Maine West Daily Announcements : 2023

THURSDAY, DECEMBER 21, 2023

ANIME CLUB: Anime club will meet after school today in D113.

ENJOY YOUR WINTER BREAK!

TUESDAY, DECEMBER 19, 2023

Student Voice Council wants to celebrate this week with some comfy cozy dress up days and some goodies. Tomorrow wear your flannel and enjoy some candy swirl treats during lunch hours.

POETRY CLUB: Poetry club meets in A218 after school today.

MONDAY, DECEMBER 18, 2023

Student Voice Council wants to celebrate this week

with some comfy cozy dress up days and some goodies.

Tomorrow wear your favorite fuzzy socks and/or holiday hats

and grab some munchkins in the morning.

FRIDAY, DECEMBER 15, 2023

DRAMA CLUB: Drama Club meeting is meeting after school today in A206. We will chat about important information regarding our upcoming trip to Theatrefest - plus - there will be games and candy.

PSYCHOLOGY CLUB: Psychology Club is meeting after school today in C214. Everyone is welcome. If you're interested and curious, come check us out. We will be doing a psychological experiment this week and you can be a part of it. See Ms. Rettig in C214 if you have any questions.

SPEECH TEAM BAKE SALE: Speech Team will be having a "crafty bake sale" TODAY during lunch in the lower commons. Delicious treats and snacks will be up for sale, along with other fun, non-food knick knacks for the holiday season. Come check it out!

THURSDAY, DECEMBER 14, 2023

CURRENT EVENTS CLUB: Current Events Club will meet after school today in room C220. Please join us to discuss education-related topics including book bans, teacher shortages and curriculum restrictions. Background readings are posted on the Pi Sigma Pi Google Classroom page.

MAINE WEST UNPLUGGED: Maine West Unplugged will meet after school today in the library. If you are an acoustic musician that wants to meet some other like-minded strummers, pickers, pluckers and bow-ers, come join us.

ANIME CLUB: Join Anime Club today after school in D113.

PSYCHOLOGY CLUB: Psychology Club is meeting after school Friday in C214. Everyone is welcome. If you're interested and curious, come check us out. We will be doing a psychological experiment this week and you can be a part of it. See Ms. Rettig in C214 if you have any questions.

DECA: Attention DECA members. Our next meeting is Friday morning at 7:00 for regional testing. We will be meeting in D100 and D102. Everyone must test in order to compete. You must bring a charged Chromebook. If you have any questions, contact Mrs. Mazanowski, Mr. Randazzo or Mr. Comerford.

BOOK DRIVE: The National English Honor Society's holiday book drive ends Friday. There are bins in the front rotunda, bus concourse and in the LRC.

WEDNESDAY, DECEMBER 13, 2023

BALKAN CLUB: Balkan club will meet after school today in C120.

VIDEO GAME CLUB: Attention gamers! The video game club will meet after school today in the library. Come race with Mario Kart, rage with Super Smash Bros or shake a tailfeather with Just Dance.

SPEECH TEAM BAKE SALE: Speech Team will have a "crafty bake sale" Thursday and Friday during lunch in the lower commons. Delicious treats and snacks will be up for sale, along with other fun, non-food knick knacks for the holiday season.

CURRENT EVENTS CLUB: Current Events Club will meet Thursday at 3:00 in room C220. Please join us to discuss education-related topics including book bans, teacher shortages, and curriculum restrictions. Background readings are posted on the Pi Sigma Pi Google Classroom page.

DECA: Attention DECA members. Our next meeting will be Friday morning at 7:00 for regional testing. We will be meeting in D100 and D102. Everyone must test in order to compete. You must bring a charged Chromebook. If you have any questions, contact Mrs. Mazanowski, Mr. Randazzo or Mr. Comerford.

BOOK DRIVE: The National English Honor Society's holiday book drive ends Friday. There are bins in the front rotunda, bus concourse and in the LRC.

TUESDAY, DECEMBER 12, 2023

GIRLS TRACK AND FIELD: There will be a brief informational meeting about the upcoming Girls Track & Field season today at 3:30 in G102. All are welcome.

POETRY CLUB: Poetry Club meets in A218 after school today.

SPEECH TEAM BAKE SALE: Speech Team will have a "crafty bake sale" this Thursday and Friday during lunch in the lower commons. Delicious treats and snacks will be up for sale, along with other fun, non-food knick knacks for the holiday season.

BOOK DRIVE: The National English Honor Society's holiday book drive ends Friday. There are bins in the front rotunda, bus concourse and in the LRC.

MONDAY, DECEMBER 11, 2023

GIRLS TRACK AND FIELD: There will be a brief informational meeting about the upcoming Girls Track & Field season on Tuesday at 3:30 in G102. All are welcome.

CURRENT EVENTS CLUB: Current Events Club will meet on Thursday at 3:00 in room C-220. Please join us to discuss education-related topics including book bans, teacher shortages, and curriculum restrictions. Background readings are posted on the Pi Sigma Pi Google Classroom page.

BOOK DRIVE: The National English Honor Society is holding a holiday book drive for slightly used children’s books (ages 3-9) ending on Friday, December 15th. There are bins in the front rotunda, bus concourse and in the LRC.

FRIDAY, DECEMBER 8, 2023

We celebrate World Languages this week.

LJ Randolph said “Language learning is an integral part of the human experience; it enables us to liberate ourselves and transform our world.”

BAKE SALE: The National English Honor Society will be hosting a holiday bake sale today during 5th period lunches. All cookies, brownies, cakes and other baked goods will be sold for $2.00. CASH ONLY. All proceeds will go to a good cause.

SPEECH TEAM: The Speech Team will be performing in their first varsity tournament tomorrow at Palatine High School. Students will be competing in Radio, Prose, Original Oratory and Informative Speaking for a chance to win awards and name recognition for Maine West. Congratulations to the Speech Team on all your hard work and good luck with your tournament tomorrow.

