Shane Bittinger qualifies for for Eastern Championships after success at state

Monticello High School skiier Shane Bittinger had some impressive successes at the New York State championships, placing fifth in the Slalom and fourth in the Giant Slalom, and earning him a spot in the High School Eastern Championships, which will be held at Cannon Mountain in Franconia, NH March 6-8. Join us in wishing him …

Three qualify for NYS Indoor Championships

At last Friday’s State Qualifier Meet at West Point, three Monticello Panthers qualified to move on to the NYS Indoor Championships next week. Congrats to Taina DeJesus who set a new school record in 55 Hurdles with a 8.63. Another congrats to Evan Waterton and Steve Bello, who both ran 4:30 in the 1600.

Today’s Students, Tomorrow’s Teachers prepares students to be effective teachers and leaders

Any parent can tell you that there are no instruction manuals when it comes to children. Each child is born with a unique set of personalities, skills, strengths and challenges. The average parent will raise 2-3 children. The average teacher in New York state has 26.2 students in a classroom. The most effective teachers are …

February’s Spotlights are responsible for success!

Kudos to our February spotlights who exemplify February’s Life-Ready skill of Responsibility. These fine folks, submitted and described by their building/department leadership team, don’t just hope great things will happen — they take full responsibility to ensure they do.  Sue Poli, Emma C. Chase Elementary School  “Congratulations to Mrs. Sue Poli from the Emma C. …

Students of Distinction honored at MHS

Monticello High School recently held its  Student of Distinction ceremony. These students are nominated by the respective departments for their outstanding characteristics and contributions. Roxanne Dastparvardeh – ELA Colleen Barbato – Science Layla Mack – Technology Performing Arts– Kevon Dumornay Katelynn Boothe – Key Club Candice Lozada – Social Studies Kaitlin Miller – Visual Art …

School budget, board of education election May 19; last day to register is May 12

The annual School District Budget Vote and Board of Education Elections will be held from 8 a.m. to 8 p.m. on Tuesday, May 19, 2020 for the residents of the Monticello Central School District. In order to vote, you must be registered. Registration is now open and the last day to register for the May …

Board of Education nominating petitions available March 2

Petitions nominating candidates for the office of member of the Board of Education will be available on Monday, March 2, 2020. The petitions can be picked up, by appointment, at the office of the district clerk, located at Central Office, 60 Jefferson Street, Suite 3, Monticello. Please call District Clerk Janet Montes at 845-794-7700, ext. …