Message from Dr. Pikul

I have loved meeting your students over the past six weeks! I am constantly impressed by their talents and aspirations. Maine East is a very special school community and I am so grateful to be a part of it.  

Please save the date for our next “Caregiver Connection” Meeting which will take place on Tuesday, October 25th at 7:00 p.m. All adults that care for our students are welcome to attend to learn more about Maine East.  

Our students have done an outstanding job settling into school routines this year. As we get closer to the end of the first quarter of the year, we want you to know how important it is to the entire staff at Maine East that we get to see your students every day. We love learning with your students and we have many opportunities to support your students through academics, social and emotional wellness and future planning. Assisting your student in getting to school, on time, each day is the best way to guarantee that they will get the support they deserve. If you have identified any challenges with getting your student to school, we would be happy to help you work towards a solution.  Please contact your student’s counselor to start the conversation and they will work with our student support team to assist your family

IMPORTANT UPCOMING DATES

September 30 - Fall Play "The Play That Goes Wrong" - 4 PM

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October 1 - Fall Play "The Play That Goes Wrong" - 7 PM

October 4 - Registration window closes for Parent Teacher Conferences

October 5 - Yearbook Photo Retakes for Grades 9-11

October 6 - Half Day - Early Dismissal for Students

October 6 - Virtual Parent Teacher Conferences 6:00 PM-9:00 PM

October 7 - Half Day - Early Dismissal for Students

October 8 - FAFSA Workshop 9 AM - 11 AM @Maine East

(see information below)

October 10 - Indigenous People Day - NO SCHOOL

October 13 - Senior Photo Retakes (Yearbook Only) 8 AM - 2 PM

October 14 - End of 1st Quarter

October 19 - "Sounds of the Stadium" Marching Band Concert 7 PM - 9 P

FAFSA Information

Maine East 12th graders and Parents/Guardians

The 2023-2024 Free Application for Federal Student Aid and the Alternative Application for Illinois Financial Aid (for students that cannot file federal) officially open their applications this Saturday, October 1st. Filing a FAFSA or Illinois Alternative Application makes students eligible for need-based financial aid for college and other post-secondary options. Here are a number of helpful links to help you prepare for this important college admission step: 

1. Financial Aid Presentation
2. Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA)
3. FAFSA GUIDE and Materials (US Citizens and Permanent Residents Financial Aid Application)
4. Alternative Application for Illinois Financial Aid (DACA and Undocumented Student Financial Aid Application)
5. Alternative Application Help Guide

The Maine East Career & College Resource Center (CCRC) is here to help you file the FAFSA/Illinois Alternative App. We will be hosting a series of completion events with the assistance of the Illinois Student Assistance Commission (ISAC).  

Here is a list of upcoming events:

• Every Tuesday from 10am - 1pm starting October 4th through November 29th in CCRC in Center Court
• Saturday, October 8th 9am-11am in S200 (Enter through door #4B)
• Tuesday, November 1st 5pm-7pm in S200 (Enter through door #4B)

No appointments are needed. Please bring appropriate materials listed in the FAFSA Guide above. If you have any questions, please reach out to Alen Ibrahimovic, Postsecondary Counselor at Maine East High School: aibrahimovic@maine207.org

Boys Golf: Congrats to So. Jiro Yamat, who shot an 80 at Wednesday's IHSA Boys Golf Regional Tournament held at Heritage Golf Club and qualified for Monday's IHSA Sectional Tournament. (see pic attached)

Boys Soccer: Congrats to boys soccer who defeated Niles North on Tuesday, 9/27 by the score of 2-1 to give themselves a shot at capturing their 1st CSL conference title since the 80's. What an amazing performance that evening and thanks to all the amazing Blue Demon fans that attended the game.

Girls Cross-Country: Congrats to So. Ashley Gaba who finished 1st place at the Maine West Quad Invite on Tuesday, 9/27/22. Ashley looks to continue her great season as she and her teammates compete at the Peoria Invite on Saturday, 10/01/22.

Boys Cross-Country: Congrats to the boys cross-country team as they competed at Tuesday's MW Quad meet. Sr. Adam Mrozek and So. Luis Mendoza who finished "Top 10" at the MW Quad meet on 9/27/22. 

Girls Swimming: Congrats to our Seniors who will celebrate "Senior Night" vs. Niles North tonight at MW. Good lock and swim fast seniors!