WEDNESDAY, MAY 1, 2024

BOYS GOLF:  If you are interested in Boys Golf, please come to an informational meeting Thursday after school in G102. Any questions, see Mrs. Voigt or Mr. Ellefson.

GIRLS BASKETBALL:  Girls Basketball will have an open gym Thursday in the field house from 3:40-5:00pm. All those planning on trying out for girls basketball next season are welcome.

CHEERLEADING TRYOUTS:  Cheerleading Tryouts are May 1st- 3rd at 5pm in the field house. We are looking to begin the journey of another historic season and we want you to be apart. We are looking to add more lifters, tumblers and athletes with great attitudes to our program. If you have any questions, email Coach Jay.

PI SIGMA PI:  Pi Sigma Pi will host its End of the Year Picnic soon. We welcome new members to sign up and pay $5.00 in the Bookstore by Friday, May 10th. Current members sign up on Google Classroom. Current seniors must pay $3.00 in the bookstore for honor cords by Tuesday, May 7th.

SENIOR PROM:  Senior Prom tickets are on sale in the bookstore for $65. Ticket sales end May 10th. No tickets will be sold at the door. Questions? Check your email or reach out to Mrs. Van Jacobs.

STUDENT AMBASSADORS:  Have you ever considered what it must feel like to move to a new city and to change schools? Have you ever wanted to help other students? We are looking for volunteers to become Student Ambassadors.  Student Ambassadors help transfer students during their first critical days at Maine West.  The Student Ambassador Club also organizes other fun activities throughout the year to help transfer students meet other students and get involved at school.  Check your email for the application.  Applications are due by 3:30 on Friday.  For questions, please contact Ms. Abraham or Ms. Giricz.

DRAMA CLUB: Our next Drama Club meeting will be held today in A206. We will chat about the end-of-the-year awards ceremony and thespian nominations. We will hear pitches from our prospective officer nominees for next year and vote. Bring a friend and see you there.

TUESDAY, APRIL 30, 2024

AEROSPACE CLUB: Are you interested in learning more about flight, space and how we are exploring the stars? Come to B107 today afters chool for the initial meeting of Aerospace Club.

BOYS GOLF:  If you are interested in Boys Golf, please come to an informational meeting Thursday after school in G102. Any questions, see Mrs. Voigt or Mr. Ellefson.

GIRLS BASKETBALL:  Girls Basketball will have an open gym Thursday in the field house from 3:40-5:00pm. All those planning on trying out for girls basketball next season are welcome.

CHEERLEADING TRYOUTS:  Cheerleading Tryouts are May 1st- 3rd at 5pm in the field house. We are looking to begin the journey of another historic season and we want you to be apart. We are looking to add more lifters, tumblers and athletes with great attitudes to our program. If you have any questions, email Coach Jay.

PI SIGMA PI:  Pi Sigma Pi will host its End of the Year Picnic soon. We welcome new members to sign up and pay $5.00 in the Bookstore by Friday, May 10th. Current members sign up on Google Classroom. Current seniors must pay $3.00 in the bookstore for honor cords by Tuesday, May 7th.

SENIOR PROM:  Senior Prom tickets are on sale in the bookstore for $65. Ticket sales end May 10th. No tickets will be sold at the door. Questions? Check your email or reach out to Mrs. Van Jacobs.

STUDENT AMBASSADORS:  Have you ever considered what it must feel like to move to a new city and to change schools? Have you ever wanted to help other students? We are looking for volunteers to become Student Ambassadors.  Student Ambassadors help transfer students during their first critical days at Maine West.  The Student Ambassador Club also organizes other fun activities throughout the year to help transfer students meet other students and get involved at school.  Check your email for the application.  Applications are due by 3:30 on Friday.  For questions, please contact Ms. Abraham or Ms. Giricz.

MONDAY, APRIL 29, 2024

AEROSPACE CLUB: Are you interested in learning more about flight, space and how we are exploring the stars? Come to B107 tomorrow afterschool for the initial meeting of Aerospace Club.

CHEERLEADING TRYOUTS:  Cheerleading Tryouts are May 1st- 3rd at 5pm in the field house. We are looking to begin the journey of another historic season and we want you to be apart. We are looking to add more lifters, tumblers and athletes with great attitudes to our program. If you have any questions, email Coach Jay.

