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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

MCHS's varsity football team took on Hampshire on August 30 during their season opener at McCracken Field, losing 16-17.

Bright lights and long nights

Rose Wenckebach, Artistic Director September 10, 2024

As the sunsets on McCracken Field, the varsity team laces up their cleats. The roar of the fans echo in the stands as the starting varsity players line up to snap the ball, beginning MCHS's beloved Friday...

Students walk into the Upper Campus Wednesday, the first day of school, while Warrior activities welcome them back.

Gallery | First Week of School

Afton Ingraffia, Staff Writer August 20, 2024

MCHS welcomed back students on the first day of school August 14. Both students and staff showed up in good spirits and ready to start a new school year. “My first day at Upper Campus was really good,”...

On Thursday July 18th, student athletes of MCHS came together to support each other on the track during Speed Night.

Gallery | Speed Night

Rose Wenckebach, Staff Writer July 28, 2024

On July 18, MCHS's cross-country team hosted their very first open Speed Night. This event was available to any and all athletes of MCHS. The purpose of this event was to test an athlete’s speed ability....

Seniors were able to walk the halls of their old elementary school before entering adulthood.

Gallery | Senior graduation walk

Grace Bellavia, Staff Writer May 15, 2024

On May 10, MCHS Students marched through Hilltop, Duker, Valley View, Landmark, Harrison,Riverwood and Edgebrook Elementary School wearing their graduation regalia and were greeted by their former teachers. “I...

This past Friday, the Lil Warriors preschool lab students graduated in the Upper Camus Library.

Future students

Lily Adams, Features Editor May 13, 2024

A preschool student stands up at their graduation. She received her diploma with a big smile on their face. Looking around she sees her family and her teachers clapping and cheering for her. This is a...

Freshman students got a tour of the Upper Campus on April 26 during special Sneak Peek. Students ended the day with a pep rally and a performance from Staff Infection, including special ninth grade drummers.

Gallery | Upper Campus Sneak Peak

Afton Ingraffia, Freshman Contributer April 29, 2024

Freshmen attended an Upper Campus Sneak Peek for their upcoming sophomore year on Friday. Senior leaders toured their freshmen around Upper Campus and showed them the hang of getting around and what their...

On Tuesday, Jan. 16, MCHS's varsity dance team competed at Hampshire High School in their Conference Competition.

Gallery: Varsity dance

Madison Harvey, Head of Broadcast Coverage January 18, 2024

On Tuesday, the varsity dance team traveled to Hampshire High School to perform in their Conference Competition. This year's competition routine featured exciting new elements and impressive solo work....

Players celebrate a point during the varsity volleyball match against Burlington Central on Sept. 5.

Gallery: Volleyball against Burlington Central

Mackenzie Sroka, Editor-In-Chief September 7, 2023

On Tuesday, the girls varsity volleyball team played Burlington Central in the Freshman Campus main gym.  Warrior Nation wore white and cheered all game long in support of the team. While the team...

On Sunday, August 27, MCHS's community gathered to welcome home Veterans from their return of the Honor Flight trip.

Gallery: Honor Flight Welcome Home Celebration

Elijah Latronica, Staff Writer August 29, 2023

On August 27, The McHenry community gathered to support and celebrate a group of veterans who were returning from the Honor Flight trip to Washington D.C. at the Upper Campus. The event was open to the...

On Friday, August 25, the Warriors played their first football game against the Hampshire Whip-Purs at Hampshire High School.

Gallery: Varsity football against Hampshire

Ary Juarez, Staff Writer August 29, 2023

MCHS’s varsity football team went head to head against Hampshire High School Whip-Purs in the first football game of the season on Friday. The Warriors lost 34-0, but were able to keep their enthusiasm...

Students talk to representatives from various colleges and career paths during the College and Career Fair in the Upper Campus main gym on April 21.

Gallery: College and Career Expo

Kennedy Tetour, Managing Editor April 22, 2022

MCHS Upper Campus hosted the first College and Career Expo for the first time in two year on April 21. The event took place in the main gym and hosted nearly 100 post secondary options for sophomores,...

Students in Jim Nelson's Honors Drones class practice piloting drones in the hallways of the Center for Science, Technology and industry at the Upper Campus on February 2.

Gallery: Honors Drones and Unmanned Flights

Kennedy Tetour, Managing Editor February 8, 2022

Jim Nelson's Honors Drones and Unmanned Flights class spent their afternoons last week flying drones around the Upper Campus. Students flew their aircrafts around the Center for Science, Technology and...

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