MANHATTAN SCHOOL DISTRICT 114

📣 We're looking for a passionate Speech Pathologist to join our team for the 2026 to 2027 school year at Wilson Creek Elementary!

This is a great opportunity to make a meaningful impact by supporting our youngest learners, from PreK through 1st grade, while working alongside a dedicated team committed to student success.

If you're ready to help students find their voice and thrive, we'd love to hear from you! Apply today at https://tinyurl.com/y6nfceen

Please help us spread the word by liking, sharing, or tagging a great Speech Pathologist who would be a perfect fit! 💙🤍

🎒 Back to School is just around the corner! The countdown is on, here are some August dates to help your family get ready for the new school year. Be sure to follow our social media pages and check our website for back to school reminders, helpful information, and everything you need for a successful start to the school year. We can't wait to welcome our students back! https://www.manhattan114.org/events

Attention Future Demons! Fall Sports Tryouts Are Almost Here! 🏃‍♀️🥎⚾🏐

Are you ready to represent MJHS this fall? Mark your calendars and make plans to attend tryouts!

✅ Reminder: All athletes must have a current physical on file before participating in tryouts. Incoming 6th-8th graders may tryout for Cross Country, Softball, and Baseball, while 5th-8th graders may tryout for Boys Volleyball.

More information on Girls and Boys Basketball, Cheerleading, Girls Volleyball, Girls and Boys Wrestling, Bowling, and Track and Field will be coming soon, so stay tuned!

We can't wait to welcome another outstanding group of Demon student-athletes. Good luck to everyone trying out! Go Demons! 💙🤍🖤

*Community Notice*

Today, July 6th, and tomorrow, July 7th, from 4:00–8:00 p.m., the Manhattan Police Department will be conducting department-wide training at Manhattan Junior High School. Officers will be using the unoccupied building to participate in rapid response and active shooter response training exercises.

This notice is being shared as a courtesy to our community in case you notice an increased police presence at MJHS during these times.

These training exercises reflect the continued partnership between the Manhattan Police Department and Manhattan School District 114 and our shared commitment to preparedness and the safety of our students, staff, and community.

Mark Your Calendars, MJHS Families!

The start of the new school year is just around the corner, and we've got several important events quickly approaching, including our Summer Bridge Program, Locker Move-In, the First Day of School, and MJHS Expectations Night.

We can't wait to welcome our students and families back for another exciting year at Manhattan Junior High School! Go Demons! 🖤🤍💙

Happy (FIRST-EVER) National Mascot Day to our very own, DEMO!

📚 Back-to-school shopping just got easier! The Manhattan 114 PTO is partnering with EPI to offer convenient School Supply Packs for the 2026-27 school year. Each pack includes the supplies your student needs and is shipped directly to your home. The deadline to order is June 28. Skip the shopping and get ready for a great school year! https://tinyurl.com/2peews3m

Registration for MJHS Summer Choir Camp is here! Summer choir camp is for ANY 6th, 7th, or 8th grader who is either in choir or interested in becoming a member of the MJHS Demon Choir. No musical experience needed! Choir camp is not required, but highly recommended for singers, especially for students interested in trying out for Madrigals.

The link to register for choir camp is here.
https://forms.gle/8wjwCY2nRZXSxQrv8

Questions? Please email: jgurley@manhattan114.org

Congrats to the Smith Smashers..20th Annual Kickball Champions!

Congratulations, Class of 2026! Be a Champion as you continue on in your journey into high school!

Photo credits: Amy Marshall and the MJHS Photography Club / Beth Piarowski and Beau James Photography

MJHS Graduation is Almost Here! 🎓

We are excited to celebrate the accomplishments of the MJHS Class of 2026! Please review the graduation reminders below to help make the ceremony run smoothly for graduates and guests.

Congratulations, graduates! We can't wait to celebrate with you! Go Demons!

It was a busy week at MJHSfull of end-of-the-year activities, especially for our 8th-graders! Wednesday night was our 8th-Grade Dance, which featured the most students we have seen on the "dance floor" in years! Thursday was the Great America Trip for our graduates! And of course, don't forget all the Field Days the amazing PTO put on over two days for our kids! Thanks to all the staff who planned and chaperoned, all the parent volunteers, and all the kids that did an awesome job representing our school with Demon Pride in all of it! (A special thank you to the PTO for the t-shirts for Great America! It was great seeing all that Demon Blue!)

Our last pack pride assembly was a blast! Thank you to all of our students for demonstrating outstanding character this year!

On Tuesday this week, adultS volunteered to present to 8th graders at MJHS about their careers! Students heard information, stories, and advice about being an attorney, photographer, social worker, construction project manager, safety manager in the trades, early childhood education / speech-language pathologist, ER doctor, and a probation officer, directly from those professionals! We appreciate all the community members who made time to share their wisdom with our young adults!

Anna McDonald's Walk, Bike, Roll to school event was a huge success! Thank you to the 150 students, many staff, and Manhattan PD for helping out! A big shout out to Mrs. Bloom and Mrs. Champlin for all of your planning and organizing!

GOOD LUCK, MJHS TRACK & FIELD! Tomorrow and Saturday, 20 talented Manhattan Junior High track athletes will head to Peoria to compete at the IESA State Track Meet! We are incredibly proud of the hard work, dedication, and determination these students have shown all season long to earn their spot at the state competition. Please join us in congratulating our athletes and wishing them, along with their coaches, Coach Ethridge, Coach Marotta, Coach Galassi, Coach Van Dyke and Coach Onofre the very best of luck as they represent MJHS and the Demons with pride in royal blue, black, and white! Go Demons!💙🤍🖤

"In STREAM, 5th graders at MIS explored sustainability in the fashion industry by learning about the environmental impact of fast fashion. Using only cardboard, tape, and black marker, students were challenged to design and create functional, creative headwear made entirely from sustainable materials — and their innovative ideas did not disappoint! Check out a few of the MANY amazing designs"

2026 Summer Athletic Camps Registration ends THIS FRIDAY- MAY 22ND!

We’re excited to offer a variety of camps this year, including:
🏀 Basketball
🥎 Softball
⚾ Baseball
📣 Cheerleading
🤼 Wrestling
🏃 Cross Country
⚡ Track/Speed

Check out the Summer 2026 Camp Brochure for full details, including registration links and QR codes. Each camp listing also includes a coach contact for any questions.

We can’t wait to see everyone this summer! Go Demons!☀️💪
https://sites.google.com/manhattan114.org/manhattan-demons-athletics/summer-camps?authuser=0