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Spaghetti Supper & P/T Conferences
JH/HS and Elementary Parent/Teacher Conferences will be held on Thursday, February 9th, from 4:00-7:00 PM. Senior Beta and Yearbook will be hosting a Spaghetti Dinner from 3:30-5:30 PM in the MES cafeteria on the same evening. Click here for more details. [more...]

Lady Hounds & Greyhounds Claim Runner-Up at McD's Classic
Congratulations to the Girls and Boys Varsity Basketball Teams for receiving Runner-Up in the 2011 McDonald's Holiday Basketball Classic. The following individuals were also named to the All-Tournament Team:

Girls - Haley Casey & Hannah Rideout
Boys - Travis Combs & Dylan Ricketts

Proud to be a Greyhound!

Scouting for Food
MES students collected canned food for the Boy Scouts of America's Scouting For Food Drive conducted from December 5th - December 15th. [more...]

SEASON'S GREETINGS

SEASON’S GREETINGS

First, I want to take this opportunity to wish the students, parents, staff and community a wonderful holiday season. Each year seems to progress more rapidly than the last, but I personally enjoy this time of year because of the wonderment in the children’s eyes and the opportunity to spend time with my family and friends in a festive manner.

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MES Fall Carnival A Success
I would like to thank everyone who made this year's MES Fall Carnival a great success! [more...]

High School Cheer Squad Wins SHL Competition
Congratulations to the High School Cheerleading Squad for winning the SHL Cheerleading Competition this past Saturday at Fayetteville. Great Job Ladies!

Good Luck to the JH & HS Cheer Squads in the SHL Competition!

Lady Greyhounds Advance
The Manchester HS Volleyball Team advanced to the Sectional Championship Game following a 3 set victory over the New Boston Lady Tigers on Monday, October 17th. The Lady Greyhounds will now take on the Portsmouth Notre Dame Lady Titans on Thursday, October 20th. The Championship will be played at Notre Dame High School with a 6:00 PM game time. Good Luck Lady Hounds!

No School Columbus Day
Manchester Local Schools will be closed on Monday, October 10th, in observance of Columbus Day.

MHS Football Homecoming Tonight
The Manchester High School Football Homecoming Game and Dance will be held this evening. The football game kicks off at 7:30 p.m., and the dance will begin at 10:00 p.m. and end at midnight. The crowning of the Homecoming Queen will take place at halftime of the football game. Admittance to the dance is $3.00 for a single and $5.00 for a couple. Snacks and drinks will be for sale at the dance.

Emergency School Closing Procedures
This notice is a reminder to all of you about our emergency school closing and/or delay procedures. Those procedures are the following:

When the district has to close or delay the opening of schools on a given day due to weather or other circumstances, we will notify you in the following manner: [more...]

Bus Evacuation Drills
State-mandated bus evacuation drills will be conducted the week of September 12th - 16th. They will occur approximately at 2:55 PM. Click here for your son/daughter's designated bus number and date. [more...]

Safe Routes to School

The second construction phase of the Village of Manchester and Manchester Local School District Federal Safe Routes to School Grant Project through the Ohio Department of Transportation has been completed.

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7TH GRADE IMMUNIZATION REMINDER
As you should already be aware, 7th grade students are required to have a tetanus/TdaP immunization before entering the 7th grade. Please make sure your child has had this required immunization and provide documentation to your child's school before the end of August. State law requires this immunization and a date will be set in September for exclusion of students who have not had this immunization. [more...]

MHS Athletic Booster Meeting
The next scheduled Manchester Athletic Booster Meeting will be Wednesday, September 7th at 6:00 PM in the MHS Round Room.

MLSD Bus Routes 2011-2012

Bus #53 – Town Shuttle - Town Stops – 5^th Street Fire House, 5^th Street (Behind Library), 5^th Street (Behind Ross Grocery), 5^th and Fair Street, US 52 and Fair Street, 2^nd Street and Starks Avenue, Riddles and Rhymes. [more...]

August 24th Regular Meeting Canceled - Next Regular Meeting September 14th

BOY SCOUT REGISTRATION
Boy Scout registration will be held on Wednesday, August 31, 2011, from 5:00-7:00 in the elementary cafeteria. [more...]

e-Funds for Schools
The Manchester Local School District is providing the e-Funds for Schools program again this school year. This program offers various options for parents/guardians who choose to make payments on-line and is extremely user friendly. Not only will you have the ability to have various school fees and lunch payments electronically withdrawn from your checking account or charged to your credit card, you also have the flexibility to make a payment at any time through the school’s website. The e-Funds for School service is offered to you by a third party service provider and they charge for processing your payment(s), similar to other on-line banking services. The district does not request or keep records of family checking or credit card account information. [more...]

Jamboree Football Game This Friday
The Greyhounds of the Gridiron will be playing in a Jamboree Football Game against St. Bernard-Elmwood Place this Friday, August 19th. The game is a scrimmage played in regular season format. The cost for the game is [more...]

Wellness Committee Survey
Our health and wellness committee at MLSD is working on incorporating more physical activity into our students’ day. We would like to have some input from our community as to how they feel about physical activity and what types of activities that they enjoy doing.

Please click the following link to access the survey:
http://www.surveymonkey.com/s/N6YMR7C

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Superintendent's Message
It is that time of year again. The beginning of the school year is fast approaching, and I know that our students, staff and parents are excited and full of expectations for the coming year. The school year will begin on August 17^th with a full day schedule. In addition the district will have OPEN HOUSE on August 15^th from 5:00 pm to 7:00 pm. I would like to encourage everyone to attend the open house. [more...]

Manchester Local Schools Recognizes Retirees
Manchester Local Schools recognized the following retirees at the June 22, 2011 board meeting:

Mike Cluxton
Linda Ratcliff
Susan Young
Alan Ward

The district also recognized Roy Cooper for his dedicated service as a board member for Manchester Local Schools.

Click here to View Photo Gallery...