NATIONAL HONOR SOCIETY: National Honor Society will meet in the auditorium Monday morning at 7:45am. We will begin planning for the upcoming induction ceremony. Attendance is required.

GIRLS TRACK AND FIELD: There will be a brief informational meeting about the upcoming Girls Track & Field season on Tuesday at 3:30 in G102. All are welcome.

THURSDAY, DECEMBER 7, 2023

We celebrate World Languages this week.

Haruki Murakami said “Learning another language is like becoming another person."

SENIOR PICTURES: If you have not yet taken a senior picture for the yearbook, please stop by the auditorium today from 10-4 to get your picture taken. No need to make an appointment, just stop in.

ANIME CLUB: Join Anime club after school today in D113.

BAKE SALE: The National English Honor Society will be hosting a holiday bake sale on Friday during 5th period lunches. All cookies, brownies, cakes and other baked goods will be sold for $2.00. CASH ONLY. All proceeds will go to a good cause.

BADMINTON OPEN GYM: Friday morning at 6:30 in the spec gym, all students and staff are welcome to hit around the birdie at our last badminton open gym of 2023.

NATIONAL HONOR SOCIETY: National Honor Society will meet in the auditorium Monday morning at 7:45am. We will begin planning for the upcoming induction ceremony. Attendance is required.

GIRLS TRACK AND FIELD: There will be a brief informational meeting about the upcoming Girls Track & Field season on Tuesday, December 12 at 3:30 in G102. All are welcome.

WEDNESDAY, DECEMBER 6, 2023

We celebrate World Languages this week.
Nelson Mandela said “If you talk to a man in a language he understands, that goes to his head.
If you talk to him in his language, that goes to his heart.”

SENIOR PICTURES: If you have not yet taken a senior picture for the yearbook, please stop by the auditorium from 10-4 Thursday to get your picture taken. No need to make an appointment, just stop in.

NEWS FROM CCRC: Seniors, are you still working on your plans for after high school? If so, come to the CCRC anytime today. School counselors, Ms. Holmes and Ms. Nelson will be available all day to help you in the CCRC Those who attend will be entered into a raffle for free swag.

IMPROV NIGHT: Don't miss Maine West’s first Improv Night of the season. Come see the amazing, unscripted and hilarious talents of our very own Improv Warriors tonight in the choir room at 6 pm. Admission is $3 for students, $5 for adults and concessions are $2 each. All proceeds benefit the Drama Club.

TUESDAY, DECEMBER 5, 2023

We celebrate World Languages this week.

Jorge Luis Borges said, “The dictionary is based on the hypothesis — obviously an unproven one — that languages are made up of equivalent synonyms.”

SPEECH TEAM: The Speech Team competed in the UltiMUTT Dog Show at Hersey High School this Saturday. Students performed well in a highly competitive tournament. This Saturday they will be competing in their first varsity tournament, Pirate's Booty at Palatine High School. For more info on what the Speech Team is about, contact Ms. Alverio or come to their meeting after school today in Room C205.

POETRY CLUB: Poetry Club meets in A218 today after school. For more info, contact Mr. Khemani.

IMPROV NIGHT: Don't miss Maine West’s first Improv Night of the season. Come see the amazing, unscripted and hilarious talents of our very own Improv Warriors. The event will take place on Wednesday in R207 (the Choir Rm.) at 6 pm. Admission is $3 for students, $5 for adults and concessions are $2 each. All proceeds benefit the Drama Club

CURRENT EVENTS CLUB: Current Events Club will meet on Thursday, December 14 at 3:00 in room C-220. Please join us to discuss education-related topics including book bans, teacher shortages, and curriculum restrictions. Background readings are posted on the Pi Sigma Pi Google Classroom page.

BAKE SALE: The National English Honor Society will be hosting a holiday bake sale on Friday during 5th period lunches. All cookies, brownies, cakes and other baked goods will be sold for $2.00. CASH ONLY. All proceeds will go to a good cause.

THRIFT CLUB: Maine West’s newest club, thrift club, will be having their first informational meeting on Tuesday. Come to the Library after school Tuesday to learn more.

NEWS FROM CCRC: Seniors, are you still working on your plans for after high school? If so, come to the CCRC anytime on Wednesday. School counselors, Ms. Holmes and Ms. Nelson will be available all day to help you in the CCRC Those who attend will be entered into a raffle for free swag.

MONDAY, DECEMBER 4, 2023

We celebrate World Languages this week.

Benjamin Lee Whorf said, “Language shapes the way we think and determines what we can think about.”

THRIFT CLUB: Maine West’s newest club, thrift club, will be having their first informational meeting on Tuesday. Come to the Library after school Tuesday to learn more.

BOOK DRIVE: The National English Honor Society will be holding a holiday book drive for slightly used children’s books (ages 3-9) beginning today and ending on Friday, December 15th. There will be bins in the front rotunda, bus concourse and in the LRC.

FRIDAY, DECEMBER 1, 2023

SPEECH TEAM: Speech Team will be competing tomorrow in the "UltiMUTT DOG SHOW" at Hersey High School. Students will be performing in events like prose, poetry and impromptu for a chance to win awards and name recognition for Maine West. Best of luck tomorrow team and we hope you do well. For more information, contact Ms. Alverio.

PSYCHOLOGY CLUB: Psychology Club is after school today in room C214. We will be discussing the "uncanny valley" phenomenon and other cool topics.

BAKE SALE: The National English Honor Society will be hosting a holiday bake sale on Friday, December 8th during 5th period lunches. All cookies, brownies, cakes and other baked goods will be sold for $2.00. CASH ONLY. All proceeds will go to a good cause.

BOOK DRIVE: The National English Honor Society will be holding a holiday book drive for slightly used children’s books (ages 3-9) beginning on Monday and ending on Friday, December 15th. There will be bins in the front rotunda, bus concourse and in the LRC.

