Please see the Ridgeway Reminders for the week of 12/15 in our Newsletter Tab
Due to inclement weather & to ensure the safety of our students, staff, & community, today's Hawk Holiday Craft Vendor Market, scheduled at Manchester Township High School, is now canceled.

Holiday Express brought music, joy, and unforgettable moments to Regional Day School as students sang, danced, and celebrated with special guests. The event filled the school with kindness and holiday cheer, creating memories students cherish each year. More at www.manchestertwp.org






Following Kevin's Kids, MTSD students and staff will continue their spirit of giving with the Code Blue initiative, collecting winter items for those in need. Each school will have a collection box in the main lobby and the community is invited to donate. Learn more at www.manchestertwp.org



Ridgeway Elementary celebrated a festive morning as kindergarten students welcomed families to build gingerbread houses. Classrooms across the school were also filled with joy as Santa visited to greet students and share holiday cheer. A wonderful morning is being had at RES!






MTSD's first Winter Wonderland was a hit, with over 150 Manchester families enjoying Santa, Frosty, story time, crafts, gingerbread decorating, and more! See the joy captured on our website & learn how our preschool raised funds to bring even more special activities to students.







MTSD Preschool Pre-Registration for the 2026–27 school year opens Jan 7 at noon. Spots are first-come, first serve so please review the requirements today at manchestertwp.org/preschoolreg. Current PK3 families must return rollover by Dec 19! Questions? 732-350-5900 x2251.

Join us TONIGHT for the Manchester STEM Fair, 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

Celebrate the season at Winter Wonderland THIS WEEK! 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 teachers, specialists, & admin packed the room after hours for TESA training, showing deep commitment to student success. Led by Tracey Raimondo and Maureen McLaughlin, staff grew professionally to enhance learning and classroom climate. More at www.manchestertwp.org


Wishing our students, families, and staff a joyful and safe Thanksgiving! We are grateful for our amazing community and all the ways you make our schools shine with excellence.

Each month, the Board of Education proudly recognizes outstanding students from every school. At this month’s meeting, the Board celebrated these students and their achievements with our community. See their stories and accomplishments at www.manchestertwp.org
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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!









Hello Dolphins! Please see the most up-to-date Ridgeway Reminders for the week under our Newsletter tab!


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





