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THURSDAY, DECEMBER 1, 2022

GIRLS SOCCER:  Girls Soccer will have an informational meeting Thursday after school in A210 for all girls interested in joining the Maine West soccer team. Join the World Cup soccer fever by attending the meeting Thursday at 3pm in A210.

POLISH CLUB: Join Polish Club on Friday after school in B218.

DECA:  Our next morning meeting will be Monday, December 5th at 7:45 am in D102. This informational meeting will be about role play practice and important upcoming dates. Please attend.






WEDNESDAY, NOVEMBER 30, 2022

GIRLS SOCCER:  Girls Soccer will have an informational meeting Thursday after school in A210 for all girls interested in joining the Maine West soccer team. Join the World Cup soccer fever by attending the meeting Thursday at 3pm in A210.



TUESDAY, NOVEMBER 29, 2022

GIRLS SOCCER:  Girls Soccer will have an informational meeting Thursday after school in A210 for all girls interested in joining the Maine West soccer team. Join the World Cup soccer fever by attending the meeting Thursday at 3pm in A210.

MONDAY, NOVEMBER 28, 2022

 WELCOME BACK!

TUESDAY, NOVEMBER 22, 2022

CONGRATULATIONS: The Maine West speech team competed this past Saturday in the JV Turkey Tourney at Schaumburg High School. The entire team performed admirably, and Anna Tooley placed 5th in Humorous Interpretation! Congratulations to the Maine West Speech Team!

We recently learned that two Maine West musicians have earned All-State Honors. Addison Stutheit has placed into the All-State Choir and Addie Webb has placed into the Future Music Educators program. This honor distinguishes these two musicians as among the best in the state! Addison and Addie - we are so proud of you!

SOAR: Grab your friends and head to the photo booth in the lower commons during lunch TODAY. One dollar, in cash, per person. Have fun with the photos.

MONDAY, NOVEMBER 21, 2022

SOAR: Grab your friends and head to the photo booth in the lower commons during lunch Tuesday. One dollar, in cash, per person. Have fun with the photos.

FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 18, 2022

NEWS FROM THE CCRC:  Ms. Holmes is having a Scholarship Workshop during lunch periods today. Learn more about how and where to find scholarships, how to apply, and other helpful hints and tips.

MUSIC APPRECIATION CLUB:  The Music Appreciation Society will meet after school today in the LRC.

POLISH CLUB:  Join Polish Club after school today in B218.

DECA MEMBERS:  Our next DECA meeting is Monday morning at 7:45 in D102. We will be discussing how to study for the career cluster exam for regional competition that you will be taking in December. See you bright and early on Monday morning.

PI SIGMA PI: Pi Sigma Pi members going on our field trip to Chinatown Saturday must sign up and pay in the bookstore NO later than today at 9:00 a.m. Turn in signed permission slips to Mrs. Hendrickson or Ms. Lanham. Permission slips and details about the trip are available in C220 or you can print them from our Google Classroom page. Don't miss out on this fun opportunity!

WARRIORETTES:  The Warriorettes Competition Dance Team Shop will be open until Thursday, November 17th if anyone would like to purchase gear.

THURSDAY, NOVEMBER 17, 2022

AMERICAN SIGN LANGUAGE:  ASL club will meet tomorrow morning in the back of the LRC at 7:45. If you haven't been able to join us yet, now is a great time!

FCCLA:  FCCLA will be talking about Interior Design today after school in C108. If you are interested in interior design come to our meeting to learn more and design your own t-shirt.

NEWS FROM THE CCRC:  Ms. Holmes is having a Scholarship Workshop during lunch periods tomorrow. Learn more about how and where to find scholarships, how to apply, and other helpful hints and tips!

MUSIC APPRECIATION CLUB:  The Music Appreciation Society will be meeting after school tomorrow in the LRC.

BADMINTON: Join Badminton open gym Friday morning. We will be in the Spec from 6:30-7:30 am. All are welcome.

POLISH CLUB:  Join Polish Club Friday after school in B218.

PI SIGMA PI: Pi Sigma Pi members going on our field trip to Chinatown Saturday must sign up and pay in the bookstore NO later than Friday morning at 9:00 a.m. Turn in signed permission slips to Mrs. Hendrickson or Ms. Lanham. Permission slips and details about the trip are available in C220 or you can print them from our Google Classroom page. Don't miss out on this fun opportunity!