NEWS FROM CCRC: Seniors, are you still working on your plans for after high school? If so, come to the CCRC anytime on Wednesday, December 6th. School counselors, Ms. Holmes and Ms. Nelson will be available all day to help you in the CCRC Those who attend will be entered into a raffle for free swag.

THURSDAY, NOVEMBER 30, 2023

WARRIORETTE DANCE TEAM: If you are interested in trying out for the Warriorette Dance team, there are tryouts tonight from 4:30-6 in the dance room.

MAINE WEST UNPLUGGED: Do you play an acoustic instrument? Are you looking for other musicians to play with outside of a classroom? Maine West Unplugged is the answer to your search for other West musicians. Come to Maine West Unplugged in the library after school today.

ANIME CLUB: Join anime club today after school in D113.

CANNED FOOD DRIVE: The Canned Food Drive Collection Bin is now at the C-Wing Entrance. Donate cans and still get a customized sticker. Grab your cans & drop them off right when you get to school. All donations will be given to the Des Plaines Self Help Pantry.

WEDNESDAY, NOVEMBER 29, 2023

WARRIORETTE DANCE TEAM: If you are interested in trying out for the Warriorette Dance team, there will be a clinic today in the Dance Room at 5:30.

PI SIGMA PI: It's not too late to sign up for the 3rd annual Pi Sigma Pi vs. Scholastic Bowl Showdown. Enjoy trivia and FREE PIZZA on Thursday after school in A108. Sign up on Google Classroom ASAP and help Pi Sigma Pi keep its winning streak.

CANNED FOOD DRIVE: The annual canned food drive has started. This year we will be handing out custom stickers for your chromebook or stanley in exchange for your canned goods. Three canned goods gets you a sticker, Multiple stickers to choose from. Our canned food drive will through Friday, December 1st. Cans can be brought to the lower commons during the lunch periods. All cans will be donated to the Des Plaines Self Help Pantry.

TUESDAY, NOVEMBER 28, 2023

WARRIORETTE DANCE TEAM: If you are interested in trying out for the Warriorette Dance team, there will be a clinic today in the field house at 5:30.

POETRY CLUB: Poetry Club will meet after school today in A218.

SPEECH TEAM: Speech Team will be meeting today after school in room C205. The team will be developing their skills in performing and public speaking, like Tristan Oskurowski, who placed 4th in Impromptu Speaking at the Turkey Tournament at Conant High School. Congratulations to Tristan and to the team for a great start to the season. For more information, contact Ms. Alverio.

CANNED FOOD DRIVE: Student Voice Council is getting ready for our annual canned food drive. This year we will be handing out custom stickers for your chromebook or stanley in exchange for your canned goods. Three canned goods gets you a sticker, Multiple stickers to choose from. Our canned food drive will run Monday, November 27th through Friday, December 1st. Cans can be brought to the lower commons during the lunch periods. All cans will be donated to the Des Plaines Self Help Pantry.

MONDAY, NOVEMBER 27, 2023

TUESDAY, NOVEMBER 21, 2023

POETRY CLUB: Poetry Club will meet today after school in A218. For more info, contact Mr. Khemani.

PI SIGMA PI: It's time for the 3rd Annual Pi Sigma Pi vs. Scholastic Bowl SHOWDOWN. Flex your trivia knowledge and eat FREE PIZZA on Thursday, November 30th after school. Sign up on Google Classroom as soon as possible and help us keep up our winning streak.

GIRLS WATER POLO: Girls Water Polo is seeking goalies at all levels for the upcoming spring season. No experience is needed. Please email Coach Schneider if you are interested.

MONDAY, NOVEMBER 20, 2023

WINTER COLOR GUARD TRYOUTS: Tryouts for the inaugural season of the West Winter Guard will take place today in the lower commons from 4:30 - 6:30. If you are interested in learning more about winter color guard, please see the advertisements in the hallway or email Coach at

kcolyer@maine207.org.

GIRLS WATER POLO: Girls Water Polo is seeking goalies at all levels for the upcoming spring season. No experience is needed. Please email Coach Schneider if you are interested.

FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 17, 2023

PSYCHOLOGY CLUB: Come learn about our brand new Psychology Club after school today in Room C214. Everyone who is curious about their brain, mental health or humans in general is welcome. We will be discussing what we want to do this year with our new club.

SPEECH TEAM: Speech Team will be competing in the "Turkey Tourney" at Conant High School this Saturday. They will be performing in various event categories, including Prose, Original Oratory and Informative Speaking, for a chance to win awards and name recognition for Maine West. Congratulations Team for all your hard work and best of luck Saturday! For more information about Speech, come to a meeting next Tuesday after school in Rm C205.

WINTER COLOR GUARD TRYOUTS: Tryouts for the inaugural season of the West Winter Guard will take place on Monday. Tryouts will take place in the lower commons from 4:30 - 6:30. If you are interested in learning more about winter color guard, please see the advertisements in the hallway or email Coach K at kcolyer@maine207.org.

GIRLS WATER POLO: Girls Water Polo is seeking goalies at all levels for the upcoming spring season. No experience is needed. Please email Coach Schneider if you are interested.

THURSDAY, NOVEMBER 16, 2023

CCRC ACADEMY EVENT: Come to Maine South for a CCRC Academy event tonight at 6:30 in the Maine South Auditorium. Learn how to find your fit when planning for college and life after high school. You can register on SchooLinks.

BADMINTON: Friday morning at 6:30 we will be hosting an open gym for badminton in the spec gym. Everyone is welcome.

NATIONAL ENGLISH HONOR SOCIETY: The National English Honor Society will meet Friday morning at 7:45 in the back of the LRC.

ANIME: Anime club will meet after school today in D113. For more info, contact Mr. Davis or Mr. Khemani.

