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The awards ceremonies for the MTMS 8th Grade and the MTHS Senior Classes of 2024 were this week. Congratulations to the award recipients. Keep living out our school district motto, Excellence by Example! More at www.manchestertwp.org.
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The Manchester Township High School campus chapter of Habitat for Humanity was out and about in the community this week helping local residents! See what they've been up to at www.manchestertwp.org!
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Students Brought Down the House at the Regional Day School's 2nd Annual Music Showcase on Tuesday! It seems that the RDS prom was the perfect, impromptu dress rehearsal ahead of the spectacular RDS Music Showcase! Read all about it at www.manchestertwp.org!
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During this week’s faculty meeting, Interim Superintendent Pedroza joined the Ridgeway Elementary School staff in celebrating retirements. Read all about it at www.manchestertwp.org!
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Ridgeway Elementary School’s Universal Preschool Students from Ms. Nardone’s class took their art and literacy skills outside to the new asphalt yesterday! Check out what they were up to at www.manchestertwp.org
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Today was another special day at the Regional Day School! Thanks to generous monetary donations by the Palmer family and the MTEF, not one, not two, but THREE Picture Exchange Communication Systems (PECS) were installed at the RDS playground! See more at www.manchestertwp.org!
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This Wednesday is the annual Instrument Safari Night, a great opportunity for students going into 4-12th grade who are interested in playing an instrument to come try them out and explore joining the school band! Visit your child's virtual backpack for the details. See you there!
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The MTHS NHS in collaboration with the Manchester Township Branch of the Ocean County Library invites Manchester's students and their families to a Study Buddies Storytime! Students will read with our very own MTHS NHS students. Light refreshments will be served. See you there!
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There was singing, there was dancing, there were dazzling crowns, and a lot of fun had at the 2024 Regional Day School Prom! Read about it at www.manchestertwp.org.
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The 3rd Annual LGBTQIA+ Pride Celebration at MTHS is June 3! MTHS students & staff are encouraged to wear LGBTQIA+ Pride and Ally attire, visit the GSA booth, fundraise, participate in door decorating, and more. Visit the MTHS website at manchestertwp.org for events & details!
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Manchester Township School District’s Universal Preschool students are beginning to wind down from a successful school year with celebrations! More at www.manchestertwp.org.
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The Manchester Township School District Art Show is a favored event among our school community. Students and families gathered last evening for a night of enjoying and celebrating all things of art! More at www.ManchesterTwp.org
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Make-A-Wish NJ visited MTHS to share stories, their inspiring message, and the mission of Make-A-Wish NJ! The MTHS NHS continues to collect donations towards their goal in support of this charity through Tuesday. Use the QR code to donate & learn more at www.manchestertwp.org!
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This week MTMS hosted each of the elementary schools for Buddy Day! The MTMS Buddy Day is an opportunity for 5th graders to come to the middle school and begin to get a feel for the building, staff, and opportunities that await them in September! See more at www.manchestertwp.org
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Kindergarten students at MTES had a fun time showing their families today how fast they are “glowing up!” Read all about their literacy fun at www.ManchesterTwp.org!
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The MTHS NHS and Class of 2025 Hawks are selling 2024 Graduation signs to honor our upcoming grads! Only pre-paid preorders should be placed and orders cannot be accepted after June 3rd. Visit www.ManchesterTwp.org to order ASAP!
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MTES students were treated to a special anti-bullying assembly today thanks to the BMX bike professionals from Dialed Action Sports! The riders discussed the importance of respect, kindness, and teamwork through personal stories and examples. read more at www.manchestertwp.org!
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The Manchester Township High School (MTHS) Blood Drive Committee is holding its final blood drive of the year today! The building is buzzing as students and staff volunteer in support. Read all about it at www.manchestertwp.org!
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Please be advised that the upcoming Somone Special Dance has been cancelled. Ticket holders have been notified and refunded. We hope to see you all next year!
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The annual MTSD Art Show will be held this Thursday, May 30 from 5-7:30 PM at MTHS. Free family activities to accompany our student's art exhibit. Concessions will be sold in support of art scholarships for students. We can't wait to see you there!