The Manchester School District is governed by a fifteen member committee that is elected every two years. The Mayor serves as chairperson of the Board.
The District is comprised of fifteen elementary schools, including a developmental preschool, four middle schools, three fully accredited high schools, a regional vocational/technical school, and a program of adult education. The District serves more than 14,000 students and employs 1,200 faculty and staff. Middle and high schools offer extensive music and art programs, competitive athletics, club
s, and community service organizations. All schools provide opportunities for parents to participate at school or from home through parent associations and volunteer groups. Partnerships with the business community are highly valued. Most schools enjoy one or more business/education partnerships. As a community with an increasingly diverse population, the District offers a wide range of programs and initiatives. The English Learner program serves more than 1,500 students who, as immigrants or refugees, are non-English proficient. The EL program provides English language instruction and offers students assistance with cultural assimilation. The Program Alternative to Secondary School (PASS), is geared for students who require an alternative approach for completing high school requirements. The Manchester School District and the City of Manchester are united in their desire to provide students with quality education in wholesome environments. Determining the quality of the educational services provided, as well as completing a comprehensive assessment of school buildings, has been a major undertaking. An Audit of Educational Effectiveness was conducted during the 1999-2000 school year. Funded by the business community through the Greater Manchester Chamber of Commerce, the audit was performed by SchoolMatch, a nationally recognized firm which specializes in evaluating the quality of educational services provided by school districts. Key components of the audit include strong instructional leadership, clear learning objectives, regular monitoring and measurement of student achievement, high expectations, and a supportive school climate. Upon completion of the audit, the Manchester School District received several commendations as well as specific recommendations for improvement. The District has made significant progress in meeting the audit's recommendations. In association with the New England School Development Council, the District completed a ten year enrollment forecast which outlined community demographics, operating capacity, and projected space needs. This was followed by a facilities audit conducted by Parsons Brinckerhoff. The facilities audit consisted of an engineering evaluation of the physical condition of existing school buildings, a programmatic assessment of capacities and needs, and an evaluation of alternatives to meet projected needs. Currently, District and City officials are studying the recommendations for funding options. Providing an exceptional education for its children heads the list of Manchester's priorities. Together, working with students, parents, educators, school administrators, elected officials, and the community at-large, Manchester's education system is proactive and visionary.
08/14/2026
We took a tour of the work being finished up at McLaughlin and Hillside today! We are so inspired by the hard work, dedication and safety of everyone assigned to these projects.
We're so excited to see these buildings filled with students again in just a few short weeks π
08/13/2026
Last week members of our football programs had a great opportunity to learn from 3 time Super Bowl Champion Matt Light and 2 time Super Bowl champion Danny Amendola!
Thank you to the NH Lottery and Light Foundation for putting on a tremendous event!
08/13/2026
Thank you to the NH Army National Guard who helped our Student-Athletes get ready for the upcoming fall season by providing free physicals!
We are thankful for this partnership to keep our Student-Athletes safe and healthy!
08/12/2026
Today, we had the chance to check out what our Power Scholars students have been working on all summer! We are always so impressed at the creativity of Manchester students π We're so excited to see everyone back in just a few short weeks!
08/12/2026
Make a difference where it matters most. π
Manchester School District is looking for RNs, LPNs, and LNAs to join our school health teams!
If youβre passionate about caring for students, supporting families, and helping children thrive, weβd love to have you join us.
π« Meaningful work
π Supportive school community
π Make an impact every school day
βRequires NH nursing license, CPR/AED certification and pediatric or related experience
π Apply today: mansd.schoolspring.com
08/12/2026
The summer is winding down FAST, and if your child is new to Manchester School District, now is the time to register! πππ
You can register students online or at our Welcome Center located at 148 Concord Street Monday - Friday 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.
You can also register students at our Welcome Center during the CelebratED event on Thursday August 20th from 4-7 p.m.
Students must be 5 years old by September 30 in order to register to start kindergarten this school year.
π Weβre Hiring: Special Education Teachers! π
Looking for a career where you can make a meaningful difference every day? Manchester School District is looking for dedicated, compassionate special education teachers to join our team!
π Support students in reaching their goals
π€ Collaborate with an amazing team of educators and families
π± Help students build confidence, independence, and lifelong skills
Manchester School District is pleased to introduce the new principal and assistant principal at Southside Middle School
Click the link in the comments to learn more β¬
08/10/2026
What better way to start the week than with a visit to the Bookmobile??? π Thanks to Governor Kelly Ayotte for stopping by to read "Pete the Cat: Rocking in my School Shoes" and "Green Eggs and Ham" while visiting with families at Livingston Park.
If you missed the Bookmobile today, you can catch us this Thursday, August 13 from 5-7 p.m. at the Veteran's Park Summer Music Series and Thursday, August 20 from 4-7 p.m. at CelebratED at Victory Park
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