MONDAY, DECEMBER 2, 2024

WOMEN'S EMPOWERMENT:  The Women's Empowerment Club will meet tomorrow in the CCRC (Room: B-101) before school at 8am. We will welcome our new members and discuss exciting upcoming events.

PI SIGMA PI: Pi Sigma Pi will have an important all-club meeting on Friday, December 6th at 7:45 in the Lower Commons. Come learn about the 3MM stress-reducing mindfulness exercise from the School Based Health Center. Also, remember to pay for your club T-shirt in the Bookstore ASAP. See Ms. Littlefield Lanham with questions

DRAMA CLUB:  Our next Drama Club meeting will be held on Wednesday, December 4 in A206. We will chat about important information regarding our upcoming trip to Theatrefest.  There will be games and candy.

TOYS FOR TOTS:  Balkan Club is collecting toys for Toys For Tots. The collection bin is in front of the Visual Art Wing at the end of C120. Please bring new and unwrapped toys to help families in need who can't afford gifts this season. The drive is from December 2nd through the 13th.

CHILDREN'S BOOK DRIVE:  Maine West’s chapter of National English Honor Society will be having a Holiday Children’s Book Drive to support local children. The book drive will take place from Monday, December 9th through Wednesday, December 18th. Please donate gently used books for children ages 3-10. Your English classes will have a box where you can bring your donated books. If you have any questions, please contact Mrs. Marshall. Thank you in advance for supporting a great cause

BAKE SALE: Maine West’s chapter of National English Honor Society will be hosting a bake sale this Friday, December 6th during 5th period lunches. We will have many different delicious desserts all for $2.00. Only cash will be accepted.

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

TUESDAY, NOVEMBER 26, 2024

Congratulations to the Speech Team who had a great showing at the Turkey Tournament at Conant High School on Saturday.

Elisha Joseph placed 1st in Informative and Poetry
Tristan Okurowski placed 1st in Prose and 5th in radio
Elsa Murillo placed 2nd in Poetry
Lianna Ritti and Ashling Blau placed 5th in Humorous Duet Acting, and
Tochi Ezeocha (pronounced Ay-ZAH-cha) placed 6th in radio

Congratulations team on your achievement and a great start to the season!

COOKIES AND KINDNESS=THE SPIRIT OF GIVING: Come to E105 today during your lunch. Grab a COOKIE and spread some cheer. Make a festive holiday card and/or write a thoughtful note to our active military and veterans.

PI SIGMA PI: Pi Sigma Pi will have an important all-club meeting on Friday, December 6th at 7:45 in the Lower Commons. Come learn about the 3MM stress-reducing mindfulness exercise from the School Based Health Center. Also, remember to pay for your club T-shirt in the Bookstore ASAP. See Ms. Littlefield Lanham with questions

DRAMA CLUB:  Our next Drama Club meeting will be held on Wednesday, December 4 in A206. We will chat about important information regarding our upcoming trip to Theatrefest.  There will be games and candy.

BALKAN CLUB:  Balkan Club is collecting toys for Toys For Tots. The collection bin is at the end of C120 outside the art rooms. Please bring new and unwrapped toys to help families in need who can't afford gifts this season. Balkan club is looking for any type of toy for all ages and is collecting from December 2nd to the 13th.

MONDAY, NOVEMBER 25, 2024

COOKIES AND KINDNESS=THE SPIRIT OF GIVING: Today and tomorrow come to E105 during your lunch. Grab a COOKIE and spread some cheer!. Make a festive Holiday card. AND/OR write a thoughtful note to our active military & veterans.

PI SIGMA PI: Pi Sigma Pi will have an important All-Club Meeting on Friday, December 6th at 7:45 a.m. in the Lower Commons. Come learn about the 3MM stress-reducing mindfulness exercise from the School Based Health Center. Also, remember to pay for your club T-shirt in the Bookstore ASAP.  See Ms. Littlefield Lanham with questions

BOYS SWIM AND DIVE: The first day of practice for Boys Swim and Dive is today November 25 in the pool. No experience is necessary.

FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 22, 2024

SPEECH TEAM: The Speech Team continues their season tomorrow with the "Turkey Tourney" at Conant High School. Students will be competing in a variety of events, including Dramatic Interpretation, Prose, and Humorous Duet Acting to name a few. Good luck team at the Turkey Tourney and we wish you much success!  

COOKIES AND KINDNESS=THE SPIRIT OF GIVING: Monday & Tuesday come to E105 during your lunch. Grab a COOKIE and spread some cheer!. Make a festive Holiday card. AND/OR write a thoughtful note to our active military & veterans.

POLISH CLUB: Polish Club will be celebrating Andrzejki after school today at 3:00, in their new location C206.

PI SIGMA PI:  Current members of Pi Sigma Pi can order and pay for their club t-shirts in the bookstore, now through the first week of December. Shirts cost $15.00. See Ms. Littlefield Lanham with questions.

BOYS SWIM AND DIVE:  The first day of practice for Boys Swim and Dive is Monday November 25 in the pool. No experience is necessary.

THURSDAY, NOVEMBER 21, 2024

NEWS FROM STUDENT & FAMILY SERVICES:  Student and Family Services is hosting a lunch and learn today during all lunch periods in E107 about Coping with Change and Uncertainty. Bring your lunch and a friend and learn some useful skills.

PI SIGMA PI:  Current members of Pi Sigma Pi can order and pay for their club t-shirts in the bookstore, now through the first week of December. Shirts cost $15.00. See Ms. Littlefield Lanham with questions.

BOYS SWIM AND DIVE:  The first day of practice for Boys Swim and Dive is Monday November 25 in the pool. No experience is necessary.

WEDNESDAY, NOVEMBER 20, 2024

LITTLE MERMAID MUSICAL AUDITION:  Auditions for this year's musical, "The Little Mermaid" will be held today from 3:30 to 6:30 in the Choir Room (R207). No experience? No worries! Most students in our program have little to no experience prior to high school; so you're in good company. If you missed the informational meeting, email Mr. Harmon at Dharmon@maine207.org and he will connect you with the Google Classroom.

NEWS FROM STUDENT & FAMILY SERVICES:  Student and Family Services is hosting a lunch and learn Thursday during all lunch periods in E107 about Coping with Change and Uncertainty. Bring your lunch and a friend and learn some useful skills.

IRISH CLUB:  Irish Club is having their first meeting today from 3:00-3:45 in the Warrior Resource Center, B225.

FASHION AND COSMETOLOGY CLUB:  Fashion and Cosmetology Club will meet today after school in C108 for another makeup challenge. We will be competing to see who can create the best makeup look on a partner all while blindfolded. Remember to bring your own makeup and brushes.

PI SIGMA PI:  Current members of Pi Sigma Pi can order and pay for their club t-shirts in the bookstore, now through the first week of December. Shirts cost $15.00. See Ms. Littlefield Lanham with questions.

BOYS SWIM AND DIVE:  The first day of practice for Boys Swim and Dive is Monday November 25th in the pool. No experience is necessary.

TUESDAY, NOVEMBER 19, 2024

Congratulations to the Speech Team who had a good showing at the Speechapalooza tournament. Elisha Joseph placed 1st in Informative Speaking and 2nd in Poetry. Tristan Okurowski won first place in both of his events, Radio and Prose. Congratulations team to a great start to the season.
We wish you continued success!

MUSIC APPRECIATION SOCIETY:  The Music Appreciation Society will meet today in the Library. Come listen to some tunes through a pair of speakers with the volume up with friends, the way it was meant to be.

