

We are also requesting your help in raising funds to offset the immediate costs associated with keeping our students safe. Please reach out to your employer and others in your personal networks who can help support this project. Companies in the Technology Sector would make great partners in this effort, such as Raytheon, Ipswich, and Textron. If you are an employee at one of these companies or have a suggestion for a funding partnership, please connect with us to discuss sponsorship opportunities in our ongoing efforts to improve the
learning environment for all of Milton’s children.

You can find the complete text of Mr. Masalsky’s article as well as a number of updates from Ms. Gormley here.