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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

During the winter, when the sun sets earlier, the winter "blahs" can make students less motivated and less interested in learning. For some of these students, Seasonal Affective Disorder might be making a tough time of year even worse.

Feeling SAD

Olivia Smith, Social Media Manager February 26, 2024

Highschoolers everywhere dread the winter. For some, it is because of the long school days and lack of holidays. But for others, it can actually be reduced down to a chemical imbalance. This is called...

By the time students finally reach the second semester of the school year, many find themselves burnt-out and unmotivated.

Second semester blues

Alexis Januk, Staff Writer February 6, 2024

Second semester, the final stretch before summer break. It goes from dark and dreary to tulips in the spring. Although many finish out strong, there are students that get lost in that darkness. With...

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