It Takes A Village

Snow or sunshine, our Manning Mentors have shown up every Friday and are getting to know our students. They have introduced them to games and new activities while playing with classmates that they may not normally connect with. Our mentoring list is growing and we have brought in a lot of new volunteers with our students.

We are always looking for fathers, uncles, grandfathers, and local community members that want to help out. The program runs every Friday and began this school year. We will continue to grow this program over course of this year and beyond.

Email our Manning Mentor Coordinator - Henry Gomez - for more details.

jgomez@primarinsurance.com

Teachers periodically have opportunities for parents to come in and assist. Whether you connect through the PTO's Grade Level Ambassador or classroom teacher, there is always a chance to volunteer your time. We love when parents are willing to help beyond their own child's homeroom. It helps to reinforce the idea that we are ALL here for EACHOTHER.

Manning has had many four-legged visitors to help our students over the years. With the dedication of staff members, Ms. Slott and Mrs. Kulaga, Rizzo is joining the Manning family to help brighten the spirits of our students and staff. Following in the footsteps of Emmy at WJHS, Rizzo continues to go through the same necessary certifications and trainings.

*Shout out to Angel, who still works with some of our students and Social Worker.

Manning teachers and staff have an everlasting passion and commitment to our students. With the added challenges that still occur while teaching in a pandemic, they have worked together to reach students in new ways, support them academically and socially/emotionally, and continue to learn from their colleagues. Our professional learning communities (PLCs) are more important than ever.

The PTO is an energetic and committed group of volunteers that help bring additional funds to Manning on behalf of our students. They have additional opportunities for volunteering and will be spending the second half of the school year brainstorming ideas for new ways to connect and engage our families in the future. Meetings are held on the 1st Monday of each month so be on the look out for the flier for our next one on February 7th!

Below are some volunteer opportunities available right now. Click the links to learn more and sign up. Make sure to check out our weekly Miller-Manning Mash for new opportunities.