MCSD’s unique dance program produces The Nutcracker

Monticello Central School District’s dance program performed their annual production of The Nutcracker on Tuesday, Dec. 17. Third-grade students from throughout the district traveled to the high school to watch a performance during the school day, followed by a public performance in the evening. The district is proud to offer a robust dance program to …

2024 Dick “Coach” O’Neill Jingle Ball Classic to be held Dec. 20 -21

The 2024 Dick “Coach” O’Neill Jingle Ball Classic will be held at Monticello HS on December 20-21. This will be our 12th Classic and the 8th time we have used the tournament format.  The games support our annual MHS Holiday Toy Drive.  We will have some of Santa’s elves on hand to collect donations – monetary …

MHS’s production of Puffs wraps up

The Monticello High School Drama Club, led by English teacher Kimberly Schneeberger, wrapped their production of Puffs, or Seven Increasingly Eventful Years at a Certain School of Magic this past weekend.  In lieu of the $5 admission, attendees were encouraged to bring an unwrapped gift to contribute to the Monticello High School Toy Drive. The drama club is …

Belle Zhou and Julia Wysokinska shine at All-State

A huge congratulations to Belle Zhou and Julia Wysokinska for their outstanding performances this past weekend in the NYSSMA All-State Ensembles in Rochester! Belle Zhou was selected as a violinist in the All State Symphony Orchestra, while Julia Wysokinska was selected as an Alto II in the All-State Mixed Chorus. The experience gave both performers …

AOF mentors grow strong partnerships with students

Monticello High School Academy of Finance’s (AOF) Board of Advisors Mentor Team had a busy day on Friday, Nov. 15, when they visited with AOF students. This group of business leaders volunteer their time to support the AOF, which provides its students with a host of financial education and business opportunities throughout the program’s four-year course of study. …

All visitors to MHS/RJK subject to metal detection screening, per new policy

As part of our ongoing commitment to school safety, the Monticello Central School District is implementing new security measures for visitors to the Monticello High School and Robert J. Kaiser Middle School. Beginning Dec. 1, all visitors and their belongings will be screened using walk-through and/or hand-held metal detectors by a MCSD security team member …

The 2024 Monticello High School Thanksgiving Food Drive is a Success

Press release courtesy of the MHS Food Drive Committee  Monticello High School has worked together to help 125 families in our community enjoy a delicious Thanksgiving meal. As we have for well over 30 years, students, faculty, and staff worked together to raise enough money to purchase these meals from our local Shop Rite. United …