THURSDAY, NOVEMBER 5, 2026

HOSA:  Calling all HOSA members. There will be a mandatory, members-only meeting today at 3:15  in Room A201. We will discuss preliminary information, recognize our MoneyDolly winner and share updates on the funds raised.

GIRLS GYMNASTICS:  Open gym for girls gymnastics will run from 3:45-5:00 in A-Wing Gym today. No experience is required and all athletes not currently in-season are welcome. Tryouts are Tuesday, November 10th from 3:30-5:45. Register on Snap. A current physical on file is required prior to tryouts - no exceptions. Please wear athletic clothing and contact Coach May with any questions.

NEWS FROM THE LIBRARY:  'The library clock chimed 13 times...' How does that story end? You tell us. Check out the digital signage screens in the library or hallway for this week’s writing prompts. Submit your 100-word story before Friday at 3:00 to win a gift card and school-wide bragging rights. Scan the QR code on any library screen to enter.

BOYS BASKETBALL:  Student-athletes interested in trying out for Boys Basketball this season tryouts begin on Monday, November 9th. You must be registered on Snap and have an updated physical to participate. For questions, please email Head Coach Dan Paxson.

BOOK CLUB:  Book club will meet Tuesday morning, November 10th at 7:45 in front of the Fireplace in the library. It's never too late to join.

ASL CLUB:  American Sign Language club will meet after school Tuesday, November 10th in the back of the library. It's never too late to join. If you have questions, see Ms. Coover-Thompson in the library.

SCHOOL BASED HEALTH CENTER:  The School Based Health Center's Youth Advisory board will be hosting a virtual only meeting on Wednesday, November 11th. The meeting will last from 3:30 to 4:15. Find the School Based Health Center social media page or the flyers hung around the hallways for further information.

PI SIGMA PI:  Pi Sigma Pi will have our next all-club meeting on Friday morning, November 13th at 7:45 in the Lower Commons. Don't miss important announcements about upcoming volunteer opportunities and events, plus games and prizes!

WEST'S GOT TALENT:  Tickets are now on sale for one of the most anticipated events of the year, West's Got Talent. Come experience the amazing array of talents at Maine West, including Mariachi, live bands, cultural dances, vocal acts and our very own Orchestra Pit. Performances are Thursday, November 12 and Friday, November 13 from 7 to 8:30 in the Maine West Auditorium. Tickets are $7 for students and $12 for adults and may be purchased online, bookstore or at the door. Follow mainewestdrama on Instagram and click the link in our profile to reserve your tickets before they're gone.

KEY CLUB:  Key Club members, we have a wonderful volunteer opportunity. Share a meal with veterans at the Veteran's Dinner on November 17th at 5:00 sharp at the Gen Center, 52 E. Northwest Highway in Des Plaines. A google sign up form has been shared.

TURKEY TROT:  Student Voice Council is sponsoring a turkey trot after school on Thursday, November 19. $10 for students, $15 for staff. Comes with a LONG-sleeve turkey trot shirt and a raffle ticket. Pay in the bookstore this week to choose your color shirt. Proceeds goes towards the Stocking Stuffer Project to provide hygiene products to community members in need.

WEDNESDAY, NOVEMBER 4, 2026

GIRLS GYMNASTICS:  Open gym for girls gymnastics will run from 3:45-5:00 in A-Wing Gym today and tomorrow. No experience is required and all athletes not currently in-season are welcome. Tryouts are Tuesday, November 10th from 3:30-5:45. Register on Snap. A current physical on file is required prior to tryouts - no exceptions. Please wear athletic clothing and contact Coach May with any questions.

SCHOOL BASED HEALTH CENTER:  The School Based Health Center's Youth Advisory board will be hosting a virtual only meeting on Wednesday, November 11th. The meeting will last from 3:30 to 4:15. Find the School Based Health Center social media page or the flyers hung around the hallways for further information.

