The Robert J. Kaiser Middle School has a new group of winners! These students, along with many other students, have been placing their earned “Monti Bucks” into a prize bucket for the past 10 weeks of school. “Monti Bucks” are earned by students when they exhibit good citizenship. At the conclusion of each marking period, …
Second-grade students at the George L. Cooke Elementary School held “cookie elections” in honor of Election Day. With the help of a read-aloud of the book I Voted by Mark Shulman, students learned about the voting process, and then put their knowledge into practice by choosing their favorite cookie at the ballot box. Chocolate chip …
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George L. Cooke Elementary School held its monthly spirit assembly for October on Halloween, which really put the “spirit” in “spirit assembly.” Congratulations to our October winners for being shining examples of kindness, leadership, and of course, school spirit! Hallway Heroes Award: Ms. Ruston Lunchroom Award: Ms. Hobby/Ms. O’Sullivan Special Area Award: Ms. VanBenSchoten/Ms. Belgiovene …
Earlier today, a staff member at Robert J. Kaiser Middle School was injured while attempting to break up a fight between two students. This injury was a result of contact the staff member made with a door fixture and not due to a “metal object” or any other instrument. The staff member was treated for …
It’s Monday in Monticello – time for Superintendent Matt Evans’ weekly update to the Monticello community. In this episode, an interview with Director of Security John Boyle. Plus, information about our upcoming Emergency Dismissal Drill and Board of Education meeting, an invitation to submit a letter of interest for a Board of Education vacancy, and …
The Robert J. Kaiser Middle School will host a Family Community Night on Nov. 13 from 5:30 to 7 p.m. in the RJK Cafeteria. Come out and see what our community has to offer! We will have representatives from many local agencies, including the RJK PTO (hosting the Scholastic Book Fair), Sullivan County Sheriff’s Department …
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It’s Monday in Monticello – time for Superintendent Matt Evans’ weekly update to the Monticello community. In this episode, some exciting updates about the progress of Panther Stadium, a congratulations to our new Monti Idol, special recognition for our principals, upcoming events and more!
The Kenneth L. Rutherford Elementary School held its Multi-Cultural Night on Thursday, Oct. 23. This annual event invites KLR families to celebrate the many different heritages, cultures and traditions that comprise the school community. The event kicked off with a community meal, followed by activities including dance lessons, trivia, crafts and games, before culminating with …
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Registration for winter modified, JV and varsity athletics is now open. Any student interested in playing a sport during the fall season must register using Arbiter Sports. JV and Varsity spring sports will begin on November 17 and Modified spring sports will begin on November 24. Students must be registered and approved on Arbiter Sports before …
Freshman vocalist Sophia Kania came out victorious in the 2025 Monti Idol singing competition! The contest, held this past Friday at Monticello High School, featured top vocalists singing several selections of their best works to an excitable audience and a panel of faculty judges. Sophia’s winning musical theatre inspired repertoire included the hit songs “Freak …
