MHS Guidance Team Phone: (845) 794-8840 Guidance Office Staff Ms. Yewchuck, Secretary – x10951 Ms. Tyrrell, Counselor (A–D, interim) – x10963 Mr. Jones, Counselor (E–L) – x10961 Ms. Terwilliger, Counselor (M–R) – x10959 Mrs. Ruscher, Counselor (S–V) – x10958 Mrs. Collazo, Counselor (W–Z + ELL) – x10957 MHS PPS Team Mr. Jankowski, Psychologist – x10956 …

Santa visits SJS, with a little help from MHS students

With a little help from Monticello High School students, Santa, Mrs. Claus and a slew of his helpers spread holiday joy to the preschool students at the St. John Street School. Organized by Monticello High School’s Food and Toy Drive Committee, Santa and his friends dropped by the school to read stories, play games, and …

Five MHS students perform at Area All State Music Festival

Five Monticello High School student musicians participated in the 2025 Zone 9 Area All State Music Festival on Nov. 21 and 22 at Cornwall High School. Students were accepted to these distinguished performing ensembles based on their exceptional NYSSMA Solo Festival performances last spring.  The students most notably enjoyed the opportunity to collaborate at a high level with other like-minded music students, and each said the experience …

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 …