Manchester 

Jr./Sr. High 

Announcements

Monday April 29th 

On Friday, the Track Team traveled to Leslie for the Blackhawk Invitational, where both the Men’s and Women’s team took 8th place. This was arguably our best showing of the season with the amount of improvement shown! Some of the highlights include:

 -Grant Johnson placed 2nd in the Long Jump and 2nd in the 300m Hurdles with a time of 42.51 which is a personal best, and puts him in great position for seeding at the regional.

 -Siera Jedele placed 5th in the 100m Hurdles with a time of 18.17, and the 300m Hurdles with a time of 53.44 which was good for 6th place. Both were big personal improvements

 -Caroline Mason – placed 5th in the 1600m with a PR time of 6:25, and a 4th place finish in the 3200m with another big PR time of 14:28

 -Cade Sayer took 7th in the 800m and dropped 4 seconds off his time by running a 2:15

 -Nathan Fletcher PR’ed in the Disc with a throw of 112’ and a 5th place finish to go along with his 5th place finish in the Shot Put 

-Gianna Turek placed 4th in the 200m with a PR time of 29.96

 -The Men’s 4x200m Relay of Carson Horky, Mason Meyer, Jayden Johnson, and Grant Johnson took 4th place with their best time of the season at 1:37.9 

-The Women’s 4x100m Relay took 2nd place with a season best time of 56.1, which consisted of Olivia Woods, Halle Parks, Siera Jedele, and Abbi Austin.  

-And in the most dramatic race of the night, under the lights our 4x400m Relay team improved their time by 8 seconds to finish in 4th place overall with a team of Cade Sayer, Morris Pengel, Carson Horky, and Grant Johnson. They missed out on 2nd place by less than a second. Go Dutch! 

Wednesday April 24th



Congratulations to the following Fair Queen Candidates :



Freshman

Kylie Frazier-Slone

Brook Nord

Ava Rentfro

ALT Amanda Heiber


Sohomore

Madelynn Bennett

Halle Parks

Olivia Woods

ALT Jolene Line


Juniors

Laura Blair

Memphis Conklin

Savannah Roe

ALT Isabella Duvall


Seniors

Alina Baron

Lauren Blaine

Gabriella Woods

ALT Grace Majewski


The Flying Dutchmen Track team defended their home turf last night and dominated East Jackson 115-20 on the women’s side, and 101-35 on the men’s side! There were so many PR’s last night, but special shout outs to:

 -Teagan Clarke for clearing 6’ in Pole Vault and placing in 3 events, including the back to back 2 mile and 4x4 relay!

 -Amanda Hieber for stepping up and running 2 winning relay legs and placing third in the 1600m -Caroline Mason, for PR’ing in the 2 mile and winning the mile, as well as taking 2nd in high jump, and 3rd in the 100m hurdles.

 -Our 800m crew of Eline Dumont, Megan McClennan, Madelynn Bennett, Ella Turek, Julia Gratacos Jodar, Cade Sayer, and Morris Pengel for all having big PR’s!

 -Hunter Anderson and Alec Dodak for PR’s in the 1600m.

 -Both the men’s and women’s 4x200m Relay teams running season best times (Olivia Woods, Valerie Hieber, Siera Jedele, and Gianna Turek, and Carson Horky, Mason Meyer, Jayden Johnson, and Grant Johnson)!

 -Our Throwing crew for having PR’s in Shot, Mason Meyer, Seth Myers, Brett Brothers, Memphis Felzcak, and in Disc Nathan Fletcher, Lucas Brothers, Braylin Deschoff, Seth Myers, Faith Branner, and Alina Baran! -And to our oldest Hurdle Turtle, Addie Gale for a PR in the 100m Hurdles! Go Dutch!! 

Monday April 22nd

On Saturday, the Track and Field team took home the 2nd place Trophy in the Coed Royal Invitational at Blissfield in cold and windy conditions! Grant Johnson was named "King of the Meet" for his 1st place finishes in the Long Jump, 300m Hurdles, 2nd in the 400m, and 3rd in the 200m. 

Other highlights included, the combined 4x400m Relay teams taking first place and they consisted of Valorie Hieber, Ellie Marsh, Eline Dumont, and Gianna Turek on the women's side, and Mason Meyer, Luis Baron, Harper Doyle, and Cade Sayer on the men's side. Our High Jumpers of Alexander Woods, Carson Horky, Olivia Woods, and Caroline Mason took a combined 1st place. Nathan Fletcher, Cody Branner, Valorie Hieber, and Faith Branner took 1st in the Shot Put. Our Hurdle Turtles, consisting of Grant Johnson, Sawyer Lutton, Siera Jedele, and Valorie Hieber took a combined 1st place in the 300m Hurdles. Go Dutch!! 



