Manchester School District

Manchester School District The Manchester School District is governed by a fifteen member committee that is elected every two years. The Mayor serves as chairperson of the Board.

The District is comprised of fifteen elementary schools, including a developmental preschool, four middle schools, three fully accredited high schools, a regional vocational/technical school, and a program of adult education. The District serves more than 14,000 students and employs 1,200 faculty and staff. Middle and high schools offer extensive music and art programs, competitive athletics, club

s, and community service organizations. All schools provide opportunities for parents to participate at school or from home through parent associations and volunteer groups. Partnerships with the business community are highly valued. Most schools enjoy one or more business/education partnerships. As a community with an increasingly diverse population, the District offers a wide range of programs and initiatives. The English Learner program serves more than 1,500 students who, as immigrants or refugees, are non-English proficient. The EL program provides English language instruction and offers students assistance with cultural assimilation. The Program Alternative to Secondary School (PASS), is geared for students who require an alternative approach for completing high school requirements. The Manchester School District and the City of Manchester are united in their desire to provide students with quality education in wholesome environments. Determining the quality of the educational services provided, as well as completing a comprehensive assessment of school buildings, has been a major undertaking. An Audit of Educational Effectiveness was conducted during the 1999-2000 school year. Funded by the business community through the Greater Manchester Chamber of Commerce, the audit was performed by SchoolMatch, a nationally recognized firm which specializes in evaluating the quality of educational services provided by school districts. Key components of the audit include strong instructional leadership, clear learning objectives, regular monitoring and measurement of student achievement, high expectations, and a supportive school climate. Upon completion of the audit, the Manchester School District received several commendations as well as specific recommendations for improvement. The District has made significant progress in meeting the audit's recommendations. In association with the New England School Development Council, the District completed a ten year enrollment forecast which outlined community demographics, operating capacity, and projected space needs. This was followed by a facilities audit conducted by Parsons Brinckerhoff. The facilities audit consisted of an engineering evaluation of the physical condition of existing school buildings, a programmatic assessment of capacities and needs, and an evaluation of alternatives to meet projected needs. Currently, District and City officials are studying the recommendations for funding options. Providing an exceptional education for its children heads the list of Manchester's priorities. Together, working with students, parents, educators, school administrators, elected officials, and the community at-large, Manchester's education system is proactive and visionary.

Nominations are now OPEN for 2026 New Hampshire Teacher of the Year! You can nominate deserving educators online today b...
01/15/2025

Nominations are now OPEN for 2026 New Hampshire Teacher of the Year! You can nominate deserving educators online today by clicking here: https://bit.ly/3QJXtsK. Nominations must be submitted by February 5.

NH Teacher of the Year is a program of the state New Hampshire Department of Education. NH's Teacher of the Year goes on to represent the state for national Teacher of the Year. You can read more about NH's program here: https://bit.ly/40ApfyD.

We were excited to recognize Manchester High School - West football coach Andrew Provencher at Monday night's Board of S...
01/15/2025

We were excited to recognize Manchester High School - West football coach Andrew Provencher at Monday night's Board of School Committee meeting.

Coach Provencher was voted the top high school football coach in the state for 2024, capping off a tremendous, resurgent season for the Blue Knights.

You can read more about this recognition on our website: https://www.mansd.org/article/1950683.

Huge thanks to the students from Jewett Street School, who joined us at Monday night's Board of School Committee meeting...
01/14/2025

Huge thanks to the students from Jewett Street School, who joined us at Monday night's Board of School Committee meeting to lead the Pledge of Allegiance.

Prior to the meeting, 4th Graders Denzel, Kyroh, Brook, Paxton and Diana had an opportunity to meet Mayor Ruais and school board Members Spillers, Bonilla, Baines, and Argeropoulos.

Thank you to the students and to Jewett Principal Lubelczyk for coordinating.

Manchester High School - West is seeking business partners to participate in its Career Day on March 26. The format pair...
01/13/2025

Manchester High School - West is seeking business partners to participate in its Career Day on March 26. The format pairs guests with teachers that align with their career field. This allows for guests to have in-depth group discussions with students.

Organizers are seeking business partners willing to commit to a half or full day. If you're interested in taking part in this unique event, you can sign up at https://forms.gle/jhWqk6FkJnW32f9w8. If you have questions, you can contact Debbie Stratton at [email protected].

01/12/2025

Now that we're well into the winter months, we're re-sharing this info on how we handle inclement weather. This helpful post includes info on how we decide whether to close or delay school, how we announce it, and even what time school starts with a delay.

It's not too late to apply for free/reduced school meals this school year using MySchoolApps. The application is quick, ...
01/11/2025

It's not too late to apply for free/reduced school meals this school year using MySchoolApps. The application is quick, secure and available in multiple languages. You can get your application started today at https://www.myschoolapps.com/.

Registration is now open for our 3rd annual IRC (Industry Recognized Credentials) Con, set during February vacation. Thi...
01/10/2025

Registration is now open for our 3rd annual IRC (Industry Recognized Credentials) Con, set during February vacation.

This 3-day camp is a free opportunity for Manchester high school students to earn valuable credentials that can help set them apart when applying for jobs.

Space is limited, so apply today at https://bit.ly/IRCCon25.

Good morning, here is the Board of School Committee meeting schedule for the week of Jan. 13-17:Monday, January 136:30 p...
01/10/2025

Good morning, here is the Board of School Committee meeting schedule for the week of Jan. 13-17:

Monday, January 13
6:30 p.m. – Special Board of School Committee – Public hearing on a donation. Agenda: https://5il.co/34lm2.
Immediately following – Board of School Committee. Agenda: https://5il.co/34lon.

