Once the bell rings, some students tend not to think much about the teachers in the classroom. The day goes on, and students go through their motions without thinking twice about what they just learned. Being the teacher in that classroom doesn’t seem like an ideal career choice, but this isn’t the...

The completion date for the new tennis courts at West Campus remains uncertain as the school year and girls tennis season progresses. The new tennis courts ran into trouble when workers encountered a natural spring. The construction zone filled with water, which slowed the completion down. To account...

Many students complain that most of the information they learn in high school they will never use again. However, students on the academic team need all the knowledge they can get to be successful. Many might raise the question, "What is the academic team?" or "What do they do?", as it isn’t a “typical”...

One of the strongest and most reliable options after high school for most students without a plan is enlisting with the United States Military Service. There are a couple of options for students, including the Army, the Marines, the Navy, the Coast Guard, and the Air Force. There are many reasons...

McHenry West Campus has brought new attention and recognition to a program many thought was irreparable. Thanks to a select group of teachers and students, the strength program at MCHS has brought new opportunities and pride not just to MCHS, but to the McHenry community as a whole. From sport-regulated...