Today, Lincoln-Way Special Recreation Association staff took over the MIS PE classes as part of our disability awareness campaign, Respect Week! The students were able to participate in 3 simulations of adapted PE activities including Sit Volleyball, Wheelchair Basketball, and Goalball.
about 8 hours ago, Mokena School District 159
students playing an adapted pe game
students playing an adapted pe game
students playing an adapted pe game
students playing an adapted pe game
students playing an adapted pe game
students playing an adapted pe game
MES is celebrating Read Across America Week! Join in on the fun with a themed spirit week, Book Fair, and Family Night on Wednesday from 6-8pm!
about 12 hours ago, Mokena School District 159
read across america week
It is National School Social Work Week! We are proud to recognize and thank our school social workers for the incredible support they each provide to our school communities! Our social workers play a vital role in supporting our students' academic, social, and emotional well-being through compassionate guidance, collaboration with families and staff, and a strong commitment to helping every student succeed!
about 14 hours ago, Mokena School District 159
happy school social work week
🤠 Mokena Intermediate and Mokena Junior High are ready for Respect Week this upcoming week! Students can participate in their school's spirit days, activities, and fundraisers as a way to promote and celebrate inclusion, acceptance, and respect for all abilities! 🤠
1 day ago, Mokena School District 159
wild wild respect week sign
respect week bulleting board
respect week posters hanging in the hallways
respect week spirit days
respect week spirit days
respect week fundraiser
Mark your calendars with the important Mokena SD 159 dates to remember in March!
1 day ago, Mokena School District 159
March dates to remember

Kindergarten enrollment for the 2026-2027 school year is open! Please visit https://sites.google.com/mokena159.org/kindergarten-enrollment to learn more!

2 days ago, Mokena School District 159
kindergarten enrollment open
Wow! What an amazing opening night of Annie Jr! Come out for today's performances at 3:00pm and 7:00pm! Tickets can be purchased at the door or online at https://events.ticketleap.com/tickets/mokena-jr-high/annie-jr-1942063955 .
2 days ago, Mokena School District 159
annie jr musical performers
annie jr musical performers
annie jr musical performers
annie jr musical performers
annie jr musical performers
annie jr musical performers
annie jr musical performers
annie jr musical performers
annie jr musical performers
annie jr musical performers
Congratulations to the MES February Stars! Keep shining bright! 🌠
3 days ago, Mokena School District 159
mes star award winners with certificates
mes star award winners with certificates
mes star award winners with certificates
mes star award winners with certificates

Here are our Week 4 5Essentials Parent Survey completion rates. In order to receive a school report with the results, we need at least a 20% participation rate and we have reached that at MES and MIS! Visit https://survey.5-essentials.org/Illinois/ and select the appropriate survey to begin. Please remember to fill a survey out for each school your children attend by March 13th.

3 days ago, Mokena School District 159
5essentials completion rates
The Mokena PTA would love your help in celebrating our amazing staff during teacher appreciation week in May! You can donate to help with their plans at https://bit.ly/159Teachers2026 !
3 days ago, Mokena School District 159
donations can be made today for teacher appreciation week in may
Second graders wrote an informative piece about a specific insect they reserached and its role in the pollination process. Their writing included an introduction, facts and details, and a concluding statement. It is great to see their writing grow throughout the year!
3 days ago, Mokena School District 159
2nd graders with their information writing books
♟️ Let's wish Ashkan, Brady, Connor, David, and Robert good luck as they head to the IESA State Chess Tournament today to represent Mokena Junior High! We’re cheering you on every move of the way! ♟️
4 days ago, Mokena School District 159
iesa state chess tournament

The Mokena Junior High musical production of Annie Jr. starts tomorrow night! You can purchase your tickets at https://events.ticketleap.com/tickets/mokena-jr-high/annie-jr-1942063955#/ .

4 days ago, Mokena School District 159
annie jr. musical flyer
Congratulations to Mrs. Chorley (MES Principal) and Dr. Lucas-Nihei (MES Psychologist) on presenting today at the National Association for School Psychologists Annual Convention. They shared the school's process for analyzing student data to make informed decisions about student interventions as part of the MTSS process. Thanks for inspiring other school professionals from across the country and making us Mokena proud!
4 days ago, Mokena School District 159
Mrs. Chorley and Dr. Lucas-Nihei at their presentation
MES students enjoyed following the medal count for the Winter Olympic Games! Pictured here is Mrs. Arduino's class, who listened to several books about the Olympics, researched different Olympic sports, and learned about the meaning of the Olympic torch!
6 days ago, Mokena School District 159
Mrs. Arduino's class holding olympic torches
As 6th grade scientists begin their ecosystems unit, they have been introduced to proper microscope use. Students practiced focusing techniques using a variety of prepared slides to build foundational skills. In the coming weeks, they will apply these skills as they observe live specimens under the microscope.

6 days ago, Mokena School District 159
students using a microscope
students using a microscope
students using a microscope
students using a microscope
Support MES with a meal from Chick-fil-a today!
7 days ago, Mokena School District 159
moekna spirit night

Kindergarten enrollment for the 2026-2027 school year is open! Please visit https://sites.google.com/mokena159.org/kindergarten-enrollment to learn more!

7 days ago, Mokena School District 159
kindergarten enrollment open

MES Teacher Mr. Steve Hippleheuser was recently recognized by the American Heart Association for his leadership in raising $527,000 over the 21 years he has led the Kids Heart Challenge at the school. You can learn more about Mr. H's recognition and contributions at https://www.mokena159.org/article/2721442 .

8 days ago, Mokena School District 159
Mr. H with the american heart association receiving his award
Registration for the Color Run is open! Visit https://bit.ly/PTAColorRun2026 to register today! Also, volunteers are needed for the event. Visit https://bit.ly/ColorRunVolunteers26 to volunteer!
8 days ago, Mokena School District 159
color run is may 26th at main park
volunteers are needed to make the event successful