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
Annapatricia Cruz

Annapatricia Cruz, Contributing Illustrator

Annapatricia Cruz is a senior at MCHS. She enjoys drawing, crocheting, and baking during her free time. She is a fanatic over spicy foods/snacks. Her favorite TV shows are Final Space, Inside Job, and Parks and Rec. This is her third year as an Illustrator for the McHenry Messenger.

Recognition:

“Let’s skip standardized tests this year” (IJEA)

All content by Annapatricia Cruz
Though migrants crossing the Mexican border are being bussed from Texas to cities all around the U.S. without much choice or warning, the ones who end up in McHenry County have found more supports than they might expect.

[Photo] People are people

February 13, 2024
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If President Biden and former President Trump go head to head during the 2024 election, the winner will be the oldest American president ever, begging the question: Are politicians too old?

[Photo] Opinion | American politicians are too old

December 8, 2023
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Blended learning is supposed to empower students to work at the pace and place that best suits them. So why is MCHS denying the flexibility that some students need to thrive?

[Photo] Opinion: MCHS should allow off-campus blending

September 21, 2023
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Quiet students are often treated differently from louder more extroverted students, but that needs to change.

[Photo] Opinion: Unfair treatment of quiet kids needs to stop

May 4, 2023
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Because of MCHS's student volunteers this holiday season, including those from Key Club and other service organizations, many children in the community will receive Christmas presents that might not have otherwise.

[Photo] Santa's helpers

December 22, 2022
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When parents have access to grades, they can help students stay on track. But constant conversations about grades can also add pressure to students who are doing their best and struggling to keep their grades up.

[Photo] Full access

December 19, 2022
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Though students aren't allowed to eat lunch outside the cafeteria, the rule is rarely enforced. It's one of many rules that MCHS could work harder to apply consistently — or do away with entirely.

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It's easy to get excited about all the food served during Thanksgiving, but some foods at the feast are better than others. Take cranberry sauce and sweet potatoes, which are the season's best.

[Photo] Opinion: Don’t forget the cranberry sauce and sweet potatoes

Kaitlyn Wenzel, Staff Reporter
November 24, 2020
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Right as the Halloween decorations come down, it only makes sense to put up Christmas decorations. Why not make the most wonderful time of year a little longer?

[Photo] Pro: The Christmas season begins November 1

November 19, 2020
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There's a holiday between Halloween and Christmas called Thanksgiving. Let's celebrate each of these holidays one at a time and make the most out of them.

[Photo] Con: Let's celebrate one holiday at a time

November 19, 2020
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Halloween vs Christmas op-ed

[Photo] Point-counterpoint: Christmas in November

November 19, 2020
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The current COVID-19 pandemic has lead to many people looking for a fur-ever friend, but has also made it more difficult to take care of pets.

[Photo] Pets of the pandemic

MJ Smit, Staff Writer
November 23, 2020
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