Mattawan Consolidated School is a growing school district just west of Kalamazoo and Portage, Michigan. The area is dotted with lakes and combines the advantages of rural living with close proximity to a metropolitan area. Located halfway between Chicago and Detroit, the District is a semi-rural/suburban school on the fringe of Kalamazoo/Portage, Michigan. Covering approximately 52 square miles, this family-oriented, education-minded community is attracting residents from the surrounding area and is becoming home to individuals and families new to the Kalamazoo area. Mattawan Consolidated School's approximately 3,800 students receive a rigorous academic experience. The four schools that comprise the school district are centrally located, providing easy access to each school and maximizing interaction among the students and staffs. A rigorous curriculum and research-based instructional strategies are the foundation for the learning environment for students at Mattawan Consolidated School District. As a Professional Learning Community, teachers, students parents, and community members collaborate to ensure an exemplary program. Our district's core curriculum exceeds the Michigan Department of Education requirements in all courses and integrates core state and national standards within the subject content. In addition, the district offers enrichment programs to challenge high-achieving students and a comprehensive special education program in order to meet the needs of all learners. Exemplary curriculum, strong instructional standards for teaching and learning, opportunities for involvement in extra-curricular activities and community programs, unparalleled parent support, highly-qualified professional staff and support personnel, all combine to assist each child in succeeding in reaching their full potential.