McHenry Community High School

🎼 This past weekend, two MCHS Band students performed in a regional band festival and then with bandmates at a U.S. Marine Corps. birthday event. On Sunday, jazz musicians performed at an event in Palatine. Read more: https://www.dist156.org/article/1870851 (Link in bio.)

6 months ago, Amy Maciaszek

🎥 Tune in to this week's Warrior Weekly to see features on new ACT testing, the holiday menu at Starbucks, substitute teachers, and Dr. Prickett! WATCH: https://youtu.be/DsgNIk32mfo?si=Ut1wSJwGO92HbRPx #WarriorReady156

6 months ago, Amy Maciaszek

For #VeteransDay2024, local veterans, including a World War II veteran, spent the day with MCHS students at both campuses to share their stories and answer questions. Coordinated by social science teachers, the annual event brings history to life while honoring veterans. 🇺🇸

6 months ago, Amy Maciaszek

We are looking forward to recognizing #VeteransDay2024 by hearing the stories of many local veterans who will be speaking to our students today. On this day and throughout the year, we are grateful for the service of all veterans. https://www.dist156.org/article/1866040

6 months ago, Amy Maciaszek

🪴 The members of the garden club have assembled a mobile plant container, in which flowers and herbs will be sown every year, and then in spring they will plant them in the school garden! #WarriorReady156

6 months ago, Carly Byer

🧪 🖥️ 🛠️ 🎨 ➗Today is National STEAM Day! We're celebrating the importance of science, technology, engineering, arts and math in our school. Thank you to our teachers who help students grow in these areas! #STEAMEducation #WarriorReady156

6 months ago, Carly Byer

Science with photo of students doing a lab. Technology photo of students at a computer. Engineering photo of teacher helping a student with a robot next to him. Art students putting duct tape art on the wall. Math students at a desk with calculators. STEAM learning.

Please consider donating canned goods to our Food for Thought pantry on November 26. Receive a free pie after donating! Be sure to fill out this form if you plan on donating: https://tinyurl.com/fftpie

6 months ago, Carly Byer

MCHS alum Brandon Schwab, CEO of Shepherd Premier Senior Living, visited INCubatoredu class this week to talk about start-up businesses. Students also met MCHS graduate Nolan Shannon, who is director of strategic partnerships and marketing at Shepherd Premier. Thank you! 🧡🖤

6 months ago, Amy Maciaszek

Juniors, take the ACT early on February 8! For a complete list of step-by-step instructions: https://www.dist156.org/o/curriculum-and-instruction/page/act

6 months ago, Carly Byer

ACT Test Day February 8 Registration Deadline January 3. McHenry Community High School District 156. Juniors take the ACT early to improve. Testing will take place at McHenry High School UPPER Campus. Register at act.org. Click on "Register for the ACT. Create an account if you do not already have one. Enter center code 258560. Cost $69. For a complete list of step-by-step instructions: click here. Juniors who take the ACT on Feb 8 will get $69 credit on fees courtesy of the MCHS School Board. Ask your counselor if you qualify for reduced fees.

ACT DÍA DE LA PRUEBA 8 DE Febrero Fecha límite de incripción: 3 DE ENERO. McHenry Community High School District 156. Juniors (grado 11) Toma el ACT temprano para mejorar! Las prueba se llevarán a cabo en el UPPER CAMPUS de McHenry High School. REGÍSTRATE EN www.act.org. Haz clic en "Register for the ACT" Crea una cuenta (si aún no tienes una) Ingresa el CÓDIGO DEL CENTRO DE PRUEBAS: 258560 Para obtener una lista completa de instrucciones paso a paso HAZ CLIC AQUÍ Costo: $69. Los estudiantes del grado 11 que tomen el ACT el 8 de FEBRERO recibirán un CRÉDITO de $69 en los cuotas Cortesía de la JUNTA ESCOLAR DE MCHS. Pregúntale a tu consejero si calificas para cuotas reducidas.

TheTheatre Department is staging “The Secret in the Wings” by Mary Zimmerman that takes a humorous look at some lesser-known and dark Grimm fairy tales. See it tonight or over the weekend at Freshman Campus theater! (7 p.m. TH-Sat.) Tickets: https://gofan.co/app/school/IL15583

6 months ago, Carly Byer

Students on prop stairs smiling, one in front of them

Student on center stage with a blue light on them, other students around them

Students in a circle holding hands around another student on stage.l

Student in crown holding a ring proposing to another student

Three couples with linked arms. Three of them with crowns.

Student writing in a book with a feather pen

Please see this link for our current job opportunities, including the recently added part-time supervision professional position. https://bit.ly/2W2wnSh (IG: Link in bio.)

6 months ago, Amy Maciaszek

Parent-Teacher Conferences are now available for sign up. They will take place November 25 and 26. Please prioritize the classes that your student may be getting a C or lower. For more info check your emails and visit: https://www.dist156.org/page/virtual-parent-conferences-2024

6 months ago, Carly Byer

Conferencias Virtuales para Padres y Maestros

Save the date: Plans are in the works for the MCHS Multicultural Fair on April 5, 2025. The fair includes interactive booths, entertainment and more representing different world cultures. Visit the link to participate as a vendor. https://bit.ly/40v1b0l (IG: Link in bio.)

6 months ago, Amy Maciaszek

🎥 Watch: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dpdaI0yoO64 Warrior Weekly covers: 🌳 Remembrance Tree 🥎 New Softball Field ✏️ Ms. Kirby 🍬 Trunk or Treat at McHenry's Outdoor Theater #WarriorReady156

6 months ago, Carly Byer

Abby Kirby looking at student's computer

Please see the link below for our current job opportunities, including the recently added Assistant Principal - Freshman Campus position starting with the 2025-26 school year. https://bit.ly/2W2wnSh (IG: Link in bio.)

6 months ago, Amy Maciaszek

Students along with their parents/guardians who are interested in the military are encouraged to attend our military presentation and recruiter panel with recruiters from several military branches. #WarriorReady156

6 months ago, Carly Byer

Military options presentation and recruiter panel. Considering military service? Hear from local recruiters and the MCHS counseling team about military options. 11/6 6 p.m. MCHS UC Warrior Room

Latin-American Student Organization (LASO) had another great Day of the Dead/Día de Muertos event with dancing, face painting and more! We celebrated loved ones who we've lost with an ofrenda. #WarriorReady156

6 months ago, Carly Byer

Students coloring day of the dead skulls

Two young children coloring, one dressed as a witch

Three students eating two with face paint

MCHS Theatre Department's performance of "The Secret in the Wings" by Mary Zimmerman takes the stage Thursday through Saturday at Freshman Campus. Visit the GoFan link for details and to buy tickets. https://gofan.co/event/1960221?schoolId=IL15583 (IG: Link in bio.)

6 months ago, Amy Maciaszek

This is a friendly reminder there is no school tomorrow, November 5. No hay clases: 5 de noviembre.

6 months ago, Carly Byer

No School Election Day. No hay clases Dia de eleccion

Don't forget, daylight savings ends Sunday!

6 months ago, Carly Byer