Congratulations to our December spotlights who exemplify the life-ready skill of “collaboration.” These fine folks, as submitted and described by their leadership teams, know that great things happen when we all work together! Cooke Cares Committee “Cooke Cares is a program at the Cooke Elementary School that was created to assist families in need of …
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Students in Mr. Scott Cooper’s health classes at Robert J. Kaiser Middle School are learning about advocacy and community enhancement. As part of the lesson, the students decorated paper bags with motivational messages that will be used by the Monticello Bagel Bakery to serve up some positivity and encouragement along with breakfast.
As temperatures begin to drop, more students in the Monticello Central School District will stay warm thanks to the generosity of the Monticello Walmart and the advocacy of Assemblywoman Aileen Gunther. Anthony Cibrasi of Walmart and Assemblywoman Gunther visited the Kenneth L. Rutherford Elementary School’s December Fun Friday to formally present the district with a …
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The holiday performance season is in full swing. Catch one of the many opportunities to see our students shine this winter. Dec. 5 Chase Winter Concert, Emma Chase School, 10 a.m. Dec. 10 RJK Winter Concert, Hughs Auditorium, 7 p.m. Dec. 11 MHS Chamber Musicians at the Sullivan County Government Center, 12 p.m. Dec. 13 MHS …
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When Monticello students return from Thanksgiving break, they’ll find themselves with much more to do after the school day ends. The St. John Street School Community Hub (SJSSCH), located at 22 St. John Street, will open its doors to students beginning the first week of December. Open from 1:30 – 7:30 p.m., the SJSSCH will …
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Kudos to our November spotlights who exemplify November’s Life-Ready skill of Goal-Getting. These fine folks, submitted and described by their building/department leadership team, are the experts when it comes to achieving their goals! Ann Kurthy, Emma C. Chase Elementary School “Congratulations to Mrs. Ann Kurthy for being chosen as our November spotlight. Mrs. Kurthy is …
On Monday, Nov. 25 more than 120 members of the Monticello community gathered for the My Brother’s Keeper (MBK) program’s annual Thanksgiving Dinner. Families, friends and businesses enjoyed a free Thanksgiving meal and a night of fun and friendship complete with giveaways, games and a turkey to bring home. The event was made possible by …
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The fall edition of the STREAM newsletter is live! Read the newsletter to learn how STREAM is enhancing student learning throughout the district.
The Sullivan County government recently shared information about resources for people in need of assistance staying warm in the cold months, including overnight warming shelters and the Home Energy Assistance Programs. Please visit the Sullivan County website to learn more.
Monticello CSD’s Executive Director for Special, Summer and After-School Programs, Dana Taylor, received the 2019 School-Based Friend of Extension award from the Cornell Cooperative Extension Sullivan County (CCESC). The award highlights a Sullivan County school district or district staff member who partners with CCE Sullivan to involve young people in making changes in their schools to promote health, wellness …
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