We look forward to the insight and leadership LeAnne will provide as we work together to make Monticello Schools the best they can be. Go Billies!

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Huge congratulations to 8th-grade GT student Ralph Cuadras! This past Saturday, March 7, Ralph represented us at the State Spelling Bee, competing against 54 of the top spellers from across the county. We are incredibly proud to announce that Ralph placed 6th overall in the state! Way to go, Ralph!

Child Find: Because Every Child Matters ❗
Child Find is part of the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA), and it guides an important responsibility we take to heart: locating, identifying, and evaluating children who may need early intervention or special education services.

But for us, Child Find is more than a requirement, it’s personal. We truly believe in meeting children where they are. We care deeply about the students who may need a little more time, a slower pace, or learning presented in a completely different way. Every child learns differently, and every child deserves the support they need to thrive.

If you believe your child could benefit from special education services, we encourage you to reach out to Heather Cox, LEA Monticello School District at heather.cox@billies.org or 870-367-4000.

Our team would be honored to walk alongside your family and serve your child with care, understanding, and heart.

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Congratulations to our 2026-2027 MHS and MJB Cheer Teams!

Jr High District Gymnastics meet

MES parking reminder 💙

The Aquagoats competed at the 4A-1A State Meet Saturday in Benton, and we are so proud of how they represented our team! This meet also marked Landon Reid’s final high school swim, and what a way to finish! 🏅 Top 6 finishers earn a podium medal ⭐ 1st & 2nd earn All-State honors Landon Reid • 6th – 100 Breast • 6th – 200 IM Allie Hall ⭐ All-State • 🥈 2nd – 50 Free (All-State) • 🥉 3rd – 100 Free Annslee Roberts • 4th – 200 IM • 5th – 100 Breast Connor Pippin • 🥉 3rd – 100 Back • 5th – 50 Free William Brown • 12th – 200 Free So proud of these swimmers for their hard work, dedication, and heart all season long. The future is bright for the Aquagoats! 💙🏊‍♂️

Public announcement

The season comes to an end for both of our teams tonight in Nashville. What a great season it’s been — we are so proud of our basketball teams and all the hard work, heart, and memories they gave us this season.💙🏀

MHS QuizBowl wins First Place This past weekend, the MHS Quiz Bowl team competed at the 2026 January Jamboree Quiz Bowl Tournament hosted at Morrilton High School. The team competed in the "Large Schools" Division against 4A and 5A competition. The team from MHS won 1st place in the tournament by defeating Westside High School (Jonesboro, AR) in the final round. As an individual, freshman McKenley Bryant earned All-tournament honors by averaging the second most points of all competitors at the tournament. Pictured left to right (top row): Eli Coburn, 10th grade; Caleb Norris, 10th grade; Daniel Tolbert, 11th grade; (middle row): AJ Bentz, 10th grade; Andrew Vondran, 11th grade; McKenley Bryant, 9th grade; Gia Weier, 9th grade; (bottom row): Nora Rodriguez, 11th grade; Chloe Armbrust, 11th grade; Mary Richie Groves, 9th grade; Kameryn Rodriguez, 10th grade

MES Pre-k and kindergarten registration is open!

We pride ourselves on having the absolute best early childhood programs around. From our dedicated teachers to our engaging classrooms, we provide a safe, fun, and nurturing environment where your child will truly thrive.

🗓️ Important Deadline: June 1st
If you are looking into School Choice, please remember that the application deadline is June 1st.

💙💙 MES -- supportive community that feels like family.

Is your student ready for their best year yet? We wanted to share a friendly reminder that the School Choice window is officially open and the deadline is June 1, 2026.

If you’ve been looking for a community that feels like family, has high academic standards, and is a place where every child truly belongs, Monticello is the place to be! 💙

MMS Book Club

The MSD Educator of the year, Ms. Gina Paul, has dedicated nearly four decades to the art of teaching, with 37 years of total experience—17 of those right here at MSD. Thirty-seven years in the classroom is a monumental achievement–That’s nearly four decades of shaping the future, one student at a time—Gina Paul has proven that a classroom is more than just four walls; it is a place where potential takes flight. Her passion isn't just about teaching a curriculum; it's about growing students.

A graduate of Texas A&M Texarkana and a specialist in Early Childhood Education, Gina’s philosophy is simple yet profound: she builds a safe haven for her students. She knows that for a child to truly grow, they must feel safe enough to take risks and confident enough to share their voice.

Gina believes that for a student to reach his/her fullest potential, the classroom must be more than just a place to study – it must create a secure environment where students feel safe to question and to grow. She encourages students to step out of their comfort zones to build credibility in their own abilities. When you enter Ms. Paul’s classroom, you will hear students sharing ideas and formulating thoughts as they collaborate, where every voice is valued, and learning becomes a shared, active experience.

Beyond the classroom, Gina is a vital part of the Monticello community. Her commitment to service is evident as she shares her musical talents by playing the piano at Monticello Baptist Church. She is widely respected by parents and colleagues alike, though her greatest fans remain the students whose lives she has transformed into well-rounded, responsible individuals.

UAMS  professional students through “reach delta” visited with seniors from MHS and DC at Monticello High school. To build awareness of the different career pathways in the pre med programs!

Preschool registration starts March 2nd 💙

MHS Juniors to take ACT