Wednesday, April 17

The Flying Dutchmen had their first Double Dual Meet of the season tonight against Napoleon and Michigan Center and both the Men’s and Women’s team took home wins against Michigan Center!! We got support in all areas from Throws, Jumps, Hurdles, Distance, Sprints, and Relays! Some meet highlights were: Nathan Fletcher 1st/1st and PR in Shot Cody Branner took 1st/2nd in Disc Landon Lavigne took 2nd/3rd and PR in Disc Valorie Hieber 1st/2nd and PR in Shot Eline Dumont took 1st/1st in Pole Vault Olivia Woods took 1st/2nd in High Jump Tommy Johnson 1st/3rd in Long Jump Siera Jedele 1st/2nd in 100m/300m Hurdles Grant Johnson 1st/2nd and PR in 200, and 1st/3rd in 300m Hurdles Ellie Marsh 1st/2nd and PR in the 400 Abbi Austin 1st/3rd in the 100 Carson Horky picked up a big 3rd place and PR in the 400 Cade Sayer 1st/2nd in the 800 Hunter Anderson 1st/2nd in both the 1600m and 3200m Men’s 4x800m Relay of Hunter, Jesse Sangster, Morris Pengel, and Cade PR’ed by 22 seconds and took two 1st places Women’s 4x400m Relay of Valorie, Ellie, Eline, and Gianna Turek took 2 1st places It came down to the Men’s 4x400m Relay of Mason Meyer, Cade, Harper Doyle, and Grant that we needed to win the event to win the meet against MC and they came through! Great job to all tonight! It helped having our captain, Lydia Bennett, there too! It was a great night! Go Dutch!!!! 

Senior fines must be paid before May 17th.

Just a reminder, if you are bringing a guest to Prom the dance form, must be filled out by Friday.  This includes any underclass going to prom. 



Monday April 15th 


Just a reminder, if you are bringing a guest to Prom the dance form, must be filled out by Friday.  This includes any underclass going to prom.


Bus #17 will not be running AM or PM today or tomorrow

There will be a short meeting for current 7th or 8th grade boys interested in playing Basketball next year this Wednesday April 17th during A Lunch ....current 9-11th grade boys interested will meet during B lunch.  The meetings will be held in the Student Activity Room.



Thursday, April 11th

Due to the weather today The Varsity Baseball games at Sand Creek have been cancelled. We are working on finding a make up date.


Tuesday, April 9th

Seniors have their graduation form; These must be turned in by April 30, 2024

           April 27 Prom at Robin Hills Farm

April 30         Graduation Forms due

May 1 Future Decision Day (wear swag that represents your future plans)

May 17         Last Day for Seniors!


May 22 Manchester High School Awards Night 6pm in Auditorium

May 23 Baccalaureate 7pm at Manchester Methodist Church

May 24 Deadline for teachers to submit senior grades

May 30 Senior breakfast and MANDATORY graduation practice

MHS commons 9:00 AM

June 2               1:00 pm ~ All graduates report to Auditorium

2:00 pm Class of 2024 Graduation Ceremony-Dutch Stadium





Tuesday, April 2nd. 

Attention Juniors and Seniors:


Put on your cowboy boots, grab your partner and get ready to dance. “Nobody cares if you can't dance. Just get up and dance. ” On April 27th from 6-11 at Robin Hills Farm in Chelsea the  Class of 2025 will host Prom. Tickets will be on sale during B lunch this week and next.  You can also scan the QR code on the posters around the school and order your tickets. Tickets will be delivered the following day. 


Any questions see Ms Armstrong 


If you are bringing a guest to the dance you must fill out a dance form.  Stop by the office 

Students check your email for lunch options for April 9th. 



Monday, April 1st. 

JBL Bridal will be in the week of April 4th during lunch for a tuxedo fitting. 

The prom is on Saturday, April 27th at Robin Hills Farm.  

If you are bringing a guest to the dance you must fill out a dance form.  Stop by the office 

Students check your email for lunch options for April 9th. 

Fair queen ballots coming soon....




Thursday, March 21st


MIDDLE SCHOOL TRACK 

PLEASE MEET AT THE TRACK FOR PRACTICE ON MONDAY APRIL 1ST 3PM- 5PM. 

PLEASE WEAR SWEATS OR WARM CLOTHES TO PRACTICE

ATHLETE PICK-UP WILL BE AT THE HIGH SCHOOL BY THE GYM AT 5PM. 

IF YOU HAVE ANY QUESTIONS PLEASE CONTACT 

COACH EMILY TUCKER 734-585-4559 OR COACH HOLLY HORODECZNY 734-368-6262. 

WE LOOK FORWARD TO SEEING YOU ON MONDAY APRIL 1ST, 3PM AT THE TRACK. GO DUTCH!


Wednesday, March 20th

Congratulations to our March students of the month!

7th Grade: Isabella Rattray 

8th Grade: Elena Houttekier 

Freshman: Isabel Bucholtz 

Sophomore: Emma Harris 

Junior: Jake Dalton 

Senior: Lydia Bennett 


Monday, March 18th


Friday, March 22 is the end of the 3rd marking period. 


Spring Break is Monday, March 25- Friday, March 29. 


Seniors check your email for a new scholarship offer.

JB Bridal will be in the week of April 4th during lunch for a tuxedo fitting. 

The prom is on Saturday, April 27th at Robin Hills Farm. 


Thursday, March 14th


Friday, March 15 is early release 12:15


Friday, March 22 is the end of the 3rd marking period. 


Spring Break is Monday, March 25- Friday, March 29. 


Seniors check your email for a new scholarship offer. 


The coffee break is on Monday.


Thursday, March 7th

Reminder for any student-athletes planning on playing a spring sport. Practices for high school sports starts Monday March 11th and Middle School Track practice starts Monday April 1st. You must have a current sports physical on file with the athletic department before you will be allowed to practice! Physicals must be dated after April 15th, 2023 to be valid. 