WARRIORETTES:  The Warriorettes Competition Dance Team Shop will be open until Thursday, November 17th if anyone would like to purchase gear.

WEDNESDAY, NOVEMBER 16, 2022

ESPORTS:  Attention gamers! The E-sports team will be hosting a friendly tournament vs. Maine South and Maine East today at 4 pm in the lower commons. We will compete with Mario Kart, Smash Bros and sports games on the X-box, Series X. Snacks and drinks will be provided.

NEWS FROM THE CCRC:  Hey, Seniors! Do you need help completing the FAFSA? The District will be holding a FAFSA Workshop today in the CCRC from 5-7 pm. Spanish speakers will be in attendance. If you have any questions, please email Ms. Holmes or come to the CCRC.

FCCLA:  FCCLA will be talking about Interior Design Thursday after school in C108. If you are interested in interior design come to our meeting to learn more and design your own t-shirt.

ACCOUNTING CLUB: Accounting Club will meet Thursday before school at 7:45 in D102. We will continue to work on preparing a practice tax return in the software. Tax season is approaching quickly, so don't miss this meeting to get ready for taking the basic exam.

POLISH CLUB:  Join Polish Club Friday after school in B218.

PI SIGMA PI: Pi Sigma Pi members going on our field trip to Chinatown Saturday must sign up and pay in the bookstore NO later than Friday morning at 9:00 a.m. Turn in signed permission slips to Mrs. Hendrickson or Ms. Lanham. Permission slips and details about the trip are available in C220 or you can print them from our Google Classroom page. Don't miss out on this fun opportunity!

WARRIORETTES:  The Warriorettes Competition Dance Team Shop will be open until Thursday, November 17th if anyone would like to purchase gear.

TUESDAY, NOVEMBER 15, 2022

AMERICAN SIGN LANGUAGE CLUB:  ASL Club will meet after school today for a special session. We will be in the back of the LRC.

STUDENT VOICE COMMITTEE:  Student Voice Committee is beginning to plan our winter assembly, Come share your ideas and let your voice be heard. We will meet Wednesday morning at 7:45 am in D105. All are welcome.

ESPORTS:  Attention gamers! The E-sports team will be hosting a friendly tournament vs. Maine South and Maine East on Wednesday at 4 pm in the lower commons. We will compete with Mario Kart, Smash Bros and sports games on the X-box, Series X. Snacks and drinks will be provided.

NEWS FROM THE CCRC:  Hey, Seniors! Do you need help completing the FAFSA? The District will be holding a FAFSA Workshop tomorrow in the CCRC from 5-7 pm. Spanish speakers will be in attendance. If you have any questions, please email Ms. Holmes or come to the CCRC.

FCCLA:  FCCLA will be talking about Interior Design Thursday after school in C108. If you are interested in interior design come to our meeting to learn more and design your own t-shirt.

ACCOUNTING CLUB: Accounting Club will meet Thursday before school at 7:45 in D102. We will continue to work on preparing a practice tax return in the software. Tax season is approaching quickly, so don't miss this meeting to get ready for taking the basic exam. 

MONDAY, NOVEMBER 14, 2022

MUSICAL COSTUME CREW:  Musical Costume Crew begins today. Meet backstage of the auditorium at 3:30 pm. No experience required! Help with the costumes and makeup for the Young Frankenstein.

MUSICAL AUDITIONS:  Audition Clinics for this year's hilarious musical comedy, "Young Frankenstein" will take place after school today in the Choir Rm (R207). No previous experience required. We'll teach you everything you'll need to be successful at the audition. Don't miss out on the most highly anticipated event of the year. See Mr. Harmon or Mr. Schiffer if you have any questions.

PI SIGMA PI: Pi Sigma Pi will meet at 7:45 a.m. on Tuesday morning in the Lower Commons. Before the meeting, members please look at our Google Classroom page for important information about an upcoming field trip, t-shirts, and more!

ESPORTS:  Attention gamers! The E-sports team will be hosting a friendly tournament vs. Maine South and Maine East on Wednesday at 4 pm in the lower commons. We will compete with Mario Kart, Smash Bros and sports games on the X-box, Series X. Snacks and drinks will be provided.

