TUESDAY, APRIL 1, 2025

MAINE WEST UNPLUGGED:  Maine West Unplugged will meet after school today in the library. Bring your acoustic instrument and come play with us.

BLOOD DRIVE:  Please join the Spring blood drive on Thursday in the Spec Gym Foyer from 8:30-2:15. You can schedule through the QR codes posted in the hallways or come to the registration table outside of the CRCC from 11-1:30 today or tomorrow. Students who are 17 or 18 years old can give, and students who are 16 will need consent from a parent or guardian. Students must donate during lunch, PE, or a free period.  Each donor will receive 25 spirit points and a free T Shirt.

WOMEN'S EMPOWERMENT CLUB:  The Women's Empowerment Club will be hosting a self defense class for all female and nonbinary identifying students on April 8 from 4:00-5:30. If you would like to sign up, scan the QR Code on the flyer or ask Ms. Hart or Ms. Nelson for more details.

THRIFT CLUB: The MW Thrift Club is now accepting clothing donations for our spring cleaning fundraiser on Thursday and Friday, April 15 and 16 in E105. Please donate your clean t-shirts, sweatshirts, pants, slacks, shorts, tank tops or hoodies. There is a large green donation bin located at the bus concourse and at the front entrance. Please contact Mr. Greenberg if you have any questions.

SENIORS: It's time to purchase your Great America Trip tickets for this year's Grad Nite on Saturday, May 10. Ticket sales start today and run through April 21. Please sign up and pay in the bookstore. The cost is $95.00.

SENIORS:  Seniors, in addition to our six flags trip, tickets for your "When in Rome" themed Senior Prom 2025 are now on sale. Senior prom is on Friday, May 16. Tickets are $65.00 and sales will run until Friday, May 9th - don't wait. Get excited for yet another fun night to celebrate with your senior class

IMPROV NIGHT: Don't miss the last 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 Wednesday, April 2nd in R207 (the Choir Rm.) at 6 pm. Admission is $3 for students, $5 for adults and concessions are $2 each. All proceeds benefit the Drama Club.

STUDENTS:  State testing got you stressed? Paws and Relax! Border Tails Rescue and NHS invite you to scurry on down to E105 during your lunch period on Tuesday, April 8th to pet and cuddle some adorable puppies.

MONDAY, MARCH 31, 2025

WOMEN'S EMPOWERMENT CLUB:  The Women's Empowerment Club will be hosting a self defense class for all female and nonbinary identifying students on April 8 from 4:00-5:30. If you would like to sign up, scan the QR Code on the flyer or ask Ms. Hart or Ms. Nelson for more details.

THRIFT CLUB: The MW Thrift Club is now accepting clothing donations for our spring cleaning fundraiser on Thursday and Friday, April 15 and 16 in E105. Please donate your clean t-shirts, sweatshirts, pants, slacks, shorts, tank tops or hoodies. There is a large green donation bin located at the bus concourse and at the front entrance. Please contact Mr. Greenberg if you have any questions.

SENIORS: It's time to purchase your Great America Trip tickets for this year's Grad Nite on Saturday, May 10. Ticket sales start today and run through April 21. Please sign up and pay in the bookstore. The cost is $95.00.

IMPROV NIGHT: Don't miss the last 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 Wednesday, April 2nd in R207 (the Choir Rm.) at 6 pm. Admission is $3 for students, $5 for adults and concessions are $2 each. All proceeds benefit the Drama Club.

STUDENTS:  State testing got you stressed? Paws and Relax! Border Tails Rescue and NHS invite you to scurry on down to E105 during your lunch period on Tuesday, April 8th to pet and cuddle some adorable puppies.

FRIDAY, MARCH 21, 2025

THRIFT CLUB: The MW Thrift Club is now accepting clothing donations for our spring cleaning fundraiser on Thursday and Friday, April 15 and 16 in E105. Please donate your clean t-shirts, sweatshirts, pants, slacks, shorts, tank tops or hoodies. There is a large green donation bin located at the bus concourse and at the front entrance. Please contact Mr. Greenberg if you have any questions.

SENIORS: It's time to purchase your Great America Trip tickets for this year's Grad Nite on Saturday, May 10. Ticket sales start today and run through April 21. Please sign up and pay in the bookstore. The cost is $95.00.

IMPROV NIGHT: Don't miss the last 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 Wednesday, April 2nd in R207 (the Choir Rm.) at 6 pm. Admission is $3 for students, $5 for adults and concessions are $2 each. All proceeds benefit the Drama Club.

