On Thursday, April 10, the Academy of Finance (AOF) went to SUNY Sullivan where the talented culinary team graciously hosted the AOF annual dinner celebration of our seniors. The food and atmosphere were exceptional, creating the perfect setting to honor our 2025 graduating AOF seniors. We are also fortunate to have guest speakers Anna Bittinger …
On April 10, 2025, in the high school library, nine students were recognized as Monticello High School Students of Distinction for the third quarter. The Monticello Student of Distinction Award was created to recognize and award students who demonstrate behavior and/or achievement above and beyond expectations. These students were nominated by their teachers and were chosen among several nominees to receive this quarter’s award. …
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All Monticello CSD parents and caregivers have received an important email from surveys@sogolytics.com with the subject line “Your Voice Counts” last week at the email address on file with the district. A follow up email was sent on April 28, and another will be sent on May 1. The email contains a message from Superintendent …
Cooke families — please don’t forget to order your full colored 52-page yearbook. The deadline to order is May 28. The yearbook is $15 you can either send in cash or pay online using the online link.
There will be a Voter Registration Day on May 6 from 4 p.m. to 8 p.m. at all district voting locations. This will be the last day to register to vote in the May 20 election. Voters may also register in person on any school day between the hours of 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. at …
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Article courtesy of MHS PR Liaison, Stephanie Byrne: When the Class of 2020 got a call Friday, March 13, 2020 that the district would be closed for two weeks to get the coronavirus under control, there was still hope that the school year would continue. There was hope the senior prom and the senior trip …
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On Wednesday, April 2, 2025, the George L. Cooke Elementary School STEAM Committee hosted a special assembly featuring local falconer Brian Bunce. The event introduced students to the ancient art of falconry and provided a unique, hands-on learning experience. Mr. Bunce brought two falcons and two owls for the presentation. Each bird was securely tethered to …
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In the interest of limiting distractions, promoting academic success, and improving students’ emotional wellness, the Monticello Central School District Board of Education is considering changes to its policy on student personal electronic devices, effective in the 2025-26 school year. Under these proposed changes, all students would be required to have their cell phones and/or other …
There will be a regular meeting of the Monticello Central School District Board of Education on Tuesday, April 22, 2025, at 6:30 p.m. at the RJK Middle School Library. There will be a proposed executive session at 6:30 p.m. to discuss “the medical, financial, credit or employment history of a particular person or corporation, or …
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It’s Monday in Monticello – time for Superintendent Matt Evans’ weekly update to the Monticello community. In this episode, more information about a proposed “bell-to-bell” ban on personal electronic devices that would require all students to keep their cell phones and other personal devices turned off and stored away from the beginning of the school …
