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Huntley High School Ranked #1 in U.S. for Blended Learning by Study.com

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April 17, 2019

Huntley High School has been ranked as the #1 blended learning high school in the United States by Study.com. The ranking is continued recognition of the school’s blended learning program, which has been frequently cited as a national leader in … Read more »

Huntley High School Teacher Dennis Brown Receives Tidwell Award

HHS’s Brown Named Top Journalism Teacher in Illinois

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April 16, 2019

Huntley High School teacher Dennis Brown has been named the winner of the Illinois Journalism Education Association’s Tidwell Award, which recognizes the top high school media educator in the state. Brown teaches journalism and social studies courses and serves as … Tidwell Award »

HHS Student Work on Display Through April 18 at FVC Art Show

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April 9, 2019

Fifty-eight Huntley High School students have artwork on display alongside that of students from other Fox Valley Conference schools at the 2019 FVC Art Show, which is running through April 18 at McHenry County College. Each school’s art teacher selected … Reception April 12 »

“Voice” Staff Travel to NYC to Receive Third Consecutive CSPA Silver Crown Award

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April 9, 2019

The weekend of March 20-23, six staff members from The Voice and huntleyvoice.com attended the Columbia Scholastic Press Association’s annual spring conference in New York City. There, the staff picked up their third consecutive Silver Crown Award in the Magazine Hybrid category. … 1 of 11 in U.S. »

Celebrating National Volunteer Week

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April 8, 2019

We’d like to take a moment this National Volunteer Week to say THANK YOU to the thousands of individuals who devote their time and energy to volunteering in our schools! We are so fortunate to serve a community that is … read more

Suzie the Therapy Dog Visits Chesak Elementary (VIDEO)

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April 8, 2019

Suzie is a celebrity at Chesak Elementary. From front-office staff to classrooms to students passing by in the hallway, all light up when Suzie walks by. The nine-year-old coon hound has been making regular visits to the school this year … Watch the video »

HHS Hosts IACAC Regional College Fair April 15

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April 4, 2019

Join more than 140 colleges and universities and more than 20 area high schools at Huntley High School’s IACAC Regional College Fair. Where: Huntley High School District 158 When: Monday, April 15, 2019 Time: 6:00-8:00 p.m. Check in for college … 140+ Schools »

Huntley 158 Today: Helping Students Cope with Anxiety

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April 4, 2019

Huntley 158 has devoted significant resources to helping students cope with anxiety. Across the country anxiety is affecting students, from temporary stress to ongoing and chronic disorders, at increasingly high rates. From informational resources to visits with therapy animals, Huntley … Watch the video »

Heineman, Mackeben Students Team for Inventive Science Lesson

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April 4, 2019

Students from Mackeben Elementary School were taken on a one-of-a-kind tour through the natural world without having to leave the Square Barn Road Campus. They visited neighboring Heineman Middle School for the second year in a row to learn from … View photos »

Mackeben Project Spreads Kindness Throughout the Country Over Spring Break

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April 3, 2019

Mackeben took on kindness in the month of March and spread it all around! Each of the 516 students at Mackeben painted two rocks during their art classes in March. One rock was placed in the Mackeben Courtyard as a … #KindnessRocks »

Kindergarten Registration Events for 2017-18

Huntley 158 Taking Steps to Bolster Equity and Excellence for All Students

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March 22, 2019

HUNTLEY, IL – The Huntley Community School District 158 Board of Education at its March 21 meeting approved two moves aimed at ensuring equitable educational experiences for all of its students. The District will have a new assistant superintendent focused … New Leader, Opportunity Review »

Ed Foundation Honors Outstanding Educator, School Employee of the Year

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March 15, 2019

The Huntley 158 Education Foundation honored recipients of the 2019 Distinguished Educator and Outstanding School Employee of the Year honors at its Employee Recognition Banquet March 14 at the Drendel Ballroom at Sun City Huntley. Huntley High School science teacher … read more

Information on 2019 Graduation, Prom, and Other Considerations for Seniors

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March 15, 2019

Huntley High School has compiled a microsite including full information on Graduation, Prom, and other important events and considerations for Class of 2019 graduating seniors. Visit www.district158.org/hhs/graduation/ for a welcome video from Principal Belin, list of important dates, and other … Learn more »

Martin Student and Teacher Team Up to Create Book “Dear Celiac”

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March 12, 2019

Martin Elementary School student Kristen Adam and teacher Tiffany Van Yzendoorn teamed to create a book, Dear Celiac, for children afflicted with Celiac Disease. Adam, a 5th grader, has Celiac and was inspired to write the book to share the message … 5-star reviews »

Ferrante Named NW Herald Wrestler of the Year

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March 12, 2019

Huntley High School junior David Ferrante was named 2019 Wrestler of the Year by the Northwest Herald, recognizing him for a season in which he had an individual record of 46-2 and claimed the school’s first-ever state championship in wrestling. … read more

