comments from E_Markosek:

I had no idea the old elementary school is now gone, but I still have many fond memories of my days there. I was a classmate of Kaylene, and we were members of the last class to begin our educational journey in the old building down on the intersection where the park presently stands, then finish the year in the new building. Not too many people can say that.

I've been fortunate enough to have traveled many places throughout the world and have met thousands of great and inspirational people since my days under the Horsehead, but I have no memories that are fonder of my time there. I consider myself lucky to have lived in that little town, and lucky to have known many great people there. Monticello will forever hold a special place in my heart.