We are hiring for the 2026-2027 school year! Apply today at https://mokena159.schoolspring.com.
4 months ago, Mokena School District 159
we are hiring
Summer Sparks enrichment classes began today! We are excited to have 40 students back at school this week participating in STEAM and softball!
4 months ago, Mokena School District 159
students participating in summer sparks classes
students participating in summer sparks classes
students participating in summer sparks classes
students participating in summer sparks classes
students participating in summer sparks classes
students participating in summer sparks classes
students participating in summer sparks classes
students participating in summer sparks classes
students participating in summer sparks classes
students participating in summer sparks classes
Mokena School District 159 is excited to have a table (and maybe a bus!) at this year's National Night Out. Save the date in your calendar and come visit us on August 4th!
4 months ago, Mokena School District 159
National Night Out Flyer

Returning student registration and new student enrollment is now open for the 2026-2027 school year! Please visit your Skyward Family Access account or check your email for more information!

The following district website also has instructions: https://sites.google.com/mokena159.org/enrollment-and-registration/home .

4 months ago, Mokena School District 159
now open

School supply lists can be found on each school's website under "Parents" or by visiting one of the links below:
-MES: https://mes.mokena159.org/o/mes/page/supply-list
-MIS: https://mis.mokena159.org/o/mis/page/supply-list
-MJHS: https://mjhs.mokena159.org/o/mjhs/page/supply-list

5 months ago, Mokena School District 159
school supply lists graphic
Save the date for the 2026-2027 Back-to- School Events!
5 months ago, Mokena School District 159
save the date for these events at mes, mis, and mjhs
At last night's Board of Education meeting, the Board recognized this year's Galaxy Award recipients. Congratulations to Mrs. Morrill, Mrs. Amadio, Mrs. Mead, Mr. Balis (not pictured), and Ms. Jones (not pictured)!
5 months ago, Mokena School District 159
galaxy award recipients at the board meeting

Returning student registration and new student enrollment is now open for the 2026-2027 school year! Please visit your Skyward Family Access account or check your email for more information!

The following district website also has instructions: https://sites.google.com/mokena159.org/enrollment-and-registration/home .

5 months ago, Mokena School District 159
now open

Returning student registration and new student enrollment is now open for the 2026-2027 school year! Please visit your Skyward Family Access account or check your email for more information!

The following district website also has instructions: https://sites.google.com/mokena159.org/enrollment-and-registration/home .

5 months ago, Mokena School District 159
now open
At our End-of-Year Staff Celebration, we recognized many staff members with Service Awards. Thank you to these recognized individuals for their commitment and dedication to our students and the Mokena SD 159 community!
5 months ago, Mokena School District 159
5 year award
10 year award
15 year award
25 year award
35 year award
The Mokena Chamber of Commerce awarded the Teacher of the Year Awards to three teachers at Mokena School District 159. One award is given to a teacher at Mokena Elementary, Mokena Intermediate, and Mokena Junior High Schools. The awards are voted on by the students. Congratulations to the award recipients!
5 months ago, Mokena School District 159
teacher of the year
teacher of the year
teacher of the year
teacher of the year
Have a great summer!
5 months ago, Mokena School District 159
summer break starts now
🎓 Congratulations to the Class of 2026! We wish you all the best in high school! 🎓
6 months ago, Mokena School District 159
graduation picture
graduation picture
graduation picture
graduation picture
graduation picture
graduation picture
graduation picture
graduation picture
graduation picture
graduation picture
1 more day!
6 months ago, Mokena School District 159
tomorrow is last day
8th graders walked the halls of MJHS one last time with a clap out at dismissal! We look forward to celebrating them tonight at graduation!
6 months ago, Mokena School District 159
clapout
clapout
clapout
clapout
clapout
clapout
clapout
clapout
Thank you to our seven retirees for their combined 177 years to Mokena School District 159! You have each given so much to our district over the years! We wish you all of the best as you head into retirement!
6 months ago, Mokena School District 159
retirees
retirees
retirees
retirees
retirees
retirees
retirees
🪩✨ The 8th grade dance was a night to remember! Students enjoyed an evening filled with music, laughter, dancing, and memories with friends. We’re so proud of this amazing class and excited to see all they accomplish as they prepare for high school! 🪩✨
6 months ago, Mokena School District 159
8th grade dance
8th grade dance
8th grade dance
8th grade dance
8th grade dance
8th grade dance
8th grade dance
8th grade dance
8th grade dance
8th grade dance
Many 8th graders enjoyed their last Friday as Mud Turtles by wearing their awesome class shirt!
6 months ago, Mokena School District 159
students in matching tshirts
students in matching tshirts
students in matching tshirts
students in matching tshirts
Sixth graders recently visited the Four Rivers Environmental Center for a field trip to extend and apply their science learning about ecosystems!
6 months ago, Mokena School District 159
field trip picture
field trip picture
field trip picture
field trip picture
field trip picture
field trip picture
field trip picture
field trip picture
field trip picture
field trip picture
Day 2 at the IESA State Track and Field meet was another great day for our Mokena athletes! Congratulations to Sophia for placing 6th in the high jump and Stella for placing 3rd in the 800m run! We are so proud of both of you!
6 months ago, Mokena School District 159
6th place
3rd place