PSYCHOLOGY CLUB: Come learn about our brand new Psychology Club after school Friday in Room C214. Everyone who is curious about their brain, mental health or humans in general is welcome. We will be discussing what we want to do this year with our new club. See Ms. Rettig in C214 if you have any questions.

PI SIGMA PI: It's time for the 3rd Annual Pi Sigma Pi vs. Scholastic Bowl SHOWDOWN. Flex your trivia knowledge and eat FREE PIZZA on Thursday, November 30th after school. Sign up on Google Classroom as soon as possible and help us keep up our winning streak.

WINTER COLOR GUARD TRYOUTS: Tryouts for the inaugural season of the West Winter Guard will take place Monday, November 20th. Tryouts will take place in the lower commons from 4:30 - 6:30. If you are interested in learning more about winter color guard, please see the advertisements in the hallway or email Coach K at kcolyer@maine207.org.

GIRLS WATER POLO: Girls Water Polo is seeking goalies at all levels for the upcoming spring season. No experience is needed. Please email Coach Schneider if you are interested.

WEDNESDAY, NOVEMBER 15, 2023

CCRC ACADEMY EVENT: Come to Maine South for a CCRC Academy event. Learn how to find your fit when planning for college and life after high school. Tomorrow night at 6:30 in the Maine South auditorium. You can register on SchooLinks.

VIDEO GAME CLUB: The Video Game club will meet after school today in the Library.

PSYCHOLOGY CLIB: Come learn about our brand new Psychology Club after school Friday in Room C214. Everyone who is curious about their brain, mental health or humans in general is welcome. We will be discussing what we want to do this year with our new club. See Ms. Rettig in C214 if you have any questions.PI SIGMA PI: It's time for the 3rd Annual Pi Sigma Pi vs. Scholastic Bowl SHOWDOWN. Flex your trivia knowledge and eat FREE PIZZA on Thursday, November 30th after school. Sign up on Google Classroom as soon as possible and help us keep up our winning streak.

WINTER COLOR GUARD TRYOUTS: Tryouts for the inaugural season of the West Winter Guard will take place Monday November 20th. Tryouts will take place in the lower commons from 4:30 - 6:30. If you are interested in learning more about winter color guard, please see the advertisements in the hallway or email Coach K at kcolyer@maine207.org.

GIRLS WATER POLO: Girls Water Polo is seeking goalies at all levels for the upcoming spring season. No experience is needed. Please email Coach Schneider if you are interested.

WRESTLING TEAM SHOP: The BSN Wrestling Team Shop closes soon. Please refer to the following link to order your MW Warrior Wrestling Gear: https://bsnteamsports.com/shop/MWWW2

TUESDAY, NOVEMBER 14, 2023

SPEECH TEAM: The Speech Team attended the Speechapalooza Tournament hosted by Prospect High School this Saturday. The team did really well and showed a lot of spirit. Junior Elisha Joseph placed second in Informative Speaking. Congratulations Elisha on a magnificent performance, and kudos Speech Team for a wonderful showing!

POETRY CLUB: Poetry Club meets in A218 on Tuesdays after school at 3:30. For more info, contact Mr. Khemani.

GIRLS WATER POLO: Girls Water Polo is seeking goalies at all levels for the upcoming spring season. No experience is needed. Please email Coach Schneider if you are interested.

WRESTLING TEAM SHOP: The BSN Wrestling Team Shop closes soon. Please refer to the following link to order your MW Warrior Wrestling Gear: https://bsnteamsports.com/shop/MWWW2

MONDAY, NOVEMBER 13, 2023

WAPA: WAPA is sponsoring a Turkey Trot November 13th from 3:30-5 in the spec foyer. Running, trotting and walking are welcomed. This event is open to anyone interested. We are asking for a $10 donation or $3 and 5 canned food items to be donated. All proceeds will be donated to The Des Plaines Self Help Closet and Food Pantry. There will be a raffle, hot chocolate, turkey costumes and prizes. If you have questions please ask Mrs. Voigt or Mr. OBrill.

GIRLS WATER POLO: Girls Water Polo is seeking goalies at all levels for the upcoming spring season. No experience is needed. Please email Coach Schneider if you are interested.

WRESTLING TEAM SHOP: The BSN Wrestling Team Shop closes soon. Please refer to the following link to order your MW Warrior Wrestling Gear: https://bsnteamsports.com/shop/MWWW2

FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 10, 2023

ANNUAL SCIENCE DAY: Please encourage your younger siblings to attend the Science Day tomorrow from 10 to 2. There will be fun science and art activities and it is free. Thanks for supporting Science National Honor Society.

SPEECH TEAM: Speech Team will be competing in their second tournament tomorrow. The tournament is called "Speechapalooza" and is hosted by Prospect High School. The team will be performing in various event categories, including Prose, Original Oratory, and Informative Speaking, for a chance to win awards and name recognition for Maine West. Congratulations Team for all your hard work and best of luck this Saturday. For more information about speech team, we are meeting Tuesday after school in Room C205.

DECA: Our next meeting will be Monday morning at 7:45 in D102. We will begin preparation for our regional exam using DECA+. If you have any questions, please contact Mrs. Mazanowski, Mr. Randazzo, or Mr. Comerford.

NATIONAL HONOR SOCIETY: National Honor Society will meet in the auditorium Monday morning at 7:45. We will be taking our yearbook picture. Attendance is required. Check the Classroom page for details.

GIRLS WATER POLO: Girls Water Polo is seeking goalies at all levels for the upcoming spring season. No experience is needed. Please email Coach Schneider if you are interested.

THURSDAY, OCTOBER 9, 2023

SOUTH ASIAN STUDENT ASSOCIATION: Today after school, join the South Asian Student Association for a Diwali celebration in the Lower Commons. There will be music, food and more.