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1902 Diploma & Essay on Display at MHS
Below is a picture of a 1902 diploma and essay that were received from a family member (David Knowles) of the recipient (Augusta Belle Crissman). The diploma and essay were matted and preserved by Roy Carpenter and will be on display in the high school.

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Manchester Local Schools New Board Member
Manchester Local Schools Welcomes Ashley Grooms to the Board of Education.

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United Way Community Survey
United Way of Scioto County will now be providing services to Adams County. United Way needs to know what you think about critical issues in your community. We will use this information to focus on solving some community problems. Surveys will be kept confidential. Please take a moment to complete the following survey:

http://www.surveymonkey.com/s/6KR93RS

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Summer Food Service Program

The Manchester Local School District announces the sponsorship of the Summer Food Service Program for Children.

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Elementary Stay-cation Program Will Be Extended to 2:00 P.M. 0n Tuesday, May 31st
The Elementary Stay-cation summer program will be extended from 12:15 to 2:00 P.M. on Tuesday, May 31st. Students in grades 3-6 will be going to West Union High School to attend an anti-prescription drug abuse assembly. All students will be dismissed at 2:00 P.M. Please return the signed permission slip with all 3-6 students.

MLSD Board of Education Vacancy

Due to the resignation of board member Roy Cooper, there is a vacancy on the Manchester Local School District Board of Education and the remaining board members have until June 22, 2011 to fill the seat.

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NOTICE - CHANGE IN SCHOOL SCHEDULE

MAY 25TH - REGULAR SESSION - FULL DAY
MAY 26TH - LAST DAY OF SCHOOL - DISMISSAL AT 1:00 PM

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Walk To School Day Cancelled
The Walk To School Day scheduled for Tuesday, May 24th, has been cancelled. [more...]

Superintendent's Message

REMINDER – THE LAST DAY OF SCHOOL IS MAY 26, 2011 AND WE WILL BE DISMISSING AT 1:00 PM

Good afternoon,

Here we are finishing another school year. Each year seems to fly by more quickly. The 2010-11 school year has been a year characteristic of many great successes and some difficult challenges.

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Sduperintendent's Message

REMINDER – THE LAST DAY OF SCHOOL IS MAY 25, 2011 AND WE WILL BE DISMISSING AT 1:00 PM

Good afternoon,

Here we are finishing another school year. Each year seems to fly by more quickly. The 2010-11 school year has been a year characteristic of many great successes and some difficult challenges.

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Americanism and Voice of Democracy Awards
Congratulations to the following students that received the Americanism and/or Voice of Democracy Awards:

Americanism Awards

Tasha Benight: Certificate + $50
Zoyla Cervantes: Certificate + $50
Natasha Hanson: Certificate + $50
Jordan Perry: Certificate + $50
Dylan Ricketts: Certificate + $50
Marshall Spencer: Certificate + $100

Voice of Democracy

Chelsye Cooper: Certificate + $75
Marshall Spencer: Certificate + $50
Kassidy Stricklett: Certificate + $100

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Walk To School Day Has been Changed From May 18th To May 24th
Due to the weather forecast, " The Walk To School Day" has been changed from May 18th to May 24th. [more...]

Adams County Summer Rec Food Service Program

The Manchester Local School District announces the sponsorship of the Summer Food Service Program for Children.

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MLSD Summer Food Service Program

The Manchester Local School District announces the sponsorship of the Summer Food Service Program for Children.

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Supply Quotes

The Manchester Local Board of Education is requesting quotes for food items, milk, bread, and diesel fuel for the 2011-12 school year.

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Afterschool Intervention Cancelled Tuesday, May 3rd
Afterschool Intervention is cancelled today, May 3rd, due to high water in some areas of our district.

Sports Physicals to be Administered on Tuesday, May 3rd, at Manchester High School
Adams County Regional Medical Center will administer OHSAA Preparticipation Physical Examinations on Tuesday, May 3rd, from 9:00 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. at Manchester High School. The physical exams are for students in grades 6 - 11 who plan on participating in athletics during the 2011-2012 school year. The cost of a physical is $10 (and students may pay with cash or checks made payable to Manchester High School).

Physical forms will be sent home with students on Friday, April 29th. Parents are to complete the forms and then return them to school on either Monday, May 2nd, or Tuesday, May 3rd. No physicals will be given to students who don't have a completed form on file in the office the day of the physical examinations [more...]

Sports Physicals to be Administered on Tuesday, May 3rd, at MHS
Adams County Regional Medical Center will administering OHSAA Preparticipation Physical Examinations on Tuesday, May 3rd, from 9:00 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. at Manchester High School. The physical exams are for students in grades 6 - 11 who plan on participating in athletics during the 2011-2012 school year.

The cost of a physical is $10 (and students may pay with cash or checks made payable to Manchester High School). Physical forms will be sent home Friday, April 29th, with students. Parents are to complete the forms and then return them to school on either Monday, May 2nd, or Tuesday, May 3rd. No physicals will be given to students who don't have a completed form on file in the office the day of the physical examinations.

FEDERAL GRANTS MEETING
Each Spring the Manchester Local School District holds a public meeting to solicit community input into the development of all state, federal and/or local projects and grants. This year the meeting will be held at 5:30 p.m. on April 27, 2011. The meeting will be held in the Manchester High School Round Room.

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Manchester Local Schools Needs Assessment Survey 2011-2012

Manchester schools needs your input. Each year we survey our parents to gain feedback on how we are doing. We use this input to make needed changes and to build upon our successes. This information will assist us in planning federal programs and completing the District's electronic application through the Comprehensive Improvement Plan for the 2011-2012 school year. Thanks for all you do to help your child learn!

Please click the link below to access the survey:
http://www.surveymonkey.com/s/TXGRTZ2

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Congratulations Mrs. Kendra Lucas!

Congratulations to Mrs. Kendra Lucas for being selected to receive the Exceptional Achievement Award. Mrs. Lucas was recognized for the award at the Exceptional Achievement Award Recognition Ceremony on April 7, 2011, at Hillsboro Elementary School.

