January 2026 Breakfast and Lunch Menus are now available!
1 day ago, Elizabeth Lebeau
Before Christmas break, our Lincoln 3rd and 4th graders showed what it truly means to care for others in our community.
Our 3rd graders hosted a canned food drive and completely filled a van with donations for the Mendota Food Pantry. Our 4th graders sold candy canes throughout the week and proudly donated $1,190 to support the pantry as well.
We are so proud of our students for their generosity, teamwork, and big hearts. Thank you to our families and community for supporting these efforts and helping make a difference right here in Mendota. 💙🦁
2 days ago, Elyssa Albers
A message from the M289 team....
13 days ago, Elizabeth Lebeau
Congratulations to our Mendota 289 2025-2026 John Ourth award winners. 8th graders: Austin Brown and Bailee Rambert and 4th graders: Manny Quintana and Lylah Cervantes-Escatel.
The John Ourth award is given annually to two students in each exiting grade. The winner of this award is nominated by their teachers for exemplifying academic integrity, effort, respect, and citizenship.
15 days ago, Elyssa Albers
Check out these important upcoming dates and times!
17 days ago, Elizabeth Lebeau
Congratulations to last week's Spartan SMART winners!
25 days ago, Elizabeth Lebeau
Check out another fun opportunity for Northbrook students!
27 days ago, Elizabeth Lebeau
Congratulations to the 7th and 8th grade students that were selected as Northbrook's November Students of the Month!
27 days ago, Elizabeth Lebeau
Congratulations to the 5th and 6th grade students that were selected as Northbrook's November Students of the Month!
27 days ago, Elizabeth Lebeau
**📢 We’re Hiring! **Mendota District 289 is looking for a Full-Time Custodian (Floater) to help keep our school buildings and grounds clean, safe, and well maintained.
🔹 Position: Full-Time Custodian
📍 Employer: Mendota District 289
➕ What You’ll Do: Clean and maintain buildings & grounds, move furniture, do minor repairs, wax floors, and help keep our campus a safe place for students and staff.
💼 Why Work With Us:
Hourly wage — $17.75/hr
Regular hours: 6:30 AM – 3:00 PM (30 min unpaid lunch)
Full-time with benefits
📧 Interested? Contact Dustin Kent at dkent@m289.org
or stop by the District Office to apply.
Please share — you never know who you know that might be a great fit!
28 days ago, Erica Diaz
2026 6th Grade Lady Spartan Volleyball Team
29 days ago, Elizabeth Lebeau
Applications are now being accepted for the position of Full Time Substitute Teacher serving all three district buildings. We are seeking an exemplary educator who holds a valid Illinois Professional Educator License (PEL) or Substitute Teaching License and is registered with ROE 35.
The Full Time Substitute Teacher will report daily and provide classroom coverage for teacher absences across grade levels PK–8. When not assigned to a classroom, the selected candidate will support students through RtI or Title I intervention services and assist with additional tasks as assigned by the office.
Qualifications
Valid Illinois Teaching License or Substitute Teaching License
ROE 35 registration required
Demonstrated instructional skills and ability to adapt across grade levels
Strong communication, organizational, and student-support skills
Benefits Included
Competitive daily rate with guaranteed workdays
Health and dental insurance options
Participation in the Teachers’ Retirement System (TRS)
Paid sick and personal leave
Professional development opportunities
Collaborative and supportive school environment across all buildings
29 days ago, Erica Diaz
Check out this great opportunity for 7th and 8th graders!
about 1 month ago, Elizabeth Lebeau
8th girls basketball IESA regional game postponed to tomorrow night
7th/8th boys basketball game in Oglesby cancelled reschedule date TBD
6th boys at HCS still on 5pm at HCS
about 1 month ago, Mendota #289
December Breakfast and Lunch Menus
about 1 month ago, Elizabeth Lebeau
about 1 month ago, Elizabeth Lebeau
Check out an important message about the After School Program.....
about 1 month ago, Elizabeth Lebeau
Last night, the Northbrook and Holy Cross 8th grade girls' and boys' basketball teams participated in the Crosstown Classic. The girls walked away with the win! Way to go Lady Spartans! The boys' played a great game but fell short in the end.
The night allowed both schools to come together for a night of basketball and fun for a great cause. Between the two schools, 439 pounds of food items were collected and donated to the food pantry. Thank you to everyone that participated and supported our community!
about 1 month ago, Elizabeth Lebeau
Congratulations to our recent Northbrook Spartan SMART winners!
about 2 months ago, Elizabeth Lebeau
The 6th grade girls' basketball team wrapped up their season this past week! We are incredibly proud of their growth over the season! Way to go, Lady Spartans!
about 2 months ago, Elizabeth Lebeau
