By Emily Carroll – News Editor

The Principal’s Advisory Council, coordinated by Mr. Thompson and Mrs. DiPrimio, meets three times a year to discuss different ways that Law can work with and strengthen ties to Milford’s community.

It is a group of partners representing education, employers, industry groups, associations, and other stakeholders in the community who provide input for school improvement. Their objective is to provide recommendations regarding the goals for the school.

“This is a unique opportunity for community and business leaders to join students and staff to discuss opportunities and areas for development in the Milford community and how Jonathan Law can lead the way in making our community the best it can be,” Thompson said.

Members include Assistant Principals Mrs. Drew and Mr. Marko, Dean of Students, Mr. Ragaini, College and Career Coordinator Mrs. Intelisano, and Law’s class advisors.

“It’s showing the community that we are such a great school with a positive environment and it’s a place where our kids can succeed academically and emotionally,” DiPrimio said.

Senior Leo Merturi, junior Jill Bendlak, and sophomore Matt Tournas are the student representatives of the council. Each student was chosen through teacher recommendations.

“I wanted to be apart of the Principal’s Council because I believe it’s very important for students to be represented in school related discussions and relations,” Merturi said. “I would say, in regard to goals, my main objective as an advisor is to represent the student body, specifically the senior class.”

Brian Smith, a professional speaker and community member, and Priscilla Lynn, who is a part of the Downtown Business Association, also attend meetings. Smith will be hosting a forum discussing the importance of public speaking.

Some events the council was involved in were the Lamplight Stroll and the tree lighting downtown. The council has also partnered up with the Law Interact Club.

“The council itself is so cool because it does have community members on it, it has faculty, but it also has some students so you’re getting a different perspective from so many different people and everyone is working together,” said Intelisano, who also advises Interact Club.

DiPrimio is excited that Interact has joined forces with the Principal’s council because it allows more members of the Law community to be involved.

“If students want to be a member of the Principal’s Council and volunteer with all of the opportunities that we offer, they can join the Interact Club,” DiPrimio said.

The council’s next meeting is in May. They will be discussing upcoming events such as the Boys and Girls Village Golf Tournament held on June 6 and Pirate Day on June 12.

“Serving and giving back to the community is at the core of what our school believes and we are able to foster opportunities for this to happen through initiatives like the Principal’s Council,” Thompson said.

The council is looking for any members who would like to participate in any community volunteering to give back for all the support the community provides for Law’s success.

“The Principal’s Council is a great way to celebrate this partnership and ensure Jonathan Law remains Milford’s community school,” Thompson said.