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Dear Regional Day School Parents/Guardians, Transportation Companies and Staff,
Please be advised that power at the Regional Day School was restored. We appreciate your patience during this time.
Thank you,
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The Winter Holiday Floral Craft Night
at Regional Day School last week was such a fun and festive community gathering! See manchestertwp.org for the details and be sure to visit your school's website calendar for more upcoming fun events!
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Each month, the Board of Education recognizes students from every school at their meeting. This month the Board of Education celebrated those students featured on the district website and their achievements with the community! Visit manchestertwp.org for details! Congrats!
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Mark your Calendars MTMS! January's S.T.E.M. Family Night is on January 11! Be sure to visit www.manchestertwp.org for the details. See you there!
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Good Morning Ridgeway Parents/Guardians,
The telecommunication issue that arose yesterday at Ridgway Elementary School has been resolved. If you have any questions or concerns about your student, please call the main office at 732-323-0800.
Thank you,
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The MTSD Gospel Choir Presents The 55th Annual Gospel Chorus Tribute to Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. on Friday, January 12, 6:30 PM at Manchester Township H.S. Mark your calendars and please visit manchestertwp.org for more details!
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There is a Board of Education meeting tonight, Wednesday December 13th, at the Manchester Township Middle School. The public portion begins at 6:30PM.
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On December 2nd the MTHS NJROTC Program hosted its annual Pearl Harbor Memorial JROTC Drill Meet at MTHS. Fourteen (14) schools from the NY/NJ/DE area attended this Drill Meet with over 600 of their Cadets for the competition! Visit manchestertwp.org for awards & more!
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We are in the 41st year of MTSD's Kevin’s Kids & it was a busy weekend finalizing a record number of gift wish list requests! Thanks to all who donated & volunteered to shop for gifts, sort gifts, wrap with love & prepare THEM for anonymous distribution. More @manchestertwp.org!
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Manchester's students lent their talents through magical holiday performances at yesterday's Christmas in the Pines! Thank you to all of the students and staff who gave their time to planning, volunteering and performing to help make it such a special community event!
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Happy Hanukkah!
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It is always a special time at Regional Day School when Tim McLoone and his Holiday Express visit for their annual live performance! Founded in 1993 by Tim McLoone, the Holiday Express's program provides an interactive musical extravaganza. See more at www.manchestertwp.org!
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TONIGHT is the WES Wildcat Learning Club: A Math Detectives event! Please visit your child's backpack and www.manchestertwp.org for more information and to RSVP today!
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There is a virtual Parent Academy & SEPAG meeting tonight, Wednesday, December 6th starting at 6pm. The Parent Academy will be "Applying for Modifications and Accommodations with College Boards," and at 6:30 will be "Difference Between a 504 and an IEP." You can join the virtual meeting here: https://bit.ly/47VYg1c
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MTHS recently participated in Challenge Day which focuses on peer support, connection, love, and belonging. As a result of such ongoing efforts by the Manchester Community, Manchester was awarded the 2023 Town of Excellence by Ocean County DART. Learn more at manchestertwp.org.
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MTSD's Kevin’s Kids initiative is in its 41st year of helping Manchester families in need have their gift list fulfilled during the holiday season. More information on how to help, where to drop gifts, gift cards, & wrapping paper by Friday, Dec. 8 at manchestertwp.org. Thanks!
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The holiday fun has begun as a special visitor was spotted making his rounds throughout the MTSD! Along with special guest Mrs. Claus, Santa has been helping light Christmas trees, spreading holiday cheer, & may be found enjoying a cup of cocoa with students this month!
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MTSD remains in proud partnership with our neighbors Joint Base McGuire-Dix-Lakehurst. It was an honor for MTMS students to be invited to perform for their Christmas Tree Lighting Ceremony. Students beautifully sang holiday songs for service members, employees, & families.
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Today Manchester was officially awarded as the 2023 Town of Excellence Award recipient by Ocean County DART. DART has shared that Manchester Township was chosen in large part due to our school community! See www.manchestertwp.org for more on this accomplishment. Congrats!
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MTSD’s Teachers & Educational Service Professionals (ESP) were surprised when Interim Superintendent Diane Pedroza & Administrators visited each building to congratulate the 2023-24 Teachers of the Year & ESPs of the Year! See who earned these recognitions at manchestertwp.org.