Hall of Distinction announces 2021 inductees; ceremony will take place in spring

The Monticello Hall of Distinction Committee has chosen six accomplished individuals to this year’s class for 2021. The inductees are: Todd Cellini – Class of 1997 Cindy Gilmour – Class of 1980 Warren “Buddy” Goldsmith – Class of 1959 Henry “Hank” Good – Class of 1972 Mark Meddaugh – Class of 1971 Seth Rausch – Class …

SCSBA recognizes outstanding MCSD community members

The Sullivan County School Boards Association officially presented several members of the Monticello Central School District with awards during the organization’s annual meeting and award dinner. The event was held on Oct. 27 at the Villa Roma resort.  Due to the COVID-19 pandemic, the organization was unable to hold its annual event in person last …

It’s Monday in Monticello – Nov. 1

It’s Monday in Monticello – and that means it’s time for Superintendent of Schools Dr. Matthew Evans’ weekly address. Watch below:  Related links:  https://www.monticelloschools.net/undrerclassmen-picture-day-will-be-oct-14-and-15/ BOE meeting will be held Thursday, Nov. 4 at MHS  

MCSD elementary schools celebrate Halloween

Our elementary school students had a spook-tacular time celebrating Halloween. Check out the links below to see some of the the boo-tiful costumes:   Cooke Halloween album Chase Halloween album  KLR Halloween album 

Deputy Barrett teaches Cooke students about fire safety 

Students at the George L. Cooke Elementary School received an important lesson about fire safety from a familiar face – Deputy Michael Barrett. In addition to serving as Cooke’s School Resource Officer, Deputy Barrett also volunteers his time as an EMT, fire fighter and fire investigator. During his presentation to individual Cooke classrooms, he discussed the importance of community service …

October Monti Message

COVID-19 Testing COVID-19 testing of Monticello CSD staff and contractors began on October 25, 2021.  All staff and contracted service providers must be tested weekly unless they provide proof of vaccination.  Vaccinated staff can still opt for testing. Once staff testing is established, we will begin to offer weekly COVID-19 testing to any interested student.  …

Recording of Community Forum on Student Equity

The Monticello Central School District held a Community Forum on Student Equity on Oct. 26. A recording of the forum is available below: PowerPoint with links to resources:  Community Forum on Student Equity PowerPoint    

KLR receives $3,000 grant from Whole Kids for garden

Congratulations to the Kenneth L. Rutherford Elementary School on being the recipients of a $3,000 grant from Whole Kids, a division of Whole Foods. According to the organization’s website, the Whole Kids mission is to inspire families to improve children’s nutrition and wellness. The organization believes that given the right opportunities, kids will get excited …

BOE meeting will be held Thursday, Nov. 4 at MHS

There will be a regular meeting of the Monticello Central School District Board of Education on Thursday, November 4, 2021, at 6:30 p.m. in the High School Auditorium. 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 matters …

It’s Monday in Monticello – Oct. 25

It’s Monday in Monticello — and that means it’s time for Superintendent of Schools Dr. Matthew Evans’ weekly address. Watch the video below for more information about this week’s upcoming events:  Related links:  Community Forum on Student Equity RJK Spirit Week MHS Open House Information