KEY CLUB: There will be a key club meeting after school today in E105. We will be packing snack bags for homeless vets, writing a note of gratitude and discussing future events.

ANIME CLUB: Come to anime club today after school in D113.

ANNUAL SCIENCE DAY: Bring your friends and siblings to the 7th Annual Maine West Science Day on Saturday from 10:00-2:00. The Science National Honor Society will have fun science activities and there will be giant birds.

GIRLS WATER POLO: Girls Water Polo is seeking goalies at all levels for the upcoming spring season. No experience is needed. Please email Coach Schneider if you are interested.

WEDNESDAY, OCTOBER 8, 2023

KEY CLUB: There will be a key club meeting after school Thursday at in E105. We will be packing snack bags for homeless vets, writing a note of gratitude and discussing future events.

GIRLS WATER POLO: Girls Water Polo is seeking goalies at all levels for the upcoming spring season. No experience is needed. Please email Coach Schneider if you are interested.

TUESDAY, NOVEMBER 7, 2023

BOOKSTORE CLOSED TODAY: The bookstore will be closed today and will reopen tomorrow.

CONGRATULATIONS SPEECH TEAM: The Speech Team debuted their season this Saturday at the Spooktacular Speech Tournament at Buffalo Grove High School. The team did really well and showed a lot of spirit. Junior Elisha Joseph placed first in Informative Speaking. Congratulations Elisha on a magnificent performance and kudos to the Speech Team on a wonderful start. If you're interested in finding out more on what Speech Team has to offer, head down to C205 after school today and check out our meeting.

KEY CLUB: There will be a key club meeting after school Thursday at in E105. We will be packing snack bags for homeless vets, writing a note of gratitude and discussing future events.

POETRY CLUB: Join Poetry Club after school today in A218. For more info, contact Mr. Khemani.

MONDAY, NOVEMBER 6, 2023

BOYS BASKETBALL: Boys' Basketball is having their first day of tryouts today. All student-athletes must have a current physical on file and be registered on 8 to 18. Please contact Coach Paxson with any questions.

BOOKSTORE WILL BE CLOSED TUESDAY: The bookstore will be closed on Tuesday. Please plan accordingly.

FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 3, 2023

SPEECH TEAM: Speech Team will be competing in their first tournament tomorrow. The tournament is called "Spooktacular" and is hosted by Buffalo Grove High School. The team will be performing in various event categories, including Prose, Original Oratory and Informative Speaking for a chance to win awards and name recognition for Maine West. Congratulations Team for all your hard work and best of luck Saturday.

LATINX LEADERS CAREER PANEL: Today the CCRC and Latinx Cultural Club "Raíces" will be hosting the Latinx Leaders Career Panel. Come and celebrate Latinx success with us and hear from various Latinx industry professionals and community leaders. This event is open to all Latinx identifying students. It will be held in the auditorium during 7th period. To sign up, register on SchooLinks or visit Ms. Nelson in the CCRC.

NERDY GIRL SUCESSl Are you eager to learn more about different careers and hear from industry professionals? Come to the Career and Leadership Summit presented by Nerdy Girl Success. This event will be at Maine East High School on Saturday from 9-12:30. All female and non-binary 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.

BOYS BASKETBALL: Boys' Basketball is having their first day of tryouts on Monday. All student-athletes must have a current physical on file and be registered on 8 to 18. Please contact Coach Paxson with any questions.

BOOKSTORE WILL BE CLOSED TUESDAY, 11/7: The bookstore will be closed on Tuesday, November 7. Please plan accordingly.

THURSDAY, NOVEMBER 2, 2023

GYMNASTICS: Interested in learning gymnastics? Have you mastered how to walk across the beam and want to learn more? Come check out the gymnastics team. Come to open Gymnastics today in A-Wing gym after school from 3:30-5pm. Season starts November 6 at 3:30pm. No experience required and No cuts. Remember to get your physical and sign up on 8to18 to join the team. Have questions, email Mrs.Harrison or see her in H111 during the day.

MAINE WEST UNPLUGGED: Attention acoustic musicians. Maine West Unplugged will be meeting in the Library today at 3. Bring your acoustic instruments and bring out your inner rock star.

BOYS SWIM & DIVE: Boys Swim and Dive will have a pre season meeting in the pool today at 3:15. First day of practice is November 20. See Coach Trella with questions.

ANIME CLUB: Join Anime Club. We will meet after school today in D113. For more info, contact Mr Davis or Mr. Khemani.

CURRENT EVENTS CLUB: Current Events Club will meet today at 3:00 in room C220. Please join us to discuss the topic of Affirmative Action in education. Background readings are posted on the Pi Sigma Pi Google Classroom page.

POP UP ART SHOW: CALL FOR ARTISTS! Today you can make a small canvas painting to be in the POP UP ART SHOW. Students who would like to make a small painting to put in the art show should come to the art suite during lunch periods. If you do not have a ticket yet, there will be art teachers or current art students passing them out in the cafeteria. The artwork will be up until 3:00 when you can come pick it up and take it home.

BADMINTON: Come on out for some badminton Friday morning at 6:30 in the spec gym to hit around the birdie. Please join us for some fun and competitive badminton.

LATINX LEADERS CAREER PANEL: On Friday the CCRC and Latinx Cultural Club "Raíces" will be hosting the Latinx Leaders Career Panel. Come and celebrate Latinx success with us and hear from various Latinx industry professionals and community leaders. This event is open to all Latinx identifying students. It will be held in the auditorium during 7th period. To sign up, register on SchooLinks or visit Ms. Nelson in the CCRC.

BOYS BASKETBALL: Boys' Basketball is having their first day of tryouts on Monday, November 6th. All student-athletes must have a current physical on file and be registered on 8 to 18. Please contact Coach Paxson with any questions.

BOOKSTORE WILL BE CLOSED TUESDAY, 11/7: The bookstore will be closed on Tuesday, November 7. Please plan accordingly.

