New York Times bestselling author Erika Sánchez is paying a visit to MCHS on Tuesday as part of the annual Writers Week celebration. Read more about the week's events at both buildings by clicking the link below. https://www.dist156.org/article/985637 (IG: Link in bio.)
over 2 years ago, Amy Maciaszek
Award-winning author Erika Sánchez comes to MCHS as part of Writers Week
On Wednesday we had our National Collegiate Athletic Association signing celebration. Congrats to these students who will continue their athletic careers at the college level! #WarriorReady156
over 2 years ago, Carly Byer
Seven boys pose together in front of a McHenry Warriors booth and backdrop
A family claps as their daughter smiles sitting at a McHenry Warriors booth and in front of a a McHenry backdrop
Tomorrow (Thursday) the physical education department is hosting its first-ever Wellness Fair featuring more than 16 organizations with interactive exhibits and activities to promote a healthy lifestyle. The event is free and open to the public!
over 2 years ago, Carly Byer
McHenry Community High School Wellness Fair Free and open to the public! 5 to 8 p.m. Thursday, February 2 Upper Campus Main Gym Park in South Lot. More than 16 wellness related vendors and interactive activities.
On this first day of #BlackHistoryMonth2023, we join in celebrating contributions of Black Americans today and every day. To learn more, visit the National Museum of African American History and Culture ➡️ https://nmaahc.si.edu/resistance (Link in bio.) #WarriorReady156
over 2 years ago, Amy Maciaszek
Black History Month theme for 2023 is Resistance
Dr. Ferney Ramirez Hernandez was a special guest speaker at the Bilingual Parent Advisory Committee on Tuesday evening. He presented on how to improve family relationships. Thank you for coming out to MCHS, Dr. Hernandez!
over 2 years ago, Carly Byer
Dr. Hernandez speaking to a crowd in the auditorium
Norma De La Rosa from Golden Apple spoke to students about the Golden Apple Scholars program for future teachers. Our own MCHS teacher Sr. Corzo chimed in about his time in the program. He said he was able to gain teaching experience early on in his college career.
over 2 years ago, Carly Byer
Students listening to a presenter in the College and Career Center
Norma De La Rosa presenting about the program
Sr. Corzo talking about the program
Tomorrow at 7 p.m.(Wednesday) is the District 15/156 Concert Band Festival! Get your tickets and join the fun at the Freshman Campus main gym. https://www.vancoevents.com/us/events/landing?eid=29071
over 2 years ago, Carly Byer
Band students being directed by their instructor in a band classroom
This is a friendly reminder for all eighth grade parents and students to attend Course Selection Seminar this Thursday evening.
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Save the Date Grade 8 February 2, 2023 Freshman Campus Gym 5:30 p.m. Last names A-K, 7 pm. Last names- L-Z
In this Warrior Weekly students cover the basketball staff appreciation night, SpongeBob the Musical and Staff Member of the Month Mrs. Hodges! Watch: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jMTKS3VePxE Instagram: link in bio. #WarriorReady156
over 2 years ago, Carly Byer
Students in the gym with teachers they chose for staff appreciation
Students sitting in an auditorium watching their musical directors
Mrs. Hodges working in her office
Congratulations to our wrestlers who completed an undefeated season and won the Fox Valley Wrestling Conference Championship! #WarriorReady156
over 2 years ago, Carly Byer
Wrestling member posing with the trophy, Fox Valley Conference Logo Score 54 to 19 final
There is still time to RSVP to the special Bilingual Parent Advisory Committee event with guest speaker Dr. Ferney Ramirez Hernandez! Come to the Upper Campus auditorium at 6 p.m. this Tuesday, January 31. His presentation will be given in Spanish. RSVP: https://bit.ly/3Xk4um8
over 2 years ago, Carly Byer
BPAC Special Event- Improving Family Relationships Join us Jan. 31st Dr. Ferny Ramirez Hernandez. The event will be held at the Upper Campus in the auditorium. Event begins at 6 p.m. on 1/31/23. Food and drink refreshments will be provided. Childcare and supervision will be proved in the upper gym.
