Welcome to the Media Center


Our Mission

The mission of the Manchester Elementary School's library program is to foster a love of reading, encourage self-motivated lifelong learning, and to empower students to be critical thinkers, effective and ethical users and producers of ideas and information. The Library Media Center strives to be an open and engaging space for students to explore, create, collaborate and grow.


Academic Integrity 

The library promotes the ethical use of resources and teaches respect for Intellectual Property. According to the World Intellectual Property Organization, Intellectual Property refers to creations of the mind, such as inventions; literary and artistic works; designs; and symbols, names, and images used in commerce. This respect is fundamental to the values, integrity, honesty, and academic integrity of each student. Students should provide proper citations and references when using information from sources and avoid plagiarism. 


Meet Our Staff

Library Media Specialist

Mrs. Jessica Flowers

Mrs. Flowers has been a Library Media Specialist since 2018. She has a Bachelor's of Arts in Humanities from  University of Maryland University College and a Master's in Library and Information Science from San Jose State University. Her favorite things to do include reading, hanging out with her family and relaxing at the beach!

Library Paraprofessional   

Ms. Shakara Portee 

Library Paraprofessional  

Mr. Franklin McCants 

Hours and Information

Library Hours:

Monday – Friday  7:30 A.M. – 2:30 P.M.


Contact Us:

Phone (803) 452-5454  

Email: jessica.flowers@sumterschools.net 

Media Center Policies

Students may visit the library during school hours. They must have a pass from their teacher.

Students may have two books checked out at a time. Books are due in two weeks.

Students will be charged replacement costs for lost or damaged books and materials.

Manchester Elementary School   200 E. Clark Street  Pinewood, SC 29125     (803) 452-5454     
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