WEDNESDAY, NOVEMBER 1, 2023

BALKAN CLUB: Attention all Balkan club members,we will meet after school today in C120 and will be taking our Yearbook Photo, email Mrs.Kljajic if you have any questions.

VIDEO GAME CLUB: Video Game Club will meet after school today in the LIbrary. Come to Just Dance, Smash some bros or Mario Kart around fantastic worlds.

GYMNASTICS: Interested in learning gymnastics? Have you mastered how to walk across the beam and want to learn more? Come check out the gymnastics team. Come to open Gymnastics today and tomorrow in A-Wing gym after school from 3:30-5pm. Season starts November 6 at 3:30pm. No experience required and No cuts. Remember to get your physical and sign up on 8to18 to join the team. Have questions, email Mrs.Harrison or see her in H111 during the day.

BOYS SWIM & DIVE: Boys Swim and Dive will have a pre season meeting in the pool tomorrow at 3:15. First day of practice is November 20. See Coach Trella with questions.

CURRENT EVENTS CLUB: Current Events Club will meet on Thursday at 3:00 in room C220. Please join us to discuss the topic of Affirmative Action in education. Background readings are posted on the Pi Sigma Pi Google Classroom page.

POP UP ART SHOW: Do you like to paint but aren't taking an art class? Want a tour of the new art studios? Come be a part of our first POP UP ART SHOW. The art department is looking for 100 students to create a small painting on canvas during lunch periods on Thursday for our first annual POP UP ART SHOW. Current art students will be passing out tickets for the event this week. We will also be in the cafe on Thursday with more invites.

TUESDAY, OCTOBER 31, 2023

Happy Halloween

This morning be on the lookout for the Spooky Aldworth picture hidden around school.

If you find one, take it to the bookstore to redeem it for a free coffee voucher for the Corner Cafe.

Only one picture per person, do not bring in multiple Aldworths,

leave some for other people to find.

POETRY CLUB: Are you and your friends pros at prose? In your free time, do you often rhyme? Do you find yourself writing out what you feel? Are you a poet and you had no prior inclination to coming to that conclusion whatsoever? If so, you should join Poetry Club. Poetry Club meets in A218 on Tuesdays after school at 3:30. For more info, contact Mr. Khemani at hkhemani@maine207.org.

BALKAN CLUB: Attention all Balkan club members,we will meet Wednesday in C120 and will be taking our Yearbook Photo, email Mrs.Kljajic if you have any questions.

GYMNASTICS: Interested in learning gymnastics? Have you mastered how to walk across the beam and want to learn more? Come check out the gymnastics team. Come to open Gymnastics November 1 and 2 in A-Wing gym after school from 3:30-5pm. Season starts November 6 at 3:30pm. No experience required and No cuts. Remember to get your physical and sign up on 8to18 to join the team. Have questions, email Mrs.Harrison or see her in H111 during the day.

T-SHIRT DESIGN CONTEST: Students in the Advanced Digital Art class designed Maine West t-shirts. YOU get to vote for the design that will be produced and sold in the bookstore. Vote for your favorite design by scanning the QR code on the monitors and posters around school. (HERE is a link to the ballot.)

BOYS SWIM & DIVE: Boys Swim and Dive will have a pre season meeting in the pool at 3:15 on Thursday, November 2. First day of practice is November 20. See Coach Trella with questions.

HALLOWEEN HORROR FILM FESTIVAL: WMTH is hosting a Horror Film Festival open to ALL students today during A, B and C lunches in R209. Bring your friends to watch spooky movies and enjoy free treats from La Esperanza Bakery.

CURRENT EVENTS CLUB: Current Events Club will meet on Thursday, November 2 at 3:00 in room C220. Please join us to discuss the topic of Affirmative Action in education. Background readings are posted on the Pi Sigma Pi Google Classroom page.

LATINX LEADERS CAREER PANEL: On Friday, November 3rd, the CCRC and Latinx Cultural Club "Raíces" will be hosting the Latinx Leaders Career Panel. Come and celebrate Latinx success with us and hear from various Latinx industry professionals and community leaders. This event is open to all Latinx identifying students. It will be held in the auditorium during 7th period. To sign up, register on SchooLinks or visit Ms. Nelson in the CCRC.

NERDY GIRL SUCESSl Are you eager to learn more about different careers and hear from industry professionals? Come to the Career and Leadership Summit presented by Nerdy Girl Success. This event will be at Maine East High School on November 4th from 9-12:30. All female and non-binary 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.

MONDAY, OCTOBER 30, 2023

GYMNASTICS: Interested in learning gymnastics? Have you mastered how to walk across the beam and want to learn more? Come check out the gymnastics team. Come to open Gymnastics November 1 and 2 in A-Wing gym after school from 3:30-5pm. Season starts November 6 at 3:30pm. No experience required and No cuts. Remember to get your physical and sign up on 8to18 to join the team. Have questions, email Mrs.Harrison or see her in H111 during the day.

SOUTH ASIAN STUDENT ASSOCIATION: Members of South Asian Student Association, meet in the CCRC tomorrow morning at 7:45 to plan for our Diwali celebration.

GIRLS BASKETBALL: Girls' Basketball tryouts begin today at 3:40 pm in Spec Gym. You must be registered on 8to18 and have an updated physical to tryout. Please contact Coach Kuzmanic or stop by B217 if you have any questions.

BOYS SWIM & DIVE: Boys Swim and Dive will have a pre season meeting in the pool at 3:15 on Thursday, November 2. First day of practice is November 20. See Coach Trella with questions.

ATTENTION ALL SWIFTIES: Did you miss the eras tour? You can "shake it off" because WMTH Radio will be hosting a 1989 Taylor's Version Listening party today at 3:30 in R209. There will be free snacks and make your own friendship bracelets that will never go out of "style." All Swifties are welcome to attend.

