The George L. Cooke Elementary School held a “Guitar Exhibition” on Friday, Nov. 17. Students from Monticello High School visited the school to teach the second-grade students about the history of the guitar, and also the differences between instruments in the guitar family (electric and acoustic guitar; baritone, soprano and concert ukulele; banjo, mandolin and …
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Dear George L. Cooke Elementary School families and caregivers, State law requires school districts to sample all water outlets currently or potentially used for drinking or cooking purposes in buildings that may be occupied by students and to submit those samples to a state-approved lab for analysis. Testing last took place in September 2023 and …
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The George L. Cooke Elementary School’s spirit was on full display during the spirit assembly, held on Halloween. Here are this month’s winners: Mrs. Ruston’s class won the Hallway Heroes. This award is for the class that walks the best in the hallways. Miss Langro’s kindergarten’s class won the SEW award. This award recognizes the …
As part of fire prevention week, members of the Monticello Fire Department visited the George L. Cooke Elementary School to lead a presentation on the importance of fire safety. Aside from the old standby of “stop, drop and roll,” students also learned why it’s important for families to have an emergency meeting place, when …
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October is National Principals Month, and the Monticello Central School District is grateful to have a leadership team comprised of dedicated school professionals who are passionate about the education of our students. They work hard each day to solve problems, be there for students, and guide our staff. Please join us in celebrating our principals: …
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español Do You Need Support Feeding Your Family? Let us help! Family Meal Program A Single Bite is a nonprofit organization founded by Foster Supply Hospitality. Our Family Meal Program launched in Spring 2020 and we’ve since delivered more than 75,000 servings of food to families all across Sullivan County. We are offering this free …
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Español Students in the Monticello Central School District can receive dental services during the school day, thanks to PRASAD. The mission of PRASAD CDHP is to improve the quality of life of children by providing oral care services and dental health education. Our program is a certified, New York State Department of Health Article 28 …
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Families with children attending the Monticello Central School District may be eligible for a discount of up to $30 per month for internet service, as well as a $100 credit towards the purchase of a new laptop, tablet or computer through the Affordable Connectivity Program (ACP). To learn more, check eligibility, or enroll, visit the …
The George L. Cooke Elementary School will hold a Kindergarten Kick-Off on Tuesday, Sept. 5 from 1:15 to 2:15 p.m. Here is the schedule: 1:15 p.m. photo opportunities 1:30 p.m. – meet your child’s teacher and visit the classroom 2 p.m. – “A Day in the Life of a Kindergartner” (in cafeteria) The Cooke PTO …
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The Monticello Kiwanis Club recently delivered books to 11 second-grade classes at the George L. Cooke Elementary School. During the school year, the students were introduced to reading books with chapters so they were very excited when they were advised that the Kiwanis Club was presenting each one of them with a “chapter” book for …
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