Milan Schools aim for semi-normal school year on Aug. 4 July 19, 2021 The district says it is aiming to bring the kids be into a safe environment. “We are very excited to have students back in the school. Milan Special School District is scheduled to begin on August the 4,” said Jonathan Criswell, Director of Schools for the Milan Special School District. Masks are currently optional for Milan students when they return to the classroom. “We’re not offering a virtual learning option this year. It put such a strain on students and families last year,” Criswell said. However, they are making adjustments to what students can do when they aren’t in the classroom.