The Mokena Junior High musical production of Annie Jr. starts tomorrow night! You can purchase your tickets at https://events.ticketleap.com/tickets/mokena-jr-high/annie-jr-1942063955#/ .

about 1 month ago, Mokena School District 159
annie jr. musical flyer
As 6th grade scientists begin their ecosystems unit, they have been introduced to proper microscope use. Students practiced focusing techniques using a variety of prepared slides to build foundational skills. In the coming weeks, they will apply these skills as they observe live specimens under the microscope.

about 1 month ago, Mokena School District 159
students using a microscope
students using a microscope
students using a microscope
students using a microscope

Kindergarten enrollment for the 2026-2027 school year is open! Please visit https://sites.google.com/mokena159.org/kindergarten-enrollment to learn more!

about 1 month ago, Mokena School District 159
kindergarten enrollment open

Mokena School District offers a developmental screening for children ages 3-5 residing in district boundaries. The next screening date is March 4th at Mokena Elementary School. Call 708-342-4850 to schedule your child's screening!

about 1 month ago, Mokena School District 159
developmental screening flyer
Registration for the Color Run is open! Visit https://bit.ly/PTAColorRun2026 to register today! Also, volunteers are needed for the event. Visit https://bit.ly/ColorRunVolunteers26 to volunteer!
about 1 month ago, Mokena School District 159
color run is may 26th at main park
volunteers are needed to make the event successful
Throwback vibes were in full swing at our Junior High Retro Decades Party tonight! From totally rad ‘80s neon to iconic ‘90s flannels, our students showed up in style and brought the energy to match! Thank you to the PTA for sponsoring this groovy event!
about 1 month ago, Mokena School District 159
students at the retro vibes party
students at the retro vibes party
students at the retro vibes party
students at the retro vibes party
students at the retro vibes party
students at the retro vibes party
students at the retro vibes party
students at the retro vibes party
students at the retro vibes party
students at the retro vibes party
Here are our Week 3 5Essentials Parent Survey completion rates! In order to receive a school report with the results, we need at least a 20% participation rate. Visit https://survey.5-essentials.org/Illinois/ and select the appropriate survey to begin. Please remember to fill a survey out for each school your children attend.
about 1 month ago, Mokena School District 159
5essentials rates
The Mokena Junior High musical production of Annie Jr. is a week away! You can purchase your tickets at https://events.ticketleap.com/tickets/mokena-jr-high/annie-jr-1942063955#/ .
about 1 month ago, Mokena School District 159
annie jr. musical flyer
At the February Board of Education Meeting, the results of the district's efforts to support our country's veterans were presented to the Board and community by two of our teachers, Mrs. Arduino and Ms. Green. We are proud to announce that MES and MJHS raised $3171 towards Honor Flight, which will fund two veterans to embark on a special trip to Washington DC and MIS raised $721 towards the Wounded Warrior Project. Thank you to our students, families, and community for supporting these impactful projects!
about 1 month ago, Mokena School District 159
MES and MJHS principals accepting banners
MIS principal and teacher with wounded wariors plaque

We are looking forward to the many PTA sponsored events taking place this spring. Here is a list of events with sign-up QR codes for all of the fun that is to come!

about 1 month ago, Mokena School District 159
pta events this spring with qr codes
The dice are rolling again! The MJHS Dungeons and Dragons club is back in action!
about 1 month ago, Mokena School District 159
Dungeons and Dragons Club
Dungeons and Dragons Club
Dungeons and Dragons Club
Dungeons and Dragons Club
Dungeons and Dragons Club

RSVP to tonight's PUNS presentation hosted by our Student Services Department at https://forms.gle/6wYemGj87deAFFLYA. We hope to see you there!

about 1 month ago, Mokena School District 159
puns presentation flyer
The Mokena PTA would love your help in celebrating our amazing staff during teacher appreciation week in May! You can donate to help with their plans at https://bit.ly/159Teachers2026 !
about 1 month ago, Mokena School District 159
donations can be made today for teacher appreciation week in may
Save the date for the Color Run! We look forward to ending the school year with this awesome event!
about 1 month ago, Mokena School District 159
color run is Friday May 29 at 4:00 pm

Mokena Junior High hosted the Illinois Grade School Music Association's Solo and Ensemble Contest today. Congratulations to the many Mokena musicians who impressed the judges with their talents! Thank you to our wonderful music program directors for organizing the event not only for our students, but for student musicians across the area. Also, thank you to the many volunteers that helped to run the event and to the Music Boosters for running concessions and the photo area.

about 2 months ago, Mokena School District 159
solo and ensemble contest participants with instrument
solo and ensemble contest participants with instrument
solo and ensemble contest participants with instrument
solo and ensemble contest participants with instrument
solo and ensemble contest participants with instrument
Friendly reminder that there is no school on Monday due to the observance of Presidents' Day.
about 2 months ago, Mokena School District 159
no school on Monday

The MJHS Winter Party is on for February 20th from 6-7:30. Sign your junior high student up today at https://bit.ly/MJHSWinterParty26.

about 2 months ago, Kristin Johnson
retro vibes party flyer
Here are our Week 2 5Essentials Parent Survey completion rates! We would love to have your feedback! Visit https://survey.5-essentials.org/Illinois/ and select the appropriate survey to begin. Please remember to fill a survey out for each school your children attend.
about 2 months ago, Mokena School District 159
5essentials parent completion rates
The 6th graders are starting one of the highlights of sixth grade, the ecosystems pond unit! Students began preparing their ponds this week in science class!
about 2 months ago, Mokena School District 159
building pond ecosystems
building pond ecosystems
building pond ecosystems
building pond ecosystems
building pond ecosystems
building pond ecosystems
building pond ecosystems
building pond ecosystems
building pond ecosystems
building pond ecosystems
The good news keeps coming! We are excited to share that Sharon Youngblood, Instructional Coach at MES and MIS, has received the Will County Educators of Excellence Award in the Certified Student Support Staff category! This is a brand new award given by the Will County Regional Office of Education and honors one county educator in each award cateogy! To learn more about the award and Sharon's contributions, visit https://www.mokena159.org/article/2706564.
about 2 months ago, Mokena School District 159
sharon youngblood educator of excellence