Mokena School District 159
Recent News About Mokena School District 159
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Mokena Junior High students learn about weather from NOAA experts
Eighth grade students at Mokena Junior High School participated in a virtual meeting with members of the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) as part of their science curriculum’s “Weather and Climate” unit.
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Mokena preschool program receives top state quality rating from ExceleRate Illinois
The Illinois State Board of Education has awarded the Mokena School District 159’s Early Start Preschool Program the Gold Circle of Quality through ExceleRate Illinois, the highest rating in the statewide early childhood quality system.
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Mokena School District approves higher pay and bonuses for bus drivers
The Mokena School District 159 Board of Education has approved an updated compensation package for the district’s bus drivers, effective immediately.
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Mokena School District outlines strategic plan progress for 2024-2025
At the July Board of Education meeting, Mokena School District 159's administration presented key highlights of the progress made toward the goals outlined in the district’s Strategic Plan during the 2024–2025 school year.
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Will County Regional Office of Education hosts back-to-school backpack event
The Will County Regional Office of Education is hosting a back-to-school event aimed at supporting students and families as they prepare for the new school year.
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Mokena School District publishes second issue of community newsletter
Mokena School District 159 has published its second issue of Mokena Moments, the new district newsletter that provides the community with updates and information from each department and school.
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Mokena educators earn state recognition for excellence in education
On Tuesday, February 18th, the Illinois State Board of Education (ISBE) announced over 500 Illinoisans honored for their contributions to education through its annual Those Who Excel & Teacher of the Year Awards.