2024 MCHS Foundation Scholarship Recipients
MCHENRY COMMUNITY HIGH SCHOOL DISTRICT 156 FOUNDATION, INC.
“COMMUNITY SUPPORTING EXCELLENCE”
OUR PHILOSOPHY/MISSION
The McHenry High School District 156 Foundation exists to obtain funding to provide financial support to students, enhance educational opportunities, and encourage innovation and scholastic achievement. The Foundation will fund annual scholarships and innovative educational programs that inspire and motivate our students.
GOALS
The Foundation has THREE areas of emphasis:
Provide Financial Support for Students
Enhance Educational Innovation and Extracurricular Opportunities
Foster Partnerships that Support the MCHS Education Foundation
The Foundation is made up of a diverse group of individuals from the community, many of us are past graduates of McHenry High School. We are dedicated to raising funds and reviewing annual grant requests from educators in order to determine where the funds can have the greatest impact on the students of McHenry High School.
BOARD OF DIRECTORS
Ryan Lay - President
Kristina Shay - Secretary
Jessica Pettit - Treasurer
Ryan McTague
Carl Vallianatos
Natalie Vallianatos
Chris Byers
Drew Buss
J.R. Bocian
OUR PHILOSOPHY/MISSION
The McHenry High School District 156 Foundation exists to obtain funding to provide financial support to students, enhance educational opportunities, and encourage innovation and scholastic achievement. The Foundation will fund annual scholarships and innovative educational programs that inspire and motivate our students.
THE NEED FOR ADDITIONAL FUNDING
Like many school districts around the country, McHenry High School District 156 continues to experience increasing educational needs and not be solely depend on local, state, and federal tax revenues.
This situation has created a need for alternative funds to provide our students with comprehensive and future-focused educational programs. To address the increasing costs of advancements and support material, as well as support students with financial needs, the McHenry Community High School Foundation was established.
The financial support of alumni, parents and friends of the McHenry Community High Schools has become increasingly important. In order to thrive, we need your help.
BUSINESS GIFTS
Businesses can make gifts to the Foundation and receive tax deductions as well. If you own a business, you may wish to consider establishing a permanent endowment in the business or company name… a way to benefit education and positively impact your tax situation.
MATCHING GIFTS
If you are an employee, spouse, or a participating retiree of a company with a Matching Gifts Program, a gift to the McHenry Community High School Foundation may qualify to be matched by your company. Check with your employer’s personnel or benefits office.
SUPPORT
All Foundations rely heavily on the support of the many friends, alumni, and community who generously give. Your tax deductible contribution, in any amount, will be very much appreciated and used carefully to further educational goals beyond what the District provides.
DISTINGUISHED GRADUATE PROGRAM
McHenry Community High School 156 Foundation partners with MCHS and the Alumni Association to annually recognize our history with the Distinguished Graduates -- McHenry High School alumni who have made a significant impact after leaving high school.
To be considered for the award, nominees must be graduates of McHenry High School for at least 15 years. MCHS is looking for graduates who stand out in career achievements, humanitarian work, and community service, among other things.
Those chosen as Distinguished Graduates are honored with a plaque featuring a photo and listing of accomplishments and displayed in school buidlings.
For more information on the MCHS Distinguished Graduate Program please click HERE.