Celebrate the season at Winter Wonderland! Join us Dec 6, 8–10 a.m. at Ridgeway School for photos with Santa, bounce house fun, storytime, music, and more. Registration is required—scan the QR code on the event flyer to sign up!
Manchester's students and staff surpassed their goal in this year’s Helping Hands for Hunger initiative by preparing Thanksgiving meals for a record 145 families! Their generosity and teamwork highlight what makes our community exceptional. Visit manchestertwp.org for more!
The preschoolers in Ms. Kelly's class at MTES had a tree-mendous day at their Tree Celebration! They rotated through hands-on centers exploring stained glass leaves, apple turkeys, seed science, & playdough. Creativity, curiosity, & smiles filled the day with nature & learning!
MTHS students and staff are committed to serving our community. On Friday, they volunteered at the Pop the Trunk food distribution in Toms River, showing compassion and leadership in action. Learn more about their service at https://www.manchestertwp.org/o/mths/article/2564126
It is a MAGICAL DAY in Manchester! The MTHS Drama Club’s Disney-themed fundraising concert has been rescheduled for TONIGHT Nov 23. Dress as your favorite character, enjoy the show, and support our talented students. Details at https://www.manchestertwp.org/o/mths/article/2488891
Ridgeway Elementary celebrated literacy with "Fetch A Good Book" night, where families enjoyed read-aloud activities and met service dog reading buddies Emmett, Sully, and Cooper! Students adopted stuffed pets and enjoyed hands-on fun. Read more at www.manchestertwp.org
Yesterday, Ridgeway Elementary’s 4th and 5th graders transformed Ms. Hawkins’ room into a lively lab for their Mad Scientist Harvest Projects! Families visited each station as students presented their creative work in full scientist style. Read more at www.manchestertwp.org
A celebration filled every MTSD school today as we honored our 2025-26 Teachers and Educational Service Professionals of the Year! Balloons, flowers, and even parades helped surprise these outstanding staff members. Congratulations! See the full story at www.manchestertwp.org
Gifted and talented students in grades 4 and 5 from all three Manchester Township elementary schools took on the 100 foot Egg Drop Challenge at the Manchester Firehouse. Their creative designs were put to the test with help from local firefighters. Learn more at manchestertwp.org
The 2nd annual Turkey Bowl with The Arc, Ocean County Chapter brought fun and excitement to Manchester Township Schools today. Footballs flew, MTHS players coached, NHS students cheered and served, and our partnership brought the community together! More at www.manchestertwp.org
Join us for the Manchester STEM Fair on Dec. 4, 5:30-7:30 in the Middle School Gym. ALL MTSD students are invited to come out and explore MicroBits, BeeBots, Lego Spike Robots, coding, & more. Food & supplies provided. Registration required: https://forms.gle/QeJtdRf1ngN5zaD89
Whiting Preschool students explored trees this fall as part of their Creative Curriculum. They enjoyed nature walks, pumpkin patches, and a visit from a Cloverdale Parks Naturalist who shared local tree knowledge and hands-on learning with the classes.
This week we celebrate American Education Week and thank the students, staff, and families who make learning in Manchester so special. We appreciate our community’s support in helping strengthen our schools and ensuring every student can succeed.
Students are working hard to deck the halls for the holidays and they need your help! They are collecting decorations for a Candy Cane Lane theme. Gingerbread, snowflakes, ornaments, lights, candy canes and any holiday decor are appreciated. Drop off donations at MTHS by Dec 10.
The 2nd Annual MTMS Salute to Veterans Color Run brought our school community together for a fun and meaningful celebration to close out Veterans Day week. Thank you to everyone who joined us. Visit www.manchestertwp.org for photos and more information.
MTSD parents are invited to join us this Wednesday, November 19, for a free, virtual session on Digital Citizenship. Cyber Safety and Digital Hygiene. The panel of experts will be focusing on tips for raising responsible digital citizens. We can't wait to see you there!
Last call to make a difference! This week is your chance to help MTHS Helping Hands for Hunger provide Thanksgiving meals for Manchester families. Gift card donations are needed by Nov. 18. Learn how to give at https://www.manchestertwp.org/article/2483825
Parents & Guardians, Join us on Wednesday, November 19, from 7 pm to 8 pm, for Click Smart: A Parent Night for Raising Responsible Digital Citizens, a free, virtual session on Digital Citizenship, Cyber Safety, and Digital Hygiene. For more info and the live stream link, visit https://www.manchestertwp.org/article/2551263
The Manchester Branch of the Ocean County Library visited Ridgeway Elementary School’s youngest learners for a special reading hour. Librarians brought stories to life through games and activities that inspired a love of reading. More about this partnership at manchestertwp.org
Kevin’s Kids brings the Manchester community together to make the holidays brighter, one family at a time. This unique program fulfills specific wish lists for Manchester students in need. Join us at tonight's fundraiser! Also, learn how you can donate at www.manchestertwp.org
