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Huntley 158 Today: Welcome to the 2017-18 School Year!

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August 17, 2017

On this season-premier episode of “Huntley 158 Today,” we sit down with a principal and a teacher to get some back-to-school tips. We’ll also discuss some of the beginning-of-the-year events our schools hold to help get students and families back … Back-to-School Tips »

HHS Fall Sports Night August 18

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August 9, 2017

Scrimmages and spirit »

Communicate 158 e-Newsletter: Summer 2017

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August 3, 2017

All Huntley 158 families as well as residents who have supplied their email addresses to the District should have received an email copy of the Communicate 158 e-newsletter. This e-newsletter replaces the printed newsletter that previously was mailed to all District residents. … Introducing the e-newsletter »

Wrestler Ferrante Becomes First Fargo All-American in HHS History

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July 18, 2017

Huntley High School sophomore David Ferrante placed third in the Cadet Freestyle 160-pound bracket at the USA Wrestling Junior and Cadet National tournament in Fargo, North Dakota July 16. In doing so, he became Huntley’s first Fargo All-America honoree. The tournament is … 3rd in National Tournament »

Kindergarten Registration Events for 2017-18

Bus Route Information and Sitter Requests for 2017-18

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July 14, 2017

District 158 Parents/Guardians: This letter contains important information for families of students who plan to ride the bus during the 2017-18 school year. Sitter Requests The District accommodates requests from families of students who plan to ride the bus to … Sitter requests due July 21 »

Free and Reduced Meal, Fee Waiver Applications Available

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July 12, 2017

Free and Reduced-Price Meals Huntley Community School District 158 is now accepting applications for free and reduced-price meals through a secure, private, online form. If you do not have access to a computer or are not able to apply online, … Online Application »

Reminder to Incoming Freshman Families: Physicals Required

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June 27, 2017

Dear Parent/Guardian of a 9th Grade Student, We hope that you are enjoying your summer. Unfortunately, summer will be over before you know it. With the beginning of school less than 2 months away, we are reminding all parents of incoming … Prior to Material Pickup Aug. 16-17 »

Singh ’17 Honored by Punjabi Cultural Society of Chicago

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June 23, 2017

Harpal Singh, a 2017 graduate of Huntley High School, was honored with an award and scholarship at the Punjabi Cultural Society of Chicago (PCS) Punjabi Youth Graduation and Scholarships Awards Night on June 11. He was presented with the award by … Medical School in the future »

HHS Sprinter Anikamadu Named Boys Track Athlete of the Year

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June 14, 2017

Huntley High School standout sprinter Dubem Anikamadu has been named 2017 Boys Track and Field Athlete of the Year by the Northwest Herald. As a junior he took third in the 200 meters at the Class 3A state finals, and anchored … Northwest Herald profile »

Elementary and Middle School Supply Lists 2017-18

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June 12, 2017

All Huntley 158 elementary and middle schools have posted school supply information for the 2017-18 school year. Full lists are available on each schools’ sites. In addition, schools are offering the opportunity to order Wrap Packs of prepackaged school supplies … Wrap Packs available »

Grabner Steps Back from Historic Run with Girls Soccer Team

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June 8, 2017

Longtime Huntley High School teacher and coach Kris Grabner announced that he will be stepping back from coaching duties with the HHS girls soccer team. He will continue to coach the boys soccer team. Over his 14 years at the … Continuing with boys team »

Conley Students Create Care Packages for HHS Enlistees

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May 26, 2017

Conley Elementary students were thrilled May 25 to host 12 members of the Huntley High School Class of 2017 who are enlisting in the military. The Conley students both listened to their HHS counterparts talk about their decision to enlist … One of many service projects »

The Huntley High School Class of 2017: By the Numbers

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May 26, 2017

Infographic »

Huntley 158 Today: Members of the HHS Class of 2017

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May 25, 2017

Four Class of 2017 graduates: Heather Baldacci, Hailey Hill, Claudia Kosiak, and Jacob Wat have all excelled in academics, with GPAs in the top 10 among the class’s more than 700 graduates. But equally as important, each has forged a distinctive path through high school, including finding the right balance among academics, extracurriculars, and social life. Their advice and future plans »

LIGHT Program Honors Graduates

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May 24, 2017

Huntley Community School District 158 recognized 2017 graduates of the LIGHT (Life Instruction Guiding Huntley Transition) Program at a ceremony on May 23. The LIGHT Program is a special services transitional program that aims to prepare students ages 18-22 for … read more

Senior Walk Takes Graduates Down Memory Lane

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May 24, 2017

In what has become a treasured annual tradition, members of the Huntley High School Class of 2017 took a walk down memory lane by visiting the elementary schools they attended in Huntley 158. At Chesak, Martin, Mackeben, Conley, and Leggee … Watch the video »

