Mokena Elementary School

We love to see our students making connections from the classroom! First grader Mia was visiting her grandparents in Door County this past weekend and when her grandma was reading the newspaper, Mia noticed this article about birds’ beaks and feet. She asked if she could have it to bring to school since the class has been learning so much about birds’ body parts as part of our ELA curriculum. Mia's whole class read the article together yesterday and they were so exited to hear so much familiar information about what they’ve already learned as well as some new facts. Thanks for sharing Mia and grandma!

T-shirt ordering closes at midnight! Get ready for the big game by grabbing your Hoopin' for Inclusion shirt now at https://bsnteamsports.com/shop/RcUpzJHGuK !

Due to predicted severe weather, all after school activities are canceled today, including the regional volleyball game! Please check you email for more information.

Congratulations to second grade teacher, Mrs. Matt for presenting at the state's IL ASCD Pump Up Primary Conference on strategies to meet sensory needs in the classroom! You make us Mokena proud!

MES students (and teachers) had a lot of fun dressing as their favorite book character for Character Dress Up Day on Friday!

Thank you to all of our parents who have completed the 5Essentials Survey! If you have not done so already, please take a few minutes to provide us your insights at https://survey.5-essentials.org/Illinois/ . We would especially love to see the junior high also hit the 20% completion rate to receive the parent report!

Second grade students in Mrs. Street's class visited their buddies in Kindergarten from Mrs. Bartels' class to read the books they authored to teach others about different types of pollinators! We love to see our students teaching other new things based on their research and learning!

Future leaders in the making! MES students dressed like leaders today to celebrate Read Across America Week! #readersareleaders

🐖 🕷️ That was some Family Night! The themed stations, decorations, and activities made it feel like we stepped right onto the farm with Wilbur and friends!

A big thank you to everyone who helped organize and volunteer to support this special night for our MES students and families!

Lucky to be Kinderbuddies! Students enjoyed writing together about what they would do if they found a leprechaun stuck in a pot of gold and a craft to go along!

Save the date for the district-wide Hoopin' for Inclusion event on April 29th! We are partnering with the Lincolnway Special Recreation Association (LWSRA) for an action packed wheelchair basketball matchup between LWSRA and Mokena staff members! Doors open at the junior high at 5:30pm with a tip off time of 6:00pm. Sensory friendly activities, face painting, and raffles will also be available. All proceeds will go directly to supporting LWSRA programming!

T-shirts for the event can be orderd by March 10th at https://bsnteamsports.com/shop/RcUpzJHGuK .

Don't forget...

Book Fair Week is happening this week at MES and next week at MJHS! Don't miss out!

Also, MJHS is currently running their Coin Drive to help support students in need purchase books! Bring in your loose change to the library today!

MES is celebrating Read Across America Week! Join in on the fun with a themed spirit week, Book Fair, and Family Night on Wednesday from 6-8pm!

It is National School Social Work Week! We are proud to recognize and thank our school social workers for the incredible support they each provide to our school communities! Our social workers play a vital role in supporting our students' academic, social, and emotional well-being through compassionate guidance, collaboration with families and staff, and a strong commitment to helping every student succeed!

Mark your calendars with the important Mokena SD 159 dates to remember in March!

Congratulations to the MES February Stars! Keep shining bright! 🌠