PI SIGMA PI:  Pi Sigma Pi will host its End of the Year Picnic soon. We welcome new members to sign up and pay $5.00 in the Bookstore by Friday, May 10th. Current members sign up on Google Classroom. Current seniors must pay $3.00 in the bookstore for honor cords by Tuesday, May 7th.

FRIDAY, APRIL 26, 2024

Congratulations to your Girls Water Polo Warriors.  They defeated Richards on their Senior Night to improve to 19 and 4.  Emma Blezien, Morgan Vis, Amelia Grzywacs, Veronika Kocman, Medina Dizdarevic, and Veronica Gut all had goals in the victory.

JUNIORS:  Meet me at Midnight themed Junior Prom is Saturday.  Get your ticket in the bookstore or scan the QR code on flyers around school. Get excited for a fun night of friends, music, dancing and more! See Miss Carpenter for questions.

CHEERLEADING TRYOUTS:  Cheerleading Tryouts are May 1st- 3rd at 5pm in the field house. We are looking to begin the journey of another historic season and we want you to be apart. We are looking to add more lifters, tumblers and athletes with great attitudes to our program. If you have any questions, email Coach Jay.

THURSDAY, APRIL 25, 2024

JUNIORS:  Meet me at Midnight themed Junior Prom is Saturday.  Tickets are on sale NOW in the bookstore or scan the QR code on flyers around school. Get excited for a fun night of friends, music, dancing and more! See Miss Carpenter for questions.

CHEERLEADING TRYOUTS:  Cheerleading Tryouts are May 1st- 3rd at 5pm in the field house. We are looking to begin the journey of another historic season and we want you to be apart. We are looking to add more lifters, tumblers and athletes with great attitudes to our program. If you have any questions, email Coach Jay.

WEDNESDAY, APRIL 24, 2024

STORYTELLERS:  The student-led Storytellers Showcase highlights the diverse stories and performances that make our school community thrive. Join us for an evening of spoken word/poetry, storytelling, music and dance tonight at 7pm in the lower commons.

JUNIORS:  Meet me at Midnight themed Junior Prom is Saturday.  Tickets are on sale NOW in the bookstore or scan the QR code on flyers around school. Get excited for a fun night of friends, music, dancing and more! See Miss Carpenter for questions.

CHEERLEADING TRYOUTS:  Cheerleading Tryouts are May 1st- 3rd at 5pm in the field house. We are looking to begin the journey of another historic season and we want you to be apart. We are looking to add more lifters, tumblers and athletes with great attitudes to our program. If you have any questions, email Coach Jay.

TUESDAY, APRIL 23, 2024

Congratulations to Science Olympiad Individual State Medalists.
Dylan Joseph and Aditya Thomas earned 4th place in Flight,
Veronica Gut and Sophia Vincent earned 3rd place in Anatomy and Physiology and Sophia Layous and Emily Wojnicki earned 2nd place in Air Trajectory.

SOUTH ASIAN STUDENT ASSOCIATION:  Join the South Asian Student Association on the front lawn after school today to celebrate Holi, the festival of colors. Wear clothing you can get messy in. There will be pizza and music. All are welcome

STORYTELLERS:  The student-led Storytellers Showcase highlights the diverse stories and performances that make our school community thrive. Join us for an evening of spoken word/poetry, storytelling, music and dance Wednesday at 7pm in the lower commons.

JUNIORS:  Attention Juniors, our Meet me at Midnight themed Junior Prom is Saturday.  Tickets are on sale NOW in the bookstore or scan the QR code on flyers around school. Get excited for a fun night of friends, music, dancing and more! See Miss Carpenter for questions.

CHEERLEADING TRYOUTS:  Cheerleading Tryouts are May 1st- 3rd at 5pm in the field house. We are looking to begin the journey of another historic season and we want you to be apart. We are looking to add more lifters, tumblers and athletes with great attitudes to our program. If you have any questions, email Coach Jay.

MONDAY, APRIL 22, 2024

SOUTH ASIAN STUDENT ASSOCIATION:  Join the South Asian Student Association on the front lawn after school Tuesday to celebrate Holi, the festival of colors. Wear clothing you can get messy in There will be pizza and music. All are welcome

STORYTELLERS:  The student-led Storytellers Showcase highlights the diverse stories and performances that make our school community thrive. Join us for an evening of spoken word/poetry, storytelling, music and dance Wednesday at 7pm in the lower commons.

