Monticello dance students to take the stage in free spring performance on May 22

The Monticello Performing Arts Department invites families and community members to a special evening of talent and expression at the Spring Dance Performance on Thursday, May 22 at 6:30 p.m. in the Arnold Packer Hughs Auditorium at Monticello High School. The performance will showcase the work of 55 student dancers from grades 6 through 12, …

Monticello Athletic Department to Host 2024–25 Varsity Awards Ceremony on June 11

The Monticello Central School District Athletic Department will celebrate the achievements of its varsity student athletes at the 2024–2025 Varsity Award Ceremony. Date: Wednesday, June 11, 2025 Time: 5:30 p.m. Location: Arnold Packer Hughs Auditorium, Monticello High School This annual event honors students who have successfully completed and lettered in a varsity sport during the …

AOF students visit Schmidt’s Wholesale

On Friday, May 9, Monticello High School Academy of Finance (AOF) students visited Schmidt’s Wholesale for an engaging and education site visit. During the trip, students had the opportunity to tour the facility, learn about the company’s operations, and hear firsthand from Chris Schmidt about his entrepreneurial journey. Students also gained insight into a variety …

RJK and MHS vocalists shine at Music in the Parks  

Student musicians in the Robert J. Kaiser (RJK) Middle School 7/8 Mixed Chorus and the Monticello High School (MHS) Chamber Singers had the opportunity to perform their music at the annual “Music in the Parks” series in Manalapan, NJ. Each group performed for two distinguished adjudicators who judged their musicianship based on the National Core …

Monticello High School announces Class of 2025’s Valedictorian and Salutatorian

Monticello High School is proud to announce Lyndsey Kaplan as the Class of 2025 valedictorian and Joseph Campbell as the salutatorian. These two senior students have worked hard to earn this distinction, building a reputation for academic excellence, leadership and perseverance throughout their years in the Monticello Central School District.  Read on to learn more …

District likely to be closed May 23 and May 27 for “give back” days

With two remaining unused emergency days left in the academic calendar, Friday, May 23 and Tuesday, May 27 are likely to become “give back” days. Unless an emergency necessitates the use of these days in the next week, the district will be closed on Friday, May 23 and Tuesday, May 27. The district is already …

It’s Monday in Monticello – May 12 – Budget Overview

It’s Monday in Monticello – time for Superintendent Matt Evans’ weekly update to the Monticello community. In this episode, Dr. Evans gives an overview of our proposed 2025-26 school budget, Proposition 2: the creation of a capital reserve fund, and the Board of Education election. For more information about the budget, including voting locations, and …

MHS/RJK announce third marking period honor roll

The third marking period honor roll lists for Monticello High School and Robert J. Kaiser Middle School are now live. Congratulations to all the students whose hard work earned them a place on the list!  Read the MHS honor roll  Read the RJK honor roll

It’s Monday in Monticello – May 5 – Teachers Appreciation Week

It’s Monday in Monticello – time for Superintendent Evans’ weekly update to the Monticello community. In this episode, a host of upcoming events and shout outs to the many staff members who keep our district running and thriving.  Plus — students from throughout the district reflect on the importance of teachers during teacher appreciation …

It’s Monday in Monticello – April 28 – Interview with food service prep students

It’s Monday in Monticello — time for Superintendent Evans’ weekly update to the Monticello community. In this episode, an interview with some of Ms. Ross’s students at Monticello High School, who are learning valuable, transferrable skills each morning, while keeping our beautiful salad bar and grab n’ go stations well stocked. Also — upcoming events …