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OPEN ENROLLMENT MEETING

Manchester Local School District will be holding an informational meeting for anyone wanting to apply for OPEN ENROLLMENT for the 2011-2012 school year.

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Afterschool Intervention Cancelled Monday, April 18th, and Wednesday, April 20th
There will be no Afterschool Intervention on Monday, April 18th due to the 1-3 Music Concert. Also, there will be no Afterschool Intervention on Wednesday, April 20th due to Parent/Teacher Conferences. [more...]

Junior High Parent Meeting
There will be a meeting for parents of junior high students on Wednesday, April 20th, 2011. The meeting will begin at 6:30 p.m. (after the conclusion of parent/teacher conferences). The upcoming OAA Assessments for 7th and 8th grade students will be discussed.

School Board Recognition Month
Mr. Ralstin recognizes board members, Mr. Roy Cooper, Ms. Fredricka Jenkins, Mr. Rick Foster, Mrs. Kathleen Stacy, and Mr. Terry Himes.

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Fredricka Jenkins
The Board of Education and MLSD Staff honors Ms. Fredricka Jenkins for her service on the Board.

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New Board Member
Manchester Local Schools Welcomes Mary Harper to the Board of Education.

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Combs Named First Team All-State; Blevins Named Second Team All-State
Congratulations to Travis Combs and Blake Blevins for being named to the Associated Press All-Ohio Teams. Travis Combs was voted to the First Team All-Ohio, and Blake Blevins was named Second Team All-Ohio.

Please click the following link to view the complete list of players on the Associated Press Divsion IV All-Ohio Teams:

http://www.newstalkradiowhio.com/news/ap/ohio/ap-boys-division-iv-all-ohio/n7JQ/?cxtype=feedbot [more...]

Afterschool Intervention Cancelled Friday, March18th
There will be no Afterschool Intervention on Friday, March 18th due to the High School Boys Regional Basketball Game In Columbus.

Manchester Afterschool Intervention Program Cancellation, Thursday, March 10th
The Manchester Afterschool Intervention Program will be cancelled on Thursday, March 10th, due to the Varsity Boys Tournament Basketball game in Athens on that night. The Afterschool Program will be in session each night until March 10th. It will resume on Friday, March 11th. [more...]

MLSD Board or Education Vacancy
Due to the resignation of board member Fredricka Jenkins, there is a vacancy on the Manchester Local School District Board of Education and the remaining board members have until April 10th to fill the seat. [more...]

Congratulations to Katie Little and Hayley Rideout!
Katie Little was voted by the Ohio District 14 Coaches Association to the All-District First Team. Hayley Rideout was voted to the All-District Honorable Mention Team.

Manchester Local Schools are CLOSED today, February 8, 2011 due to inclement weather.
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Boys District Playoff Tickets on Sale in High School Office

Tickets for the boys district playoff game are on sale in the high school office. All tickets are $6.00. The boys play Racine Southern at the Ohio University Convocation Center on Thursday, March 10th, at 6:15 p.m.

Additionally, 25% of the proceeds from tickets sold at the high school will be returned to the M.H.S. athletic program. The athletic department will receive no proceeds from tickets sold at the game site. Please purchase tickets at the high school office.

UPDATED BRACKETS:

http://www.seodab.org/brackets/2011/bbkboys/d4.pdf

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Greyhounds Defeat South Webster & Advance to Elite Eight!
Congratulations to the boys varsity basketball team on their victory over South Webster! The boys will play in the OHSAA Regional Final on Friday, March 18th, vs. Harvest Prep. The game is at the Columbus Fairground Coliseum, and it will tip-off at 7:30 p.m.

There will be a pep rally in the high school gym at 2:30 p.m. on Thursday, March 17th.

Tickets are on sale in the high school office on Wednesday, March16th, and Thursday, March 17th until 6:00 p.m. On Friday, March 18th, tickets will be on sale in the high school office until 2:30 p.m. All tickets are $6.00 at Manchester High School, and $8.00 at the game.

The pep bus (for students in grades 7-12 only) will depart Manchester High School at 3:00 p.m. on Friday, March 18th. The bus will stop to eat on the way to the game, and will return to Manchester High School at approximately 11:00 p.m.

The following links are for the district and regional boys basketball and regional tournaments:

Regional Bracket:

http://brackets.ohsaa.org/regionalbracket.aspx?not=4&t=1748&ts=4541&ia=1&sp=14&dv=4&g=b

State Bracket:
http://brackets.ohsaa.org/regionalbracket.aspx?not=4&t=1845&ts=4271&ia=1&sp=14&dv=4&g=b

Statewide Tornado Drill March 23rd
March 20-26 is Ohio Spring Severe Weather Awareness Week. On March 23rd at 9:50 a.m. there will be an annual statewide tornado drill. Manchester Local Schools will be participating in this drill.

Board Meeting Change
PLEASE NOTE - The Board Meetings that were originally scheduled for May 11th & May 25th have been changed to May 18th and will be held at the Monroe Township Hall and will begin at 6:30 p.m. [more...]

Adams County Kids Health Fair Today

Adams County Health Department, Adams County Emergency Services, Adams County Job and Family Services, Adams County Regional Medical Center, Manchester Local School and Ohio Valley Schools have joined together to offer 4 Kid’s Health Fairs in August, 2011. The health fairs are for kids, ages 3-18, and one health fair will be held at each county high school.

The Manchester Health Fair will be held on Thursday, August 11^th, from 3:00 pm to 6:00 pm. Blood pressure screening, height, weight and scoliosis screening will be performed free of charge. The health department will be offering immunizations and lead testing at a discount. Job and Family Services and Adams County Children’s Services will be there to evaluate and offer school supply vouchers.

There will be activities for all kids in the gymnasium, information about developing healthy lifestyles, specifically eating and exercise. All participants will receive free school supplies. Pre-registration forms are available at local physician offices, Health Department, Job and Family Services and the Hospital.

