Manning Junior High School

Happy National School Librarian Day! 📚 At MJHS, we appreciate Mrs. Stephanie Johnson for all the ways she supports our students and staff. She creates a space where students feel comfortable, supported, and inspired to learn. Her dedication does not go unnoticed, and we are thankful for her every day! 🖤💛🦁

🍎 March Teacher Feature: Kevin Miller & 🌟 Star Staff: Nichole Godwin MJHS recognizes Kevin Miller for his ability to engage and motivate students while supporting their achievement, along with Nichole Godwin, whose hard work and positive presence contribute to a strong school environment. 🖤💛

📣 Parents on the Premises – Join Us at MJHS! 🦁🖤💛

We are inviting parents and guardians to come be a part of Parents on the Premises at Manning Junior High School on March 23, 2026!

This special day is designed to welcome parents into the building and give you the opportunity to support our school community. Volunteers can sign up to assist with:
🚌 Bus Rider Duty
🚗 Car Rider Duty
🍽️ Lunch Duty
🏫 Hallway Monitoring

Educational parent materials will also be available to help you support your scholar’s success at home and at school.

We would love to see our MJHS families in the building making a difference!

👉 Sign up here:
https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C094CA8AD2AA3FEC70-62365477-mjhs

#MJHS #ParentsOnThePremises #MonarchPride #EveryScholarEveryDay

It’s our honor to recognize the outstanding staff members who made a difference in February. Congratulations to our February Teacher Feature, Reindorf Mba, and Star Staff member, Adina Cooper. Thank you both for the dedication, care, and commitment you show our students and school community each day. We truly appreciate all that you do! 🖤💛🦁 #ClarendonCSD #TeacherFeature #StarStaff #WeAreCCSD #UnifiedAsOne

Our MJHS Black History Program was truly an amazing experience! Thank you to our teachers Ms. Collier, Ms. Alfonso, and Ms. LaToya Jackson, as well as everyone else who lent a hand, for your hard work, dedication, and commitment to making this program meaningful and memorable for our scholars. Your efforts truly brought the vision to life. 👏 A special thank you to the talented entertainers, including Manning High School students and jazz band members, 8th grade student and mother Joslyn and Catrina Brand, and our Gear Up Site Coordinator Thelma Isaac, for providing outstanding music and entertainment. Your performances added so much soul, energy and excellence to the program! We would also like to thank community members who joined us, including members of the Manning Fire Department. MJHS is proud to have had the chance to honor and celebrate Black History together! 🖤✨ #EveryScholarEveryDay #MJHSMonarchs #BlackHistoryMonth

☕️🖤Staff Appreciation | Rise & Refresh in the Manning Area! 💛🦁 Our Manning area schools were all smiles this morning thanks to SAFE Federal Credit Union, who sponsored Rise & Refresh and treated our staff to coffee from Roast N’ Roll Coffee! Small gestures like this go a long way, and our teachers and staff truly felt the love. We are thankful for community partners who show up for our schools and support the people who pour so much into our students every single day. 😊👏 SAFE Federal Credit Union | Roast N’ Roll Coffee #ManningArea #MECC #MES #MJHS #MHS #FEDCC #ClarendonCSD #StaffAppreciation #CommunitySupport #RiseAndRefresh

❄️🎉 Warm Hearts in Winter: Join Us! 🎉❄️ As we count down to this special day, we are excited to remind our CCSD families about Warm Hearts in Winter, a celebration of connection, community, and support for our students. Date: February 21, 2026 Time: 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM Location: Manning High School Join us for a morning filled with: ✨ Interactive parent engagement experiences designed to strengthen family-school partnerships ✨ Helpful media and communication resources to keep you informed and connected ✨ Exciting inflatables and activities the kids will love ✨ Complimentary lunch provided for all attendees This event is all about bringing our school family together, strengthening relationships, sharing resources, and creating positive experiences for our students and their families. We look forward to seeing you there! Invite a friend and come be part of something special. 🖤💛💙🩶 #WarmHeartsInWinter #CCSD #ClarendonCSD #FamilyEngagement #TogetherWeThrive

🏀🖤💛Undefeated & Unstoppable! 💛🖤🏀 The MJHS Boys Basketball Team finished the 2025–2026 season 14–0 in conference play, earning the Big South Middle School Conference Championship with wins over Virtus Academy (55–27) and Scott’s Branch Middle (39–34). Congratulations to Coach Annette Calvin, named Coach of the Year, and her staff for leading an incredible season! 💛🏆 #ConferenceChampions #MonarchPride

📢Attn: MJHS Monarchs!🦁

In case you missed it...

