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Deputy Barrett teaches Cooke students about fire safety 

Students at the George L. Cooke Elementary School received an important lesson about fire safety from a familiar face – Deputy Michael Barrett. In addition to serving as Cooke’s School Resource Officer, Deputy Barrett also volunteers his time as an EMT, fire fighter and fire investigator. During his presentation to individual Cooke classrooms, he discussed the importance of community service …

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October Monti Message

COVID-19 Testing COVID-19 testing of Monticello CSD staff and contractors began on October 25, 2021.  All staff and contracted service providers must be tested weekly unless they provide proof of vaccination.  Vaccinated staff can still opt for testing. Once staff testing is established, we will begin to offer weekly COVID-19 testing to any interested student.  …

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Recording of Community Forum on Student Equity

The Monticello Central School District held a Community Forum on Student Equity on Oct. 26. A recording of the forum is available below: PowerPoint with links to resources:  Community Forum on Student Equity PowerPoint    

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KLR receives $3,000 grant from Whole Kids for garden

Congratulations to the Kenneth L. Rutherford Elementary School on being the recipients of a $3,000 grant from Whole Kids, a division of Whole Foods. According to the organization’s website, the Whole Kids mission is to inspire families to improve children’s nutrition and wellness. The organization believes that given the right opportunities, kids will get excited …

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BOE meeting will be held Thursday, Nov. 4 at MHS

There will be a regular meeting of the Monticello Central School District Board of Education on Thursday, November 4, 2021, at 6:30 p.m. in the High School Auditorium. There will be a proposed executive session at 6:30 p.m. to discuss “the medical, financial, credit or employment history of a particular person or corporation, or matters …

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It’s Monday in Monticello – Oct. 25

It’s Monday in Monticello — and that means it’s time for Superintendent of Schools Dr. Matthew Evans’ weekly address. Watch the video below for more information about this week’s upcoming events:  Related links:  Community Forum on Student Equity RJK Spirit Week MHS Open House Information   

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Cavan Leaney-Levenson and William Weiss appointed as student board members

At its Oct. 7 meeting, the Monticello Central School District Board of Education appointed Cavan Leaney-Levenson as student board member and William Weiss as alternate student board member for the 2021-22 school year. These young leaders will be responsible for updating the Board of Education on student matters, and advocating on behalf of the student …

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Spirit Week, Picture Day and Yearbook updates for RJK

Fall Spirit Week is October 25th -October 29th for RJK & SJS. Here are each day’s themes:  Monday: College Day Tuesday: Decades Day any before 2000 Wednesday: Wacky Hair Day Thursday: Fall Color Day -Red, Orange, Yellow, Brown (Warm color scheme) Friday: Hero/Character Day -Support your Team  Picture Day Picture Day is coming on November …

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Monticello CSD recognizes School Board members during School Board Recognition Week

The New York State School Boards Association recognizes October 18 – 22 as School Board Recognition Week. This is a time to promote awareness and understanding of the important work performed by school board members. Monticello Central School District is joining all public school districts across the state to celebrate School Board Recognition Week to …

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Town error leads to reduction of district revenue

Due to an error on the part of the Town of Mamakating, the Monticello Central School District is slated to receive $87.9K less in revenue than originally anticipated.    Municipalities assess the value of properties within their boundaries, and then apply tax rates based upon those values. School districts create tax warrants based upon this …

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