THURSDAY, DECEMBER 18, 2025

WINTER BREAK

December 22, 2025 - January 2, 2026


CLASSES RESUME

Monday, January 5, 2026

WEDNESDAY, DECEMBER 17, 2025

WINTER BREAK

December 22, 2025 - January 2, 2026


CLASSES RESUME

Monday, January 5, 2026

TUESDAY, DECEMBER 16, 2025

BOOK DRIVE:  The National English Honor Society is hosting its annual holiday children's book drive through Wednesday, December 17th. All English teachers have decorated bins in their classroom where books can be dropped. All books will be donated to children in the area.

NEWS FROM THE CCRC:  Visit the CCRC during your lunch period today for Winter Wonderland festivities. There will be crafts, movies, treats and prizes.

MONDAY, DECEMBER 15, 2025

BOOK DRIVE:  The National English Honor Society is hosting its annual holiday children's book drive through Wednesday, December 17th. All English teachers have decorated bins in their classroom where books can be dropped. All books will be donated to children in the area.

NEWS FROM THE CCRC:  Visit the CCRC during your lunch period on Tuesday for Winter Wonderland festivities. There will be crafts, movies, treats and prizes.

FRIDAY, DECEMBER 12, 2025

The Speech Team will be hosting their Donuts in December Tournament tomorrow. This is the first time in over a decade that the Speech Team will be hosting their very own tournament. Students will be coming from all over the Chicagoland area to compete in events like Poetry, Dramatic Interpretation and Radio to name a few. If you are interested in volunteering for this event, please contact Ms. Alverio for details.

BOOK DRIVE:  The National English Honor Society is hosting its annual holiday children's book drive through Wednesday, December 17th. All English teachers will have decorated bins in their classroom where books can be dropped. All books will be donated to children in the area.

HOSA:  HOSA is having an all member meeting today in room A201 from 3:15-4:15. Attendance is mandatory for all members.

PACK THEIR PLACE:  Maine West Athletics and West Side presents... PACK THEIR PLACE tonight at 5:00 at Maine East. For the first time in years, the varsity girls' basketball team and the varsity boys' basketball team will play in the same gym on the same night. In this friendly cross-town rivalry, come cheer on the Warriors at Maine East in a black out game.

Warriors vs. Demons
Girls Varsity @ 5pm • Boys Varsity @ 6:30
Show up. Be loud. Let’s fill the gym.

THURSDAY, DECEMBER 11, 2025

 Snow Much Fun Spirit Week

We want everyone to join in. Here are your themes for each day.

Friday: Ugly Sweater Day to finish out the week

BOOK DRIVE:  The National English Honor Society is hosting its annual holiday children's book drive through Wednesday, December 17th. All English teachers will have decorated bins in their classroom where books can be dropped. All books will be donated to children in the area.

HOSA:  HOSA is having an all member meeting Friday in room A201 from 3:15-4:15. Attendance is mandatory for all members.

PACK THEIR PLACE:  Maine West Athletics and West Side presents... PACK THEIR PLACE on Friday. For the first time in years, the varsity girls' basketball team and the varsity boys' basketball team will play in the same gym on the same night. In this friendly cross-town rivalry, come cheer on the Warriors at Maine East in a black out game.

Warriors vs. Demons
Girls Varsity @ 5pm • Boys Varsity @ 6:30
Show up. Be loud. Let’s fill the gym.

BADMINTON: There will be a Badminton Open Gym for staff and students on Friday Morning from 6:30-7:30 in Spec Gym. Equipment will be provided. Gym shoes are required. Please enter the building through the Field House doors between 6:20-6:45.

WEDNESDAY, DECEMBER 10, 2025

 Snow Much Fun Spirit Week

We want everyone to join in. Here are your themes for each day.

Wednesday: Beanie and Blanket Day, plus our Walk in a Winter Wonderland at 3 PM
Thursday: Groutfit Day—wear your favorite all-gray outfit
Friday: Ugly Sweater Day to finish out the week

SENIORS:  Seniors, today is the last day to complete your senior signature card or if you would like to redo your signature, please stop by the Main Office anytime before the end of the day today.

SASA:  SASA will host a bake sale during the lunch periods today. They will be accepting cash or credit cards. Lots of yummy treats.

BOOK DRIVE:  The National English Honor Society is hosting its annual holiday children's book drive through Wednesday, December 17th. All English teachers will have decorated bins in their classroom where books can be dropped. All books will be donated to children in the area.

WALK IN WINTER WONDERLAND: Today is Beanie and Blankie Day and our Walk in Winter Wonderland. For just 10 dollars, you get a beanie, hot chocolate after the walk and one raffle ticket. Raffle prizes include gift cards to local restaurants, cash, Get Air passes and Maine West swag. You can buy your beanie in the bookstore or at the event. Bundle up, bring your blanket and join us for the Winter Wonderland fun.

