On Nov. 14, 2024, local veterans came to visit the second graders at the George L. Cooke Elementary School to give presentations on their military experience and what it means to be a veteran. Louis Alvarez is a Sullivan County Legislature for District #6. He is retired from the Army and the Sheriff’s department. He …
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Students in Mrs. Liebman’s kindergarten class and Mrs. Kilcoin’s second-grade class at the George L. Cooke Elementary School read the book Balloons Over Broadway. After reading the book the students made their very own balloons so they could participate in their own version of Macys Thanksgiving Day Parade. Mrs. Liebman’s students stood in front of …
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‘Tis the season for giving thanks, so naturally, the students in Ms. Moore and Ms. VanderMeulen’s kindergarten class at the George L. Cooke Elementary School wanted to show their appreciation for some local heroes. The class held their annual “First Responders Thanksgiving Feast” and invited men and women from local first responder agencies for an …
On Wednesday, Nov. 13, the George L. Cooke Elementary School sponsored a lantern walk on their new nature path. There were about 130 people in attendance including members of the community. It was a beautiful night with the lanterns, luminarias and an almost full moon. The students and families made or brought lanterns, then met …
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Students at the Monticello Central School District will soon be able to receive mental health services during the school day, thanks to a partnership between the district and Astor Services. Astor Services is a community-based non-profit organization that provides children’s mental health services, child welfare services, and early childhood development services with locations in the …
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 …
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As part of fire prevention week, members of the Monticello Fire Department visited the George L. Cooke Elementary School and Kenneth L. Rutherford Elementary School to lead a presentation on the importance of fire safety. Aside from the old standby of “stop, drop and roll,” students also learned why it’s important for families to have …
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The students at the Cooke school were excited to see a large fish tank in the front entry way of the school. But much to their surprise, there weren’t any fish inside, instead it was filled with caterpillars. Not just any caterpillars — they were monarch caterpillars. Every morning the students were able to see …
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In an effort to provide a convenient avenue for community connections, Superintendent Evans has scheduled a series of virtual “Open Office Hours.” During these dates and times, Superintendent Evans will be available via Zoom to chat with community members about suggestions, concerns or feedback. No appointment is necessary, although attendees may have a brief wait …
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The MCSD Curriculum Department is pleased to invite you to an upcoming virtual workshop focused on effective reading strategies to support your child’s learning journey. This session will provide you with practical tips and techniques to improve your child’s reading skills at home. This event is intended for parents and guardians whose children are between …
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