McHenry Community High School

During the recent food drive at Upper Campus, members of the Latin American Student Organization (LASO) collected 678 non-perishable items for the Youth and Family Center. Mrs. Santoianni's AIM class donated the most so they'll receive hot chocolate and doughnuts. 🧡🖤

12 months ago, Amy Maciaszek

MCHS students in LASO collected 678 non-perishable items in a recent food drive. Photo of students with items collected.

Upper Campus Teaching as a Profession students observed freshmen classes and spoke to teachers on Wednesday to get a taste of what it's like being a teacher. #WarriorReady156

12 months ago, Carly Byer

Student standing with teacher talking to her

Student at desk in an education program shirt with a notebook

Freshman Campus was happy to have alum and author Elizabeth Holden talk about her book, “Mighty Millie Novak" on Wednesday. Wednesday was also World Read Aloud day so Elizabeth read an excerpt from her book to the students. #WritersWeek

12 months ago, Carly Byer

Elizabeth reading her book Mighty Millie Novak out loud. Elizabeth Holden Author of Might Millie Novak on a poster

Elizabeth speaking to students. Poster of Elizabeth Holden Author Mighty Millie Novak

Maggie Smith, author of “Good Bones,” a collection of poetry, visited Upper Campus on Tuesday as we celebrate Writers Week! She told students if you have something that makes you feel the most like you when you're doing it, don't stop doing it. #WarriorReady156

12 months ago, Carly Byer

Student getting her book signed by Maggie

Maggie and English teacher. English teacher holding her book, "You Make This Place Beautiful."

Maggie in front of a slide that says "When I Was Your Age" and a photo of herself when she was younger.

🎥 Watch: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MFDa_Odep20 The Warrior Weekly covers: ⛷️ Ski and Snowboard Club ♻️ Recycling at MCHS 🌤️ Weather Forecast ❄️ Snowball Dance #WarriorReady156

12 months ago, Carly Byer

Students on a slope getting ready to ski and snowboard

Student in front of a weather green screen

Sort your waste recycle sign. What to recycle and what to throw out

The MCHS Foundation Committee is accepting nominations until March 1 for the Distinguished Graduate program to recognize MCHS alumni who have gone above and beyond. Nominate someone here: https://www.dist156.org/page/distinguished-graduate-program. (IG: link in bio.)

12 months ago, Carly Byer

Accepting Nominations Distinguished Graduate McHenry Community High School District 156 Photo of previous Distinguished Graduate Erica Borggren with slide of herself behind her as she talks to students

On Tuesday, students interested in pursuing training programs in automotive, welding technology and more learned about offerings at WyoTech, a specialized trade school in Wyoming. See the college and career page on the district website for future-ready resources. https://www.dist156.org/page/collegeandcareercounselor (IG: Link in bio.) #WarriorReady156 #CTEMonth

12 months ago, Amy Maciaszek

WyoTech representative talks to students about trade school programs

Therapy dog Bailey gave some encouragement to students taking ACCESS tests this weeks. #WarriorReady156

12 months ago, Carly Byer

Happy School Counselors Week! Thank you counselors for all you do!

12 months ago, Carly Byer

Happy School Counselors Week! Photos of our 9 counselors

Happy Black History Month! Join us in celebrating Black history, culture and achievements. The MCHS Black Student Union is planning several events throughout the month. Read more: https://www.dist156.org/article/2006207

12 months ago, Amy Maciaszek

Black History Month February 2025 with red, yellow and green

The MCHS National Honor Society is hosting a glow run to raise money for CASA of McHenry County. Please join us May 2 at Freshman Campus for this great event! The run starts at 7:45 p.m. Visit the link to learn more and sign up! https://bit.ly/4jQ6IpA (IG: Link in bio.)

12 months ago, Amy Maciaszek

Flyer for May 2 Miles for Smiles Glow Run 5K hosted by National Honor Society

MCHS Alumni: Create your profile today and help us with the 5000 Warriors Project. Our Alumni Association is growing and here to serve you! http://bit.ly/MCHSalumniprofile (IG: link in bio.)

12 months ago, Carly Byer

Attention Warrior Family - come out and support the MCHS Foundation and the next great event. They will be hosting Dueling Pianos at the Vixen on 2/22 and all proceeds will go back to the MCHS Foundation to provide scholarships and funds for students in need and other special activities. Reserve a table for friends. Tickets are $15 and it will be sure to be a blast. https://www.vixenmchenry.com/event/mchs-foundation-benefit (IG: link in bio.)

12 months ago, Carly Byer

Felix and Finger the Vixen 1208 Green Street McHenry Dueling Pianos the Vixen Live music, comedy and spirits. McHenry High School Foundation Cash Prizes Sat. February 22 7:00 p.m. (over 21 event) $15 100% of proceeds go to support of the McHenry High School Foundation

Please see the link for our current job opportunities, including the recently added social science division chair position. https://bit.ly/2W2wnSh (IG: link in bio) #WarriorReady156

12 months ago, Amy Maciaszek

Image of student learning area to promote hiring of MCHS staff members

Dr. McTague awarded graphics student Wynter Bolger a certificate for designing our 2023-2024 annual report. Awesome job, Wynter! Check it out here: https://online.fliphtml5.com/gyqba/hpzm/#p=1 (IG: link in bio.) #WarriorReady156

12 months ago, Carly Byer

Matt Conor, Wynter Bolger and Dr. McTague posing for photos. Wynter holding certificate for completing the annual report. Dr. MCTague holding the Annual Report.

