We’re proud to announce MCHS has been named a Project Lead the Way (@PLTWorg) 2023-24 Distinguished School for our work to increase student access, engagement, and achievement in our PLTW computer science, biomedical science and engineering programs. #STEMeducation
almost 2 years ago, Amy Maciaszek
Project Lead the Way
Congrats to INCubatoredu students on their pitch night! Retrofitters Co. (blanket sweaters) won first place, Dirty Cans (power-washing) won second place and Pac Bites (simple ingredient dog treats) won third place! The Candy Cabin and Stickers and Such also did a great job!
almost 2 years ago, Carly Byer
Three students standing on stage in their blanket sweaters with Retrofitters Co slide in the background
Three students on stage in green Dirty Cans t-shirts with their Dirty Cans logo in the background. One is inside a can.
Three students on stage. One at the podium. On with a dog on a leash. And a third one standing with their dog treats Pac Bites logo in the background
Three students on stage one. holding a basketball and the other at the podium with a laptop.
Three students on stage with Candy Cabin logo in the background.
May is Asian American, Native Hawaiian, and Pacific Islander Heritage Month, and a time to celebrate rich history, vibrant cultures and great contributions that AANHPI communities bring to our society. Learn more: https://asianpacificheritage.gov/ (IG: Link in bio.)
almost 2 years ago, Amy Maciaszek
AANHPI Month
Happy School Principal's Day to Dr. Prickett and Mr. Eiserman! #SchoolPrincipalsDay
almost 2 years ago, Carly Byer
Photo of Greg giving an award to someone. Selfie of Jeff in front of graduation crowd. Photo of Greg smiling. Photo of Jeff at a podium.
Mr. Poci's dual credit chemistry students gradually changed the pH levels of red cabbage. The red cabbage changes colors depending on the pH level resulting in a colorful experiment. #WarriorReady156
almost 2 years ago, Carly Byer
Vials with different color liquid in them: red, purple, blues and greeens
Four students working on their lab table three using paper. One on a laptop
Three students in lab goggles. One putting liquid into a vial
Two students on their laptop by a lab table. Another student looking at the studetns computer
Two students looking at a beaker of purple liquid
University of Illinois Chicago advisor Victor Brito gave students a Latino College Empowerment presentation on Tuesday. He encouraged students to always ask questions as they prepare for college. #WarriorReady156
almost 2 years ago, Carly Byer
Victor in front of the kdis
A group of students in a large room with Victor talking in front of them
🎥 Watch: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=YoZhLM99IDQ The Warrior Weekly Covers: 🎵 Tri-M's Coffeehouse 🏫 Upper Campus Sneak Peak 🏊 Water Polo 🎓 Upcoming Senior Events 🏸 Badminton 🍦 Yogeeze Frozen Yogurt #WarriorReady156
almost 2 years ago, Carly Byer
Students holding up lights at the coffee house event
Water polo players in the water
A large amount of students sitting at tables
Badminton players
Cereal containers for frozen yogurt toppings
Happy National Therapy Animal Day to all of our friends who have visited with our students over the years! Thank you for your paws-itivity! 🐾
almost 2 years ago, Amy Maciaszek
National Therapy Animal Day
National Therapy Animal Day
National Therapy Animal Day
National Therapy Animal Day
There's still time to sign up for the Saturday's Miles for Smiles Color Run! The fastest MCHS student gets $100 for Amazon, while second and third winners get $50 and $25, respectively, for Healthy Hub. https://runsignup.com/Race/IL/Mchenry/MilesforSmilesColorRun (Link in bio.)
almost 2 years ago, Amy Maciaszek
NHS Color Run
Plan on joining us for the Scene Study course's one-act showcase on Friday, May 10t at 7 p.m. in the Upper Campus Auditorium. Admission is free! #WarriorReady156
almost 2 years ago, Carly Byer
Scene Study One-Act STEM by Arelen Hutton. Champ at the Border by Lesley Becker
⭐ We hope everyone had an amazing starry night at prom!
almost 2 years ago, Carly Byer
Five students at prom posing. One holding two peace signs up
Six students posing at prom one holding peace signs. Two holding rock on signs.
