McHenry Community High School District 156- The Home of the Warriors

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McHenry High School District 156 Mission:

We are committed to provide all students with the skills they need to be life-long learners and productive citizens.

St. Baldrick’s Day in McHenry Information

Tie-Dye Green “St. Baldrick’s Day in McHenry” t-shirts will go on sale Feb 16 in both buildings. This year’s effort to make a difference in the fight against childhood cancer will be underway and will conclude with our St. Baldrick’s Day on March 12. Demand in the community for these t-shirts will be high so if you would like to purchase one in support you may do so at the main offices at both East and West Campus.

ACT Preparation Resources

Please click here to see the many options that are available for ACT test preparation.

East Campus Senior Class Meeting Announcement

Please click here for information on the important upcoming East Campus Senior Class meeting.

"My Sister's Dress"

The National Honor Society (East and West), in conjunction with Big Brothers Big Sisters of McHenry County, will be running the annual My Sister’s Dress drive from now until March 5^th. NHS is looking for donations in the form of gently used dresses, jewelry, shoes, etc… The dresses will be sold at discount prices on Saturday March 13^th at McHenry County College from 10 am – 2pm. You may drop donations off in the main offices of either East or West Campus or with the NHS advisor at either school (East – Ms. Katie Giuliano; West – Ms. Aubrey Francis).

West Battle of the Bands Competition

Please click here for information about this upcoming event open to students from both West and East Campuses

Late Start Tuesdays Information

Please click here for information about Late Start Tuesdays, a program beginning with the start of the 2010-2011 school year.

Late Start Tuesdays Frequently Asked Questions

Late Start Tuesdays Instructional Time Schedule

AlertNow System Reminder

In the event that school needs to be cancelled due to weather conditions, parents and staff will be notified through the AlertNow system at approximately 6:00 AM.

Parents and staff can also check this website for such an announcement as well.

Family Vacation Policy Reminder

Since absences are disruptive to the educational process, vacations taken during school time are strongly discouraged. In the event that a family’s schedule requires that a student be absent for a family vacation, the parent or legal guardian only, must request permission for the absence at least 1 WEEK IN ADVANCE.

Permission may be granted by obtaining a form from the attendance office and having it signed by a student’s Dean or Assistant Principal. Credit for class work would then be given only for work completed and turned in. Since some schoolwork may not be able to be made up, a vacation taken during school time, even if approved, could result in a lower grade for the student. FAILURE TO FOLLOW THIS POLICY COULD RESULT IN THE ABSENCES BEING UNEXCUSED (NO MAKE-UP CREDIT).

H1N1 Update -Information Updated October 28, 2009

McHenry County Department of Health Letter to Parents - October 22, 2009

H1N1 Vaccination Plan Letter to Parents

McHenry High School H1N1 information– Please read:

As of October 19, McHenry East Campus has had three confirmed cases of H1N1. One student was diagnosed in September and is back in school. One student was diagnosed early last week, and has doctor’s clearance to be back in school. The third student is expected to return by the end of this week.

Both schools in District 156 are following precautionary procedures as outlined by the MCHD.

The Center for Disease Control has changed its recommendation that people with flu-like symptoms should stay home/isolated until they have been fever-free for 24 hours without the use of fever-reducing medications.

School dismissal is not advised for a suspected or confirmed case of novel influenza A (H1N1) and, in general, is not advised unless there is a magnitude of faculty or student absenteeism that interferes with the school’s ability to function.
Students, faculty or staff with influenza-like illness (fever with a cough or sore throat) should keep away from others as much as possible, stay home, and not attend school or go into the community (except to seek medical care or for other necessities) for at least 24 hours after fever is gone. (Fever should be gone without the use of a fever-reducing medicine.)
Students, faculty and staff who appear to have an influenza-like illness at arrival or become ill during the day should be isolated promptly in a room separate from other students and sent home.
Aspirin or aspirin-containing products should not be administered to any confirmed or suspected ill case of novel H1N1 influenza virus infection aged 18 years old and younger due to the risk of Reye syndrome. Refer to pediatric medical management for guidance regarding use of any medications, especially those containing aspirin. (http://www.cdc.gov/h1n1flu/clinicians/)
Parents and guardians should monitor their school-aged children, and faculty and staff should self-monitor every morning for symptoms of influenza-like illness.
Ill students should not attend alternative child care or congregate in other neighborhood and community settings outside of school.
School administrator’s should communicate regularly with local public health officials to obtain guidance about reporting of influenza-like illnesses in the school
Schools can help serve as a focus for educational activities aimed at promoting ways to reduce the spread of influenza, including hand hygiene and cough etiquette.

Helpful H1N1 Links

http://cdc.gov/h1n1flu/K12_dismissal.htm

McHenry County Department of Health

Additional information will be posted as it becomes available.

Free ACT Test Prep Program Available

Free ACT Preparation Course Series Available through McHenry Public Library

Notice of Title I Waiver Request

For information about a District 156 Title I Waiver request, please click here.

TI-84 Calculator needed for all students during the 2009-2010 School Year

Please see this important letter explaining an important change to McHenry High School's Math program.

PASS System Parent Reminder

Parents, please use the PASS system for the most up to date grades for your son or daughter’s classes. PASS is updated nightly. Any updates that your child’s teachers have made today will be posted to PASS tonight. To access the PASS System, please see the Parents menu above.

MCHS Foundation Link Added

A link to the MCHS Foundation has been added this website. For information on the function of the MCHS Foundation, please see the Resources button above.

District Standardized Test Preparation

Please click here to read about the standardized tests McHenry High School District students take, the format of each test, and the preparation that students are given for each.

Technology System Use Policy Released

Please see the Technology System Use Policy. Parents and students should read the document, and sign and return the parent-signed approval to the computer lab during the first week of classes.

Reglamento Para Uso Del Sistema D Technologia

Cafeteria Menu and Pricing Information Available

Please see the "Parents" menu above to view the cafeteria menu and pricing structure.

2005 Graduate Survey

Please use the appropriate link (below) to take the 2005 Graduate survey from the McHenry County Cooperative for Employment Education. Information regarding this survey is being mailed to 2005 graduates.

2005 East Campus Graduates

2005 West Campus Graduates

Warrior Hall of Fame Nominations

Please see this form to nominate an athlete or team for induction into the McHenry Warriors Athletic Hall of Fame.