School Facility Project READ MORE >
Stop by the middle school makerspace this summer to work with Snap Circuits, Little Bits, Makey Makey, compete in challenges, and more. This is a free drop in program for school-age Sages. Wednesday, July 10 from 12:00PM-2:00PM Thursday, July 18 from 12:00PM-2:00PM Wednesday, July 31 from 12:00PM-2:00PM READ MORE >
Starting on July 8th, online registration will begin for this coming school year, 2019-2020. You will be able to register your child/children at your convenience. Payments can be made online or by bringing/mailing a check to schools. REMEMBER REGISTRATION IS NOT COMPLETE UNTIL THE FEES ARE PAID. All NEW students will need to register at their school on August... READ MORE >
Summer Open Library is happening NOW! All District 25 students are welcome to come to Monticello Middle School from 11:00AM to 2:00PM every Wednesday through July 31st to enjoy an air-conditioned reading and computing spot complete with comfy chairs and snacks. Books for all ages are available for check out and can be ordered from the IHLS system of over 500... READ MORE >
Save the dates! Sports Physicals at Kirby Medical Group - Wednesday, June 26 from 3 - 6 p.m. - Monday, July 1 from 3 - 6 p.m. - Saturday, August 10 from 12 - 2 p.m. The cost of the sports physicals are $25. Kirby Medical DONATES $20 back to the Monticello Sports Boosters for every Monticello physical during these dates! Please note: These sports physicals and... READ MORE >
The Monticello CUSD #25 Faculty and Staff has some fun at the end of year celebration - see you in 2019-2020! READ MORE >
Enjoy your retirement!! Bruce Manual, Matt Bennett, Jim Hanson, Teri Coleman, Colleen Hoffman, Betty Kolakowski, Leigh Anderson, Peg Finson READ MORE >
The Monticello CUSD #25 Faculty and Staff enjoys the end of year celebration - see you in 2019-2020! READ MORE >
A revised 2019-20 calendar and a new 2020-21 calendar have been approved. The calendars create a three month summer of 2020 in order to facilitate remodeling in areas that are unavailable during the school year. The 2020-21 calendar looks much different than historical calendars with a much later start date, less than two weeks at Christmas, and less... READ MORE >
The work will be performed in the MHS Auditorium and the Pit Gym at which time access to the asbestos removal areas will be restricted. Areas outside of the abatement work area can be safely occupied. Removal of asbestos containing materials will be done outside of school hours. The process will begin on May 6, 2019 and be completed by May 24, 2019. READ MORE >
The 2018-19 school calendar has been revised due to the use of two emergency days - the last day of school will now be Friday, May 31. READ MORE >
Sages Read 2019 is list of twenty reading challenges intended to get our community reading and discussing books together. No matter your age, we invite you to join in and make this challenge something that works for you. So whether you are a teacher doing a read aloud in a classroom, a book group meeting once a month, or an individual that wants to read more... READ MORE >
We wanted to make you aware of a Basketball Fundamentals Camp that has been developed by basketball players, coaches and parents of girls who have played basketball at Monticello. Sage Strive Basketball Camp A fundamentals camp that will provide an opportunity for the girls to really begin to work on specific... READ MORE >
Please save the following athletic dates for the 2019-20 school year. Middle School Athletics - MS Softball tryouts begin on Monday, July 29th, 2019 - MS Baseball tryouts begin on Monday, August 5th, 2019- MS B/G Golf begins on Monday, August 12th, 2019 (Individuals only). - MS B/G Cross Country begins on Tuesday, August 13th, 2019 MS Softball and MS Baseball... READ MORE >
A loving send-up of the early 1960s, small-town America, teenagers, and rock & roll, BYE BYE BIRDIE remains as fresh and vibrant as ever. Teen heartthrob Conrad Birdie has been drafted, so he chooses All-American girl Kim MacAfee for a very public farewell kiss. Featuring a tuneful high-energy score, plenty of great parts for teens, and a hilarious script, BIRDIE... READ MORE >
The following athletic events have been updated:The JV & V girls basketball game vs. IVC has been rescheduled to Friday, Feb. 1st in Moore Gym. The JV game will tip at 5:30 p.m. and V game will tip at 7:00 p.m. The JV & V boys basketball game vs. Meridian has been rescheduled to Saturday, Feb. 2nd at Meridian. The JV game will tip at 4:30 p.m. and V game... READ MORE >
Saturday, January 19th and Sunday, January 20th All events are CANCELLED and all district buildings will be CLOSED. This includes MS Boys Basketball Regional, Varsity Wrestling, MS Volleyball, Fr Boys Basketball, Girls JV Basketball, Girls V Basketball, Open Gym with Coach Chumbley, Boys JV Basketball, Boys V Basketball, Travel Baseball and Softball, Spring... READ MORE >
VARSITY ONLY FOR TONIGHT'S GAME ( JANUARY 18, 2019) IT WILL BEGIN AT 6:00 P.M. READ MORE >
Monticello CUSD #25 is accepting letters of interest to fill a vacant seat on the Board of Education. Due to her job, Kate Himes has been transferred out of the area. The appointment begins immediately and runs through the April 2021 election. Due to residency limitations on the Board, applicants living south of 1800N and west of Market Street (basically the west... READ MORE >
