On Monday, we welcomed our new teachers and staff members, including our new Freshman Campus Assistant Principal, Leah Pietraszewski. Teachers and staff are now preparing for students to return Wednesday. We can't wait to see you! https://www.dist156.org/page/back-to-school-2025
3 months ago, Carly Byer
New teachers on stage
Principals on stage with Strategic Plan slide behind them and welcome back.
Principals on stage
Dr. McTague on stage in front of New Certified and Support staff photo
Dr. McTague speaking with Strategic Plan slide that says Welcome Back 2025-2026 school year and an MCHS decorative piece on stage
This past weekend, 28 Key Clubbers volunteered at the regional Special Olympics bowling tournament. For students interested in joining the community service based club this year, their first meeting will be Tuesday, August 19 at 7 p.m. in the Upper Campus auditorium.
3 months ago, Carly Byer
Students in the bowling alley
Students at the bowling alley
Studens at bowling alley
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.)
4 months ago, Amy Maciaszek
McHenry High School photo for hiring
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 months ago, Carly Byer
Three students and one staff member with their thumbs up
Two students smiling
Two students smiling
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 months 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
4 months 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

4 months ago, Carly Byer
Three students one holding a sticker
Students in the crowd
Two students
Three students
Mr. Sterner speaking on a microphone
Students sitting in the crowd
Seven girls basketball students at a Girls Basketball table.
Students standing int he gym
Leonidas holdign Captian America shield
We are happy to see our Upper Campus students in the building for Material Pickup!
4 months ago, Carly Byer
Two students
Three students
Four students
Students talking to staff, one holding books
On Tuesday, we hosted the McHenry County Regional Office of Education's Excellence in Education Summer Conference.
4 months 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
4 months ago, Carly Byer
We're Hiring dist156.tedk12.com/hire

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

4 months ago, Carly Byer
Freshman Rally July 31/31 de julio Check your emails to sign up for a time. Revisa tus correos electrónicos para registarte por un tiempo. Freshman material pickup. Día de Recogida de materiales: Grado 9. For those who can't attend the rally. Para aquellos que no pueden asistir a la rally. 3- 6 p.m. August 4/4 de agosto
Material Pickup
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
4 months ago, Carly Byer
McHenry High School Yearbook

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.)

4 months 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

4 months ago, Carly Byer
Student giving a thumbs up with students holding hands near ropes course
Students doing archery
Two students on a ropes course
Students doing archery
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
4 months ago, Carly Byer
Back to School Freshman Campus
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.
4 months 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
4 months 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
4 months 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
Color guard on the street with flags
Marching band on the street with instruments
Our Vocal Warriors were also in attendance at Sunday's Fiesta Days Parade. Great job! 🎵
4 months 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
4 months ago, Carly Byer
Student with AP 5 sign: MCHS Congratulates our AP for earning a 5 on the AP exam
Student with AP 5 sign: MCHS Congratulates our AP for earning a 5 on the AP exam
Student with AP 5 sign: MCHS Congratulates our AP for earning a 5 on the AP exam