First “Sweetheart Dance” a success for EPIC & St. John Street Community Preschool

Everyone had a “sweet” time at St. John Street Community Preschool Center’s first Valentine Sweetheart Dance, hosted by EPIC, Every Person Influences Children on Friday, Feb. 17. Families were invited to dress in their best Valentine’s Day themed attire to enjoy a night full of music, dancing, food, and crafts. Dozens of SJS families braved …

12 MHS students honored with “Student of Distinction Awards” for second quarter

On Wednesday, Feb. 1, Monticello High School held its annual Student of Distinction ceremony to honor student achievements during the second marking period. These students were selected based on their hard work, determination, improvement, or positive contribution to the high school community. Each department votes on a student they believe fits the criteria of a …

EPIC to host Spanish Workshop on “Balancing Between Work and Family Life” on March 13

El programa Every Person Influences Children (EPIC) organizará un taller en español para las familias de Monticello a través de Zoom el lunes 13 de marzo a las 6:00 p.m. a través de Zoom. Las familias discutirán el tema de “Equilibrio entre el trabajo y la vida familiar”. El taller será presentado por Marta Mangual. …

EPIC will host “RULER” Workshop on March 14

The Every Person Influences Children (EPIC) program will be hosting an in-person RULER workshop for Monticello families on Tuesday, March 14 at 6 p.m. at Cooke Elementary School. Participants will gather for “Meta-Moment: Part 1” and learn tools and strategies on how to identify positive responses to strong, unpleasant feelings. Cooke Elementary SEW Facilitator Elisa …

MHS Academy of Finance students complete a busy and engaging first semester

Students in Monticello High School’s Academy of Finance (AOF) program recently completed an engaging and comprehensive first semester that featured an array of guest speakers from different employment backgrounds and job industries. Workers from the education, finance and business professions spoke to students about their careers and what they’ve accomplished. In addition, several AOF alumni …

An important message from Superintendent Evans

Earlier today, we received an unsubstantiated report that a student had shown a gun to other students on their way to school. Our staff immediately contacted the school resource officer, and began a joint investigation. We also enacted school security protocols as delineated in our school- and district emergency response plans. After working closely with …

Incoming MHS freshmen: watch the ninth grade orientation video

Eighth grade students from Robert J. Kaiser Middle School attended the MHS ninth grade orientation on Feb. 1. The video below is for students and families who missed the event, or those looking for additional information.  

EPIC to host Sweetheart Dance for St. John St. Community Preschool families on Feb. 17

The Every Person Influences Children (EPIC) program will host a Sweetheart Dance for St. John St. Community Preschool families on Friday, Feb. 17 from 5:30PM – 7:00PM. This event was rescheduled from Feb. 3. Participants will gather at St. John St. Community School and enjoy dancing, music, a photo booth, crafts, and milk and cookies. …

EPIC to host Spanish Workshop on “Children Need Families” on Feb. 6

El programa Every Person Influences Children (EPIC) organizará un taller en español para las familias de Monticello a través de Zoom el lunes 6 de febrero a las 6:00 p.m. Las familias discutirán el tema de “Los niños necesitan familias”. El taller será presentado por Marta Mangual. El evento es gratis, pero se necesita registrarse. …

MHS students win multiple awards at the 2022 Scholastic Art and Writing Competition

Creativity and artistic talent were on full display at the 2022 Scholastic Art and Writing Competition. Monticello High School students did exceptionally well, winning multiple awards and honorable mentions. Sophomore Nina Whidbee and junior Adelaide Dymond received Silver Key awards in the Drawing and Illustration category. Their works will be showcased at the Samuel Dorsky …