McHenry High School's student-written and -edited newspaper

The McHenry Messenger
McHenry High School's student-written and -edited newspaper

The McHenry Messenger
McHenry High School's student-written and -edited newspaper

The McHenry Messenger
Juniors in the course American Studies participated in Chautauqua and spent the day dressed in character and voting on different policies.

Gallery | Chautauqua

Lily Adams, Editor in Chief
December 11, 2024
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On Wednesday, Oct. 9th, MCHS had their annual powder puff game. Parents, students, and staff filled the bleachers to watch the seniors take home the trophy.

Powderpuff showdown

Afton Ingraffia, Features Editor
October 18, 2024
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On Oct. 7th, Erica (Watson) Borggren visited MCHS upper campus to talk to students and tour the building.

Gallery | Distinguished Graduate Erica Watson Borggren

Lily Adams, Editor-in-Chief
October 18, 2024
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Students, and staff dressed up for Hoco week to show school spirit. Hallways were filled with school spirit and buzz.

Gallery | Homecoming spirit week

Berenice Santiago, Staff Writer
October 17, 2024
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MCHS had their brand new Homecoming route ending at Millers Park for Pack the Point. Students were able to enjoy food and the homecoming crowning.

Gallery | Homecoming parade

Lily Adams, Editor-in-Chief
October 15, 2024
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This year for Homecoming’s dance, MCHS’s students are looking for a mix of both the upbeat slow-dance worthy, along with some throwbacks and some recent chart-toppers.

Playlist | Dancing for a century

Gabe Santos, Staff Writer
October 11, 2024
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The week of the 23rd, the class of 2028 got to experience pride camp with their senior leaders to grow student bonds.

We are the fighting Warriors

Lily Adams, Editor in Chief
October 10, 2024
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On Friday, Sept. 27, MCHS's football field was packed with players and staff for their annual Staff Appreciation game against Burlington Central.

Gallery | Football Staff Appreciation Night

Rose Wenckebach, Artistic Director
October 8, 2024
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MCHS girls play great matches against Dundee Crown on Wednesday September 18th.

Gallery | MCHS girls varsity tennis

Rose Wenckebach, Artistic Director
September 25, 2024
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The MCHS Cross Country team competed on August 31st at McHenry Township.

Gallery | McHenry County Invite

Berenice Santiago, Staff Writer
September 16, 2024
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MCHS's varsity football team took on Hampshire on August 30 during their season opener at McCracken Field, losing 16-17.

Bright lights and long nights

Rose Wenckebach, Artistic Director
September 10, 2024
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On Friday September 2nd, McHenry hosted their Nike Kick off. Featuring JV and Varsity football as well as for the first time Girls Varsity Football.

Gallery | Nike Classic Kickoff

Afton Ingraffia, Staff Writer
September 6, 2024
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