KLR, RJK, MHS currently in lock out out of an abundance of caution

Monticello High School, Robert J. Kaiser Middle School and Kenneth L. Rutherford Elementary School are currently on a lockout due to a criminal investigation. During a lock out, no visitors are permitted entry into the building, but classes and activities are carried out as normal inside the building. The lockout has been put in place …

Cooke holds ribbon cutting to celebrate the opening of the school’s Nature Path

The George L. Cooke Elementary School held a ribbon cutting ceremony on Oct. 10 to celebrate the official unveiling of the school’s Nature Path. A labor of love made possible under the leadership of Cooke teachers Cathy McFadden and April Rutledge, and through the generosity of a host of organizations, dedicated staff, families and local …

Winter sports registration is open

Registration for winter modified, JV and varsity athletics is now open. Any student interested in playing a sport in the winter must register using Family ID  Students must be registered and approved before they can participate.   

Statement regarding bus accident in Rock Hill; no injuries reported

This afternoon, one of our elementary school buses was rear ended by another motor vehicle in Rock Hill.  At the time of the accident, approximately 20 elementary students and a driver were on the bus. Initial reports indicate that there are no injuries to any students or staff members. Law enforcement, administrators and transportation staff …

Monticello Central School District holds successful eleventh-annual Hall of Distinction

On Friday, Oct. 18, the Monticello Central School District held its eleventh-annual Hall of Distinction ceremony in the Arnold Packer Hughs Auditorium at Monticello High School. Three individuals were inducted as the Class of 2024, in front of their families, MCSD staff, the MCSD Board of Education and the Hall of Distinction Committee. The inductees …

Wolf Lake Neighbors Foundation donates supplies for new “Care Closet” at KLR

Thanks to the generosity of the Wolf Lake Neighbors Foundation (WLNF), students at the Kenneth L. Rutherford Elementary School will have a safe place to go if they’re in need of soap, a clean pair of pants, a toothbrush, or a variety of other necessities.  When the WLNF reached out to KLR teacher Carolyn Rojas, …

MHS Key Club cleans up community with litter pluck

On Oct. 10 at 2:30 p.m., the Monticello Key Club organized a dedicated litter pluck along route 42, displaying their commitment to community service and environmental stewardship. The event brought together enthusiastic club members who volunteered their time to make a positive impact on the local landscape. Participants gathered at the designated starting point, equipped …

Behavioral Management Workshop a success, resources available

Message from Keith Petzinger:  We sincerely appreciate the attendance and active participation of the parents and caregivers who were able to attend the Behavior Management Workshop held on Oct. 9 at the George L. Cooke Elementary School! Please be sure to check the district website as we will be scheduling another offering in December. If …