When you think of the “perfect” community, what do you think of? Many people think of wealth, where every person lives comfortably, while others claim that a community is defined by the character of...
Brooke Allard, Artistic Director
• February 17, 2026
A kid is sitting in their math class, struggling, but getting through their homework. They look over and see the student next to them with their Chromebook open. The student sees them putting problems...
They’re juggling homework, exams–and business plans. At MCHS, student entrepreneurs are turning creativity into commerce, putting out their businesses that range from custom clothing lines to beauty...
As Smyth is sitting at his desk, one of the students he coaches and counsels comes to his desk clearly distraught. He’s known this student since they started back at MCHS and knows how to help; show...
There’s been a trend students may have heard of lately – promises of a gas made of stars, when really it’s just nitrous oxide, stirring up controversy for being used as an inhalant despite its branded...
A junior walks into their AP US History class on the first day of school, right as the bell rings. They sit down, already having trouble finding a seat, when even more students file in behind them. As...
A preschool student walks into MCHS. She walks across the hall, hand in hand with her high school teacher to the Lil´ Warrior Preschool. She hangs up her bag and gets ready for her day at school. While...
Leylah Moreno, Artistic Director
• September 21, 2023
In previous years, students who met requirements were allowed to leave the classroom and even school property during the period on designated blending days. However, it has now...
Daisy Lomeli walks up to the mic knowing she has the weight of the graduation speech on her hands. Wiping her palms she takes the microphone and gets ready to say one last goodbye to the people she's grown...
Walking through the halls, a McHenry High School student notices fighting near the bathrooms. In response, a school resource officer nearby issues adjudication citations, or tickets, to the students. All...
Gabe Santos, Arts and Entertainment Editor
• May 18, 2023
Local darlings Robotman burst onto the scene in early February to roaring applause. The group, composed of junior students Charlie Miller, Coco Levesque, and James Mihevic, would win the Battle Of The...
A student walks into class, hearing rumors of a snow day from students and staff alike. She opens her email only to find no update from administration. No email means no snow day but, with no update to...