KLR, MHS, RJK to remain in lockout until end of day; all after-school activities canceled at these schools

Due to an ongoing law enforcement investigation, Monticello High School, Robert J. Kaiser Middle School, and Kenneth L. Rutherford Elementary School will remain in a lockout through the end of the school day, and there will be no after-school activities today, October 28, at these three buildings.  After-school activities at the Emma C. Chase Elementary School and George L. Cooke …

SJS raises $450 for Ride 2 Survive Sullivan County

The St. John Street Preschool and PPS participated in Breast Cancer Awareness Day on Friday, October 25th.  The staff collected $450.00 for Ride 2 Survive Sullivan County, and employees participated in a bountiful breakfast.  Staff and students alike dressed in pink to commemorate the day. 

KLR, RJK, MHS currently in lock out out of an abundance of caution

Monticello High School, Robert J. Kaiser Middle School and Kenneth L. Rutherford Elementary School are currently on a lockout due to a criminal investigation. During a lock out, no visitors are permitted entry into the building, but classes and activities are carried out as normal inside the building. The lockout has been put in place …

Cooke holds ribbon cutting to celebrate the opening of the school’s Nature Path

The George L. Cooke Elementary School held a ribbon cutting ceremony on Oct. 10 to celebrate the official unveiling of the school’s Nature Path. A labor of love made possible under the leadership of Cooke teachers Cathy McFadden and April Rutledge, and through the generosity of a host of organizations, dedicated staff, families and local …

Winter sports registration is open

Registration for winter modified, JV and varsity athletics is now open. Any student interested in playing a sport in the winter must register using Family ID  Students must be registered and approved before they can participate.   

Statement regarding bus accident in Rock Hill; no injuries reported

This afternoon, one of our elementary school buses was rear ended by another motor vehicle in Rock Hill.  At the time of the accident, approximately 20 elementary students and a driver were on the bus. Initial reports indicate that there are no injuries to any students or staff members. Law enforcement, administrators and transportation staff …

Monticello Central School District holds successful eleventh-annual Hall of Distinction

On Friday, Oct. 18, the Monticello Central School District held its eleventh-annual Hall of Distinction ceremony in the Arnold Packer Hughs Auditorium at Monticello High School. Three individuals were inducted as the Class of 2024, in front of their families, MCSD staff, the MCSD Board of Education and the Hall of Distinction Committee. The inductees …