Monticello High School student Christopher Collado was recognized with a Board Award during the Jan. 22 Monticello Board of Education meeting, in celebration of his outstanding sportsmanship and kindness. Christopher was nominated for this honor by Director of Physical Education, Health, Athletics and Wellness Ryan Jasper, after Mr. Jasper received an email after a football …
Each year, the New York State Education Department (NYSED) and the Office of General Services honor the legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. by inviting schools across the state to submit student artwork and essays inspired by his life and teachings. Submissions reflect Dr. King’s Six Principles and Steps of Nonviolence or celebrate his …
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Mrs. Snow’s third-grade class at the Kenneth L. Rutherford Elementary School recently took a journey across the world without ever leaving the classroom, thanks to a special visit from KLR art teacher, Mrs. Kharkover. Mrs. Kharkover, who grew up in Saint Petersburg in the former Soviet Union (USSR), shared her personal experiences of life under …
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Pre-school registration Monticello families with three and four-year old children may now register for the St. John Street Community School Preschool program lottery. All registrations must be completed by April 15 in order to be entered in the lottery, and families will be notified of their status during the week of April 20. Your child …
Español Monticello Central School District 2026/27 Kindergarten Registration will take place on the following dates, and your child must accompany you to register: Chase students: at the Emma Chase Elementary School on March 23 Cooke students: at the George L. Cooke Elementary School on March 24 and 25 Please call (845) 794-7700, x 78905 to …
Members of the Class of 2024 and Class of 2025 returned to their alma mater on Jan. 8 to take part in Monticello High School’s inaugural College and Career Talk, organized and facilitated by the district’s Guidance Department. The alumni represented a wide range of post-secondary pathways, including community college, SUNY institutions, private colleges, transfer …
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It’s Monday in Monticello – time for Superintendent Matt Evans’ weekly update to the Monticello community! In this episode, MBK Fellows Anthony Oritz and Tobias Brown, along with MHS students Seth Jackson, Alexis Boone and Celeste D’Andrea share their experiences at last week’s MLK Youth Summit at SUNY Sullivan. Also – important reminders about: PLC …
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It’s Monday in Monticello – time for Superintendent Evans’ weekly update to the Monticello community. In this episode, an interview with our new PPS admin team— Executive Director of PPS, Alexis McKoy-Yakle and Supervisor of Special Education Hope Cohen. Plus information about our upcoming Board of Education meeting on Jan. 8, and a call for …
There will be a regular meeting of the Monticello Central School District Board of Education on Thursday, January 8, 2026, at 6:30 p.m. at the RJK Middle School. There will be an additional location via zoom at 10650 S. 15th St, Bellevue, NE 68123. There will be a proposed executive session at 6:30 p.m. to …
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A huge congratulations to Kenny Walz for his outstanding performances in the NYSSMA All-State String Orchestra in Rochester! Kenny was selected to play double bass in the All State Orchestra and provided the opportunity to work with some of the top musicians in NY State throughout a weekend-long rehearsal which culminated in a final concert. When asked about his experience, Kenny commented that he was so inspired by the high …
