History

Manlius Pebble Hill School's history dates back to 1869, when The Manlius School was founded. In 1970, Manlius merged with Pebble Hill School to form Manlius Pebble Hill. Many of our traditions, such as Red & White Day and the handshaking ceremony, began at these schools and continue today. Perhaps the most important legacy from both schools is our tradition of academic excellence. While The Manlius School was recognized as one of the top military academies in the country, serving at one time as a feeder school for West Point, Pebble Hill graduates were going on to some of the best colleges and universities in the country.

Today, with the support of over 3300 alumni throughout the world, Manlius Pebble Hill School benefits from giving students a strong sense of history. Plaques dedicated to alumni who gave their lives in World War I and World War II personalize these significant events. Photographs of the undefeated football teams from The Manlius School encourage school pride in our athletic tradition. "Headboy" plaques lining the hallway of the McNeil Center and Pebble Hill award plaques in the Dining Center inspire top students to work hard so their names will live on in the School archives.

In a culture increasingly obsessed with "today," Manlius Pebble Hill, with roots firmly planted in the community, relies on the wisdom and strength of the past to give its students the finest education possible for the future.

Read the Spring 2007 Article "A Tale of Two Schools"