Dual credit chemistry students in Mr. Poci's class recently conducted a lab called periodic trends and properties of elements, and they enjoyed watching some of the chemical reactions.
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Students in Ms. Edwards' Teaching as a Profession class recently held a gallery walk during class to rotate through stations to learn about different types of school systems, such as public, private, charter and more.
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Mark your calendars now for the annual Day of the Dead/DΓa de los Muertos event hosted by the MCHS Latin American Student Organization (LASO).
The free Nov. 2 celebration will be held at Freshman Campus this year, and features face painting, crafts, games, dancing and more.
Warriors are ready to take on the Gators tonight!
Happy Homecoming 2024. π€π§‘
We hope everyone has a fun and safe weekend!
https://www.dist156.org/page/homecoming-2024
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Mrs. Harris' freshman business classes held a Franchise Fair on Friday. Students presented their research on why their chosen franchise should come to McHenry.
Attendees could pick their favorites. Great job!
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As a reminder, there's no school Monday in observance of Columbus Day and Indigenous Peoples' Day.
To learn more about the history of both holidays, visit https://www.history.com/topics/holidays/columbus-day and
https://www.history.com/news/indigenous-peoples-day-history
Students and staff wore their favorite fibs for White Lies Day on Thursday.
Happy Homecoming Week!
Don't forget Camo Out on Friday, Warriors!
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We hope everyone had a good time at the Powder-Puff game Wednesday!
Congratulations to seniors for the win. ππ
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Photo retakes are scheduled for this Friday (Oct. 11) at both buildings.
Read more about yearbook photos on the district website. https://www.dist156.org/article/1804201
(IG: Link in bio.)
Beautiful fall gardening: π»π
Members of the MCHS Garden Club teamed up with the McHenry Garden Club to freshen up the outside around Freshman Campus.
Great job!
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The College Fair at McHenry County College (B entrance) is 10/10. MCC is hosting 120+ colleges and universities from across the US. Register before for a QR code to scan the colleges of your choice to receive their info and vice-versa. https://app.strivescan.com/registration
Congratulations to our freshmen students of the month! Not pictured: Isaac Bodecker
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π It's almost time for Powder Puff! MCHS and D15 students, please bring your IDs so you can enter for free. Spectator tickets are $5. #WarriorReady156 #MCHSHOCO2024
All homecoming info: https://www.dist156.org/page/homecoming-2024
(IG: link in bio)
π΅We are taking song requests for the homecoming dance: https://myboomtour.com/song-request-form/
My Boom Tour (DJ) visited on Tuesday for a dance party and to remind students to request songs/purchase tickets. Students also received cotton candy! #MCHSHOCO2024
Last Friday (Oct. 4), Dr. James Ripley from Carthage College visited the three MCHS band classes to help them prepare for tonight's concert at Upper Campus.
Tickets can be purchased at this link:
https://gofan.co/event/1959691?schoolId=IL15583
(IG: Link in bio.)
ACT testing is now the required testing for Illinois. Freshmen, sophomores and juniors will be taking the PreACT on Oct. 16. Parents/guardians please check your emails for information. Seniors do not have school and are encouraged to visit a college or job shadow. (not required)
π₯ Watch the Warrior Weekly: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7cu4uPF9kLw
Warrior Student Media covers the homecoming parade, preschool lab, Pride Camp and the new head coach for boys soccer. #WarriorReady156
β€οΈπππ We had a colorful day at MCHS for our first Spirit Day of homecoming week! Each class represented their class color. #MCHSHOCO2024 #WarriorReady156
Don't forget to TWIN on Tuesday!
We were delighted to have Distinguished Graduate Erica Borggren visit MCHS! She spoke with Leadership in Action students about the United States Military Academy at West Point, living overseas, working at ComEd and more. She encouraged students to find what makes them tick.
πΌπ MCHS Bands and the Latin American Student Organization (LASO) teamed up Monday for a musical celebration of #HispanicHeritageMonth2024 featuring pieces from the "Little Mexican Suite."
LASO also recognized El Vado restaurant for supporting the club.
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