KEY CLUB:  Key Club members, we have a wonderful volunteer opportunity. Share a meal with veterans at the Veteran's Dinner on November 17th at 5:00 sharp at the Gen Center, 52 E. Northwest Highway in Des Plaines. A google sign up form has been shared.

NEWS FROM THE LIBRARY:  Got 100 words in you? The library's Nano-Fiction Contest is officially live. Write a complete story in 100 words or fewer based on one of this week’s two prompts. Weekly winners get a mini squishy and will have their story featured on the library digital screens. The grand prize winner will be announced at the end of November and will win a Dunkin gift card and a Needoh. Check the digital displays in the library to scan the QR code and submit. Your first entry is due Friday at 3:00.

TURKEY TROT:  Student Voice Council is sponsoring a turkey trot after school on Thursday, November 19. $10 for students, $15 for staff. Comes with a LONG-sleeve turkey trot shirt and a raffle ticket. Pay in the bookstore this week to choose your color shirt. Proceeds goes towards the Stocking Stuffer Project to provide hygiene products to community members in need.

WEST'S GOT TALENT:  Tickets are now on sale for one of the most anticipated events of the year, West's Got Talent. Come experience the amazing array of talents at Maine West, including Mariachi, live bands, cultural dances, vocal acts and our very own Orchestra Pit. Performances are Thursday, November 12 and Friday, November 13 from 7 to 8:30 in the Maine West Auditorium. Tickets are $7 for students and $12 for adults and may be purchased online, bookstore or at the door. Follow mainewestdrama on Instagram and click the link in our profile to reserve your tickets before they're gone.

MONDAY, NOVEMBER 2, 2026

GIRLS GYMNASTICS:  Open gym for girls gymnastics will run from 3:45-5:00 in A-Wing Gym today, Wednesday and Thursday. No experience is required and all athletes not currently in-season are welcome. Tryouts are Tuesday, November 10th from 3:30-5:45. Register on Snap. A current physical on file is required prior to tryouts - no exceptions. Please wear athletic clothing and contact Coach May with any questions.

GIRLS BASKETBALL:  Girls basketball tryouts begin today at 3:30 in Spec Gym. All participants must be registered on Snap Manage and have an updated physical to try out. Reach out to Coach Tuttle with any questions.

SCHOOL BASED HEALTH CENTER:  The School Based Health Center's Youth Advisory board will be hosting a virtual only meeting on Wednesday, November 11th. The meeting will last from 3:30 to 4:15. Find the School Based Health Center social media page or the flyers hung around the hallways for further information.

WEST'S GOT TALENT:  Tickets are now on sale for one of the most anticipated events of the year, West's Got Talent. Come experience the amazing array of talents at Maine West, including Mariachi, live bands, cultural dances, vocal acts and our very own Orchestra Pit. Performances are Thursday, November 12 and Friday, November 13 from 7 to 8:30 in the Maine West Auditorium. Tickets are $7 for students and $12 for adults and may be purchased online, bookstore or at the door. Follow mainewestdrama on Instagram and click the link in our profile to reserve your tickets before they're gone.

FRIDAY, OCTOBER 30, 2026

BOYS SWIM AND DIVE:  The boys swim and dive pre-season meeting is today at 3:00 in the pool. Please register on Snap Manage on the Maine West Athletic Home Page.

GIRLS GYMNASTICS:  Open gym for girls gymnastics will run from 3:45-5:00 in A-Wing Gym today. No experience is required and all athletes not currently in-season are welcome. Tryouts are Tuesday, November 10th from 3:30-5:45. Register on Snap. A current physical on file is required prior to tryouts - no exceptions. Please wear athletic clothing and contact Coach May with any questions.

GIRLS BASKETBALL:  Girls basketball tryouts begin on Monday at 3:30 in Spec Gym. All participants must be registered on Snap Manage and have an updated physical to try out. Reach out to Coach Tuttle with any questions.

