McHenry Community High School

Please see the link below for our current job postings, including the recently added Freshman Campus office assistant position.
https://bit.ly/2W2wnSh
(IG: Link in bio.)

2 days ago, Amy Maciaszek

Some sophomores came in on Thursday to get to know the building better before school starts. We're excited to welcome you to Upper Campus!
https://www.dist156.org/page/back-to-school-2025

4 days ago, Carly Byer

Three students and one staff member with their thumbs up

Mr. Menke hosted his first session of the College Application Workshop for senior students on Thursday. There are two more sessions! Seniors, be sure to sign up for a session!
https://tinyurl.com/collegeapp156

4 days ago, Carly Byer

Mr. Menke standing in front of a group of students

4 Year College App Workshop August 7. 1-3 p.m. Upper Campus Warrior Room or August 8, 9-11 a.m. Upper Campus Warrior Room or August 11 3-5 p.m. Upper Campus Warrior Room .Pre-register for a session through the link provided. We'll have food at all sessions. Bring charged Chromebook. Looking forward MCHS. Workshop Includes: navigating college websites, how and when to submit applications, using the Common Application, Requesting transcripts and letters of rec, financial aid and scholarship tips, essay strategies and utilizing MCHS resources including SchooLinks. Conrtact Mr. Menke with questions: menkecurtis@dist156.org

College and Career Counselor, Mr. Menke, is hosting a 4-Year College Application Workshop for incoming senior students. Use the link to register for one of the sessions.
https://tinyurl.com/collegeapp156

6 days ago, Carly Byer

4-Year College App Workshop Aug 7, 1-3 p.m. UC Warrior Rom or August 8, 9-11 a.m UC Warrior Room or August 11 3- 5p.m. UC Warrior Room. Workshop includes: navigating college websites, how an when to submit applications. Using the Common Application, requesting transcripts and letters of rec, financial aid and scholarship tips, essay strategies, utilizing MCHS resources including SchoolLinks. Contact Mr. Menke with questions: menkecurtis@dist156.org Pre-register for a session through the link provided. We'll have food at all sessions. Bring a charged Chromebook. Looking forward MCHS.

We were so happy to be with our freshmen at Thursday night's rally! Thank you to our Upper Campus students who were there to help the freshmen feel welcome! #StartWithSuccess156

10 days ago, Carly Byer

Seven girls basketball students at a Girls Basketball table.

We are happy to see our Upper Campus students in the building for Material Pickup!

11 days ago, Carly Byer

Students talking to staff, one holding books

On Tuesday, we hosted the McHenry County Regional Office of Education's Excellence in Education Summer Conference.

13 days ago, Carly Byer

A line of people sitting at vendor booths

A speaker in front of an audience in the auditorium

Please see the link for our current open positions, including the recently added Dean's Office Assistant / Attendance Interventionist at the Freshman Campus.
https://dist156.tedk12.com/hire/Index.aspx

13 days ago, Carly Byer

The Freshman Rally and first Upper Campus Material Pickup day are THIS Thursday, July 31. Freshmen must sign up for a time slot. Principal Sterner previously sent an email with the sign-up link. Yearly enrollment must be complete before pick-up days or the Freshman Rally. Students' school pictures will be taken at these events.
https://www.dist156.org/page/back-to-school-2025

13 days ago, Carly Byer

Please check the page below for yearbook info. There is now information on picture days, senior portraits and ordering your 2025-2026 yearbook. Students' yearbook photos will be taken at Rally/Material Pickup Days.
https://www.dist156.org/page/yearbook

14 days ago, Carly Byer

As part of an Eagle Scout project, MCHS student and band member Ethan Zander is organizing a 5K run on Aug. 9 to raise money and awareness for the school’s band program.
It kicks off at 11 a.m. at Upper Campus.
Learn more at mchsbandontherun5k.com.
(Link in bio.)

17 days ago, Amy Maciaszek

Flyer for Band on the Run fundraiser Aug. 9 with photo from Marching Band

Over 50 students are participating in the MCHS Leadership Launch. They're learning team-building and leadership skills that they will apply to their roles during the school year. Way to go, Warriors! #WarriorReady156

17 days ago, Carly Byer

Student giving a thumbs up with students holding hands near ropes course

Students holding hands for a ropes course

Freshmen families, check your emails for a message from Freshman Campus Principal, Mr. Sterner. Make sure you use the link provided in the email to sign up for a Freshman Rally slot. You must complete yearly enrollment before the rally.
https://www.dist156.org/page/registration

Familias de Freshman Campus, revisen sus correos electrónicos para ver si hay un mensaje del Director del Freshman Campus, el Sr. Sterner. Asegúrese de usar el enlace proporcionado en el correo electrónico para inscribirse en un espacio de Freshman Rally. Debe completar la inscripción anual antes del rally.
https://www.dist156.org/page/registration

18 days ago, Carly Byer

Congratulations to McHenry Baseball for earning the Team Academic Excellence Award from the American Baseball Coaches Association for the 2024-25 academic year.
The association recognized 440 college programs and nearly 300 high school programs with teams that achieved a cumulative GPA of 3.0 or higher on a 4.0 scale.
Presented by Shark Attack, the award is an annual recognition for association member programs.

18 days ago, Amy Maciaszek

Photo of MCHS baseball team finishing 2nd in state

Tomorrow (Thursday, July 24) we are hosting a walk-in residency and enrollment day at the district office from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. If you are having any issues with residency and/or enrollment, please come to the district office for help. It is the small building located behind the Upper Campus North parking lot. Check your emails for more info.
Yearly Enrollment: https://www.dist156.org/page/registration

19 days ago, Carly Byer

Walki-in Residency and Enrollment For existing students. Thursday July 24 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. District office 4716 W. Crystal Lake Rd. McHenry IL, 60050 Come get assistance with residency and/or enrollment. Proof of residency is required for incoming freshmen and juniors.

Día de Inscripción y Comprobar Lugar de Residencia en persona para estudiantes existentes Cuándo jueves 24 de julio 10 a.m. a 6:00 p.m. Lugar Oficina del Distriito 156 4716 W. Crystal Lake Road McHenry IL 60050

At Sunday's Fiesta Days parade, the baseball team was honored for coming second place in state and marching band performed. Great job, everyone! #WarriorReady156

21 days ago, Carly Byer

Baseball boys on a float that says IHSA 2025 2nd Place in State Work Wins

Marching band on the street with instruments

Our Vocal Warriors were also in attendance at Sunday's Fiesta Days Parade. Great job! 🎵

21 days ago, Carly Byer

Vocal Warriors holding sings that spell at Vocal Warriors with keyboard in front of them at Fiesta Days parade

Congratulations to more of our students who scored a 5 on their AP test! #WarriorReady156

21 days ago, Carly Byer

Student with AP 5 sign: MCHS Congratulates our AP for earning a 5 on the AP exam

Please have your yearly enrollment completed by THIS Friday, July 25. Please make sure your health forms are turned in (if needed for your grade level) and that your items are approved in PowerSchool.
Por favor, complete su inscripción anual este viernes 25 de julio. Asegúrese de entregar sus formularios de salud (si es necesario para su nivel de grado) y de que sus artículos estén aprobados en PowerSchool.
https://www.dist156.org/page/registration

21 days ago, Carly Byer

Yearly Enrollment 2025-2026 May1-July 25 Inscipción Anual 2025-2026 1 de mayo- 25 de julio Complete in PowerSchool Completar en PowerSchool tinyurl.com/enrollment156

Summer school students enjoyed chips and freeze pops during their break. Happy Friday!

24 days ago, Carly Byer

Students waiting in line for freeze pops