Congratulations to our instructional coaches Lisa Fiene, Sharon Youngblood, and Jessica Mucenski for representing Mokena SD 159 at today's Illinois Council of Instructional Coaching Conference! They presented a session to other coaches from across the state titled "Coaching with Purpose: Centering Students For Lasting Impact" that highlighted the practices of our coaching program in the district.
about 2 hours ago, Mokena School District 159
MES Families, we hope to see you at Family STEAM Night on Wednesday! Thank you to the Mokena Educational Foundation for sponsoring this great event!
about 7 hours ago, Mokena School District 159
This week is National School Bus Safety Week! To celebrate, we will be highlighting important safety tips and information for our community to help keep our Mokena bus riders safe. Be sure to check out our daily posts this week!
about 9 hours ago, Mokena School District 159
3rd grade class buddies were in for a real treat this week as they listened to their 1st grade buddies present their "Magnificent Things" project! This performance task wrapped up their first ELA module with speaking skills and we are so proud of all they achieved!
3 days ago, Mokena School District 159
6th grade Advanced ELA students presented their TED Talks which were the culmination of their first unit of study. Students synthesized what they have learned about theme, purpose, and communication to connect their novels' ideas to a broader issue or message relevant to our world today. Their talks were inspring and equally as impressive was how classmates cheered each other on during each presentation!
4 days ago, Mokena School District 159
At last night's Board of Education meeting, two artists from each of our schools showcased a piece from art class as part of our "Student Spotlight"! Violet, Victoria, Fiona, Fiona, Lila, and Andrew impressed everyone with their talents and efforts! Thank you to our art teachers for inspring our students' creative abilities!
4 days ago, Mokena School District 159
Support MES tonight through their "Dine and Donate" fundraiser at Chipotle!
5 days ago, Mokena School District 159
Kindergarten students have been reading and writing all about toys and play in their ELA module! Students used their learning to imagine, draw, and build a new toy using recycled and scrap materials! We are so proud of their imaginations and creativity and can't wait to see the finished products!
6 days ago, Mokena School District 159
Save the date for a spooktacular event! The PTA's Pumpkin Decorating Contest will be held on Friday, October 24th from 6-7.30pm at MES. MES and MIS families can register their pumpkins at
https://bit.ly/PTAPumpkins1025 .
9 days ago, Mokena School District 159
Don't forget there is no school on Friday (Teacher Institute) or Monday (School Holiday)!
11 days ago, Mokena School District 159
It is amazing what we can do when we come together as a community! Last night's "Volley for the Cure" event was a huge success as we raised funds for Mokena's Cancer Support Center! Thank you to our students and families that came out and cheered us on, our staff members who played and helped run the event, our local first responders who gave us some tough competition, and the athletic boosters that ran concessions! A special shoutout of gratitude to Mrs. Michelle Matt who coordinated and organized the event!
11 days ago, Mokena School District 159
We hope to see you at tonight's "Volley for the Cure" event! Doors open at 6:00pm.
12 days ago, Mokena School District 159
Connect and share your input with Superintendent Gurney at one of the upcoming Community Listening Sessions. We hope to see you there!
14 days ago, Mokena School District 159
MES Families, save the date for Family STEAM Night on October 22nd! Thank you to the Mokena Educational Foundation for sponsoring this great event!
15 days ago, Mokena School District 159
15 days ago, Mokena School District 159
We are so proud of our Kindergarten students and all they have been learning this past month! Here are students practicing math and reading skills, learning how to work together in "think-pair-share", and completing their first social studies lesson in our new district program! Great work to our newest Stars!
17 days ago, Mokena School District 159
A big ol’ thank ya to the Mokena Athletic Boosters for wranglin’ together one rootin’-tootin’ event at tonight’s basketball showdown! Our students, staff, and families saddled up to “Give Cancer the Boot,” raised some serious coin for Susan G. Komen, and hollered our teams on to victory! What a night, y’all!
18 days ago, Mokena School District 159
📣Volunteers needed! The Mokena PTA has created a central form for parents to sign-up to volunteer for their various events throughout the year. Please visit https://bit.ly/PTAVolunteers25?r=qr to see what opportunities are available. As a reminder, PTA membership is not required to volunteer.
18 days ago, Mokena School District 159
The "Volley for the Cure" event is 1 week away! We hope to see you there!
19 days ago, Mokena School District 159
🎉 Happy National Principals Month! Thank you to our incredible principals who lead with dedication and inspire students every day. Your impact is invaluable! #ThankAPrincipal #NationalPrincipalsMonth
19 days ago, Mokena School District 159
