Designed to combat the impact turmoil can have on the physical and mental well-being of individuals, Bethel Woods Center for the Arts invites guests of all ages to connect and practice self-care through their Art of Wellness program. From Creative Arts Therapy workshops and exercise activities on the historic site, to virtual creativity classes, there …
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There’s no doubt about it: 2020 was an unconventional year. However, despite it all, we still had plenty of happy moments thanks to our incredible staff, students and community. As the clock ticks down towards 2021, and we all hope for a better year ahead, let’s take a look back on 20 moments that made …
Monticello Central School District’s Every Person Influences Children (EPIC) program will host a series of virtual parent cafes, on the following topics: Self Care – Thursday, Jan. 7, 7 p.m. (Win a self care basket) Getting Organized – Thursday, Jan. 14, 7 p.m. (Win an organization-themed basket) Both workshops are free, but registration is required. …
The Toy Drive of 2020 looks very different for our MHS community than it has for its more than 30 years of existence. Here are a few words about it from Principal Stephen Wilder. Traditionally, we have had classroom competitions, a joyous holiday assembly with singing, dancing, and uplifting announcements, and Santa and his Elf …
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Monticello’s Every Person Influences Children (EPIC) program will hold a free, virtual wellness workshop on Thursday, Jan. 28 at 7 p.m. via Zoom led by Jane Sorensen of EPIC and Elisa Mendels, SEW Facilitator at the George L. Cooke Elementary School. The workshop will focus on: Mindfulness, breathing & calming exercises Stretches to relieve stress …
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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 …
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A message from the Monticello CSD transportation department: This week’s meal delivery schedule is as follows: Monday, Dec. 21: double meal delivery Tuesday, Dec. 22: single meal delivery The delivery on Dec. 22 will be the last meal delivery of 2020. Delivery will resume again on Jan. 4, 2021 after the winter break has ended. …
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 …
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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 …
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 …
