Congratulations to Volleyball Coach Carrie Prosek for receiving the "Making a Difference Award" at the Shorewood Hugs Chocolate Ball this weekend. She goes above and beyond to help the community. #mchsproud
On #MinookaMonday, we'd like to feature Mr. Chris Pendergast, Social Studies department chair. He's been at MCHS since 2012. He received his bachelor's degree from ISU, master's degree from Arizona State, and master's degree from USF. He enjoys working with the students and staff on a daily basis and lives in Channahon with his wife and two kids. He's an avid Cubs and Bears fan, too!
Today is the last day to purchase a MCHS 2023-2024 Yearbook. Order yours now at www.yearbookordercenter.com and use the school code 8202.
Congratulations to five 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 January. We are so proud of them! #mchsproud 🧡🖤
Congratulations to senior Evan Verser on receiving a positive referral! Nominated by Mrs. Carrie Prosek, Evan helped our REACH students kayak, fish, and rock climb in Outdoor Ed. He was a tremendous help to his teacher, but he also had a great experience getting to know these students. Way to go, Evan! #mchsproud
Black History Month celebrates African Americans' history, contributions, and achievements. It is a time to reflect on the past, honor the present, and work toward a better future. #BlackHistoryMonth
On Throwback Thursday, in 2023, the cast of "Grease" performs on stage the first night of the show. They were an amazingly talented group of students! Don't miss out on this year's musical tickets: https://gofan.co/app/school/IL15586?activity=Performing%20Arts #ThrowbackThursday #TBT
Congratulations to Mr. Jon Calder who received a grant from the District #111 Foundation for three video cameras that will be used in video/media production courses and in conjunction with the video boards at MCHS. The grant provides hands on experience for our students. A huge thank you to our Foundation! https://www.mchs.net/page/foundation
Congratulations to junior Jacob Simpson for receiving a positive referral! Nominated by Officer Presler, Jacob made another student's day by sitting with him at lunch. Way to care about your peers, Jacob! #mchsproud
BE OUR GUEST! Community members ages 55 and over are invited to join us for a Welcome Reception and Musical Matinee, “Beauty and the Beast”, on Wednesday, March 13, at Central Campus. Light refreshments will be served at the reception at 1 p.m. and the production at 1:30 p.m. in the Performing Arts Center. Parking is limited and carpooling is encouraged. Limited tickets are available; Reservations required. Please contact Anne Seidel at (815) 521-4108 or aseidel@mchs.net to make a reservation. We look forward to welcoming you!
Congratulations to Diver Taydin Murphy who set the Morris Co-op school record in Diving with a score of 401.35 and a 1st place finish in Diving at the IMSA/Yorkville Invitational on Saturday. What an amazing accomplishment! #mchsproud
Athletes and their families are invited to join us for College Signing Day on Wednesday, February 7, 3:30-4:30 p.m. in the Central Campus Cafeteria. We can’t wait to celebrate your college commitments for next fall!
The Illinois 5Essentials Survey is now open! MCHS parents/teachers, please take a moment and share your voice to make MCHS even better. The parent survey takes only about 5 minutes to complete. Be sure to select "Grundy" County. The survey closes March 29. https://survey.5-essentials.org/illinois/
Beauty & the Beast tickets are now on sale! Grab your tickets before we sell out! https://gofan.co/app/school/IL15586?activity=Performing%20Arts
Congratulations to the Minooka Girls Wrestling team who won the First Regional Championship in IHSA History! We are so incredibly proud of your achievement. #mchsproud
Congratulations to the Varsity Cheer Team who took fifth at sectionals and is going to State on Friday! Best of luck! #mchsproud
Congratulations to Mrs. Ellie Bell who received a mini-grant from the District #111 Foundation for a program called Edible Ear, which will be used in her ASL classes at MCHS. The grant will provide a fun and engaging way for students to learn about the ear structure and what causes hearing loss. A huge thank you to our Foundation! https://www.mchs.net/page/foundation
Students can send a "cookie graham" for $3 during lunch this week to be delivered on Valentine's Day, February 14. You may also order cookies to be delivered directly to you to share. A portion of the proceeds are donated to “Deaf Planet Soul” organization. Sponsored by the ASL Club and ASL Honor Society, and sold at both campuses, be sure to order one or more!
On #MinookaMonday, we'd like to feature Ms. Katie Engel '17, ARC Coordinator and Head Girls Lacrosse Coach. She started at MCHS in 2022. She received her bachelor's degree in social sciences/history and is currently pursuing a master's degree in sports leadership. Ms. Engel loves coaching athletes both on and off the field. She lives in Newark with her beagle mix, Hunter.
We are hiring a School Nurse or Nurse Assistant. Interested in joining our team? Apply today at https://bit.ly/3P5PBRW.