SCHOOL BASED HEALTH CENTER:  The School Based Health Center's Youth Advisory board will be hosting a virtual only meeting on Wednesday, November 11th. The meeting will last from 3:30 to 4:15. Find the School Based Health Center social media page or the flyers hung around the hallways for further information.

WEST'S GOT TALENT:  Tickets are now on sale for one of the most anticipated events of the year, West's Got Talent. Come experience the amazing array of talents at Maine West, including Mariachi, live bands, cultural dances, vocal acts and our very own Orchestra Pit. Performances are Thursday, November 12 and Friday, November 13 from 7 to 8:30 in the Maine West Auditorium. Tickets are $7 for students and $12 for adults and may be purchased online, bookstore or at the door. Follow mainewestdrama on Instagram and click the link in our profile to reserve your tickets before they're gone.

THURSDAY, OCTOBER 29, 2026

GIRLS BASKETBALL:  Girls basketball will have open gym today from 3:40-4:40 in the fieldhouse.  Anyone interested in trying out for girls basketball on November 2 is welcome.

BASEBALL:  Are you interested  in playing baseball in the spring? There will be an informative meeting today at 3:00 in D105. If you have any questions, please email Coach Randazzo.

WEST WORDS LITERARY MAGAZINE:  Calling all artists, poets, writers, and editors, we need you as we create the Maine West Literary Magazine West Words. Join us today at 3:30 in room A108 to find out how you can submit work, help us find creators, and become a critical part of the team that will create the finest collection of art and writing this side of the Des Plaines river.

BOYS SWIM AND DIVE:  The boys swim and dive pre-season meeting is Friday at 3:00 in the pool. Please register on Snap Manage on the Maine West Athletic Home Page.

GIRLS GYMNASTICS:  Open gyms for girls gymnastics will run from 3:45-5:00 in A-Wing Gym today and tomorrow. No experience is required and all athletes not currently in-season are welcome. Tryouts are Tuesday, November 10th from 3:30-5:45. Register on Snap. A current physical on file is required prior to tryouts - no exceptions. Please wear athletic clothing and contact Coach May with any questions.

BADMINTON:  There is a badminton open gym Friday morning in Spec from 6:30-7:30.  Students and staff are welcome to play.  Racquets are provided.

WEST'S GOT TALENT:  Tickets are now on sale for one of the most anticipated events of the year, West's Got Talent. Come experience the amazing array of talents at Maine West, including Mariachi, live bands, cultural dances, vocal acts and our very own Orchestra Pit. Performances are Thursday, November 12 and Friday, November 13 from 7 to 8:30 in the Maine West Auditorium. Tickets are $7 for students and $12 for adults and may be purchased online, bookstore or at the door. Follow mainewestdrama on Instagram and click the link in our profile to reserve your tickets before they're gone.

WEDNESDAY, OCTOBER 28, 2026

WOMEN'S EMPOWERMENT CLUB:  The Women's Empowerment Club will be meeting tomorrow morning in the CCRC at 8:00. Reach out to Ms. Hart or Ms. Nelson for more details.

WMTH:  WMTH is hosting a horror film festival during all lunch periods today in R209.  Bring your lunch and enjoy spooky movies and free treats from La Esperanza Bakery.

GIRLS BASKETBALL:  Girls basketball will have open gym on Thursday from 3:40-4:40 in the fieldhouse.  Anyone interested in trying out for girls basketball on November 2 is welcome.

BASEBALL:  Are you interested  in playing baseball in the spring? There will be an informative meeting on Thursday at 3:00 in D105. If you have any questions, please email Coach Randazzo.

WEST WORDS LITERARY MAGAZINE:  Calling all artists, poets, writers, and editors, we need you as we create the Maine West Literary Magazine West Words. Join us on Thursday at 3:30 in room A108 to find out how you can submit work, help us find creators, and become a critical part of the team that will create the finest collection of art and writing this side of the Des Plaines river.

