Juniors and seniors invited to field trip to College Transfer Fair – Permission slips available in guidance office

Dear 11th and 12th Grade Students and Families, On November 6th, we will have the opportunity to go to SUNY Sullivan for a Transfer Fair. The following Colleges plan to be in attendance: PACE University, Excelsior University, Mount Saint Mary College, The New School, Hartwick College, Dominican University, Mercy University, CUN Y College of Staten …

It’s Monday in Monticello – Oct. 27

It’s Monday in Monticello – time for Superintendent Matt Evans’ weekly update to the Monticello community. In this episode, some exciting updates about the progress of Panther Stadium, a congratulations to our new Monti Idol, special recognition for our principals, upcoming events and more!

KLR families celebrate Multi-Cultural Night

The Kenneth L. Rutherford Elementary School held its Multi-Cultural Night on Thursday, Oct. 23. This annual event invites KLR families to celebrate the many different heritages, cultures and traditions that comprise the school community.   The event kicked off with a community meal, followed by activities including dance lessons, trivia, crafts and games, before culminating with …

Winter sports registration now open

Registration for winter modified, JV and varsity athletics is now open. Any student interested in playing a sport during the fall season must register using Arbiter Sports. JV and Varsity spring sports will begin on November 17 and Modified spring sports will begin on November 24.  Students must be registered and approved on Arbiter Sports before …

Sophia Kania Wins Monti Idol 2025! 

Freshman vocalist Sophia Kania came out victorious in the 2025 Monti Idol singing competition! The contest, held this past Friday at Monticello High School, featured top vocalists singing several selections of their best works to an excitable audience and a panel of faculty judges. Sophia’s winning musical theatre inspired repertoire included the hit songs “Freak …

Big Apple Crunch at Cooke

On Wednesday, Oct. 22, the George L. Cooke Elementary School took part in the state-wide “Big Apple Crunch.” The Big Apple Crunch is an initiative held each year by the FarmOn! Foundation that is designed to promote healthy eating among students, as well as highlight the bounty of New York state.  The entire school community, wearing red …

It’s Monday in Monticello – Oct. 20

It’s Monday in Monticello – time for Superintendent Matt Evans’ weekly update to the Monticello community! In this episode, an interview with our October staff spotlights — Robert J. Kaiser Middle School Special Education Teachers Dianna Fox and Brenda Rivera. Also – important updates and reminders for the week!

SJS UPK students reporting for literacy duty!

St. John Street’s UPK 4 students reporting for duty! On Thursday, Oct. 16, the SJS four-year olds received a crash course in phonetic awareness, vocabulary, rhyming, letter recognition and more, thanks to Duncan Kirkwood’s ABC Bootcamp. Duncan Kirkwood is a nationally-recognized resilience speaker, educator, and author who works to inspire students, educators, and communities to …

Auditions for MHS’s production of Cinderella will be held Dec. 18 and 19

Calling all Actors, Singers & Dancers! The Monticello Performing Arts Department is pleased to announce this year’s musical production of Rodgers and Hammerstein’s “Cinderella”. This timeless classic is sure to excite audiences of all ages, and you can be a part of the magic!     Casting auditions will be held on Dec. 18 and …