In New York State, public school districts are required by the New York State Education Department (NYSED) to provide a minimum of 180 days of instruction each school year. To meet this mandate, the Monticello Central School District carefully builds its annual calendar to include a designated bank of emergency (snow) days. These days serve as a cushion for weather-related closures and other …
Español Se ofrecerá un taller de EPIC en español sobre “Fomentando la Autoestima”. Martes, 24 de febrero, 2026 @ 5:45 pm en Zoom. Las familias aprenderán sobre lo que significa autoestima y van a explorar la importancia de desarrollar una autoestima saludable en nuestros hijos. Planificar algunas formas adicionales para estimular una autoestima saludable. Para …
On February 12, the sixth-grade Band and String Orchestra students at Robert J. Kaiser Middle School had the exciting opportunity to see the famed New York Philharmonic perform live at Lincoln Center in New York City! The interactive concert, titled “Music for America”, was held at the prestigious Avery Fischer Hall and featured a vast array of works across the American music spectrum. The experience also featured educational …
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Last week, Kenneth L. Rutherford fourth-grade student, Andrew McKenna, proudly stepped to the front of the classroom with the confidence of a seasoned teacher, ready to share about the Lunar New Year. He explained how the holiday is celebrated as a time for family, fresh beginnings, and good fortune. Andrew described traditions like cleaning the …
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Earlier today, the Monticello Central School District received the sad news of the unexpected passing of Monticello High School student Angelina Colon. Angelina was a quiet and caring 15-year-old student, and a great friend to her classmates. Monticello High School is arranging counseling services for any students or staff who might be affected by this loss. Additional counseling support from Sullivan …
It’s Monday in Monticello – time for Superintendent Matt Evans’ weekly update to the Monticello community. In this episode, a big “congratulations” and “good luck” to the Monticello athletes who will be competing in the state championships in their respective sports. Also – an important update about potential changes to the school schedule should we …
Earlier today, our high school administrators and school resource officers (SRO) investigated reports of social media posts that some interpreted to mean a possible threat of violence in our schools. According to our SROs, the posts are not credible threats of violence, and our schools are operating on their normal schedules. Administrators and law enforcement have identified and interviewed the source of the initial posts. We take all potential threats …
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A message from Mary Ellen Hurley: Dear Monticello Families: If you are attending the Harlem Wizards event on Saturday, February 14th, please note the following: 1. MHS doors open at 2pm, entrance is only through MHS lower lot- Route 42 side 2. Tickets are assigned seating based on ticket purchase/package purchase 3. All elementary children …
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Español: Se ofrecerá un taller de EPIC en español sobre “Desarrollando Respeto y Cariño en los Niños Pequeños”. Jueves, 19 de febrero, 2026 @ 5:45 pm en Zoom. Las familias aprenderán como entender las tendencias claves necesarias para el desarrollo positivo del carácter. Identificar lo que cariño y respeto significa para cada persona y explorar …
Petitions nominating candidates for the office of member of the Board of Education will be available March 9, 2026. To request a petition please call Ann-Marie Foss, School District Clerk, at 845-794-7700, ext. 70523. The names of the last incumbent of the four vacancies are: Wendy Galligan Weiner Roberto Bravo Colon Helen Jersey Heather Fassell …
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