SCHOOL HISTORY
In the spring of 1948, the first shovel of dirt was turned on the future site of Milford Mill Junior-Senior High School. Eighteen years of effort on the part of the surrounding communities preceded the event. The original structure was completed in 1949 and was ready for occupancy.
The students who entered that year reflected a wide cross-section of people which, even today, is unique in our suburban composition. Milford Mill prides itself on the accomplishments of its graduates with their varied backgrounds which have contributed to a well-rounded educational and cultural enrichment.
Building alterations have also improved Milford's educational facilities. Improvements, most of which were completed in 1966, included two new wings and many changes within the original structure. New classrooms replaced the old library which was relocated in one of the new wings. Included in the additions were more physical education facilities and an electronics shop. Six acres were added to the athletic fields and all the fields were reconstructed.
Additional renovations to the Washington Avenue site began in the summer of 1989. In June of 1989 Milford Mill High School (Milford Mill at Sudbrook) was temporarily located at 4300 Bedford Road to allow for a complete modernization of its facilities.
In September of 1992, Milford Mill High School returned to 3800 Washington Avenue, to a modern facility which houses a comprehensive high school as well as a technical center. Milford Mill High School's name was changed to Milford Mill Academy.
ORIGIN OF THE SCHOOL NAME
The old Milford Mill can trace its history back a hundred years. The mill at Milford ground grain into flour and meal. In those days, before the forty hour week, the Milford Mill worked day and night seven days a week, every day in the year, except the Fourth of July, and Christmas.
Except for the remnants of the old foundation and the preserved wheel, no tangible evidence the the Milford mill remains today.
Milford Mill High School is indebted to students and friends of this community who searched out and authenticated the old mill wheel. After the wheel was removed from the ground, it was sandblasted and treated to prevent further rusting. A suitable pedestal was designed and constructed to hold the symbol. On September 21, 1960, this memento was placed near the front entrance during a formal dedication ceremony.