Please click the links below to view and print the registration and information form:
userfiles/786/Adams County Health Fair(3).zip

Ricketts & Rader Advance to Regionals
Congratulations to Dog Pack Cross Country Seniors Dylan Ricketts and Chase Rader for qualifying this past Saturday to the Regional Cross Country Meet. Dylan received 13th place with a time of 19:02.57 while Chase received 15th place with a time of 19:04.56. The Regional Cross Country Meet will be held this Saturday, October 29th at Pickerington North High School. The Division III Boys race is scheduled to start at 1:30 PM. Good luck Dylan and Chase!

MHS Fall Sports Awards Schedule Change
The Manchester Jr./Sr. High Fall Sports Awards Night will be held on Wednesday, November 2nd at 6:00 PM in the MHS cafeteria. All Manchester Jr. High and High School Fall Sports Athletes will be recognized.

S.H.L. Boys Preview Schedule
BOYS PREVIEW GAMES ON FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 25TH @ MANCHESTER HS
5:00 PM - RIPLEY VS. LYNCHBURG-CLAY
6:00 PM - FAYETTEVILLE VS. NORTH ADAMS
7:00 PM - FAIRFIELD VS. WEST UNION
8:00 PM - WHITEOAK VS. PEEBLES
9:00 PM - MANCHESTER VS. EASTERN
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MHS Picture Retakes
Picture retakes for students in grades 7-12 (who didn't get their picture taken in November) will be on Thursday, December 1st, at 8:30 a.m. Students may pick up a picture form in the MHS office.

MHS Music Dept. Awarded $10,000
The Manchester Local Schools Music Department has been awarded $10,000 from Fox's Glee and the National Association for Music Education. Their video submission (http://youtu.be/TfKGZCZoLoM) was one of 73 selected to win this award out of over 450 schools...

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NO SCHOOL - MLK Day
There will be no school on Monday, January 16th, in observance of Martin Luther King Day. Classes will resume on Tuesday, January 17th. [more...]

MHS Celebrates Homecoming
Congratulations to Krissia Purdin for being voted the 2011-2012 Homecoming Queen. Also, congrats to the following students for being named to the Homecoming Court:

Underclassman Representatives:
Stephanie Hobbs (Freshman Rep.) escorted by Braxton Gaffin
Sierra Farley (Sophomore Rep.) escorted by Tyler Brummett
Taylor Dryden (Junior Rep.) escorted by Cole Hensley
Haylie Allen (Junior CTC Rep.) escorted by Phillip Thomas

Senior Representatives:
Marissa Polley (CTC Rep.) escorted by Dalton Walters
Krissia Purdin escorted by Dalton West
Britny Stapleton escorted by Dylan Ricketts
Emily Thompson escorted by Travis Combs

Hunter Wells Wins Scholarship for Voice of Democracy
Congratulations to Hunter Wells who competed in the 2012 Veterans of Foreign Wars Voice of Democracy Program. Hunter prepared an oral essay on this year's theme of "Is their pride in serving our nation's military?" Students in grades 9-12 from across the state of Ohio competed against each other, and submitted over 2700 essays. Additionally, Hunter was one of only two students from public schools in Ohio to place in the top twelve. The other ten students were from private or parochial schools.

Hunter was one of twelve district winners statewide. Consequently, he went to Columbus on January 28th to be notified of his final placement. Hunter finished between 6th and 12th place and was awarded a $2000 scholarship!

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MES Picture Retakes
Mr. Brian Napier will be here on Wednesday, December 7th to retake pictures of students who were either absent or whose parent was not satisfied with the initial picture.

Hunter Wells Wins District Championship for "Voice of Democracy"
Congratulations to Hunter Wells on placing first in the district for the "Voice of Democracy" contest. Hunter will now compete at the state level.

Congratulations to the following local winners of the "Voice of Democracy" contest:

1st - Hunter Wells
2nd - Grant Blanton
3rd - Crista Florence

Congratulations to the following local winners of the "Patriot's Pen" contest:

1st - Austin Hughes
2nd- Kory Franklin
3rd - Summer Wilbur

HAPPY THANKSGIVING
Happy Thanksgiving! I hope that each of you and your loved ones have a very relaxing and safe Thanksgiving Break. It is important that we all take time and count our blessings.

I look forward to seeing all of you back at school on the 28th happy and healthy.

Happy Thanksgiving again!

Robert C. Ralstin,
Superintendent

Blue & Gold Night This Thursday
Blue & Gold Night will be held at Manchester HS this Thursday, November 17th. There will be a Chili Supper from 5:30 to 7:00 PM followed by Meet the Teams at 7:00 PM. Make plans to come out and meet the 2011-2012 Jr. High & High School Boys and Girls Basketball Team Members and Cheerleaders.

All-District Honors Awarded
Congratulations to the following Greyhound Athletes for receiving All-District Honors:

Golf
Malachi Evans - 1st Team All-District
Marshall Spencer - Honorable Mention

Volleyball
Meriah Kirk - 2nd Team All-District
* Meriah will also be playing in the District 14 All-Star Game held at Waverly High School on November 14th. Game time is 7:00 PM

Veterans' Day Program
Manchester Local Schools would like to cordially invite any veteran of the armed services to participate in our Veterans' Day Program. This special event will be held on Thursday, November 10th, commencing at 9:00 AM. Click here for more information. [more...]

OHSAA MANDATORY PRE-SEASON MEETING FOR FALL SPORTS
The Ohio High School Athletic Association has stated through Bylaw 3-1-4 that athletes (grades 7-12), parents, guardians, and booster club officers attend a pre-season meeting during the fall of 2011. The OHSAA makes it mandatory that students and their parent(s)/guardian(s) attend this meeting.

An OHSAA video pertaining to eligibility will be viewed during the meeting. There will also be a brief review of the Manchester Athletic Handbook. The meeting will be held on Wednesday, August 3rd, 2011, starting promptly at 7:00 p.m. in the Manchester High School Round Room.

