Panther Parade of Pride 2025 – It’s Monday in Monticello June 16

On this very special edition of It’s Monday in Monticello – watch the class of 2025 take a step back before they take their next steps forward. Highlights from today’s Panther Parade of Parade and Blue and White ceremony, plus information about upcoming events. View all photos from the Panther Parade of Pride and Blue …

Cooke students log 693 books, place third in county-wide reading challenge

The Sullivan BOCES Reading Challenge is complete for the 24-25 school year. We are beyond proud of the students and staff who stepped up to the challenge and are amazed at their dedication to this year-long event. George L. Cooke Elementary School placed third in their division. Not only did they beat their reading goal, …

Wolf Lake neighbors help make summer fun for KLR students

In a generous show of community spirit, Wolf Lake Neighbors has partnered with the Kenneth L. Rutherford Elementary School to provide essential summer items to local students, helping them stay safe, healthy, and engaged during the summer months. The donation includes books, sunscreen, insect repellent, water bottles, and deodorant—items that support both learning and well-being …

Parent Workshop: Summer Reading Strategies for Elementary Parents

Parents and caregivers of students in PreK through 5th grade are invited to a virtual workshop on June 25th from 5:00-6:00pm via ZOOM. This session will provide simple, effective strategies families can use over the summer to strengthen reading skills, foster a love of books, and help prevent the “summer slide”. Whether your child is just beginning …

It’s Monday in Monticello – June 9 – Interview with valedictorian and salutatorian

It’s Monday in Monticello – time for Superintendent Matt Evans’ weekly update to the Monticello community. In this episode, an interview with Monticello High School’s valedictorian and salutatorian, Lyndsey Kaplan and Joseph Campbell. Plus, good luck to all of our athletes who are competing at the regional/state levels, and Happy Fathers Day to all the …

Cooke Spartan Club will race June 7

Good luck to the incredible Cooke School Spartan Club as they take on the Spartan Race this Saturday, June 7, 2025 at Bethel Woods Center for the Arts in Bethel, NY! This inspiring group, founded this school year by second grade teacher Joana Dutcher and teaching assistant Billie Waterton, has shown amazing spirit, teamwork, and …