Tuesday, March 5th

Any 9th thru 12th grader who is interested in playing baseball this year, there will be a sign-up and informational meeting tomorrow Wednesday March 6th during lunch in Mr. Smith's room #205 


Monday March 4th

High school softball tryouts start Monday, March 11th on the varsity softball field right after school. You must have a physical turned in to participate. 

Any 7th or 8th Grader interested in the Junior Equestrian Team, please sign up in the office. 

MAYS is looking for Umpires $45 per game.... sign up sheet in HS office.  The season is April 29th - June 30th.

Are you looking for a place to meet, support, and celebrate LGBTQ+ students and allies?  Do you want to make a positive difference in your school and community? If you answered yes to any of these questions, then you should join the LGBTQ+ club!

The LGBTQ+ club is a student-led group that provides a safe and welcoming space for students of all identities and orientations. The club meets every week to discuss issues, share experiences, plan events, and have fun. The club also promotes awareness, education, and advocacy for LGBTQ+ rights and inclusion.

The LGBTQ+ club is open to anyone who is interested, regardless of how you identify or who you love. You don’t have to be LGBTQ+ to join, you just have to be respectful and supportive. The club is a great way to make new friends, find community, and express yourself.

If you are interested, sign up in Mrs. Morton's classroom:  (room 210).


Friday, March 1st.

Yearbooks are still on sale, but numbers are extremely limited. Once we sell out, that is all we will have. If you think you will want a yearbook, make sure to get your order in today to guarantee your book.


Friday, March 15 is early release 12:15


Friday, March 22 is the end of the 3rd marking period. 


Spring Break is Monday, March 25- Friday, March 29. 


2024 VARSITY GOLF TRYOUTS

When:  March 14th & 15th 4:00-6:00 pm Where: Miles of Golf Ann Arbor 

Who: Open to all high school students, boys or girls

Email RSVP to: manchesterdutchgolf@gmail.com


Band festival

Our bands are performing today at 3:00 PM (HS Band).


Congratulations to our February students of the month. 7th Grade: Luke Walsh 

8th Grade: Brooklyn Herrst

 Freshman: Zoe Hadden 

Sophomore: Abigail Austin 

Junior: Brady Reed 

Senior: Maggie Feldkamp Congratulations! Please see Mrs. Zygner in room 200 to receive your certificate and take a picture.


Yearbooks are still on sale, but numbers are extremely limited. Once we sell out, that is all we will have. If you think you will want a yearbook, make sure to get your order in today to guarantee your book.



Friday, March 15 is early release 12:15


Friday, March 22 is the end of the 3rd marking period. 


Spring Break is Monday, March 25- Friday, March 29. 


2024 VARSITY GOLF TRYOUTS

When:  March 14th & 15th 4:00-6:00 pm Where: Miles of Golf Ann Arbor 

Who: Open to all high school students, boys or girls

Email RSVP to: manchesterdutchgolf@gmail.com







Wednesday, February 28


Congratulations to our February students of the month. 7th Grade: Luke Walsh 

8th Grade: Brooklyn Herrst

 Freshman: Zoe Hadden 

Sophomore: Abigail Austin 

Junior: Brady Reed 

Senior: Maggie Feldkamp Congratulations! Please see Mrs. Zygner in room 200 to receive your certificate and take a picture.


Yearbooks are still on sale, but numbers are extremely limited. Once we sell out, that is all we will have. If you think you will want a yearbook, make sure to get your order in today to guarantee your book.



Friday, March 15 is early release 12:15


Friday, March 22 is the end of the 3rd marking period. 


Spring Break is Monday, March 25- Friday, March 29. 


2024 VARSITY GOLF TRYOUTS

When:  March 14th & 15th 4:00-6:00 pm Where: Miles of Golf Ann Arbor 

Who: Open to all high school students, boys or girls

Email RSVP to: manchesterdutchgolf@gmail.com





Tuesday, February 27 


Optional track practice today will be from 4pm-5pm.


2024 VARSITY GOLF TRYOUTS

 When:  March 14th & 15th 4:00-6:00 pm Where: Miles of Golf Ann Arbor 

Who: Open to all high school students, boys or girls

 Email RSVP to: manchesterdutchgolf@gmail.com



Monday, February 26- 8th-grade parents will attend curriculum night from 6-8.


Friday, March 15 is early release 12:15


Friday, March 22 is the end of the 3rd marking period. 


Spring Break is Monday, March 25- Friday, March 29. 




Monday, February 26


Kenzie Morgan finished in 2nd place in the MHSAA Singles division and qualified for the Mhsaa State Finals this coming Saturday in Muskegon.  

The Boys team finished in 4th in the team 


2024 VARSITY GOLF TRYOUTS

 When:  March 14th & 15th 4:00-6:00 pm Where: Miles of Golf Ann Arbor 

Who: Open to all high school students, boys or girls

 Email RSVP to: manchesterdutchgolf@gmail.com



Monday, February 26- 8th-grade parents will attend curriculum night from 6-8.


Friday, March 15 is early release 12:15


Friday, March 22 is the end of the 3rd marking period. 


Spring Break is Monday, March 25- Friday, March 29. 


Thursday, February 22


2024 VARSITY GOLF TRYOUTS

 When:  March 14th & 15th 4:00-6:00pm Where: Miles of Golf Ann Arbor 

Who: Open to all high school students, boys or girls

 Email RSVP to: manchesterdutchgolf@gmail.com



Monday, February 26- 8th-grade parents will attend curriculum night from 6-8.


