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
Berenice Santiago

Berenice Santiago, Social Media Designer

Berenice Santiago is a sophomore at McHenry Community High School. When she is not in class she enjoys reading, taking pictures, and hanging out with friends and family. Between being Student Council’s sophomore publicist and Key Clubs Reminders Chairperson, Berenice dedicates most of her time attending church and helping out around her church. This is Berenice’s first year on The McHenry Messenger Staff.

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Recently, the official White House social media accounts have posted videos and images that blur the line between politics and communication.

The White House is being criticized for offensive social media posts

Berenice Santiago, Staff Writer
March 17, 2025
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MCHS competed at BPA last weekend.

[Photo] Members of BPA return from weekend at state

March 11, 2025
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MCHS Boys Varsity Basketball Team had their senior night on Friday, Feb. 14 in the Upper campus main gym.

[Photo] Gallery | Boys basketball senior night

Hunter Blake, Sports Editor
March 10, 2025
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Dr. Jeff Prickett, who has served as one of MCHS's principals since 2017, announced Wednesday that he will be leaving District 156 at the end of the school year.

[Photo] Upper Campus principal to leave MCHS at end of school year

Ffion Curtain, Online Managing Editor
February 27, 2025
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POLAR PLUNGE

[Photo] MCHS to take its first ever polar plunge

January 22, 2025
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Professional Bull Riding stomped their way into Allstate Arena in Rosemont on Jan. 11. with Brady Fielder covering 3 bulls that night.

A wild ride

Berenice Santiago, Social Media Designer
January 17, 2025
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Professional Bull Riding stomped their way into Allstate Arena in Rosemont on Jan. 11. with Brady Fielder covering 3 bulls that night.

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Professional Bull Riding stomped their way into Allstate Arena in Rosemont on Jan. 11. with Brady Fielder covering 3 bulls that night.

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Professional Bull Riding stomped their way into Allstate Arena in Rosemont on Jan. 11. with Brady Fielder covering 3 bulls that night.

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Professional Bull Riding stomped their way into Allstate Arena in Rosemont on Jan. 11. with Brady Fielder covering 3 bulls that night.

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Professional Bull Riding stomped their way into Allstate Arena in Rosemont on Jan. 11. with Brady Fielder covering 3 bulls that night.

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Professional Bull Riding stomped their way into Allstate Arena in Rosemont on Jan. 11. with Brady Fielder covering 3 bulls that night.

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Professional Bull Riding stomped their way into Allstate Arena in Rosemont on Jan. 11. with Brady Fielder covering 3 bulls that night.

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Professional Bull Riding stomped their way into Allstate Arena in Rosemont on Jan. 11. with Brady Fielder covering 3 bulls that night.

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Professional Bull Riding stomped their way into Allstate Arena in Rosemont on Jan. 11. with Brady Fielder covering 3 bulls that night.

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Professional Bull Riding stomped their way into Allstate Arena in Rosemont on Jan. 11. with Brady Fielder covering 3 bulls that night.

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Professional Bull Riding stomped their way into Allstate Arena in Rosemont on Jan. 11. with Brady Fielder covering 3 bulls that night.

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Professional Bull Riding stomped their way into Allstate Arena in Rosemont on Jan. 11. with Brady Fielder covering 3 bulls that night.

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Professional Bull Riding stomped their way into Allstate Arena in Rosemont on Jan. 11. with Brady Fielder covering 3 bulls that night.

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Professional Bull Riding stomped their way into Allstate Arena in Rosemont on Jan. 11. with Brady Fielder covering 3 bulls that night.

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Former Republican presidential candidate Robert F. Kennedy Jr. and Republican presidential nominee former U.S. President Donald Trump shake hands during a campaign rally at Desert Diamond Arena on Aug. 23, 2024, in Glendale, Arizona.

Trump’s questionable cabinet

Berenice Santiago, Social media designer
December 13, 2024
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ski and snowboard

[Photo] Hitting the slopes

Ffion Curtain, Online Managing Editor
December 6, 2024
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At MCHS's Upper Campus, students have planted a tree outside the school to honor passed loved ones.

[Photo] Students plant remembrance tree to honor lost loved ones

November 21, 2024
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At MCHS's Upper Campus, students have planted a tree outside the school to honor passed loved ones.

[Photo] Students plant remembrance tree to honor lost loved ones

Tate Bartelson, Staff Writer
November 21, 2024
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On Nov. 11, MCHS opened its doors to U.S. veterans to celebrate their sacrifices with the students on Veteran's Day.

[Photo] Honored today and always

Afton Ingraffia, Features Editor
November 18, 2024
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Republican presidential nominee former President Donald Trump arrives to speak during an election night event at the Palm Beach Convention Center on Nov. 6, 2024, in West Palm Beach, Florida.

U.S., McHenry County goes for Trump in General Election

Berenice Santiago, Social Media Designer
November 12, 2024
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The varsity girls cross country team comes together to cheer each other on before a meet at McHenry Township Park on Aug. 31.

The heart of the team

Berenice Santiago, Social Media Designer
November 5, 2024
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Alumni Arlett Z. Diaz, class of 2024, received the GritGrant award on Oct. 18

[Photo] Adversity, grit, family

October 28, 2024
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Though it's illegal to drink or be drunk on any school grounds at MCHS, intoxicated students and adults being escorted out of McCracken has become a more normal sight this season.

[Photo] Worth the risk?

Lily Adams, Editor-in-Chief
October 25, 2024
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MCHS first ever flag football season ended with a loss against Antioch in the Regional Championships.

[Photo] Raise the flag

October 22, 2024
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Softball fields are quickly being put together right outside the halls of MCHS.

[Photo] Construction in the works

October 21, 2024
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On Friday Oct. 11, MCHS had their annual Homecoming game that resulted in a win against Crystal Lake Central with a score of 19-0, being the first Homecoming win in 3 years.

[Photo] Gallery | Homecoming football game

Rose Wenckebach, Artistic Director
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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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.

[Photo] Powderpuff showdown

Afton Ingraffia, Features Editor
October 18, 2024
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