This week, we welcomed area elementary schools to join us for Children's Theater performance of "What Happened After Once Upon a Time". There were dance parties, laughs, and lots of fun. Thank you to the cast and crew and all who joined us for a performance!
Our Geometry in Construction students visited Heritage Woods of Minooka again this year. These students made flower pots in class to gift to the retirees while visiting with them. It was a great experience for both groups! #mchsproud
Congratulations to six MCHS students who are taking classes at Grundy Area Vocational Center (GAVC) and were recently presented with Director Awards for their outstanding performance in class for the month of April. We are so proud of them! #mchsproud
Congratulations to junior Jillian Alsip who finished 6th in Yearbook Caption Writing and senior Rafael San Pedro who finished 6th in Yearbook Theme Development at this weekend's IHSA Journalism State Finals. We are so proud of our students and all the tremendous work they did this year. #mchsproud 🧡🖤
Interact is going to the moon! The MCHS Interact chapter is one of 300 Rotary chapters chosen around the world to have a picture placed in a time capsule aboard the Griffin moon lander atop a SpaceX Falcon heavy rocket scheduled for launch in late 2024. Members gathered with local Rotary members for the photo. Congratulations! #mchsproud
MCHS Alumna Krystin Smith '08 shares more about her dream job as a registered veterinary technician at The Wilds, one of the largest conservation centers in the world. Her job involves collecting blood samples, monitoring anesthesia and administering medications, among other things. Learn more about this alumni success story at https://yhoo.it/4d99z9G. #mchsproud
We are excited to announce our live stream link for Graduation. Can't make the event or want to watch it later? View it here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XZ-YGjmYW8I
Congratulations to the 55 new members inducted into the ASL Honor Society! We are proud of you! #mchsproud
Minooka Community High School is proud to announce that we once again achieved status as a U.S. News & World Report Best High School in the national rankings in 2024. #mchsproud https://bit.ly/3srDIxY
Happy School Principals' Day! Thank you to our principal, Mrs. Jamie Soliman, for everything she does for MCHS. Her unwavering support of our students, staff, and families is inspiring.
Congratulations to freshman Joclynn Stewart who was recognized as an outstanding witness at this year's Mock Trial state competition! She was one of 20 students out of 400 selected to receive the award. This is a wonderful accomplishment! #mchsproud
Join us for the MCHS Art Show this Thursday, May 2 from 6-8 p.m. in the Central Campus Commons. The event will feature one artwork from each student in each art class this school year. We hope to see you there!
Do you have a gently used formal dress in your closet that you won’t wear again? Consider donating it to the “Gowns Going Twice” program to help the “Hope Special Prom” non-profit. This organization is hosting Prom for the local special needs population. Dresses may be dropped off now through Tuesday, May 21 to the Main Office at Central Campus or South Campus.
Are you looking to volunteer? The District #111 Foundation of Educational Excellence is looking for new members! The Foundation gives back to MCHS through various fundraising efforts, offers grant opportunities for educators as well as several scholarship opportunities for students. To volunteer or learn more, email president Mike Rittof at mrittof@gmail.com.
Congratulations to seniors Carter Lundeen and Sarah Hasan! They were honored at the Illinois Principals Association Three Rivers Region Student Recognition Celebration at the Joliet Renaissance Center last week! #mchsproud
Join us for the Children's Theatre performance, “What Happened After Once Upon a Time”. The cast and crew will be performing for area elementary schools this week, but have a FREE public performance on Tuesday, April 30 at 6 p.m. in the Central Campus PAC. Donations are appreciated!
On #MinookaMonday, we'd like to feature Mrs. Ellie Bell, ASL teacher and esports coach who started at MCHS in 2022. She received both a bachelor's degree and master's degree in Deaf Education and Early Intervention from ISU. She lives in Morris with her husband and fellow MCHS teacher, Mr. Bell. She loves sharing new opportunities, culture, and language with students and seeing the growth they make in a short time.
The MCHS horticultural class will once again offer flowering annuals, foliage, and vegetables. There is a limited selection of coleus, sunpatiens, geraniums, pansies, tomatoes, herbs, and vine crops. Plants sold Monday through Friday 9 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. Interested? Contact Ms. Kristen North at knorth@mchs.net. Payment accepted by cash or check only.
We are currently hiring an Anticipated Head Girls Basketball Coach. Interested in joining our team? Apply today! https://bit.ly/4bQcoMc
We are currently hiring special education teachers. Interested in joining our team? Apply today! https://bit.ly/4bQcoMc
