
Students across the Manchester Township School District are celebrating the holidays in fun and educational ways together this week as we lead up to winter break 2024. Visit www.manchestertwp.org to see some of what they have been up to!





Each month the Board of Education recognizes students from every school at their meeting. Last night the Board of Education celebrated those students, and their achievements, as featured today at www.manchestertwp.org. Congrats to the December Students of the Month!

This is a reminder that all of Manchester's schools will follow the EARLY DISMISSAL schedule on Friday, Dec. 20. Schools are CLOSED Monday, Dec. 21 through Wednesday, Jan 1 for Winter Recess. We look forward to welcoming students back to class on Thursday, Jan. 2. Happy holidays!


There is a Board of Education meeting tonight, Wednesday, December 18th at the Manchester Township Middle School. The public portion begins at 6:30 PM.


MTSD families are invited to join us for The Clean & Renewable Energy Science Fair on January 16! Another fun evening of science is scheduled, this time featuring the MTMS Engineering Team! Food and activities are sponsored by the MTEA. Register at https://bit.ly/MTSDEnergyFair


Register at www.manchestertwp.org for the OCASA Connected Wellness Symposium on January 29 at 5 PM. The evening will feature speaker, Jonathan Barresi highlighting the book The Anxious Generation, followed by Screenagers. Mental health and wellness resources will be available


Join us this Wednesday, December 18, from 5 to 9 PM at the Chipotle on Hooper Avenue in Toms River to support the MTHS Class of 2025! 25% of the event sales are donated back. Please present this flyer or order ahead using CODE MCK8YVR. Thank you for your support!


Local volunteers came out to the MTSD in droves this weekend to ensure no Manchester child went without a Christmas. Read all about the Kevin's Kids initiative and it's 42nd year of helping every family in need have their holiday gift list fulfilled at www.ManchesterTwp.org!







Last Call! Kevin's Kids is in need of wrapping paper donations ahead of Sunday, December 15. If you are able to donate, please bring any wrapping paper to Meghan at Ridgeway School, 2861 Ridgeway Rd. You can reach out to her there at 732-323-0800. Thank you for your support!


Join us TONIGHT for a Manchester Gospel Chorus fundraiser! The event showcases the power of music, faith, and community as our talented students, and special guests, bring gospel classics to life. All donations will go towards the Gospel Chorus' annual MLK Jr. Tribute in January


Spread the word! Kevin's Kids is in need of wrapping paper donations ahead of this Sunday, December 15. If you are able to donate, please bring wrapping paper to Meghan at Ridgeway School, 2861 Ridgeway Rd. You can reach out to her at 732-323-0800. Thank you for your support!


Join us tomorrow for a Manchester Gospel Chorus fundraiser! The event showcases the power of music, faith, and community as our talented students, and special guests, bring gospel classics to life. All donations will go towards the Gospel Chorus' annual MLK Jr. Tribute in January


Kevin's Kids is in need of wrapping paper donations ahead of Sunday, December 15. If you are able to donate, please bring wrapping paper to Meghan at Ridgeway School, 2861 Ridgeway Rd. You can reach out to her directly there at 732-323-0800. Thank you for your continued support!


Last evening, the MTSD hosted a Pre-K-12 Family Computer Science Fair. Approximately 200 community members enjoyed a fun-filled evening of computer science learning, activities, and snacks for the whole family! Learn more about this, and the next event, at www.manchestertwp.org




The work of MTSD's students was evident across the town this weekend. From performances and endless volunteers at Christmas in the Pines, to hosting over 600 JRROTC cadets for a competition, and ending with the Hawks Holiday Craft Fair! See what is next at www.manchestertwp.org.


Today the Second Annual MTHS Hawk Holiday Craft & Vendor Market is being held at MTHS! Sponsored by the MTHS National Honor Society, over 70 artisans and crafters will be featured along with food and family fun! More at www.manchestertwp.org. See you there!


Today is Manchester's Christmas in the Pines! The MTSD has excitedly been working with Manchester Recreation to support this event. Our students and staff will be on hand collecting for Kevin's Kids, handing out hot cocoa, performing for all, and more. See you there!


Mark your calendar! Pre-registration for MTSD's Free Preschool 2025-26 Program opens on Monday, January 6 at Noon! Spots are available on a first-come, first-serve basis. The documents required, and directions for January 6, are posted today at www.manchestertwp.org/preschoolreg.


Good evening MTES :
This message is to inform you that on Thursday, December 5, 2024, in accordance with state law, our school conducted our monthly security drill. Everyone responded appropriately and instruction resumed immediately thereafter. Should you have any questions, please feel free to contact the school.
Thank you,
Ellen Healy Principal

The MTSD Family Computer Science Fair is NEXT WEEK! Join us on Monday 12/9 at MTMS from 5:30 to 7:30 PM for a fun-filled evening of computer science learning, activities, and snacks for the whole family. Register today at https://bit.ly/ComputerScienceNight. See you there!
