SAVE THE DATE! 📅 The book fair at MIS is next week: November 11th to November 15th.
2 days ago, Mokena 159
book fair
book fair
Friendly reminder: no school tomorrow!
4 days ago, Mokena 159
no school
Mr. McAtee joined the 5th grade girls Volleyball Intramurals for some fun!
7 days ago, Mokena 159
volleyball
4th grade students enjoyed a field trip to Big Run Wolf Ranch to kick-off their upcoming ELA module about animals and their defense mechanisms. Thank you to the Mokena PTA for their support in funding this experience for our students!
7 days ago, Mokena School District 159
Big Run Wolf Ranch
Big Run Wolf Ranch
Big Run Wolf Ranch
Big Run Wolf Ranch
Happy Halloween from Mokena 159 teachers and staff!
8 days ago, Mokena 159
Halloween
Halloween
Halloween
Halloween
Halloween
Halloween
Halloween
Halloween
Halloween
Students at MIS had a blast today- and we loved all of their costumes!
8 days ago, Mokena 159
Halloween
Halloween
Halloween
Halloween
Halloween
Halloween
Halloween
Halloween
5th grade students concluded their ELA Module 1 with a group performance of the narrative monolgues each student wrote based on a character and events in the novel Esperanza Rising.
9 days ago, Mokena School District 159
monologues
monologues
monologues
monologues
monologues
MIS recently hosted a door decorating contest! Congratulations to the top three doors (but we think they're all amazing)!
9 days ago, Mokena 159
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door
door
door
We are hiring! If you would be an awesome food service coordinator, apply here ➡️ https://mokena159.tedk12.com/hire/ViewJob.aspx?JobID=514
13 days ago, Mokena 159
hiring
4th graders have been presenting their original poems to their classmates this week! Not only did they each write a poem about something that inspires them, they also wrote an informational essay about the inspiration and poetic elements used. Way to go, Rockets!
14 days ago, Mokena School District 159
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poem
poem
poem
poem
Happy Principals Month, Mr. McAtee! We thank you for your student centered focus and you continual efforts to ensure our students have the best learning experience while at MIS. Let’s learn more about Mr. McAtee in today’s principal spotlight: -Mr. McAtee is in his 9th year as principal of Mokena Intermediate School and in his 33rd year as an educator! When asked about being a principal at MIS, Mr. McAtee stated, “I have a sign in my office that says "This is my Happy Place" and it couldn't be more accurate. I love my job and can't see myself doing anything else. Being able to work with the students and staff of Mokena is a dream job!” -Prior to MIS, he was a Dean of Students and Principal other districts. He was also a teacher in 4th grade, 5th grade, and in a multi-age 5th/6th grade classroom. -Mr. McAtee received his Masters Degree in Curriculum and Instruction from Governors State University and a Certificate of Advanced Study in Educational Leadership from Lewis University. His Bachelor’s Degree is from St. Louis University. -He is the father of 3 sons and 2 daughter-in-laws, and has 2 grandchildren. He and his wife of 36 years have one main focus, family. They get together with their kids as frequently as possible, including flying to Florida 4-5 times a year to visit their grandkids. He also has 2 furry children (his dogs) and their names are Jackie and Jessie.
14 days ago, Mokena School District 159
Mr. McAtee
Join the PTA at the Mokena Park District trunk or treat! The annual pumpkin decorating contest will be held here so more people can see the fabulous creations! Sign up here: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSeNYl8rH6lW1Eixy3cKig5uuUyPbsgw9vg5SH_E1cBkNl3iig/viewform
14 days ago, Mokena 159
trunk or treat
Thanks to everyone that came out for the 2nd annual pink out game on Tuesday! It was an incredible event! Huge shoutout to the athletic boosters for organizing!
15 days ago, Mokena 159
pink out
pink out
pink out
pink out
pink out
pink out
pick out
pink out
pink out
pink out
5th grade students at MIS have been working together to compose a song- they created 4 measures of rhythms and then wrote original lyrics with themes such as Halloween, sports, and even chicken nuggets!
16 days ago, Mokena 159
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music
music
music
music
music
music
music
music
Friendly reminder, tomorrow is an early dismissal day!
17 days ago, Mokena 159
early dismissal
Today is Illinois Bus Driver Appreciation Day! Let’s give a HUGE thank you to all of our incredible bus drivers and transportation staff! 👏👏👏
17 days ago, Mokena 159
bus driver day
Join us for our annual pink out games at MJHS TOMORROW! Games begin at 4:00 and 5:00 pm. We hope to see you there!
18 days ago, Mokena 159
pink ou
Dr. Johnson, Dr. Rolinitis, Mr. Munch, and Mrs. Lavelle presented to school leaders at the Illinois Principals Association statewide conference today. They were honored to share the amazing work of the district to a standing room only audience! #mokenaproud #inspireothers
18 days ago, Mokena School District 159
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Yay! Mokena Elementary School was named the #3 public elementary school in the area by the Southland News Group. Thanks for voting! ⭐️ View the article here: https://southlandnewsgroup.com/2024-southlands-best-education/collection_837653d7-befe-5642-84da-b15c38f75967.html#7
18 days ago, Mokena 159
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October 21-25 is National School Bus Safety Week. Please be aware of school buses and students at bus stops in our community. Drivers should always come to a complete stop when a school bus stop-arm is extended and the red lights are flashing.
18 days ago, Mokena School District 159
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