About the Writer

Rachel Kaminski, Contributing Illustrator
Rachel Kaminski is a Junior at McHenry High School's Upper Campus. She loves to crochet in her free time, has a passion for the spotlight, and a raging sweet tooth. Although she seems to have a busy schedule between school, homework and after school activities, Rachel always finds time for one of her favorite pastime: drawing. Rachel is stoked to continue providing art for The McHenry Messenger this year.
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Recognition:
“Six chances” (IJEA)
“Behind the curtain” (IJEA)
2022 IHSA Sectionals (first in Editorial Cartooning)
2021 IHSA Sectionals (second in Editorial Cartooning, fourth in Advertising)
"Should be fine" (IJEA)
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Recognition:
“Six chances” (IJEA)
“Behind the curtain” (IJEA)
2022 IHSA Sectionals (first in Editorial Cartooning)
2021 IHSA Sectionals (second in Editorial Cartooning, fourth in Advertising)
"Should be fine" (IJEA)