Minooka Junior High houses three grades - sixth, seventh, and eighth. Each grade has its own self-contained wing for academic classes and personal lockers. The core area of the building houses the Learning Resource Center, commons area, gymnasiums, fine arts classrooms, office, counselor, and nurse.
Students stay in their respective wings for their academic.
A student s daily schedule includes periods for five academic classes, a fine arts class, a physical education class, lunch, study hall, and advisory. The skills and knowledge of the language arts are essential for student success in virtually all areas of the curriculum. They are also central requirements for the development of clear expression and critical thinking. A balanced reading program provides continuous progress in skill development, comprehension, application, and recreational reading. Language arts includes the study of literature and the development of skills in reading, writing, speaking, and listening.