The Monticello Central School District, in partnership with the Every Person Influences Children (EPIC) program, hosted its first-ever parents workshop in Arabic on April 25 at the Kenneth L. Rutherford Elementary School. Facilitators Omnia Elghaly and Rania Elsayed led a group of Arabic-speaking families in a discussion about effective communication, giving parents some tools and …
The staff and students of the St. John Street Community School threw an extra special celebration for Principal Jennifer Gorr’s first National Principal’s Day on May 1. When Ms. Gorr arrived at school, there was a delicious breakfast waiting for her, as well as a hand painted tree, with “leaves” made from the thumbprints of …
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Monticello High School students in the Career Readiness program have the opportunity to learn and practice important skill sets through their work at the school’s salad bar. The students have been working to help prep and display the salad bar since its inception in 2017, under the supervision of the food services department. The bar …
During the week of May 15 – 19, the district will host its inaugural district-wide spirit week. We’re asking students and staff (and every department) to participate and show off their Monti spirit. There will be giveaways and other surprises! Monday, May 15: Career Day – dress for the career you hope to have, or …
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Families came out to bust a move on Monday, May 1 at St. John Street Community Preschool’s first “Kids Movement Family Fun Night.” The event was hosted by EPIC, the Every Person Influences Children program and focused on the importance of integrating movement into the daily lives of kids. Children ages 2-6 had the opportunity …
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The Mid-Hudson School Study Council (MHSSC) announced Emma C. Chase Elementary School Instructional Coach and Literacy Specialist Ann Marie Kurthy, and Chase Principal William Frandino, as two recipients of this year’s MHSSC annual awards. Ms. Kurthy is a recipient of the Teaching Excellence Award and Mr. Frandino is a recipient of the Friend to the …
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The men and women who serve on boards of education volunteer their time for a meaningful task that requires a niche knowledge of the complexities of education in New York State. NYSBBA offers a wealth of leadership training opportunities to help board members build these important skill sets. The organization presents awards in recognition of …
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Three Monticello High School seniors earned a New York State Seal of Biliteracy, and four more underclassmen took a few steps closer on April 18. Students who earn this award have a seal affixed to their diploma, as well as a notation on the student’s high school transcript. To earn the seal, the students must …
New York was calling members of Monticello High School’s Chamber Choir and Music History course, who recently traveled to the Big Apple to attend the Metropolitan Opera’s season premiere of Puccinni’s “La Boheme.” Students planned the trip themselves, excited to hear and see one of the most classic and well-known operas under the bright lights …
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A reminder that Tuesday, May 9 is the last day to register to vote in the 2023-24 school budget election. There is a voter registration event today from 4-8 p.m. at all district polling locations. For more information about voter registration, please visit our budget webpage. Keep your eyes on your mailbox — the district’s budget newsletter will begin …
