MHS recent alumni return for valuable College and Career Talk

Members of the Class of 2024 and Class of 2025 returned to their alma mater on Jan. 8 to take part in Monticello High School’s inaugural College and Career Talk, organized and facilitated by the district’s Guidance Department. The alumni represented a wide range of post-secondary pathways, including community college, SUNY institutions, private colleges, transfer …

Update on chlorine in water at MHS

UPDATE: 2:46 p.m.:  After further investigation, and in discussion with Department of Health Officials, the district has confirmed that the elevated chlorine levels are only impacting water sources at Monticello High School. We continue to work with the DOH and village to rectify the issue.  Effectively immediately, students and staff at Robert J. Kaiser Middle School …

It’s Monday in Monticello – Jan. 12 – MLK Youth Summit Recap

It’s Monday in Monticello – time for Superintendent Matt Evans’ weekly update to the Monticello community! In this episode, MBK Fellows Anthony Oritz and Tobias Brown, along with MHS students Seth Jackson, Alexis Boone and Celeste D’Andrea share their experiences at last week’s MBK Youth Summit at SUNY Sullivan. Also – important reminders about:  PLC …

Important information about Regents week at MHS

January Regents exams will take place January 20–23.    The high school building will be closed to students on Tuesday, Jan. 20 and Wednesday, Jan. 21, unless a student is scheduled to take a January Regents exam, a midterm or a final. The building will be open for regular classes, as well as scheduled Regents on Thursday, Jan. 22 and …

Kenny Walz shines at NYSSMA All-State

A huge congratulations to Kenny Walz for his outstanding performances in the NYSSMA All-State String Orchestra in Rochester! Kenny was selected to play double bass in the All State Orchestra and provided the opportunity to work with some of the top musicians in NY State throughout a weekend-long rehearsal which culminated in a final concert.  When asked about his experience, Kenny commented that he was so inspired by the high …

It’s Monday in Monticello – Dec. 22 – Holiday performance

It’s Monday in Monticello – time for Superintendent Evans’ weekly update to the Monticello community. In this episode, a special performance from the Kenneth L. Rutherford Elementary School chorus, under the direction of music teacher Kevin Hyppolite. Plus, reminders about our upcoming break, and best wishes for a happy holiday season.

MHS Guidance Team Phone: (845) 794-8840 Guidance Office Staff Ms. Yewchuck, Secretary – x10951 Ms. Tyrrell, Counselor (A–D, interim) – x10963 Mr. Jones, Counselor (E–L) – x10961 Ms. Terwilliger, Counselor (M–R) – x10959 Mrs. Ruscher, Counselor (S–V) – x10958 Mrs. Collazo, Counselor (W–Z + ELL) – x10957 MHS PPS Team Mr. Jankowski, Psychologist – x10956 …