Our staff members ended the week wearing this school year's district t-shirt together. This year's shirt features a piece of the district's mission statement, "Engage, Inspire, Equip", reminding us we all play a vital part in our collective mission "to engage, inspire, and equip all students with the tools needed for lifelong academic, social, and emotional success."
about 22 hours ago, Mokena School District 159
See you Monday! What a wonderful first week back! We’re looking forward to all that this school year has in store and can’t wait to see our students grow, learn, and shine. Here’s to a fantastic year ahead!
2 days ago, Mokena School District 159
MES Kindergarteners are LOVING recess! Lots of energy, laughter, imagination, and fun being had on our playgrounds by our newest Stars!
2 days ago, Mokena School District 159
Sixth grade scientists are learning about the importance of scientific drawings in the science field. They practiced their scientific drawing skills by sketching something outside in nature.
2 days ago, Mokena School District 159
MES launched this year's school theme, Anchored in Excellence, with an all staff picture. "Our theme reminds us that excellence is not a single achievement; it is the steady commitment we make each day to our students, one another, and the work we do together. We are anchored by our shared purpose, strong relationships, high expectations, and belief that every child deserves an exceptional educational experience," MES Principal, Mrs. Chorley, shares about the theme.
3 days ago, Mokena School District 159
⭐🚀☄️What a great morning at all of our schools as we welcomed our students to the 2026-2027 school year! Seeing the first day excitement, smiles, and happy energy made for the perfect start to a new school year. Here’s to a year full of growth, learning, friendship, and plenty of fun! ☄️🚀⭐
4 days ago, Mokena School District 159
Tomorrow is the first day of school! We can't wait to officially welcome back our Stars, Rockets, and Meteors!
5 days ago, Mokena School District 159
We look forward to welcoming our students and families at Back-to-School Nights today for 2nd Grade, 3rd Grade, 5th Grade, and SELF!
5 days ago, Mokena School District 159
We’re excited to welcome our amazing staff members back as we prepare for a brand-new school year! This morning we kicked off the school year together with breakfast and information to get the year started. Thank you for all you do to create a positive, welcoming, and inspiring school community. Here’s to a fantastic year filled with learning, connection, and plenty of great memories!
6 days ago, Mokena School District 159
We look forward to welcoming our students and families at Back-to-School Nights today for Early Childhood, Early Start, Kindergarten, 1st Grade, and 4th Grade!
6 days ago, Mokena School District 159
Make sure to stop by the MES and MIS Back-to-School Nights on Monday and Tuesday!
7 days ago, Mokena School District 159
Thank you to all of the parents and guardians who attended the MIS Information Night last night! We appreciate you coming in to learn more about MIS as we look forward to a great school year together!
9 days ago, Mokena School District 159
Our certified staff attended their last day of orientation today. They learned all about our curriculum, instruction, and special programs. Thank you to our instructional coaches and coordinators for leading this professional development.
10 days ago, Mokena School District 159
Thank you to the Mokena PTA for hosting a wonderful Kindergarten Playdate last night! It was so fun to see our newest Stars meeting classmates and playing together on the playground!
10 days ago, Mokena School District 159
Tonight is Mokena Intermediate's "Parent Information Night" from 6-7PM! We hope to see many of our parents and guardians at this event!
10 days ago, Mokena School District 159
MES students, parents, and staff can come on out to the school on August 17th and 18th to "Chalk the Walk" with messages of inspiration for the first day of school! Stop by when you can and chalk will be available at the school entrances.
11 days ago, Mokena School District 159
Today our new certified staff members spent the morning with their school administrators as our new mentors received training. Then our new staff and mentors came together for our annual "Marigolds Luncheon" and an afternoon of collaboration within the schools! Thank you to our mentors for providing this vital support to our new staff members as they begin their careers here in Mokena SD 159!
11 days ago, Mokena School District 159
We can't wait!
11 days ago, Mokena School District 159
THANK YOU to the Mokena Chamber of Commerce and the Mokena businesses who put together special "Welcome to Mokena" bags for our new staff! Your generousity, appreciation, and warm welcome was defintely felt by our new staff members today. We are very fortunate to be a part of such a supportive community!
12 days ago, Mokena School District 159
Today we welcomed all of our new staff to the district! We enjoyed a full day together learning about the district, touring the district boundaries and schools on a big yellow limousine, and getting technology and our web based programs ready to go! It was an eventful first day and we are looking forward to even more tomorrow!
12 days ago, Mokena School District 159