PACK THEIR PLACE:  Maine West Athletics and West Side presents... PACK THEIR PLACE on Friday. For the first time in years, the varsity girls' basketball team and the varsity boys' basketball team will play in the same gym on the same night. In this friendly cross-town rivalry, come cheer on the Warriors at Maine East in a black out game.
Warriors vs. Demons
Girls Varsity @ 5pm • Boys Varsity @ 6:30
Show up. Be loud. Let’s fill the gym.

BADMINTON: There will be a Badminton Open Gym for staff and students on Friday Morning from 6:30-7:30 in Spec Gym. Equipment will be provided. Gym shoes are required. Please enter the building through the Field House doors between 6:20-6:45.

TUESDAY, DECEMBER 9, 2025

 Next Week is Snow Much Fun Spirit Week

We want everyone to join in. Here are your themes for each day.

Tuesday: Snowbirds Day—dress in your best tropical gear
Wednesday: Beanie and Blanket Day, plus our Walk in a Winter Wonderland at 3 PM
Thursday: Groutfit Day—wear your favorite all-gray outfit
Friday: Ugly Sweater Day to finish out the week

Show your school spirit and help make next week Snow Much Fun!

SENIORS:  If you did not complete your senior signature card in advisory or if you would like to redo your signature, please stop by the Main Office anytime before Wednesday, December 10.

GERMAN CLUB:  German Club is hosting a Bake Sale today during all 5th period lunches. We will accept cash and apple pay. Come enjoy some holiday treats.

NEWS FROM THE SBHC:  The School Based Health Center is sponsoring a training event along with Gabriel's Light known as teen Mental Health First aid. The training is for teens to identify, understand and respond to signs of mental health challenges in their peers and friends and connect them to a trusted adult. The training is December 9, 10 and 11 and you must attend all three sessions to be certified. Only 30 spots available. To register, scan the QR code on the flyers around school.

BOOK DRIVE:  The National English Honor Society is hosting its annual holiday children's book drive through Wednesday, December 17th. All English teachers will have decorated bins in their classroom where books can be dropped. All books will be donated to children in the area.

WALK IN WINTER WONDERLAND: Wednesday is Beanie and Blankie Day and our Walk in Winter Wonderland. For just 10 dollars, you get a beanie, hot chocolate after the walk and one raffle ticket. Raffle prizes include gift cards to local restaurants, cash, Get Air passes and Maine West swag. You can buy your beanie in the bookstore or at the event. Bundle up, bring your blanket and join us for the Winter Wonderland fun this Wednesday.

PACK THEIR PLACE:  Maine West Athletics and West Side presents... PACK THEIR PLACE on Friday. For the first time in years, the varsity girls' basketball team and the varsity boys' basketball team will play in the same gym on the same night. In this friendly cross-town rivalry, come cheer on the Warriors at Maine East in a black out game.
Warriors vs. Demons
Girls Varsity @ 5pm • Boys Varsity @ 6:30
Show up. Be loud. Let’s fill the gym.

BADMINTON: There will be a Badminton Open Gym for staff and students on Friday Morning from 6:30-7:30 in Spec Gym. Equipment will be provided. Gym shoes are required. Please enter the building through the Field House doors between 6:20-6:45.

MONDAY, DECEMBER 8, 2025

 Next Week is Snow Much Fun Spirit Week

We want everyone to join in. Here are your themes for each day.

Monday: Pajama and Comfy Day
Tuesday: Snowbirds Day—dress in your best tropical gear
Wednesday: Beanie and Blanket Day, plus our Walk in a Winter Wonderland at 3 PM
Thursday: Groutfit Day—wear your favorite all-gray outfit
Friday: Ugly Sweater Day to finish out the week

Show your school spirit and help make next week Snow Much Fun!

SENIORS:  If you did not complete your senior signature card in advisory or if you would like to redo your signature, please stop by the Main Office anytime before Wednesday, December 10.

GERMAN CLUB:  German Club is hosting a Bake Sale on Tuesday during all 5th period lunches. We will accept cash and apple pay. Come enjoy some holiday treats.

NEWS FROM THE SBHC:  The School Based Health Center is sponsoring a training event along with Gabriel's Light known as teen Mental Health First aid. The training is for teens to identify, understand and respond to signs of mental health challenges in their peers and friends and connect them to a trusted adult. The training is December 9, 10 and 11 and you must attend all three sessions to be certified. Only 30 spots available. To register, scan the QR code on the flyers around school.

BOOK DRIVE:  The National English Honor Society is hosting its annual holiday children's book drive from Monday, December 8th to Wednesday, December 17th. All English teachers will have decorated bins in their classroom where books can be dropped. All books will be donated to children in the area.