LITTLE MERMAID MUSICAL AUDITION:  Auditions for this year's musical, "The Little Mermaid" will be held Wednesday from 3:30 to 6:30 in the Choir Room (R207). No experience? No worries! Most students in our program have little to no experience prior to high school; so you're in good company. If you missed the informational meeting, email Mr. Harmon at Dharmon@maine207.org and he will connect you with the Google Classroom.

NEWS FROM STUDENT & FAMILY SERVICES:  Student and Family Services is hosting a lunch and learn Thursday during all lunch periods in E107 about Coping with Change and Uncertainty. Bring your lunch and a friend and learn some useful skills.

IRISH CLUB:  Irish Club is having their first meeting on Wednesday from 3:00-3:45 in the Warrior Resource Center, B225.

FASHION AND COSMETOLOGY CLUB:  Fashion and Cosmetology Club will meet Wednesday after school in C108 for another makeup challenge. We will be competing to see who can create the best makeup look on a partner all while blindfolded. Remember to bring your own makeup and brushes.

WINTER GUARD:  The Maine West Winter Guard is hosting audition clinics today from 6:30 - 8:30 in Spec Gym. No experience required. Bring a friend and learn new skills.

PI SIGMA PI:  Current members of Pi Sigma Pi can order and pay for their club t-shirts in the bookstore, now through the first week of December. Shirts cost $15.00. See Ms. Littlefield Lanham with questions.

BOYS SWIM AND DIVE:  The first day of practice for Boys Swim and Dive is Monday November 25th in the pool. No experience is necessary.

MONDAY, NOVEMBER 18, 2024

SENIOR PORTRAITS:  Please remember to schedule your senior portrait. The final days for Senior Portraits are Monday through Wednesday from 11:00 am-7:00 pm in E107. Appointments are highly recommended. Please reach out to Mr. Comerford or Mr. Swistak if you have any questions.

LITTLE MERMAID AUDITIONS: An informational meeting for this year's musical, "The Little Mermaid" will be held tonight from 3:30 to 6:00 in the Choir Room (R207). No experience? No worries. Most students in our program have little to no experience prior to high school; so you're in good company. We will teach you the audition songs and go step by step through the dance. Feel free to email Mr. Harmon at Dharmon@maine207.org for more information.

WINTER GUARD:  The Maine West Winter Guard is hosting audition clinics today and tomorrow from 6:30 - 8:30. Monday in the lower commons, Tuesday in Spec Gym. It is recommended that you attend both, but only one is needed to join the team. No experience required. Bring a friend and learn new skills.

PI SIGMA PI:  Current members of Pi Sigma Pi can order and pay for their club t-shirts in the bookstore, now through the first week of December. Shirts cost $15.00. See Ms. Littlefield Lanham with questions.

BOYS SWIM AND DIVE:  The first day of practice for Boys Swim and Dive is Monday November 25th in the pool. No experience is necessary.

FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 15, 2024

NEWS FROM CCRC:  In the CCRC today during all lunch periods, Ms. Nelson is having a Career Experience Workshop for Juniors and Seniors. Students will learn about a variety of career exploration opportunities. Stop by during your lunch period to attend.

SENIOR PORTRAITS:  Please remember to schedule your senior portrait. The final days for Senior Portraits are November 15, 18, 19, and 20 from 11:00 am-7:00 pm in E107. Appointments are highly recommended. Please reach out to Mr. Comerford or Mr. Swistak if you have any questions.

WINTER GUARD:  The Maine West Winter Guard is hosting audition clinics next week Monday, November 18th and Tuesday, November 19th from 6:30 - 8:30. Monday will be held in the lower commons and Tuesday will be held in the Spec Gym. It is recommended that you attend both, but only one is needed to join the team. No experience required. Bring a friend and learn new skills.

BOYS SWIM AND DIVE:  The first day of practice for Boys Swim and Dive is Monday November 25th in the pool. No experience is necessary.