New Band, Orchestra, and STEM Programs Coming to Elementary Schools

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March 11, 2019

Huntley 158 families: We are excited to announce two new initiatives coming to our elementary schools that will expand the horizons of our students in the music and STEM fields. Band and Orchestra to Be Offered in 5th Grade Beginning … read more

Kindergarten Registration to be Held June 4, 5, 7 at Schools

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March 8, 2019

Huntley Community School District 158 will hold registration for incoming kindergarten families for the 2019-20 school year at the District’s three kindergarten schools: Mackeben Elementary, Leggee Elementary, and Chesak Elementary. Families should register at the school their kindergarten student will … read more

2019 Young Authors Winners Announced

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March 4, 2019

Congratulations to the winners of this year’s Young Authors contest! Young Authors is an optional program for students in kindergarten through middle school that is completed at home. Participating in Young Authors puts into practice (in a fun way!) the … read more

HHS Students Selected for Rockford Art Museum Young Artist Show

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March 1, 2019

Twelve Huntley High School students have been selected to exhibit their artwork at the Rockford Art Museum’s 78th annual Young Artist’s Show. Students submitted their work in January to be judged, along with hundreds of students from schools within the … On Display March 3-31 »

Registration Open for 2nd Annual Huntley Hootenanny 5K Glow Run/Walk

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March 1, 2019

The Huntley 158 Education Foundation will hold its 2nd Annual Huntley Hootenanny Glow 5K Fun Run/Walk on September 7, 2019 in Downtown Huntley. In the first year of the event, more than 1,800 participants from the local area took to … September 7, 2019 »

Huntley 158 Today: Inside Our Dual Language Program

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February 25, 2019

Our Dual Language program, which is currently gearing up for its second year, offers an outstanding educational experience for both our bilingual students and our students interested in becoming bilingual. On this episode of Huntley 158 Today we’ll go inside … Watch the video »

2nd Grade Class Publishes Book: “Ugly Animals Make the World Beautiful”

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February 22, 2019

Last week second graders in the classroom of Erica Landise at Leggee Elementary School received copies of their own collaboratively published book, Ugly Animals Make the World Beautiful. To create the book, which was published through Studentreasures Publishing, each student researched … Watch their reactions »

Marlowe Middle School Presents “Shrek the Musical Jr.” March 8 & 9

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February 21, 2019

UPDATE: Tickets for the March 8 performance have SOLD OUT. Limited seats remain for the Saturday 2:00 p.m. and 7:00 p.m. performances. Once upon a time, (because that’s how all fairy tales begin), in a faraway kingdom, a somewhat brash … Friday show SOLD OUT »

Senior Sharma Recognized Among Top High School Women in Computing

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February 21, 2019

Huntley High School senior Shefali Sharma has been recognized among the top high school women in computing by the National Center for Women & Information Technology (NCWIT). The NCWIT Aspirations in Computing Team annually recognizes high school women in grades … “Truly stood out” »

Spirit and Hope Visit Huntley High School

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February 20, 2019

Spirit and Hope, mini horses from Mane in Heaven Miniature Therapy Horses visited with students at Huntley High School on February 20. These remarkable animals help students with mental health challenges including anxiety, as well as encouraging connection, relaxation, and spirituality. Watch … Mini horses help mental health »

Junior Ferrante Becomes Huntley’s First State Wrestling Champion

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February 19, 2019

Huntley High School junior David Ferrante became the school’s first state champion in wrestling after claiming the Class 3A 170-pound state championship in Champaign on February 16. Ferrante, who earlier this year announced his commitment to attend and wrestle for … HHS sent 8 to State »

Dual Language Information Sessions Feb. 28, March 20, May 8

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February 15, 2019

Huntley Community School District 158 will host information nights for families of incoming kindergarteners for 2019-20 interested in the District’s Dual Language Program as follows: February 28: Parent Informational Meeting at Chesak, 6:00 p.m. March 20: Parent Informational Meeting at … For incoming kindergarteners »

HHS’s Yakimisky Earns Top National Honor for Yearbook Design

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February 15, 2019

Quill and Scroll – the international honor society for high school journalism – holds an annual competition to recognize national winners of a Yearbook Excellence Contest. There were 179 schools who won for remarkable reporting, captions, photography, and design throughout … Only winner in Illinois »

Heineman Students Raise Funds to Bring Fresh Water to Haiti, South Sudan

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February 15, 2019

Heineman Middle School students teamed up to raise enough money to fund the construction of two wells to serve people in Haiti and South Sudan without reliable access to clean water. The funds will be donated to the charities Food … Enough for two wells »

Video: Prize Patrol Surprises Outstanding Educator, School Employee Honorees!

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February 12, 2019

On February 11, 2019, the Huntley 158 Education Foundation Prize Patrol surprised recipients of the Foundation’s Distinguished Educator of the Year and Outstanding School Employee of the Year honors! Honorees also will be recognized at the annual Employee Recognition Banquet … Watch the video »

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Huntley Community School District 158

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