6th graders went to iFLY and learned about STEM careers, the design process, physics, and much more!
about 2 years ago, Mokena 159
student in a helmet
students learning in a group
Last week, 6th graders heard from a multitude of speakers about climate change and its relation to Earth Day!
about 2 years ago, Mokena 159
woman presenting to a class
man presenting to a class
woman presenting to a class
MJHS held the 2nd annual GeoBee this week! Students battled hard with their geography knowledge and we are so impressed with everything they know! Congratulations to our winners: Tyler Rafa (1st), Thomas Hannigan (2nd), and Lillie Gunther (3rd)!
about 2 years ago, Mokena 159
students participating in geography bee
students participating in geography bee
top 10 geography bee
Congratulations to our staff who recently received tenure status! 🥳🥳
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list of staff who received tenure status
Some of our 6th graders are learning about STEM careers, the design process, physics, and much more before they head into the iFLY tunnel!
about 2 years ago, Mokena Junior High School
students at iFly
Nominations close next Friday! ⭐️ The Galaxy Award is a program to specially recognize the above and beyond accomplishments and/or contributions of Mokena 159 employees, students, parents & community members. The nomination form may be found here: https://bit.ly/3EzDAhZ
about 2 years ago, Mokena 159
galaxy award reminder
The MEF School Kits Order for 2022-2023 opens today, April 19th. Go to www.shopttkits.com and use the code for MJHS : 23404. Order by April 29th for the chance to win a $50 Amazon Gift Card!
about 2 years ago, Mokena Junior High School
MEF School Kits Flier for 2022-23
MJHS hosted their first home track meet of the season on Monday! Way to go, runners!
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students beginning a race
students racing on the track
MJHS 4.13.22 Track Meet has been CANCELED due to inclement weather. Athletes will not have practice.
about 2 years ago, Mokena Junior High School
MJHS LOGO
NJHS members helped the Mokena Lions Club fill 8,000 eggs with candy and small toys for their upcoming egg hunt on Saturday!
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students filling plastic eggs with candy
students filling plastic eggs with candy
students filling plastic eggs with candy
students filling plastic eggs with candy
There is a lot going on with the PTA! Be sure to check out these two fliers!
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Important PTA Updates Flier
Snack Cart Donation Flier
4-7-22 track meet has been canceled due to weather.
about 2 years ago, Mokena Junior High School
Happy Assistant Principal Week to our wonderful assistant principals! We are so thankful for their commitment to excellence each and every day. Their dedication and hard work are what makes our schools great!
about 2 years ago, Mokena 159
assistant principal week graphic
FLIP, FLOAT & FOLLOW! Before break, Dave Benjamin from the Great Lakes Surf Rescue Project come in and presented on water safety to MJHS and MIS. This presentation was sponsored by the Matthew Kocher Foundation.
about 2 years ago, Mokena 159
presentation in the gym
presentation in the gym
presentation in the gym
8th graders had a blast on the annual bowling field trip before spring break! 🎳
about 2 years ago, Mokena 159
students in a bowling alley
7th Grade Parents - 8th Grade Washington DC trip sign ups for 2023 will open on Wednesday, April 13th at 7 PM. An email with more information will be sent out on Wednesday morning.
about 2 years ago, Mike Rolinitis
Picture of the US Capitol Building
Today is Paraprofessional Appreciation Day! Thank you, paraprofessionals, for all you do to keep our students engaged! We couldn’t do this without you!
about 2 years ago, Mokena 159
paraprofessional appreciation day graphic
Students in PE at MJHS are having a fun time creating their uniforms and flags for the PE Olympics!
about 2 years ago, Mokena 159
students decorating posters
students decorating posters
students decorating shirts
students decorating shirts
Last Friday, MJHS teachers faced the 6th grade boys and 8th grade boys and girls volleyball teams. After three tough games, the teachers came out victorious!
about 2 years ago, Mokena 159
student serving volleyball
8th grade girls volleyball team
MJHS staff after volleyball game
teacher jumping to hit volleyball
March is School Social Work Month! Thank you to our incredible social workers!
about 2 years ago, Mokena 159
happy school social work month graphic