Performing Arts Department’s Winter Concert

The MCSD Performing Arts Department has been preparing for their annual Winter Concert virtually, as the pandemic has limited the amount of in-person contact with students that teachers can execute.  In place of the typical live winter concert the department has created a collage video to showcase the various programs around the district and bring …

All MCSD schools pivot to remote instruction Dec. 21 – 23

A message from Superintendent of Schools Dr. Matthew Evans:  Dear Monticello CSD Community Member, On Saturday, December 19, the district was notified that a staff member at Robert J. Kaiser Middle School tested positive for COVID-19, and that a transportation staff member was symptomatic and tested for COVID- 19. These cases are unrelated. The transportation …

The Monti Message, December 2020

A monthly recap from Superintendent of Schools Dr. Matthew Evans I.  Our Schools COVID-19 in Our Schools In-person hybrid instruction resumed on Monday, December 14, after a two-week building closure. The closure, which began November 30 and ended December 11, was implemented after a staff member tested positive for COVID-19. Contact tracing identified a significant …

SAT Exam rescheduled to Dec. 19

The SAT Exam originally scheduled for Dec. 5 has been rescheduled to Dec. 19 at Monticello High School. Students who registered to take the exam on Dec. 5 may now test on Dec. 19 at Monticello High School. Check in begins at 7:30 a.m. and the exam begins at 8 a.m. Bring photo ID, admission …

Final opportunity for senior pictures will be Jan. 11 and 12

The dates for the final round of senior pictures will be Jan. 11 and Jan. 12. Students must call 1-800-333-2560  to schedule an appointment. There is no obligation to buy a package. Seniors need to have their pictures taken to be in the yearbook. Don’t miss out! If there are any questions or concerns please …

MHS dance students work with Soul Inscribed

Students in Monticello’s dance program virtually joined students from throughout the county to watch a performance workshop from Soul Inscribed, December’s artist-in-residence at the Bethel Woods Center for the Arts on Tuesday, Dec. 15. On Wednesday, Dec. 16, Monticello High School dance students will participate in virtual dance workshops with the band as part of …

Meal delivery schedule changes during week of Dec. 14

In anticipation of the projected winter storm, the transportation department will deliver double meals on Tuesday, Dec. 15 and one single meal on Friday, Dec. 18. There will be no deliveries on Wednesday or Thursday, however, the modified schedule will still provide five days worth of meals for students.   Please note that after next week’s …

Updated school supplies for select classes will be distributed Tuesday, Dec. 15

There are a few teachers in need of distributing updated supplies for their classes. If your child has one of the classes listed below, the supplies will be available for pick up will be at the High School, by the gymnasium entrance on Tuesday, Dec. 15 from 3 – 5 p.m. If you are unsure, …

In-person instruction expected to resume Monday, Dec. 14; winter recess begins Thursday, Dec. 24

As of Thursday, Dec. 10, the district expects to resume in-person instruction beginning Monday, Dec. 14, following the existing hybrid learning schedule. Students in cohorts A and C should plan to return to the school buildings beginning on Monday, Dec. 14. Students in cohorts B and C should plan to return to the school buildings …