Manchester School Board Ends Meal Contract with Lake Chris Elementary, Recognizes Student Achievements

Overview: The Manchester School Board meeting covered various topics, including the termination of a long-standing meal contract with Lake Chris Elementary, recognition of student achievements, and discussions on safety and community involvement.

Manchester School Board Honors AP Scholars, Discusses School Safety and New Initiatives

Overview: The Manchester School Board meeting highlighted the recognition of Advanced Placement (AP) scholars, a detailed school safety report, and the introduction of a new suicide prevention initiative.

Manchester School Board Addresses Rising Health Benefit Costs and Approves Educational Resources

Overview: During the recent Manchester School Board meeting, concerns were raised about the significant increase in health benefit costs and the approval of a lease purchase for educational resources. These rates are notably higher than anticipated. The lease purchase, which was approved, will provide for new textbooks and technology for the upcoming school year.

Manchester School Board Honors Students and Addresses Key Issues

Overview: In a recent meeting of the Manchester School Board, members celebrated student achievements, discussed financial strategies, and addressed administrative and legal appointments for the upcoming school year.

Manchester School Board Appoints Diane Pedroza as Superintendent

Overview: In a recent meeting, the Manchester School Board unanimously recommended Diane Pedroza for the role of permanent superintendent, a decision that reflects the board’s confidence in her leadership and vision for the district. Alongside this announcement, the board grappled with complex financial issues, including a tentative $6 million budget increase for the upcoming year and the potential reduction of staff by about 18 positions due to budget constraints.