Nine girls posing on the dance floor atp rom
Eight members of the junior prom court
Eight members of the senior prom court
Six boys posing at prom
Four boys posing at prom
Prom coordinators posing with a star background and a light up object that says "Written in the Stars"
Three girls and a guy posing at prom
Two students posing with a teacher at prom
We hope freshmen enjoyed visiting the Upper Campus today! Thank you to our senior leaders who helped out! #WarriorReady156
almost 2 years ago, Carly Byer
Students playing tug of war
Students playing tug of war
Staff Infection staff band singing
Students watching a presentation
Wish Warrior Student Media luck as they compete in the IHSA state journalism competition today! #WarriorReady156
almost 2 years ago, Carly Byer
Group photo of all the Warrior Student Media students. Graphic says, Good luck, Warrior Student Media!
Mark your calendars for May 4 and plan to join the Latin American Student Organization (LASO) for the second annual Latin X-Perience. Read more on the district's website. https://www.dist156.org/article/1568402 (IG: Link in bio.)
almost 2 years ago, Amy Maciaszek
Latin X-Perience May 4
We recognized our staff who have been at MCHS for a number of years and our retirees. Congrats to BJ MacDonald on 40 years! Congrats to our retirees: Donna Vesely, Teri Graszer, Tracy Cody, Bryan Wright, Paul Wilm, Jean Benedetto, Leanna Anderson and Chris Steltzriede!
almost 2 years ago, Carly Byer
Bj smiling
Dr. Prickett with Jean Benedetto
Joe Zelek talking about Leanna
Shae on the podium talking about Tracy
Terry, Donan and Chris with Maureen talking about them
Dana talking about Paul Wilm
Kim Faith with Brian Wright holding a plant
Tracy Cody and Jean Benedetto
We are pleased to announce Erica (Watson) Borggren, class of 1998, is our 2024 Distinguished Graduate! Erica has had an impressive professional and personal journey. Read about Erica on our Distinguished Graduate page: https://www.dist156.org/page/distinguished-graduate-program
almost 2 years ago, Carly Byer
Headshot of Erica
Erica with husband son and daughter
Erica in military gear
Sports writer Marty Maciaszek visited MCHS Wednesday to talk to Coach Beerbower about the growth of powerlifting for an upcoming Daily Herald newspaper article. The MCHS powerlifters are headed to a state powerlifting meet next month. #WarriorReady156
almost 2 years ago, Carly Byer
Marty Maciaszek and John Beerbower smiling together
Marty Maciaszek and John Beerbower sitting at a table smilingogether
Marty Maciaszek and John Beerbower talking at a table together
Happy #ThankfulThursday ! Freshman Campus is thankful for Colleen Eddy, Heidie Dunn, and Dina Kogan (not pictured).
almost 2 years ago, Carly Byer
Colleen Eddy holding her "You did grate" postcard
Heidie Dunn holding her "You did grate" post card
Hampshire and MCHS baseball are joining forces for the 9th Annual Strike Out Cancer Game. You can purchase a plaque for $10 commemorating someone who has been affected by cancer. The names will be engraved on a wooden plaque in the shape of a baseball helmet and displayed throughout the game. All checks should be made out to Hampshire Baseball and can be given to Coach Rockweiler, Coach Badgley or Coach Freund. Proceeds will go directly to the Jason Motte Foundation. Order your plaques here: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSf9QLoJO2BLI1hpIJVdqMKn_4wJXoeMAi8I4AdkOL319dns5w/viewform
almost 2 years ago, Carly Byer
9th Annual Strike Out Cancer 6:30 p.m. Friday, May 17 Trout Park in Elgin. McHenry High School and Hampshire High School
Happy Administrative Professionals Day! We could not function without you. Thank you for all you do!
almost 2 years ago, Carly Byer
Polka dots and cartoon books with an apple on top. You brighten up the workplace! Happy Administrative Professionals Day!