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 next Tuesday in Room A-201. For any questions, please email Varsity Head Coach, Dan Paxson.
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.)
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.
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.
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.
