🎉 Help Us Welcome Our Newest MSD 114 Team Members! 💙
We’re excited to introduce the newest faces joining the MSD 114 family! These talented educators and staff members are ready to make a difference, build connections, and help make the 2026–2027 school year a great one for our students.
🎥 Check out our New Staff Welcome Video and join us in giving them a warm Manhattan welcome! https://youtube.com/shorts/ePrbycb8uU0?feature=share
We’re excited to introduce the newest faces joining the MSD 114 family! These talented educators and staff members are ready to make a difference, build connections, and help make the 2026–2027 school year a great one for our students.
🎥 Check out our New Staff Welcome Video and join us in giving them a warm Manhattan welcome! https://youtube.com/shorts/ePrbycb8uU0?feature=share
MJHS staff have been hard at work getting ready for the start of the year! From attending staff meetings and mini professional development sessions over the last two days to getting classrooms and materials ready for students tomorrow, staff did an excellent job in preparation for the start of the school year! Count on Us to welcome over 600 students tomorrow!
📣 Manhattan, We Want to Hear From You!
Every community is shaped by the voices of its residents, and your opinion matters!
The Manhattan taxing bodies are launching our Community Survey, giving residents an opportunity to share what you love about our community, what matters most to you, and where you would like to see improvements.
Your feedback will help us better understand our community’s priorities and guide future planning and decisions.
📬 If you receive a survey invitation by mail or text, please take a few minutes to complete it as soon as possible.
🏡 Didn’t receive a mailed invitation? Don’t worry! Beginning September 1, the survey will open to all community members. Look for signs around the community and watch our social media pages for information on how to participate.
Your voice. Your community. Your future.
Every community is shaped by the voices of its residents, and your opinion matters!
The Manhattan taxing bodies are launching our Community Survey, giving residents an opportunity to share what you love about our community, what matters most to you, and where you would like to see improvements.
Your feedback will help us better understand our community’s priorities and guide future planning and decisions.
📬 If you receive a survey invitation by mail or text, please take a few minutes to complete it as soon as possible.
🏡 Didn’t receive a mailed invitation? Don’t worry! Beginning September 1, the survey will open to all community members. Look for signs around the community and watch our social media pages for information on how to participate.
Your voice. Your community. Your future.
During our Opening Days Teacher Institute, we had the privilege of recognizing a wonderful group of educators for reaching important years-of-service milestones with MSD 114!
Their years of dedication represent countless lessons taught, students encouraged, relationships built, and memories made. We are incredibly grateful for the commitment, passion, and care they continue to bring to our schools and community each day.
👏 Please join us in congratulating these outstanding members of the MSD 114 family and thanking them for their many years of service! 💙
Their years of dedication represent countless lessons taught, students encouraged, relationships built, and memories made. We are incredibly grateful for the commitment, passion, and care they continue to bring to our schools and community each day.
👏 Please join us in congratulating these outstanding members of the MSD 114 family and thanking them for their many years of service! 💙
Welcome to Manhattan School District 114! 🍎📚
We were excited to welcome our new staff during New Teacher Orientation! We are thrilled to have you join the MSD 114 team and look forward to a great 2026-27 school year.
Welcome to the MSD 114 family! 💙#MSD114 #WelcomeToTheTeam
We were excited to welcome our new staff during New Teacher Orientation! We are thrilled to have you join the MSD 114 team and look forward to a great 2026-27 school year.
Welcome to the MSD 114 family! 💙#MSD114 #WelcomeToTheTeam
The August Board of Education Meeting is now available to watch on our YouTube channel! Watch the meeting and stay connected with what's happening across our schools. https://tinyurl.com/mpu34tyf
BIG NEWS, MJHS! ⚽
We’re excited to introduce boys and girls soccer as the newest additions to the MJHS athletic programming! This is a brand-new opportunity for our student-athletes to build their skills, compete as a team, and make history as the first MJHS soccer teams.
Ready to take the field and become part of the inaugural season? Mark your calendar for tryouts!
BOYS TRYOUTS
August 19, 20 & 21
2:30-4:30 PM
GIRLS TRYOUTS
March 8, 9 & 10
2:30-4:30 PM
All athletes must have a current sports physical on file to participate. Please bring running shoes, cleats, and shin guards to tryouts.
Come help us kick off an exciting new chapter in MJHS athletics. Be among the first to take the field, represent our school, and build a soccer tradition for future Demons!
Go Demons! 💙⚽
We’re excited to introduce boys and girls soccer as the newest additions to the MJHS athletic programming! This is a brand-new opportunity for our student-athletes to build their skills, compete as a team, and make history as the first MJHS soccer teams.
Ready to take the field and become part of the inaugural season? Mark your calendar for tryouts!
