The benefits of youth sports are clear – research from the President’s Council on Sports, Fitness & Nutrition Science Board shows that participation in sports is correlated with positive impacts on mental and physical health, as well as educational and career success. But that’s no secret to any of the Monticello High School on the …
It’s Monday in Monticello! Time for Superintendent Matt Evans’ weekly update to the Monticello community. We all know sports are incredibly beneficial for students — so how do we get students more interested in participating? That is the question that our new Student Athlete Committee led by athletes Diya Patel and Tyrese Shaw seek to …
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Kenneth L. Rutherford Elementary School students packed the school’s hallways and classrooms on Wednesday, Feb. 26 for Multi-Cultural Night. Spearheaded by KLR ENL Teacher Tianny Almanzar and District Translator Marta Mangual, and organized in conjunction with the school’s Parent Engagement Committee and the Every Person Influences Children program (EPIC), the event celebrated the many cultures …
Article from the Monticello High School Trap Team: On Wednesday, March 5, the Monticello High School Trap Team was welcomed in Albany by Assembly Member Paula Kay. The team was introduced on the floor of the Assembly, where they were recognized for their outstanding achievements at the state tournament last year. After their visit in …
Author and Illustrator Daniel Jude Miller visited the George L. Cooke Elementary School, where he discussed his experiences with writing, illustrating and designing. He read his books, told funny stories, and shared his life experiences with the students. It was a funny, exciting, and engaging event for the students. At the end of his presentation, …
In November 2024, the Wolf Lake Neighbors Foundation met with the George L. Cooke Backpack Program coordinator, and second grade teacher, Joana Dutcher. Ms. Dutcher explained the goals of the backpack program and what ways the Wolf Lake Neighbors Foundation can help. The result of this conversation was the creation of the Cooke Cares Closet. …
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Earlier today, our administrators learned of an alleged conversation among students that may have included language alluding to a threat of violence. Our administrators have interviewed the students involved, and have contacted law enforcement regarding the alleged incident. We are fully cooperating with law enforcement, and have conferred with them on their findings. If any …
It’s Monday in Monticello – time for Superintendent Matt Evans’ weekly update to the Monticello community! In this episode, an interview with some of our performing arts students who will be representing the district at this weekend’s SCMEA All-County Festival. This year, we will be hosting the festival right here at the Arnold Packer Hughs …