THURSDAY, MARCH 20, 2025

THRIFT CLUB: The MW Thrift Club is now accepting clothing donations for our spring cleaning fundraiser on Thursday and Friday, April 15 and 16 in E105. Please donate your clean t-shirts, sweatshirts, pants, slacks, shorts, tank tops or hoodies. There is a large green donation bin located at the bus concourse and at the front entrance. Please contact Mr. Greenberg if you have any questions.

SENIORS: It's time to purchase your Great America Trip tickets for this year's Grad Nite on Saturday, May 10. Ticket sales start today and run through April 21. Please sign up and pay in the bookstore. The cost is $95.00.

IMPROV NIGHT: Don't miss the last 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 Wednesday, April 2nd in R207 (the Choir Rm.) at 6 pm. Admission is $3 for students, $5 for adults and concessions are $2 each. All proceeds benefit the Drama Club.

WEDNESDAY, MARCH 19, 2025

THRIFT CLUB: The MW Thrift Club is now accepting clothing donations for our spring cleaning fundraiser on Thursday and Friday, April 15 and 16 in E105. Please donate your clean t-shirts, sweatshirts, pants, slacks, shorts, tank tops or hoodies. There is a large green donation bin located at the bus concourse and at the front entrance. Please contact Mr. Greenberg if you have any questions.

SENIORS: It's time to purchase your Great America Trip tickets for this year's Grad Nite on Saturday, May 10. Ticket sales start today and run through April 21. Please sign up and pay in the bookstore. The cost is $95.00.

KEY CLUB: Hey Key Club members, Maine South's Key Club has invited us to volunteer with them on tonight at Feed My Starving Children in Schaumburg. The session begins at 4:45 pm. Please email Mrs. Garrity-Rodinos as soon as possible if you are interested in going.

IMPROV NIGHT: Don't miss the last 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 Wednesday, April 2nd in R207 (the Choir Rm.) at 6 pm. Admission is $3 for students, $5 for adults and concessions are $2 each. All proceeds benefit the Drama Club.

TUESDAY, MARCH 18, 2025

DRAMA CLUB:  Drama Club is hosting a bake sale during all lunch periods today in the commons. Come support our efforts by purchasing a sweet snack for $2.00.

THRIFT CLUB:  The MW Thrift Club is now accepting clothing donations for our spring cleaning fundraiser on Thursday and Friday, April 15 and 16 in E105. Please donate your clean t-shirts, sweatshirts, pants, slacks, shorts, tank tops or hoodies. There is a large green donation bin located at the bus concourse and at the front entrance. Please contact Mr. Greenberg if you have any questions.

STUDENT AMBASSADORS: Student Ambassadors club would like to invite transfer students to a game night after school today in the Family Center in H102. We will be playing Mario Kart. Feel free to bring a friend and get ready for an Epic battle.

SENIORS: It's time to purchase your Great America Trip tickets for this year's Grad Nite on Saturday, May 10.  Ticket sales start today and run through April 21.  Please sign up and pay in the bookstore.  The cost is $95.00

KEY CLUB:  Hey Key Club members, Maine South's Key Club has invited us to volunteer with them on Wednesday at Feed My Starving Children in Schaumburg. The session begins at 4:45 pm. Please email Mrs. Garrity-Rodinos as soon as possible if you are interested in going.

IMPROV NIGHT: Don't miss the last 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 Wednesday, April 2nd in R207 (the Choir Rm.) at 6 pm. Admission is $3 for students, $5 for adults and concessions are $2 each. All proceeds benefit the Drama Club.

MONDAY, MARCH 17, 2025

THRIFT CLUB:  The MW Thrift Club is now accepting clothing donations for our spring cleaning fundraiser on Thursday and Friday, April 15 and 16 in E105. Please donate your clean t-shirts, sweatshirts, pants, slacks, shorts, tank tops or hoodies. There is a large green donation bin located at the bus concourse and at the front entrance. Please contact Mr. Greenberg if you have any questions.

STUDENT AMBASSADORS: Student Ambassadors club would like to invite transfer students to a game night on Tuesday, March 18th after school in the Family Center in H102. We will be playing Mario Kart. Feel free to bring a friend and get ready for an Epic battle.

