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Tennis equipment donations enhance physical education throughout the district

Students throughout the district are getting some enhanced exposure to the sport of tennis, thanks to a generous contribution from the United States Tennis Association (USTA) Eastern. The organization donated tennis racquets and other equipment to all Monticello Central School District schools to help spark students’ interest in the sport, and the district’s physical education …

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Tyrese Shaw earns bronze medal at NYSPHSAA Championships

Congratulations to Panther Tyrese Shaw, whose relay team took the bronze medal at the New York State Public High School Athletic Association’s Indoor Track and Field Championships at Ocean Breeze Atheltic Complex on Staten Island, NY. 

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Winter athletes thank staff members with PROJECT:Gratitude

Each season that our senior varsity athletes participate in a sport, they are able to celebrate one staff member who helped them get where they are today. Students presented their staff member with a special “PROJECT: Gratitude” shirt to as a way to thank them for their support. Our student athletes were so excited to hand …

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Coach Chris Russo receives Board Award

Just prior to the Section IX quarterfinals varsity basketball game on Feb. 27, Board of Education President Tim Crumley and Superintendent of Schools Dr. Matt Evans presented Coach Chris Russo with a Board Award. Board Awards recognize individuals who make outstanding contributions to the Monticello community. In Mr. Russo’s case, the award celebrated his commitment …

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Track athletes shine at state qualifiers

MCSD athletes shone at the Section 9 state qualifiers held earlier this week at Armory Track.  Gabby Almonte, Tiara Harris, Chelsea Reynolds and Kalene Harris, broke their own school record in the 4×200 relay. The new record is now 1:49.22.  Gabby Almonte and Tyrese Shaw qualified for the NYSPHSAA Indoor Track and Field Championships, which …

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Monticello skiers have impressive day at Section IX championships

The Monticello alpine and nordic ski teams had an incredible day at the Section IX Alpine and Nordic Ski Championships, held on Wednesday, Feb. 14 Congratulations to the following champions:  Section IX Boys Team Championship – Monticello (Samuel Rein, Reese Kelly, Diego Ferrer, Owen Messenger, Andrew Weiner, Guiliano Franciso) Section IX Boys Alpine Individual Champion: …

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Spots available on trap team for spring season

Update from MHS Trap Team coach Jay Mendels:  Registration with the state league is presently underway for the spring season, and there are several spots open before we fill our roster.  This is a co-ed program, and prior experience is not required.  For students in grades 6-12, ages 12 and older (must remain academically eligible to participate).  …

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Fall athletes celebrate staff members with “PROJECT: Gratitude”

“We must find time to stop and thank the people who make a difference in our lives.” ― John F. Kennedy   PROJECT: Gratitude does just that! Each season that our senior varsity athletes participate in a sport, they are able to celebrate one staff member who helped them get where they are today. This …

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Cheer on our Panthers and help feed MCSD students!

Come cheer on our Panthers at any home game, and help feed students at risk for hunger! The Kenneth L. Rutherford Elementary School, George L. Cooke Elementary School and Emma C. Chase Elementary School backpack programs are seeking donations for their backpack program at all home games, or through our backpack program coordinators.    While all …

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