THURSDAY, OCTOBER 12, 2022

FALL COMEDY:  This year's fall comedy, Drop Dead! opens today! Don't miss this hilarious murder mystery that takes the phrase "the show must go on" to a deadly new level.  Performances run today through Saturday at 7pm in the Maine West Auditorium. Due to limited capacity, students are strongly encouraged to purchase their tickets in advance online at mainewestdrama.org or in the bookstore. Tickets are $7 for students and $10 for adults. Tickets will also be available at the door.

GYMNASTICS:  Come check out Gymnastics at our open gym today from 3:30-5:00 in A-wing gym. No experience needed.  Questions, See Coach Harrison in the Main office.

MAINE WEST UNPLUGGED:  Maine West Unplugged will meet in the LRC Friday at 3pm. Bring your acoustic instrument and meet your next future bandmate!

AMERICAN SIGN LANGUAGE CLUB:  All students interested in learning American Sign Language, please join us Friday morning at 7:45 in the back of the Library.

BADMINTON:  Warriors, it is that time of year to get out your badminton rackets and come out to the first badminton open gym on Friday from 6:30-7:30 am in spec gym. Everyone is invited to come play. We have the rackets and birdies. Just bring yourself.

STUDENTS: The Fine Arts Department is hosting a Media Career Day open to ALL students on Saturday, October 22nd, from 9:00am until 1:00pm. Students will meet at Maine West for breakfast and will hear from a panel of speakers from Marquee Sports Network, Shine FM and Pinpoint Media. At 10:00am, students will take a bus to Noise Floor Studios to learn about careers in audio post production. This is an excellent opportunity for any Maine West student to learn about careers in the media industry. See Ms. Orr in R209 for a permission slip.

KARAOKE PARTY: All students are invited to attend a Karaoke party hosted by the choir program after school on Tuesday, October 18th from 3:30-5pm in the Lower Commons. Please join us for some food, entertainment and an all around great time.

PI SIGMA PI:  Pi Sigma Pi Social Science Honors Society will take its club yearbook picture on Tuesday morning, October 18th, at 7:45 a.m. in the Lower Commons. We will also discuss upcoming service opportunities and other new business. Make sure to arrive on time to be in the picture.

MU ALPHA THETA (NATIONAL MATH HONOR SOCIETY):  If you are a hard-working and talented math student in 10th, 11th or 12th grade, Mu Alpha Theta is the club for you! The Maine West chapter of this National Honor Society strives to honor students who excel and work hard in their math classes. Check out our fliers on the bulletin boards throughout the school for links to Mu Alpha Theta eligibility and registration. Registration fee is $10 for new members. Returning members do not have to pay again. Senior Honor Cords are $6. Registration is due by October 21st.

BOYS SWIM AND DIVE: Boys Swim and Dive Season is coming up soon. The pre-season meeting will be on Tuesday October 25th at 3:15 pm in the pool. No experience necessary. Learn a lifelong skill or get in shape for another sport. Register now to enjoy.

WEDNESDAY, OCTOBER 12, 2022

FALL COMEDY:  This year's fall comedy, Drop Dead! opens this week! Don't miss this hilarious murder mystery that takes the phrase "the show must go on" to a deadly new level.  Performances run Thursday, through Saturday at 7pm in the Maine West Auditorium. Due to limited capacity, students are strongly encouraged to purchase their tickets in advance online at mainewestdrama.org or in the bookstore. Tickets are $7 for students and $10 for adults. Tickets will also be available at the door.

GYMNASTICS:  Come check out Gymnastics at our open gym today and Thursday from 3:30-5:00 in A-wing gym. No experience needed.  Questions, See Coach Harrison in the Main office.

GIRLS BASKETBALL:  Girls' Basketball will have open gym today after school from 3:40-4:40 pm in the field house on courts 3 and 4.

MOCK TRIAL:  Mock trial's first meeting is today at 3:30 in C210. See Mr. Rosenberg if you have any questions.

AMERICAN SIGN LANGUAGE CLUB:  All students interested in learning American Sign Language, please join us Friday morning at 7:45 in the back of the Library.

BADMINTON:  Warriors, it is that time of year to get out your badminton rackets and come out to the first badminton open gym on Friday from 6:30-7:30 am in spec gym. Everyone is invited to come play. We have the rackets and birdies. Just bring yourself.

STUDENTS: The Fine Arts Department is hosting a Media Career Day open to ALL students on Saturday, October 22nd, from 9:00am until 1:00pm. Students will meet at Maine West for breakfast and will hear from a panel of speakers from Marquee Sports Network, Shine FM and Pinpoint Media. At 10:00am, students will take a bus to Noise Floor Studios to learn about careers in audio post production. This is an excellent opportunity for any Maine West student to learn about careers in the media industry. See Ms. Orr in R209 for a permission slip.

