Pay It Forward in Action: Ridgeway First-Grader’s Act of Kindness Inspires Manchester Police to Surprise Her Class with Pizza!
Hometown Hero Alert! Ridgeway Elementary Teacher’s Assistant Ms. Jo-Ann Delahanty is being celebrated for her quick action & care that kept a student safe at school. Excellence by Example! Learn more at www.manchestertwp.org today!
The Manchester Township School District wishes a sweet, happy, and healthy new year to our students, staff, families, and community members observing Rosh Hashanah. May this season of reflection and renewal bring peace and joy.
The community is invited to MTHS on Saturday, October 25, for Trick or Trunk 2025! Presented by Manchester's Municipal Alliance, the evening will feature the haunted school bus, face painting, cotton candy, trick or trunk, and more. $2 to enter. See you there!
MTHS National Honor Society juniors & seniors are here to provide homework help! Join the Hawk Study Buddies every Thursday, 5–7 PM at the Manchester Branch of the OC Library. Walk-ins welcome, but sign up to guarantee a spot using the QR code in the flyer.
There is a Board of Education meeting tonight, Wednesday, September 17th at the Manchester Township Middle School. The public portion begins at 5:30 PM.
Ridgeway Reminders for the week of 9/15/25 can now be found in our new Ridgeway Newsletters section at the top of our website!
LINK FOR NEWSLETTER 9/15/25
Join us at 5PM today for Music Under the Stars at Manchester Township High School! Come out and cheer on 9 local marching bands from across Ocean County & support the arts in our community. $15 Adults | $8 Students/Seniors | Under 5 Free. More at www.manchestertwp.org, today!
To honor the National Day of Service in a meaningful way, Ridgeway Elementary is launching a special “Pay It Forward” initiative. We invite our students and families to take part in this tribute by participating in a random act of kindness that helps turn a day of tragedy into one of compassion, community, and hope. More at www.manchestertwp.org/o/res
Today, the Manchester Township School District pauses to honor the lives lost and the heroes who emerged on this day 24 years ago. As a school community, we reflect on the resilience, unity, and courage that continue to inspire us.
Today, the Manchester Township School District pauses to honor the lives lost and the heroes who emerged on this day 24 years ago. As a school community, we reflect on the resilience, unity, and courage that continue to inspire us.
Before Friday’s game, MTSD honored Keith Lister for 38 years of incredible service as Athletic Director, mentor, leader, and role model. His legacy of excellence, integrity, and heart will never be forgotten. Thank you, Mr. Lister! Enjoy retirement!
We’re excited to welcome families back for the 2025–2026 school year at your child’s Back-to-School Night. Please be sure to check the schedule provided by your child’s school for the specific time(s) of their back-to-school event. See you there!
Students were welcomed back to school with smiles, high-fives, and first-day excitement. Even Maverick, the MTES Mascot, rode the school bus! Here’s to a 2025–26 full of learning, growing & thriving together. Let’s make it the best year yet, MTSD!
Staff Reunited, Goals Have Been Set, Classrooms Are Ready, Senior Parking Spots Are Set — Now Get Ready for the Best First Day Yet! The Manchester Township School District (MTSD) staff is hard at work on Day Two of Staff In-Service, making final preparations for the arrival of students tomorrow!
School is back in session for the MTSD Staff, who gathered this morning for the district’s annual opening ceremony. This year’s theme was unveiled and served as the guiding message for a morning filled with inspiration, reflection, and renewed purpose. More www.manchestertwp.org
MTSD Back to School Nights are almost here! Come meet the teachers, explore classrooms, and get excited for an amazing year ahead. Mark your calendars! We can’t wait to see you there! More at www.manchestertwp.org
Transportation information for all students & homeroom information for grades K-8 for the 2025-26 school year is now available on the Parent Portal. All required forms must be filled out on the Portal. For more information, please check the email sent to parents & guardians.
We’re excited to welcome families back for the 2025–2026 school year at your child’s Back-to-School Night! Please be sure to check the schedule provided by your child’s school for the specific date and time of their event. See you there!
Back-to-school excitement is in the air! Ridgeway Elem. kicked off preschool, kindergarten & new student orientations today, filled with smiles, friends & bus visits ahead of a new year! Orientations for MTES, WES, & MTHS are coming up this week. See manchestertwp.org for info!
