Chase students reimagine John Lennon’s “Real Love”

In early November, fourth and fifth-grade students at the Emma C. Chase Elementary School participated in an assembly facilitated by the John Lennon Real Love Project (JLRLP). According to the organization’s website, the JLRLP is a “visionary songwriting workshop in which participants compose their own songs and sing their truth.” During the workshop, students learned …

Chase students set out to trap the Gingerbread Man

The classic nursery rhyme says he’s uncatchable, but Emma C. Chase Elementary School students have been working hard to trap the Gingerbread man! All week long, Library Media Specialist Patti Andersen has been facilitating an activity for her students that combines holiday fun with STEAM skills. After reading The Library Gingerbread Man, Ms. Andersen challenges …

Fall STREAM newsletter is live!

The Monticello Central School District’s STREAM (Science, Technology, Reading, Engineering, Art, and Math) Committee would like to present their Fall newsletter. Within the newsletter, MCSD staff, students, and community members will find highlights of some amazing classrooms around the district and plenty of helpful resources! Read the newsletter.  

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 …

Monticello Central School District celebrates tenth annual Hall of Distinction

Four exceptional Monticello High School alumni were inducted into the district’s Hall of Distinction at a ceremony on Friday, Nov. 3 Four distinguished alumni were honored by Monticello Central School District at its tenth annual Hall of Distinction induction ceremony on Friday, Nov. 3. The ceremony was held at Monticello High School in the Arnold …

Chase students learn about fire safety from WFD

The Wurtsboro Fire Department helped students learn some life-saving lessons during Fire Prevention Week. On Oct. 20, firefighters visited the Emma C. Chase Elementary School, where they showed off their truck and hoses’ capabilities and led a presentation on kitchen safety. Students learned what to do if a fire starts in their kitchen and the …

MCSD recognizes its principals during National Principals Month

October is National Principals Month, and the Monticello Central School District is grateful to have a leadership team comprised of dedicated school professionals who are passionate about the education of our students. They work hard each day to solve problems, be there for students, and guide our staff. Please join us in celebrating our principals:  …

Need help feeding your family? A Single Bite can help

español Do You Need Support Feeding Your Family? Let us help! Family Meal Program A Single Bite is a nonprofit organization founded by Foster Supply Hospitality. Our Family Meal Program launched in Spring 2020 and we’ve since delivered more than 75,000 servings of food to families all across Sullivan County. We are offering this free …

PRASAD brings dental services to Monticello CSD

Español Students in the Monticello Central School District can receive dental services during the school day, thanks to PRASAD.  The mission of PRASAD CDHP is to improve the quality of life of children by providing oral care services and dental health education. Our program is a certified, New York State Department of Health Article 28 …

Families with children attending MCSD may be eligible for discounts on internet service; laptop

Families with children attending the Monticello Central School District may be eligible for a discount of up to $30 per month for internet service, as well as a $100 credit towards the purchase of a new laptop, tablet or computer through the Affordable Connectivity Program (ACP). To learn more, check eligibility, or enroll, visit the …