If you have any questions or concerns, please feel free to contact the Manchester Athletic Department at (937) 549-4777, extension 3109.

Click here for a copy of the OHSAA Pre-Season Meeting Letter.

Evans Cards a 73 to Earn Medalist Honors
Senior Golfer Malachi Evans shot a round of 73 recording the lowest round of golf for the day during the Adams County Cup held on Wednesday, August 10th at Hilltop Golf Course. Shooting the lowest round also earned Malachi the Overall Medalist Honors for the Cup. Congratulations Malachi!

Superintendent's Message

Good afternoon

I hope this update finds you full of anticipation of the spring season. Mother Nature has really had a strong grip on winter weather this school year. As a result I know that you have been thinking about how all the snow days will be affecting the remainder of the 2010-11 school year.

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Manchester Varsity Basketball Players Named to Southern Hills All-League Team
Katie Little and Hayley Rideout were named to the Southern Hills All-League Team for girls basketball. Blake Blevins and Travis Combs were named to the Southern Hills All-League Team for boys basketball. The All-League Teams are determined by a coaches vote. Congratulations to these Greyhound athletes!

To view the final Southern Hills League standings and a complete list of the Southern Hills All-League Teams please click the following link:

http://www.c103.fm/2010-2011%20SHL%20Basktball%20All%20League%20Teams.html

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Manchester Music Department Proudly Presents:

A Night on Broadway

May 13th and 14th at 7:00 PM

Tickets: $5 - Ages 5 and up

This INTERACTIVE musical allows the audience to become a part of the show!! It features hits from Disney movies and Broadway shows. Kids will get to perform with their favorite Disney characters including Ariel, Simba, Alice in Wonderland, Cruella De Vil, and Jessie from Toy Story. Kids 10 and under who wear something Disney will get in for free each night. Broadway shows include Legally Blonde, American Idiot, Annie, Les Miserables, and Spamalot. Please plan to attend this entertaining and unforgettable show!

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Varsity Girls Basketball Sectional Play 2/17/11
The varsity girls basketball team will play in sectional play on Thursday (2/17/11) vs. Sciotoville East. The game will be played at Northwest High School. Game time is at 8:00 p.m. The bus will depart at 5:30 p.m. from MHS. To view or print the brackets please click the following link:

http://seodab.org/brackets/2011/bbkgirls/d4.pdf
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Lady Greyhounds Win First Sectional Championship in 20 Years!
Congratulations to the Lady Greyhounds who defeated the Sciotoville Lady Tartans to earn the first sectional championship for Manchester High School girls basketball in twenty years. Way to go Lady Hounds!

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Karen Ballengee Receives Regional Distinguished Service Award
At the 2011 annual conference of the Ohio Association of School Business Officials (OASBO), Karen Ballengee, treasurer/CFO of Manchester Local Schools, was honored with the Southeast Region Distinguished Service Award.

Ballengee received a commemorative award, and a $500 scholarship to grant to a college-bound senior from the school district. The scholarship is sponsored by public finance firm RBC Capital Markets...

http://www.peoplesdefender.com/Main.asp?SectionID=13&SubSectionID=83&ArticleID=133381

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Post Secondary Education Meeting

On March 3rd, 2011, the Post Secondary Education meeting for students interested in dual credit for the 2011-2012 school year will be held at Manchester High School in the round room at 3:00 p.m. For a student to be eligible to participate in the Post Secondary Education Program, a parent or guardian must attend this meeting . If you have any questions please call Mrs. Wilkins at (937) 549-4777.

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Travis Combs, Blake Blevins, Dalton West, and Katie Little Honored by the Associated Press
Congratulations to Travis Combs for being named by the Associated Press as the OHSAA Southeast District Division IV Player of the Year!

Additionally, congratulations to Blake Blevins who was named to the Division IV All Southeast District First Team by the Associated Press.

Furthermore, Dalton West was named by the Associated Press as Special Mention All Southeast District (for Division IV).

For the girls, Katie Little was named by the Associated Press to the All Southeast District Second Team. Congratulations Katie!

Please click the link below to read an article from the Ironton Tribune that lists the Associated Press All District Teams:
http://www.irontontribune.com/2011/03/09/ap-southeast-ohio-all-district-basketball-team/
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Parent - Teacher Conferences
Originally Parent-Teacher Conferences for all grades were scheduled for April 27, 2011. Due to the fact that our students in grades 3 - 8 will be taking the Ohio Achievement Assessments on April 27th, we have moved the Parent-Teacher Conferences to April 20th. More information about the conferences will be forthcoming from each school at a later date.

2011-2012 ELEMENTARY CLASS LISTS
The 2011-2012 elementary class lists will be posted for parents to view late afternoon on Wednesday, August 3rd. [more...]

CHEERLEADERS WIN FAIR COMPETITION!
Congratulations to both the Jr. High and High School Greyhound Cheerleading Squads for winning the 2011 Adams County Fair Cheer Competition held on Sunday, July 17th. Great Job Ladies!

Greyhound Athletes Receive Individual Honors
The following Greyhound Athletes received individual honors during the 2011 SHL Fall Sports Season:

Cross Country

JH Girls Medalists – Amanda Farthing (1^st), Shyanne Tucker (2^nd), Xena Crummie (4^th), Lydia Lopez (6^th)

JH Boys Medalist – Kory Franklin (7^th)

HS Girls All-League – McKaylan Stamper (5^th)

HS Boys All-League – Dylan Ricketts (6^th)

HS Golf

All-League – Malachi Evans (3^rd), Marshall Spencer (5^th), Tyler Brummett (13^th)

HS Volleyball

All-League – Victoria Chaney and Meriah Kirk

Congratulations Greyhounds!

Walk to School Day - October 5th

Parents, Students, Staff:

The Ohio Department of Transportation is asking schools to participate in the International Walk to School Day on Wednesday, October 5th. Manchester Local Schools will once again be participating in this event.