KARAOKE PARTY: All students are invited to attend a Karaoke party hosted by the choir program after school on Tuesday, October 18th from 3:30-5pm in the Lower Commons. Please join us for some food, entertainment and an all around great time.

PI SIGMA PI:  Pi Sigma Pi Social Science Honors Society will take its club yearbook picture on Tuesday morning, October 18th, at 7:45 a.m. in the Lower Commons. We will also discuss upcoming service opportunities and other new business. Make sure to arrive on time to be in the picture.

MU ALPHA THETA (NATIONAL MATH HONOR SOCIETY):  If you are a hard-working and talented math student in 10th, 11th or 12th grade, Mu Alpha Theta is the club for you! The Maine West chapter of this National Honor Society strives to honor students who excel and work hard in their math classes. Check out our fliers on the bulletin boards throughout the school for links to Mu Alpha Theta eligibility and registration. Registration fee is $10 for new members. Returning members do not have to pay again. Senior Honor Cords are $6. Registration is due by October 21st.

BOYS SWIM AND DIVE: Boys Swim and Dive Season is coming up soon. The pre-season meeting will be on Tuesday October 25th at 3:15 pm in the pool. No experience necessary. Learn a lifelong skill or get in shape for another sport. Register now to enjoy.

TUESDAY, OCTOBER 11, 2022

FALL COMEDY:  This year's fall comedy, Drop Dead! opens this week! Don't miss this hilarious murder mystery that takes the phrase "the show must go on" to a deadly new level.  Performances run Thursday, through Saturday at 7pm in the Maine West Auditorium. Due to limited capacity, students are strongly encouraged to purchase their tickets in advance online at mainewestdrama.org or in the bookstore. Tickets are $7 for students and $10 for adults. Tickets will also be available at the door.

GYMNASTICS: Interested in a winter sport? Want to learn to tumble and swing?  Come check out Gymnastics at our open gym next week Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday from 3:30-5:00 in A-wing gym. No experience needed.  Questions, See Coach Harrison in the Main office.

GIRLS BASKETBALL:  Girls' Basketball will have open gym on Wednesday after school from 3:40-4:40 pm in spec gym.

MOCK TRIAL:  Mock trial's first meeting is Wednesday at 3:30 in C210. See Mr. Rosenberg if you have any questions.

BADMINTON:  Warriors, it is that time of year to get out your badminton rackets and come out to the first badminton open gym. Everyone is invited to come play.  Head to spec gym from 6:30 to 7:30 am on Friday. We have the rackets and birdies just bring yourself and a smile!

STUDENTS: The Fine Arts Department is hosting a Media Career Day open to ALL students on Saturday, October 22nd, from 9:00am until 1:00pm. Students will meet at Maine West for breakfast and will hear from a panel of speakers from Marquee Sports Network, Shine FM and Pinpoint Media. At 10:00am, students will take a bus to Noise Floor Studios to learn about careers in audio post production. This is an excellent opportunity for any Maine West student to learn about careers in the media industry. See Ms. Orr in R209 for a permission slip.

FRIDAY, OCTOBER 7, 2022

GYMNASTICS: Interested in a winter sport? Want to learn to tumble and swing?  Come check out Gymnastics at our open gym next week Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday from 3:30-5:00 in A-wing gym. No experience needed.  Questions, See Coach Harrison in the Main office.

CLOTHING DRIVE:  National Art Honor Society is holding a clothing drive for the Des Plaines Self Help Pantry. They are in need of  jeans, hoodies and sweatshirts but will be accepting everything. This event runs through Friday, October 7.  There is a drop off location near the front rotunda and bus concourse.

MOCK TRIAL:  Our first mock trial meeting is rescheduled for next Wednesday at 3:30 in C210. See Mr. Rosenberg if you have any questions.

STUDENTS: The Fine Arts Department is hosting a Media Career Day open to ALL students on Saturday, October 22nd, from 9:00am until 1:00pm. Students will meet at Maine West for breakfast and will hear from a panel of speakers from Marquee Sports Network, Shine FM and Pinpoint Media. At 10:00am, students will take a bus to Noise Floor Studios to learn about careers in audio post production. This is an excellent opportunity for any Maine West student to learn about careers in the media industry. See Ms. Orr in R209 for a permission slip.

THURSDAY, OCTOBER 6, 2022

GYMNASTICS: Interested in a winter sport? Want to learn to tumble and swing?  Come check out Gymnastics at our open gym next week Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday from 3:30-5:00 in A-wing gym. No experience needed.  Questions, See Coach Harrison in the Main office.