SPEECH TEAM:  The Speech Team kicks off their tournament season tomorrow with Speechapalooza at Prospect High School. Students will compete in a variety of event categories, including poetry, radio, humorous duet acting and prose to name a few. Best of luck team at Speechapalooza and have a wonderful season.

FEEDBACK FRIDAYS:  Today the Principal's Leadership Team will be soliciting feedback from students on ways you think your school experience can be improved. THE PLT members will have orange cards with a QR code. Scan the QR code to complete a Google Form. Feedback Fridays will happen once a month.

THURSDAY, NOVEMBER 14, 2024

THRIFT CLUB:  Thrift club will meet today after school in the library.

SENIOR PORTRAITS:  Please remember to schedule your senior portrait. The final days for Senior Portraits will be November 15, 18, 19, and 20 from 11:00 am-7:00 pm in E107. Appointments are highly recommended. Please reach out to Mr. Comerford or Mr. Swistak if you have any questions.

TURKEY TROT: W.A.P.A. is sponsoring a Turkey today from 3:30 - 5:00 pm in the Spec Foyer. Running, trotting and walking are welcomed. This event is open to anyone interested. We are asking for a $10 donation or $3 and 5 canned food items to be donated. All proceeds will be donated to The Des Plaines Self Help Closet and Food Pantry.

WEST'S GOT TALENT:  Maine West's annual talent show, "West's Got Talent" starts today. One of the most anticipated events of the year, "West's Got Talent" features everything from magic tricks to original song writing, Flamenco dancing and more. Tickets are available online and at the door; $7 for students, and $10 for adults. Performances run Thursday and Friday from 7 to 8:30 in the Maine West Auditorium.

WINTER GUARD:  The Maine West Winter Guard is hosting audition clinics next week Monday, November 18th and Tuesday, November 19th from 6:30 - 8:30. Monday will be held in the lower commons and Tuesday will be held in the Spec Gym. It is recommended that you attend both, but only one is needed to join the team. No experience required. Bring a friend and learn new skills.

BOYS SWIM AND DIVE:  The first day of practice for Boys Swim and Dive is Monday November 25th in the pool. No experience is necessary.

WEDNESDAY, NOVEMBER 13, 2024

NEWS FROM THE CCRC:  In the CCRC today during all lunch periods, Ms. Nelson is having a Career Exploration Workshop for Freshmen and Sophomores. Students will learn about all the different career exploration resources available to them. Stop by during your lunch period to attend.

SENIOR PORTRAITS:  Please remember to schedule your senior portrait. The final days for Senior Portraits will be November 15, 18, 19, and 20 from 11:00 am-7:00 pm in E107. Appointments are highly recommended. Please reach out to Mr. Comerford or Mr. Swistak if you have any questions.

TURKEY TROT: W.A.P.A. is sponsoring a Turkey Trot tomorrow from 3:30 - 5:00 pm in the Spec Foyer. Running, trotting and walking are welcomed. This event is open to anyone interested. We are asking for a $10 donation or $3 and 5 canned food items to be donated. All proceeds will be donated to The Des Plaines Self Help Closet and Food Pantry.

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 original song writing, Flamenco dancing and more. Tickets are available online and at the door; $7 for students, and $10 for adults. Performances run Thursday and Friday from 7 to 8:30 in the Maine West Auditorium.

WINTER GUARD:  The Maine West Winter Guard is hosting audition clinics next week Monday, November 18th and Tuesday, November 19th from 6:30 - 8:30. Monday will be held in the lower commons and Tuesday will be held in the Spec Gym. It is recommended that you attend both, but only one is needed to join the team. No experience required. Bring a friend and learn new skills.

BOYS SWIM AND DIVE:  The first day of practice for Boys Swim and Dive is Monday November 25th in the pool. No experience is necessary.

TUESDAY, NOVEMBER 12, 2024

SENIOR PORTRAITS:  Please remember to schedule your senior portrait. The final days for Senior Portraits will be November 15, 18, 19, and 20 from 11:00 am-7:00 pm in E107. Appointments are highly recommended. Please reach out to Mr. Comerford or Mr. Swistak if you have any questions.