SENIORS: It's time to purchase your Great America Trip tickets for this year's Grad Nite on Saturday, May 10.  Ticket sales start today and run through April 21.  Please sign up and pay in the bookstore.  The cost is $95.00

FRIDAY, MARCH 14, 2025

THRIFT CLUB:  The MW Thrift Club is now accepting clothing donations for our spring cleaning fundraiser on Thursday and Friday, April 15 and 16 in E105. Please donate your clean t-shirts, sweatshirts, pants, slacks, shorts, tank tops or hoodies. There is a large green donation bin located at the bus concourse and at the front entrance. Please contact Mr. Greenberg if you have any questions.

STUDENT AMBASSADORS: Student Ambassadors club would like to invite transfer students to a game night on Tuesday, March 18th after school in the Family Center in H102. We will be playing Mario Kart. Feel free to bring a friend and get ready for an Epic battle.

THURSDAY, MARCH 13, 2025

VIDEO GAME CLUB:  Video Game Club will meet after school today in the library.

WOMEN'S EMPOWERMENT CLUB:  To celebrate Women's History Month, the Women's Empowerment Club is hosting a Women in Power Panel on Friday during 7th period in the auditorium. All female identifying and non-binary students are welcomed. To reserve your spot, scan the QR code on the flyers around the school or visit Ms. Nelson in the CCRC (room: B-101).

THRIFT CLUB:  The MW Thrift Club is now accepting clothing donations for our spring cleaning fundraiser on Thursday and Friday, April 15 and 16 in E105. Please donate your clean t-shirts, sweatshirts, pants, slacks, shorts, tank tops or hoodies. There is a large green donation bin located at the bus concourse and at the front entrance. Please contact Mr. Greenberg if you have any questions.

STUDENT AMBASSADORS: Student Ambassadors club would like to invite transfer students to a game night on Tuesday, March 18th after school in the Family Center in H102. We will be playing Mario Kart. Feel free to bring a friend and get ready for an Epic battle.

WEDNESDAY, MARCH 12, 2025

SCIENCE NATIONAL HONOR SOCIETY FUNDRAISER:  Science National Honor Society is selling the highly anticipated Crumbl cookies. The sale will continue through Thursday. Look for science national honor society club members walking around with the pink box. Each cookie is $5.

DRAMA CLUB:  Drama Club will meet today in A206. We will chat about important information regarding our upcoming officer nominations, awards night, bake sale and improv showcase.  There will be games and candy. Bring a friend.

VIDEO GAME CLUB:  Video Game Club will meet after school Thursday in the library.

WOMEN'S EMPOWERMENT CLUB:  To celebrate Women's History Month, the Women's Empowerment Club is hosting a Women in Power Panel on Friday during 7th period in the auditorium. All female identifying and non-binary students are welcomed. To reserve your spot, scan the QR code on the flyers around the school or visit Ms. Nelson in the CCRC (room: B-101).

SUMMER JOB FEST:  The Summer Fest Job and Volunteer Fair is today in the lower commons. All students are welcomed to attend during their lunch period. Come and find the perfect summer job or volunteer opportunity. If you have any questions about the Fair ask Ms. Nelson in the CCRC.

THRIFT CLUB:  The MW Thrift Club is now accepting clothing donations for our spring cleaning fundraiser on Thursday and Friday, April 15 and 16 in E105. Please donate your clean t-shirts, sweatshirts, pants, slacks, shorts, tank tops or hoodies. There is a large green donation bin located at the bus concourse and at the front entrance. Please contact Mr. Greenberg if you have any questions.

STUDENT AMBASSADORS: Student Ambassadors club would like to invite transfer students to a game night on Tuesday, March 18th after school in the Family Center in H102. We will be playing Mario Kart. Feel free to bring a friend and get ready for an Epic battle.

TUESDAY, MARCH 11, 2025

SCIENCE NATIONAL HONOR SOCIETY FUNDRAISER:  Starting today, Science National Honor Society will sell the highly anticipated Crumbl cookies. The sale will continue through Thursday. Look for science national honor society club members walking around with the pink box. Each cookie is $5.

WOMEN'S EMPOWERMENT CLUB:  To celebrate Women's History Month, the Women's Empowerment Club will be hosting a Women in Power Panel on Friday during 7th period in the auditorium. All female identifying and non-binary students are welcomed. To reserve your spot, scan the QR code on the flyers around the school or visit Ms. Nelson in the CCRC (room: B-101).

SUMMER JOB FEST:  The Summer Fest Job and Volunteer Fair is tomorrow in the lower commons. All students are welcomed to attend during their lunch period. Come and find the perfect summer job or volunteer opportunity. If you have any questions about the Fair ask Ms. Nelson in the CCRC.

