Manson School District

Best of luck in Pasco tomorrow, Manson runners!
Our cross-country team got an enthusiastic send-off from the Elementary School yesterday—thanks, students, for the cheers.
How fast is this crew, you ask? So fast it’s nearly impossible to snap a non-blurry photo of them!

#WeAreManson #GoTrojans #CrossCountry

Students at Manson High School attended a club fair to learn more about opportunities to participate and get involved with the different ASB clubs.

Congratulations to the Manson Trojans Volleyball Team!
Several of our athletes earned Central Washington B League honors this season— way to represent Manson!

Player of the Year: Phinley Teague

First Team All-League:
Bailey Evans
Isabella Wisdom
Kailani Cruz

Second Team All-League:
Karly Naranjo
Kayden Koth

Well done, ladies!
#WeAreManson #MansonVolleyball #leaguehonors

MS students and staff had fun dressing up last week with a costume contest assembly led by MS ASB on Thursday.

GEAR UP has had a busy and exciting fall!

Our students have been hard at work (and having fun) exploring their futures through a variety of activities — from field trips to career and college fairs, a campus tour of WSU, and Kids in the Creek, to our Friday Learning Lounge sessions.

The GEAR UP team has also been supporting seniors in Mrs. Koth’s Career Choices class as they take big steps toward their goals — applying to colleges, trade, and technical programs, and learning about financial aid options to help make their post-graduation dreams a reality.

We’re proud of the effort and enthusiasm our students have shown this fall!

#WeAreManson #GEARUP #CollegeAndCareerReady #StudentSuccess #FutureFocused #WSU

What an incredible day yesterday for Manson Cross Country — ALL SEVEN Manson girls have qualified for State!

Congratulations to Grace Walsh, Kathrin Zhuk, Yari Villasenor, Eleena Zhuk, Samantha Willoughby, Amelia Schoenwald, and Lainey Coltman.

And let’s hear it for our Manson boys team, with three runners also heading to State!

Well done, Jacob England, Ryker England, and Joel Christensen.

Way to represent, Trojans! #WeAreManson #StateBound #GoTrojans #CrossCountry

Bus #10 Has Arrived!

We’re thrilled to welcome Bus #10 - a 2025 Bluebird - to our fleet! This new addition is packed with powerful features and cutting-edge safety technology:

⚙️ Performance & Power
6.7L Cummins motor paired with an Allison 3000 automatic transmission
Bendix King disc brakes on all four wheels
Variable exhaust system for added braking power on canyon descents

🛡️ Safety First
2 interior cameras + 1 stop paddle camera
Safety interlock ensures brakes won’t release until the main door is fully closed

❄️ Winter Ready
Equipped with drop-down chains to handle the upper and outer canyons during winter months

💡 Modern Design
Full LED lighting, including headlights
77-passenger capacity for comfortable, efficient transportation

Big shoutout to the talented design and build team:
Shop Lead: Steve Artson
Transportation Lead: Doug Davidson
Transportation Mechanic: Travis Sweeney

Welcome to the road, Bus #10!

First graders had a blast investigating pumpkins yesterday!
Even though their pumpkins were the same size, they were surprised to discover that one had about 580 seeds, while the other had only 310. After some research, they learned that pollination plays a big role in how many seeds a pumpkin produces.
It was a messy, hands-on, and super fun day of learning in first grade!

Manson School District is now offering daily bus routes to the Boys & Girls Club at the Lake Chelan Community Center.

This new route makes it easier for Manson families to access the before- and after-school programs available Monday–Thursday.

✅ Elementary families: If you’d like your student to ride this route, please contact the school office to update your transportation form.
✅ Middle & High School students: You can hop on Yellow Route 1 after school to access the Club.

We’re thrilled to partner with the Boys & Girls Club to give our students even more opportunities to learn, play, and grow!

#BoysAndGirlsClub

Rain? No problem! Our Outdoor Club braved a chilly Friday to tackle the four-mile Elephant Head Trail recently, and spirits were high the whole way. Afterward, they warmed up with a well-earned lunch at Local Myth Pizza.

Fun fact: our foreign exchange student from Italy gave Local Myth an 8.5/10 — high praise from a true pizza expert! 🍕 🇮🇹

#WeAreManson #outdoorclub #hiking #pizza

Yesterday, Mrs. Phelps’ fifth-grade class enjoyed a walking field trip to Chelan Valley Farms. Students explored the beauty of the season while discovering how agriculture shapes our community. From pumpkins and grapes to sheep, soil, and plant cycles, students learned firsthand about natural resources, ecosystems, and the important role farmers play in our lives.

Hands-on learning brought science and social studies lessons to life, inspiring curiosity and real-world connections.
Students also learned about farming safety and what motivates local farmers to do what they love.
Thank you, Chelan Valley Farms, for welcoming us, sharing your knowledge, and showing how our community works together to grow and thrive.

What a wonderful day of learning, teamwork, and appreciation for the beauty of fall in the Chelan Valley! 🍁

#WeAreManson#ChelanValleyFarms #CommunityPartnership #HandsOnLearning #FifthGradeAdventures

Students working with Mrs. Helleson are learning about the 7 Habits as part of our Leader in Me program. Our middle school students worked together on a puzzle activity to reinforce Habit 2: Begin With the End in End in Mind. This habit teaches students to start with a clear vision of their goals and make intentional choices to get there. Learning to “begin with the end in mind” helps middle schoolers see how their daily actions—both in and out of the classroom—shape who they are becoming. It encourages them to think ahead, stay focused, and take ownership of their future success.

Alumni Update!

MHS Teacher and Coach Sarah Wiggum recently shared an update on 2025 Manson graduate Camille Hutton, who is "dominating the rowing life at the University of Washington. She performed well on her pre-season fitness tests and is out on the water claiming her spot on her new team."

Way to go, Camille!

#Mansonalumni #UniversityofWashington #rowing

The Manson Middle School 8th-Grade Leadership class finished a project this week where they made leadership-focused children’s books. The highlight was reading their books to Mrs. Beazley’s Kindergarten students.

The books taught important lessons on perseverance and friendship. It is so great to watch our 8th graders embrace their leadership roles! 💙

#WeAreManson #leadership

🎀 Red Ribbon Week is next week - October 27-30🎀

We’re celebrating Red Ribbon Week and taking a stand against drugs and vaping! Check out the attached graphic for all the fun dress-up days happening this week. Let’s show our school spirit and commitment to making healthy choices! ❤️

#RedRibbonWeek #DrugFree #SchoolSpirit #HealthyChoices

In Mrs. Valdovinos’ first-grade class, students explored all things pumpkin this week.

From discovering how they grow to tasting delicious pumpkin pie, our first graders had a fantastic time learning and celebrating fall!

Five Manson Middle School student leaders were invited to visit Chelan Middle School to observe and participate in their Career & College Fair, hosted by Chelan GearUp. Students explored a variety of career and college pathways through interactive sessions with local professionals representing fields such as photography, electrical work, nursing, EMS, art, barbering, and firefighting, among others. Students left inspired about their futures while also getting excited about planning our very own career exploration event here in Manson. Huge thanks to Chelan GearUp and Middle School for their hospitality and hosting such a fabulous event!

All veterans are invited to join us for a special Veterans Day Breakfast at Manson High School on November 10 at 8:30 am in the Hub! 🥞

It’s a great opportunity to honor your service, connect with fellow veterans, and enjoy delicious food. We can’t wait to celebrate with you!
#WeAreManson #Veterans #Thankyou