MONDAY, JANUARY 26, 2026

BADMINTON: There will be a Badminton Team Informational Meeting Tuesday at 3:20 in room E105. All Freshman, Sophomore, Junior and Senior girls interested in trying out for the team on March 2nd should attend. The meeting will be over by 4:00.  If you have any questions, please contact Coach Butterfield(Math Teacher), Coach McCluskey(Health and Wellness Teacher), or ask in the Athletic Office.

MU ALPHA THETA:  Mu Alpha Theta is meeting Tuesday at 3:00 in A201. We will be taking our yearbook picture. It's ok to leave for another activity right after the picture.

WOMEN'S EMPOWERMENT CLUB:  The Women's Empowerment Club will meet for the first time this semester on Thursday morning. The meeting will be held at 8:00 in the CCRC. Reach out to Ms. Hart or Ms. Nelson for more details.

WESTERNER: Do you like talking about sports, pop culture, student life or current issues? The Westerner may have a place for you on its award-winning newspaper staff. Applications for the 2026-2027 Westerner staff are available now through Wednesday. The Westerner is looking for writers, photographers, artists and editors to join our team. Scan the QR code outside of the English office, the Westerner office, or in the LRC to apply.

BOYS WATER POLO:  Are you interested in joining the Boys' Water Polo team this spring? Please join us for a preseason meeting on Monday, February 2nd in A207 to go over important registration details.  We will meet from 3:00 to 3:15 and this meeting is required for anyone planning to participate. Reach out to coach Walzer or Williams with any questions and/or concerns.

STUDENTS:  Do you have any experience as a golf caddy? Please fill out this form to help us learn more about how we can connect you to college scholarships and/or career opportunities. If you have any questions reach out to Dr. McMahon and/or Ms. Adams in the CCRC.

BLACK EXCELLENCE IS EVERYWHERE:  To celebrate Black excellence in our community, District 207's Black cultural clubs and career services is hosting their annual cultural career event, Black Excellence Is Everywhere on February 5th . This year the event will be all day at Maine West High School. All Black identifying students are welcome to attend. To register scan the QR code on the flyers around the school or visit the CCRC (room: B-101).

YEARBOOK:  If you purchased last year’s yearbook, you can pick up your spring supplement in the main office. The supplement includes all the best moments from the end of the year, spring sports, fine arts performances and more!

FRIDAY, JANUARY 23, 2026

NO SCHOOL ON FRIDAY, JANUARY 23, 2026

District 207 has made the decision not to have school on Friday, January 23, 2026 due to the severe cold weather that is forecast.

All afterschool activities are also cancelled including practices, rehearsals, games, performances and meetings. Based upon the forecast, the plan is that events scheduled for Saturday, January 24, 2026 will be held.

THURSDAY, JANUARY 22, 2026

BADMINTON:  Badminton Open Gym is cancelled for Friday. See you on January 30.

KRISPY KREME DONUT SALES: The Principal's Leadership Team is selling Krispy Kreme donuts today for only $1. Find a member of the team this morning and buy yours while they last.

BLOOD DRIVE:  Please join us for the Early Spring Blood Drive today in Spec Gym Foyer from 8:30-2:30. You can schedule via the QR codes posted in the hallways. Students who are 16 will need consent from a parent or guardian. Students may only donate during lunch, PE or free period and each donor will receive 25 spirit points.

BADMINTON: There will be a Badminton Team Informational Meeting Tuesday at 3:20 in room E105. All Freshman, Sophomore, Junior, and Senior girls interested in trying out for the team on March 2nd should attend. The meeting will be over by 4:00.  If you have any questions, please contact Coach Butterfield(Math Teacher), Coach McCluskey(Health and Wellness Teacher), or ask in the Athletic Office.

WOMEN'S EMPOWERMENT CLUB:  The Women's Empowerment Club will meet for the first time this semester on Thursday, January 29. The meeting will be held at 8 am in the CCRC. Reach out to Ms. Hart or Ms. Nelson for more details.

BOYS WATER POLO:  Are you interested in joining the Boys' Water Polo team this spring? Mark your calendars for two open pool sessions on Thursday, February 5th and Thursday, February 26th. Both sessions will run from 5:00 until 5:45 and a current physical must be on file to get in the water. Please reach out to coach Walzer or Williams with any questions.