BPAC- Evento especial- mejorando relaciones familiares Acomanenos 31 de enero Dr. Ferney Hernandez Este evento se llevara a cabo en el Upper Campus. El evento comienza a las 6:00 p.m. el 31 de enero del 2023. Tendremos comida y refrescos. Tendremos comida y refrescos. Tendremos cuidado de ninos y supervision en el gimnasio del segundo piso.
Congratulations to Addison and Faith who have been selected to be a part of the Illinois Music Education Association All-State Band! Enjoy watching their sendoff!
over 2 years ago, Carly Byer
Two students walking with suitcases and band equipment
“She has so many responsibilities that people don’t even know,” a colleague said of Nicole Hodges, deans' assistant at Upper Campus and November Staff Member of the Month. Read more here: https://www.dist156.org/article/975465 (IG: Link in bio.)
over 2 years ago, Amy Maciaszek
Staff Member of the Month Nicole Hodges with student Vanessa Schroeder
Register for the February ZAPS training sessions to prepare for the SAT! The sessions are taught by our own MCHS trained staff. More info (English): https://5il.co/1lw6k More info (Spanish): https://5il.co/1lw6l Instagram: links in bio.
over 2 years ago, Carly Byer
Our ZAPS trained staff: Mrs. Gina Adams Math, Mr. Maxwell Zerndt Math, Mrs. Gina Nomikoudis English, Mrs. Heidie Dunn English
The eSports Rocket League team won their championship in December and are now proudly holding their trophy! Congrats!
over 2 years ago, Carly Byer
Three eSports students and two coaches holding up a trophy and a flag wit their eSports logo
Watch: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=RbAEVJzWuR4 Black Diamond is generously giving any junior who takes the March 11 SAT a Starbucks gift card! Thank you, Black Diamond! MCHS is also covering the cost of the March 11 SAT. Learn more here: https://www.dist156.org/article/962024
over 2 years ago, Carly Byer
Two women from Black Diamond standing next to a poster that says College Board SAT Scores rise A-latte! Data is very clear the more times you take the SAT... the better you will do! Juniors register to the SAT at MCHS in March and Black Diamond will buy you coffee! Thank you to our partner and sponsor Black Diamond plumbing, sewer, electric HVAC
Congratulations to the 2021-22 Warrior yearbook staff for earning several awards in their division from the Illinois Journalism Education Association, including second-place for photography. Read more: https://www.dist156.org/article/974383 (IG: Link in bio.)
over 2 years ago, Amy Maciaszek
Warrior yearbook earns awards from Illinois Journalism Education Association
You are invited to the MCHS Wellness Fair! There will be a variety of exhibitors that will provide information, resources, handouts, and demonstrations related to overall health and wellness! Come to the Upper Campus main gym from 5 to 8 p.m. on February 2.
over 2 years ago, Carly Byer
McHenry Community High School Wellness Fair, free and open to the public, 5 to 8 p.m. Thursday, February 2 Upper Campus Main Gym Park in South Lot More than 16 wellness related vendors and interactive activities. An apple with greenery in the background of the flyer.
MCHS students who participated last summer in a countywide manufacturing internship program were recognized during Monday’s school board meeting. Fifteen students completed more than 3,000 paid hours at local companies. Interested students should contact Mr. Menke.
over 2 years ago, Amy Maciaszek
Dist 156 honors students who completed paid manufacturing internships last summer
Dist 156 board honors students who completed a paid manufacturing internship last summer
Dist 156 honors students who completed paid manufacturing internships last summer
The Warrior Weekly is back! Watch the latest episode to see wrestlers, dodgeball, the academic team and more! #WarriorReady156 https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nuvkDOF3iik
over 2 years ago, Carly Byer
A dodgeball team in white shirts and black shorts pose together in the gym
The Academic team waves to the camera
An MCHS student and competing student shake hands in a dark gym before a wrestling match