New York State has announced a “SUN Bucks” summer benefit, which would provide $120 in EBT benefits to each eligible child. It is important to note that this program is only available for Monticello students whose family’s income is below the free/reduced lunch income guidelines. In the past, Monticello students had been eligible for similar …
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The end of the school year was full of imagination, creativity and fun for students at Emma Chase Elementary as the school held a series of events and activities before the summer break. First, students participated in the school’s STREAM Fair and produced innovative projects that captivated the attention of fellow classmates, staff and visitors. …
Emma C. Chase Elementary School held its annual Flag Day ceremony on July 14, with the help of some local veterans. Bill Pearson, commander of post 1266 of the American Legion, and Anthony Ferguson, Second Vice Commander of post 1266, led the students in the Pledge of Allegiance before briefly speaking about the importance of …
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The Every Person Influences Children (EPIC) program will be hosting a virtual workshop for Monticello families on Monday, June 10 at 6 p.m. via Zoom. Participants will gather for a Young Children’s EPIC Workshop and discuss the topic of “Listening and Responding to Children. EPIC Facilitator and St. John Street Community School social worker Eliza …
Students throughout the district are getting some enhanced exposure to the sport of tennis, thanks to a generous contribution from the United States Tennis Association (USTA) Eastern. The organization donated tennis racquets and other equipment to all Monticello Central School District schools to help spark students’ interest in the sport, and the district’s physical education …
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On May 29, fifth-grade students at the Emma C. Chase and Kenneth L. Rutherford Elementary Schools were treated to an exciting performance by the RJK Sixth-Grade Chorus under the direction of Mr. Timothy Buckley! The sixth-grade vocalists performed two pieces from their spring concert repertoire to an enthusiastic audience of students and teachers. Following the …
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Students at the Emma C. Chase Elementary School combined academic success with community engagement all month long! Students created STREAM (Science, Technology, Reading, Engineering, Art and Math) projects that embraced the complete meaning of the acronym. School Media Specialist Patti Andersen organized activities for the students to participate in, invited parents, and a STREAM night …
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On Wednesday, May 8, fourth-grade Monticello Central School District students traveled to Monticello High School to attend the “What Instrument Shall I Play” recruitment assembly. This annual assembly introduces the young students to the music ensemble opportunities available to them beginning in fifth grade. Each of the MHS performing groups provided a preview of their available …
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The Every Person Influences Children (EPIC) program will be hosting an online RULER workshop via Zoom for Monticello families on Tuesday, May 14 at 6 p.m. Participants will meet for “Meta-Moment: Part 2” and learn tools and strategies on how to identify positive responses to strong, unpleasant feelings. Cooke Elementary SEW Facilitator Elisa Mendels will …
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May 1 is National School Principal Day – The Monticello Central School District is lucky to have an extraordinary leadership team, comprised of dedicated professionals to guide our students, lead our staff, and solve problems. Their passion, commitment and knowledge is invaluable; thank you for all that you do! Please join us in celebrating our …
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