Dr. McTague speaking to a class. Matt Connor standing next to him. Wynter standing next to him. Graphic Car wraps in background.

AVID (Advanced Via Individual Determination) students at both campuses heard from guest speakers. Freshmen AVID students were visited by alum and Cubs organist John Benedeck. Upper students met Director of the Dinosaur Institute, Dr. Nate Smith, over Zoom. #WarriorReady156

12 months ago, Carly Byer

Dark room with students looking at a slide show with a photo of camping in the snow

Dark room with students looking at a slide about Antarctic dinosaurs

Students in Mrs. Hanson and Mrs. Cabalquinto's classes made beautiful items to sell to staff in an effort to raise money for Saturday's MCHS Polar Plunge for Special Olympics. Great work! Learn more about the Polar Plunge and donate: https://bit.ly/4gfWU5a (IG: Link in bio.)

12 months ago, Amy Maciaszek

Photo of craft items made by students to sell and raise money for the Polar Plunge

There is still time for MCHS students to purchase tickets to this weekend's SnowBall dance! Tickets must be purchased by noon on Saturday. https://gofan.co/event/2475329?schoolId=IL15583 (IG: link in bio.)

12 months ago, Carly Byer

SnowBall February 1 Mocktail Hour: 6:30-7:30 p.m. Dance 7:00 p.m.-10:00 p.m. McHenry High School Freshman Campus 1012 N. Green Street McHenry, IL 60050 $10 A TICKET. Buy your tickets now.

Eight members of the MCHS boys wrestling team have joined in the school’s first-ever Polar Plunge fundraiser for Special Olympics. As of Thursday, MCHS is on track to raise more than $4,000 at Saturday's event at Upper Campus. Learn more: https://bit.ly/4gfWU5a (IG: Link in bio.)

12 months ago, Amy Maciaszek

Image of woman participating in Polar Plunge for Special Olympics Illinois

April 9, all students in grades 9-11 will be taking the ACT and the PreACT. To prepare, take the Warrior ACT Prep program taught by MCHS teachers! We encourage all juniors to sign up. Students on free lunch will have their fees waived. Register soon. Space is limited. http://bit.ly/WarriorACTPrep2025

12 months ago, Carly Byer

5 Sessions $35 All sessions $35. All sessions are held in the UC Warrior Room. Warrior ACT prep. Quest for your best! Develop a growth mindset. Open to all 11th, 10th and 9th grade students. Session Saturday 9:00-11:00 a.m . Sunday 12-2p.m. Tuesday 3:15-5:15 p.m. Intro to the ACT and Strategies to Beat Your Goals: February 1, February 16, and February 11. Beat your ACT Goals English: February 15, March 2, and March 11. Beat Your ACT Goals: Reading: February 22, February 9, March 4. Beat your ACT goals: Math: March 8, February 2, February 25. Beat your ACT Goals: Science: March 1, March 9, and February 18. 2 hour sessions Learn tips to improve in al subtests Practice strategies to eliminate wrong choices. Participate in short activities that mirror the test experience. Reduce test anxiety and gain confidence. And Much much more1! ACT/Pre-ACT Testing Date April 10th. Online Registration form : bit.ly/WarriorACTPrep2025 Unlock your potential with test prep from our trained staff. Please bring Chromebook, calcula

5 Sesiones $35. Todas las sesiones se llevan a cabo en el WARRIOR Room de UC. PREPARACIÓN PARA EL ACT. ¡BUSCA lo mejor de TI! DESARROLLA UNA MENTALIDAD DE CRECIMIENTO. Abierto a todos los estudiantes de 11º , 10º y 9º grado. ELECCIONA TU DÍA DE ENTRENAMIENTO Elige 1 de cada una de las 5 sesiones: Sesión, Sábado 9-11a.m., Domingo 12-2p.m., Martes 3:15p.m.-5:15p.m.. Introducción al ACT y estrategias para superar tus metas: 1 de feb, 16 de feb, 11 de feb. Supera tus metas de ACT: Inglés: 15 de feb, 2 de marzo, 11 de marzo. Supera tus metas de ACT: Lectura: 22 de feb, 9 de feb, 4 de marzo. Supera tus metas de ACT: Matemáticas: 8 de marzo, 2 de feb, 25 de feb. supera tus metas de ACT: Ciencias 1 de marzo, 9 de feb, 18 de feb. Fecha de la prueba ACT/Pre-ACT: 10 de abril. Sesiones de 2 horas Aprende consejos para mejorar en todas las subpruebas Practica estrategias para eliminar las opciones incorrectas Participa en actividades breves que reflejen la experiencia de la prueba Reduce la ansiedad de las pruebas y gan