Join MCSD dance students for The Nutcracker on Wednesday, Dec. 17

The Monticello Performing Arts Department invites the community to the annual performance of The Nutcracker set for Wednesday, Dec. 17, from 6:30 to 7:30 p.m. in the Arnold P. Hughs Auditorium. Featuring the beloved music of Pyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky, this free, family-friendly production showcases the talent and hard work of our student dancers from Monticello …

MHS Toy Drive Committee calling for community support to keep its commitment to 30 local families in need

For many years, the Monticello High School’s Food and Toy Drive Committee has played an instrumental role in providing a brighter holiday season for countless local families. This year, the club urgently seeks your support in order to fulfil our promise to 30 local families who are counting on the drive for assistance.  Last month’s …

Winter Concert Schedule

The Monticello Performing Arts Department has been busy preparing for an exciting Winter Concert Season! The concerts include performances from the various concert bands, string orchestras, choral groups, small group ensembles, as well as our dance department.  These exciting performances will include:  MHS Winter Concert  Wednesday, December 3nd, 7:30pm, Arnold Packer Hughs Auditorium  Chase 4th Grade Elementary Chorus-Government …

Congratulations to the students who earned a place on this quarter’s Honor Roll

The first-quarter Honor Roll for the Robert J. Kaiser Middle School and Monticello High School is now available. Congratulations to all of the students whose hard work and dedication earned them a place on this quarter’s roll.  Read the rolls:  Robert J. Kaiser Middle School Honor Roll Monticello High School Honor Roll 

Monticello High School honors service and sacrifice at Veterans Day assembly

Monticello High School students, faculty, and staff came together on Friday, Nov. 7 for a meaningful Veterans Day assembly that honored the courage, commitment, and sacrifices of the men and women who have served in the United States Armed Forces. The ceremony began by recognizing the veterans within the Monticello Central School District staff. These …

Sophia Kania Wins Monti Idol 2025! 

Freshman vocalist Sophia Kania came out victorious in the 2025 Monti Idol singing competition! The contest, held this past Friday at Monticello High School, featured top vocalists singing several selections of their best works to an excitable audience and a panel of faculty judges. Sophia’s winning musical theatre inspired repertoire included the hit songs “Freak …

Auditions for MHS’s production of Cinderella will be held Dec. 18 and 19

Calling all Actors, Singers & Dancers! The Monticello Performing Arts Department is pleased to announce this year’s musical production of Rodgers and Hammerstein’s “Cinderella”. This timeless classic is sure to excite audiences of all ages, and you can be a part of the magic!     Casting auditions will be held on Dec. 18 and …

MHS Music Students Selected for Area All State/ All State Ensembles 

A huge congratulations to the 5 Monticello High School student musicians selected to participate in the 2025 Zone 9 Area All State Music Festival! Students were accepted to these distinguished performing ensembles based on their NYSSMA Solo Festival performances last spring.      This year’s MHS Area All State student musicians include:  Kenny Walz and …

Kenny Walz selected to participate in NYSSMA All-State String Orchestra

The Monticello High School Performing Arts Department is pleased to announce that bassist Kenny Walz was selected to participate in the NYSSMA All-State String Orchestra, which takes place during the annual Winter Conference in Rochester this December! This prestigious honor was due in part to his phenomenal performance at last year’s NYSSMA Solo Festival, where …