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June 8, 2023

Meg Cruz, Irvin Oestrich selected as OCIAA Senior Scholar-Athletes

Congratulations to Meg Cruz and Irvin Oestrich who’ve been selected as Monticello High School’s Senior Scholar-Athletes for the Orange County Interscholastic Athletic Association (OCIAA). The award is given to high school seniors “who have distinguished themselves in the classroom and in the athletic arena.” They were honored on Thursday, June 1 at the annual OCIAA …

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June 7, 2023June 8, 2023

Air quality precautions in effect on June 8

The National Weather Service has also issued an air quality alert in the local area through 12 p.m. on Thursday, June 8. Due to the forecast for “poor” air quality, the Monticello Central School District will continue to implement the following precautions on Thursday, June 8, in accordance with best practices outlined by the New York …

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June 7, 2023

STEAM Night a success at George L. Cooke Elementary School

Thank you to all the students, staff and families who participated in the Cooke STEAM Night. Check out this video of the event, courtesy of Tech Integration Specialist Lisa Jamin:

June 7, 2023

ENL BBQ will be held Monday, June 12

The Monticello ENL program will hold its annual BBQ in partnership with EPIC on Monday, June 12 from 4:30 to 6:30 in the Robert J. Kaiser Middle School. For more information, or for the RSVP form, click here.

June 5, 2023June 12, 2023

It’s Monday in Monticello – June 5

It’s Monday in Monticello — time for Superintendent Dr. Matthew Evans’ weekly update to the Monticello community. In this episode, an interview with Allison Weinstein and Michael Feltman — two graduating seniors with the highest GPAs in their class. Listen to them reflect on their years at Monticello, and discuss their plans for the future. …

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June 1, 2023

Seniors: we need your photos for the Blue and White ceremony!

The Class of 2023 will present their Senior Slide Show at the Blue and White Ceremony on June 13. We need your photos! Any photos of our current seniors from elementary school, middle school or high school are needed. Send those birthday party pics from 5th grade with your classmates or the pictures you have …

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June 1, 2023

RJK’s student council visits capitol building

On May 8, Students from Robert J. Kaiser Middle School’s Student Council attended a day trip to New York State’s Capitol Building in Albany, where they got a tour of the historic landmark. There, they met with Assemblywoman Aileen Gunther for some photo opportunities and a brief Q&A session at the Plaza. The next stop …

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May 31, 2023June 1, 2023

Eduardo Salinas crowned Section 9 Class B Champion

Congratulations to Eduardo Salinas, who was crowned Section 9 Class B Champion in the 800-meter run on Saturday in Goshen! He clocked an outstanding time of 2:01.75 in a very impressive performance. Best wishes to Eddie as he continues his season at the State Qualifier in Monroe-Woodbury on Thursday!

May 30, 2023

Xavean Mitchell and Judah Brown inducted into 2023 class of MBK Fellows

The New York State Education Department (NYSED) named Monticello High School students Xavean Mitchell and Judah Brown as members of the sixth class of My Brother’s Keeper (MBK) Fellows. MBK Fellows are identified as leaders in their MBK Communities and as part of the distinction, receive mentor relationship opportunities in government, education and business. The …

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May 30, 2023May 30, 2023

Girls Golf Team finishes undefeated season with division championship

Congratulations to Coach Fitchett and the Girls Golf team who just finished off a perfect undefeated season at 10-0 and were crowned Division Champions last week!