Please take a few minutes to complete the 5Essentials Parent Survey this weekend at https://survey.5-essentials.org/Illinois/ . We are currently at a 7% parent response rate and need at least 20% to receive a parent report. Thank you in advance for your feedback!
about 2 months ago, Mokena School District 159
5Essentials Survey Now Open!
MJHS students celebrated Special Olympics Illinois "Respect Week" in many ways this week! Our PE teachers provided education on various topics each day as well as engaged students in adaptive games . Students signed a banner pledging respect and inclusion, passed out kindness grams, received beads from staff members when spotted displaying kindness and inclusion, and designed posters!
about 2 months ago, Mokena School District 159
respect week
respect week
respect week
respect week
respect week
respect week
respect week
respect week
respect week
respect week
Our district has conducted ongoing work on this goal area to ensure all students are engaged in rigorous curricular programming as well as extending opportunities for advanced learners. Below are highlights of this work: -Curriculum program adoptions for ELA and Math were all centered around the alignment to the rigorous Illinois learning standards -Updated information and procedures for the district’s Accelerated Placement Programs were made available on the district website -Reviewed MJHS Math Enrichment Course criteria and expanded additional sections for these courses -Partnered with Northwestern University’s Center for Talent Development to conduct a district review on advanced learning needs in our district which included staff, student, and parent feedback -Convened a District Task Force that utilized Northwestern University’s Center for Talent Development’s report to identify, plan for, and strengthen opportunities within the district for advanced learners -The Board of Education approved the Task Force’s recommendations to expand advanced learner programming across the district starting in the 2025-2026 school year -Professional development for staff focused on differentiation and instructional practices for advanced learners
about 2 months ago, Mokena School District 159
strategic plan
Special shoutout to Mrs. Catain (2nd grade teacher) and Ms. Youngblood (Instructional Coach) for presenting at the Illinois Association for Supervision and Curriculum Development's "Pump Up Primary" Conference today. We are very proud of you and thank you for showcasing the great work happening in our classrooms with educators from across the state!
about 2 months ago, Mokena School District 159
Pump Up Primary
Last week, our 4th graders had the wonderful experience of squid dissection as part of our science curriculum and connection to our ELA curriculum module on animal defense mechanisms. We brought in a "squid-pert" to lead the engaging activity. We want to thank Frank's Shrimp and Chicken for donating all of the fresh squid for the activity!
about 2 months ago, Mokena School District 159
squid dissection
squid dissection
squid dissection
Thank you to all of the families and students who came out to MES Family Night! Thank you to our amazing staff for planning and running this memorable evening. Smiles were abundant and fun was had by all!
about 2 months ago, Mokena School District 159
family night
family night
family night
family night
family night
family night
family night
family night
family night
family night
Thank you to the Mokena Fire Protection District and Fire Marshal Tom Murray for providing members of our staff with important CPR training throughout the day. We appreciate your partnership and support!
about 2 months ago, Mokena School District 159
CPR Training
📢 MES Family Night is Tomorrow! 🎉 Join us for an evening of science exploration, crafts, and penguin fun! 🐧✨ Dive into the world of Mr. Popper’s Penguins, snap a picture with our special guests, and enjoy hands-on activities for the whole family. 📅 Date: March 5, 2025 📍 Location: MES ⏰ Time: 5:30-7:30 PM Don't miss out on this exciting night of learning and laughter! See you there! ❄️🎨🔬 #MESFamilyNight #MrPoppersPenguins
about 2 months ago, Alexandria Pierik
Family Night - Fun Activities
MIS students are taking part in Respect Week ! This week is for schools across Illinois to celebrate inclusion, acceptance, and respect for all abilities. MIS Student Council has planned activities throughout the week to celebrate. A few of these include signing a banner pledging respect, wearing different colors throughout the week to show support and awareness, and frienship bracelets representing kindness and inclusion.
about 2 months ago, Mokena School District 159
Respect Week
Respect Week
Respect Week
Respect Week
Friendly reminder, tomorrow is an early dismissal day!
about 2 months ago, Mokena 159
early dismissal
Congratulations to the 7th Grade Monthly Medalists!
about 2 months ago, Mokena School District 159
monthly medalists
The first day of MES Spring Walking Club was a huge success! We love watching this group of students start their day with exercise to get their minds and bodies ready to learn.
about 2 months ago, Mokena Elementary School
Walking Club
Walking Club
Walking Club
Walking Club
Today is "Thank an Athletic Director Day"! Let's give a big shoutout to Mr. Munch and Mr. Shaughnessy for working behind the scenes to keep our junior high athletics thriving! From coordinating practices and games to scheduling buses and supporting coaches, we are very grateful for all they do! #ThankAnAD #IESA
about 2 months ago, Mokena School District 159
thank an AD
The Human Resources Coordinator in conjunction with the Superintendent and the Administrative Team have developed a set of resources and processes for the onboarding of new employees. Highlights of Goal 4C’s work include: -A new hire onboarding process for all new staff members led by the HR Coordinator that includes completion of paperwork, review of policy and procedures, and an explanation of all benefits -Substitute teacher onboarding process including the review and receipt of a newly designed district substitute teacher handbook -Yearly substitute teacher orientation that provides substitutes with information regarding the district, policies, and procedures -Three day New Staff Orientation in August that includes learning about district department supports, meeting mentor teachers, curriculum and instruction training, time with building principals, and our infamous district bus tour -Two year mentoring program for new certified staff members
about 2 months ago, Mokena School District 159
New Staff 2024
Happy School Social Workers Week! Join us in celebrating our district's dedicated social workers who play a pivotal role in enhancing the well-being and success of our students!
about 2 months ago, Mokena School District 159
thank you!
Our teachers continue to inspire their students years later! Ms. Fuessel was one of Mr. Roberts' 5th grade math students in 2008. They are back together again, this time she is his student teacher! #growingourown #futureteachers
about 2 months ago, Mokena School District 159
teachers
WOW! What a great performance by our students last night! Opening night was a huge success! Showtimes today are 3:00pm and 7:00pm at Lincoln Way Central.
about 2 months ago, Mokena School District 159
High School Musical JR.
High School Musical JR.
High School Musical JR.
High School Musical JR.
High School Musical JR.High School Musical JR.
Strengthening the district’s website as a means of communication and information has been a continued goal over the past several years. Accomplishments within this goal include: -Launch of brand new, modernized website -Regular review and update of website contents including school sites and department specific pages -Survey sent to families seeking input on website and adjustments made based on the trends in survey data -Sought feedback from Parent Advisory Committee on how to make the website more user friendly and efficient for parents -Addition of transparency page to include a one stop place for information on contracts, financial reports, tax levy, budgets, audits, bids, and grants. -Linked district and school calendars with important dates and events
2 months ago, Mokena School District 159
goal 5a
1st graders were busy this week writing about how a bird's beak or feathers help it survive. They have grown so much as writers this year! Go Stars!
2 months ago, Mokena School District 159
first grade author
first grade author
first grade author
first grade author
1st grade authors
Our 4th graders had a wonderful experience as part of our science curriculum, squid dissection. We brought in a squid-pert to lead the engaging activity. We want to thank Frank's Shrimp and Chicken for donating all of the fresh squid for the activity.
2 months ago, Mokena Intermediate School
Squids
Squids
Squids
Squids