Family Center & Monty's Closet
About Us
The Family Center and Monty's Closet are here to meet the needs of Monarch students and their families. Through Title I funding, the Manzano Family Center and Monty's Closet provides a welcoming place for Manzano High School families to visit.
At the Family Center, current students and families have access to:
- Computers and printers (available 09:00 AM - 03:40 PM)
- School supplies and snacks
- Monarch Moments - Students and families are always invited to these events located at MHS Family Center or in conjunction with the Community School Coordinator's [Melissa Melfi and Community Support Liaison, Silvia Blackledge] events, located in various areas at MHS
- Monty's Closet - An on-campus clothing bank where students and families may select clothing to suit their needs
We welcome the opportunity to serve Monarch students and their families. We're located in D-11 and D-12. Stop by--we'd love to meet you!
Through Title I funding, the Manzano Family Center and Monty's Closet provides a welcoming place for Manzano High School families to visit.
Contact Information
Community School Coordinator
Melissa Melfi Phone: (505)559-2200 ext. 23437
Community Support Liaison,
Silvia Blackledge
Phone: (505) 559-2200 ext. 23339
Donations Needed & Always Appreciated
- Gently Used or New Stylish Clothing (All Sizes)
- Jackets/Hoodies
- New or Gently Used Shoes
- Plastic Hangers
- Personal Hygiene Products (Ex: Wipes, Deodorant, Body Wash)
- Feminine Hygiene Products
- Snacks (for daily snack breaks - which includes but not limited to: individually wrapped fruit roll ups, crackers, cookies, chips, dried fruit, protein or granola bars, bottled water or sports beverages, etc.)
- Paper Goods - Cups, plates, napkins, cutlery
- Mechanical pencils; scientific calculators
Manzano Food Pantry
The 2nd Wednesday of every month (of the school year) we will host a drive thru food pantry. This is held in Wilson Stadium parking lot.