Mokena Junior High School

Do you have any loose change in your cup holder or between your couch cushions? Maybe under the dresser? Bring them in for the MJHS coin drive!

Book Club at MJHS recently met to create posters for the upcoming book fair! Great work, Meteors!

36 band, orchestra, and choir students recently participated in the IGSMA Solo and Ensemble Contest. All of the participants did a wonderful job. We are proud of all of the students who put in the extra work to participate in this event!

8th graders recently went through a "Reality Store" activity where they researched careers, learned about budgeting, and explored future opportunities!

Hello Meteor Families! This week's edition of the MJHS Friday Update is now available. Families should check your inbox for additional details and links. YouTube Link: https://youtu.be/B2FKFBBnRBo

We’re proud to announce that three recipients from Mokena have been honored for their extraordinary contributions to education across the state through Illinois State Board of Education’ “Those Who Excel” program. ISBE presents the Award of Meritorious Service to those who have shaped their school community for the better. Mokena's 3 recipients are Dr. Michael Rolinitis, Nisrin Al-Tikriti, and Israel Smith!

Happy Valentine's Day! ❤️💕

Tickets are now on sale for the spring musical, "Guys and Dolls JR"! 🎟️🎟️ Shows are Fri, March 1 at 7:00pm and Sat, March 2 at 3:00 and 7:00pm at LWC. We can't wait to see our students perform! Grab your tickets here ➡️ https://mjhsmusic.ticketleap.com/guysanddolls/

We are excited to share that the website is LIVE to purchase tickets ($5/each) for "Guys and Dolls JR."  Showtimes are Friday, March 1 at 7:00pm and Saturday, March 2 at 3:00pm and 7:00pm  at Lincoln Way Central's Charles Stark Center for Performing Arts.  *Please note that if you would like to select your specific seats you need to purchase them through a computer. If you purchase on your phone you will automatically be given the best seats in that section. https://mjhsmusic.ticketleap.com/guysanddolls/

We still have openings to volunteer at the MJHS book fair Monday March 4- Friday March 8. Time slots available are 7:30am-11:00am and 11:00am-2:30pm. 📧 Contact Mrs. Mosel to sign up at mosell@mokena159.org!

Hello Meteor Families! This week's Friday Update is now available. Families be sure to check your email inbox for more details and links. YouTube Link: https://youtu.be/_avsY5cIbWo

Thank you to all of the community members and staff who donated blood at the first MJHS blood drive!

Friendly reminder that the PTA-sponsored jr. high valentine's dance is this Friday, February 9 from 7 to 9 pm at MJHS! Doors open at 6:50 pm and admission is FREE! There will be concessions available for purchase.

Encourage your junior high aged child to come to to the Valentine's Dance Party! Cost of admission is free. Students only need money if they are going to purchase concessions. Get your child's friends together and have a great time.

Thank you LWC staff and students for talking to our 8th graders about the high school experience! Remember: the open house at LWC for incoming freshmen is Wednesday, February 14!

Friendly reminder: tomorrow is an early dismissal day!

Don't forget the Mokena Music Booster's Dine an Earn at Portillo's on February 7th! Link to the Flier: https://drive.google.com/file/d/18sk4cLZp6PPQHhTEVsHVPMq3vMFb1tMw/view?usp=sharing

Kindergarten enrollment is OPEN! Visit the kindergarten website for more information: https://sites.google.com/mokena159.org/meskgenrollment/home

Hello Meteor Families! This week's MJHS Friday Update is now available. Families should to go to your email inbox for details and important links. YouTube Link: https://youtu.be/7h4pJxvMnLE

Save the date for the MJHS musical!