Dedication ceremony held for the new outdoor classroom at Emma C. Chase Elementary School

The Emma C. Chase Elementary School held a dedication ceremony for its new outdoor classroom, a project led by Eagle Scout David Cooper. David is a current senior at the Monticello High School, and an alum of the Chase school. He worked with his troop (troop 92) to design and construct the classroom – six …

MCSD celebrates its IT Professionals

It’s National IT Professionals Day and today we celebrate our technology team! From keeping our network secure, to distributing devices, to helping teachers incorporate new technology into the classroom, these men and women are quite literally the power behind all that we do here at the MCSD. Join us in thanking them for the countless …

Important message regarding state requirements from the school health office for the upcoming 22/23 school year

Within 14 days of the first day of school or day care, parents must: Show proof of their child’s up-to-date vaccinations, OR Provide a valid medical exemption from vaccination. In order to attend or remain in school or day care, children who are unvaccinated or overdue must receive at least the first dose of all …

Students — need help setting up your device? Watch these videos

*Note* The originally published iPad video contained an error. An updated version is below.  Need help setting up your iPad or laptop? Watch technology integration specialist Tim Mangiaracina demonstrate device set up in these two videos. If you have any questions, visit the technology resource page. 

Despite zero percent tax levy increase, some residents may see changes on their tax bills

Despite the district’s zero percent tax levy increase, some residents may still see an increase on their tax bills due to factors outside of the district’s control, including a decrease in STAR exemption, changes in equalization rates, and property assessment changes. Here’s why: Taxable assessed value increased in all towns, except Mamakating. This happens with …

Strategic plan charts a roadmap for the district

Monticello Central School District has a new roadmap to guide its path forward in realizing its ultimate vision of “building a world-class community of schools and becoming a district of choice.” Over the summer months, the Board of Education formally accepted the district’s strategic plan, authored by a diverse committee comprised of administrators, Board members, …