We will have our buses drop students off by the ball fields so they can walk to school. Parents and staff are also encouraged to park down by the fields on that day so they can walk as well. Parents are welcome to walk with their children.

If you have questions or concerns, please contact your child’s school.

Family Health & Fitness Day USA 2011 Proclamation
Whereas, National Family Health & Fitness Day USA is a nation wide event for families always held on the last Saturday in September. The 2011 event is set for September 24, 2011.
View Complete Proclamation (PDF)
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Greyhound Golf Team Claims Runner-Up Honors in the SHL
The Greyhound Golf Team finished the 2011 Southern Hills League Golf Match as Runner-Up with a team total score of 182. 3 members of the squad also received individual All-League Honors. Those young men are: Senior Malachi Evans - 3rd Place Overall, Junior Marshall Spencer - 5th Place Overall, and Sophomore Tyler Brummett - 13th Place Overall. Congratulations again to all members of the team for their successful play in the SHL Golf Match.

S.H.L. Girls Preview Schedule

GIRLS PREVIEW GAMES ON FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 18TH @ PEEBLES HIGH SCHOOL

5:00 PM - LYNCHBURG-CLAY VS. RIPLEY
6:00 PM - NORTH ADAMS VS. FAYETTEVILLE
7:00 PM - WEST UNION VS. FAIRFIELD
8:00 PM - EASTERN VS. MANCHESTER
9:00 PM - PEEBLES VS. WHITEOAK [more...]

MHS & MES Parent/Teacher Conferences
Parent teacher conferences are scheduled for Thursday, December 8th, from 4:00 to 7:00 p.m. at MES and MHS.

Early Dismissal on December 21st
We will be dismissing school at 1:00 PM on Wednesday, December 21st. There will be no After School Program on this day.

MLSD Spelling Bee Winners

MLSD held the district spelling bee on Thursday, January 19th. First Place was Roman Tolle (5th), second place Jalen James (6th), and third place Ausitn Grooms (8th). Roman and Jalen will compete in Portsmouth on Sunday, February 12^th. Congratulatoins to everyone who participtated! Click here for more details.

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Summary of Report on Hazing, Harassment...
Click the image below for the Summary of Report on Hazing, Harassment, Intimidation, and Bullying:

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Board of Education Update
Manchester Local Schools welcomes Dave McFarland to the Board of Education.

Manchester Local Schools would also like to welcome Mary Harper to the Board of Education as a returning member.

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8th Grade Fall/Winter Sports Recognition Set

Manchester will be conducting an 8^th Grade Sports Recognition Ceremony between the 7^th & 8^th Grade Boys Basketball Games versus Lynchburg-Clay on Tuesday, January 31^st. 8^th Graders who participated in Football, Cross Country, Volleyball, Basketball, and Cheerleading will be recognized. Please plan on joining MHS for this special occasion.

McDonald's Holiday Classic Information

Tuesday, December 27^th – JV Boys @ West Union (11:30 AM)…bus leaves at 10:00 AM

Tuesday, December 27^th – Varsity Girls & Varsity Boys vs. West Union @ North Adams (6:00 PM)…bus leaves at 4:15 PM

Wednesday, December 28^th – JV Boys @ West Union (Time TBA)…bus leaves TBA

Thursday, December 29^th – Consolation Games @ North Adams (6:00 PM)…bus leaves TBA

Friday, December 30^th – Championship Games @ North Adams (6:00 PM)…bus leaves TBA

MHS Christmas Music Program
On Wednesday, December 14, 2011 the MHS Music Department will hold their Christmas concert. The concert will begin at 7:00 PM in the MHS Cafetorium.
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OHSAA Foundation Game

November 19, 2011

Felicity Franklin High School Competition Gym.

Donated admission at the door $6

Bring two can food item to receive half priced admission!

All can goods will be donated to the local food pantry!

JV Boys 4:30
Varsity Girls 6:00

Varsity Boys 7:30

Gate proceeds will be donated to Fund for the kids!

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Air Evacuation Helicopter Postponed
The Air Evacuation helicopter tthat was scheduled to visit Manchester Local Schools on Tuesday, November 22nd, has been postponed due to weather conditions. It will rescheduled at a later date. [more...]

Jr. High Cross Country Off to Strong Start

The Jr. High Girls Cross Country Team has won 4 of the 6 invitationals they have competed in this season. They are 61-2 on the season. Amanda Farthing has had three 1^st place finishes and

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Lady Greyhounds Claim Kissick Klassik

The Varsity Volleyball Lady Greyhounds claimed their first ever Kissick Klassik Championship on Saturday, October 1st. The Lady Greyhounds defeated Green in straight sets during the semi-final and then defeated Ripley in straight sets to top off the rematch of last year's final. Emotions ran high as the team was presented their trophy by Mrs. Pam Kissick. Great job Lady Greyhounds! [more...]

October Gym Schedule Posted
Go to Greyhound Athletics and click on the link to the right for the October Gym Schedule.

MHS Pictures
Senior pictures are Wednesday, November 2nd, at 8:30 a.m. Underclass pictures are Thursday, November 3rd, at 8:30 a.m. Picture forms will be sent home with students on Monday, October 31st.

MHS Juniors to Take Trip to King's Island
Last year's sophomore class performed "excellent" on the Ohio Graduation Tests. Therefore, last year's sophomores (this year's juniors) will take a trip to King's Island as a reward. The trip is scheduled for Thursday, August 11th. The bus will depart MHS at 8:00 a.m., and it will return at 6:30 p.m.

Students were mailed a letter with a permission slip, and they must bring the slip with them on Thursday, August 11th, to be permitted to attend.

The students will travel on district school buses, Every student must ride the bus to and from King's Island. Each student will need money for their food and drinks. MHS will pay for their admission to King's Island.

