We hosted our End of the Year Lunch and celebrated our retirees (Vickie Selk, Lyle Selk, Paula Miller, Lynn Koza, Frank Lazzaro, Pam Rabe, Julia Riedmaier, and Trent Bontreger). Congratulations and best wishes to these eight who together served 134 years to MCHS!
Calling all incoming MCHS freshmen or sophomores , learn everything you need to know about MCHS theater at the 2025 Theatre Camp! Join us July 23-25 in the Performing Arts Center. To register, visit https://bit.ly/45kjGXE , or for questions contact tburton@mchs.net
On Memorial Day, we honor the fallen heroes who bravely defended our country. These service men and women gave the ultimate sacrifice and we are eternally grateful. 🇺🇸
We are excited to announce a new fall football freshmen sideline cheer team! Tryouts are Monday, June 2. Complete the form to receive more information. https://bit.ly/3FnBkza
Congratulations, Coach Scott Keers! Our Head JV Softball Coach, has reached an incredible milestone — 250 career wins as our JV Softball Coach. This season, his JV team wrapped up another outstanding year with a 24-6 record. #mchsproud 🧡🥎🖤
A special congratulations to four incredible people selected for our Distinguished Awards program created to recognize excellence and partnership at MCHS. Mr. Matt Clark was voted to receive the School Spirit Award, Mr. Josh Bell was selected to receive the Staff Member of the Year Award, and Deanna Watson and Katie Diaz-Hughes of the Mental Health Matters Fund were selected to receive the Community Partner of the Year Award for their collaboration and partnership. Congratulations!
Happy last day of school! We hope everyone has a wonderful summer. MCHS summer hours begin June 2nd through August 1st, Monday-Thursday 7 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. and Friday 7 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. The South Campus Main Office only will be open in June and the Central Campus Main Office only will be open in July. Thank you for a wonderful school year! 🧡☀️🖤
Congratulations to senior Palmer Calvey for winning the Joliet Junior Women's Club scholarship that honors a young woman who exemplifies volunteerism, strong character, and scholarship within her community. She submitted an impressive application, which included an essay and recommendation letters, and had an interview with the JJWC selection committee. #mchsproud Learn more at https://jolietjuniors.org/scholarship-info/
Good Luck to Our Girls Track & Field Athletes! Wishing our incredible Minooka athletes the very best as they compete at the State Meet this weekend! Your hard work, determination, and team spirit have brought you to this moment — now it's time to shine! #mchsproud
Mrs. Julie Ziel's Clothing 2 class went on a field trip to JoAnn Fabrics to shop for various fabrics to create and show off their finished products!
We are excited to feature MCHS alumna Kristin (Chmielewski) Johnson, Ed. D. '03 who is the Assistant Superintendent of Instruction at Mokena School District 159. While at MCHS, she played volleyball and basketball and was a part of the National Honor Society and French National Honor Society. She earned a bachelor's degree in elementary education from Monmouth College and two master's degrees from Lewis University in Educational Leadership and Curriculum and Instruction with a focus on English Language Learners. She also earned her doctoral degree from University of St. Francis with a Superintendent Endorsement where she also adjunct teaches. She's the 2025 recipient of the Illinois State Board of Education's "Those Who Excel Award of Excellence for Administrators". Kristin lives in Minooka with her husband and twin sons who will attend MCHS in the fall of 2026. #mchsproud 🧡🖤
Attend the Minooka Wrestling Club Little Ninjas free clinic June 3-7! Email or call to register at (815) 242-1725 or info@minookawrestlingclub.com. Visit www.minookawrestlingclub.com for more information.
Our school calendar for the 2025-2026 year is live and viewable for your convenience. Mark your calendar for important dates and special events! https://bit.ly/4jcgVLw
Congratulations to our retirees, who combined, have a total of 134 years of service to MCHS! They were honored at last night's Board of Education meeting for their dedication to our students and the district. We wish them well in their retirement! #mchsproud
A new summer track club is now available for boys and girls entering grades 5-12! Whether they are brand new to the sport, are experienced and want to test out a new event, or are advanced and looking for a place to do some serious training in the summer...all are welcome! Register here: https://bit.ly/3xrgKtA For more information, contact bhespell@mchs.net.
We are pleased to announce the 2025 Hall of Fame Class! They will be formally recognized during Homecoming weekend, October 3-4. Congratulations! Read more here: https://bit.ly/4mpBRkP
We welcomed several new MCHS staff members last week at our New Hire Luncheon! We are excited for them to join our team and know they will do great things. Please help us give a warm welcome to our newest hires!
Time is running out to order your customized, brick paver! Sales end May 30th and bricks will be placed in early August. Buy a brick for $125 to be placed at Central Campus Stadium and create a lasting memory, honor someone special, and support the Hall of Fame. Learn more at https://bit.ly/4dTXiWL. Questions? Contact 815-521-2320.
Congratulations to our MCHS valedictorian, Taya Gummerson, and salutatorian, Samantha Hulick! We are proud of your hard work and determination and know you will do great things. Best of luck on your next adventures! #Classof2025 #mchsproud
Class of 2025, you may pickup your diploma this week (May 19-23) from 7:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. in the Central Campus Main Office. Any diplomas not picked up will be mailed home in the coming weeks. Congratulations again on your graduation!
