NC Elementary Battle of the Books

Grades:  4-5

The Battle of the Books is a reading incentive competition whereby students read a wide variety of age-approriate novels from a pre-determined selection of books.  In the spring  students test their knowledge by competing with other schools in the county.  The final county winner will then compete in district and state competition.

Coach:  Rebecca McLean

Art Club

Grades 3-5 

The Art Club at Manchester is designed to give students the opportunity to enjoy, experience, and create art in a more relaxed and informal setting. 

Day:  Thursday
Time:  2-2:30 p.m.

Teacher:  Tabitha Redding

Spelling Bee

Grades 4-5

Teacher:  TBD

Orchestra/Strings

Grade 5

Instructor:  Diamond Foster

Civic Oration

Grade 5

The Woodmen of the World launched its Civic Oration contest in 1948 and is designed to be an annual contest for students who have practiced and developed public speaking skills.  Winners go on to compete in the district, state, and national levels.  

Coach:  Melton Blackwood