MONDAY, MARCH 10, 2025

SCIENCE NATIONAL HONOR SOCIETY FUNDRAISER:  Starting Tuesday, Science National Honor Society will sell the highly anticipated Crumbl cookies. The sale will continue through Thursday. Look for science national honor society club members walking around with the pink box. Each cookie is $5.

WOMEN'S EMPOWERMENT CLUB:  To celebrate Women's History Month, the Women's Empowerment Club will be hosting a Women in Power Panel on Friday during 7th period in the auditorium. All female identifying and non-binary students are welcomed. To reserve your spot, scan the QR code on the flyers around the school or visit Ms. Nelson in the CCRC (room: B-101).

SUMMER JOB FEST:  Are you looking for a job or volunteer opportunity? The Summer Fest Job and Volunteer Fair is Wednesday in the lower commons. All students are welcomed to attend during their lunch period. Come and find the perfect summer job or volunteer opportunity. If you have any questions about the Fair ask Ms. Nelson in the CCRC.

FRIDAY, MARCH 7, 2025

SCIENCE NATIONAL HONOR SOCIETY FUNDRAISER:  Let's Get Ready to Crumbl. SNHS will sell the highly anticipated Crumbl cookies starting March 11. The sale will continue through Thursday, March 13th. Look for science national honor society club members walking around with the pink box. Each cookie is $5.

STUDENT AMBASSADORS: Calling all students. We need you. 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.  What is a Student Ambassador?  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.  Please fill out this application using the QR code on our flyer on the TV screens if you are interested in participating. Applications are due by 3:30 PM on Friday March 7, 2025.Please let us know if you have any questions.  Ms. Abraham (gabraham@maine207.org) and Mrs. Giricz (rgiricz@maine207.org).

WOMEN'S EMPOWERMENT CLUB:  To celebrate Women's History Month, the Women's Empowerment Club will be hosting a Women in Power Panel on Friday, March 14 during 7th period in the auditorium. All female identifying and non-binary students are welcomed. To RSVP your spot, scan the QR code on the flyers around the school or visit Ms. Nelson in the CCRC (room: B-101).

SUMMER JOB FEST:  Are you looking for a job or volunteer opportunity? The Summer Fest Job and Volunteer Fair is Wednesday, March 12 in the lower commons. All students are welcomed to attend during their lunch period. Come and find the perfect summer job or volunteer opportunity. If you have any questions about the Fair ask Ms. Nelson in the CCRC.

THURSDAY, MARCH 6, 2025

LUNCH AND LEARN:  Student Family Services is hosting the Spring Lunch and Learn Resolve Conflict in Relationships today in E105. This is an opportunity for you to grab your lunch and a friend and learn a few strategies to navigate the challenges of life. There will be snacks. Future Lunch and Learns topics include: Growth Mindset-Managing Negative Thinking, Coping with Change and Uncertainty, Navigating Academic Stress, and Managing Feelings of Frustration and Anger.

WARRIOR GEAR:  Black sweatpants are back.  Buy your Maine West sweatpants in the bookstore, only $25.

SCIENCE NATIONAL HONOR SOCIETY FUNDRAISER:  Let's Get Ready to Crumbl. SNHS will sell the highly anticipated Crumbl cookies starting March 11. The sale will continue through Thursday, March 13th. Look for science national honor society club members walking around with the pink box. Each cookie is $5.

STUDENT AMBASSADORS: Calling all students. We need you. 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.  What is a Student Ambassador?  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.  Please fill out this application using the QR code on our flyer on the TV screens if you are interested in participating. Applications are due by 3:30 PM on Friday March 7, 2025.Please let us know if you have any questions.  Ms. Abraham (gabraham@maine207.org) and Mrs. Giricz (rgiricz@maine207.org).

WOMEN'S EMPOWERMENT CLUB:  To celebrate Women's History Month, the Women's Empowerment Club will be hosting a Women in Power Panel on Friday, March 14 during 7th period in the auditorium. All female identifying and non-binary students are welcomed. To RSVP your spot, scan the QR code on the flyers around the school or visit Ms. Nelson in the CCRC (room: B-101).

SUMMER JOB FEST:  Are you looking for a job or volunteer opportunity? The Summer Fest Job and Volunteer Fair is Wednesday, March 12 in the lower commons. All students are welcomed to attend during their lunch period. Come and find the perfect summer job or volunteer opportunity. If you have any questions about the Fair ask Ms. Nelson in the CCRC.