Updated Baseball & Softball Schedule for Week of May 9th - 13th

There have been additional changes to the baseball/softball schedule for this week. Please read the updated schedule of games for the week of Monday, May 9th, through Friday, May 13th:

Monday, May 9th, 5:00 p.m.:

Baseball (HOME) vs. West Union (Manchester McDonald's Championship Game)

Wednesday, May 11th, 5:00 p.m.:

Sofball @ Paint Valley (OHSAA Sectional Playoff Game)
Baseball @ Fairfield (Make-up SHL Game)

Thursday, May 12th, 5:00 p.m.:

Baseball @ Whiteoak (OHSAA Sectional Playoff Game & SHL Make-up Game)

Monday, May 16th, 5:00 p.m.:

Softball @ Whiteoak (SHL Make-up Game)

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Ohio Graduation Test Make-ups
The Ohio Graduation Test make-up exams will be given this week (Monday, March 21st, through Friday, March 25th).

MLSD Board of Education Vacancy

Due to the resignation of board member Fredricka Jenkins, there is a vacancy on the Manchester Local School District Board of Education and the remaining board members have until April 10th to fill the seat.

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Afterschool Cancellation Dates
There will be no Afterschool on the following dates:
   February 22nd - Parent/Teacher Conferences
   February 24th - Girls Tournament Game
   March 2nd - Boys Tournament Game [more...]

Elementary/Junior High Spelling Bee Tuesday, February 22nd, 7:00 P.M.
The Elementary/Junior High Spelling Bee will be held in the High School Cafeteria at 7:00 P.M. on Tuesday, February 22nd. The public is invited. [more...]

Congratulations to the Varsity Boys Basketball Team!
Congratulations to the varsity boys basketball team on a great season. The boys' season ended in the regional final vs. Harvest Prep. The team gave an outstanding effort and made their school and community proud!

Last Day For Afterschool Intervention is Friday, May 13th
Please be reminded that the last day for our Afterschool Intervention Services will be Friday, May 13th.

Our morning session, from 6:30 A.M. -7:30 A.M., will continue through to the last day of school for students on May 25th.

MHS & MES Open House on Monday, August 15th
The open house for Manchester High School and Elementary School will be held on Monday, August 15th, from 5:00 to 7:00 p.m.

December Gym Schedule Now Posted
The December Gym Schedule is now posted. Please visit the Greyhound Athletics website to view it. [more...]

Jr. High Girls Cross Country Wins Again
The Jr. High Girls Cross Country Team kept their winning ways by taking the top spot at the West Union Invitational held on Saturday, October 1st. Way to go Lady Greyhounds!

MES Fall Carnival
MES FAll Carnival will be held on Friday, November 4th from 6:00-8:00 in the elementary school. For more information, click here. [more...]

Volleyball Tournament Bracket Posted
The Division IV Southeast District Volleyball Tournament Brackets are now posted. The Lady Greyhounds will take on Glenwood New Boston at home on Monday, October 17th in a Sectional Semi-Final Match. Game time is 6:00 PM. The winner will play at Portsmouth Notre Dame on Thursday, October 20th. Click HERE for the complete Division IV Tournament Bracket.

P/T Conferences & Interim Grades
MES and MHS will be holding their Parent/Teacher Conferences on Thursday, September 22, 2011, from 4:00-7:00 PM. Students' interim grades will be available for parents to pick up at the conferences. [more...]

MES Christmas Programs
MES Christmas Programs will be held on Monday, December 5th (K-2) and Monday, December 12th (3-6) commencing at 6:30 PM. [more...]

HS Boys Game at Eastern Brown Rescheduled
The HS Boys Basketball Game vs. Eastern Brown on Friday, January 13th was cancelled due to inclement weather. It has been rescheduled to Saturday, January 28th. The JV Game will begin at 6:00 PM.

Upcoming MHS Special Athletic Events

February 3^rd – HS Boys Basketball...5/3 Bank Night

February 4^th – HS Boys Basketball...Veterans Night

February 7^th – HS Boys Basketball...Pee Wee Night

February 14^th – HS Boys Basketball...Senior Night

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Combs Reaches Milestone
Manchester Varsity Boys Basketball Senior Travis Combs scored his 1,000th point while leading the Greyhounds to victory over SHL Rival Fairfield on Saturday, January 7th. The Staff, Students, and Community are very proud of Travis for this accomplishment. Congratulations!

MHS Names Snow Ball Royalty!
Congratulations to the following students for being named to the 2012 Snow Ball Court:

Junior High Representatives:
Kylie Lucas, Cassie Campbell, and Arturo Hernandez
Summer Wilbur and Kory Franklin
Natasha Curtis and Austin Hughes
Aliya Wells, Marissa Gulley, and Mason Applegate

Junior High Prince and Princess:
Austin Huges and Kylie Lucas

9th and 10th Grade Representatives:
Brooke Butcher and Tommy Denning
Tera Himes and Phillip Thomas
Keisha Palmer and Brandon Saunders
Hannah Rideout and Tyler Brummett
Faith Sutton and Billy Streetman
Savannah Tucker and Kore Newman

9th and 10th Grade Prince and Princess:
Tyler Brummett and Hannah Rideout

11th and 12th Grade Representatives:
Kelsey Tadlock and Jason Francis
Lynnsey Applegate, Cassidy Applegate, and Tylor Saunders
McKaylan Stamper and Brady McKirby
Chandler Rigdon and Travis Combs
Britny Stapleton and Corey Lind
Kassidy Stricklett, Ashley Skaggs and Dylan Ricketts

11th and 12th Grade King and Queen:
Jason Francis and Britny Stapleton

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January Gym Schedule
Click HERE for the January Gym Schedule. It can also be found in Greyhound Athletics.

Combs & Tadlock Awarded Wendy's H.S. Heisman
Congratulations to Travis Combs and Jeanna Tadlock for being named Wendy's High School Heismand recipients. They earned this honor by virtue of their academic and athletic accomplishments at MHS. All athletes from the area who were awarded the High School Heisman were honored at a luncheon at Buffalo Wild Wings in Portsmouth on November 9th. Travis and Jeanna received a framed certificate and a medal.