Friday, March 15 is early release 12:15


Friday, March 22 is the end of the 3rd marking period. 


Spring Break is Monday, March 25- Friday, March 29. 







Wednesday, February 14


Attention all high school students interested in track and field! We are excited to announce that the track season will officially begin on March 11. If you did not get the sign-up in your email, please stop into the office and sign-up on the paper form. We have some optional practices starting on Thursday, February 15 from 3:45 pm to 4:45 pm. These practices will provide a great opportunity for you to get a head start and prepare for the upcoming season. If you're interested in participating or want to learn more about track and field, please be sure to look around the school for flyers with more information. If you have any questions or need further clarification, feel free to reach out to either Coach Coltre, Coach Johnson or Coach Scharpenberg. They will be more than happy to assist you. We look forward to seeing you on the track and making this season a memorable one! 


Congratulations to Peyton Fether for becoming the 5th Manchester girls player to score 1,000 points in a career. 






Friday, February 9th


Manchester Varsity Wrestling-District champs!!


No school on Friday, February 16 and 19th. 


Thursday, February 8th


Congratulations to Lydia Bennett; as she qualified for State FFA Competition last night at Regionals in Saline.  Great Job Lydia 

We congratulate the Manchester High School Varsity Wrestling Team on earning the 2024 Cascades Conference Championship with a a total score of 220 points, besting second place Napoleon (160.5 points), third place Addison (110.5 points) and fourth place Leslie (106 points).  The following student-athletes won their weight class and are Conference Champions in these weight classes:

Onyx Ostrum (113)

Sammy Stewart (120)

Nathan Meyer (138)

Blake Sloan (144)

Gunner Carson (175)

Nathan Fletcher (215)

We congratulate the entire team on their Cascades Conference Championship and encourage everyone to be there to cheer them on this Thursday, February 8th at Saint Mary's Catholic Central in Monroe beginning at 5:30 p.m. for the Team Districts, and this Saturday, February 10th at Manchester Jr./Sr. High School beginning at 9:00 a.m. for the Individual Districts!  Great Job, Wrestlers!



Sign-up sheets for spring sports are in the office.  Track and field sign up has been sent to student emails. 




Tuesday, January 30th


January Students of the Month

 7th- Christian Morrow

 8th- Eli Finnegan

 Freshman- Teagan Clarke

 Sophomore- Ella Turek 

Junior- Sarah Stommen 

Senior- Kannon Duffing 

Congratulations! Please see Mrs. Zygner in room 200 to receive your certificate and take a photo. 


Seniors!


The deadline for the scholarships is 2/2/2024 by 3:00.  




Thursday, January 25th 

This Friday, January 26, is the LAST day to pre-order the 2024 yearbooks! For seniors, this is also the last day to submit senior recognition ads and senior photos, as well as senior spotlight photos. The links for all of these are below. If you have any questions, please reach out to our 2024 yearbook adviser, Mrs. Zygner, at czygner@mcs.k12.mi.us. There will NOT be extra yearbooks available for purchase on distribution day, so this is your LAST CHANCE to get a book!


To order the High School yearbook and/or submit a senior recognition ad: https://www.yearbooknerds.com/manchester-high-school


To submit High School photos: High School Photo Submission


To order the Junior High (7th & 8th Grade) yearbook: http://jostensyearbooks.com/?ref=A01097407


To submit Junior High photos: Junior High Photo Submission


Attention all students planning on playing football in the fall.  The start of the second semester begins the"The Process" for the season ahead.  Those not involved in winter sports can begin training at 3:00 after school on Monday January 29th.  These sessions are open to all middle school and high school players.  Workouts will conclude by 4:00 each day. 


Wednesday, January 24th  SNOW DAY


Tuesday, January 23rd   SNOW DAY


Monday, January 22nd

Friday, January 26 is the LAST DAY to buy the yearbook! That's this Friday! Make sure you get your orders in- you won't want to miss it!

Friday is the last day to submit senior recognition ads! Several people have started creating them, but have not finished them. Make sure to finish by Friday or your recognition ad won't make it into the yearbook! Space is limited and based on completion!



Thursday, January 18th

Have you purchased your yearbook? If not, you should order soon! The last day to guarantee your copy is January 26! After that, there may be limited copies available, but it is unlikely. The yearbook staff has been working hard to put together a great book- you won't want to miss it! Yearbooks will be distributed on May 17. 


SENIORS A REMINDER  SCHOLARSHIP APPLICATIONS ARE DUE BY FRIDAY, FEBRUARY 2ND AT 3 PM. 


Winter Wonderland Dance 9th-12th grade January 27th from 8-11 pm $10.00 at the door


Tuesday - Wednesday January 16-17 SNOW DAY


Friday, January 12th SNOW DAY


Thursday, January 11th

Based on the weather predictions for the next couple days and the distance we would need to travel for the Bad Axe Invitational, after talking with Coach Vlcek we have decided to withdraw from Saturday's event.  


Monday, January 8th

Any high school girl interested in playing softball, please sign up in Mr. Fether's room. We are starting 4-player workouts this Sunday. 


Sign-up for Baseball Winter Workouts is now available! See Mr. Smith in Room 205; if you are interested! 



