Guidance Department

Planning with the guidance department

Students and families as you begin to think about course selection for the 25-26 school year make sure you are aligning your courses with your desired Career Pathway. Ask your counselor about elective courses that might increase your knowledge and or experience within your chosen Pathway.
Be mindful of programs, clubs and other offerings like Honors courses, AP courses and Co-Curricular courses that put you in the best possible position for scholarships, college admittance, and other advantages.
Currently students who take SUPA courses and maintain an 85 average as well as score an 85 or higher on their final assessment will receive acceptance to any Syracuse University program within the Humanities School with 50% off tuition prior to financial aid. 
To learn more about programs, courses, clubs and other offerings at Monticello High School see your School Counselor.
Ms. Killins, Director of Student Support Services

School Counselors/ Guidance Department General number 845-794-8840

The following guidance counselors are here to help students:

  • A-DIL: Deirdre Pezzullo, X10963

  • DIM-LA: Ashley Weintraub, X10961

  • LE-ROB: Joe Seidl, X10957

  • ROD-Z: Kalyn Ruscher, X10958

  • ELL (English Language Learners): Cathlene Cruz, X10959

School Psychologist

Mr. Daniel Jankowski, ext 10956

School Social Workers

Mrs. Annette Rasmussen, ext 10955

Mrs. Angela Padhiar, ext 10954

Guidance Secretary

Ms. Julie Yewchuk, ext 10951

Administrative Team

Principal Jennifer Gorr  ext 10910

Assistant Principal Ivory Coleman

*Assistant Principal Mrs. Michelle Knowlton, ext 10928

*Assistant Principal Ms. Samantha Lefberg, ext 10929