We invite our community, alumni, and friends to join us for this special celebration Tuesday, December 9, at 4PM in the Barron Collier High School Gymnasium.
Mr. Manley opened Barron Collier in 1978 and led with integrity, vision, and heart for nearly two decades. Appointed just four months before the school’s opening, he tackled the extraordinary challenge of building a school from the ground up.
Through every setback, he pressed forward. When athletic fields weren’t ready, he found creative solutions. When the school faced teacher shortages, he stepped into the classroom himself—teaching biology to ensure students never missed a learning opportunity. His leadership helped shape Barron Collier into one of Florida’s premier high schools, known for its strong academics, high graduation rates, and vibrant extracurricular programs…