Updated Regents/SUPA week schedule; no classes in session Jan. 24, 25

Due to the district’s closure on Tuesday, Jan. 23, the schedule for the Regents/SUPA exams this week has been revised. No classes will be in session on Wednesday and Thursday of this week, and the exams missed on Tuesday have been rescheduled to Thursday. Only students scheduled to take an exam on Thursday should report …

EPIC to host Spanish Workshop on “Fostering Emotional Growth” on Jan. 23

El programa Every Person Influences Children (EPIC) organizará un taller en español para familias de Monticello a través de Zoom el martes 23 de enero a las 5:45 p.m. vía Zoom. Las familias discutirán el tema de “Fomentar el crecimiento emocional”. El taller será presentado por Marta Mangual. El evento es gratis, pero se necesita …

Seven MHS students’ work selected for statewide MLK exhibition

Each year, the New York State Education Department honors Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.’s memory by inviting schools to submit original student artwork and essays that reflect Dr. King’s six principles and steps of nonviolence. We are pleased to announce that the New York State Education Department and New York State Office of General Services …

MHS recognizes Students of Distinction

Monticello High School celebrated some of its remarkable students during its quarterly Student of Distinction Award Ceremony. The Monticello High School Student of Distinction Award was created to recognize and award those students who have demonstrated behavior and/or achievement above and beyond expectations. Students are nominated by their teachers and are celebrated throughout the school …

Join Superintendent Evans for Open Office Hours – new dates added!

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 …

Holiday joy and shopping for toys: MHS celebrates 2023 toy drive at annual assembly

It’s the most wonderful time of the year as Monticello High School and Sullivan County Head Start teamed up again for their annual toy drive. A tradition for over 40 years, the two organizations collaborate each year to purchase gifts for students enrolled in Sullivan County Head Start programs. Teachers at the local non-profit kicked …

MHS students perform at SC Government Center

On Wednesday, Dec. 20, music students from Monticello High School treated the community to a holiday themed performance at the Sullivan County Government Center. Students performed a variety of repertoire, ranging from holiday classics, choral favorites, and rock inspired festive tunes. The groups were comprised of students from the High School Chorus, Orchestra, and Emerging …

Charm Smith and Aga Chowdhury medal with a winning record at NYCFL annual holiday tournament in public forum debate

Congratulations to Monticello High School students Charm Smith and Aga Chowdhury for their excellent performance at the NYCFL annual December holiday tournament in public forum debate! Held on Saturday, Dec. 16 at Regis High School in New York City, Charm and Aga medaled with a winning record and earned a half qualification to the New …

Board of Education appoints Tokinma Killins as the district’s new director of counseling, SEL and student services

The Monticello Central School District is thrilled to welcome Tokinma Killins as the district’s new director of counseling, social-emotional learning (SEL) and student services! The Board of Education officially appointed Ms. Killins to the position at the Nov. 2 meeting. “I’m excited about all the new learning opportunities and challenges that come with navigating new …

MHS government class learns important lessons from legislator visit

Sullivan County Legislator Elect District 9, Terry Bernardo, visited Lourdes Georges’ government class at Monticello High School. She discussed what the role of the legislature is, and heard the students’ perceptions of issues impacting Sullivan County, such as the conditions of the roads, homelessness, and lack of resources for families struggling with hunger. During the …