GIRLS GYMNASTICS:  Tryouts for girls gymnastics are today from 3:45-5:45 in A-wing gym. Make sure you register on Snap Manage prior to tryouts and have a current physical on file. If you have any questions, please email Coach May.

PI SIGMA PI:  Pi Sigma Pi will hold an executive committee meeting on Wednesday in C204. Please see Google Classroom for meeting details. Any club member can attend.

TURKEY TROT: W.A.P.A. is sponsoring a Turkey Trot on Thursday from 3:30 pm - 5:00 pm in the Spec Foyer. Running, trotting and walking are welcomed. This event is open to anyone interested. We are asking for a $10 donation or $3 and 5 canned food items to be donated. All proceeds will be donated to The Des Plaines Self Help Closet and Food Pantry.

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 original song writing, Flamenco dancing and more. Tickets are available online and at the door; $7 for students, and $10 for adults. Performances run Thursday, November 14 and Friday, November 15 from 7 to 8:30 in the Maine West Auditorium.

BOYS SWIM AND DIVE:  The first day of practice for Boys Swim and Dive is Monday November 25th in the pool. No experience is necessary.

MONDAY, NOVEMBER 11, 2024

WOMEN'S EMPOWERMENT CLUB:  The Women's Empowerment Club will meet tomorrow in the CCRC before school at 8 am. We will be celebrating World Kindness Month by creating encouraging notes to spread positivity. Also, there will be snacks.

GIRLS GYMNASTICS:  Tryouts for girls gymnastics will be on Tuesday from 3:45-5:45 in A-wing gym. Make sure you register on Snap Manage prior to tryouts and have a current physical on file. If you have any questions, please email Coach May.

PI SIGMA PI:  Pi Sigma Pi will hold an executive committee meeting on Wednesday in C204. Please see Google Classroom for meeting details. Any club member can attend.

TURKEY TROT: W.A.P.A. is sponsoring a Turkey Trot on Thursday, November 14th from 3:30 pm - 5:00 pm in the Spec Foyer. Running, trotting and walking are welcomed. This event is open to anyone interested. We are asking for a $10 donation or $3 and 5 canned food items to be donated. All proceeds will be donated to The Des Plaines Self Help Closet and Food Pantry.

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 original song writing, Flamenco dancing and more. Tickets are available online and at the door; $7 for students, and $10 for adults. Performances run Thursday, November 14 and Friday, November 15 from 7 to 8:30 in the Maine West Auditorium.

FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 8

ANNUAL SCIENCE DAY:  Do you have a younger sibling or a school-age child that you watch on the weekend and need something to do together that's free and not outside in the cold? If so, please come to the 6th annual Maine West Science Day. It takes place tomorrow from 10-2. Please come and do some creepy-crawly stuff with the Science National Honor Society.

TURKEY TROT: W.A.P.A. is sponsoring a Turkey Trot on Thursday, November 14th from 3:30 pm - 5:00 pm in the Spec Foyer. Running, trotting and walking are welcomed. This event is open to anyone interested. We are asking for a $10 donation or $3 and 5 canned food items to be donated. All proceeds will be donated to The Des Plaines Self Help Closet and Food Pantry.

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 original song writing, Flamenco dancing and more. Tickets are available online and at the door; $7 for students, and $10 for adults. Performances run Thursday, November 14 and Friday, November 15 from 7 to 8:30 in the Maine West Auditorium.

THURSDAY, NOVEMBER 7, 2024

VIDEO GAME CLUB:  The Video Game club will meet today at 3 in the library. Come on out to kart, smash, party or dance. See you at 3 in the library today.

