March 28 and 29 are White Days
School is in session Thursday and Friday this week to make up for cancellations, and both will be White days to balance the number of Red and White days.
Student Success Through Parent Involvement
School is in session Thursday and Friday this week to make up for cancellations, and both will be White days to balance the number of Red and White days.
Celebrate our nation’s public schools during “Public Schools Week” March 25 through 29, 2019. Public education is the foundation of a 21st-century democracy and 90 percent of American children attend public schools. Public education is the major vehicle for preserving the basic values of a democratic system of government and must be supported and strengthened. … Read moreCelebrate Public Schools Week March 25-29
Congratulations to Robin Weiss who will join Marian Vassar as a Parent representative on the Manual School Based Decision Making Council. Thank you to all who voted during the College Conference Wednesday evening.
Andrew Meiners, a J&C junior, was profiled in the Courier Journal for his work sharing the likelihood of JCPS school closings on his popular Twitter account.
FYI: Graduation schedules are now set for @JCPSKY seniors. “Option 2” remains in effect as of March 12 pending that there are no more school closings. The schedule moves to the next viable option if the last day of school (currently June 5) is moved due to more closings. pic.twitter.com/Z36Tzl0My4
The 15th District PTA publishes a monthly newsletter, in partnership with JCPS Diversity, Equity and Poverty (DEP) Programs Division, called “Family Matters”. The March edition includes articles on advocating for children, scholarships and awards, and winners of the district Spelling Bee.
Kentucky PTA issued a Call to Action Tuesday in response to several pieces of legislation related to education, including HB 205 (scholarship tax credits), SB 250 (public education), HB 166 (SBDMs), and HB 525 (Teachers’ Retirement System). Information is provided in how to contact your legislators.
The Growing the Mission Gala is this Saturday at the Kindred Atrium from 6pm-12am. Three “Friends of Manual” will be honored, and attendees will enjoy a plated dinner, open bar, silent and live auctions, trivia contest throughout the evening, a bourbon and wine wall and more. Live auction items include a courtyard parking spot – … Read moreCrimson Mission Gala THIS Saturday!
New Works kicks off this weekend! New Works are student generated pieces (plays, choreography, and musical compositions) that are written, directed, designed, and performed by our students. Check out info on poster! (New Works poster design by Manual VA senior, Dacia Berry) pic.twitter.com/MFWVBVIFUE
Two Manual parents are running for the SBDM: Jim Cabral (Resume, Personal Statement) and Robin Elise Weiss (Resume, Personal Statement). Voting will happen prior to the College Conference Program (formerly called College 101 Night) on Wednesday, March 13, 5-8, so please arrive at the Auditorium a few minutes early to vote. You may vote in … Read moreMeet the SBDM Candidates