FCCLA:  FCCLA will be talking about Interior Design Thursday after school in C108. If you are interested in interior design come to our meeting to learn more and design your own t-shirt.

FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 11, 2022

MAINE WEST UNPLUGGED:  Calling all acoustic musicians!  Maine West Unplugged meets in the LRC after school today. Bring your guitar, wind or stringed instrument and play some songs from yesterday, today and the future.

MUSICAL COSTUME CREW:  Musical Costume Crew begins Monday. Meet backstage of the auditorium at 3:30 pm. No experience required! Help with the costumes and makeup for the Young Frankenstein.

MUSICAL AUDITIONS:  Audition Clinics for this year's hilarious musical comedy, "Young Frankenstein", will take place after school on Monday in the Choir Rm (R207). No previous experience required. We'll teach you everything you'll need to be successful at the audition. Don't miss out on the most highly anticipated event of the year. See Mr. Harmon or Mr. Schiffer if you have any questions!

MOVIE PREMIERE:  The Masked Banshee Returns, a short film by Russel Adaya, a junior here at Maine West, will premiere in the auditorium after school today. Come watch this action packed, star studded, and suspenseful film that promises to keep you on the edge of your seat.

PI SIGMA PI: Pi Sigma Pi will meet at 7:45 a.m. on Tuesday morning in the Lower Commons. Before the meeting, members please look at our Google Classroom page for important information about an upcoming field trip, t-shirts, and more!

ESPORTS:  Attention gamers! The E-sports team will be hosting a friendly tournament vs. Maine South and Maine East on Wednesday at 4 pm in the lower commons. We will compete with Mario Kart, Smash Bros and sports games on the X-box, Series X! Snacks and drinks will be provided.

THURSDAY, NOVEMBER 10, 2022

FASHION AND COSMETOLOGY CLUB:  Get ready for sweater weather by joining Fashion and Cosmetology Club as we plan for our upcoming crochet project. We will be meeting after school today in C108. No experience necessary.

MAINE WEST UNPLUGGED:  Calling all acoustic musicians!  Maine West Unplugged meets in the LRC Friday at 3 pm. Bring your guitar, wind or stringed instrument and play some songs from yesterday, today and the future.

MUSICAL COSTUME CREW:  Musical Costume Crew begins Monday, November 14th. Meet backstage of the auditorium at 3:30 pm. No experience required! Help with the costumes and makeup for the Young Frankenstein.

MUSICAL AUDITIONS:  Audition Clinics for this year's hilarious musical comedy, "Young Frankenstein", will take place on Monday, November 14th at 3pm in the Choir Rm (R207). No previous experience required. We'll teach you everything you'll need to be successful at the audition. Don't miss out on the most highly anticipated event of the year. See Mr. Harmon or Mr. Schiffer if you have any questions!

MOVIE PREMIERE:  The Masked Banshee Returns, a short film by Russel Adaya, a junior here at Maine West, will premiere in the auditorium on Friday, November 18 from 3:00-3:30. Come watch this action packed, star studded, and suspenseful film that promises to keep you on the edge of your seat.

PI SIGMA PI: Pi Sigma Pi will meet at 7:45 a.m. on Tuesday morning, November 15th, in the Lower Commons. Before the meeting, members please look at our Google Classroom page for important information about an upcoming field trip, t-shirts, and more!

WEDNESDAY, NOVEMBER 9, 2022

STUDENT TUTORING:  Warrior Student Tutors are available to help fellow students in the mornings from 7:30 am to 8:15 am. in the Warrior Resource Center, B226, at the end of Upper B-Wing. The student tutors will be able to support their peers in English, Math, Science, Social Science and World Language classes.

FASHION AND COSMETOLOGY CLUB:  Get ready for sweater weather by joining Fashion and Cosmetology Club as we plan for our upcoming crochet project. We will be meeting after school this Thursday in C108. No experience necessary.

MUSICAL COSTUME CREW:  Musical Costume Crew begins Monday, November 14th. Meet backstage of the auditorium at 3:30 pm. No experience required! Help with the costumes and makeup for the Young Frankenstein.

MUSICAL AUDITIONS:  Audition Clinics for this year's hilarious musical comedy, "Young Frankenstein", will take place on Monday, November 14th at 3pm in the Choir Rm (R207). No previous experience required. We'll teach you everything you'll need to be successful at the audition. Don't miss out on the most highly anticipated event of the year. See Mr. Harmon or Mr. Schiffer if you have any questions!