TURKEY TROT: W.A.P.A. is sponsoring a Turkey Trot on Thursday, November 14th from 3:30 pm - 5:00 pm in the Spec Foyer. Running, trotting and walking are welcomed. This event is open to anyone interested. We are asking for a $10 donation or $3 and 5 canned food items to be donated. All proceeds will be donated to The Des Plaines Self Help Closet and Food Pantry.

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 original song writing, Flamenco dancing and more. Tickets are available online and at the door; $7 for students, and $10 for adults. Performances run Thursday, November 14 and Friday, November 15 from 7 to 8:30 in the Maine West Auditorium.

WEDNESDAY, NOVEMBER 6, 2024

TURKEY TROT: W.A.P.A. is sponsoring a Turkey Trot on Thursday, November 14th from 3:30 pm - 5:00 pm in the Spec Foyer. Running, trotting and walking are welcomed. This event is open to anyone interested. We are asking for a $10 donation or $3 and 5 canned food items to be donated. All proceeds will be donated to The Des Plaines Self Help Closet and Food Pantry.

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 original song writing, Flamenco dancing and more. Tickets are available online and at the door; $7 for students, and $10 for adults. Performances run Thursday, November 14 and Friday, November 15 from 7 to 8:30 in the Maine West Auditorium.

TUESDAY, NOVEMBER 5, 2024

 

NO SCHOOL

MONDAY, NOVEMBER 4, 2024

GIRLS BASKETBALL: Girls Basketball tryouts begin today at 3:40 in Spec Gym. You must be registered on Snap Manage and have an updated physical to try out. Please contact Coach Kuzmanic with any questions.

MUSIC APPRECIATION SOCIETY:  Music Appreciation Society meets after school today in the library.

TURKEY TROT: W.A.P.A. is sponsoring a Turkey Trot on Thursday, November 14th from 3:30 pm - 5:00 pm in the Spec Foyer. Running, trotting and walking are welcomed. This event is open to anyone interested. We are asking for a $10 donation or $3 and 5 canned food items to be donated. All proceeds will be donated to The Des Plaines Self Help Closet and Food Pantry.

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 original song writing, Flamenco dancing and more. Tickets are available online and at the door; $7 for students, and $10 for adults. Performances run Thursday, November 14 and Friday, November 15 from 7 to 8:30 in the Maine West Auditorium.

FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 1, 2024

PLAYOFF FOOTBALL: Your Warrior Football Team is back in the playoffs!  Tonight.  Gates open at 5:00 and kickoff is at 6:30.  Buy your tickets on GoFan for $7.  ACTIVITY PASSES WILL NOT BE ALLOWED.  Find the QR Code to purchase tickets or pay cash at the game.  Avoid the lines and use GoFan!  

WEST SIDE: Join West Side by dressing up for Warrior-Ween tomorrow.  Friday's home football game will have a costume and blue and gold theme. Wear an appropriate costume, no masks or come decked out in blue and gold spirit. Varsity kicks off at 6:30. There will be fun prizes and games.

MU ALPHA THETA: Today is the last day to pay to join the Mu Alpha Theta math honor society.  New members need to pay $10 and seniors that want honor cords need to pay $6 in the bookstore.  See Mrs. Stutheit in B209 with any questions.

GIRLS BASKETBALL: Girls Basketball tryouts begin on Monday, November 4 at 3:40 in Spec Gym. You must be registered on Snap Manage and have an updated physical to try out. Please contact Coach Kuzmanic with any questions.

CCRC: 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 at Maine South High School. This awesome event will be held on Saturday from 9-12:30. All female identifying students are welcome. 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.

TURKEY TROT: W.A.P.A. is sponsoring a Turkey Trot on Thursday, November 14th from 3:30 pm - 5:00 pm in the Spec Foyer. Running, trotting and walking are welcomed. This event is open to anyone interested. We are asking for a $10 donation or $3 and 5 canned food items to be donated. All proceeds will be donated to The Des Plaines Self Help Closet and Food Pantry.