When you’re a first responder, there’s really no such thing as a guaranteed day off. Emergencies happen every day, even on holidays, and these brave men and women stand ready to sacrifice their own family time to serve others. Because of this, community helpers often are not home to enjoy a Thanksgiving dinner with their …
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The Sullivan County government recently shared information about resources for people in need of assistance staying warm in the cold months, including overnight warming shelters and the Home Energy Assistance Programs. Please visit the Sullivan County website to learn more.
Monticello CSD’s Executive Director for Special, Summer and After-School Programs, Dana Taylor, received the 2019 School-Based Friend of Extension award from the Cornell Cooperative Extension Sullivan County (CCESC). The award highlights a Sullivan County school district or district staff member who partners with CCE Sullivan to involve young people in making changes in their schools to promote health, wellness …
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You may have heard of the Brothers Grimm fairy tales, but unless you’re part of the George L. Cooke Elementary School community, chances are you’ve never heard of The Sisters Grinn: Hanselle Hood and Gretelle Locks. It’s an original play penned by Monticello alumna Noel Komatz that takes the characters from three of the most …
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A message from Monticello Board of Education President, Lori Orestano-James One of the few explicit responsibilities of a school board is the hiring and evaluation of a superintendent. We take that responsibility very seriously. In early fall, the District issued a Request for Proposals (RFP), seeking responses from individuals or firms interested in assisting with …
The Dispute Resolution Center came to the George L. Cooke Elementary School to teach an anger management program called “ABCs of Getting Along” (A- Ask “What’s the problem,” apologize; B- Be kind, Be honest, Be fair; C- Calm down, cool off). The DRC employees went into the kindergarten through third grade classes, using interactive tools …
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Mrs. Prestianni’s third grade students at George L. Cooke Elementary School got a special treat on Oct. 22. Social Emotional Wellness Teacher, and Cooke Garden Coordinator Elisa Mendels visited their classroom to teach them about garlic and how it is planted. After that, the students all got to go into the garden and plant garlic …
Students at the George L. Cooke Elementary School had the opportunity to learn more about the many people and organizations that work together to keep the Monticello community safe and running during the school’s Touch-A-Truck Day on Wednesday, Oct. 30. Representatives from a host of local agencies brought themselves and their trucks to the school, …
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The Monticello My Brother’s Keeper (MBK) program has grown in leaps and bounds since its inception in 2017, and Rachel Blount is poised to continue to expand this integral program that has been the catalyst for a wave of positive impacts on youth of color in Monticello. Ms. Blount, who is the Assistant Principal of …
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Kudos to our October spotlights who exemplify this month’s Life-Ready skill of “Awareness.” These fine folks, submitted and described by their building/department leadership team, know that you can’t get to where you need to go, unless you know where you’re starting from. Read on to learn more! Emma C. Chase Elementary School – Tamara Coney …
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