Stephen Lewis has helped keep buildings throughout Sullivan County safe and operational for years, and now he is bringing that expertise to the Monticello Central School District. Mr. Lewis, who was recently appointed as the district’s director of facilities, has worked as a property manager for a summer camp, a buildings and grounds maintenance supervisor …
While she may be a new face at Emma C. Chase Elementary School, Kim Gordon is no stranger to the Monticello team. The 11-year veteran of the District has taught high school mathematics, worked as a technology integration specialist and acted as the department instructional lead for the high school math department. In her most …
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If you’re a part of the Monticello High School community, Rachel Blount is excited to meet you. The new MHS assistant principal, who was appointed over the summer and just celebrated her first “back to school” day at Monticello, brings with her an extensive background in transforming culture and climate to foster student success. Whether …
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Letter to Parents for School Meal Programs Special Provision Options (Provision 2 Non-Base Year & Community Eligibility Provision) Dear Parent or Guardian: We are pleased to inform you that the Monticello Central School District will be implementing a meal certification option available to schools participating in the National School Lunch and School Breakfast Programs for …
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Here is a big Panther welcome to a very familiar face. Courtney Bonfante, who has been a part of the Monticello Central School District family for nearly three years on a part-time basis through Capital Region BOCES, is now leading the district’s Communications Department as a full-time district employee. “I am thrilled to officially be …
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New York State Commissioner of Education Mary Ellen Elia will speak to student leaders from Monticello Central School District’s My Brother’s Keeper Program (MBK) during the inaugural “MBK Fellows and Friends Retreat” to be held at the Honor’s Haven Resort in Ellenville, New York on Aug. 28 – 29. Commissioner Elia is expected to speak …
During his time at Monticello High School, Chris Palmer has gone to great lengths to build connections with students and staff. Whether it’s attending sporting events, buying a pizza to celebrate a student’s marked improvement or demonstrating how to tie a tie on a student’s first “business dress day”, Mr. Palmer is known for his …
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When the Panther’s fall season begins, there will be a new cat on the block – Kurt Buddenhagen has been appointed as Monticello Central School District’s Athletic Director. He brings a wealth of experience to the Monticello team, with more than two decades of experience in athletics and education, most recently as the athletic director …
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Pastor Linda Abraham is grateful for the blessings in her life, both big and small. Recently, she and the congregants at the Unity Mission Temple Church here in Monticello received a gift from a group of Monticello High School students that stunned them. “Our podium was in such bad shape,” said Abraham, whose church shares …
By Hannah Kaplan Academy of Finance student The Academy of Finance welcomed guest speaker Juliette McKerrell, vice president and commercial loan officer at Wayne Bank in Monticello, on Sept. 28. Ms. McKerrell spoke to the Sports Entertainment and Marketing class about the importance attire makes in the business world. She explained to the students that …
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