BOYS SWIM AND DIVE:  The boys swim and dive pre-season meeting is Friday at 3:00 in the pool. Please register on Snap Manage on the Maine West Athletic Home Page.

GIRLS GYMNASTICS:  Open gyms for girls gymnastics will run from 3:45-5:00 in A-Wing Gym on Wednesday, Thursday and Friday. No experience is required and all athletes not currently in-season are welcome. Tryouts are Tuesday, November 10th from 3:30-5:45. Register on Snap. A current physical on file is required prior to tryouts - no exceptions. Please wear athletic clothing and contact Coach May with any questions.

BADMINTON:  There is a badminton open gym Friday morning in Spec from 6:30-7:30.  Students and staff are welcome to play.  Racquets are provided.

WEST'S GOT TALENT:  Tickets are now on sale for one of the most anticipated events of the year, West's Got Talent. Come experience the amazing array of talents at Maine West, including Mariachi, live bands, cultural dances, vocal acts and our very own Orchestra Pit. Performances are Thursday, November 12 and Friday, November 13 from 7 to 8:30 in the Maine West Auditorium. Tickets are $7 for students and $12 for adults and may be purchased online, bookstore or at the door. Follow mainewestdrama on Instagram and click the link in our profile to reserve your tickets before they're gone.

TUESDAY, OCTOBER 27, 2026

NEWS FROM THE CCRC:  Are you interested in becoming a barber? The CCRC will be hosting a barber career guest speaker today during C-lunch. If students are interested, they can pick up a pass from the CCRC to be excused from class.

BOYS BASKETBALL:  For all student athletes interested in trying out for Boys Basketball this season, there is an informational meeting today in Room A201 from 3:15 - 4:00. For questions, please email Head Coach Dan Paxson.

WMTH:  WMTH is hosting a horror film festival during all lunch periods on Wednesday in R209.  Bring your lunch and enjoy spooky movies and free treats from La Esperanza Bakery.

GIRLS BASKETBALL:  Girls basketball will have open gym on Thursday from 3:40-4:40 in the fieldhouse.  Anyone interested in trying out for girls basketball on November 2 is welcome.

BASEBALL:  Are you interested  in playing baseball in the spring? There will be an informative meeting on Thursday at 3:00 in D105. If you have any questions, please email Coach Randazzo.

WEST WORDS LITERARY MAGAZINE:  Calling all artists, poets, writers, and editors, we need you as we create the Maine West Literary Magazine West Words. Join us on Thursday at 3:30 in room A108 to find out how you can submit work, help us find creators, and become a critical part of the team that will create the finest collection of art and writing this side of the Des Plaines river.

BOYS SWIM AND DIVE:  The boys swim and dive pre-season meeting is Friday at 3:00 in the pool. Please register on Snap Manage on the Maine West Athletic Home Page.

GIRLS GYMNASTICS:  Open gyms for girls gymnastics will run from 3:45-5:00 in A-Wing Gym on Wednesday, Thursday and Friday. No experience is required and all athletes not currently in-season are welcome. Tryouts are Tuesday, November 10th from 3:30-5:45. Register on Snap. A current physical on file is required prior to tryouts - no exceptions. Please wear athletic clothing and contact Coach May with any questions.

BADMINTON:  There is a badminton open gym Friday morning in Spec from 6:30-7:30.  Students and staff are welcome to play.  Racquets are provided.

WEST'S GOT TALENT:  Tickets are now on sale for one of the most anticipated events of the year, West's Got Talent. Come experience the amazing array of talents at Maine West, including Mariachi, live bands, cultural dances, vocal acts and our very own Orchestra Pit. Performances are Thursday, November 12 and Friday, November 13 from 7 to 8:30 in the Maine West Auditorium. Tickets are $7 for students and $12 for adults and may be purchased online, bookstore or at the door. Follow mainewestdrama on Instagram and click the link in our profile to reserve your tickets before they're gone.