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Monticello students will perform at 28th annual Liberty Jazz Festival on Feb. 7

The Monticello Junior & Senior High Jazz Bands will be participating in the 28th Annual Liberty Jazz Festival on Saturday, February 7th, 2026, in the Liberty Middle School gymnasium (Snow date, Sunday, February 8th). The festival will feature High School and Middle School jazz ensembles from the Liberty, Monticello, Tri-Valley, Rockland, and Eldred school districts. The students will …

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Harlem Wizards tickets are now on sale! Alumni – we need you!

The Harlem Wizards are bringing their high-energy, trick-shot basketball show to Monticello this winter. Tickets are now on sale! Tickets are $10 to $40. Check out our Wiz Kid Experience! Click here to purchase tickets and packages When: 3 p.m., Saturday, Feb. 14 (doors open at 2 p.m.) Where: MHS Gymnasium, in the Pit  Tickets …

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MHS student Christopher Collado honored with Board Award for outstanding sportsmanship and kindness

Monticello High School student Christopher Collado was recognized with a Board Award during the Jan. 22 Monticello Board of Education meeting, in celebration of his outstanding sportsmanship and kindness. Christopher was nominated for this honor by Director of Physical Education, Health, Athletics and Wellness Ryan Jasper, after Mr. Jasper received an email after a football …

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13 MHS students selected to have their MLK artwork exhibited at state level

Each year, the New York State Education Department (NYSED) and the Office of General Services honor the legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. by inviting schools across the state to submit student artwork and essays inspired by his life and teachings. Submissions reflect Dr. King’s Six Principles and Steps of Nonviolence or celebrate his …

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MHS recent alumni return for valuable College and Career Talk

Members of the Class of 2024 and Class of 2025 returned to their alma mater on Jan. 8 to take part in Monticello High School’s inaugural College and Career Talk, organized and facilitated by the district’s Guidance Department. The alumni represented a wide range of post-secondary pathways, including community college, SUNY institutions, private colleges, transfer …

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It’s Monday in Monticello – Jan. 12 – MLK Youth Summit Recap

It’s Monday in Monticello – time for Superintendent Matt Evans’ weekly update to the Monticello community! In this episode, MBK Fellows Anthony Oritz and Tobias Brown, along with MHS students Seth Jackson, Alexis Boone and Celeste D’Andrea share their experiences at last week’s MLK Youth Summit at SUNY Sullivan. Also – important reminders about:  PLC …

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Kenny Walz shines at NYSSMA All-State

A huge congratulations to Kenny Walz for his outstanding performances in the NYSSMA All-State String Orchestra in Rochester! Kenny was selected to play double bass in the All State Orchestra and provided the opportunity to work with some of the top musicians in NY State throughout a weekend-long rehearsal which culminated in a final concert.  When asked about his experience, Kenny commented that he was so inspired by the high …

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MHS Guidance Team Phone: (845) 794-8840 Guidance Office Staff Ms. Yewchuck, Secretary – x10951 Ms. Tyrrell, Counselor (A–D, interim) – x10963 Mr. Jones, Counselor (E–L) – x10961 Ms. Terwilliger, Counselor (M–R) – x10959 Mrs. Ruscher, Counselor (S–V) – x10958 Mrs. Collazo, Counselor (W–Z + ELL) – x10957 MHS PPS Team Mr. Jankowski, Psychologist – x10956 …

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Santa visits SJS, with a little help from MHS students

With a little help from Monticello High School students, Santa, Mrs. Claus and a slew of his helpers spread holiday joy to the preschool students at the St. John Street School. Organized by Monticello High School’s Food and Toy Drive Committee, Santa and his friends dropped by the school to read stories, play games, and …

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