JUNIORS:  Attention Juniors, our Meet me at Midnight themed Junior Prom is Saturday.  Tickets are on sale NOW in the bookstore or scan the QR code on flyers around school. Get excited for a fun night of friends, music, dancing and more! See Miss Carpenter for questions.

CHEERLEADING TRYOUTS:  Cheerleading Tryouts are May 1st- 3rd at 5pm in the field house. We are looking to begin the journey of another historic season and we want you to be apart. We are looking to add more lifters, tumblers and athletes with great attitudes to our program. If you have any questions, email Coach Jay.

FRIDAY, APRIL 19, 2024

NATIONAL ART HONOR SOCIETY:    National Art Honor Society is hosting a bake sale in the lower commons today during all lunch periods. Come purchase a sweet treat for $2 to $5!

BADMINTON WARRIOR CHALLENGE:  Do you think you have what it takes to take on one of our highly trained, skilled badminton players in a singles match or doubles tonight at 3:30. $5 for singles - $10 for doubles - if you win - you will get back $3 for singles and $6 for doubles.  Come out and support your badminton squad tonight and have some fun.

PSYCHOLOGY CLUB:  Psychology Club is meeting after school today in Room C214 to talk about SLEEP - why our brains need it, and what happens when we don't get enough of it! Everyone is welcome. See Ms. Rettig if you have any questions.

STORYTELLERS:  The student-led Storytellers Showcase highlights the diverse stories and performances that make our school community thrive. Join us for an evening of spoken word/poetry, storytelling, music and dance during culture week on April 24 at 7pm in the lower commons.

JUNIORS:  Attention Juniors, our Meet me at Midnight themed Junior Prom is Saturday, April 27th.  Tickets are on sale NOW in the bookstore or scan the QR code on flyers around school. Tickets are $25 this week and will increase $5 each week, so don't wait.  Get excited for a fun night of friends, music, dancing and more! See Miss Carpenter for questions.

JUNIORS:  Juniors, come to the auditorium either 6C or 8th period for a presentation from the University of Chicago on writing college essays. If you need to be excused from class, grab an event pass from the CCRC to be signed by your teacher.

THURSDAY, APRIL 18, 2024

NATIONAL ART HONOR SOCIETY:    National Art Honor Society is hosting a bake sale in the lower commons on Friday during all lunch periods. Come purchase a sweet treat for $2 to $5!

PI SIGMA PI: Pi Sigma Pi is having an important all-club meeting on Friday at 7:45 a.m. in the Lower Commons. We will share information about senior honor cords for graduation, as well as the end-of-the-year picnic celebration.

BADMINTON WARRIOR CHALLENGE:  Do you think you have what it takes to take on one of our highly trained, skilled badminton players in a singles match or doubles? The Challenge will take place in the Spec Gym and Field house starting at 3:30. $5 for singles - $10 for doubles - if you win and that is a big if - you will get back $3 for singles and $6 for doubles.  Come out and support your badminton squad Friday night and have some fun.

SPRING PLAY - "YOU CAN'T TAKE IT WITH YOU":  Don't miss out on our upcoming Spring Play, "You Can't Take It With You," a heartwarming and hilarious play that promises to be a fantastic display of student talent. Come support our drama team and enjoy an evening of laughter and entertainment. Show dates are Thursday, April 18th, Friday, April 19th and Saturday, April 20th at 7:00 p.m. in the Maine West Auditorium. Get your tickets in advance in the Maine West Bookstore.

STORYTELLERS:  The student-led Storytellers Showcase highlights the diverse stories and performances that make our school community thrive. Join us for an evening of spoken word/poetry, storytelling, music and dance during culture week on April 24 at 7pm in the Lower Commons.

JUNIORS:  Attention Juniors, our Meet me at Midnight themed Junior Prom is Saturday, April 27th.  Tickets are on sale NOW in the bookstore or scan the QR code on flyers around school. Tickets are $25 this week and will increase $5 each week, so don't wait.  Get excited for a fun night of friends, music, dancing and more! See Miss Carpenter for questions.

WEDNESDAY, APRIL 17, 2024

ALL STUDENTS: Today during lunch periods there will be an Ice Cream truck in the bus concourse. They have 35 selections of Ice Cream plus cotton candy, chips and soda, Nacho's and hot cheese. Items range from $2.00 to $5.00. Cash, credit cards and apple pay will be accepted.

NATIONAL ART HONOR SOCIETY:    National Art Honor Society is hosting a bake sale in the lower commons on Friday during all lunch periods. Come purchase a sweet treat for $2 to $5!

