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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

A student rushes out to the Upper Campus parking lot after school to beat the traffic that, in some ways, is caused by seniors who are required to stay in the building until the end of the school day.

Opinion | Beat the rush — re-introduce Senior Incentive

Olivia Smith, Staff Writer November 14, 2024

After four long and difficult years of high school, the end is now in sight for the class of 2025. They have worked tirelessly to graduate and deserve every bit of special treatment they can get. This...

Democratic presidential nominee Vice President Kamala Harris departs the stage after conceding the election during a speech at Howard University on Wednesday, Nov. 6, 2024, in Washington, D.C.

Opinion | The U.S. failed Kamala Harris on Election Day

Grace Bellavia, Staff Writer November 13, 2024

The current Vice President of The United States, Kamala Harris, ran for President and lost. 139 million votes were counted, and as of Nov. 7, there are still some left to be counted, however it is clear...

Scores of law enforcement personnel from various agencies gather at UC Irvine to displace hundreds of demonstrating students, faculty and supporters protesting the treatment of Palestinians and the UC system's investments in Isreali interests, On May 15, 2924.

Opinion | Tragedy, not trend

Gabe Santos, Opinions Editor November 8, 2024

Injustices and tragedies are occurring every day. Another school shooting, another hate crime; the genocide in Palestine, the invasion in Ukraine; the battle for abortion rights and the fight for LGBTQ+...

High schools have been quick to judge others for making mistakes even if they are easily fixable.

Opinion | Judge, jury, and drama

Gabe Santos, Opinions Editor November 6, 2024

The gossip culture of high school is brutal to say the least. A first time offender can quickly turn into a junkie or a drunk in the game of telephone and while certainly not okay, it is not so uncommon...

The Upper Campus's Center for Science, Technology and Industry was designed to be a beautfiul learning place with walls of windows. But with new issues arising many people have questions on if these walls can keep student safe.

Opinion | No place to hide

Maggie Demski, Copy Editor November 5, 2024

Throughout the country active threats in schools have become a growing fear in all students, including MCHS and the greater community. Specifically, students who have classes in the Center for Science,...

A flag hangs outside of the Upper Campus the day before the Election Day in the United States, a reminder of citizens' civic duty to cast their ballot for the President of the United States on Tuesday.

Opinion | An open letter to Donald Trump and voters of the 2024 election

Gabe Santos, Opinions Editor November 4, 2024

I was 9 years old when Donald Trump was elected as President of The United States. I was 13 when Joe Biden took his place. I am 17 years old now, and feel powerless knowing it is possible that come January...

Editorial Cartoon | Right or left?

Editorial Cartoon | Right or left?

Beth Brackmann, Arts and Entertainment Editor November 4, 2024

Recently some Halloween costumes have been hard for others to accept as socially appropriate.

Opinion | People are not costumes

Lily Adams, Editor in Chief October 30, 2024

  Senior Daniel Avila is taking his younger brother trick or treating. He is disgusted with what he sees: Children, teenagers and adults alike dressed up in offensive costumes. Jeffery Dahmer lurks...

Editorial Cartoon | In our minds all the time

Editorial Cartoon | In our minds all the time

Claire Crockett, Contributing Illustrator October 28, 2024

Homecoming is one of the most exciting weeks of the school year—but not necessarily because of football or dances. MCHS should work harder as a school celebrate all that high school has to offer during Homecoming—and all of its groups.

Opinion | Outshined by the ball

Beth Brackmann, A&E Editor October 8, 2024

Having been open for 100‭ ‬years‭, ‬MCHS has changed a lot but one thing that’s stayed relatively the same is Homecoming‭. ‬An event created to celebrate alumni is now an event to celebrate...

Former President and Republican presidential candidate Donald Trump speaks during a presidential debate with Vice President and Democratic presidential candidate Kamala Harris at the National Constitution Center in Philadelphia on Tuesday, Sept. 10, 2024.

Opinion | Winners and losers of the Presidential debate

Gabe Santos, Opinions editor September 26, 2024

Since the last Presidential debate in June the landscape of the 2024 Presidential race has changed beyond what anyone anticipated. With Joe Biden’s sudden exit from the Presidential race, and subsequent...

Former President Donald Trump speaks at the Republican National Convention (RNC) on the fourth and final day of the event on July 18, 2024, in Milwaukee.

Opinion | Are you tired of living through major historical events?

Gabe Santos, Arts and Entertainment Editor July 28, 2024

Editor's note: A previous version of this story included statements that were unfounded and incorrect, including some regarding the supposed motives behind Trump's assassination attempt and the timeline...

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