Manchester Young Guns is a National award winning shotgun shooting team that participates in Trap, Skeet and Sporting Clays for the Scholastic Clay Target Program and is also a school accredited program allowing you to earn your Manchester varsity letter! If you would like to join our team or find out more information, please come to our registration for the upcoming season starting in March.


Registration:

Where: Manchester HS- Student Activity Center


When: Tues 1/16 and Thurs 1/18 from 6-8pm 


Thursday, December 21st

Congrats to December Students of the Month!

 7th- Samantha Gautz

 8th- Anna Duvall

 9th- Sammy Muntz

 10th- Siera Jedele

 11th- Evan Lasky 

12th- Miranda Austin 


Tuesday, December 19th

Any 7th or 8th grade girls interested in playing basketball or anyone interested in MS Wrestling this year please sign up in the office.  Practices will start on January 8th after school. Girls basketball will take the transfer bus to Riverside for practice from 3 to 5. You must have a sports physical on file in the office in order to practice.


Monday, December 18th


Winter break is Monday, December 25-Friday January 5, 2024


Spirit week for students December 18-22

  M - Dress in favorite holiday colors

  T - Dress like Santa and his helpers

  W - Winter Wonderland - dress in as much white as possible

  TH - Wear that Ugly Sweater

   F -  Pajama Day!


Thursday, December 14

If you are planning on playing baseball this spring (Grades 9-12), Next Tuesday, Dec. 19th, During B Lunch, get your lunch and proceed to Mr. Smith's room 205 for an informational meeting.



Tuesday, December 7th

9-12th graders, if you are interested in being a part of the high school robotics team, there will be an informational meeting on Wednesday December 13th @ 5:30 pm.  The meeting will be held at the old Ackerson building at 410 City Rd., across from the fairgrounds.


The cooking class will be having a holiday cookie bake sale on Friday, December 15, during B lunch. They are making ginger cookies, chocolate chip, chocolate crackle, and snickerdoodles. Cookies are $1 each or buy two, get TWO free! That's 4 cookies for $2! 


Holiday Shopping this Wednesday and Friday during A and B lunches.

Sponsored by Our own MHS JR Student Businesses. Cash and Credit accepted these will make great Christmas gifts.


Wednesday, December 6th

The girls bowling team is still looking for a couple of bowlers. See Mrs. Collins in the office if you are interested.



Friday, December 1st


Winter break is Monday, December 25-Friday January 5, 2024

Student of the Month for November is:

7th Grade: Charlotte Williams 8th Grade: Madilyn Bennett 9th Grade: Tucker Jones 10th Grade: Lucy Baran 11th Grade: Ben Pauly 12th Grade: Katelyn Simpson   


The girls bowling team is looking for a couple of bowlers.  Join them @ Chelsea Lanes Tuesday December 5th @ 3:30 for practice if you are interested.



Wednesday November 15th 

    Monday November 20th there will be a 15 minute coffee break between 2nd and 3rd periods.  We will be selling coffee and donuts for $1.00 each. Bring in a couple of dollars and enjoy!


Monday November 13th

Varsity and JV girls basketball practice starts Monday, November 20th from 3-5pm. You need to have a physical turned in before you can participate. 


Any 7th or 8th grade girls interested in playing basketball or anyone interested in MS Wrestling this year please sign up in the office.


Tuesday November 6th

The high school bowling season is quickly approaching and we're looking for students to join both the boys and girls team.  Tryout practices will begin on Monday November 13 from 3:30 to 5pm at Chelsea Lanes and also Tuesday the 14th and Thursday the 16th at the same times. 

All students wishing to participate on the teams are welcome. No prior experience is needed. Balls and shoes will be provided. Weekly practices are on Monday, Tuesday and Thursday 3:30 to 5pm. 

Any students wishing to join or even just come and try it out must have a current MHSAA physical on file in the Athletic Office. 

A sign up sheet is posted in the main office and it also has coach Sheats phone number on it if anyone has any questions. 

The Manchester Flying Dutchmen Bowling teams are a great way to have a lot of fun and learn a growing sport all while earning a varsity letter. 


Looking forward to another fun year!


Coach Sheats

GO DUTCH!




Friday November 3rd

Tomorrow is the big day! Make sure to wish Grant Johnson the best of luck as he competes at Cross Country States tomorrow at MIS in Brooklyn! The race begins at 11:30am and the cost is $11 to get in. Grant has been working hard to prepare for this moment. We are proud of all he has accomplished and we have no doubt that he will give it his all on the course. Good luck, Grant, and know that we are cheering you on every step of the way!

      Our October students of the month are: Layah Thomas (7) Caleb Weidmayer (8) Kimberly Sharp (9) Grant Johnson (10) Nathan Fletcher (11) Alexandria Benedict (12) 

     



Wednesday, November 1st.


No 8th grade boys basketball practice today


Nov 1st Senior Class Meeting - Cap & Gown & Panorama 1:45 pm

Class ring information meeting for sophomores and Juniors in the Media Center on Nov 1st. 


Do you have photos to share with the yearbook? Please send them to the following links. 


Jr High (7th & 8th Grade Photo Submission Link


Sr High Senior Recognition Ad AND Senior Photo Submission Link



Tuesday October 31st

Nov 1st Senior Class Meeting - Cap & Gown & Panorama 1:45 pm

Class ring information meeting for sophomores and Juniors in the Media Center on Nov 1st. 