MOVIE PREMIERE:  The Masked Banshee Returns, a short film by Russel Adaya, a junior here at Maine West, will premiere in the auditorium on Friday, November 18 from 3:00-3:30. Come watch this action packed, star studded, and suspenseful film that promises to keep you on the edge of your seat.

PI SIGMA PI: Pi Sigma Pi will meet at 7:45 a.m. on Tuesday morning, November 15th, in the Lower Commons. Before the meeting, members please look at our Google Classroom page for important information about an upcoming field trip, t-shirts, and more!


MONDAY, NOVEMBER 7, 2022

BOYS BASKETBALL:  Boys' Basketball is having tryouts today and tomorrow. You must be registered on 8 to 18 and have an updated physical. Please email Coach Paxson with any questions.

STUDENT TUTORING:  Beginning today, Warrior Student Tutors will be available to help fellow students in the mornings from 7:30 am to 8:15 am. The student tutors are located in the Warrior Resource Center in B226, at the end of Upper B-Wing. The student tutors will be able to support their peers in English, Math, Science, Social Science and World Language classes.

MUSICAL COSTUME CREW:  Musical Costume Crew begins Monday, November 14th. Meet backstage of the auditorium at 3:30 pm. No experience required! Help with the costumes and makeup for the Young Frankenstein.

MUSICAL AUDITIONS:  Audition Clinics for this year's hilarious musical comedy, "Young Frankenstein", will take place on Monday, November 14th at 3pm in the Choir Rm (R207). No previous experience required. We'll teach you everything you'll need to be successful at the audition. Don't miss out on the most highly anticipated event of the year. See Mr. Harmon or Mr. Schiffer if you have any questions!

MOVIE PREMIERE:  The Masked Banshee Returns, a short film by Russel Adaya, a junior here at Maine West, will premiere in the auditorium on Friday, November 18 from 3:00-3:30. Come watch this action packed, star studded, and suspenseful film that promises to keep you on the edge of your seat.

FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 4, 2022

Maine West DECA is hosting a thrift event and all proceeds will benefit veterans. We need your clothing donations to sell at our pop up thrift shop. Please drop off your clothes in the bins around school or drop them off in C-lot on Saturday, November 5 between 9-3 pm.

NEWS FROM THE CCRC: Are you eager to learn more about different careers and hear from industry professionals? Come to the Determine Your Future event presented by Nerdy Girl Success. This awesome event will be here at Maine West on Saturday from 9am-12:30pm. All female identifying students are welcomed. There will be workshops, a career fair, a panel discussion and goodie bags! To sign up, register on SchooLinks or visit Ms. Nelson in the CCRC.

AP EXAMS:  Have you joined Total Registration yet? Having a Total Registration account is mandatory in order to have AP exams ordered for you. Do you need help with registration? Stop by the CCRC today during your lunch and see Ms. Adams for help with account set-up!

POLISH CLUB:  Join Polish Club after school today in B218.

MUSICAL APPRECIATION SOCIETY:  Music Appreciation Society will meet in the LRC today at 3 pm. If you are interested in introducing someone to your favorite band or singer, or maybe being introduced to your new favorite, please stop by!

DECA:  Our next DECA meeting is Monday at 7:45 am in D102. This informational meeting will be about role play preparation and important upcoming dates.

BOYS BASKETBALL:  Boys' Basketball is having tryouts on Monday, November 7th and Tuesday, November 8th. You must be registered on 8 to 18 and have an updated physical. Please email Coach Paxson with any questions.

STUDENT TUTORING:  Beginning Monday, November 7, Warrior Student Tutors will be available to help fellow students in the mornings from 7:30 am to 8:15 am. The student tutors are located in the Warrior Resource Center in B226, at the end of Upper B-Wing. The student tutors will be able to support their peers in English, Math, Science, Social Science and World Language classes.

MUSICAL COSTUME CREW:  Musical Costume Crew begins Monday, November 14th. Meet backstage of the auditorium at 3:30 pm. No experience required! Help with the costumes and makeup for the Young Frankenstein.