WALK IN WINTER WONDERLAND: Wednesday we are hosting our Walk in a Winter Wonderland. The raffle will begin at 3:00 followed by a one-mile walk at 3:30.  The cost is ten dollars that includes your entry, the raffle, and a custom Maine West beanie.  Today only, you can sign up in the Lower Commons during your lunch period. We accept cash, card, and Apple Pay, and you’ll receive your beanie when you sign up.  If you can’t sign up today, you can still register in the bookstore or at the event on Wednesday.

FRIDAY, DECEMBER 5, 2025

Next Week is Snow Much Fun Spirit Week

We want everyone to join in. Here are your themes for each day.

Monday: Pajama and Comfy Day
Tuesday: Snowbirds Day—dress in your best tropical gear
Wednesday: Beanie and Blanket Day, plus our Walk in a Winter Wonderland at 3 PM
Thursday: Groutfit Day—wear your favorite all-gray outfit
Friday: Ugly Sweater Day to finish out the week

Show your school spirit and help make next week Snow Much Fun!

SPEECH TEAM:  The Speech Team will be competing at Elk Grove High School at their Varsity Espresso Tournament. Students will be competing in a variety of events, including, Poetry, Radio, and Dramatic Interpretation. Good luck team on your first varsity tournament of the season and we wish you much success!

SENIORS:  If you did not complete your senior signature card in advisory or if you would like to redo your signature, please stop by the Main Office anytime before Wednesday, December 10.

NEWS FROM THE SBHC:  The School Based Health Center is sponsoring a training event along with Gabriel's Light known as teen Mental Health First aid. The training is for teens to identify, understand and respond to signs of mental health challenges in their peers and friends and connect them to a trusted adult. The training is December 9, 10 and 11 and you must attend all three sessions to be certified. Only 30 spots available. To register, scan the QR code on the flyers around school.

NATIONAL ENGLISH HONOR SOCIETY:  The National English Honor Society is hosting a holiday Bake Sale today during all 5th period lunches. Everything will be $2.00 and only cash will be accepted. Come enjoy some holiday treats!

The National English Honor Society is hosting its annual holiday children's book drive from Monday, December 8th to Wednesday, December 17th. All English teachers will have decorated bins in their classroom where books can be dropped. All books will be donated to children in the area.

WALK IN WINTER WONDERLAND: Wednesday we are hosting our Walk in a Winter Wonderland. The raffle will begin at 3:00 followed by a one-mile walk at 3:30.  The cost is ten dollars that includes your entry, the raffle, and a custom Maine West beanie.  Today only, you can sign up in the Lower Commons during your lunch period. We accept cash, card, and Apple Pay, and you’ll receive your beanie when you sign up.  If you can’t sign up today, you can still register in the bookstore or at the event on Wednesday.

THURSDAY, DECEMBER 4, 2025

SENIORS:  If you did not complete your senior signature card in advisory or if you would like to redo your signature, please stop by the Main Office anytime before Wednesday, December 10.

NEWS FROM THE CCRC:  Today in the CCRC, Ms. Nelson will be hosting a Trades School Information Workshop. Stop by today after school to learn about your trades program options for post high school.

VIDEO GAME CLUB:  The Video Game club will meet today after school in the library. Get your game on.

NEWS FROM THE SBHC:  The School Based Health Center is sponsoring a training event along with Gabriel's Light known as teen Mental Health First aid. The training is for teens to identify, understand and respond to signs of mental health challenges in their peers and friends and connect them to a trusted adult. The training is December 9, 10 and 11 and you must attend all three sessions to be certified. Only 30 spots available. To register, scan the QR code on the flyers around school.

NATIONAL ENGLISH HONOR SOCIETY:  The National English Honor Society is hosting a holiday Bake Sale Friday during all 5th period lunches. Everything will be $2.00 and only cash will be accepted. Come enjoy some holiday treats!

The National English Honor Society is hosting its annual holiday children's book drive from Monday, December 8th to Wednesday, December 17th. All English teachers will have decorated bins in their classroom where books can be dropped. All books will be donated to children in the area.

BADMINTON: There will be a Badminton Open Gym Friday Morning from 6:30-8:00 in Spec Gym. Equipment will be provided. Gym shoes are required. Please enter the building through the Field House doors(34c) between 6:20-6:45.

WALK IN WINTER WONDERLAND: Next Wednesday, December 10th, we’re hosting our Walk in a Winter Wonderland. The raffle will begin at 3:00 followed by a one-mile walk at 3:30.  The cost is ten dollars that includes your entry, the raffle, and a custom Maine West beanie.  Today only, you can sign up in the Lower Commons during your lunch period. We accept cash, card, and Apple Pay, and you’ll receive your beanie when you sign up.  If you can’t sign up today, you can still register in the bookstore or at the event on Wednesday.

