Get your thinking caps on! Join us for a fun night of trivia on Friday, November 14, 2025 from 6-9pm! All proceeds benefit the Spartan SMART program at Northbrook. To reserve a table, please call the Northbrook main office (815-539-6237) or email blebeau@m289.org. We hope to see you there!
Mr. Fittanto's 6th grade social studies students had a special guest in class today to cheer them on when taking their Ancient Civilizations test. Meet Pharaoh Fittanto!
Just a friendly reminder.....
Lincoln Elementary School is now hiring for a part time Special Education Paraprofessional. Please use the link below to apply. Email Elyssa Albers (ealbers @m289.org) with any questions.
https://a1-8.applitrack.com/lasalle/onlineapp/JobPostings/view.asp?choosedistrict=true&applitrackclient=38132
https://a1-8.applitrack.com/lasalle/onlineapp/JobPostings/view.asp?choosedistrict=true&applitrackclient=38132
Blackstone, Lincoln, and Northbrook students cheered on the MHS Trojans on Friday for Homecoming! Students did a great job dressing up for PURPLE & GOLD Day! Congratulations to the MHS Trojans for their big win over Kewanee!
October Breakfast and Lunch Menus
Spirit Wear stores are now live. No sales will be accepted after October 12th.
Blackstone: https://blackstonespiritwear25.itemorder.com/
Lincoln: https://lincolnspiritwear25.itemorder.com/
Northbrook: https://nbrookspiritwear25.itemorder.com/
Blackstone: https://blackstonespiritwear25.itemorder.com/
Lincoln: https://lincolnspiritwear25.itemorder.com/
Northbrook: https://nbrookspiritwear25.itemorder.com/
Congratulations to the winners of the Spartan SMART drawing for this week!
Bella G., Logan J., Madison D., Jace S., Jerni G., Karly B., Tyler S., and Jalyessa V.
Northbrook's Spartan SMART First Trimester Incentive Day was held this past Friday. Students wrapped up the week with a variety of fun activities like charades, arts and crafts, video games, basketball and so much more!
Reminder for all Mendota 289 Families: Our Pastry Puffin fundraiser pick up is this Thursday the 25th from 3:30-6 at Lincoln School. You can enter through door 7 (north) or door 2 (south).
Lunch Menu change for Thursday, Sept. 18 and Friday, Sept. 19: The main entree for Thursday will be Bosco Sticks and Friday will be French Toast.
Today was a great day for the Northbrook Soccer team! They started the day with the Dekalb Clinton Rosette Round Robin Tournament where they defeated Dekalb Clinton Rosette (2-0) and Sterling Challand (3-1). Way to go, Spartans! ⚽️
After taking the top spot at the tournament, the team had an amazing opportunity to not only attend an NIU Men's soccer game but also meet the team. A huge shout out to the NIU coaches and team members for taking the time to meet with our team! ❤️🖤
A reminder for all Mendota 289 Families: Pastry Puffin order forms and money are due tomorrow, Friday, September 12th.
Check out the events at Northbrook starting on September 8, 2025!
There is a Cub Scouts Informational Meeting at Lincoln School tonight!
September Breakfast and Lunch Menus!
Girls' basketball is right around the corner! 🏀
Our Pastry Puffin Fundraiser kicks off today. Order forms will come home today with students. Order forms and money are due by September 12th. Pick up will be September 25th at Lincoln School.
Funds raised will go towards our Paw Pride and Spartan Smart initiatives to promote positive student behaviors in all of our district buildings. Thank you for your continued support of our Mendota 289 students.
Funds raised will go towards our Paw Pride and Spartan Smart initiatives to promote positive student behaviors in all of our district buildings. Thank you for your continued support of our Mendota 289 students.
Thank you, First State Bank and Windy City Amusements for donating school supplies to our M289 students! Your generosity is appreciated!
If you are looking for something fun to do September 19, check out the Family Safe Night Out at the Mendota Civic Center!