BOYS TRYOUTS
August 19, 20 & 21
2:30-4:30 PM
GIRLS TRYOUTS
March 8, 9 & 10
2:30-4:30 PM
All athletes must have a current sports physical on file to participate. Please bring running shoes, cleats, and shin guards to tryouts.
Come help us kick off an exciting new chapter in MJHS athletics. Be among the first to take the field, represent our school, and build a soccer tradition for future Demons!
Go Demons! 💙⚽
Join us this Friday and help us kick off another amazing school year together with our PTO! 🥳📚
🕔 5:00–7:30 PM
📍 Manhattan Junior High Parking Lot
🎟️ Admission: Just $5 per child (ages 2–12)
Skip the line and purchase your wristbands in advance! https://2026-back-to-school-bash-wristbands.cheddarup.co
It’s not too late to join MJHS Cross Country! If you missed today’s open practice, there’s still time to become part of the team tomorrow. Contact Coach Ethridge or Coach De Masi for details. 🏃♀️🏃♂️
Also, a reminder about 🏐 Boys Volleyball Tryouts on August 24th & 25th from 2:30-4:30 at MJHS!
All athletes must have a current physical on file to participate. Come join a team, challenge yourself, and make it a great season! Go Demons! 💙🤍🖤
Also, a reminder about 🏐 Boys Volleyball Tryouts on August 24th & 25th from 2:30-4:30 at MJHS!
All athletes must have a current physical on file to participate. Come join a team, challenge yourself, and make it a great season! Go Demons! 💙🤍🖤
📣 Back-to-School Update!
Teacher assignments and class schedules will be posted tonight at 8:00 PM! 🎒📚
🚌 Transportation assignments are coming soon. Please stay tuned for additional information.
We’re excited to welcome our students back for a great school year! 💙
Teacher assignments and class schedules will be posted tonight at 8:00 PM! 🎒📚
🚌 Transportation assignments are coming soon. Please stay tuned for additional information.
We’re excited to welcome our students back for a great school year! 💙
Thanks to all the students (and parents) who came to Locker
Move-In last week! We hope everyone is feeling more comfortable and confident for the start of the school year! A special shoutout to our Principal's Cabinet leaders and NJHS members who volunteered to run the event. We can't wait to see all our students and staff on Wednesday, August 19th!
SWEEP! 🥎
The MJHS Softball team came away with two big wins today over Old Quarry Middle School in their first games of the season!
Game 1: 10-7 W
Game 2: 6-5 W
Great team effort from all! Keep up the hard work and let’s keep the momentum going! Go Demons!💙🖤🤍🔥
🎉🎉 WHO'S READY TO CELEBRATE THE END OF SUMMER?! 🎉🎉
The countdown is ON! Grab your family, invite your friends, and come join us for an evening packed with fun as we kick off another amazing school year together with our PTO! 🥳📚
📅 Friday, August 14
🕔 5:00–7:30 PM
📍 Manhattan Junior High Parking Lot
🎟️ Admission: Just $5 per child (ages 2–12)
Skip the line and purchase your wristbands in advance! https://2026-back-to-school-bash-wristbands.cheddarup.com
The countdown is ON! Grab your family, invite your friends, and come join us for an evening packed with fun as we kick off another amazing school year together with our PTO! 🥳📚
📅 Friday, August 14
🕔 5:00–7:30 PM
📍 Manhattan Junior High Parking Lot
🎟️ Admission: Just $5 per child (ages 2–12)
Skip the line and purchase your wristbands in advance! https://2026-back-to-school-bash-wristbands.cheddarup.com
MJHS Locker Move-In is Almost Here!
Help your student get ready for a great start to the school year by attending MJHS Locker Move-In!
Locker Move-In is a great opportunity for students to set up their locker, walk their schedule, and get comfortable with the building before the first day of school.
We encourage families to attend during any of the available times that work best for their schedule. We can't wait to welcome our MJHS students back for another great year! 💙🖤🤍
Help your student get ready for a great start to the school year by attending MJHS Locker Move-In!
Locker Move-In is a great opportunity for students to set up their locker, walk their schedule, and get comfortable with the building before the first day of school.
We encourage families to attend during any of the available times that work best for their schedule. We can't wait to welcome our MJHS students back for another great year! 💙🖤🤍
Looking for a career where you can make a lasting impact? This is your opportunity! At Manhattan School District 114, every role helps shape the future of our students. As we prepare for an exciting 2026–2027 school year, we're looking for passionate individuals to join our incredible team!
We're currently hiring for several positions across our schools, including:
📚 Physical Education Teacher
📚 4th Grade Classroom Teacher
📚 Early Childhood Classroom Teacher
📚 Instructional Assistant (Multipurpose)
Why join Manhattan SD 114?
