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About Manteno Middle School
Manteno Middle School serves 681 students in grades 5-8. A normal school day is from 8:05 am - 2:55 pm. Originally built in 1954, the school has undergone numerous renovations, including an 18-classroom addition and a complete replacement of major HVAC systems in 2007.
Students in 5th grade follow a traditional self-contained classroom model, with specialized instruction in general music, beginning band, art, and physical education. Students in 6th. 7th, and 8th grades follow a unique middle school scheduling model called "Inter-Disciplinary Flex Block". A related arts block includes instruction in computers, writing, art, fitness, health, and physical education. Extra-curricular activities include softball, baseball, basketball, wrestling, volleyball, cheerleading, show choir, student council, scholastic bowl, math team, spelling team, chess club, literary club, technology club, and speech team.
Manteno Middle School is a member of the Kan-Will Athletic Conference.
Upcoming Events
Late Start Days for 2026-2027
As we prepare for the 2026–2027 school year, we would like to inform you of the scheduled late start dates for staff professional learning and collaboration.
On the following dates, students will report to school one hour later than their normal start time:
- September 2, 2026
- October 7, 2026
- November 4, 2026
- December 2, 2026
- February 3, 2027
- March 3, 2027
- April 7, 2027
- May 5, 2027
These late start mornings provide valuable time for teachers and staff to participate in professional development, curriculum planning, and collaboration focused on improving student learning.
Ivy League will continue to be at the Elementary School to help provide before and after-school childcare, which would include childcare for the extra hour on these late start dates. For more information about Ivy League, please check out their website: https://ivyleaguekids.org/ivy-league-kids-manteno-cusd-5/
Bus pickup times will also run one hour later than normal on these dates. School dismissal times will remain unchanged.
We appreciate your support and partnership as we continue working to provide the best possible educational experience for all students. Please mark these dates on your family calendar.
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