Healthy Cuisine for Kids Workshop
Manchester Local School District is hosting a four hour training/workshop offered by the Ohio Department of Education, Office of Child Nutrition on October 12, 2011 at Manchester High School from 2:30-6:30 pm. [more...]

AEP Energy Efficiency Program
Shaun Semran, AEP Customer Service Representative presented an incentive check in the amount of $22,746.23 to Manchester Local School District Treasurer, Karen Ballengee. The District participated in the AEP energy efficiency program, gridSMART, to reduce electric usage in the schools.

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Greyhound Golfers Qualify to Districts
Congratulations to Malachi Evans, Tyler Brummett, and Marshall Spencer on qualifying for the Division III District Golf Tournament to be held in Circleville on Tuesday, October 4th. We wish each golfer the best of luck!

MHS Athletic Boosters Meeting
The next MHS Athletic Boosters Meeting will be held on Wednesday, November 9th at 5:30 PM in the MHS Round Room.

Manchester SBHC Already Exceeding Enrollment Target
URL: http://blogs.healthfoundation.org

Author: Francie Wolgin

Yesterday Kelly Firesheets and I visited one of our newest School-Based Health Centers located in Manchester School in Adams County. While only in operation a few weeks, it was impressive that they have already enrolled 620 students and school personnel! The staff was busy seeing a steady stream of children. [more...]

Mad Hatter Reads To MES Students

Disney's Mad Hatter came to read to students in grades kindergarten - 3rd grade on Friday, October 28th. He read his favorite story, "Alice in Wonderland." [more...]

SUMMER FOOD SERVICE PROGRAM CLOSED
Friday, July 15th will be the final day for the Summer Food Service Program. [more...]

Public School Choice
Click HERE for a letter pertaining to Public School Choice.

Healthy Ohio Day - May 18, 2011
For the past several years, Ohio has encouraged all schools to participate in “Healthy Ohio Fitness Activities”. Manchester Local Schools has done so in years past. This year, May 18^th has been proclaimed as “Healthy Ohio Day”. Manchester Schools realizes the benefits of health and wellness. Studies show that healthier students have a better chance to succeed in school...

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Varsity Boys Basketball Team Earns Number One Seed for Sectional/District
Congratulations to the varsity boys basketball team for being voted the number one seed for the Division IV Southeast Sectional/District Tournament. The boys will open tournament play on Wednesday, March 2nd, against the winner of the New Boston vs. Sciotoville East game. The game will begin at 6:15 p.m. at Northwest High School. To view or print the brackets, please click the following link:

http://www.seodab.org/brackets/2011/bbkboys/d4.pdf
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VACANCY NOTICE-HIGH SCHOOL PRINCIPAL

The Manchester Local School District is accepting applications for the position of HIGH SCHOOL PRINCIPAL.

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OHSAA Mandatory Meeting Make-Up Date is August 15th
There will be a Make-Up OHSAA Mandatory Meeting on Monday, August 15th following the Open House for Manchester Schools. The meeting will begin around 7:00 PM and should only take an hour. Attendance at the meeting is an OHSAA requirement for all Fall Sports Athletes and their Parents...Proud to be a Greyhound!

FREE SPORTS PHYSICALS
Dr. Charles Miller in cooperation with Advanced Regional Therapy (ART) will be providing physicals free of charge for the 2011-2012 school year. Athletes can get their physicals on August 10, 2011 starting promptly at 3:00 PM. Physicals will be performed by Dr. Miller and therapists from Advanced Regional Therapy. All physicals will be conducted at ART located in the lower level of the Ohio Valley Manor. Athletes under 18 years of age must bring the consent form signed by a parent or guardian if they will be seen without their parent or guardian present. There will be no exceptions. For questions, please call 937-392-4318 Ext. 234.

Click here for forms and information.

Statewide Ballot Issues

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Cheerleaders Fair Well at Brown County
The Jr. High and High School Cheer Squads competed at the Brown County Fair on Wednesday, September 28th. The Jr. High Squad received a 3rd Place finish while the High School Squad brought home the Runner-Up trophy. Both squads will compete again at Fayetteville High School on Saturday, November 5th. Keep up the great work ladies!

Rick Foster Honored by State Association
MANCHESTER - Rick Foster, president of the Manchester Local Schools Board of Education in Adams County, has been recognized for his service to a statewide association of school boards.

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MLSD Preschool Program begins Aug. 23, 2011

Manchester Local School District’s Preschool Program will begin on August 23, 2011 for the 2011-2012 school year.

Before your preschool student can attend, the following documentation must be on file with Head Start:

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2010-11 SCHOOL CALENDAR UPDATE
On Wednesday, April 13th Governor Kasich signed into law House Bill 36 which increases the school calamity days from (3) three to (5) five days. [more...]

Penny Drive for K-9 Unit
Mr. Brian Rau, MES Principal, delivered a check to Police Chief Bruce Troutman to help fund the K-9 Unit from money raised by MES students. The total amount raised was $724.45. [more...]

Preschool Registration May 10th
Sign up for 2011-2012 Preschool will be held on Tuesday, May 10th from 1:00-6:00 P.M. in the Elementary Cafeteria. Parents need to bring Proof of income, Birth certificate and Shot record. Questions concerning Preschool should be adressed to Betty Cole (549-4777).

Kindergarten Registration May 10th
Kindergarten registration will be held on Tuesday, May 10th. It will be held in the Elementary Cafeteria from 1:00-6:00 P.M. Parents need to bring 1. Birth Certificate, 2. Immunization Records, 3. Social Security Card (child's and parent's) and 4.Custody Papers (if applicable).
The Southern Ohio Health Network will be available to provide Free Health Physicals. [more...]

Credit Flexibility Guidelines
Credit Flexibility applies to any alternative coursework, assignment and/or performance that demonstrates proficiency qualified to be awarded equivalent graduation credit as applied for and approved in advance by the school district. Approved credit awarded through this policy will be posted on the student's transcript and counted toward student grade point average (GPA), class rank and as graduation credit in the related subject area or as an elective.

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