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Welcome to the Manchester Community School District

The Manchester Community School District is in Southwestern Washtenaw County, approximately 20 miles southwest of Ann Arbor. The school district enjoys a high level of involvement and support from parents and citizens. The Manchester Community Schools offer a robust academic program which includes strong core content area instruction, as well as art education, physical education, vocal and instrumental music, business and technology courses, career technical opportunities, athletics, foreign languages, Advanced Placement courses, and a broad array of extracurricular activities. The Manchester Community School district provides educational excellence in a caring community.  

Upcoming Events

  • Fri 8 August
    • KLAGER CLOSED FOR CONSTRUCTION
      Date: Aug 8
      Location: 405 Ann Arbor St.
      Calendar: Klager Elementary
      https://mcs.gofmx.com/scheduling/requests/2633899/occurrences/6326090
    • Marching Band Camp
      Date: Aug 8
      Location: 20500 Dutch Drive
      Calendar: Jr / Sr High
      https://mcs.gofmx.com/scheduling/requests/2654992/occurrences/6383018
  • Sat 9 August
    • KLAGER CLOSED FOR CONSTRUCTION
      Date: Aug 9
      Location: 405 Ann Arbor St.
      Calendar: Klager Elementary
      https://mcs.gofmx.com/scheduling/requests/2633899/occurrences/6326091
  • Sun 10 August
    • KLAGER CLOSED FOR CONSTRUCTION
      Date: Aug 10
      Location: 405 Ann Arbor St.
      Calendar: Klager Elementary
      https://mcs.gofmx.com/scheduling/requests/2633899/occurrences/6326092
  • Mon 11 August
    • KLAGER CLOSED FOR CONSTRUCTION
      Date: Aug 11
      Location: 405 Ann Arbor St.
      Calendar: Klager Elementary
      https://mcs.gofmx.com/scheduling/requests/2633899/occurrences/6326093
    • SIOP Training with WISD 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM
      SIOP Training with WISD
      Date: Aug 11
      Time: 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM
      Location: 20500 Dutch Drive
      Calendar: Jr / Sr High
      https://mcs.gofmx.com/scheduling/requests/2662981/occurrences/6433015
    • Youth Wrestling Practice - Next Level
      Date: Aug 11
      Time: 6:00 PM to 8:00 PM
      Location: 20500 Dutch Drive
      Calendar: Jr / Sr High
      https://mcs.gofmx.com/scheduling/requests/2667966/occurrences/6451994

August 11, 2025 Special Board Meeting - Board Vacancy

6:00pm - Monday, August 11, 2025

In-person

Manchester Junior/Senior High School Media Center

20500 Dutch Dr.

Manchester, MI  48158

July 29, 2025 Board Workshop

6:00pm - Tuesday, July 29, 2025 

In-person Manchester Junior/Senior High School Media Center 

20500 Dutch Dr. 

Manchester, MI 48158

Board Vacancy - July/August 2025

The Manchester Community School District is seeking applications for the current vacant position on the board of education. An individual will be appointed to fill the vacant position through December 31, 2028 if elected on the November 2026 election, or will be replaced by the individual elected to the position (based upon the November 2026 election results) once the election results are certified. 

Interested persons must complete the MCS Application of Intent for the MCS Board of Education vacancy, and the Affidavit of Residency no later than Thursday, August 7, 2025 by 2:00 p.m.

Following a review of the submitted materials, the board will schedule interviews with all candidates on Monday, August 11, 2025 beginning at 6:00pm and, if needed, Tuesday, August 12, 2025 beginning at 6:00pm. 

The Board will select an appointee immediately following the interviews and the appointee will be sworn in at the 6pm regular board meeting on August 18, 2025.

If you have any questions concerning the role of the board of education and the responsibilities of a board member, please contact Steve Head, Superintendent of Schools, at shead@mcs.k12.mi.us.

Manchester Community Schools

710 E. Main Street
Manchester, MI 48158
Steven Head
Superintendent
Shannon Cajic
Chief Financial Officer
Laura Neal
Human Resource Coordinator
Menhem Aouad
Director of Special Education
Benjamin Bruursema
Technology Director
Bryan Houttekier
Buildings and Grounds Director
Karen Lorincz
Transporation Director
Darcy Matthies
Recording Secretary to the Board
Accounts Payable

Manchester Community Schools Foundation

August 11, 2025 Special Board Meeting - Board Vacancy

6:00pm - Monday, August 11, 2025

In-person

Manchester Junior/Senior High School Media Center

20500 Dutch Dr.

Manchester, MI  48158

July 29, 2025 Board Workshop

6:00pm - Tuesday, July 29, 2025 

In-person Manchester Junior/Senior High School Media Center 

20500 Dutch Dr. 

Manchester, MI 48158

Board Vacancy - July/August 2025

The Manchester Community School District is seeking applications for the current vacant position on the board of education. An individual will be appointed to fill the vacant position through December 31, 2028 if elected on the November 2026 election, or will be replaced by the individual elected to the position (based upon the November 2026 election results) once the election results are certified. 

Interested persons must complete the MCS Application of Intent for the MCS Board of Education vacancy, and the Affidavit of Residency no later than Thursday, August 7, 2025 by 2:00 p.m.

Following a review of the submitted materials, the board will schedule interviews with all candidates on Monday, August 11, 2025 beginning at 6:00pm and, if needed, Tuesday, August 12, 2025 beginning at 6:00pm. 

The Board will select an appointee immediately following the interviews and the appointee will be sworn in at the 6pm regular board meeting on August 18, 2025.

If you have any questions concerning the role of the board of education and the responsibilities of a board member, please contact Steve Head, Superintendent of Schools, at shead@mcs.k12.mi.us.

Back-to-School Open House!

Manchester Community Schools invites all families to our Back-to-School Open House!

Come explore the buildings, meet our amazing staff, and get a head start on a great school year.

Date: August 20, 2025

Time: 5:00-7:30 PM

Luther C. Klager Elementary, Riverside Intermediate, and Jr/Sr High School

Whether you're new to the district or returning for another exciting year, we look forward to welcoming you back and helping you and your student feel prepared and confident for the first day!

Board Vacancy - July/August 2025

The Manchester Community School District is seeking applications for the current vacant position on the board of education. An individual will be appointed to fill the vacant position through December 31, 2028 if elected on the November 2026 election, or will be replaced by the individual elected to the position (based upon the November 2026 election results) once the election results are certified. 

Interested persons must complete the MCS Application of Intent for the MCS Board of Education vacancy, and the Affidavit of Residency no later than Thursday, August 7, 2025 by 2:00 p.m.

Following a review of the submitted materials, the board will schedule interviews with all candidates on Monday, August 11, 2025 beginning at 6:00pm and, if needed, Tuesday, August 12, 2025 beginning at 6:00pm. 

The Board will select an appointee immediately following the interviews and the appointee will be sworn in at the 6pm regular board meeting on August 18, 2025.

If you have any questions concerning the role of the board of education and the responsibilities of a board member, please contact Steve Head, Superintendent of Schools, at shead@mcs.k12.mi.us.