Monticello students earn record number of NYS Seal of Biliteracy Awards

More Monticello High School students than ever before have earned the prestigious New York State Seal of Biliteracy, thanks in part to the district’s ongoing efforts to expand opportunities for multilingual learners. This year’s increase in recipients is largely due to the addition of a Spanish for Native Speakers course. The class is designed to …

Quenten Liciaga crowned champion, sets new school record in high jump

Congratulations to Monticello High School athlete Quenten Liciaga, who took home first place in the high jump and long jump at the Section IX championship track meet at Rondout Valley High School. Not only was he crowned champion, he also set a new school record in the high jump at 6’6.”

Free summer meals available to all children in Monticello

The Monticello Central School District is once again participating in the USDA Summer Food Service Program (SFSP), ensuring that all children 18 years of age and under have access to nutritious meals during the summer months—free of charge. Meals will be available at several locations throughout the district. No registration or proof of income is …

MCSD earns BCME distinction for 15th consecutive year

The Monticello Central School District (MCSD) has once again been honored as a “Best Community for Music Education” by the National Association of Music Merchants (NAMM) Foundation, marking MCSD’s 15th consecutive year receiving this prestigious recognition. Now in its 26th year, the Best Communities for Music Education designation is awarded to districts that demonstrate outstanding …

Monticello HS students launch into learning with Civil Air Patrol visit

Students in Lisa Mathern’s class at Monticello High School recently enjoyed an engaging, hands-on lesson that brought math and science to life, thanks to a visit from  Commander of Civil Air Patrol’s Sullivan County Cadet Squadron Claire Sullivan and Senior Master Sergeant Bill Mason of the Civil Air Patrol (CAP). The visitors began by introducing …

Six varsity teams earn scholar athlete distinction

Six of Monticello’s spring varsity athletic teams were named as scholar athlete teams by the New York State Public High School Athletic Association (NYSPHSAA). Teams that earn this distinction must have 75% of their members maintain an overall average of 90% or better throughout the season. Congratulations to the following spring scholar athlete teams: Boys Golf …

Tim Crumley earns Level 2 Board Excellence Award from NYSBBA

Monticello Board of Education President Tim Crumley was recognized at the May 21 Board of Education meeting for earning a Level 2 Board Excellence Award from the New York State School Boards Association’s (NYSBBA) Board Excellence Recognition Program. According to the organization, the program “is designed to acknowledge school board members who strive to continually …

Jennifer Ducey and Jeff Danzer honored with Board Awards

The Monticello Central School District (MCSD) Board of Education is proud to recognize two outstanding educators—Jennifer Ducey and Jeff Danzer—as Board Award recipients. Board Awards recognize staff, students and community members who have demonstrated an exceptional commitment to the district. Read on to learn more about these two remarkable individuals: Jennifer Ducey Nominated by MCSD …

Monticello art students take home awards at Sullivan County Art Show

Congratulations to all of the student artists whose work was displayed at the Sullivan County Art Show in March held at Bethel Woods — and a special congratulations to the students whose art received an award during the show:  Award Winners – High School Brionna Jones – “No body Perfect” Category: Painting Award: Artist’s Choice …