Día de los Muertos, or Day of the Dead, is November 1-2. This traditionally Mexican holiday is for us to honor and remember those who have passed on. It is a time of joy where families and friends share stories and memories, so that even if they passed on, they will be alive in our hearts. On this holiday, MCHS libraries will be hosting a community ofrenda where staff and students are welcome to bring a picture of a loved one who has passed so that we can all honor and remember. Please bring a picture to either library starting Monday, October 30.
Congratulations to the Girls Volleyball Team who won the regional championship! We are so proud. #mchsproud
It’s not too late to see the fall play “Radium Girls” on its last night, Saturday, October 28. Hear the podcast featuring three MCHS students on WJOL at https://www.wjol.com/podcast/ and buy your tickets online or at the door! https://gofan.co/app/school/IL15586?activity=Performing%20Arts
MCHS invites local veterans to our Veterans Day Breakfast & Assembly on Friday, November 10th starting at 8 a.m. at South Campus. To submit a photo or register for breakfast or the assemblies, visit here: https://forms.gle/kWhk1YPbXffd5SZh8 or please contact Anne Seidel at (815) 521-4108 or aseidel@mchs.net. We look forward to honoring the veterans in our community!
Student members of the Children's Theatre pose for a photo while on set in 2007. #TBT #ThrowbackThursday
Yesterday, sophomores attended a presentation from our GAVC representative in regards to the programs that are available to them during their junior year. Interested students will also receive a form for the field trip next month in November to attend GAVC. It's a wonderful opportunity for our students!
Our football team plays at home on Friday against Sandburg H.S. in the first round of the IHSA 8A Football Playoffs! Everyone planning to attend MUST purchase a ticket on GoFan. Credit/debit card fees apply at checkout. This is an IHSA event, so regular season passes (Student IDs, 40-ticket passes, SPC passes, Alumni coins, District passes, Youth Program passes, etc.) are not valid for entry into the game. Bag chairs, footballs, noisemakers or other contraband are not allowed. Buy your tickets now at https://gofan.co/app/school/IL15586.
Congratulations to junior Devin McAleer for receiving a positive referral! He overheard a student worried about forgetting her P.E. uniform at home who didn't have the money for a rental. Without her asking, Devin reached into his pocket and handed her money. Devin is always kind to his classmates and willing to help when he can. Way to go, Devin! #mchsproud
The Minooka Pre-Med Club Winter Coat Drive collected over 50 winter coats, hats, blankets, etc. as well as $240.00 that were donated to Presence Cancer Care Center. Donations benefit patients that are currently battling cancer. Club officers pictured include Rhiannon Curiel, Samya Sehwail, Emily Poole, and Saoirse Gaynor. Thank you to everyone who donated! #mchsproud
Last week, the American Sign Language Club (ASL) hosted a pumpkin painting contest. Congratulations to all the winners!
There is an early release school day tomorrow, Wednesday, October 25! Please be sure to follow the early release bell schedule. View the schedule here: https://bit.ly/43QvAVn
Congratulations to our Students of the Term (first quarter)! These students are selected by teachers and staff and honored for achieving a personal standard of excellence/character, making exceptional contributions to the class, and more. #mchsproud 🧡🖤
Senior students and their families are invited to College Signing Night on Wednesday, November 8 from 3:15 - 4:30 p.m. at the Central Campus Performing Arts Center. We look forward to celebrating our athletes as they commit to colleges across the country.
On #MinookaMonday, we'd like to feature our science department chair, Mr. Chris Erickson. He originally joined the MCHS family in 2000, and after spending a decade in another district, he returned "home" in 2020. He earned his bachelor's in physics from ISU and master's degree in educational leadership from GSU. Mr. Erickson enjoys working with an amazing team of science teachers who are focused on providing meaningful experiences every day to their students. He lives in Channahon with his wife Michelle (an English teacher at MCHS), and three kids, two of whom are current students. He is a fan of the Cubs, Bears, and the WWE!
Mrs. Julie Ziel's Clothing 1 class is learning how to hand sew monsters. Check out some of the amazing work they completed! #mchsproud
At this month's Board of Education meeting, we recognized senior Noelle Klima for being named a ''Semifinalist" in the 2024 National Merit Scholarship program. She represents less than 1% of U.S. high school seniors. We are incredibly proud of her academic success! #mchsproud
We are hiring a full-time campus monitor. Want to join the MCHS team? Apply today at https://bit.ly/3NBWeuF
Join us tonight for the football game at West Aurora H.S.! All tickets must be purchased on GoFan as there are no cash sales. #HoldtheRope Get your tickets at https://gofan.co/event/1016016?schoolId=IL15413
In 2018, Senior Banquet, one of the last special events before students graduate, was hosted at the Shedd Aquarium. Students ate and danced the night away. #TBT #ThrowbackThursday
The Student Services Office at South Campus hosted the Career Exploration Fair, which was a huge success! A big thank you to the participating community businesses, colleges, trades, service people, and more for spending time with our students and sharing their career expertise. The event allowed students to ask questions and learn more about potential college and career options for life after graduation. #mchsproud 🧡🖤
