Archive – Monticello Central School District

November 22, 2019

Academy of Finance students attend YEG Symposium

Article courtesy of AOF Junior, Breanah Bracy Fourteen students from Monticello High School’s Academy of Finance (AOF) attended the Youth Economic Group (YEG) Symposium at SUNY Sullivan County Community College in Loch Sheldrake on Wednesday, November 20, 2019.. The Monticello group consisted of freshman and sophomore students from Mrs. Scholieg and Ms. Andrejcisk’s entrepreneurship classes. Both …

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November 22, 2019

Board of Education workshop/meeting will be held Monday, Dec. 9

There will be a workshop/meeting of the Monticello Central School District Board of Education on Monday, Dec. 9, 2019 at 6 p.m. in the RJK Middle School Library.

November 22, 2019November 22, 2019

Cooke kindergarten students treat community helpers to a Thanksgiving meal

When you’re a first responder, there’s really no such thing as a guaranteed day off. Emergencies happen every day, even on holidays, and these brave men and women stand ready to sacrifice their own family time to serve others. Because of this, community helpers often are not home to enjoy a Thanksgiving dinner with their …

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November 22, 2019November 22, 2019

Overnight warming shelters and other resources to stay warm are available through the county

The Sullivan County government recently shared information about resources for people in need of assistance staying warm in the cold months, including overnight warming shelters and the Home Energy Assistance Programs. Please visit the Sullivan County website to learn more.

November 21, 2019November 22, 2019

The Superintendent Search Community Survey is now live; Board seeks community input and invites public to forum

Please read the short message below from our Monticello Board of Education President Lori Orestano-James before taking the survey. The Board believes it is critical to obtain community input about the desired characteristics of the next Superintendent as well as the challenges and opportunities that they will encounter. To that end, an online survey has …

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November 21, 2019

Panthers shine at state; look forward to next meet

Congratulations to the Section IX Class B Boys Team, who took home the 2019 New York State Public High School Athletic Association (NYSPHAA) Sectional Title during the state meet in Plattsburgh on Nov. 16. The team of 12 Section IX runners was comprised of athletes from the local area, including three Monticello Panthers: Steve Bello, …

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November 20, 2019

Dana Taylor named CCE’s 2019 Friend of Extension recipient

Monticello CSD’s Executive Director for Special, Summer and After-School Programs, Dana Taylor, received the 2019 School-Based Friend of Extension award from the Cornell Cooperative Extension Sullivan County (CCESC). The award highlights a Sullivan County school district or district staff member who partners with CCE Sullivan to involve young people in making changes in their schools to promote health, wellness …

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November 19, 2019

Officer Phil visits Emma C. Chase Elementary School

Emma C. Chase Elementary School students got a special visit from “Officer Phil,” a puppet who is on a mission to teach students about respect, safety and the negative effects of bullying. According to the Officer Phil website, the Officer Phil, Deputy Phil and Firefighter Phil safety programs were founded in 1975 and travel to …

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November 18, 2019

Cooke students perform “The Sisters Grinn” – a new take on some classic stories

You may have heard of the Brothers Grimm fairy tales, but unless you’re part of the George L. Cooke Elementary School community, chances are you’ve never heard of The Sisters Grinn: Hanselle Hood and Gretelle Locks. It’s an original play penned by Monticello alumna Noel Komatz that takes the characters from three of the most …

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November 18, 2019

Underclassmen photo retakes scheduled for Friday, Nov. 22

On Friday, Nov. 22 there will be Underclassmen retakes in the auditorium lobby during lunch periods. Order forms are in the main office and cafeteria. Please see Mrs. Ross in room 200 for more information.