PI SIGMA PI: Pi Sigma Pi is having an important all-club meeting on Friday at 7:45 a.m. in the Lower Commons. We will share information about senior honor cords for graduation, as well as the end-of-the-year picnic celebration.

BADMINTON WARRIOR CHALLENGE:  Do you think you have what it takes to take on one of our highly trained, skilled badminton players in a singles match or doubles? The Challenge will take place in the Spec Gym and Field house starting at 3:30. $5 for singles - $10 for doubles - if you win and that is a big if - you will get back $3 for singles and $6 for doubles.  Come out and support your badminton squad Friday night and have some fun.

SPRING PLAY - "YOU CAN'T TAKE IT WITH YOU":  Don't miss out on our upcoming Spring Play, "You Can't Take It With You," a heartwarming and hilarious play that promises to be a fantastic display of student talent. Come support our drama team and enjoy an evening of laughter and entertainment. Show dates are Thursday, April 18th, Friday, April 19th and Saturday, April 20th at 7:00 p.m. in the Maine West Auditorium. Get your tickets in advance in the Maine West Bookstore.

JUNIORS:  Attention Juniors, our Meet me at Midnight themed Junior Prom is Saturday, April 27th.  Tickets are on sale NOW in the bookstore or scan the QR code on flyers around school. Tickets are $25 this week and will increase $5 each week, so don't wait.  Get excited for a fun night of friends, music, dancing and more! See Miss Carpenter for questions.

TUESDAY, APRIL 16, 2024

Congratulations to girls water polo.

They defeated Fremd, Bremen and Northside Prep on route

to tournament Champions this past weekend.

SENIOR GREAT AMERICA TRIP:  Today at 3:30 is the deadline to sign up for the Senior Great America Trip in the bookstore. Sign up with payment and permission slip in the bookstore by 3:30 today.

ALL STUDENTS: This Wednesday during lunch periods Student Voice is bringing an Ice Cream truck to the bus concourse. They have 35 selections of Ice Cream plus cotton candy, chips and soda, Nacho's and hot cheese. Items range from $2.00 to $5.00. Cash, credit cards and apple pay will be accepted.

NATIONAL ART HONOR SOCIETY:    National Art Honor Society is hosting a bake sale in the lower commons on Friday during all lunch periods. Come purchase a sweet treat for $2 to $5!

PI SIGMA PI: Pi Sigma Pi is having an important all-club meeting on Friday at 7:45 a.m. in the Lower Commons. We will share information about senior honor cords for graduation, as well as the end-of-the-year picnic celebration.

SPRING PLAY - "YOU CAN'T TAKE IT WITH YOU":  Don't miss out on our upcoming Spring Play, "You Can't Take It With You," a heartwarming and hilarious play that promises to be a fantastic display of student talent. Come support our drama team and enjoy an evening of laughter and entertainment. Show dates are Thursday, April 18th, Friday, April 19th and Saturday, April 20th at 7:00 p.m. in the Maine West Auditorium. Get your tickets in advance in the Maine West Bookstore.

JUNIORS:  Attention Juniors, our Meet me at Midnight themed Junior Prom is Saturday, April 27th.  Tickets are on sale NOW in the bookstore or scan the QR code on flyers around school. Tickets are $25 this week and will increase $5 each week, so don't wait.  Get excited for a fun night of friends, music, dancing and more! See Miss Carpenter for questions.

MONDAY, APRIL 15, 2024

SENIORS:  Today is the last day to sign up for Great America on May 11.

BALKAN CLUB: Balkan Club is meeting after school today in C120. All members need to attend.

ALL STUDENTS: This Wednesday during lunch periods Student Voice is bringing an Ice Cream truck to the bus concourse. They have 35 selections of Ice Cream plus cotton candy, chips and soda, Nacho's and hot cheese. Items range from $2.00 to $5.00. Cash will move the line quicker but we accept all credit cards and apple pay as well.

NATIONAL ART HONOR SOCIETY:    NAHS National Art Honor Society will be hosting a bake sale in the lower commons on Friday during all lunch periods. Come purchase a sweet treat for $2 to $5!

PI SIGMA PI: Pi Sigma Pi is having an important all-club meeting on Friday at 7:45 a.m. in the Lower Commons. We will share information about senior honor cords for graduation, as well as the end-of-the-year picnic celebration.

