The Manning Minute

This is a fun, adults-only, community building and fundraising event at Applewood Golf Course on Friday, November 6th. Ticket options include $45 for general admission, or $85 for VIP admission to get extra poker chips or entrance into the poker tournament.

We are asking each grade level to bring specific items, so they have a balance of nutritious food available. In addition, we are asking all grade levels to donate diapers, wipes, and hygiene items like toothbrushes, toothpaste, soap, deodorant, shampoo/conditioner, dish soap, and laundry soap.

Please donate non-expired items only!

6th Grade: Canned Goods: chicken/tuna/beef/salmon, canned fruits, veggies, canned soup, chili, broth, canned and dried beans like pinto, navy, kidney, and refried beans

7th Grade: Pantry items that last: Flour, sugar, rice, cooking oil/olive oil, spices and sauces, pasta and sauce, boxed mac and cheese, peanut butter, jelly

8th Grade: Healthy after-school snacks and Breakfast items: Oatmeal, Cereal, Fruit snacks, granola bars, applesauce packets, boxed mixes like pancake or cornmeal, Goldfish crackers, graham crackers (or even regular crackers--like saltines or Cheez-Its, etc.)

Thank you for supporting this great cause! Donations can be left in the bins by the front office or to Mrs. Laniel in room N110.

If you would like to help out differently, check out the QR Codes below.

The Manning NJHS chapter continues its tradition of recognizing that kindness, in any form, is a necessary path to walk. A “Kindness Tree” that was beautifully constructed by 8th grader Zeta Gesick is filled with colorful leaves reminding us about what it means to be kind.

During Mustang Time a few weeks ago, the 6th grade students wrote about what Kindness SOUNDS like. They wrote about kind words being said to them or laughter that cheered them up.

The 7th graders contributed to what it LOOKS like. They wrote about the importance of eye contact and accepting a helping hand when they needed it.

The 8th graders tackled what it FEELS like. They expressed things like feeling safe with friends who really know them and the feeling of satisfaction when they have helped others.

The responses to these prompts are incredible and truly inspiring, reminding us that Kindness truly matters at Manning.

Kari Jacobsen-Laniel

7th Grade World Area Studies Teacher!

6th, 7th, and 8th Grade Speech and Debate Teacher!

NJHS Sponsor!

Taylor Tuesday Sponsor!

The Jeffco Middle School Battle of the Books has begun. We will be having an informational meeting on Tuesday, November 3rd. Please reach out to Sarah Hammershaimb with any questions. You can find more information in the following links:

Promotional Movie

Parent Info Letter

Form to sign up

Sarah Hammershaimb (she/her)

Digital Teacher Librarian

The Manning School of Academics and Arts

• Lucky Mustangs Casino Night- November 6, 6:30-10
• Manning Information Night for Prospective Families- November 12, 5:30-7:30
• PTA meeting- November 16, 8:30
• Parent Partnership- November 19, 5-6
• Coffee with Principal - November 20, 8:30-9:30

Please encourage your students to check Lost & Found daily if items aren't coming home. Most lost items are stored in the cafeteria, more valuable items are stored in the office. All items are picked up at the end of each month and donated to Serving Kids Clothing Program.

UPCOMING DATES

November 6 - Lucky Mustangs Casino Night/Silent Auction 6:30pm-10pm - THIS FRIDAY!

November 18 - PTA General Meeting 8:30am-9:30am

Lucky Mustangs Silent Auction is Live! | It’s time to start bidding on auction items! We have some amazing class baskets, school perks, performing arts tickets, and many fantastic items donated by members of our community. Even if you can’t attend the casino night, you can still participate in the silent auction! You can also share the auction link with grandparents or anyone else that would like to support our school, and get a little holiday shopping done too! The auction closes on Friday at 8pm, so don’t delay. Click here to view the auction and start bidding!

You Can Still Buy Tickets to Lucky Mustangs! | This is a fun, adults-only, community building and fundraising event at Applewood Golf Course on Friday, November 6th. Ticket options include $45 for general admission, or $85 for VIP admission to get extra poker chips or entrance into the poker tournament.

Thank You to Our Sponsors! | A huge thank you to our Manning sponsors! We couldn’t pull off the event without you! Check out what our sponsors can do for you:

Personal Achievement Martial Arts

The Fast Filers

Modern Leaf Woodworks

Elevate by Design

Sheppard & Co

Highlands Pediatric Dentistry

Golden Grace Therapy

Online Diamond Plate

Urban Exteriors

Wish Your Student “Happy Birthday” on Manning’s Marquee | Your student’s birthday message will rotate throughout the day of your choice. Please request messages 2 WEEKS prior to your selected date. Cost is $20 with all funds going back to Manning. Request here!

Questions? Email manningmiddlepta@gmail.com

Event Details:

• Event Name: Golden Elks Hoop Shoot
• Date: Thursday, November 12, 2026
• Time: 3:45 PM – 6:30 PM
• Location: Bell Middle School Gym (Golden, CO)
• Cost: Completely Free
• Eligibility: Boys and girls ages 8 to 13 (divided into age groups: 8–9, 10–11, and 12–13)

This local contest is the official starting point for the competition. Winners from our local event can advance through District, State, and Regional rounds, culminating in the National Finals in Chicago. Ultimately, six national champions will have their names and photos permanently displayed in the Naismith Memorial Basketball Hall of Fame.

Beyond the competition, the program highlights the value of hard work and perseverance.

The 8th Grade Showcase Event that highlights all the programs we have to offer incoming families and encourage those families to stay in the Wheat Ridge articulation area. Wheat Ridge offers big school opportunities at a small school size.

Lakewood High School Shadowing

Experience the daily schedule and atmosphere of Lakewood High School by shadowing a student. Click here to sign up!

Lakewood High School Showcase Night

We invite all 8th graders to our Lakewood Highschool Showcase Night on Thursday, November 19 starting at 6:00 pm.

Structural Engineering Institute - Graduate School Chapter at Colorado School of Mines is going to offer more FREE tutoring for the Manning School of Academics and Arts’ students. If your students are interested in getting extra support in their math course, including homework help, studying for assessments, and general direct tutoring instruction, are welcome to attend.

Sessions will be held every Monday and Thursday from August 31st through December 7th. Sessions are from 3:30 - 5:30 PM in McNeil Hall in Classroom 214 on the Mines Campus. The address of this location is 1400 Maple St, Golden, CO 80401.

If you’re interested, please fill out the corresponding forms found here in advance of every session to help prepare adequate staffing. The registration for each session will close 24 hours before the scheduled start time. Priority will go to those who register ahead of time. Please arrange your own parking and pick up, as the program does not arrange transportation.

They would also like to reiterate that it is best if students bring their homework/classwork or textbooks so they can accurately identify what problems that students need help on.

See more important information about this program here. Please reach out with any questions!

The vision of The Manning School of Academics and Arts is to challenge all students to work to their highest potential and encourage student responsibility as they develop intellectually, socially, physically, emotionally and creatively.

Email: Matthew.Hilbert@jeffco.k12.co.us
Website: https://manningschool.jeffcopublicschools.org/
Location: 13200 West 32nd Avenue, Golden, CO, USA
Phone: 303-982-6340
Facebook: facebook.com/manningschooljeffco/