✅ A collaborative and supportive team
✅ A positive, student-focused culture
✅ Opportunities to grow professionally
✅ The chance to make a difference in students' lives every day
Know someone who would be a great fit? Tag them in the comments or share this post to help us connect with outstanding candidates!
Apply today at www.manhattan114.org and become part of the Manhattan SD 114 family—where we succeed together! 💙
We're currently hiring for several positions across our schools, including:
📚 Physical Education Teacher
📚 4th Grade Classroom Teacher
📚 Early Childhood Classroom Teacher
📚 Instructional Assistant (Multipurpose)
Why join Manhattan SD 114?
✅ A collaborative and supportive team
✅ A positive, student-focused culture
✅ Opportunities to grow professionally
✅ The chance to make a difference in students' lives every day
Know someone who would be a great fit? Tag them in the comments or share this post to help us connect with outstanding candidates!
Apply today at www.manhattan114.org and become part of the Manhattan SD 114 family—where we succeed together! 💙
Stay connected to MSD114 with our monthly newsletter! https://tinyurl.com/338nbs48
School newsletters can be found within the Manhattan Schools Monthly News community newsletter or all newsletters and archives can be found on the newsletter button on the MSD114 homepage.
School newsletters can be found within the Manhattan Schools Monthly News community newsletter or all newsletters and archives can be found on the newsletter button on the MSD114 homepage.
MJHS hosted its sixth-annual Summer Bridge Program this week! The building came to life because of the 50-plus students who were in attendance! Thanks to our staff and Principal's Cabinet leaders for creating sessions to help the participants feel more comfortable and confident in the start of the school year!
Next up at MJHS, Music Camps and Locker Move-In!
MJHS Locker Move-In is Almost Here!
Help your student get ready for a great start to the school year by attending MJHS Locker Move-In!
Locker Move-In is a great opportunity for students to set up their locker, walk their schedule, and get comfortable with the building before the first day of school.
We encourage families to attend during any of the available times that work best for their schedule. We can't wait to welcome our MJHS students back for another great year! 💙🖤🤍
Help your student get ready for a great start to the school year by attending MJHS Locker Move-In!
Locker Move-In is a great opportunity for students to set up their locker, walk their schedule, and get comfortable with the building before the first day of school.
We encourage families to attend during any of the available times that work best for their schedule. We can't wait to welcome our MJHS students back for another great year! 💙🖤🤍
📢 LOCATION CHANGE: Back-to-School Backpack Event. Due to the recent storms, the location The Will County Regional Office of Education's Back-to-School Backpack Event on Friday, July 31, 2026, has changed.
📍 New Location:
Crete-Monee High School
1515 W. Exchange Street
Crete, IL
Please arrive at the north end of the parking lot near the football field by 9:00 a.m. The event will be held outdoors, so please dress appropriately for the weather and bring sun protection, water, or any other items needed for your comfort.
Thank you for your flexibility and understanding. We look forward to a wonderful event supporting our students and families as they prepare for the new school year!
📍 New Location:
Crete-Monee High School
1515 W. Exchange Street
Crete, IL
Please arrive at the north end of the parking lot near the football field by 9:00 a.m. The event will be held outdoors, so please dress appropriately for the weather and bring sun protection, water, or any other items needed for your comfort.
Thank you for your flexibility and understanding. We look forward to a wonderful event supporting our students and families as they prepare for the new school year!
MJHS PE Uniform Store - Second Round of Ordering is Now Open! 👕
Missed the first ordering window? Good news! The MJHS PE Uniform Store is open for a second round of ordering. Be sure to place your order before the store closes on Sunday, August 9th.
PE Uniform Requirement:
All MJHS students are required to have a gym uniform for P.E. Uniforms consist of any top and any bottoms purchased from this store or a hand-me-down MJHS PE uniform from an older sibling.
Please Note: Orders placed during this second ordering window will not be available for pickup during Locker Move-In. Instead, students will receive their orders after the school year begins.
Don't miss the final ordering deadline- Sunday, August 9th! Order today to ensure your student is ready for PE once school is underway.
🛒 Order here: https://go2actionsports.chipply.com/mjhspeuniforms2026shop2
Missed the first ordering window? Good news! The MJHS PE Uniform Store is open for a second round of ordering. Be sure to place your order before the store closes on Sunday, August 9th.
PE Uniform Requirement:
All MJHS students are required to have a gym uniform for P.E. Uniforms consist of any top and any bottoms purchased from this store or a hand-me-down MJHS PE uniform from an older sibling.
Please Note: Orders placed during this second ordering window will not be available for pickup during Locker Move-In. Instead, students will receive their orders after the school year begins.
Don't miss the final ordering deadline- Sunday, August 9th! Order today to ensure your student is ready for PE once school is underway.
🛒 Order here: https://go2actionsports.chipply.com/mjhspeuniforms2026shop2