Next Week is Snow Much Fun Spirit Week

We want everyone to join in. Here are your themes for each day.

Monday: Pajama and Comfy Day
Tuesday: Snowbirds Day—dress in your best tropical gear
Wednesday: Beanie and Blanket Day, plus our Walk in a Winter Wonderland at 3 PM
Thursday: Groutfit Day—wear your favorite all-gray outfit
Friday: Ugly Sweater Day to finish out the week

Show your school spirit and help make next week Snow Much Fun!

WEDNESDAY, DECEMBER 3, 2025

SENIORS:  If you did not complete your senior signature card in advisory or if you would like to redo your signature, please stop by the Main Office anytime before Wednesday, December 10.

IMPROV NIGHT:  Don't miss Maine West’s first Improv Night at 6:00 tonight in the drama room (A206). Come see the amazing, unscripted and hilarious talents of our very own Improv Warriors. Admission is only $3 for students and $5 for adults. All proceeds benefit the Drama Club.

DRAMA CLUB:  Join us after school today for the next Drama Club meeting where we will have some important announcements regarding this year's Theatre Festival. As always, there will be candy and games so bring a friend.

NEWS FROM THE SBHC:  The School Based Health Center is sponsoring a training event along with Gabriel's Light known as teen Mental Health First aid. The training is for teens to identify, understand and respond to signs of mental health challenges in their peers and friends and connect them to a trusted adult. The training is December 9, 10 and 11 and you must attend all three sessions to be certified. Only 30 spots available. To register, scan the QR code on the flyers around school.

NATIONAL ENGLISH HONOR SOCIETY:  The National English Honor Society is hosting a holiday Bake Sale Friday during all 5th period lunches. Everything will be $2.00 and only cash will be accepted. Come enjoy some holiday treats!

BADMINTON: There will be a Badminton Open Gym Friday Morning from 6:30-8:00 in Spec Gym. Equipment will be provided. Gym shoes are required. Please enter the building through the Field House doors(34c) between 6:20-6:45.

WALK IN WINTER WONDERLAND: Next Wednesday, December 10th, we’re hosting our Walk in a Winter Wonderland. The raffle will begin at 3:00 followed by a one-mile walk at 3:30.  The cost is ten dollars that includes your entry, the raffle, and a custom Maine West beanie.  Today only, you can sign up in the Lower Commons during your lunch period. We accept cash, card, and Apple Pay, and you’ll receive your beanie when you sign up.  If you can’t sign up today, you can still register in the bookstore or at the event on Wednesday.

TUESDAY, DECEMBER 2, 2025

NATIONAL ART HONOR SOCIETY:  National Art Honor Society will meet after school today in the photo lab. This is an important meeting regarding the induction ceremony.

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 Wednesday at 6:00 in the Drama Room (A206). Admission is only $3 for students and $5 for adults. All proceeds benefit the Drama Club.

DRAMA CLUB:  Join us after school on Wednesday for the next Drama Club meeting where we will have some important announcements regarding this year's Theatre Festival. As always, there will be candy and games so bring a friend.

NEWS FROM THE SBHC:  The School Based Health Center is sponsoring a training event along with Gabriel's Light known as teen Mental Health First aid. The training is for teens to identify, understand and respond to signs of mental health challenges in their peers and friends and connect them to a trusted adult. The training is December 9, 10 and 11 and you must attend all three sessions to be certified. Only 30 spots available. To register, scan the QR code on the flyers around school.

PI SIGMA PI:  Pi Sigma Pi members, do you know a lot of trivia? Do you like free pizza? If the answer is "YES" then come to the 4th Annual Pi Sigma Pi vs. Scholastic Bowl Showdown after school on Wednesday. Sign up on Google Classroom ASAP so we know how much pizza to order! See Ms. Lanham or Ms. Murray with questions.

NATIONAL ENGLISH HONOR SOCIETY:  The National English Honor Society is hosting a holiday Bake Sale on Friday during all 5th period lunches. Everything will be $2.00 and only cash will be accepted. Come enjoy some holiday treats!

BADMINTON: There will be a Badminton Open Gym Friday Morning from 6:30-8:00 in Spec Gym. Equipment will be provided. Gym shoes are required. Please enter the building through the Field House doors(34c) between 6:20-6:45.

WALK IN WINTER WONDERLAND: Next Wednesday, December 10th, we’re hosting our Walk in a Winter Wonderland. The raffle will begin at 3:00 followed by a one-mile walk at 3:30.  The cost is ten dollars that includes your entry, the raffle, and a custom Maine West beanie.  Today only, you can sign up in the Lower Commons during your lunch period. We accept cash, card, and Apple Pay, and you’ll receive your beanie when you sign up.  If you can’t sign up today, you can still register in the bookstore or at the event on Wednesday.