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No McHenry Pit signs have been appearing in front of houses all over McHenry. There have been many city council meetings to discuss whether or not there will be a gravel pit behind the McHenry Outdoor Theater.
Have you seen the signs?
September 21, 2023
Bus 96s route was canceled today due to a driver shortage and illnesses among district drivers. About 150 students across the district, and about 50 at the high school, were affected.
Bus route canceled due to driver shortage
September 21, 2023
Hanging up in room A203, there is a Music History map made by Molly McNulty.
New music history class introduces scratchy music and newfound complication
September 21, 2023
ASL teacher Claudia Barthuly and sub Tamra Carson merge ASL classes for practice in conversational signing on Aug. 31.
Deaf-ining ASL: American Sign Language 1 classes move online because of teacher shortage
September 20, 2023
Students boo during a 2022 indoor pep rally. According to the School-Sponsored Events and Activities bill, parent permission forms will now be required for students to attend such events.
New parent permission form required for all activities
September 20, 2023
On June 15th, Montgomery County Public Schools joined over 500 U.S. school districts in a lawsuit against several prominent social media companies for allegedly contributing to the rise in the teen mental health crisis due to their failure to fight cyberbullying and posts that glorify eating disorders, among other dangerous trends. 
Whitman reacts: School districts across the state join TikTok lawsuit
September 22, 2023
Burlingame students witness tragedy of Maui fires
September 22, 2023
GANAS Algebra 2 is just one of the six racial affinity classes that ETHS offers for Black and Latinx students.
Seeking Affinity
September 22, 2023
The use of power tools were taught to attendees, such as how to handle a chainsaw.
Biannual NorCal First Alarm Fire Camp teaches teenage girls critical firefighting skills
September 21, 2023
Holding up the Timberwolf hand sign after performing Metal Shop at halftime, seniors Austin Waldbusser and Connor Daly pose with sophomore Andrew McCarthy.The three band members spent their summer with Dum Corps International, a non-profit that is known to be the highest level of marching band available. “One [of the reasons for joining] just watching [DCI Corps] shows and being kind of a band nerd about it in general was cool and being like ‘I want to do that’,” Daly said. “Then, one of the now alumni, went to march in the corp of The Phantom Regiment last year, and I was like well ‘I can do it, someone else I know can do it, may as well try it.’”
A Summer of Passion and Excellence
September 21, 2023
Leaning back on her right, varsity tennis member junior Mia Petty prepares to receive the ball with the traditional racket swing. For student athletes, the heat has caused many changes to previously created habits involved in sport practices, but it can also be a tool, according to Petty. The heat is definitely annoying, Petty said. There are so many things that you have to do to avoid exhaustion and it feels excessive at times. [However], I think the heat further encourages me to get outside. [I want to] be exposed to the heat as much as possible so I can better acclimate to being hot and tired.
A Love-Heat Relationship With Texas
September 22, 2023
NC track hosts one of the nation’s top heptathletes: magnet sophomore Jasmine Robinson. As a freshman, Robinson broke two school records, won the Georgia High School Association (GHSA) state championship, and received multiple gold medals at the USA Track and Field (USATF) Junior Olympics. With three years left of high school track and field, Robinson has already built a collegiate level resumé.
Jasmine Robinson turns up the heat after historic freshman season
September 22, 2023
Senior Xande Santos and junior Alex Crawford have joined MLS NEXT, a pre-professional soccer league. Due to contract and Massachusetts Interscholastic Athletic Association (MIAA) restrictions, the two are unable to play for the Wayland boys varsity soccer team this season.
MLS NEXT: Two Wayland soccer players shoot towards professional
September 22, 2023
Sydney Moroney, junior, performs on the track during halftime of the varsity football game on Friday, Sept. 8. She had performed with two other girls but they graduated, leaving her to perform solo. “Whenever I finish a routine without any mistakes, I feel a great sense of accomplishment, as well as relief,” Moroney said.
Baton Twirler Performs Solo at Football Games
September 22, 2023
Lopez at age five in an A’s windbreaker with his grandfather in 2000. Photo courtesy of Lopez
Menlo Community Reacts to Possible Oakland A’s Relocation to Las Vegas
September 21, 2023
Olivia Rodrigo just released her second album, “Guts.” This album is fun, sad, surprising, and so much more. “Guts” is available on all streaming platforms.
Step in the right direction
September 22, 2023
A silhouette of Taylor Swift forms a heart with her hands in front of The Eras Tour colors.
The Eras Tour (West’s version)
September 22, 2023
Violent themes are prevalent in music. Graphic | Benjamin Zhang
Finding the beauty in violence
September 20, 2023
WSPNs Reva Datar reviews Oppenheimer by Christopher Nolan.
“Oppenheimer:” Yet another canvas for Christopher Nolan
September 20, 2023
Alston Lin creates the newest character for his comic strips on Instagram
Building a brand
September 20, 2023
The cartoon dramatizes how music theory can ease someone’s understanding of music.
Opinion: Advancing the music program with AP Music Theory
