McHenry Community High School

Mr. Beagle and Mr. Vallianatos visited Althoff Industries to discuss potential partnerships. They were given a tour by Mr. Bennett who is the Executive Vice President and an MCHS Distinguished Graduate class of '62.

Eleven students from the Class of 2022 earned a Seal of Biliteracy for English and Spanish, and one of those students also earned a Commendation for a Seal of Biliteracy in French. Wow! Read more: https://www.dist156.org/article/711619 (IG: Link in bio.) #WarriorReady156

Congrats to all of our artists who participated in the FVC Art show! Brianna Sorenson and Addison Putz were both given Honorable Mentions! Their art will be up in the lower level of Building A at McHenry County College through 4/18. Go check it out! #WarriorReady156

Surround Sound met with South Elgin HS and the professional choir Cor Cantiamo to work on the Faure Requiem. This is a 35 minute long masterpiece that will be performed by these singers as well as chamber orchestra on Sunday, April 24 in the First United Methodist Church in Elgin (216 E Highland Ave, Elgin). Tickets are still available to purchase at https://corcantiamo.ticketleap.com/masterworks-faure/ (Instagram- link in bio) #WarriorReady156

"She is one of the greatest teachers I've ever had," one student said about Business Instructor Erin Harris, the MCHS Staff Member of the Month for February. Read more: https://www.dist156.org/article/712995 (IG: Link in bio.) #WarriorReady156

Congratulations to our Warrior Student Media team for earning first-place in last weekend's IHSA #journalism sectionals. The 12 top-scoring #students will go to #state on April 22. Read more: https://www.dist156.org/article/708932 (IG: Link in bio) #WarriorReady156

Congrats to Alexis and Joe who were honored for their 2022 IPA Student Leadership awards Wednesday morning! #WarriorReady156

We're sure our juniors and seniors have already gone into "weekend mode" but this is a reminder that EVERY student has no school this Friday, April 15. Enjoy the long weekend! #WarriorsTakeBreaks

Mrs. Metropulos' freshman Art and Design class has been creating wall murals out of tape! #WarriorReady156

Enjoy this video from the Golden Apple Foundation's April 2 celebration of finalists for excellence. MCHS Instructor Otto Corzo is recognized at the 29:29 mark. 🎥 https://youtu.be/A--odwCwAlI (IG: Link in bio.)

🎥 WATCH: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wGYzyEtjL-M Today's Warrior Weekly covers last Monday's blood drive, the Fox Valley Conference Art Show, women's soccer and the SAT. #WarriorReady156

Tug of War matches began Monday at Freshman Campus during AIM! Which AIM group will win it all? #WarriorReady156

Juniors have SAT testing TOMORROW April 13. Freshmen and sophomores have PSAT testing THIS Thursday, April 14. Please review the chart below to know what your student is supposed to be doing on each day. Seniors, use the free time tomorrow to fill out a FREE application at MCC!

Members of the MCHS Foundation board surprised this year's Distinguished Graduate award winner Betty (Heard) Thompson 68'. Betty was an iconic educator for D15 for 34 years teaching K-3 at Edgebrook School. Betty has had numerous service activities over the years sitting on the D15 Foundation Board, the VFW Auxillary, and the American Legion Auxillary. Betty will be honored at numerous events in the coming year. Thank you Betty! Your school and community is proud of you!

Congratulations to Carl Vallianatos, D156 assistant superintendent for learning and innovation, for being recognized for excellence as an administrator in the 2022 Distinguished Service Awards program by the Illinois Chapter of the National School Public Relations Association.

The National High School Strength Coaches Association (NHSSCA) is naming our McHenry Strength as a Program of Excellence for 2022-24. The award recognizes quality, safety and more. Congratulations to Coach Beerbower and the entire team! #WarriorReady156 #NHSSCA #edtech

Some of Ms. Kirk's students competed in the MCC Marketing Challenge! Each team had to create their own marketing pitch, dress professionally and speak in front of three business professionals. We are proud of these young professionals! #WarriorReady156

Congratulations to our group of students who competed Saturday in the IHSA Journalism Sectionals. This year, for the first time ever, MCHS has students competing from every grade level and in every category. Read more: https://www.dist156.org/article/708932 #WarriorReady156

The College & Career Expo returns this year! On Thursday morning April 21, Upper Campus students will have the opportunity to engage with reps from over 100 postsecondary options, including labor unions, local businesses, military recruiters, trade schools, community colleges, and 4-year institutions. #WarriorReady156

On Friday, MCHS physical education instructors and staff celebrated the 167 students who recently completed CPR/AED training through the PE department's partnership with Northwestern Medicine McHenry. Read more: https://www.dist156.org/article/708728 (IG: Link in bio.)