A revised 2019-20 calendar and a new 2020-21 calendar have been approved. The calendars create a three month summer of 2020 in order to facilitate remodeling in areas that are unavailable during the school year. The 2020-21 calendar looks much different than historical calendars with a much later start date, less than two weeks at Christmas, and less than one... READ MORE >
This year, students and teachers across Illinois will have an opportunity to participate in the seventh annual statewide Illinois 5Essentials Survey. This survey is designed to generate a detailed picture of the inner workings of your child’s school. As a parent, this opportunity will allow you to share your thoughts on the important elements of school... READ MORE >
Congrats to 25 MHS students recognized as Illinois State Scholars. These students rank in the top 10% of high school seniors in the State of Illinois! #bestisthestandard http://www.isac.org/students/before-college/college-career-planning/state-scholar/piatt-county.html#Monticello READ MORE >
MONTICELLO, IL (The News-Gazette) — Relive Monticello's historic Class 3A football state championship behind the scenes with the Sages. Source Videos: The News-Gazette ( 1 | 2 )Videographer/Producer: Anthony Zilis/The News-GazetteWatch on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jXJ_Y0Nvvzg READ MORE >
The Illinois State Board of Education (ISBE) today released the 2018 Illinois Report Card at www.illinoisreportcard.com. The state's new support and accountability system for all schools launches with the 2018 Illinois Report Card. As part of the new system, each school's Report Card includes a designation—a descriptor of how well the school... READ MORE >
Tickets for the Monticello Area Education Foundation's fundraiser "Black Jack and Black Tie-21 Years of MAEF" will go on sale on December 1st! Tickets will be sold through Eventbright. On Saturday, February 9th, 2019 from 7:00pm-11:00pm, the historic mansion of Robert Allerton will be transformed into an evening of food, drink, raffles, and auctions... READ MORE >
In December, students and teachers across Illinois will have an opportunity to participate in the seventh annual statewide Illinois 5Essentials Survey. This survey is designed to generate a detailed picture of the inner workings of your child’s school. As a parent, this opportunity will allow you to share your thoughts on the important elements of... READ MORE >
Tickets for the annual Madrigal Dinners, hosted by the Monticello High School Music Department, are up for reservation, now! Make the Madrigal Dinners part of your family holiday traditions! This is a family friendly show with beautiful singing, instrumentals, acting, and more! Dinners are December 7th and 8th, at 6:30pm, in the MHS... READ MORE >
We are accepting new Substitute employment applications. We are looking for applicants in all areas including teachers, teacher aides, custodians, and cooks. All substitute employees will need a background check, physical, TB test, and I-9 documentation, among other forms. Additionally, all teaching substitutes need a teaching certificate or a sub... READ MORE >
Monticello CUSD #25 introduced our new health benefit, HealthiestYou! With HealthiestYou employees can connect with a doctor who can diagnose, treat, and prescribe over the phone 24/7/365. Using HealthiestYou can SAVE YOU MONEY and no more time wasted in waiting rooms or trying to schedule an appointment. Healthcare just got a whole lot easier! Visit... READ MORE >
Our new website is now live. It’s up to date, sleek, and colorful. Be sure to download the mobile “Go Sages” app as well. Thanks to our tech department for all of your hard work! READ MORE >
Student Accident Insurance is available for purchase through http://markel.sevencorners.com/ or by calling 877-444-5014. If you are not able to access the information online, please contact your school office and they can print it for you. The information is available in English and Spanish. A variety of policy levels are offered that cover students during... READ MORE >
It's that time, once again, to start preparing for the upcoming school year. Below, you'll find a list of upcoming important dates and events. August 14 – Teacher’s Institute DayJuly 5 – Online registration opensJuly 23-24 – MMS Softball Tryouts, times TBAJuly 30-31 – MMS Baseball Tryouts, times TBAAugust 6 – MHS Football and MHS Golf begins, times TBAAugust 8... READ MORE >
The School Calendars for the 2018-19 and 2019-20 school years can be found here. 2018-19 - School Calendar (Highlights)2019-20 - School Calendar (Highlights) READ MORE >
Public Act 99-0922 requires that all schools with students in fifth grade and under built before January 1, 1987 test sources used for drinking water or used for food preparation. Below are the results of the initial testing and how we addressed the problem areas at Lincoln and Washington School (White Heath results were not an issue). Lead in piping was used in... READ MORE >
Public Act 98-669 and Public Act 98-801 were signed into law this summer and place enhanced requirements on school districts when dealing with bullying issues among students. Our district has addressed these issues annually and we will continue to be diligent in our efforts to eliminate bullying from our hallways, playgrounds, cafeterias, and classrooms. These... READ MORE >