Today is a lucky day! There was a huge rainbow in the sky as our students were entering South Campus. Happy Wednesday!
1st through 4th grade boys and girls are invited to join us for MCHS’s Haunted House of Hoops! Presented by boys and girls basketball, kids will participate in the clinic on October 26 from 4:30 - 6:30 p.m. at South Campus. Doors open at 4:15 p.m., clinic runs 4:30 - 5:50 p.m., and a Trunk-or-Treat will take place from 5:50 - 6:30 p.m. Pre-registration is required by scanning the QR code below.
There is an early release school day tomorrow, Wednesday, September 27! Please be sure to follow the early release bell schedule. View the schedule here: https://bit.ly/43QvAVn
Did you know that September is Deaf Awareness Month? 1 in 5 teenagers in America have some type of hearing loss. Over 48 million people in the US have a hearing loss. Sign Language is the FOURTH most used language in the United States. Also, Sign Language uses more than just your hands! Your face and body are a huge part of ASL. #DeafAwarenessMonth
On #MinookaMonday, we'd like to welcome our newest social worker at South Campus, Tiffany Kanak. She received her BSW from ISU and MSW from UIC. She lives in Bolingbrook with her husband, two daughters, and an Australian Cattle mix dog named "Potter". She is looking forward to building relationships and providing support to students and staff and getting to know the MCHS community!
We are currently hiring an administrative assistant to the transportation director. Want to join our team? Apply today! https://shorturl.at/Q0239
Join us for our annual Hits for Hugs fundraiser volleyball game on October 10th at Plainfield Central! During this game we give back to our community through Shorewood Hugs. Please consider buying a t-shirt or sweatshirt to support this great cause (shop closes 9/28). We hope to see you there! https://hitsforhugs23.itemorder.com
Today, students from MCHS, Morris H.S. and Lincoln-Way explored careers along the river through a partnership with RiverWorks Discovery. They gained insights and appreciation for the vital contribution rivers provide the nation. The interactive presentations gave students a valuable chance to meet and speak with individuals employed in river careers.
Our Student Services Office is hosting “Conquering College Costs” virtual event to all of our MCHS families. Watch the videos at www.youtube.com/@frankpalmasani1903 and join us for the live Zoom on Wednesday, October 4 at 7 p.m. where Frank Palmasani, author of “Right College, Right Price” will discuss how you can reduce your college sticker price and answer all your questions. Zoom link: https://bit.ly/3Pj9llk
The volleyball team poses with their 4A runner-up trophy after a stellar performance at State in 2017. #TBT #ThrowbackThursday
At last night's Board of Education meeting, we recognized TJ Quinn for setting a new school record at the Lemont Invite playing at one of the hardest courses high school kids can play, Ruffled Feathers. TJ shot a 64! This is a tremendous accomplishment and we are incredibly proud of him! #mchsproud
Join us for the District 111 Foundation’s Ugly Christmas Sweater Party and support our students and staff. Tickets will be available at https://bit.ly/45QBd7I
Congratulations to Aidan Martinez for receiving a Deans' Office Positive Referral! Aidan saw Mr. Matt Clark slip off his scooter on a wet morning in the parking lot and quickly went over to help. He lifted the scooter off Mr. Clark. Way to go, Aidan! #mchsproud
We are hiring a School Nurse or Nurse Assistant. Interested in joining our team? Apply today at https://bit.ly/3P5PBRW.
A big thank you to Mike Powers, a Cross Country assignor for officials, who presented during Mr. Brad Kunz's officiating class last Friday! Our students were engaged and many are interested in certification.
On #MinookaMonday, we are excited to welcome Patrick Carter, a new chemistry and physics teacher here at MCHS! He graduated from SIUE with a B.S. and University of Phoenix with a M.A. in Curriculum and Instruction. He is also a National Board Certified Teacher. He currently lives in Yorkville with his wife Jenny, two teenage kids, and one crazy yellow lab, Luna! He is looking forward to getting to know and working with the great kids at MCHS!
The National Honor Society is hosting a Pink Out Football Home Game on Friday, October 13. Proceeds will benefit Pink Heals and the work they do in our community. Order a shirt to support Pink Heals and cheer our team to victory! We also invite any breast cancer survivors/warriors and their families to come and be recognized between the sophomore and varsity game (around 6:15 pm). RSVP for recognition to Anthony Babich, NHS Advisor, at ababich@mchs.net. https://mchspinkout2023.itemorder.com/shop/home/
We are currently hiring for a Bus Mechanic. Want to join our team? Apply today! https://shorturl.at/ivG19 Questions? Contact Cathy Haase at (815) 467-5133 or chaase@mchs.net.
We are thrilled to announce that MCHS has been selected to be featured as one of ABC7 Chicago’s Friday Flyover schools! Students and staff are encouraged to join us on Friday, September 29 at Central Campus Stadium when ABC7 will feature us on the morning news between 5-7 a.m. The helicopter will be filming from above the stadium as well as filming with a morning news anchor on the field. Arrive by 4:15 a.m. and wear orange! A complimentary breakfast will be provided. Freshmen and sophomores will have a shuttle back to South Campus before the school day begins. We hope to see you there!
Congratulations to senior Kyle Ebner on receiving a Deans' Office Positive Referral! A staff member was trying to help a student through the student section during Friday's football game. Kyle helped clear the way to assist the staff member and fellow student. Way to go Kyle!