CLOTHING DRIVE:  National Art Honor Society is holding a clothing drive for the Des Plaines Self Help Pantry. They are in need of  jeans, hoodies and sweatshirts but will be accepting everything. This event runs through Friday, October 7.  There is a drop off location near the front rotunda and bus concourse.

MOCK TRIAL:  Our first mock trial meeting is rescheduled for next Wednesday at 3:30 in C210. See Mr. Rosenberg if you have any questions.

STUDENTS: The Fine Arts Department is hosting a Media Career Day open to ALL students on Saturday, October 22nd, from 9:00am until 1:00pm. Students will meet at Maine West for breakfast and will hear from a panel of speakers from Marquee Sports Network, Shine FM and Pinpoint Media. At 10:00am, students will take a bus to Noise Floor Studios to learn about careers in audio post production. This is an excellent opportunity for any Maine West student to learn about careers in the media industry. See Ms. Orr in R209 for a permission slip.

WEDNESDAY, OCTOBER 5, 2022

DRAMA CLUB:  There is a Drama Club meeting in A206 immediately after school today. Come learn more about our upcoming Movie Night, T-Shirt design, Officer Nominations and Improv Team. Plus, there will be games and candy!

GYMNASTICS: Interested in a winter sport? Want to learn to tumble and swing?  Come check out Gymnastics at our open gym next week Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday from 3:30-5:00 in A-wing gym. No experience needed.  Questions, See Coach Harrison in the Main office.

SPEECH TEAM:  Speech Team will have drop in sessions after school today and tomorrow in C210. See Mr. Rosenberg or Ms. Alverio for questions.

CLOTHING DRIVE:  National Art Honor Society is holding a clothing drive for the Des Plaines Self Help Pantry. They are in need of  jeans, hoodies and sweatshirts but will be accepting everything. This event runs through Friday, October 7.  There is a drop off location near the front rotunda and bus concourse.

GIRLS BASKETBALL:  Girls' Basketball will have Open Gym today from 3:40-4:40 in Spec Gym.

NATIONAL ENGLISH HONOR SOCIETY:  Any sophomore, junior or senior interested in applying for National English Honor Society should attend an informational meeting today at 3:00 pm in C207. More information will be provided at that time.

MOCK TRIAL:  Our first mock trial meeting is rescheduled for next Wednesday at 3:30 in C210. See Mr. Rosenberg if you have any questions.

STUDENTS: The Fine Arts Department is hosting a Media Career Day open to ALL students on Saturday, October 22nd, from 9:00am until 1:00pm. Students will meet at Maine West for breakfast and will hear from a panel of speakers from Marquee Sports Network, Shine FM and Pinpoint Media. At 10:00am, students will take a bus to Noise Floor Studios to learn about careers in audio post production. This is an excellent opportunity for any Maine West student to learn about careers in the media industry. See Ms. Orr in R209 for a permission slip.

TUESDAY, OCTOBER 4, 2022

DRAMA CLUB:  There will be a Drama Club meeting in A206 immediately after school Wednesday. Come learn more about our upcoming Movie Night, T-Shirt design, Officer Nominations and Improv Team. Plus, there will be games and candy!

GYMNASTICS: Interested in a winter sport? Want to learn to tumble and swing?  Come check out Gymnatics at our open gym next week Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday from 3:30-5:00 in A-wing gym. No experience needed.  Questions, See Coach Harrison in the Main office.

STUDENTS:  Want to learn more about a career in the trades? Come to the CCRC during lunch today for Ms. Nelson's informative Trades Exploration Workshop. She will highlight a variety of trade related careers and how you can learn more about them. Also, she will go over the different trade educational options for after high school.

SPEECH TEAM:  Speech Team will have drop in sessions after school today, Wednesday and Thursday to work together in C210. See Mr. Rosenberg or Ms. Alverio for questions.

CLOTHING DRIVE:  National Art Honor Society is holding a clothing drive for the Des Plaines Self Help Pantry. They are in need of  jeans, hoodies and sweatshirts but will be accepting everything. This event runs through Friday, October 7.  There is a drop off location near the front rotunda and bus concourse.

GIRLS BASKETBALL:  Girls' Basketball will have Open Gym on Wednesday from 3:40-4:40 in Spec Gym.

NATIONAL ENGLISH HONOR SOCIETY:  Any sophomore, junior or senior interested in applying for National English Honor Society should attend an informational meeting on Wednesday at 8:00 am or 3:00 pm in C207. More information will be provided at that time.