Please click on the link below to see a screencast that has a detailed explanation on MCHS Digital Learning Plan 2.0, and how it is different from digital learning in the spring. Changes were made as a result of feedback from staff, students and families. Thank you for your input! READ MORE >
Principals at East Campus and West Campus sent newsletters to families Friday with important information to start digital learning on Aug. 19. Please click the links below to see the newsletters. Happy learning! East Campus Parent Update West Campus Parent Update READ MORE >
A new school year at MCHS begins on August 19. Our day runs from 8:15 a.m.-3 p.m. with both synchronous and asynchronous learning for students. Zero hour will be 7:50 a.m.-8:50 a.m. on "A" days. Class periods begin with video meetings. More info will be coming in the next few days on how all students connect with classes in Schoology. READ MORE >
To make sure that all students have the means to access learning materials when away from school, MCHS has provided the following resources. We are committed to making sure that all students have access to low-cost or free WIFI either in the home or throughout the community.Visit the Access to WiFi Outside of School Resources page READ MORE >
Application Notice: Our State of Illinois Certified Applicators will apply Speedzone Pesticide at McCracken Field between Monday, August 17 – August 21. Our time frame is because of State of Illinois laws involving when we can spray. Weather and wind are a large factor. Look for “white flags” to know if an area has been sprayed.Detailed Information regarding this... READ MORE >
Please see the new calendar for 2020-21 school year to reflect the MCHS Digital Learning Plan 2.0 for the first semester. Please note that the first day is Aug. 19. Under the new digital learning plan, Aug. 17-18 are now digital planning days. READ MORE >
An important update from Dr. McTague Warrior Family, I want to thank you for your patience and understanding as we worked to reopen our schools in the fall. We believed our comprehensive Return to School plan was solid, and the hybrid option was the best approach to bring students back to our building safely. However, as we have stated, this is a very fluid... READ MORE >
McHenry High School has released a revised 2020-2021 school calendar - complete with the Black/Orange Day Hybrid Schedule. Please see the links below for more information:Revised 2020-2021 School Calendar - with Hybrid ScheduleTo read the details about the Black/Orange Day Hybrid Schedule, please see the MCHS "Focus on the Future" Return to School plan. READ MORE >
Please be sure to check our Covid-19 Updates and Resources page often as we will be updating it frequently READ MORE >
Dear Warrior Family, As you know, we have been working all summer long with our transition team and other stakeholders to develop our “Return to School Plan” based on the guidance provided by the Illinois State Board of Education (ISBE) and Illinois Department of Public Health (IDPH) requirements. Our goal from the moment the ISBE guidance document was released... READ MORE >
Online registration for the 2020-2021 school year is now open. Please click on the link below to access instructions for the online registration process.Online Registration 2020-2021 READ MORE >
Staff Member of the Month: Erbach looks to inspire young journalists and all students Dane Erbach didn’t always feel that his high school experience was reflected in student publications. A percussionist who played with a youth orchestra as well as a band of peers, Erbach left school thinking he’d done some interesting things that went unnoticed. Now, as a... READ MORE >
Staff Member of the Month: Connor uses his own life lessons to inspire students When Matt Connor was in high school, he relied on a special teacher to help show him the way to a successful future. Things have come full circle for Connor, a graphics teacher who runs the MCHS Print Shop, as he tries to do the same for his students. Connor credits lessons learned... READ MORE >
Official Notice to Bidders Information Notice is hereby given that McHenry Community High School District 156, McHenry, IL, will receive sealed bids from interested trade contractors for 23B-2 Test & Balance for McHenry High School West Campus Addition and Renovations. Sealed bids will be received at McHenry Community High School District 156, 4716 W. Crystal Lake... READ MORE >
Matt Adam, McHenry High School math teacher and newly named Air Force Association Aerospace Education STEM Teacher of the Year for Illinois, said his focus is meeting his math students where they are to get them where they need to be. His work as a teacher, along with his other jobs as a digital literacy coach, assistant athletic director, driver education teacher... READ MORE >
Tune in Sunday, June 28, to see the Class of 2020 Virtual Graduation Ceremonies for both East Campus and West Campus. MCHS staff have been working hard to put together a wonderful keepsake for the Class of 2020 students who have the distinction of graduating during a worldwide pandemic. The West Campus ceremony is scheduled to premiere at noon on June 28. Click... READ MORE >
As we prepare to begin behind the wheel instruction, we just want to make sure you know the safety precautions we will be following during this period: If you have a cough, fever greater than 100 degrees, flu-like symptoms: chills, muscle aches, headaches, sore throat, loss of taste or smell, or diarrhea. Please stay home and do not come to driving until you... READ MORE >
Registration information for the 2020-2021 Lil Warriors Preschool at McHenry East and West has been released. Please see the link below for registration information. Lil Warriors Preschool Registration Information For any questions regarding this program, please email Melissa Farris. READ MORE >
McHenry Community High School District 156 is pleased to announce the 2019-2020 recipients of the Illinois State Seal of Biliteracy and Commendation for the Seal of Biliteracy. The Seal of Biliteracy is a public recognition of graduating students who demonstrate a high level of proficiency in English and at least one other language in the domains of listening,... READ MORE >
In the middle of March, teaching at McHenry High School -- and across the nation -- changed dramatically. Teachers had to rely on technology more than pencil and paper. Fortunately for McHenry High School, years of preparing for digital education helped make it a fairly smooth transition. But it wouldn’t have been so smooth without the efforts of six teachers... READ MORE >
Attention students! Students - for technology support with your Chromebook, Schoology or Skyward, please see the following information: Email Support or phone at (815) 759-5137 Chromebook Instructions READ MORE >
See below the video presentation enjoyed by our students and families May 27 at the McHenry Drive-In Theater. Please join us in congratulating our Class of 2020! READ MORE >
McHenry High School District #156 Grading Practices During COVID-19 School Closure Parent Letter - COVID-19 Closing 3-13-2020 MCHS Emergency Digital Learning Plan - Student and Parent Procedure and Guidelines Student Parent Reminder 3-15-2020 Access to Wifi Outside of School Form for students without Internet Access/ Formulario para estudiantes Sin Acceso al... READ MORE >
MCHS - Schoology Performance Message and Guidance MCHS - Mensaje del Funcionamiento de Schoology y Orientación READ MORE >
