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It’s Monday in Monticello – April 28 – Interview with food service prep students

It’s Monday in Monticello — time for Superintendent Evans’ weekly update to the Monticello community. In this episode, an interview with some of Ms. Ross’s students at Monticello High School, who are learning valuable, transferrable skills each morning, while keeping our beautiful salad bar and grab n’ go stations well stocked. Also — upcoming events …

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MBK partners with Landfield Synagogue to commemorate Yom HaShoah

The Monticello My Brother’s Keeper program partnered with Landfield Avenue Synagogue, Lori Orestano-James, Secretary, Board of Directors and Yom HaShoah Committee Chair to observe Yom Ha’Shoah (also known as Holocaust Remembrance Day) and build bridges within our community. Students shared their reflections from their reenactment of a conversation of friendship and support for the civil …

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AOF seniors celebrate annual dinner

On Thursday, April 10, the Academy of Finance (AOF) went to SUNY Sullivan where the talented culinary team graciously hosted the AOF annual dinner celebration of our seniors. The food and atmosphere were exceptional, creating the perfect setting to honor our 2025 graduating AOF seniors. We are also fortunate to have guest speakers Anna Bittinger …

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Nine MHS students recognized as Students of Distinction

On April 10, 2025, in the high school library, nine students were recognized as Monticello High School Students of Distinction for the third quarter. The Monticello Student of Distinction Award was created to recognize and award students who demonstrate behavior and/or achievement above and beyond expectations.  These students were nominated by their teachers and were chosen among several nominees to receive this quarter’s award. …

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MCSD parents/caregivers: please complete an online survey to share feedback with the district

All Monticello CSD parents and caregivers have received an important email from surveys@sogolytics.com with the subject line “Your Voice Counts” last week at the email address on file with the district. A follow up email was sent on April 28, and another will be sent on May 1. The email contains a message from Superintendent …

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Cooke STEAM Committee hosts falconer presentation

On Wednesday, April 2, 2025, the George L. Cooke Elementary School STEAM Committee hosted a special assembly featuring local falconer Brian Bunce. The event introduced students to the ancient art of falconry and provided a unique, hands-on learning experience. Mr. Bunce brought two falcons and two owls for the presentation. Each bird was securely tethered to …

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District to hold community forums to discuss proposed cell phone/student device restrictions

In the interest of limiting distractions, promoting academic success, and improving students’ emotional wellness, the Monticello Central School District Board of Education is considering changes to its policy on student personal electronic devices, effective in the 2025-26 school year. Under these proposed changes, all students would be required to have their cell phones and/or other …

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