STUDENTS:  Do you have any experience as a golf caddy? Please fill out this form to help us learn more about how we can connect you to college scholarships and/or career opportunities. If you have any questions reach out to Dr. McMahon and/or Ms. Adams in the CCRC.

BLACK EXCELLENCE IS EVERYWHERE:  To celebrate Black excellence in our community, District 207's Black cultural clubs and career services is hosting their annual cultural career event, Black Excellence Is Everywhere on February 5th . This year the event will be all day at Maine West High School. All Black identifying students are welcome to attend. To register scan the QR code on the flyers around the school or visit the CCRC (room: B-101).

YEARBOOK:  If you purchased last year’s yearbook, you can pick up your spring supplement in the main office. The supplement includes all the best moments from the end of the year, spring sports, fine arts performances and more!

WEDNESDAY, JANUARY 21, 2026

BLOOD DRIVE:  Please join us for the Early Spring Blood Drive on Thursday in Spec Gym Foyer from 8:30-2:30. You can schedule via the QR codes posted in the hallways or come to the registration table in the lower commons from 11:15-1:30 today. Students who are 16 will need consent from a parent or guardian. Students may only donate during lunch, PE or free period and each donor will receive 25 spirit points.

STUDENTS:  Do you have any experience as a golf caddy? Please fill out this form to help us learn more about how we can connect you to college scholarships and/or career opportunities. If you have any questions reach out to Dr. McMahon and/or Ms. Adams in the CCRC.

GIRLS TRACK AND FIELD: Girls track and field season begins today at 3:30 in the field house. Any girl is welcome to join. Don't forget to register through the Athletic Dept website. For more information please contact Coach Regalado.

BLACK EXCELLENCE IS EVERYWHERE:  To celebrate Black excellence in our community, District 207's Black cultural clubs and career services is hosting their annual cultural career event, Black Excellence Is Everywhere on February 5th . This year the event will be all day at Maine West High School. All Black identifying students are welcome to attend. To register scan the QR code on the flyers around the school or visit the CCRC (room: B-101).

YEARBOOK:  If you purchased last year’s yearbook, you can pick up your spring supplement in the main office. The supplement includes all the best moments from the end of the year, spring sports, fine arts performances and more!

TUESDAY, JANUARY 20, 2026

NO SCHOOL - DAY OF NON-ATTENDANCE

MONDAY, JANUARY 19, 2026

MARTIN LUTHER KING, JR DAY - NO SCHOOL

FRIDAY, JANUARY 16, 2026

GIRLS SOCCER:  Do you like to play soccer? We have an informational meeting for girls soccer today at 3:30 in room A201. You're invited today to the meeting about open gym scrimmages and info regarding the beginning of the season. Soccer season is just around the corner.

STUDENTS:  Do you have any experience as a golf caddy? Please fill out this form to help us learn more about how we can connect you to college scholarships and/or career opportunities. If you have any questions reach out to Dr. McMahon and/or Ms. Adams in the CCRC.

KEY CLUB:  Key Club members, on Monday January 19th we will be volunteering for the 12 noon-2:00 session at Feed My Starving Children's Schaumburg location.  Please complete the google form I emailed. Please include the name and I.D number of any guest you wish to include.

GIRLS TRACK AND FIELD: Girls track and field season begins Wednesday, January 21st at 3:30 in the field house. Any girl is welcome to join. Don't forget to register through the Athletic Dept website. For more information please contact Coach Regalado.

BLACK EXCELLENCE IS EVERYWHERE:  To celebrate Black excellence in our community, District 207's Black cultural clubs and career services is hosting their annual cultural career event, Black Excellence Is Everywhere on February 5th . This year the event will be all day at Maine West High School. All Black identifying students are welcome to attend. To register scan the QR code on the flyers around the school or visit the CCRC (room: B-101).

YEARBOOK:  If you purchased last year’s yearbook, you can pick up your spring supplement in the main office. The supplement includes all the best moments from the end of the year, spring sports, fine arts performances and more!