The state Board of Education is proposing changes to state minimum standards, known as Ed 306. As part of that process, a series of listening sessions has been scheduled around the state, including one at Memorial High School at 6 p.m. on June 5. You can find more information about the proposed rule changes here: https://bit.ly/NHED306.
Need to register a new student? We're hosting an in-person registration event from 5-6:30 pm TONIGHT, Thursday, May 11, at Beech Street School. Assistance will be available. Please note: Students must be age 5 by September 30 to start school this fall. More info at https://www.mansd.org/o/msd/page/register-a-student.
Program flyer: Chandler's Ball 3 on 3 tournament will return this summer, with three divisions for players ages 10 to 21. Tournament cost is $15 per team, with proceeds supporting maintenance of Sheridan Emmitt Park. You can find more information on the attached flyer.
Registration is NOW OPEN for new students for the 2023-2024 school year! We are excited to welcome new students and families in September. Please note: In order to start school next school year, students must be age 5 by September 30. You can apply online today or sign up in person at one of our sign-up events. Find information on sign-up events and a link to register at https://www.mansd.org/article/1057652.
Due to a small fire in the kitchen at Manchester School of Technology this morning, today (Wednesday) will be a remote learning day for all students at MST ONLY. It is a regular school day for all other schools. Students who attend MST for CTE programs will not attend today.
West High is back in session. The Fire Alarm was pulled as a precaution due to a smell of burning metal coming from the basement where welding and metal cutting was taking place to complete minor repairs on our boiler system. The Manchester Fire Department cleared us for re-entry at 10:15am and we are now back to business as usual.
Students! Do you have a passion for volunteering? Apply today for the second Student Volunteer Awards presented by Manchester Proud. You can read more about the awards and apply today at: https://www.mansd.org/article/1035077
There is a two-hour delay for Manchester School District on Wednesday, March 15, due to winter storm clean-up. This affects Kindergarten through Grade 12 and full-day pre-kindergarten. Morning pre-kindergarten is cancelled. Afternoon pre-kindergarten starts at regular time.
You can find detailed start times for each school level under a two-hour delay at https://www.mansd.org/page/school-closings-and-delays.
Please use caution traveling in the morning.
Due to the winter storm, Tuesday, March 14, will be a remote learning day for students in Kindergarten through Grade 12. There is no pre-kindergarten on Tuesday. All after-school activities are cancelled on Tuesday.
Remote learning technical support will be available during the day Tuesday. To get support, you can call 603-413-3420 or email techsupport@mansd.org.
Program flyer: NH Swim School presents Introduction to Swim Team this summer for middle and high school students. The program runs from July 3-August 10 at Livingston Park. Register online at www.manchesterswim.com.
There is no school next week – February 27 through March 3 – for February vacation. Have a happy, safe break and we'll see you back on Monday, March 6.
There is a two-hour delay for Manchester School District on Friday, February 24, due to icy road conditions. There is no morning pre-kindergarten. Under a two-hour delay, schools open two hours later than normal. Please be cautious getting into school today.
There is no school Thursday in Manchester School District due to the winter storm. There is no remote learning. All activities and athletics are canceled on Thursday.
We are loving our new app! Access documents, news updates, lunch menus, and even emergency notifications, right from your pocket.
Download for Android https://bit.ly/3ZymxXL
Download for iPhone https://apple.co/3Wap6fu
Reminder: Schools are closed on Monday, February 20, for the Presidents Day holiday. Students will return to school on Tuesday, February 21. Enjoy the long weekend!
There is a public hearing on the 2023/2024 school district budget at 7 p.m. Wednesday, Feb. 22 at City Hall. You can read a message on the proposed budget from Superintendent Gillis here: https://www.mansd.org/article/1007078.
Update: Students and staff have been cleared to return to West High School by Manchester Fire. Students have returned to class.
West High has been evacuated due to a smoky fire from a malfunctioning electronic device. The device was brought outside and extinguished but smoke remains in the building. Everyone is safe. Manchester Fire is on site and must clear the building. Students are not being dismissed
Did you know you can get support with the cost of school breakfast and lunch? Free or reduced cost meals are available – you can find out if you qualify by filling out an application online today at www.myschoolapps.com.
This week is National Crossing Guard Appreciation Week! Through hot and cold, sun and snow, these dedicated District employees are there to help get students safely to school every day. We hope you'll join us in saying thank you this week.
We are always seeking crossing guards to join the team – you can read more about it and apply here: http://bit.ly/3YFs4L0.