September 22, 2023
9/11 is one of the most tragic events that has taken place in United States history — a day many looked death in the eyes. People’s lives were drastically changed, including mine.
Opinion: 22 years later
September 21, 2023
Student press rights must be protected
Student press rights must be protected
September 21, 2023
Iowa legislature dictates a change in the policy of what students in Pleasant Valley’s high school orchestra should wear.
An attack on self-expression: Iowa’s gendered clothing laws restrict student freedom
September 20, 2023
The students run to the fence to congratulate the football team on their win against Ballard.
OPINION: Louisville’s shortcomings in welcoming adolescents into public spaces
September 20, 2023
Local soccer team creates opportunities for kids with special needs
Local soccer team creates opportunities for kids with special needs
September 21, 2023
Fixing a Broken Heart [Podcast]
September 20, 2023
The STEMinist Ep. 1: Do what you love
The STEMinist Ep. 1: Do what you love
September 19, 2023
The Wildcats defend the endzone against the Bartlett Hawks as the game approaches halftime on Sept. 1.
Photo Essay: WEGO wins against Bartlett
September 18, 2023
MHSNews | Librarians Encourage Students to Explore Library Offerings
MHSNews | Librarians Encourage Students to Explore Library Offerings
September 18, 2023
Fixing a Broken Heart [Podcast]
September 20, 2023
The STEMinist Ep. 1: Do what you love
The STEMinist Ep. 1: Do what you love
September 19, 2023
The Art of Beatboxing
The Art of Beatboxing
May 26, 2023
After over a decade spent loving learning, four Knights weigh passion over money and choose to become educators.
Future teachers face obstacles, follow passion
May 18, 2023
Examining how different types of accents affect people’s perceptions of others and themselves.
Accented
May 8, 2023
The Wildcats defend the endzone against the Bartlett Hawks as the game approaches halftime on Sept. 1.
Photo Essay: WEGO wins against Bartlett
September 18, 2023
Though I have visited many amusement parks, I owe my passion to Kennywood Park above anywhere else.
Memories of an Amusing Hobby
June 1, 2023
‘ONE TWO’ THREE GO: Seniors Nia Wayman, Sophia Kramer and Olivia Falcon lead the team’s formation in hip hop number ‘One Two Step,’ choreographed by Caroline Cullers. Wayman enjoyed conveying the intensity of the number to the audience.  “My favorite part would have to be the headspring whackpack kip-up,” Wayman said. Overall, though, Wayman found this year’s spring show to be bittersweet as she said goodbye to the people and program that had been a part of her life for so many years.  “I was excited throughout but I was also sad that it was the last time I would dancing as part of Blue Brigade,” she said.  Caption by Francie Wilhelm.
A Knight of glitz and ‘glamour’
May 18, 2023
PINK FOR PROM: Seniors Vaughn Vandegrift, Peter Wiseman, Max Yehaskel and Alex Gold sing and dance their hearts out at Saturday’s “Under the Knight Sky” prom. Yehaskel and Wiseman stood out in the sea of black and navy suits as the pair opted for bright pink with contrasting, yet coordinating, shirts and ties. While the style decision seemed big to onlookers, for Yehaskel it was a simple choice. “I like pink, it’s a solid color,” he said. “It almost melted when I ironed it actually. It’s 100% polyester, and I got it from Kohl’s.” Yehaskel enjoyed prom overall, except when it came to the royalty announcement. “Someone stole prom queen from me,” he joked. “It was very tragic. But other than that, it was fun.” As prom marks another milestone at the end of senior year, Yehaskel is ready to sit back, relax and enjoy his last few weeks as a Knight. “My grades don’t matter anymore [and] after AP tests I’m done,” Yehaskel said. “I’m going to go nuts, and I’m going to start cooking more.” Caption by Francie Wilhelm.
Students shine like stars ‘Under the Knight Sky’
May 17, 2023
Dance senior Lindsey Ryerson, theatre senior Mary Keith, and dance senior Alexis Carter do jazzercise moves to the song “Push It” by Salt-N-Pepa in the senior generation dance.
Dancing through History
May 4, 2023
Local soccer team creates opportunities for kids with special needs
Local soccer team creates opportunities for kids with special needs
September 21, 2023
MHSNews | Librarians Encourage Students to Explore Library Offerings
MHSNews | Librarians Encourage Students to Explore Library Offerings
September 18, 2023
MHS has struggled with a custodian shortage all year. See how this shortage affects custodian Monique Johnson, Freshman Principal Kyle Devine and French teacher Emily Thompson.
MHSNews | Custodial Shortage Puts a Strain on Staff
May 31, 2023
Marquette senior, Brigg Ernstrom, has broken the school javelin record for the third time this season. He is looking for a new record and place on the podium at the State Tournament this weekend. Royalty Free Music: Bensound.com/royalty-free-music License code: ZFA7SMIXFH5UMXCE
Senior Breaks Javelin Record
May 30, 2023
MHSNews | German Class Surprises Senior Student
MHSNews | German Class Surprises Senior Student
May 26, 2023
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Students take a bow at this year’s Penguin Project performance

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By Jae Jepsen, Pleasant Valley High School - IA
February 22, 2023
As criticism and memes about a show go viral, more people choose to watch it so they can add to the storm of hatred.

About the Buzz: How the Era of Hate-Watching is Influencing Media

By Jae Jepsen, Pleasant Valley High School - IA
February 15, 2023
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