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MONDAY, NOVEMBER 9, 2026

BOYS BASKETBALL:  Boys Basketball tryouts begin today. 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 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 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 meeting on Wednesday. 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 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 and Friday 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 Tuesday, 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.