KLR/Cooke Cares and AOH make the season bright

The holiday season will be a bit brighter for some Monticello families, thanks to the Ancient Order of the Hibernians of Sullivan County (AOH) and the hard-working elves at the George L. Cooke and Kenneth L. Rutherford Elementary Schools. For many years, each school held its annual “Cooke Cares” and “KLR Cares” initiative that matched …

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 …

Michele Rosenstein’s joy comes from keeping our students healthy and safe

Nurses are the backbone of the healthcare system in our country. We have never been more aware or appreciative of our nurses than we are right now, in the midst of a global pandemic. Right here in Monticello, we have incredible nurses in each of our schools, taking care of our children, making sure they …

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 …

Family Support Line launches for MCSD families

EPIC has launched a family support line for parents to utilize while being home with their children during quarantine: 716-332-4111. Operating weekdays between 8:30 a.m. and 4:30 p.m., the support line is staffed by EPIC team members trained in parenting and social work. Parents are welcome to call in for help with stress management, establishing …

All district buildings closed; students will learn remotely Nov. 30-Dec. 11

haga clic aquí para español A message from Superintendent of Schools, Dr. Matthew Evans: November 27, 2020  Dear Monticello CSD Community and Staff, Yesterday, we received word that a staff member tested positive for COVID-19.  The individual was last at work on Wednesday, November 25, and became symptomatic that night.  We have reported this to …

Thank you, Elks!

The Monticello Elks No. 1544 donated coats, gloves, hats, scarves and other winter wear to the students of Kenneth L. Rutherford Elementary School. Please join us in thanking them for their generosity. 

After-school tech help is available

Tech help for parents, students, and teachers is now available Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, and Friday after school and can be booked through this bookings page. If you have a student or parent who is struggling with the tech tools we are using, please send them the link to sign up, or have them contact Anna Estep by email aestep@k12mcsd.net. 

Thank you, School-Related Professionals!

Tuesday, Nov. 17 is School-Related Professionals Recognition Day. Whether its keeping our buildings secure, keeping the main office running smoothly, providing one-on-one support in the classroom, or delivering lunches these hard workers influence every aspect of our students’ learning experiences and we are grateful for their contributions, especially during this challenging year.  See some photos …