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9 days ago, Mokena School District 159
early dismissal day
MES 1st graders were visited by Officer Tom today! He talked with all students about emergency situations that require calling 911 and how to call 911 and properly report an emergency. Students also took home a worksheet to help them learn their address and a phone number of an adult at home.
9 days ago, Mokena School District 159
officer tom visit
6th grade students are investigating the question, "Can shadows provide evidence for the changing of the seasons?" in science class!
10 days ago, Mokena School District 159
students investigating science
students investigating science
students investigating science
students investigating science
students investigating science
students investigating science
students investigating science

4th and 5th grade students are invited to attend the MIS Drawing Night on February 6th. Parents can sign their child up at https://bit.ly/MISArtNight2026 . Thank you to the PTA for putting on this creative event!

14 days ago, Mokena School District 159
drawing night
MIS would like to congratulate our December Dig Deal Award recipients! These students were nominated by their teachers for consistently following our Rocket Expectations, demonstrating leadership in the classroom, and setting a positive example for their classmates.

They not only work hard on their own learning but also strive to make MIS a great place to learn for everyone!
15 days ago, Mokena Intermediate School
December Big Deal Award

First grade astronomers and astronauts had an out-of-this-world experience the past two days! They stepped inside the StarLab and explored the stars, planets, and constellations to extend the learning from their ELA module. Thank you to the Mokena PTA for sponsoring this stellar in-house extension!

15 days ago, Mokena School District 159
starlab
starlab
starlab
starlab
starlab
starlab

2026 is off to a great start in Mokena SD 159! We look forward to all the new year will bring!

17 days ago, Mokena School District 159
2026 hats on students

The Village of Mokena has installed a larger version of the "No Left Turn" sign at Wolf and Willowcrest. MES Families- please be sure to only turn right during arrival and dismissal to keep the traffic flow going out of the parking lot. Thank you for your continued cooperation!

18 days ago, Mokena School District 159
new sign
We look forward to welcoming our students and staff back on Monday!
19 days ago, Mokena School District 159
school resumes monday
Happy New Year from Mokena School District 159! We wish our students, families, staff, and community a year filled with learning, growth, and success. Here’s to a great year ahead!
22 days ago, Mokena School District 159
Happy New Year!
The Mokena Junior High Positive Impact Team is partnering with the American Red Cross for our 3rd Annual Blood Drive. The blood drive will be held on February 4th from 1-6pm at MJHS. Community members and staff can sign-up for a donation time at https://www.redcrossblood.org/give.html/drive-results?zipSponsor=MSD159.
23 days ago, Mokena School District 159
blood drive flyer
Happy Holidays from all of us in Mokena School District 159!
29 days ago, Mokena School District 159
happy holidays!

Before leaving for break, Mrs. Arduino's first graders made holiday cards for those in the hospital and in nursing homes. Today, Mrs. Arduino and her children delivered them to spread some cheer! Thank you to Mrs. Arduino, her students, and her children for their thoughtfulness this time of year!

29 days ago, Mokena School District 159
holiday cards
holiday cards
holiday cards
The MES Student Council shared some holiday cheer on Friday by caroling throughout the school! Thank you to our student council members and Mrs. Janes for speading joy, music, and togetherness!
about 1 month ago, Mokena School District 159
student council members singing
Our third through eighth students enjoyed amazing winter performances at the junior high yesterday! From the bands and orchestras to the choir and poms, their festive spirit and talent were on full display! It was a wonderful way to bring our students together to celebrate the season!
about 1 month ago, Mokena School District 159
holiday performance
holiday performance
holiday performance
holiday performance
holiday performance
holiday performance
holiday performance
holiday performance
holiday performance
Winter Break has started! See everyone back on January 5th!
about 1 month ago, Mokena School District 159
winter break
MES held a door and hallway decorating contest to spread some festive flair throughout the school! Check out the creativity and holiday spirit! Which one is your favorite?
about 1 month ago, Mokena School District 159
door contest
door contest
door contest
door contest
door contest
door contest
door contest
door contest
door contest
door contest
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 1 month ago, Mokena School District 159
KISS tradition
KISS tradition
KISS tradition
KISS tradition
KISS tradition
KISS tradition
KISS tradition
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 1 month ago, Mokena School District 159
DARE Graduation
DARE Graduation
DARE Graduation
DARE Graduation
DARE Graduation
DARE Graduation
DARE Graduation
DARE Graduation
DARE Graduation
DARE Graduation
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 1 month ago, Mokena School District 159
student spotlight
student spotlight
student spotlight
student spotlight