TUESDAY, APRIL 9, 2024

 2024 COMMUNITY PRIDE CELEBRATION:  We are planning for the 2024 Community Pride Celebration that will be hosted by Maine West on Saturday, June 1st.  This celebration of the LGBTQ+ community is well underway. We are looking for student performers to share their talents with the community at this incredible event. For more information, and to sign up to perform, please visit bit.ly/performatpride or scan the QR code on screens and flyers around school. Questions? Please contact Ms. Adams at aadams@maine207.org.

SENIORS: Seniors, check your email for information regarding your Great America trip on May 11. Tickets are now on sale in the bookstore through April 15. ID and Permission slip must be present when you purchase your ticket.  Cost is $90.00.  No payments will be accepted by phone.

MONDAY, APRIL 8, 2024

Congratulations to your Girls Water Polo Warriors, both Varsity and Junior visited Conant on Thursday and both teams were victorious. Varsity moves to 12 and 0 on the season.

Emma Blezien had 7 goals and 7 steals. Go Warriors!

2024 COMMUNITY PRIDE CELEBRATION:  We are planning for the 2024 Community Pride Celebration that will be hosted by Maine West on Saturday, June 1st.  This celebration of the LGBTQ+ community is well underway. We are looking for student performers to share their talents with the community at this incredible event. For more information, and to sign up to perform, please visit bit.ly/performatpride or scan the QR code on screens and flyers around school. Questions? Please contact Ms. Adams at aadams@maine207.org.

SENIORS: Check your email for information regarding your Great America trip on May 11. Tickets are now on sale in the bookstore through April 15. ID and Permission slip must be present when you purchase your ticket.  Cost is $90.00.  No payments will be accepted by phone.

FRIDAY, APRIL 5, 2024

PSYCHOLOGY CLUB:  Psychology Club is meeting in C214 after school today. We are writing uplifting cards and notes that will be sent to people who are in mental health facilities. Everyone is welcome!

2024 COMMUNITY PRIDE CELEBRATION:  We are planning for the 2024 Community Pride Celebration that will be hosted by Maine West on Saturday, June 1st.  This celebration of the LGBTQ+ community is well underway. We are looking for student performers to share their talents with the community at this incredible event. For more information, and to sign up to perform, please visit bit.ly/performatpride or scan the QR code on screens and flyers around school. Questions? Please contact Ms. Adams at aadams@maine207.org.

THURSDAY, APRIL 4, 2024

Congratulations to the Girls Water Polo team for defeating Maine East 16 to 8, moving to 11 and 0 on the season. They take on Conant at Conant on Thursday at 5:15.

IMPROV NIGHT:  Don't miss Maine West’s final Improv Night of the season. Come see the amazing, unscripted and hilarious talents of our very own Improv Warriors. The event is tonight at 6:00 in R207 (the Choir Rm.). Admission is only $3 for students, $5 for adults and concessions are $2 each. All proceeds benefit the Drama Club.

THRIFT CLUB:  The Maine West Thrift club is having a thrift sale in E105 today during all lunch periods. Your new favorite shirt, hoodie, shorts, pants or tank top might be there. CASH ONLY.

2024 COMMUNITY PRIDE CELEBRATION:  We are planning for the 2024 Community Pride Celebration that will be hosted by Maine West on Saturday, June 1st.  This celebration of the LGBTQ+ community is well underway. We are looking for student performers to share their talents with the community at this incredible event. For more information, and to sign up to perform, please visit bit.ly/performatpride or scan the QR code on screens and flyers around school. Questions? Please contact Ms. Adams at aadams@maine207.org.

WEDNESDAY, APRIL 3, 2024

THRIFT CLUB:  The Maine West Thrift Club is accepting clothing donations for a fundraiser benefiting Maine West's Family and Student Services.  Please consider donating clothing.  There are large green bins at the front entrance and at the bus concourse.  A fundraising sale will take place Thursday and Friday in E105 during lunch periods.  For more information, please see Mr. Greenberg in the Library.

2024 COMMUNITY PRIDE CELEBRATION:  We are planning for the 2024 Community Pride Celebration that will be hosted by Maine West on Saturday, June 1st.  This celebration of the LGBTQ+ community is well underway. We are looking for student performers to share their talents with the community at this incredible event. For more information, and to sign up to perform, please visit bit.ly/performatpride or scan the QR code on screens and flyers around school. Questions? Please contact Ms. Adams at aadams@maine207.org.