Tuesday, January 14
5 p.m. – Joint School Buildings Committee. Agenda: https://5il.co/34n28.

Wednesday, January 15
4:30 p.m. – Education Legislation Committee. Agenda: https://5il.co/34loy.
5:15 p.m. – Student Conduct Committee. Agenda: https://5il.co/34lp5.
6:15 p.m. – Policy Committee. Agenda: https://5il.co/34lol.

All meetings will be held in the Aldermanic Chambers at City Hall unless otherwise noted. Meetings can be viewed live on Manchester Public Television Channel 22 or online at www.manchestertv.org/22. More information on the Board of School Committee can be found here: http://mansd.org/page/bosc.

Mark your calendar: Manchester School of Technology is hosting its new student open house on Tuesday, Feb. 4. Whether yo...
01/10/2025

Mark your calendar: Manchester School of Technology is hosting its new student open house on Tuesday, Feb. 4.

Whether you're a current high schooler interested in a CTE program or an 8th grader looking to attend MST High School next year, this is your night. Tour the building and talk with staff about the outstanding programs offered.

You can find more information here: https://www.mansd.org/article/1954305.

01/08/2025

We are gathering information on all Manchester school district graduates who played/coached collegiately or professionally to include on our athletic websites to recognize our amazing graduates!
Please share any and all information with Assistant Athletic Director Jordan D'onofrio at [email protected]

Information needed:
name
high school and year of graduation
college/pro team and years played/coached
sport played/coached
additional accolades

In case you missed it, West High head coach Andrew Provencher was voted the top high school football coach in NH for 202...
01/08/2025

In case you missed it, West High head coach Andrew Provencher was voted the top high school football coach in NH for 2024. We're thrilled for Coach Provencher and the entire Blue Knights football program.

You can read more about the recognition and what it means to Coach Provencher and the West Side community on our website: https://www.mansd.org/article/1950683.

The weather forecast for the next two days calls for temperatures in the teens and 20s but with a wind chill around zero...
01/07/2025

The weather forecast for the next two days calls for temperatures in the teens and 20s but with a wind chill around zero. While schools will not be holding outdoor recess, it will feel very cold for students heading to and from school. Please remember to take these basic cold weather precautions for your student:

☑️ Dress in layers with a warm coat
☑️ Wear a winter hat, gloves and face covering
☑️ Limit time outside as much as possible

If you are in need of cold weather clothing, including coats, boots, hats and gloves, please contact your student’s school.

Save the date: We're planning Industry Recognized Credentials (IRC) camps for our high school students for February and ...
01/07/2025

Save the date: We're planning Industry Recognized Credentials (IRC) camps for our high school students for February and April vacation!

The free multi-day camps are an opportunity to earn credentials to add to your resume for future employment.

Registration for IRC camps opens this month!

We've got some new artists in residence to share with you! The artwork of Ms. Kumar's students at Green Acres is now gra...
01/06/2025

We've got some new artists in residence to share with you! The artwork of Ms. Kumar's students at Green Acres is now gracing the stairwell to the District Office.

Thank you to Ms. Kumar and all of the students for sharing this amazing work and brightening our day.

Families in Manchester have access to a wide array of community resources, but it's not always easy to find them. That's...
01/05/2025

Families in Manchester have access to a wide array of community resources, but it's not always easy to find them. That's where the Manchester Proud Compass comes in.

This easy-to-use online guide allows you to search by category, school grade level, cost, or even for what is closest to you.

Get started today at https://manchesterproud.org/resources/.

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20 Hecker Street
Manchester, NH
03102

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Monday 8am - 4pm
Tuesday 8am - 4pm
Wednesday 8am - 4pm
Thursday 8am - 4pm
Friday 8am - 4pm

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Trick-or-treat hours are from 6-8 pm tonight in Manchester! Families and students, please use caution when heading out tonight (bring along a flashlight and wear some reflective clothing). And a reminder to drivers to use extra caution between 6-8 pm as children will be out and about. We hope you all have a fun and safe Halloween!

Veterans Park is packed! If you’re not here yet, come on down for free food, student entertainment and activities. We’ll be here until 4 - see you at CelebratED!

We’re getting set for the start of CelebratED! We’ll see you at Veterans Park from 10-4! Rain or shine!

TOMORROW is the first day of school in Manchester School District! As school begins, drivers are reminded to use extra caution as school buses return to the roads and students are headed to school. In order to help ensure a safe start to the school year, please keep the following in mind: 🚍 Bus stops: Pay attention to school bus signals – do not pass when stop sign is extended 🚸 Children crossing: Use caution around schools and crosswalks – watch for children crossing ⏰ Take your time: Give yourself additional time for travel, as traffic is higher in the opening weeks of school 🏫 Follow school procedures: Follow drop-off and pick-up procedures established by your student's school We all have a role to play in student safety on the roads as we start the year – we thank you for doing your part.

Our principals and assistant principals joined us at new employee orientation today to continue our tradition of clapping in our new employees. Afterwards, principals stuck around for lunch with their new staff members. Thank you to you all for helping ensure new staff get off on the right foot.

The Manchester School District office and all school offices are closed today, Wednesday, June 19, in recognition of the Juneteenth federal holiday. Our office will reopen on Thursday.

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