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Matteson School District 162

EXCELLENCE IS THE EXPECTATION

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District 162 is a partnership of home, school, and community whose mission is to inspire a desire for learning.

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School District 162 is comprised of seven schools with a total enrollment of more than 2,900 students in grades pre-K through 8th grade. We are proud of our record of academic achievement. Our Blue Ribbon School, Arcadia Elementary, along with our state spotlight and honor roll schools, join together to form the Southland's most vibrant and dynamic district. Please explore our web site to learn more about 162 and what makes us so proud.

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Latest News

First Day of School 2026-2027

First Day of School 2026-2027

First Day of School! Friday, August 21, 2026 Welcome Back! The first day of school is Friday, August 21st and we can’t wait to see our students’ smiling faces after a long summer break. As we prepa...
Back to School Reminders

Back to School Reminders

Greetings Matteson School Families,We are two weeks away from the start of school for registered students! If you have not, please register as soon as possible so your child can be assigned their c...
REGISTER NOW FOR SCHOOL YEAR 2026-2027!

REGISTER NOW FOR SCHOOL YEAR 2026-2027!

Greetings Matteson School Families,Although you all just started your summer, we are preparing now for our first day of school in August!Registration for returning students began in March. Please r...
Fine Arts Night -- Thursday, May 14th, 6PM - 7PM

Fine Arts Night -- Thursday, May 14th, 6PM - 7PM

Don't forget to join us for Fine Arts Night on Thursday! Kindergarten - 3rd grade students will have art on display throughout the building and there will be a special performance from the Matteson...

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Hear From Our Staff!

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Mrs. Patrice Cogar, 4th Grade Teacher

"I like working for Matteson School District 162 mainly for the camaraderie that I have with my fellow colleagues. I really feel like we are all a team regardless of what school we are teaching at. "

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Dr. Kim McGuire, Principal

"Richton Square School is a place where learning is valued, development is supported, growth is tangible and energy is abundant. Academic and Social-emotional development are embedded in everything we do. Richton Square School is the place where it all begins!"

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Mrs. Amanda Godin, 4th Grade Teacher

"Being a teacher in District 162, means being surrounded by wonderful, caring teachers who are completely invested in teaching the children of the community with creative and engaging lessons. Working alongside the dynamic staff members of the district is truly inspiring!"

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Maria Campos, Teacher

I love working for the district, because of the level of respect and professionalism and respect from administrators, colleagues and staff.

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District 162 Leadership

 

Dr. Blondean Y. Davis, Superintendent

Mr. Jeffrey Johnson, Matteson 162 School Board President

162board@sd162.org