Mrs. Piller's 5th grade science classes have been working hard to design and construct paper rockets! They brought the scientific method to life by testing their paper rockets and creating a testable question. Launch day was a huge hit—everyone had so much fun testing out their creations!
about 11 hours ago, Elizabeth Lebeau
On September 15, we celebrate IT Professionals Day by recognizing the M289 IT Department! We thank them for keeping us connected, solving all of our technology problems, and ensuring that students and staff continue learning using technology! Thank you for being our tech wizards!
5 days ago, Elizabeth Lebeau
A heartfelt thank you to Mr. Brad Henry and all the riders from the Illinois Valley Autism and Special Needs Ride! We are incredibly grateful for your generous donation of sensory and communication devices for our students at M289. Our students will benefit greatly from these resources, and we truly appreciate your kindness and support. Thank you for making a difference in our school community!
7 days ago, Elizabeth Lebeau
Local heroes stepped up to help Northbrook fix their flagpole on this day of remembrance, September 11! A huge thank you to the Mendota Fire Department for their continued service and support in our community!
7 days ago, Elizabeth Lebeau
Our Double Good Popcorn Fundraiser kicks off September 10th! 🎉
📧 Families—check your email today! You’ll receive an email AND a flier with everything you need to create your student’s own pop-up popcorn shop.
It’s super easy:
🍿 Create your student’s shop
📱 Share the link by text, email, or social media
🏠 Popcorn ships directly to buyers—no pickup or delivery for you!
Best of all, 50% of proceeds come back to our schools to support Paw Pride & Spartan Smart positive behavior celebrations and incentives!
Sale runs September 10–17. Let’s get popping! 🍿
10 days ago, Elyssa Albers
Get your smile ready! Picture Day is coming up! Contact your child's school if you have any questions.
10 days ago, Elizabeth Lebeau
The soccer game for tonight is canceled due to the heat. There is also no practice.
15 days ago, Elizabeth Lebeau
The cross country meet and the soccer game is canceled for today (September 2) due to the heat. Both teams will still have practice today.
16 days ago, Elizabeth Lebeau
The cross country meet and soccer match in Ottawa today (September 1, 2026) are canceled due to the heat. The rescheduled dates with be shared as soon as they are available. There is also no practice tonight for either team.
17 days ago, Elizabeth Lebeau
September Breakfast and Lunch are now available!
18 days ago, Elizabeth Lebeau
There will be a menu change for Northbrook only on August 31... The main entree will be chicken nachos and refried bean. Lunch for Blackstone and Lincoln will be as posted in the menu. Not sure how to find the lunch menus? Click the link to visit the M289 Menus page! https://www.m289.org/o/northbrook/page/school-food-menus
23 days ago, Elizabeth Lebeau
Northbrook's Art Club needs your help!
24 days ago, Elizabeth Lebeau
Mark your calendars for the 5K Spartan Fun Run!
28 days ago, Elizabeth Lebeau
The Northbrook soccer team started their season strong today with a 10-0 win over Depue! Way to go Spartans!
about 1 month ago, Elizabeth Lebeau
The Northbrook Cross-Country team competed today in Princeton! The girls finished 8th overall and boys finished 7th.
Austin Wire placed 19th, earning a medal!
Congratulations to the entire team and coaches!
about 1 month ago, Elizabeth Lebeau
Be sure to check out the Family Safe Night Out on Friday, August 21 at the Mendota Civic Center!
about 1 month ago, Elizabeth Lebeau
We are beyond grateful for the generosity shown to our students at Northbrook Middle School today! Thank you to the Dr. Chin Memorial Drive at OSF! From backpacks and notebooks to pencils and folders, every single item makes a huge difference for our students, teachers, and families.
about 1 month ago, Elizabeth Lebeau
Northbrook Families- Just a reminder that Supply Drop-Off and Open House will be held on the same night this year! Supply Drop-off will be held from 3:30-6:00pm. Teachers will be available during Open House from 4:30-5:30. We hope to see everyone there!
about 1 month ago, Elizabeth Lebeau
August Breakfast and Lunch menus are now available!
about 1 month ago, Elizabeth Lebeau
Cross Country practice is canceled today, August 5, due to the possibility of storms in the area.
about 1 month ago, Elizabeth Lebeau
