⭐ 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! ⭐
15 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!
16 days ago, Mokena School District 159
Join us Wednesday night for the Beginning Band, Orchestra, and Cadet Band Winter Concert!
16 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.
18 days ago, Mokena Intermediate School
Our 3rd graders were visited by "The Frog Lady" who shared some of her froggy friends with students as an extension to their ELA module all about frogs! Thank you to the Mokena PTA for funding this amazing learning experience for our students!
20 days ago, Kristin Johnson
Our amazing MES teachers were hard at work during yesterday's Early Release professional development as they collaborated across grade levels as part of their School Improvement Goal!
Their focus this month was cross grade articulation about math fluency making sure they all had a shared understanding of the fluency standards at every grade level. Teachers dug into instruction, strategies, and fun, meaningful games students can use to build strong math foundations.
We’re so proud of our team for coming together to ensure consistent, high-quality math learning for all students!
20 days ago, Kristin Johnson
Who stole Christmas? Definitely not our Athletic Boosters! Thank you for organizing an awesome Grinch Basketball Games even for our athletes, students, and families. Everyone had a great time, even the ones whose hearts were two sizes too small!
21 days ago, Mokena School District 159
Kinderbuddies got into the festive spirit today as they completed fun holiday activities together!
21 days ago, Mokena School District 159
MIS continued to honor our Veterans throughout the month of November with a school-wide fundraiser benefiting the Wounded Warrior Project. Students and families supported the effort through online donations as well as the purchase of pencils, stickers, and wristbands.
Today, Wednesday, December 3, we had the privilege of hosting a representative from the Wounded Warrior Project. She shared her personal journey and spoke about the impact the organization has had on her family and on thousands of others across the country. Our students gained valuable insight into how their contributions will help support and uplift Veterans in need.
We were proud to present her with a donation check in the amount of $721.00. We are grateful to our MIS community for their generosity and commitment in honoring those who have served.
21 days ago, Mokena Intermediate School
🎵 Two Mokena musicians, Sydney (clarinet in Symphonic Band) and Chloe (bass in Orchestra), represented the Mokena Music Department at The Illinois Music Education Association's Junior District Festival! They both took part in a full day of music making with students from the southwestern metropolitan Chicago area. We are so proud of their hard work and incredible performances! 🎵
21 days ago, Mokena School District 159
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22 days ago, Mokena School District 159
Our 4th graders are continuing their study of U.S. regions! This week, they teamed up to explore the Midwest including its states, key landmarks, and what makes the region unique!
22 days ago, Mokena School District 159
December 2nd is National Special Education Day as it commemorates the anniversary of the nation’s first federal special education law, Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA)! Today we honor and celebrate the incredible teachers, service providers, paraprofessionals, administrators, parents, and community partners who empower our students each and every day!
22 days ago, Mokena School District 159
The MJHS Athletic Booster's 3rd Annual Grinch Game is 2 days away! Let’s pack the stands for our boys basketball games and prove that no one , not even the Grinch, can steal our game day spirit!
23 days ago, Mokena School District 159
MIS Movie Night is December 5th! Students have chosen "Home Alone" as the feature film! Sign up your MIS student at
https://bit.ly/MISMovieNight25 today!
23 days ago, Kristin Johnson
To practice oral language expression and vocabulary, Mrs. Grzybowski’s students described an image to her and she drew a picture using only their descriptions. What a great way to practice descriptive details!
23 days ago, Mokena School District 159
We look forward to seeing our students and staff back at school tomorrow! Don't forget tomorrow starts the communicated bus changes posted in Skyward!
24 days ago, Mokena School District 159
24 days ago, Kristin Johnson
❄️🧥 Mokena School District is partnering with Midland State Bank and the Mokena Lions Club for a Winter Coat Drive. Boxes are located in each school to collect new and gently used coats! 🧥❄️
24 days ago, Kristin Johnson
We’re especially thankful for our incredible students, dedicated staff, and supportive families who make our schools such special places to learn and grow. Wishing everyone a wonderful Thanksgiving!
27 days ago, Mokena School District 159