WEDNESDAY, MARCH 5, 2025

SPOTLIGHT ART SHOW:  Tonight is the Spotlight Art Show in the Visual Art Studio. Come see some amazing art that your fellow students have created. The show is from 6-7:30 tonight.

LUNCH AND LEARN:  Student Family Services is hosting the Spring Lunch and Learn Resolve Conflict in Relationships Thursday in E105. This is an opportunity for you to grab your lunch and a friend and learn a few strategies to navigate the challenges of life. There will be snacks. Future Lunch and Learns topics include: Growth Mindset-Managing Negative Thinking, Coping with Change and Uncertainty, Navigating Academic Stress, and Managing Feelings of Frustration and Anger.

WARRIOR GEAR:  Black sweatpants are back.  Buy your Maine West sweatpants in the bookstore, only $25.

GIRLS SOCCER:   Tryouts will be held today. Sign up online for tryouts, wear cleats and shinguards. Tryouts start at 3:30 on the South Field next to the stadium.

SCIENCE NATIONAL HONOR SOCIETY FUNDRAISER:  Let's Get Ready to Crumbl. SNHS will sell the highly anticipated Crumbl cookies starting March 11. The sale will continue through Thursday, March 13th. Look for science national honor society club members walking around with the pink box. Each cookie is $5.

STUDENT AMBASSADORS: Calling all students. We need you. 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.  What is a Student Ambassador?  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.  Please fill out this application using the QR code on our flyer on the TV screens if you are interested in participating. Applications are due by 3:30 PM on Friday March 7, 2025.Please let us know if you have any questions.  Ms. Abraham (gabraham@maine207.org) and Mrs. Giricz (rgiricz@maine207.org).

WOMEN'S EMPOWERMENT CLUB:  To celebrate Women's History Month, the Women's Empowerment Club will be hosting a Women in Power Panel on Friday, March 14 during 7th period in the auditorium. All female identifying and non-binary students are welcomed. To RSVP your spot, scan the QR code on the flyers around the school or visit Ms. Nelson in the CCRC (room: B-101).

SUMMER JOB FEST:  Are you looking for a job or volunteer opportunity? The Summer Fest: Job and Volunteer Fair is Wednesday, March 12 in the lower commons. All students are welcomed to attend during their lunch period. Come and find the perfect summer job or volunteer opportunity. If you have any questions about the Fair ask Ms. Nelson in the CCRC.

TUESDAY, MARCH 4, 2025

SPRING PLAY AUDITIONS:  Auditions for this year's spring play, an innovative new work entitled "A Monster Calls" will be held today after school in R207 (the Choir Room). Just finding out about it now? No worries. Email Mrs. Klinger or Mr. Harmon about accessing all the information you need on Google Classroom.

WARRIOR GEAR:  Black sweatpants are back.  Buy your Maine West sweatpants in the bookstore, only $25.

GIRLS SOCCER:   Girls soccer season is beginning. Tryouts will be held today and tomorrow. Sign up online for tryouts, wear cleats and shinguards. Tryouts start at 3:30 on the South Field next to the stadium.

SCIENCE NATIONAL HONOR SOCIETY FUNDRAISER:  Let's Get Ready to Crumbl. SNHS will sell the highly anticipated Crumbl cookies starting March 11. The sale will continue through Thursday, March 13th. Look for science national honor society club members walking around with the pink box. Each cookie is $5.

STUDENT AMBASSADORS: Calling all students. We need you. 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.  What is a Student Ambassador?  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.  Please fill out this application using the QR code on our flyer on the TV screens if you are interested in participating. Applications are due by 3:30 PM on Friday March 7, 2025.Please let us know if you have any questions.  Ms. Abraham (gabraham@maine207.org) and Mrs. Giricz (rgiricz@maine207.org).

WOMEN'S EMPOWERMENT CLUB:  To celebrate Women's History Month, the Women's Empowerment Club will be hosting a Women in Power Panel on Friday, March 14 during 7th period in the auditorium. All female identifying and non-binary students are welcomed. To RSVP your spot, scan the QR code on the flyers around the school or visit Ms. Nelson in the CCRC (room: B-101).

SUMMER JOB FEST:  Are you looking for a job or volunteer opportunity? The Summer Fest: Job and Volunteer Fair is Wednesday, March 12 in the lower commons. All students are welcomed to attend during their lunch period. Come and find the perfect summer job or volunteer opportunity. If you have any questions about the Fair ask Ms. Nelson in the CCRC.