We continued our tradition of having freeze pops at summer school! Students lined up during one of their breaks to enjoy a frozen treat from admin.
28 days ago, Carly Byer
Five students, two of them holding freeze pops
Students standing in line
Students in summer school health practiced CPR!
30 days ago, Carly Byer
Two students with a baby CPR mannequin and adult mannequin
Students practicing CPR on baby CPR mannequin and adult mannequin
Students practicing CPR on baby CPR mannequin and adult mannequin
For the second time in school history, McHenry Strength earned a Program of Excellence Award from the National High School Strength and Conditioning Association.
Programs are evaluated on six key areas, including safety and instructional efficacy.
Congratulations to all!
30 days ago, Amy Maciaszek
Photo graphic for McHenry Strength award as Program of Excellence
Mr. Sterner is happy to announce Freshman Campus received $1750 in supplies from Burger King Foundation's Crown a Classroom program! Local Burger King restaurants raise funds through round up and coupon campaigns and provide supplies to local schools. Thank you, Burger King!
about 1 month ago, Carly Byer
Burger King Foundation proudly supports teachers and education. BFK Crown a Classroom. We truly appreciate all the hard work, dedication, and impact you make every day. Sticker on Box
Box of gluesticks
Box of Colored pencils
Box of pencils and erasers
Box of highlighters, pens, sticky notes and dry erase markers
Great job to our students who made our academic achievement lists for the spring semester. Keep working hard, Warriors!
https://www.dist156.org/page/academic-achievement-list
about 1 month ago, Carly Byer
Academic Achievement Lists MCHS logo

Amy Druml, MCHS Class of 1994, is the 2026 Distinguished Graduate. Read all about Druml's career in healthcare and support of the MCHS biomedical science program on the district's website.
https://www.dist156.org/article/2970068

about 1 month ago, Amy Maciaszek
Amy Druml, center, is the 2026 MCHS Distinguished Graduate
Please see the link below for our current job postings, including the recently added anticipated dean of students position for the 2026-2027 school year.
https://bit.ly/2W2wnSh
about 1 month ago, Amy Maciaszek
MCHS is hiring a dean of students for 2026-2027

We are excited to announce MCHS East class of 2011 alum Miles Canevello will be at the next Heart of the Fox event 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. on June 13 at Ryan Buss Zone Skate Park. Miles' non-profit Push Forward Organization specializes in merging skateboarding, education and wellness. Check out the Facebook event page: https://www.facebook.com/events/s/heart-of-the-fox-on-wheels/1627520838525054/

about 1 month ago, Carly Byer
McHenry Chamber of Commerce Heart of the Fox  On Wheels Proud of our People Proud of Our Place. Try it with a pro! Professional skate instructor Miles Canevello. June 13 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Ryan Buss Zone Skate Park 330 Knox Drive McHenry, IL 60050 Skate with Miles Hear Miles' Story Autograph Signing Photo Opportunities.Pictures of Miles Skating and helping kids skate. Push Forward logo
Summer school has begun! ☀️
about 1 month ago, Carly Byer
Four students standing at the entryway of the school
Students walking into the school
Students doing a chemistry lab
Students sitting in classroom
Three students posing with arms around each other
Enjoy this highlight video from graduation! Song cover: "Somewhere Only We Know" by Keane.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zvPPfB-Xtxc
about 1 month ago, Carly Byer
Graduates standing by stage on the football field

Summer construction is underway at MCHS!
This summer our projects are:
-Freshman Campus: parking lot redesign, 6,000 sq. ft. pole barn
- Upper Campus: completion of all re-roofing projects, parking lot sealcoating, crack filling and re-striping
- Both Campuses: solar/photovoltaic systems, painting of the gymnasium exterior precast panels

about 1 month ago, Carly Byer
Construction in Freshman Campus parking lot
Construction in bus lane by Freshman Campus
Roofers doing work at Upper Campus
On Wednesday, MCHS German teacher Annette Folden received the County Dual Credit Instructor of the Year award from McHenry County College! Annette Folden teaches the German IV dual credit course where students can earn MCHS credit as well as eight college credits. She was honored at MCC's professional development day for dual credit teachers.
about 1 month ago, Carly Byer
Annette Folden holding award with MCC Staff member and Carl Vallinanots in front of slide that says 2026 Dual Credit Instructor of the Year McHenry County College
Annette Folden holding award in front of slide that says 2026 Dual Credit Instructor of the Year German McHenry County College. MCC staff presenting her the award
Today, we remember and honor those who gave their lives in service to our country. Their sacrifice will never be forgotten. 🇺🇸 #MemorialDay In honor of Memorial Day, offices are closed. lunes 25 de mayo: Las oficinas están cerradas.
about 1 month ago, Carly Byer
Memorial Day Remember and Honor American Flag decor

This summer, MCHS is again offering the McHenry Track Series running program for adults.
See the article on the district's website for details.
https://www.dist156.org/article/2924848

about 2 months ago, Amy Maciaszek
McHenry Track Series flyer
Five boys track events have qualified for state!
4x100 Meter Relay: Jayden Linderman, James Butler, Oliver Sznyterman & Jonah Miller, Third Place
3200 Meter Run : Myles Wagner, Sectional Champion
800 Meter Run: Nate Martin, Third Place
High Jump: Jayden Linderman, Sectional Champion
Triple Jump: Enoch John, Sectional Champion
Congratulations, Warriors!
about 2 months ago, Carly Byer
Jayden Linderman, James butler, Oliver Sznyterman, Jonah Miller putting their hands together and posing on field
Myles Wagner
Nate Martin
Jayden Linderman
Enoch John
Have a great summer, Warriors! We'll see some of you for summer school!
about 2 months ago, Carly Byer
Hello summer
Congratulations to our Tri-M Music Honor Society student chapter for earning national Chapter of the Year recognition from National Association for Music Education. The Tri-M Music Honor Society has chapters worldwide.
At MCHS, Tri-M students host Children's Music Day, Middle School Clinic, CoffeeHouse, and music classes for adjusted learning students.
Bravo! 🎶
about 2 months ago, Amy Maciaszek
MCHS Tri-M Music Honor Society earns national Chapter of the Year
Congratulations to Chris Garcia who earned the Peter R. Marsh Foundation's Silent Servant Scholarship award! Chris has over 300 hours of community service as a sophomore!
about 2 months ago, Carly Byer
Jr Bocian, Chris holding his award, Mitch Stengel and Principal Eiserman
Glass award for the choice to serve Peter R. Marsh Foundation Silent Servant Scholarship Award Deservingly Presentd to Chris Garcia Who instinctively and silently provides  selfless and invaluable service to others in their time of need. Awarded to persons of special community value by the Peter R. Marsh Foundation

Twenty-six MCHS students submitted complex parts they made for the annual Precision Machining Competition hosted by the Schaumburg-based Technology and Manufacturing Association.
Of those, nine students placed in the top three, competing against more than 300 submissions from at least 16 area high schools.
Congratulations to all! Read more:
https://www.dist156.org/article/2920178

about 2 months ago, Amy Maciaszek
Twenty-six students submitted complex parts in the annual Precision Machining Competition
Nine students placed in the top three in the annual precision machining competition
The Overwatch eSports team were honored at Monday evening's board meeting for being IHSEA state champions! Well done, Warriors!
about 2 months ago, Carly Byer
Board members and superintendent with eSports members and coach at board meeting. eSports members holding certificates