First graders are learning all about traditions in their families and traditions around the world in social studies class. Today, our first graders took part in an annual first grade tradition call the KISS tradition that has been happening for at least twenty years at MES. KISS stands for Kids Invite Someone Special and together students and their someone special built gingerbread masterpieces!
about 15 hours ago, Mokena School District 159
We’re proud to celebrate our 5th grade D.A.R.E. graduates! Our students are ready to stand strong, make positive choices, and lead with confidence. Thank you to Officer Tom and our teachers for partnering to empower our students and thank you to our families, village officials, Board of Education, and district administrators for coming out to support our students on this special day!
about 16 hours ago, Mokena School District 159
At last night's Board of Education meeting, six 8th grade students shared their IMPRESSIVE work from Tech and Design Class. Emily, Katelyn, and Bailey shared the apps they created and programmed as part of the "Apps Creators" unit . Gianna, Rand, and Chloe shared their architectural designs as part of the "Green Architecture Unit". We can't wait to see what the future holds for these young women in STEM!
about 18 hours ago, Mokena School District 159
Mrs. Barr's third graders enjoyed time with their special someones creating gingerbread houses together!
about 21 hours ago, Mokena School District 159
In class yesterday, Mr. Vroom's 6th grade ELA students read the second to last chapter of their novel and he requested they wait to read the final chapter with him today. The students were pulled into the end of the book so much that many admitted they didn't trust themselves to stop reading so they asked if Mr. Vroom could hold onto their books overnight. We hope they enjoy their last chapter together as a class today!
about 23 hours ago, Mokena School District 159
6th grade scietists are continuing their study of Space Systems as they work to answer the essential question of "What cycles occur on Earth due to the interactions of the Sun, Earth, and Moon?" Students are building and using models to analyze and interpret cyclic patterns caused by the rotations and orbits of Earth and the Moon.
1 day ago, Mokena School District 159
Our junior high bands, orchestra, and choir delivered a wonderful winter concert, showcasing their hard work and musical growth! Congratulations to our student musicians and thank you to our directors for a great performance and an enjoyable evening!
2 days ago, Mokena School District 159
As our second graders wrap up their ELA module all about fossils, they are thrilled to welcome a real paleontologist to MES! He is sharing dinosaur fossils he discovered himself, along with the fascinating stories behind each one. Students are also creating their own fossils to model those they’ve seen firsthand. A big thank you to the Mokena PTA for funding this exciting and enriching learning experience for our students!
3 days ago, Mokena School District 159
🎅 MES students had special guests lead the announcements Friday morning! What a fun surprise! 🤶
3 days ago, Mokena School District 159
Come out to enjoy our junior high musicians at their winter concert tomorrow night!
4 days ago, Mokena School District 159
Our families had a magical time at the Mokena PTA's Breakfast with Santa over the weekend!
4 days ago, Mokena School District 159
We are Mokena proud of Mrs. Huerta and Ms. Al-Takriti for presenting at the Multilingual Illinois Statewide Conference yesterday! They continue to inspire other educators from around the state through their session on effective instructional strategies for growth in the four language domains!
7 days ago, Mokena School District 159
6th grade scientists are loving our new space unit! Here are they creating 3D models of our solar system!
7 days ago, Mokena School District 159
Congratulations to all of our Rocket musicians! Our first concert of the year was truly memorable. With 120 students participating in our music program, their hard work—along with the dedication of our directors, Ms. Clifford (Beginning Band), Mrs. Jester (Cadet Band), and Ms. Nyder (Orchestra)—shined through. We are incredibly proud of their efforts and the wonderful performance they delivered!
8 days ago, Mokena Intermediate School
The MJHS Knitting and Crocheting Club has been hard at work helping eachother learn new stitches and creating projects. We love seeing their creativity and teamwork come to life, one loop at a time!
9 days ago, Mokena School District 159
MES third graders are in their speed stacking unit in PE class. Cup stacking builds hand-eye coordination, ambidexterity, focus, and reaction time, while boosting overall motor skills!
10 days ago, Mokena School District 159
⭐ Two more of our fabulous educators presented today at the state's Raising Student Achievement Conference to a standing room only audience! Mrs. Catain (2nd grade teacher) and Ms. Youngblood (instructional coach) shared their work together on structures and routines for building independent reading in the elementary classroom! ⭐
10 days ago, Mokena School District 159
Shoutout to Mr. Martinus, 8th Grade ELA Teacher and MJHS ELA Department Head, for presenting today at the state's Raising Student Achievement Conference. His session was focused on writing instruction and building critical thinking and confident student writers! Great job, Mr. Martinus!
11 days ago, Mokena School District 159
Join us Wednesday night for the Beginning Band, Orchestra, and Cadet Band Winter Concert!
11 days ago, Mokena School District 159
Thank you to our PTA for sponsoring our MIS Movie Night. We had over 200 students enjoy Home Alone and it was a blast.
13 days ago, Mokena Intermediate School
