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Monticello CSD residents approve budget; elect four to Board of Education

Voters of the Monticello Central School District approved the district’s budget for the 2026-27 school year, and elected four members to the Board of Education on May 19, 2026.   The official results, as certified at the May 20 Board of Education meeting, are below:  Proposition 1: Annual School Budget 583 yes, 427 no  Board of Education election (asterisk indicates elected candidate):   Seat 1: …

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It’s Monday in Monticello – May 18 – Memorial Day.

It’s Monday in Monticello – time for Superintendent Matt Evans’ weekly update to the Monticello community. In this episode, reminders about tomorrow’s budget vote, and upcoming events. Plus, a reminder to take some time this Memorial Day weekend to reflect upon the sacrifices made by many brave American soldiers. 

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What happens during a PLC Day?

Wednesday, May 13 is the last Professional Learning Community (PLC) Half Day of the 2025-26 school year. Wondering what actually happens during a PLC Day? Watch the video below to find out!   View this post on Instagram A post shared by Monticello Central School District (@withmontipride)

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It’s Monday in Monticello – May 11 – Budget edition

It’s Monday in Monticello – time for Superintendent Matt Evans’ weekly update to the Monticello community. In this episode, a comprehensive look into the proposed 2025-26 budget, the Board of Education election and information about voting on May 19. Plus, reminders about upcoming events, including the MTA’s “Meet the Candidates” Night on May 13, and …

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Cooke’s spirit assembly honors team players!

At its monthly spirit assembly, the George L. Cooke Elementary School recognized students who had gone above and beyond in demonstrating the April character trait of “teamwork.” Students selected for the award were chosen for consistently following the rules, listening, helping others, showing patience, using kind words and working together with their classmates. Kindergarten Teamwork …

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S’mores, stories and smiles at Cooke’s Literacy Night

Students and families gathered at the George L. Cooke Elementary School on May 6 for a fun-filled Literacy Night that brought reading to life through a camping theme and hands-on activities. Families kicked off the night making (and of course, eating) s’mores around campfires in the school’s outdoor learning center.  Indoors, the library was transformed …

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Robert J. Kaiser Middle School students expand their palate — “a single bite” at a time

Students from Robert J. Kaiser Middle School recently enjoyed a unique farm-to-table learning experience through the Sullivan County-based “A Single Bite” program, giving seventh graders the opportunity to explore the benefits of locally grown foods in and out of the classroom. The program began with classroom lessons led by the staff from A Single Bite, …

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Emma C. Chase Elementary School celebrates neurodiversity

Students and staff at Emma C. Chase Elementary School spent the week celebrating neurodiversity during Autism Awareness Week, through themed spirit days, daily activities and lessons focused on kindness, inclusion and understanding.  Throughout the week, members of Karen Crofoot’s class shared poems each day during morning announcements, helping spread messages of acceptance and awareness across the building. Each day …

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Recognition Continues for Monticello Students Who Helped Prevent Bus Tragedy

Monticello High School students Gavin Shupe and Emma Stanton continue to be recognized for their extraordinary actions during a recent school bus emergency. Last month, the pair assisted a bus driver experiencing a medical emergency while traveling on Route 17. Working quickly under pressure, the students helped safely guide the bus to a stop on …

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MHS students participate in Law Day at Sullivan County Courthouse

Students from Monticello High School recently participated in Law Day at the Sullivan County Courthouse, where they took part in a mock trial experience alongside students from across the region. Acting as jurors, students listened to testimony, reviewed evidence, and worked through the process of deliberation to reach a verdict. The experience gave students a …

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