News & Notes

Winter Storm Support & Community Resources

Families who need additional support as a result of the winter storm are encouraged to access community resources through United Way of Greenville County. United Way is actively coordinating with local shelters, food partners, emergency management, and healthcare providers to support community members during extreme cold weather conditions.  Additional information and assistance can be found on the United Way's website.  

8th Grade Day

JL Mann High School will be hosting our 4th annual 8th grade day events for incoming 9th grade Patriots! Beck Middle School will attend on February 17th. Fisher Middle School and all other surrounding middle schools will attend on February 19th. Both events are scheduled for 9-11am. This is a STUDENT ONLY event where they will have an opportunity to tour and learn about all the exciting opportunities to experience in high school!  For all questions, please contact your 8th grade administrator or counselor. #EmpireofMANN  @gcschools

ACCESS Testing

ACCESS Testing will be held at J. L. Mann High School January 21-February 13, beginning at 8:45 a.m. each day.  ACCESS is an English-speaking ability test required by the SC State Department of Education for students whose primary language is not English.  Results from the ACCESS test help teachers better understand how to support all learners in their classrooms.  The ACCESS test has four sections:  Listening, Reading, Writing and Speaking.  If your student is assigned to ACCESS testing you will receive an email notice from Dr. Alsip before testing begins on January 21.

J.L. Mann Gymnasium Named in Honor of Coach Ronald E. Moore

J.L. Mann High School is proud to announce that our gymnasium has been officially named in honor of Coach Ronald E. Moore. Coach Moore’s dedication to our students, his commitment to excellence, and his lasting impact on the J.L. Mann community have inspired generations of Patriots on and off the court.

We invite our students, families, alumni, and community members to learn more about Coach Moore’s legacy and the story behind this special recognition.

Continue reading the full announcement here.