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Former ENL students inspire younger learners at KLR assembly

Students at Kenneth L. Rutherford Elementary School recently had the opportunity to hear firsthand from former English as a New Language (ENL) students who are now thriving academically at Robert J. Kaiser Middle School. During the school’s first ENL student assembly, organized by ENL teacher Tianny Almanzar, current and former ENL middle school students spoke …

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Robert J. Kaiser Middle School students expand their palate — “a single bite” at a time

Students from Robert J. Kaiser Middle School recently enjoyed a unique farm-to-table learning experience through the Sullivan County-based “A Single Bite” program, giving seventh graders the opportunity to explore the benefits of locally grown foods in and out of the classroom. The program began with classroom lessons led by the staff from A Single Bite, …

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Performing arts department announces spring concert series

As we welcome back the warm weather of spring, students in the Monticello Performing Arts Department are feverishly preparing for the upcoming Spring Concerts! The students and faculty of The Performing Arts Department would like to cordially invite you to our upcoming events that showcase the hard work of our students throughout the year. This year’s …

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MHS and RJK students explore post-secondary possibilities at annual career fair

More than 40 local businesses, non-profit organizations, colleges, and government agencies joined Robert J. Kaiser Middle School and Monticello High School students for an afternoon of exploring post-graduation possibilities at MHS’s annual career fair.   Vendors ranged from colleges offering advanced degrees, to entrepreneurs who launched successful businesses without post-secondary education, to representatives from the U.S. Military, to civil service agencies and everything in between.   The RJK …

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RJK announces Outstanding Attendance list

Congratulations to the following Robert J. Kaiser Middle School students who earned recognition for their outstanding attendance during the second quarter! Grade 6: Cameron Anthony Alston Ashley Jemima Alvarenga Mejia Jasmin Nicole Arana Nina Alexandra Bastone Nathan Thomas Belgiovene Nickolas Brito Sanchez Danasia Tearra Brown Charly Yvonne Casamassima Siryi Lohany Chavarria Guerra Illiana Jaleah Clarkson …

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Sixth grade Band and String Orchestra students visit Lincoln Center

On February 12, the sixth-grade Band and String Orchestra students at Robert J. Kaiser Middle School had the exciting opportunity to see the famed New York Philharmonic perform live at Lincoln Center in New York City! The interactive concert, titled “Music for America”, was held at the prestigious Avery Fischer Hall and featured a vast array of works across the American music spectrum. The experience also featured educational …

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Girls modified volleyball team’s “Pink Out” raises $300 for Garnet Catskills

On Friday, Dec. 19, members of the Monticello girls modified volleyball team, along with their coaches officially presented Garnet Catskills’ Oncology Department with a check for $300.  The team raised the money through a “Pink Out” game earlier this year, where team members wore pink, accepted donations and held a bake sale to raise awareness …

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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 …

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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