Do you have photos to share with the yearbook? Please send them to the following links. 


Jr High (7th & 8th Grade Photo Submission Link


Sr High Senior Recognition Ad AND Senior Photo Submission Link


Picture re-take is November 1st from 10 am




Monday October 30th 


Picture re-take is November 1st from 10 am



The cooking class is having their first bake sale on October 31 during B lunch. There will be cookies, cupcakes, brownies, and chocolate-covered pretzels! Remember to bring cash to buy your favorites before they are gone!

Did you know that if you buy your yearbook during the month of October, you will be entered to win a raffle for a $15 Amazon gift card? If you buy now, you will also get one of the lowest prices of the year! The Junior High yearbook is currently only $30, and the Senior High book is only $50, but these prices won't last! Buy now and lock in these low rates, and maybe win a gift card!

Seniors, there is a meeting about class rings and caps and gown ordering on Wednesday Nov 1 during 6th hour in the auditorium. If you usually leave after 5th hour, please make arrangements to stay on Wednesday. 

Saturday the Varsity Cross Country team competed at Regionals. A huge congratulations to Grant Johnson on securing 7th place in our region and earning a spot at States! We will all be cheering for you Saturday at MIS and hoping you break that sophomore record! Alec Dodak and Zane Sayer congrats on your new PRs on that challenging course with its huge hill that you had to run twice. Thanks for the great season Dutchman please see team reach about awards. 


Thursday, October 26th


Good luck to the dedicated athletes of the cross country team as they travel to New Boston for Regionals Saturday! I know how hard you've trained to get to this point, and I have no doubt that you'll give it your all out on the course. Whether you're goal is to set a new PR or to qualify for states, know that this town is backing you up, cheering you on every step of the way. Keep pushing past your limits and inspiring the next generation of runners with your commitment and determination. Good luck, and go get 'em DUTCH! 


Wednesday, October 25


Picture re-take is November 1st from 10 am

Today Parent/Teacher Conferences from 5:00 pm- 8:00 pm.

Thursday, October 26 Parent/Teacher Conferences from 1:00-3:30 pm

Thursday, October 26 Half Day release time is 11:34 am.

No school on Friday, October 27th 



Come out and support our football team in the playoffs Friday 7:00 at Napoleon. Here is the GoFan link for tickets 

https://gofan.co/event/1183323?schoolId=MI3341&fbclid=IwAR1xcdTJ9oq8koP-HfU0NvrZFcvrlawE3X0WGoKsyr_n3MrEth_6z2rIcOI

All tickets must be purchased through GoFan. Tickets are $7 no passes accepted that includes senior and conference passes.

Hope to see everyone come out and support the team!! Go Dutch!!


Nov 1st Senior Class Meeting - Cap & Gown & Panorama 1:45 pm

Class ring information meeting for sophomores and Juniors in the Media Center on Nov 1st. 


Do you have photos to share with the yearbook? Please send them to the following links. 


Jr High (7th & 8th Grade Photo Submission Link



Sr High Senior Recognition Ad AND Senior Photo Submission Link



Tuesday, October 24

Come out and support our football team in the playoffs Friday 7:00 at Napoleon. Here is the GoFan link for tickets 

https://gofan.co/event/1183323?schoolId=MI3341&fbclid=IwAR1xcdTJ9oq8koP-HfU0NvrZFcvrlawE3X0WGoKsyr_n3MrEth_6z2rIcOI

All tickets must be purchased through GoFan. Tickets are $7 no passes accepted that includes senior and conference passes.

Hope to see everyone come out and support the team!! Go Dutch!!




Monday, October 23


Picture re-take is November 1st from 10 am

Wednesday, October 25 Parent/Teacher Conferences from 5:00 pm- 8:00 pm.

Thursday, October 26 Parent/Teacher Conferences from 1:00-3:30 pm

Thursday, October 26 Half Day release time is 11:34 am.

No school on Friday, October 27th 









Wednesday October 18th

7th or 8th grade boys interested in playing basketball please sign-up in the office.  Also if you didn’t play a Fall sport please make sure you have a sports physical before tryouts start on October 23rd. Practices will start Monday October23 from 3 to 5 @ Riverside Coach Niehaus and Coach Goricki will let you know the schedule for the rest of the week.  Athletes can take the transfer bus to practice.



Monday October 16th

7th or 8th grade boys interested in playing basketball please sign-up in the office.  Also if you didn’t play a Fall sport please make sure you have a sports physical before tryouts start on October 23rd. Practices will be M-F 3 to 5 @ Riverside.  Athletes can take the transfer bus to practice.


Picture re-takes November 1st.

Nov 1st Senior Class Meeting - Cap & Gown & Panorama 1:45 pm

Class ring information meeting for sophomores and Juniors in the Media Center on Nov 1st. 


Do you have photos to share with the yearbook? Please send them to the following links. 


Jr High (7th & 8th Grade Photo Submission Link



Sr High Senior Recognition Ad AND Senior Photo Submission Link



Wednesday October 11th


    Any 7th or 8th grade boys interested in playing basketball please sign-up in the office.  Also if you didn’t play a Fall sport please make sure you have a sports physical before tryouts start on October 23rd. More info. regarding the exact start will be available next week.




Tuesday, October 10th


Picture re-takes November 1st.

Nov 1st Senior Class Meeting - Cap & Gown & Panorama 1:45 pm

Class ring information meeting for sophomores and Juniors in the Media Center on Nov 1st. 