THURSDAY, NOVEMBER 3, 2022

Maine West DECA is hosting a thrift event and all proceeds will benefit veterans. We need your clothing donations to sell at our pop up thrift shop. Please drop off your clothes in the bins around school or drop them off in C-lot on Saturday, November 5 between 9-3 pm.

NEWS FROM THE CCRC: Are you eager to learn more about different careers and hear from industry professionals? Come to the Determine Your Future event presented by Nerdy Girl Success. This awesome event will be here at Maine West on Saturday from 9am-12:30pm. All female identifying students are welcomed. There will be workshops, a career fair, a panel discussion and goodie bags! To sign up, register on SchooLinks or visit Ms. Nelson in the CCRC.

AP EXAMS:  Have you joined Total Registration yet? Having a Total Registration account is mandatory in order to have AP exams ordered for you. Do you need help with registration? Stop by the CCRC today during your lunch and see Ms. Adams for help with account set-up!

GYMNASTICS: Come to gymnastic open gym today at 3:30 in A-wing gym. No experience needed.  Please register on 8to18 and see coach Harrison in the main office with any questions.

POLISH CLUB:  Join Polish Club after school Friday in B218.

MUSICAL APPRECIATION SOCIETY:  Music Appreciation Society will meet in the LRC Friday at 3 pm. If you are interested in introducing someone to your favorite band or singer, or maybe being introduced to your new favorite, please stop by!

DECA:  Our next DECA meeting is Monday at 7:45 am in D102. This informational meeting will be about role play preparation and important upcoming dates.

MUSICAL COSTUME CREW:  Musical Costume Crew begins Monday, November 14th. Meet backstage of the auditorium at 3:30 pm. No experience required! Help with the costumes and makeup for the Young Frankenstein.

BOYS BASKETBALL:  Boys' Basketball is having tryouts on Monday, November 7th and Tuesday, November 8th. You must be registered on 8 to 18 and have an updated physical. Please email Coach Paxson with any questions.

STUDENT TUTORING:  Beginning Monday, November 7, Warrior Student Tutors will be available to help fellow students in the mornings from 7:30 am to 8:15 am. The student tutors are located in the Warrior Resource Center in B226, at the end of Upper B-Wing. The student tutors will be able to support their peers in English, Math, Science, Social Science and World Language classes.


WEDNESDAY, NOVEMBER 2, 2022

Maine West DECA is hosting a thrift event and all proceeds will benefit veterans. We need your clothing donations to sell at our pop up thrift shop. Please drop off your clothes in the bins around school or drop them off in C-lot on Saturday, November 5 between 9-3 pm.

NEWS FROM THE CCRC: Are you eager to learn more about different careers and hear from industry professionals? Come to the Determine Your Future event presented by Nerdy Girl Success. This awesome event will be here at Maine West on Saturday from 9am-12:30pm. All female identifying students are welcomed. There will be workshops, a career fair, a panel discussion and goodie bags! To sign up, register on SchooLinks or visit Ms. Nelson in the CCRC.

AP EXAMS:  Have you joined Total Registration yet? Having a Total Registration account is mandatory in order to have AP exams ordered for you. Do you need help with registration? Stop by the CCRC today during your lunch and see Ms. Adams for help with account set-up!

GYMNASTICS: Come to gymnastic open gym today and Thursday at 3:30 in A-wing gym. No experience needed.  Please register on 8to18 and see coach Harrison in the main office with any questions.

DRAMA CLUB:  Our next Drama Club meeting is after school today in A206. Come learn more about our upcoming Movie Night, Officer Nominations and Improv Team. PLUS - THERE WILL BE GAMES AND CANDY!

IMPROV AUDITIONS:  Are you good at thinking on your feet? If so, come check out auditions for the Maine West Improv Warriors immediately after the Drama Club meeting at 4 pm today.  Improv Team practices are only once a week in the morning to avoid conflicts with activities and other sports. We will teach you everything you need to know.

MUSICAL COSTUME CREW:  Musical Costume Crew begins Monday, November 14th. Meet backstage of the auditorium at 3:30 pm. No experience required! Help with the costumes and makeup for the Young Frankenstein.

BOYS BASKETBALL:  Boys' Basketball is having tryouts on Monday, November 7th and Tuesday, November 8th. You must be registered on 8 to 18 and have an updated physical. Please email Coach Paxson with any questions.