Schools & Kids
Thursday, June 11, 2026 · Monticello
Liberty school board approves $72 million budget without raising taxes
The Liberty Central School District approved a $72 million budget that increases spending 5.14 percent without raising property taxes.
Monticello School District Wins 19th Consecutive Music Education Award
Monticello School District earns its 19th consecutive Best Communities for Music Education award from The NAMM Foundation.
Thursday, June 11, 2026
Twenty-two Monticello High graduates earn New York State Seal of Biliteracy
Twenty-two Monticello High graduates earned the New York State Seal of Biliteracy, signaling proficiency in English and at least one other language on their diplomas and transcripts.
Thursday, June 11, 2026
Cooke Elementary bids farewell to Firefighter Wayne VanderMeulen
Firefighter Wayne VanderMeulen retired Wednesday after two decades of service, including regular visits to Cooke Elementary where his wife teaches.
Thursday, June 11, 2026
Monticello High School student advances to state math competition
Evan Chen qualifies for state math competition, first MHS student to do so in 20 years.
Thursday, June 11, 2026
Report projects 1.25 million young people out of work or school by 2031
A major report predicts the number of young people aged 16 to 24 who are unemployed, not in school, and not in training will reach 1.25 million by 2031, marking a shift that analysts say will narrow economic prospects for a generation.
Thursday, June 11, 2026
Online Harassment Affects Majority of Teens Outside School
A recent study revealed that nearly two-thirds of adolescents who experience harassment do so online, independent of school-based bullying. This finding suggests a growing prevalence of cyberbullying extending beyond traditional schoolyard conflicts. The study highlights the need for focused strategies to address online aggression among teenagers.
Thursday, June 11, 2026
Discussions Underway for New Blue-Blood College Basketball Event in 2027
An eight-team college basketball event, potentially named the 'Diamond Cup,' is in preliminary discussions for 2027. Kentucky, North Carolina, Kansas, Michigan, and UConn are reportedly engaged in the planning stages. Event organizers aim to create a marquee tournament featuring prominent programs.
Thursday, June 11, 2026