HALLOWEEN HORROR FILM FESTIVAL: WMTH is hosting a Horror Film Festival open to ALL students tomorrow during A, B and C lunches in R209. Bring your friends to watch spooky movies and enjoy free treats from La Esperanza Bakery.

MU ALPHA THETA: Are you a sophomore, junior or senior looking to join the Math National Honors Society? Check your eligibility and find out how to register for Mu Alpha Theta by scanning the QR codes on the fliers in your math classroom and on the bulletin boards around the school. Registrations must be completed by October 30th. New members need to register AND pay a $10 fee in the bookstore. Seniors have the opportunity to purchase an honors cord to wear during graduation for $6 in the bookstore. We are not able to accept late registrations or orders. Contact Mr. Smith with questions.

NERDY GIRL SUCESSl Are you eager to learn more about different careers and hear from industry professionals? Come to the Career and Leadership Summit presented by Nerdy Girl Success. This event will be at Maine East High School on November 4th from 9-12:30. All female and non-binary 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.

FRIDAY, OCTOBER 27, 2023

WEST'S GOT TALENT: The West's Got Talent Show is Friday and Saturday at 7:00. We are so excited for you to see the amazing amount of talent on our Maine West Stage. We have singing, dancing, music, magic, and so much more.

GYMNASTICS: Interested in learning gymnastics? Have you mastered how to walk across the beam and want to learn more? Come check out the gymnastics team. Come to open Gymnastics November 1 and 2 in A-Wing gym after school from 3:30-5pm. Season starts November 6 at 3:30pm. No experience required and No cuts. Remember to get your physical and sign up on 8to18 to join the team. Have questions, email Mrs.Harrison or see her in H111 during the day.

DECA: Attention all DECA members, our next meeting is Monday morning at 7:45 in D102. We will be discussing role play practice.

SOUTH ASIAN STUDENT ASSOCIATION: Members of South Asian Student Association, meet in the CCRC on Halloween morning at 7:45 to plan for our Diwali celebration.

GIRLS BASKETBALL: Girls' Basketball tryouts begin Monday at 3:40 pm in Spec Gym. You must be registered on 8to18 and have an updated physical to tryout. Please contact Coach Kuzmanic or stop by B217 if you have any questions.

BOYS SWIM & DIVE: Boys Swim and Dive will have a pre season meeting in the pool at 3:15 on Thursday, November 2. First day of practice is November 20. See Coach Trella with questions.

ATTENTION ALL SWIFTIES: Did you miss the eras tour? You can "shake it off" because WMTH Radio will be hosting a 1989 Taylor's Version Listening party on October 30 at 3:30 in R209. There will be free snacks and make your own friendship bracelets that will never go out of "style." All Swifties are welcome to attend.

HALLOWEEN HORROR FILM FESTIVAL: WMTH is hosting a Horror Film Festival open to ALL students on Halloween during A, B and C lunches in R209. Bring your friends to watch spooky movies and enjoy free treats from La Esperanza Bakery.

NERDY GIRL SUCESSl Are you eager to learn more about different careers and hear from industry professionals? Come to the Career and Leadership Summit presented by Nerdy Girl Success. This event will be at Maine East High School on November 4th from 9-12:30. All female and non-binary 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.

THURSDAY, OCTOBER 26, 2023

GYMNASTICS: Interested in learning gymnastics? Have you mastered how to walk across the beam and want to learn more? Come check out the gymnastics team. Come to open Gymnastics November 1 and 2 in A-Wing gym after school from 3:30-5pm. Season starts November 6 at 3:30pm. No experience required and No cuts. Remember to get your physical and sign up on 8to18 to join the team. Have questions, email Mrs.Harrison or see her in H111 during the day.

NATIONAL ENGLISH HONOR SOCIETY: The National English Honor Society will meet Friday at 7:45 am in the LRC. All current and new members should be in attendance.

DECA: Attention all DECA members, our next meeting is Monday morning at 7:45 in D102. We will be discussing role play practice.

BOYS SWIM & DIVE: Boys Swim and Dive will have a pre season meeting in the pool at 3:15 on Thursday, November 2. First day of practice is November 20. See Coach Trella with questions.

NERDY GIRL SUCESSl Are you eager to learn more about different careers and hear from industry professionals? Come to the Career and Leadership Summit presented by Nerdy Girl Success. This event will be at Maine East High School on November 4th from 9-12:30. All female and non-binary 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.

WEDNESDAY, OCTOBER 25, 2023

COMPETITIVE CHEER: Competitive Cheer Tryouts will be held in the Field House today at 5:00. Please register on 8to18 or email Coach Jay.

GYMNASTICS: Interested in learning gymnastics? Have you mastered how to walk across the beam and want to learn more? Come check out the gymnastics team. Come to open Gymnastics on 10/25, 11/1 and 11/2 in A-Wing gym after school from 3:30-5pm. Season starts November 6 at 3:30pm. No experience required and No cuts. Remember to get your physical and sign up on 8to18 to join the team. Have questions, email Mrs.Harrison or see her in H111 during the day.

FCCLA: Interested in FCCLA? Come to an informational meeting after school today in C105A. Questions? Contact Mrs. Chen, Mrs. Van Jacobs, or Ms. Zobrist.

NATIONAL ENGLISH HONOR SOCIETY: The National English Honor Society will meet Friday at 7:45 am in the LRC. All current and new members should be in attendance.

NERDY GIRL SUCESSl Are you eager to learn more about different careers and hear from industry professionals? Come to the Career and Leadership Summit presented by Nerdy Girl Success. This event will be at Maine East High School on November 4th from 9-12:30. All female and non-binary 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.

TUESDAY, OCTOBER 24, 2023

COMPETITIVE CHEER: Competitive Cheer Tryouts will be held in the Field House today and tomorrow at 5:00. Please register on 8to18 or email Coach Jay.

