Mr. Manley joined Bloomsburg High School in August 2018 after
serving as a Social Studies Teacher for 5 years with Shamokin Area School
District. Prior to his time at Shamokin, Mr. Manley had the unique
opportunity to work with adjudicated and at-risk youth, primarily in the
communities of Reading and Philadelphia. His work in struggling
communities around the Commonwealth has prepared him for a career of
building up students of all different backgrounds and abilities. He comes
to our community motivated and with a sense of pride and enthusiasm.
Mr. Manley grew up in the Scranton area and graduated from Abington
Heights High School. He received his undergraduate degree from
Bloomsburg University in History and Education. Mr. Manley is
Pennsylvania certified in Social Studies 7-12, English 7-12, Citizenship 7-
12, Mid-Level Science 7-9, and now Principal K-12. Mr. Manley earned his
Master’s Degree in Educational Leadership from Edinboro University in
2017 and completed his Principal Certification Program in August of
2018.

Mr. Manley believes that establishing a school culture where students can
flourish, begins with building relationships. Mr. Manley also believes in
giving students authentic experiences that will make them life-long
learners. He is here to facilitate the growth of our school community
beyond our walls and out to society as a whole.

During his free time, Mr. Manley enjoys spending time with his family,
playing guitar, golf, learning new skills, and attending concerts.

Please feel free to contact me!

jmanley@bloomsd.k12.pa.us

570-784-6100