Do you have photos to share with the yearbook? Please send them to the following links. 


Jr High (7th & 8th Grade Photo Submission Link


Sr High Senior Recognition Ad AND Senior Photo Submission Link



Monday, October 9th 


Picture re-takes November 1st.

Nov 1st Senior Class Meeting - Cap & Gown & Panorama 1:45 pm

Class ring information meeting for sophomores and Juniors in the Media Center on Nov 1st. 


Do you have photos to share with the yearbook? Please send them to the following links. 


Jr High (7th & 8th Grade Photo Submission Link


Sr High Senior Recognition Ad AND Senior Photo Submission Link





WEDNESDAY OCTOBER 4th

Yesterday was a hot day for cross country running! Varsity boys and girls didn’t get a win but the boys really closed the gap on Leslie and made it a close meet. Congrats to Grant Johnson for winning the boys race and Hunter Anderson for taking 2nd! Middle school boys beat Leslie 15-24 with new PRs earned by Mikey O’Jack, Drew Matthies, and Joe Bailey. Also last Saturday at Stockbridge Garrett Casey set a new PR and I missed it on the announcement. Way to work Dutch! This Saturday we will be at the Hudson Booster Invitational. 

Friday is Senior Composite Day.  Please check your email if you have not signed up. 

Friday is Early Release at 12:15 pm

Monday, October 2nd

Do you have photos to share with the yearbook? Please send them to the following links. 


Jr High (7th & 8th Grade Photo Submission Link


Sr High Senior Recognition Ad AND Senior Photo Submission Link


The cross country team competed against 27 different teams at the Stockbridge Invitational on Saturday. Runners had many new PR's and SR's! New PR's were earned by Grant Johnson, Hunter Anderson, Jack Coluccy, Justin Gale, Michael Navitskis, Zane Sayer, Morris Pengel, Lydia Bennett, Ellis Stapelfeldt, Julia Gratacos, and Halle Parks. Grant Johnson taking 16th, Hunter Anderson 42nd, and Lydia Bennett 34th also earned medals for their hard work. The middle school cross country team also had stand out performances. Evan Johnson took 8th out of 176 boy runners, bringing home a medal, a new PR, and he now holds the 6th grade 2 mile record. Also running new PRS were Jackson King, Milo Ryan, and Noah Cajic! Great job to both the high school and middle school runners. Way to work Dutch! We have a home meet tomorrow against Leslie. Come cheer us on and GO DUTCH! 

Friday is Senior Composite Day.  Please check your email if you have not signed up. 

Friday is Early Release at 12:15 pm

WEDNESDAY SEPTEMBER 27th

The cross country team did a great job at the Jackson Invitational Saturday! Grant Johnson medaled taking 13th. Lydia Bennett(37th) and Hunter Anderson(38th) were also very close to medal positions! We had 4 runners with new PRs Ellis Stapelfeldt, Michael Navitskis, Alec Dodak, and Morris Pengel. Last night the Dutch faced off against East Jackson on our tough home course. Sadly the varsity boys lost 32 to 23 but the girls and middle school boys had a win. New PRs were set by Zane Sayer and Morris Pengel. Congrats to Lydia Bennett who won the girls race. For middle school Evan Johnson won the boys race and new PRs were set by Mikey O’ Jack, Garrett Casey, Drew Mathies, and Rion Bednarski. Way to work Dutch! 

Do you like working with kids?? Do you need an afterschool job?? Manchester Early Child Center is looking for 16-18 year olds to join their team! See Mrs. Stephens for more information. 

The September students of the month are:

 7th: Olivia Pinhey 8th: Gavin Horky 9th: Adalia Jarvis 10th: Brett Brothers 11th: Gunner Carson 12th: Carson Horky 

MONDAY SEPTEMBER 25th

SENIORS DON'T FORGET TO SIGN UP FOR THE COMPOSITE HEADSHOT: FRIDAY, OCTOBER 6TH 

Below is the updated link for seniors to get signed up for Senior Composites. 


https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10c0d4aafac2ea7f8c07-manchester2#/


Friday, October 6th is Senior Headshot Day.  Sign up for a time spot. 


Photographers from Michael Barton Studios will be in the Media Center at your school to take your Yearbook and Senior Pictures.  Sign up below to reserve your session with our photographers.  Session fee is 100% discounted from your first order.

This signup sheet is for YEARBOOK and the Deluxe Senior Session. Please check carefully for the session type you wish to reserve.

Please review the available time slots below and click on the button to sign up. Thank you!


Tomorrow, Wednesday September 27th is National Prayer at the pole day.  Along with other public schools we will be gathering around our High School flagpole to pray for our school, teachers, students, athletes and country.  Everyone is welcome to join @ 7:30 AM.








