School District of Manatee County

10/08/2026

🎂✨ Since opening one year ago, The Soar in 4 Lab has become one of Carolina’s favorite places to explore, play and learn - a place she has visited dozens of times to make memories with family.

When it came time to celebrate turning 4, Carolina knew exactly what she wanted: a Soar in 4-themed birthday party surrounded by her friends. 🦄

For many of her guests, it was their very first visit to The Soar Lab. 🥳 Carolina was the perfect little host, helping introduce her friends to a space filled with imagination, discovery and hands-on fun - even organizing 3-D printed party favors.

From exploring interactive spaces to celebrating with friends in a place designed just for little learners, Carolina’s big day was a sweet reminder that birthdays can be both magical and meaningful.

Happy 4th birthday, Carolina — you helped your friends SOAR into something new!🎉

10/08/2026

We’re proud to celebrate Manatee County’s traditional public school students who claimed 773 academic awards through the College Board National Recognition Program.

They are among more than 300,000 students nationwide recognized for their achievement on AP® Exams and/or PSAT-related assessments.

Eligible students had the opportunity to claim up to three awards: the First-Generation Recognition Award, Rural and Small-Town Recognition Award, and School Recognition Award.

Congratulations to all of our recognized students!
For more information, visit:
https://bigfuture.collegeboard.org/communities-events/national-recognition-programs/faq

10/08/2026

What a special connection! A Manatee County Sheriff's Office School Resource Officer reunited with his former fifth grade teacher while on duty at Palm View K - 8 School ❤

Mr. Cordero was our guest SRO's 5th grade teacher. We love seeing our past students and the success they have had throughout the years.

10/07/2026

Fueling the next generation of automotive experts! 🚗💨 A huge thank you to The Gettel Automotive Group for their $10,000 donation to the Automotive Maintenance and Light Repair program at Parrish Community High School. This support will directly help students pursuing careers in the automotive service field.

10/07/2026

Due to the excessive rainfall our area has experienced over the last several days, along with continued rain in the forecast for the coming week, the Manatee Marching Exhibition scheduled for Tuesday, October 13, at Manatee High School has been canceled.

This decision was made in the best interest of our students and band programs across the district.

We know our students work hard to prepare for opportunities like the Manatee Marching Exhibition and appreciate the support of our families and community. We look forward to celebrating the accomplishments of our talented student musicians throughout the remainder of the marching season.

Thank you for your understanding and continued support of our performing arts programs.

10/07/2026

Volunteers are still needed for 🚌 Stuff the Bus 🚌 this Sunday, October 11 between 9 a.m. and 3 p.m. at participating Manatee County Publix stores. A great opportunity for high school students looking to earn community service hours!

📣 If you're grocery shopping this weekend, please consider donating food items to support families in our community. Donations will be loaded onto our school buses on Sunday.

To volunteer, register here: https://www.volunteersuncoast.org/stuffthebus

10/06/2026

Check out this workmanship from Electa Lee Middle School students. Their knowledge is soaring in Mr. Oliver’s class. Well done, Bolts! ⚡️

10/06/2026

A special thanks to our community partners at First Watch for generously donating 15K free kids meal* coupons to all of our elementary school families. Schools will be sending them home in backpacks soon! 🌻 *with purchase of adult meal

10/06/2026

📅 Record Day - Monday, October 12, 2026. No school for students.

Whether you're planning vacations, appointments, or family time in 2026-2027, use these scheduled days off to help keep your child in school on learning days.

Because when students are in class, every lesson, every connection, and every day counts. Save this calendar for the school year ahead.

10/06/2026

Nearly 200 young men. One powerful sound. 🎶

On Monday, students from middle and high schools across the School District of Manatee County came together for Real Men Sing, a special choral event featuring middle school, high school and combined performances.

This year’s guest conductor and music educator, Miguel Oquendo from Hillsborough County, joined SDMC Visual & Performing Arts music directors Tommy Jomisko (Manatee High School) and Steve Armstrong (Braden River High School) — who, fun fact, all sang together in a chorus at USF 26 years ago!

Students were also treated to a special performance by Suite Life Quartet before taking the stage themselves.

A day full of music, mentorship and memories. 👏