Please click the link for the latest issue of our Monarch Happenings Newsletter. Updates have been made!

https://app.smore.com/n/wdfhua

🖤🦁Teacher Feature & Star Staff Spotlight🦁💛 Please help us congratulate our January award recipients! We are proud to recognize Heather Manary as our Teacher Feature and Kristine Valandingham as our Star Staff Award recipient. Thank you both for your dedication and the impact you make each day. A special thank you to FTC for sponsoring the Stanley Cups and to SAFE Federal Credit Union for their sponsorship and support. Congratulations again to our January honorees! 🌟👏 #MJHS #TeacherFeature #StarStaff #MonarchPride #WeareCCSD #UnifiedAsOne

💙Happy National School Counseling Week! 💙 Thank you, Mrs. Richburg, for guiding and supporting our students through these important years. Your dedication, patience, and encouragement make a positive impact on our students and school community every day. 🖤💛🦁 #MJHS #NSCW #ThankASchoolCounselor #ChampionsOfStudentSuccess #ThankYouCounselors #CCSDProud #ClarendonCSD #UnifiedAsOne

📢 New & Returning Out-of-District Enrollment Opens February 1, 2026! 📢 The 2026–2027 Out-of-District Student Application for new and returning students opens February 1st. Please note: Submitting an application does not guarantee placement. All applications will be reviewed, and parents/guardians will be notified of the enrollment decision. 🖥️ Application is online 📅 Application deadline: March 1st 🔗 For full enrollment details and requirements, visit: https://www.clarendoncsd.org/page/how-to-enroll Scan the QR code to complete the application.

Hey MJHS Monarchs!!

We have updated some dates and added a few things to our "Monarch Happenings" newsletter. Please check out the updated newsletter for January. We can't wait to see you tomorrow! 🦁 💛🖤

https://app.smore.com/n/xg4dw

✨ MJHS Teacher Feature & Star Staff – December Spotlight! ✨ MJHS is proud to recognize two exceptional members of our school family who continue to make a difference every day. 🌟 Teacher Feature of the Month: Mrs. Stephanie Johnson 💫 Star Staff of the Month: Mrs. Holly McCabe Your dedication, positivity, and support help create an environment where students feel encouraged, inspired, and empowered to succeed. We are grateful for the impact you make on our school community each day. 🖤💛🦁 Congratulations, and thank you for all that you do - your efforts truly shine! ✨ #MJHS #TeacherFeature #StarStaff #MonarchPride #WeAreCCSD #UnifiedAsOne

📢MJHS Students, Parents, and Community Supporters📢

🎄 Join us for our annual MHS/MJHS Band Christmas Concert!🎶
📅 December 9
⏰ 6:30 PM
📍 125 N Boundary St (CSD Multipurpose Room)

**All band students are required to participate!**

🍁✨ MJHS November Teacher & Star Staff of the Month! ✨🍁 MJHS is proud to recognize two outstanding team members who went above and beyond throughout the month of November! 🍎 Teacher Feature of the Month: ⭐ Mrs. Ana Velasco– Thank you for your dedication, leadership, and the powerful impact you make in your classroom each day. 💫 Star Staff of the Month: ⭐ Dr. Henry Williams– We appreciate your hard work, commitment, and the support you provide to help MJHS run smoothly and successfully. Congratulations to our November honorees! Thank you for continuing to make MJHS a place where students can learn, grow, and thrive. 🖤💛🦁 #MJHS #TeacherFeature #StarStaff #MonarchPride #WeAreCCSD #UnifiedAsOne

📢 Support our students and save big with BJ's Wholesale Club! 📢

We're excited to partner with BJ's Wholesale Club for a special "Club for a Cause" fundraiser benefiting the Clarendon County School District! 🎉

Here's how you can join or renew and help us out:

* New Club Card Membership: Get a 1-year membership for only $20 (regularly $60)!
* New Club+ Card Membership: Purchase a 1-year Club+ Card Membership for just $40 and enjoy extra perks like 5¢ off/gal at BJ's Gas and 2% back in rewards!

Up to $15 will go directly to our organization for every membership sold or renewed through this fundraiser, helping to support our amazing teachers, staff, and students!

Who can participate? This offer is good for all Teachers, Staff, Friends, Families & Supporters of CCSD. Let's stay #UnifiedAsOne!

Ready to join or renew?
📞 Call: 800-313-8887 and reference group promo code: 823073
💻 Or join online: www.bjs.com/clarendoncountyschooldistrict

This offer expires 12/12/25, so don't miss out on this fantastic opportunity to save and support our school district! Share, share, share! You can find the full flyer using the link 🔗 https://aptg.co/NVgrjx

Thank you for your continuous support! ❤️

#BJsClubForACause #Fundraiser #ClarendonCountySchoolDistrict #CCSD #SupportEducation #SaveMoney #CommunitySupport #Teachers #Staff #Families #UnifiedAsOne

📸 Hey Monarchs! MJHS Picture day is Wednesday, November 19! 😎

Get ready to serve some serious looks — We know you want your outfit, smile, and hair to be on point!

✅ Bring your best smile
✅ Check your fit before you leave home
✅ Don’t forget — these pics last forever (well… until next year 😉)

Let’s make it a picture-perfect day, Monarchs! 🦁

#Monarchs #MJHS #PictureDay #EveryScholarEveryDay

#BigThursday is almost here on November 20! Our Superintendent Dr. Shawn Johnson, Gwen Phillips, Director of Food and Nutrition Services, and Becky Minegar, Administrative Assistant of Student Nutrition for Clarendon County School District, are ready to celebrate South Carolina school nutrition and the incredible people who make it possible.