Wednesday, Sept 20


Thursday-Adam Sandler day

Friday -Dutch Day


Thursday, September 21st  is Powderpuff at 7:00 Pm at the Football field


Saturday, September 23rd at 8 p.m- 11 pm.  The dance is in  the High School commons

Tickets go on sale Monday, the 18th during B Lunch for $10.00


The high school cross country girls and boys teams fell to Napoleon but beat Michigan Center last night at our first conference meet. Winning the girls race was Lydia Bennett and winning the boys race was Grant Johnson. Also congratulations to Caroline Mason, Julia Gratacos, Olivia Rojas, Grant Johnson, Justin Gale, Alec Dodak, and Milo Pengel on their new PRs!!! Many of the other runners had new season records as well, it was a great race. One final congratulations to Grant Johnson whose time placed him 9th on Manchester’s Top 10 All Time record board! Our middle school boys also fell to Napoleon but beat Michigan Center. Evan Johnson won the boys race. New PRs were set by Garrett Casey, Noah Cajic, and Rion Bednarski. Congratulations everyone! The teams travel to Ella Sharp Park this Friday and Saturday for the prestigious Jackson Invite. GO DUTCH! 


Monday, Sept 18th

This past Saturday the high school cross country team competed at the MSU invite. Over 30 teams competed in the division 3 and 4 race. Grant Johnson medaled placing 18th out of 285 runners. Ellis Stapelfeldt and Olivia Rojas both ran new PRs. The whole team had a great day at MSU. Way to work runners. 



Thursday, Sept 14th

Good luck to the Equestrian Team this weekend at their last district meet on Sunday! Come out to cheer them on at the Lenawee County Fairgrounds. 


Wednesday, Sept 13th 

Homecoming court: Congratulations 

9th grade

LaDonte Johnson

Kallie Duffing

 

10th grade

Brett Brothers

Valorie Hieber

 

1th grade

Vance Williams

Memphis Conklin

 

Seniors

Luke Blumenauer

Kannon Duffing

Carson Horky

Landon Lavigne

 

Miranda Austin

Alina Baran

Lauren Blaine

Grace Majewski

A rep from the University of Michigan will be here to talk to students on Monday Sept 18th during lunch in the student activities room. Please let Mrs. Stephens know if you have questions.

Freshmen class, especially class officers need to meet in Miss. Wilkins' room after school today to figure out a plan for the hallway decorations for homecoming next week


The cross country team competed at the Leslie Blackhawk Invite against 9 teams yesterday evening. Both the boys and the girls had a ton of PR's(personal records) and SR's (season records) most by a minute or more! New PR's were earned by Grant Johnson, Hunter Anderson, Jack Coluccy, Justin Gale, Zane Sayer, Michael Navitskis, Alec Dodac, Caroline Mason and Julia Gratacos. Way to run Dutch! Our next invite is at MSU this Friday.


The middle school cross country team also had stand out performances last night. 14 schools competed. Evan Johnson took 10th out of 107 boy runners, bringing home a medal. Garrett Casey also had a new 2 mile PR! Great job runners.


Sept 18-22nd

Homecoming Week: BARBIE DISCO

Monday-Rhyme without reason- pick a friend to Rhyme with

Tuesday-Babies vs. Senior citizens 

Wednesday-Barbie career day

Thursday-Adam Sandler day

Friday -Dutch Day


Thursday, September 21st  is Powderpuff at 7:00 Pm at the Football field


Saturday, September 23rd at 8 p.m.  the Dance is in  the High School commons

Tickets go on sale Monday, the 18th during B Lunch for $10.00



If you are bringing a guest please stop by the office for a dance form. 


Picture day is Wednesday, September 20th. 


TUESDAY, SEPTEMBER 12


Sept 18-22nd

Homecoming Week: BARBIE DISCO

Monday-Rhyme without reason- pick a friend to Rhyme with

Tuesday-Babies vs. Senior citizens 

Wednesday-Barbie career day

Thursday-Adam Sandler day

Friday -Dutch Day


Thursday, September 21st  is Powderpuff at 7:00 Pm at the Football field


Saturday, September 23rd at 8 p.m.  the Dance is in  the High School commons

Tickets go on sale Monday, the 18th during B Lunch for $10.00



If you are bringing a guest please stop by the office for a dance form. 


Picture day is Wednesday, September 20th. 




Monday, September 11 




Sept 18-22nd

Homecoming Week: BARBIE DISCO

Monday-Rhyme without reason- pick a friend to Rhyme with

Tuesday-Babies vs. Senior citizens 

Wednesday-Barbie career day

Thursday-Adam Sandler day

Friday -Dutch Day


Thursday September 21st  is Powderpuff at 7:00 Pm at the Football field


Saturday, September 23rd at 8 P.m. is the Dance in the High School commons

Tickets go on sale Monday, the 18th during B Lunch for $10.00



If you are bringing a guest please stop by the office for a dance form. 


Picture day is Wednesday, September 20th. 






Friday, September 8th


The homecoming dance will be on Saturday, September 23rd.


If you are bringing a guest please stop by the office for a guest dance form.  Dance forms must be turned in no later than FRIDAY, SEPT 15TH. 


STUDENTS; Check your email to vote for the homecoming court. 


Picture day is Wednesday, September 20th.  The forms went home last week. 







Manchester Community Schools Open House taking place at Luther C. Klager Elementary, Riverside Intermediate School, and Manchester Jr./Sr. High School on Wednesday, August 23, 2023 from 5:00-7:30 p.m.


                                                   Chromebook pick-up  and Schedule changes for JR/HS  


                                                   Juniors/Seniors on August 16th from  9-12 pm and 1-3 pm 


                                                   Freshmen/Sophomores  on  August, 17th from 9-12 pm and 1-3 pm 


                                                   7th grade after orientation on August 17th 


                                                   8th grade will be on August 17th  from 9-12 pm and 1-3 pm



First day of school is August 28th at 8:00 am