EPIC to host Spanish Workshop on “Fostering Emotional Growth” on Jan. 23

El programa Every Person Influences Children (EPIC) organizará un taller en español para familias de Monticello a través de Zoom el martes 23 de enero a las 5:45 p.m. vía Zoom. Las familias discutirán el tema de “Fomentar el crecimiento emocional”. El taller será presentado por Marta Mangual. El evento es gratis, pero se necesita …

Seven MHS students’ work selected for statewide MLK exhibition

Each year, the New York State Education Department honors Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.’s memory by inviting schools to submit original student artwork and essays that reflect Dr. King’s six principles and steps of nonviolence. We are pleased to announce that the New York State Education Department and New York State Office of General Services …

It’s Monday in Monticello – Jan. 8

It’s Monday in Monticello – time for Superintendent Matt Evans’ weekly update to the Monticello community. In this episode, a “Happy New Year” to all, gratitude for all the folks who helped during this weekend’s storm, National Law Enforcement Recognition Day, Matilda Jr. at the Robert J. Kaiser Middle School, and more upcoming events.

Join Superintendent Evans for Open Office Hours – new dates added!

In an effort to provide a convenient avenue for community connections, Superintendent Evans has scheduled a series of virtual “Open Office Hours.” During these dates and times, Superintendent Evans will be available via Zoom to chat with community members about suggestions, concerns or feedback. No appointment is necessary, although attendees may have a brief wait …

Free medication storage and destruction tools for families

Sullivan BOCES is partnering with Catholic Charities of Orange, Sullivan & Ulster (CCOSU) to provide medication storage and destruction tools to schools throughout Sullivan County and to the families we serve. CCOSU can provide: medication destruction packets medication trackers medication storage bags medication lock caps Why are these tools important? Decreases medication access to youth. …

Holiday joy and shopping for toys: MHS celebrates 2023 toy drive at annual assembly

It’s the most wonderful time of the year as Monticello High School and Sullivan County Head Start teamed up again for their annual toy drive. A tradition for over 40 years, the two organizations collaborate each year to purchase gifts for students enrolled in Sullivan County Head Start programs. Teachers at the local non-profit kicked …

BOE will meet Thursday, Jan. 4

There will be a regular meeting of the Monticello Central School District Board of Education on Thursday, January 4, 2024, at 6:30 p.m. in the RJK Middle School Library. There will be a proposed executive session at 6:30 p.m. to discuss “the medical, financial, credit or employment history of a particular person or corporation, or …

Local veterans visit Cooke Elementary to share their knowledge with students

Local veterans stepped into the shoes of teachers during the week of Nov. 6, 2023 when they visited George L. Cooke Elementary School to speak to students about the United States military. Second grade teacher Joanna Dutcher invited five veterans from the Monticello area to come into different classrooms throughout the week and teach students …

Charm Smith and Aga Chowdhury medal with a winning record at NYCFL annual holiday tournament in public forum debate

Congratulations to Monticello High School students Charm Smith and Aga Chowdhury for their excellent performance at the NYCFL annual December holiday tournament in public forum debate! Held on Saturday, Dec. 16 at Regis High School in New York City, Charm and Aga medaled with a winning record and earned a half qualification to the New …

SJS Preschool and EPIC bring holiday cheer to families at school’s first Holiday Event

Sugar, spice and everything holiday nice was on full display on Friday, Dec. 15 at the first St. John Street Community Preschool Holiday Event. In collaboration with the Every Person Influences Children (EPIC) program, SJS Preschool families gathered in the school gym where they enjoyed an evening full of festive activities and delicious treats, including …