Colin Powell Middle School

Superintendent Search

The Matteson Elementary School District 159 Board of Education is conducting its search for a new superintendent with the assistance of the Illinois Association of School Boards (IASB).

Effective Monday, September 27, 2021 Elementary School District 159 will discontinue Crisis Go parent notification until further notice. We take the safety and education of all students very seriously. With this in mind, we will continue to screen all students for COVID symptoms and follow IDPH recommendations.

Student Bus Route Changes

We have made some slight changes on our student bus routes. Please click the READ FULL STORY button for an updated route schedule. Stay well, Stay safe

Parent - Teacher Conferences

Parent - Teacher conferences will be held via Zoom meetings on Thursday, September 23, 2021 from 12p.m. - 8p.m.

Unity in the Community Back to School Parade and Rally

We will begin lining up for the parade at 10am at Colin Powell Middle School, located at 20600 Matteson, Ave. Fun activities, book bags and food give-away will follow the parade.

Transportation Crisis

On behalf of the School District, I want to thank you so much for your patience and understanding during our student transportation crisis. As you all know, the shortage of bus drivers is a national crisis effecting students and their families throughout the country.