Civil Air Patrol visits MHS students

Students in Denise Steixner and Lisa Mathern’s Algebra I class at Monticello High School experienced a fun, hands-on science and math lesson courtesy of Captain Claire Sullivan and Captain Bill Mason of the Civil Air Patrol (CAP). The pair introduced the class to the Civil Air Patrol, explaining the history and purpose of the organization. …

Renovation underway at KLR garden

The Kenneth L. Rutherford garden is being totally rebuilt! For the past few months, fourth-grade teacher Mr. Lankau has been writing grant applications in hopes to fund a brand-new garden for the students at KLR. The funding was secured through several grant awards, including a grant from Whole Foods and the Sullivan 180 Healthier Generation …

Final election results certified at May 23 BOE meeting

The Monticello Central School District Board of Education held a special meeting on Tuesday, May 23 to canvass eight affidavit ballots and certify the election results from the May 16 school budget vote.  Proposition 1 (budget vote): Passed Yes: 855 No: 246 Board of Education member elections: Seat of Adrianna Mayson Greco: Rosemary Berson: 514 …

SJS students visit government center

The high school seniors at the St. John Street Community School had the opportunity to attend a Legislative Committee meeting at the Sullivan County Government Center to watch local officials in action. After the scheduled meeting, the students also had an impromptu question and answer session with County manager Josh Potosek and Chairmain Rob Doherty …

It’s Monday in Monticello – May 22

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 teacher Jeff Danzer and two students who attended National History Day — Geliana Fernandez and Preston Roosa. Plus, information about upcoming events. More information about budget vote results   

Baseball senior night

On Tuesday, May 16, Varsity baseball coaches Mike Cordisco and JD Herm celebrated their seniors prior to their game against Eldred. Irvin Oestrich, Arya Bhatt, Ayush Patel, Xavier Footman and Nicholas Mallia-Rosado were honored. We thank these young men for making us proud during their baseball careers and we wish them well in their future …

Unofficial election results; Board moves to hold special meeting on May 23 to canvass affidavit ballots

At its May 17 meeting, the Board of Education moved to hold a special meeting on Tuesday, May 23 for the purpose of canvassing eight affidavit ballots that will determine the winner of the third Board of Education seat, currently held by Helen Jersey. The Board also expects to certify the official results of the …

Boys Varsity Track and Field Team captures division championship

The Boys Varsity Track and Field Team once again captured the Division Championship over perennial rival Goshen on May 3.  This is boy’s 11th title in the past 13 years!   A big congratulations to all of the team members and the entire coaching staff; Coach Buddenhagen, Coach Seidl, Coach McAvaney, Coach VanPelt, and Coach Rosenbarker.  

Boys tennis team celebrates senior night

On Wednesday, May 10, Coach Dicerbo and Coach Molusky honored the seniors on the Monticello/Liberty combined Boys Tennis team. Pictured below is Coach Dicerbo presenting a carnation to Monticello senior Eddie Chen. Congratulation to Eddie and best of luck in his future endeavors.