“Heineman Apprentice” Projects Raise $4,600+ for Good Causes

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May 22, 2017

Heineman Middle School has for the past several years hosted an Apprentice-style interdisciplinary project, in which 8th-grade students teamed up to research, present on, and support good causes. After presenting to a panel, the winning group received proceeds from fundraisers to … Read about their projects »

Huntley 158 Today Kindergarten Registration

Huntley 158 Today: Preparing For Kindergarten

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May 18, 2017

Today we talk with Scott Iddings, principal of Leggee Elementary School; Carrie Hernandez, Leggee kindergarten teacher; and Carter, a kindergarten veteran, about what to expect at kindergarten registration and in the classroom. At kindergarten registration events, families have the opportunity to tour the school, meet staff, and get to know their school. Watch the video »

Huntley High Class of 2017 Graduation Ceremony to be Held May 27

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May 16, 2017

Huntley High School will hold the graduation ceremony celebrating the Class of 2017 at 10:00 a.m. on Saturday, May 27, 2017 at Northern Illinois University’s Convocation Center, 1525 W. Lincoln Highway, DeKalb, Illinois. Huntley High School seniors and their families, … Full info »

Mackeben Superheroes Save Family of Ducks

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May 15, 2017

When a mama duck recently laid her eggs in the Mackeben Elementary School courtyard, 25 teachers, staff and former students proved their superhero credentials to stay after school to guide the ducklings to safety! Art teacher Megan Van Ness coordinated … Watch the video »

Heineman Hosts Veterans Visit

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May 12, 2017

Heineman Middle School eighth-grade students had the privilege of interviewing veterans of the U.S. military, whose periods of service spanned from World War II to Operation Desert Storm. Teacher Todd Ary has for several years organized the opportunity for students … View photos »

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Huntley 158 Today: Medical Residency Students Reflect on Year One

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May 11, 2017

Today we speak with five students from the inaugural class of Huntley High School’s pioneering Youth Residency Program about their experiences. They’ll share their favorite memories from their one-of-a-kind experience as well as how the program has helped them develop their plans for the future. See behind the scenes »

Skaja Honored with Distinguished Service Award

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May 11, 2017

Kim Skaja, longtime member of the Huntley 158 Board of Education, was the recipient of an Award of Merit in the 2017 Distinguished Service Awards Program sponsored by the Illinois Chapter of the National School Public Relations Association (INSPRA). The … 20+ Years on Board »

First Class of HHS Youth Residency Program Celebrated at Centegra

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May 10, 2017

The first class of students to complete the Huntley High School Youth Residency Program in partnership with Centegra Health System were recognized at a ceremony at the new Centegra Hospital-Huntley on May 9. Students were joined by their parents and … Future plans »

Huntley FBLA Chapter Earns National Recognition

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May 10, 2017

Huntley High School’s chapter of Future Business Leaders of America has earned national recognition in the FBLA quarterly magazine, Tomorrow’s Business Leader. Huntley team members also will receive pins at the FBLA national competition in June. Huntley is one of just five … 1 of 5 in Illinois »

HHS Journalism Team Takes 4th in State Competition

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May 9, 2017

On Friday, April 28, the Huntley HS Journalism team placed 4th in state in the IHSA State Journalism Tournament. Individual winners included Courtney Thomas (State Champion, Newspaper Design), Ryan O’Sullivan (3rd place, Photo Storytelling), Madison Barr (3rd place, Advertising), and … 8th top-five finish since 2006 »

Dylan Lyon Essay Contest Winner McHenry County Bar Association

HMS Student Wins McHenry Co. Bar Association Essay Contest

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May 8, 2017

Dylan Lyon, a 7th grade student at Heineman Middle School, was honored among winners of the McHenry County Bar Association’s Law Day Essay Contest on May 5. The organization sponsors an annual essay contest for area middle school students centered … Analyzing the 14th Amendment »

HHS Teacher Helps IHSA Bass Fishing Cast a Wider Net in Illinois

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May 8, 2017

An article in the Northwest Herald highlights the contributions Huntley High School teacher Erik Lachel in growing the interest in and inclusivity of competitive bass fishing throughout the state. Lachel, who took over the HHS bass fishing program in 2013 … NW Herald article »

Huntley 158 Today: Students Enlisting in the Military

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May 4, 2017

On this special two-part episode, we speak with six Huntley High School who shortly after graduation will be shipping out for service in the military. As we near graduation season, we are so proud and honored to speak with these students about the choices they have made to enter the military.

On Part I we speak with seniors Noah Drzal, Hal Hardy, and Gunnar Vogt, and junior Myranda Anderson about their motivations for joining the military and their future plans. On Part II, we speak with seniors Taylor Velez and Zack Flick about their personal histories with the military and their future plans. Two special episodes »

HHS TV Production Class Takes First Place at MMEA VidFest

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May 3, 2017

Huntley High School’s Raider Nation News took first prize in the Division AA News Program category at the Midwest Media Educators Association VidFest on April 28. The video festival included 43 schools from around the midwest, and HHS competed for … Watch the winning entry »

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