This week's Warrior Weekly episode looks at the impact of high gas prices on students, and the impact of McHenry Messenger advisor Dane Erbach on his students.
Watch it here:
https://youtu.be/bWoCQL94bBI?si=7ad2U_iHMsJxDjxu
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17 days ago, Amy Maciaszek
Gas prices are high around McHenry
McHenry Messenger advisor Dane Erbach
The Shack Spring Sale is happening at the home baseball game from 4:30–6:30 p.m. today (April 28) at the Upper Campus baseball field.
All shirts are $5 off and all hoodies are $10 off as the Warrior Shack makes room for new inventory. Cash and cards accepted.
Stop by, grab a deal, and show your Warrior pride!
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17 days ago, Amy Maciaszek
The Warrior Shack mobile trailer sells Warrior gear at home sporting events and other activities
Today is School Bus Driver Appreciation day. Thank you, bus drivers!
17 days ago, Carly Byer
Thank you bus drivers with a bus
This past weekend, our Special Olympics athletes competed in the regional track and field meet! They all did great and the first place winners will be going to state! See their rankings here: https://www.dist156.org/article/2844187
18 days ago, Carly Byer
Student on track standing in front of how they placed
Student on track standing in front of how they placed
Student in front of first place looking happy
Student throwing something
Student on track standing in front of how they placed
Two students smiling
Student on track standing in front of how they placed
Student standing in front of fifth place
Students standing on track
Students standing on track one throwing hands up
Congratulations to our prom royalty!
King and Queen: Landon and Jeni
Prince and Princess: Harry and Eva
20 days ago, Carly Byer
Prom King and Queen Landon and Jeni in their sashes and crowns
Prom prince and princess Eva and Harry in their sashes and crowns
What a beautiful prom night! Thank you prom committee, Mrs. Adams, Mrs. Steck, and our chaperones for a wonderful night!
20 days ago, Carly Byer
6 girls posing at prom
Eight students posing with Officer Rick
Students at prom table
Two students at a table
Four students posing at table
Teachers Gina Adams and Megan Steck posing by Romeo and Juliet decor
Students dancing
Two students posing
Romeo and Juliet Prom decor on table with book and vases and greenery
On Friday, we celebrated our retirees: Karyn Burmeister, Margie Carhart and Ray Currie.
Not pictured: Mary Dyra, Pam McCarrel, Tammy Mercurio, Boyka Petrov, Kendra Roth, April Ruiz and Dave Wilson. Congratulations to all! Enjoy retirement!
20 days ago, Carly Byer
Megan Edwards reading on the microphone with Karyn Burmeister standing next to her
Heidie Dunn speaking with Marige Carhart
Teachers holding signs that say compassionate wise accepting and passionate
Ryan Ellison speaking to Ray Currie. Kim Fatih standing next to Ray.
Freshman Campus had their Upper Campus sneak peak Friday where they toured the campus and learned more about what sophomore year will be like. They ended their time with a dodgeball tournament!
21 days ago, Carly Byer
Students playing dodgeball
Gym full of student in bleachers with some playing dodgeball
Staff playing dodgeball
Warrior Chef students Maddie and Megan competed in the McHenry County College high school culinary competition. Congrats on doing such a fantastic job making a dish the judges loved! They received fourth place!
21 days ago, Carly Byer
Two students in chef gear with plates in front of them of steak, potatoes and a dressing
One student handling meat and the other chopping vegetables both in culinary gear
Congratulations to the boys team for winning the McHenry County track and field meet for the first time since 2014! They won it at home on McCracken Field.
21 days ago, Carly Byer
Boys track team holding up one finger for number one. Some wearing medals and two in the middle holding Champion Men's Team plaque

Nick Valenziano and Tim Kirk's students were honored for being Business Professionals of America state award recipients at Monday's board meeting. Senior Ariel Montes was honored for being a practicum in accounting student at Eccezion this semester. Great job, everyone!

21 days ago, Carly Byer
Four students holding certificates next to Nick Vlalenziano, board members and superintendent
Ariel holding his certificate next to board members, Nick Valenziano and superintendent
AP Calculus AB students are enjoying the beautiful weather and prepping for their exam by working problems with sidewalk chalk.
21 days ago, Carly Byer
Students in front of sidewalk chalk with mathematical equations
Students in front of sidewalk chalk with mathematical equations
Congratulations to our Upper Campus students of the month!
22 days ago, Carly Byer
Around 20 students holding their certificates
On Wednesday, students volunteered at the Hooved Animal Humane Society. They organized items, donated supplies and toured the campus!
22 days ago, Carly Byer
Group of students at farm with bins and supplies in front of them
Studnets near a horse
Students petting a horse
Studnets walking around the farm
Happy Earth Day!🌍 Environmental science students conducted a water quality investigation of Boone Creek. Environmental club cleaned up trash and decorated the Upper Campus south entrance with chalk. Students signed pledges at lunches to commit to a day of producing no trash.
22 days ago, Carly Byer
Students with yard tools in field
Student picking up trash outside
Two students singing a pledge. Sign that says "Happy Earth Day! Can you go one day without producing any trash? Sign our no waste pledge! I am zero waste"
Students on the bridge putting a long tool into the river
Students standing on the bridge by the river
Students around a table testing water
Students at a table outside, one spaying an object on the table
Students in the creek by trees
Students outside around a table with instructor
Happy earth day chalk writtenon the sidewalk of an entrance. More chalk with flowers Peace sign, butterfly with bugs matter. Sign the zero waste pledge today.
Happy Administrative Professionals Day! Thank you for all you do!
23 days ago, Carly Byer
You brighten up the work place! Happy Administrative Professionals Day
Watch: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZDDmFQzzFW0
The Warrior Weekly covers "Project Hail Mary" and the boys tennis team.
24 days ago, Carly Byer
Boys tennis team
Book

The MCHS Foundation is hosting a Kentucky Derby Party with live bands at Sideouts Sports Tavern in Island Lake from 4-8 p.m. on Saturday, May 2. The MCHS Foundation provides scholarships, supplies and a variety of financial assistance for students in need at MCHS. This year our MCHS Foundation provided over $30,000 in scholarships and support.
https://www.ticketweb.com/event/kentucky-derby-party-w-deja-sideouts-sports-tavern-tickets/14832453

24 days ago, Carly Byer
Kentucky Derby Party 4-8p.m. Saturday, May 2 Sideouts Sports Tavern Island Lake, IL Live music by Dejua Vu. After Party: Anchors Away. Derby Outfit Contest Raffles. Support the McHenry High School Foundation
Congratulations to our outstanding PE students of the quarter! The students have been selected based on their efforts in demonstrating a positive attitude, participation in activities, work ethic, respect and integrity.
24 days ago, Carly Byer
Collage of four students holding outstanding PE t-shirt Sloan Karasek Nominated by Mr. Guardalabene. Greg Tebbens nominated by Mr. Hagerty. Ava Evanger Nominated by Mr. Just. James Moore Nominated by Mr. Owens

Congratulations to our powerlifting Warriors! Our men's team are regional champions in the Illinois High School Powerlifting Association! Our Warriors were also overall meet champions. (combined boys and girls)They qualified for full team bids to IHSPLA State on May 9.

25 days ago, Carly Byer
2026 IHSPLA Warrior Regional Men's Team Champions McHenry High School. McHenry Strength. IHSPLA Students standing together one holding the award