Playing in college is the dream scenario for young athletes. They’ve all played out the fantasy of being the next big Olympic star with Nike sponsorships and their picture on a cereal box.  A special group of MCHS athletes are blazing new paths and fulfilling their dreams by pursuing their sport...

The Class of 2021 of MCHS have conquered the unexpected, and the senior staff of the McHenry Messenger has had the responsibility of covering it all. Through interviewing, photographing, illustrating, and writing, they've learned a lot from students and staff. Now, they get to share their own words...

High school is characterized by a multitude of experiences, flashes of memory in the minds of the people that were witness to them. Some of these memories stand out against the rest. Most, however, fade into the background.  Still, for seniors at MCHS, these everyday experiences have been the ones...

On May 5 and 6 Surround Sound, Cadet Choir, and Concert Choirs closed out the year with their last performances in the auditorium. The last band concert will follow on May 11, featuring the Freshman, Concert, and Symphonic Bands as well. “It’s basically to make up for the entire year,” states...

Excitement runs through the roaring crowd as each class does a chant to close out the assembly. However, on the other side of town, the bleachers in the gym have  been quiet and empty for 4 years. To bring the school spirit alive again, West Campus needs to hold pep assemblies. At East Campus, pep...