First-grade students get hands-on lesson in chemical reactions

Miss Humbert and her first graders discussed the differences between different chemical reactions and what happens when milk reacts with detergent. They started by using the scientific method, and made predictions about what they thought would happen. Miss Humbert explained that milk is made up of minerals, proteins, and fats so when the dish soap …

Last call for senior pictures!

The final round of senior pictures will take place on Tuesday, Jan. 12 and Wednesday, Jan. 13, by appointment only, in the high school auditorium lobby. To make an appointment, please call Mary B. at 1-800-333-2560, ext. 61243.  Please email Mrs. Ross (ARoss@k12mcsd.net) with any questions.   

Donors choose to help KLR

A big “thank you” to all of the donors who helped Kenneth L. Rutherford Elementary School Fifth-Grade Teacher Yesenia Kreeger reach her fundraising goal to purchase a new Microsoft Surface Pro tablet to help enhance her virtual lessons. As instruction shifted to a remote model in the fall months, Ms. Kreeger ran into some challenges …

Section 9 sports has a new website and app

Need information about any Section 9 sports? Check out the new website, Section9sports.org It’s the brand new one-stop shop for schedules and other great features: Schedules Scrolling Scoreboard Featured Videos Links to streamed contests Leagues, Section and State Information Displayed Social media platforms and more Make sure to get the app for on-the-go access to …

Positively RJK recognizes students for the week of Jan. 4, 2021

“Positively RJK” recognizes students who have received a positive referral from their teacher in the previous week. Congratulations to the following students: Positive Records Week of 01/04/21 – 01/08/21 Victoria Ingrassia – Home & Careers 7th & 8th grade Hanna Bell Javon Faulk Nina Whidbee McKayla Campbell Joseph Campbell Morgan Hutchins Ivon Diaz Mayah Romero …

RJK Middle School will pivot to remote instruction Jan. 11-Jan. 15

Dear Monticello CSD Community Member, On January 9, the district was notified that a staff member at Robert J. Kaiser (RJK) Middle School tested positive for COVID-19. The staff member had been in RJK MS on January 7 and 8, and developed symptoms on the afternoon of January 8. We have tentatively identified 20 students …

Kindergarten Registration Week Postponed

Kindergarten Registration Week, originally scheduled to take place March 22-26 has been postponed to later in the school year. As in years past, registration will be by appointment only. However, this year, registration will take place at the school which the incoming kindergartener will attend. Children who will attend Emma C. Chase Elementary School will …

Bethel Woods at Home helps community tap into creativity

Designed to combat the impact turmoil can have on the physical and mental well-being of individuals, Bethel Woods Center for the Arts invites guests of all ages to connect and practice self-care through their Art of Wellness program. From Creative Arts Therapy workshops and exercise activities on the historic site, to virtual creativity classes, there …