SAVE THE DATE! 📅
The book fair at MIS is next week: November 11th to November 15th.
2 days ago, Mokena 159
Friendly reminder: no school tomorrow!
4 days ago, Mokena 159
Mr. McAtee joined the 5th grade girls
Volleyball Intramurals for some fun!
7 days ago, Mokena 159
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
Happy Halloween from Mokena 159 teachers and staff!
8 days ago, Mokena 159
Students at MIS had a blast today- and we loved all of their costumes!
8 days ago, Mokena 159
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
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
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
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
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
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
Friendly reminder, tomorrow is an early dismissal day!
17 days ago, Mokena 159
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
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
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
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