Monticello students dominate reading competitions; top readers invited to Sullivan County Youth Book Festival

The students of Monticello Central School District dominated Sullivan County BOCES’ annual Cross-County Reading Challenge — and the top readers at each school have been invited to attend this weekend’s Sullivan County Youth Book Festival, where they will receive a special recognition.  Across the district, our students collectively logged an impressive 6,727 books, demonstrating exceptional …

ENL students showcase research projects during publishing assembly

Fourth- and fifth-grade English as a New Language (ENL) students at Kenneth L. Rutherford Elementary School recently shared their research and presentation skills during a special ENL publishing assembly led by ENL teacher Tianny Almanzar. During the assembly, students presented research projects to their parents highlighting influential African Americans they studied as part of the …

Former ENL students inspire younger learners at KLR assembly

Students at Kenneth L. Rutherford Elementary School recently had the opportunity to hear firsthand from former English as a New Language (ENL) students who are now thriving academically at Robert J. Kaiser Middle School. During the school’s first ENL student assembly, organized by ENL teacher Tianny Almanzar, current and former ENL middle school students spoke …

KLR third graders “travel” to Alaska and learns about polar bears

As part of their “travels” across the United States, third-grade students in Ms. Stacie Snow’s third-grade class at the Kenneth L. Rutherford Elementary School recently took a virtual journey to Alaska with the help of Ms. Donna Masters, who shared stories, photographs and personal experiences connected to polar bears, sled dogs and wildlife. On their …

Performing arts department announces spring concert series

As we welcome back the warm weather of spring, students in the Monticello Performing Arts Department are feverishly preparing for the upcoming Spring Concerts! The students and faculty of The Performing Arts Department would like to cordially invite you to our upcoming events that showcase the hard work of our students throughout the year. This year’s …

KLR holds annual STREAM Fair

Kenneth L. Rutherford Elementary School held its annual STREAM Fair on Thursday, March 26. Families gathered at the school for a fun night of STREAM-themed activities designed to get students excited, engaged and eager to learn.  Aside from the activities, attendees also had the opportunity to see the many unique STREAM projects that students had …

Healthy Kids Extended Day Program still enrolling for 2025-26 school year

Healthy Kids Extended Day Program Still Enrolling for 2025-26 School Year  Families in the Monticello Central School District can still register for the Healthy Kids Before & After School Program for the 2025-26 school year. Operated by Healthy Kids Programs, this extended day program provides safe, engaging childcare before and after the school day for …

KLR fourth-grader leads classroom presentation on Lunar New Year

Last week, Kenneth L. Rutherford fourth-grade student, Andrew McKenna, proudly stepped to the front of the classroom with the confidence of a seasoned teacher, ready to share about the Lunar New Year. He explained how the holiday is celebrated as a time for family, fresh beginnings, and good fortune. Andrew described traditions like cleaning the …

Third graders “travel to Russia” with Mrs. Kharkover

Mrs. Snow’s third-grade class at the Kenneth L. Rutherford Elementary School recently took a journey across the world without ever leaving the classroom, thanks to a special visit from KLR art teacher, Mrs. Kharkover. Mrs. Kharkover, who grew up in Saint Petersburg in the former Soviet Union (USSR), shared her personal experiences of life under …

Kindergarten registration will take place in March – call for your appointment now!

Español Monticello Central School District 2026/27 Kindergarten Registration will take place on the following dates, and your child must accompany you to register: Chase students:  at the Emma Chase Elementary School on March 23 Cooke students:  at the George L. Cooke Elementary School on March 24 and 25  Please call (845) 794-7700, x 78905 to …