Students in Mrs. Pelletierās capstone Biomedical Innovations class wrapped up research projects and presentations last week that included a look at electrical changes in the body with strength training, caffeineās impact on memory, and whether skin temperature affects blood pressure.
The future looks bright for our future healthcare workers!
The future looks bright for our future healthcare workers!
Congratulations to the Warrior Chef class! They all passed their Food Handler Certification exams! šØāš³š©āš³

Freshmen Intro to Business students are having fun applying business vocabulary to Monopoly transactions! They are categorizing income and expenses based on the business functions they learned.


Today, we remember and honor the lives lost on 9/11 and recognize the bravery of first responders. šŗšø #NeverForget

Sixty students planted flags to honor the lives lost during 9/11 attacks. They also made posters that line the hallway of the south entrance of Upper Campus.
Join us at Friday night's football game as we honor first responders, active-duty military members and veterans on the 25th Anniversary of 9/11. https://www.dist156.org/article/3114490
Join us at Friday night's football game as we honor first responders, active-duty military members and veterans on the 25th Anniversary of 9/11. https://www.dist156.org/article/3114490


Today is World Suicide Prevention Day. Staff throughout the years have worn t-shirts on this day to remind students they are not alone and to call 988 if they or someone they know is struggling with mental health.
https://988lifeline.org/
EspaÅol: https://988lifeline.org/es/inicio/
https://988lifeline.org/
EspaÅol: https://988lifeline.org/es/inicio/
Learn more about how to prepare for and explore college options by attending our College Exploration Presentation. Although we welcome everyone, we strongly encourage 10th and 11th grade students and families to attend. We offer two sessions:
Wednesday 9/9, 6 p.m. Upper Campus Warrior Room.
Thursday 9/10, 8:30 a.m. Livestream: youtube.com/watch?v=n5pw5jOdj6Y&feature=youtu.be
The livestream will record and remain at the same link.
Wednesday 9/9, 6 p.m. Upper Campus Warrior Room.
Thursday 9/10, 8:30 a.m. Livestream: youtube.com/watch?v=n5pw5jOdj6Y&feature=youtu.be
The livestream will record and remain at the same link.

September is Suicide Prevention Month. Remember to contact 988 if you or anyone you know needs help. You are not alone!
https://988lifeline.org/
EspaÅol: https://988lifeline.org/es/inicio/
https://988lifeline.org/
EspaÅol: https://988lifeline.org/es/inicio/

Mrs. Lawlor's and Mr. Morris' classes worked on everyday living skills by making homemade pizzas last week. They learned proper food preparation and cleanup.



Learn more about how to prepare for and explore college options by attending our College Exploration Presentation. Although we welcome everyone, we strongly encourage 10th and 11th grade students and families to attend. We offer two sessions:
Wednesday 9/9, 6 p.m. Upper Campus Warrior Room.
Thursday 9/10, 8:30 a.m. Livestream: youtube.com/watch?v=n5pw5jOdj6Y&feature=youtu.be
The livestream will record and remain at the same link.
Wednesday 9/9, 6 p.m. Upper Campus Warrior Room.
Thursday 9/10, 8:30 a.m. Livestream: youtube.com/watch?v=n5pw5jOdj6Y&feature=youtu.be
The livestream will record and remain at the same link.

Students in PE classes had some Friday fun playing volleyball in the gym! š
Senior parents/guardians, learn how to support your student's journey by attending a Senior Next Steps Presentation. We offer an in-person presentation on 8/26 at 6 p.m. in the Upper Campus Warrior Room or a livestream at 8/27 at 11:30 a.m. The livestream will record & remain at the same link.
Learn more: https://www.dist156.org/article/3085055

Lilā Warrior Preschool at McHenry Upper Campus is still accepting enrollment for the 2026ā2027 in the afternoon program. We still have a couple of spots open! The program runs from September through May on Tuesdays, Thursdays and Fridays.
To enroll or request additional information, please complete the enrollment form or contact Melissa Farris at farrismelissa@dist156.org.
https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdP25kOwy_I_hPsKVXn9ElEvcT3w4COxk_w3cxF1tAxY6pYLg/viewform
To enroll or request additional information, please complete the enrollment form or contact Melissa Farris at farrismelissa@dist156.org.
https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdP25kOwy_I_hPsKVXn9ElEvcT3w4COxk_w3cxF1tAxY6pYLg/viewform

On Wednesday, students stayed after school to write letters to local veterans!


Senior parents/guardians, learn how to support your student's journey by attending a Senior Next Step Presentation. We offer an in-person presentation on 8/26 at 6 p.m. in the Upper Campus Warrior Room or a livestream at 8/27 at 11:30 a.m. The livestream will record & remain at the same link.
Livestream: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=b2nNjNA5T_0
Livestream: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=b2nNjNA5T_0

The Warrior Shack will be at the 815 Day with band and choir at Miller Point this Saturday, 8/15 5-7 p.m. The Shack is making room for its new inventory. They will have long sleeves on sale for $20, and short sleeves on sale for $10. They will have a bundle deal of one long sleeve & one short sleeve for $25!

And just like that it's the start of the 2026-2027 school year! Welcome, Warriors!

Celebrate 815 Day this Saturday 5-7 p.m. with our band and choir at Miller Point! šµ

Thank you to our Starbucks partners for making opening day so special! Our teams and managers at the 120 store, Sarah Munts-Skow, and South 31 store Krista Marotz were so wonderful in the way they welcomed the staff for a great new school year.

Come get your car washed by the Vocal Warriors August 8, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at McHenry Advanced Autos. All proceeds go to the singers' personal tour funds.