POETRY CLUB: Are you and your friends pros at prose? In your free time, do you often rhyme?
Do you find yourself writing out what you feel? Are you a poet and you had no prior inclination to coming to that conclusion whatsoever? If so, you should join Poetry Club! Poetry Club meets in A218 after school on Tuesdays. For more info, contact Mr. Khemani at hkhemani@maine207.org.

GYMNASTICS: Interested in learning gymnastics? Have you mastered how to walk across the beam and want to learn more? Come check out the gymnastics team. Come to open Gymnastics on 10/24, 10/25, 11/1 and 11/2 in A-Wing gym after school from 3:30-5pm. Season starts November 6 at 3:30pm. No experience required and No cuts. Remember to get your physical and sign up on 8to18 to join the team. Have questions, email Mrs.Harrison or see her in H111 during the day.

BOYS BASKETBALL: For all student-athletes interested in joining Boys' Basketball this winter, there is an informational meeting after school today in Room A-201. For any questions, please email Varsity Head Coach, Dan Paxson.

FCCLA: Interested in FCCLA? Come to an informational meeting after school Wednesday in C105A. Questions? Contact Mrs. Chen, Mrs. Van Jacobs, or Ms. Zobrist.

NATIONAL ENGLISH HONOR SOCIETY: The National English Honor Society will meet Friday at 7:45 am in the LRC. All current and new members should be in attendance.

NERDY GIRL SUCESSl Are you eager to learn more about different careers and hear from industry professionals? Come to the Career and Leadership Summit presented by Nerdy Girl Success. This event will be at Maine East High School on November 4th from 9-12:30. All female and non-binary 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.

MONDAY, OCTOBER 23, 2023

WEST'S GOT TALENT: Maine West's annual talent show, "West's Got Talent", opens soon. One of the most anticipated events of the year, "West's Got Talent" features everything from magic tricks to singing to dancing and much much more. Tickets are available online and at the door; $7 for students, and $10 for adults. Performances run Friday, October 27 and Saturday, October 28 from 7 to 8:30 p.m. in the Maine West Auditorium.

BOYS BASKETBALL: For all student-athletes interested in joining Boys' Basketball this winter, there is an informational meeting after school Tuesday in Room A-201. For any questions, please email Varsity Head Coach, Dan Paxson.

FCCLA: Interested in FCCLA? Come to an informational meeting after school Wednesday in C105A. Questions? Contact Mrs. Chen, Mrs. Van Jacobs, or Ms. Zobrist.

NERDY GIRL SUCESSl Are you eager to learn more about different careers and hear from industry professionals? Come to the Career and Leadership Summit presented by Nerdy Girl Success. This event will be at Maine East High School on November 4th from 9-12:30. All female and non-binary 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.

FRIDAY, OCTOBER 20, 2023

BOYS BASKETBALL: For all student-athletes interested in joining Boys' Basketball this winter, there is an informational meeting after school next Tuesday in Room A-201. For any questions, please email Varsity Head Coach, Dan Paxson.

FCCLA: Interested in FCCLA? Come to an informational meeting Wednesday, October 25 after school in C105A. Questions? Contact Mrs. Chen, Mrs. Van Jacobs, or Ms. Zobrist.

FINE ARTS MEDIA CAREER DAY: The Fine Arts Department at Maine West will be hosting a Media Career Day open to ALL students on Saturday, October 21st, from 8:00am until 12:30pm. Students will visit WGN studios in Chicago and hear from a panel of industry professionals. This is an excellent opportunity for any Maine West student to learn about careers in the media industry. See Ms. Fisher in R209 for a permission slip.

NERDY GIRL SUCESSl Are you eager to learn more about different careers and hear from industry professionals? Come to the Career and Leadership Summit presented by Nerdy Girl Success. This event will be at Maine East High School on November 4th from 9-12:30. All female and non-binary 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.

THURSDAY, OCTOBER 19, 2023

SOAR: Join SOAR after school today in room C210. All are welcome.

MAINE WEST UNPLUGGED: Maine West Unplugged will be meeting in the library today at 3pm. Bring your acoustic instrument and come play with us.

ANIME CLUB: Anime club will meet today after school in D113. For more information contact Mr. Davis or Mr. Khemani.

PI SIGMA PI: Pi Sigma Pi will meet Friday morning in the Lower Commons at 7:45. Come help us choose upcoming events, field trips, fundraisers and more.

BADMINTON: Friday morning at 6:30 is our first Badminton open gym. Everyone is welcome to come out and hit the birdie around. Just show up and play.

FCCLA: Interested in FCCLA? Come to an informational meeting Wednesday, October 25 after school in C105A. Questions? Contact Mrs. Chen, Mrs. Van Jacobs, or Ms. Zobrist.

WEST'S GOT TALENT: The judges have spoken, the cast has been chosen and the talent is immense. The West's Got Talent Show is well underway. Make your plans to come and see the most anticipated show of the year. Friday and Saturday October 27th & 28th. Mark your calendar and tell your friends. You won't want to miss it.

WEDNESDAY, OCTOBER 18, 2023

CHOIR KARAOKE PARTY: All students are invited to attend a Karaoke party hosted by the choir program after school today in the Lower Commons. Please join us for some food, entertainment and an all around great time.

VIDEO GAME CLUB: The Video Game Club will meet after school today in the library. Come battle, drive, or dance with us!

SOAR: Join SOAR after school Thursday in room C210. All are welcome.

PI SIGMA PI: Pi Sigma Pi will meet Friday morning in the Lower Commons at 7:45. Come help us choose upcoming events, field trips, fundraisers and more.

BADMINTON: It is time to get your Badminton on. Please join us Friday morning at 6:30 in the Spec Gym for our first Badminton Open Gym. No equipment or experience necessary. Just show up and play.

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