Manchester Community Schools

08/31/2026

🍎 What’s for breakfast and lunch at MCS? 🍕🥗

Manchester Community Schools families can view our daily school menus anytime through Nutrislice!

Nutrislice makes it easy to check what’s being served at each school, plan ahead, and view menu information right from your phone or computer.

📲 View MCS menus here:
https://manchesterschools.nutrislice.com/menu

And remember — Michigan School Meals continue to provide breakfast and lunch at no cost to all students!

Menus, powered by Nutrislice. Nutrislice is the leading provider of digital menus, signage, and ordering software. View menus online or with the Nutrislice app.

08/31/2026

Dear Manchester Community Schools Families, Staff, and Community,

The Manchester Community Schools Board of Education is pleased to announce the official approval of the superintendent contract for Mr. Tom Johns, who will serve as the District’s next Superintendent.

Mr. Johns brings valuable educational leadership experience, a strong commitment to student success, and a deep understanding of the Manchester Community Schools community. The Board looks forward to working alongside Mr. Johns, our staff, students, families, and community as we begin this next chapter together.

This transition represents an exciting opportunity to build upon the strengths of our district, continue advancing opportunities for our students, and remain focused on providing an exceptional educational experience for every student we serve.

The Board would also like to extend its sincere appreciation to the students, staff members, families, and community members who participated in the superintendent search process. Your participation and input were invaluable, and we are deeply grateful for the time and commitment you gave to this important process.

We are excited about what lies ahead and look forward to continuing our work together in support of Manchester Community Schools and the students we are privileged to serve.

With great respect and enthusiasm for our future,

Sandra Wiitala
President
Manchester Community Schools Board of Education

08/28/2026

📵 2026-2027 Updated Wireless Device Expectations

Manchester Community Schools is implementing updated expectations under Wireless Communications Devices (WCDs) Policy 5136.

During instructional time, students are expected to keep personal wireless devices put away and not in use, unless an approved exception applies.

This includes:
• Cell phones;
• Smartwatches;
• Earbuds or headphones connected to personal devices;
• Tablets;
• Other personal devices capable of calling, messaging, accessing apps or the internet, taking photos or videos, or similar functions.

✅ Important exceptions include:
• Medically necessary devices;
• District-owned devices;
• Devices approved for instructional purposes;
• Devices required through an IEP, Section 504 Plan, or other accommodation;
• Lesson-specific use directly authorized by a teacher;
• Emergency situations consistent with District procedures.

☎️ Need to reach your student during instructional time?
Please contact your student’s school office through the school phone system. Staff can assist with important or time-sensitive messages while helping minimize classroom interruptions.

Students who do not follow these expectations will be addressed through the progressive discipline procedures outlined in their school’s Student Handbook.

We encourage families to review these expectations and their school handbook with their students before the school year begins.

Questions? Please contact your building principal.

Thank you for partnering with us to help keep students focused, engaged, and present during learning.

08/25/2026

Today is the day!

We look forward to seeing everyone tonight!

We are excited to welcome our students and families back for the start of a new school year!

Please join us for our Back to School Open House on Tuesday, August 25, 2026, from 5:00 p.m. to 7:30 p.m.

During Open House, families are invited to visit:

Klager Elementary
Riverside Intermediate School
Manchester Jr./Sr. High School

This is a great opportunity to meet teachers and staff, tour your child’s school, and get excited for the year ahead.

We look forward to seeing our Manchester families as we kick off another great school year together.

08/24/2026

08/24/2026

Students can arrive early and enjoy breakfast before heading to class. Breakfast is served at the following times:

Klager: 7:50 AM
Riverside: 7:45 AM
Jr./Sr. High School: 7:40 AM

08/21/2026

📣 Manchester Community Schools Families📣

Back-to-school is almost here, and we are excited to welcome everyone back for a great school year!

✅ COMING SOON - Digital Back-to-School Forms in PowerSchool

Families will receive an email invitation to review and complete important student forms online, including:

* Emergency contact information
* Health and medical documentation
* FERPA forms and permissions
* Related administrative updates

📅 Important Dates:

* Class Schedules: Friday, August 21, 2026

* Back-to-School Open House: Tuesday, August 25, 2026 | 5:00–7:30 p.m.

* Building Communications: Additional back-to-school information will be shared by building principals in the coming days.

Thank you for your continued partnership and support as we prepare for another successful school year!

Go Dutch!

08/21/2026

Getting ready! Way to go MECC.

Go Dutch!

08/17/2026

We are excited to welcome our students and families back for the start of a new school year!

Please join us for our Back to School Open House on Tuesday, August 25, 2026, from 5:00 p.m. to 7:30 p.m.

During Open House, families are invited to visit:

Klager Elementary
Riverside Intermediate School
Manchester Jr./Sr. High School

This is a great opportunity to meet teachers and staff, tour your child’s school, and get excited for the year ahead.

We look forward to seeing our Manchester families as we kick off another great school year together.

08/13/2026

The Manchester Community Schools Board of Education is pleased to announce that Tom Johns,
our current Riverside Intermediate School Principal and Athletic Director, has been selected as the
next Superintendent of Manchester Community Schools. This marks an exciting new chapter for our
district, and we look forward to the leadership, energy, experience, and commitment Tom will bring
to our students, staff, families, and community.

The Board would also like to extend its sincere appreciation to each of our internal candidates who
stepped forward to participate in the superintendent selection process. We are fortunate to have
talented and dedicated leaders within Manchester Community Schools who are deeply committed to
our students and the continued success of our district. Their willingness to pursue this important
leadership opportunity speaks to the strength of our organization and their commitment to Manchester.

We also extend our heartfelt gratitude to our Manchester Community Schools staff, families,
students, and community members who participated in the process. Your thoughtful feedback,
engagement, and support throughout the interviews and selection process played an important role in
helping the Board make this significant decision.

A formal announcement and additional information regarding the transition will be shared
following final approval of the employment contract. We are excited about the future of Manchester
Community Schools and look forward to continuing our work together in support of our students and
community.

Sandra Wiitala, President
Manchester Community Schools
Board of Education