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.
10 days ago, Mokena School District 159
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!
16 days ago, Mokena School District 159
2026 is off to a great start in Mokena SD 159! We look forward to all the new year will bring!
18 days ago, Mokena School District 159
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!
19 days ago, Mokena School District 159
We look forward to welcoming our students and staff back on Monday!
20 days ago, Mokena School District 159
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!
23 days ago, Mokena School District 159
24 days ago, Mokena School District 159
Happy Holidays from all of us in Mokena School District 159!
29 days ago, Mokena School District 159
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!
about 1 month ago, Mokena School District 159
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
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
Winter Break has started! See everyone back on January 5th!
about 1 month ago, Mokena School District 159
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
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
Mrs. Barr's third graders enjoyed time with their special someones creating gingerbread houses together!
about 1 month ago, Mokena School District 159
As our second graders wrap up their ELA module all about fossils, they are thrilled to welcome a real paleontologist to MES! He is sharing dinosaur fossils he discovered himself, along with the fascinating stories behind each one. Students are also creating their own fossils to model those they’ve seen firsthand. A big thank you to the Mokena PTA for funding this exciting and enriching learning experience for our students!
about 1 month ago, Mokena School District 159
🎅 MES students had special guests lead the announcements Friday morning! What a fun surprise! 🤶
about 1 month ago, Mokena School District 159
Our families had a magical time at the Mokena PTA's Breakfast with Santa over the weekend!
about 1 month ago, Mokena School District 159
MES third graders are in their speed stacking unit in PE class. Cup stacking builds hand-eye coordination, ambidexterity, focus, and reaction time, while boosting overall motor skills!
about 2 months ago, Mokena School District 159
⭐ 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! ⭐
about 2 months ago, Mokena School District 159
