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
Rose Wenckebach

Rose Wenckebach, Artistic Director

Rose Wenckebach is a junior in high school. She is apart of flag football and she runs rodeo as well. Last summer she also placed first in the jr photography McHenry County Fair. This is her second year on the Messenger.

Recognition:

“One for the books” (IJEA)

“More than just a victim”  (IJEA)

“Gallery | Rocket Relays (High Jump)” (IWPA)

“Gallery | Rocket Relays (Lady Warriors)” (IWPA)

“Proving the impossible” (Best of SNO, IJEA)

All content by Rose Wenckebach
Students and staff at MCHS celebrate the semester coming to an end last week on Friday Dec. 13th. Students competed in different games to see which class is truly the best at MCHS.

[Photo] All in for school spirit

Ffion Curtain, Online Managing Editor
December 16, 2024
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Students and staff at MCHS celebrate the semester coming to an end last week on Friday Dec. 13th. Students competed in different games to see which class is truly the best at MCHS.

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[Photo] Two Peas in a Problem: Never enough time

December 17, 2024
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On Friday Dec. 6, The boys varsity basketball team won 70-29 again Crystal Lake Central. Their overall score is now 5-0.

Gallery | Varsity boys basketball

Rose Wenckebach, Artistic Director
December 12, 2024
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Juniors in the course American Studies participated in Chautauqua and spent the day dressed in character and voting on different policies.

[Photo] Gallery | Chautauqua

Lily Adams, Editor in Chief
December 11, 2024
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Juniors in the course American Studies participated in Chautauqua and spent the day dressed in character and voting on different policies.

[Photo] The sincerest form of flattery

Gabe Santos, Opinions Editor
December 9, 2024
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Corona is one of MCHS’s first female wrestlers. Starting her career in 6th grade, Corona was a big reason why so many girls feel comfortable and confident to try something new and lace up those wrestling shoes.

Hit the mats

Rose Wenckebach, Artistic Director
December 2, 2024
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American Studies hosts their annual Chautauqua in the Upper Campus auditorium on Nov. 21. Junior, Devin Elbert spoke as LeBron James about gun violence in America.

[Photo] Taking their seats

December 2, 2024
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Though many tudents and teachers would say the cell phone ban has helped classes regain their focus, it has had an unintended consequence: extra screen-time in the hallways during passing periods.

[Photo] Hallway hypnosis

Brynn Kostelnik, Copy Editor
November 14, 2024
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BluePoint alert stations positioned all around the Freshman and Upper Campus are just one part of the safety system that protect students in the event of an emergency.

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Seniors football players, cheerleaders, dancers got to walk the field at MCHS last home game. Honoring the work that they have put in for their team and the memories they shared with their teammates.

Last steps on the field

Rose Wenckebach, Artistic Director
October 30, 2024
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Softball fields are quickly being put together right outside the halls of MCHS.

Construction in the works

Rose Wenckebach, Artistic Director
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.

Gallery | Homecoming football game

Rose Wenckebach, Artistic Director
October 18, 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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Teacher's who are involved in AVID all have signs on their doors such as the one Mrs.Dunn has.

[Photo] Making an impact

October 8, 2024
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