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Vanguard Vision Parent Information Night December 17

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November 20, 2019

Parents/guardians of current 8th graders are invited to attend with their student an informational presentation about Vanguard Vision, Huntley High School’s Competency-based Education Program, on December 17, 6:30 p.m. at HHS. Find full information at http://www.district158.org/event/vanguard-vision-8th-grade-parent-information-night/. read more

HHS to Compete in 9th Annual Illinois High School Musical Theatre Awards

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October 10, 2019

Huntley High has been selected to compete in the Ninth Annual Broadway In Chicago Illinois High School Musical Theatre Awards (IHSMTA) sponsored by NBC 5 Chicago, in addition to Dear Evan Hansen; Guardian Music Travel; and Sound, Production & Lighting … read more

HHS Pink Out T-Shirts Available for Order to Benefit Breast Cancer Awareness

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September 26, 2019

Huntley High School is supporting the fight against breast cancer by selling pink t-shirts culminating in its Pink Out Week campaign. The t-shirts are available for preorder now through midnight on October 3. Shirts are $10 and can be ordered … Order online by Oct. 3 »

Retired Couple Starting 14th Year of Substitute Teaching in Huntley 158

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August 30, 2019

Cathie and Dick Livengood just started their 14th year of subbing in Huntley Community School District 158, long enough to have witnessed some of their students’ entire educational careers—from kindergarten through high school. It’s remarkable longevity, considering they both retired … read more

HHS Fine Arts Construction Parking and Traffic Information

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August 20, 2019

Huntley High School families, We are excited to share with you some long-awaited details about the fine arts expansion project that has been in the planning stage for our building for some time. This addition and renovation will provide our … See map »

HHS Back to School Night 2019

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August 16, 2019

Huntley High School will host Back to School Night for parents/guardians and students August 27 from 6:00–8:30 p.m. The event will give attendees the opportunity to walk their students’ schedules, talk with teachers, and experience a little of what our … August 27 »

2018-2019 Harmony Yearbook Sales Are Now Closed

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June 12, 2019

Harmony Yearbooks will be distributed in the fall. Please be on the look out for distribution information via the parent email on file at district office, current student email, district/HHS websites, and via our social media accounts (Twitter: HuntleyYearbook; Instagram: … read more

HHS Softball Team Takes First State Championship in School History

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June 10, 2019

The Huntley High School softball team made school history in taking home the IHSA Class 4A State Championship on June 8. In defeating St. Charles East for the title, the Red Raiders became the first team champions of any sport … Class 4A Champs!

Brown Named Teacher of the Year by American Lawyers Alliance

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May 23, 2019

Huntley High School Teacher Dennis Brown has been named one of three Teachers of the Year by the American Lawyers Alliance, a nationwide organization that works to promote law-related education in elementary, middle, and high schools. The organization’s Law-related Education … Second top teaching prize »

HHS Class of 2019 Graduation Photos and Video Available Online

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May 20, 2019

Those who were unable to attend or watch the livestream of the graduation ceremony for the Huntley High School Class of 2019 can experience the moment through photos and/or video. An album of photos has been posted to the Huntley … View photos »

VIDEO: HHS Class of 2019 Senior Walk

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May 16, 2019

Members of the Huntley High School Class of 2019 participated in the treasured annual tradition of the senior walk. The soon-to-be graduates took a walk down memory lane by visiting their former elementary and middle schools, re-connecting with former teachers … Watch the video »

HHS Thespian Troupe Presents “Picasso at the Lapin Agile” and “The Grand Design”

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April 26, 2019

Huntley High School’s Thespian Troupe 6147 will present two productions, Picasso at the Lapin Agile and The Grand Design at the District 158 Performing Arts Center on May 1-4 at 7:00 p.m. Set in the real-life Parisian cafe Le Lapin … May 1-4 »

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 »

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 High School Presents “Sister Act” April 11-13

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March 20, 2019

Huntley High School proudly presents the feel-good, uplifting comedy musical Sister Act. When disco diva, Deloris Van Cartier, witnesses a murder, she is put in protective custody in the one place Officer Eddie Souther is sure she won’t be a … Buy tickets online »

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 »

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

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 »

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 … read more

2019 Summer School Registration Update

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February 19, 2019

HHS Summer School pre-registration for current high school students will open March 6th at 6pm. Find course offerings, registration process, and other information at www.district158.org/summer-school/high-school. Please note: Summer school runs Monday – Friday this year. Due to limited seats, summer school … read more

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 »

Tizora ’18 Earns U of I Engineering Visionary Scholarship

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February 6, 2019

Vongai Tizora, a 2018 graduate of Huntley High School, recently was named one of two recipients of the Engineering Visionary Scholarship from the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign Bioengineering Program. Tizora, who was a member of the HHS Medical Academy … read more

“Write for Rights” Project Opens Students’ Perspectives on Global Issues

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February 6, 2019

Students in Anne Sharkey’s Global Citizenship class recently participated in a “Write for Rights” project in partnership with Amnesty International. The project, which is the organization’s largest annual human rights campaign, encourages people throughout the world to write letters to convince government officials … “Something bigger than I am” »

Summer School 2019

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January 15, 2019

Summer school dates are now available! Session 1: June 3rd-June 21st Session 2: June 24th-July 16th (classes will not meet on July 4th and 5th). Please note: Summer school will run Monday – Friday this year. Additional information for summer … read more

Harmony Yearbook Takes Gold Medal at CSPCA Competition

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January 14, 2019

This fall, Harmony submitted its yearbook into the Columbia Scholastic Press Association’s Crown Awards competition for the first time. The expert panel reviewed the 2017-18 “Revival” yearbook, and the staff received the honor of a gold medalist title, earning 872 … “Herculean task” »

INCubatoredu Coming to HHS in Fall 2019

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January 11, 2019

In fall 2019, Huntley High School will launch its INCubatoredu program to provide students with an unmatched learning opportunity to create and fully develop their own product or service. Entrepreneurs and business experts from the local community will serve as … read more

Special Services Student/Parent Night for Incoming 9th Graders February 19

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January 9, 2019

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Presentation: Making Your College Search Count – January 15

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January 9, 2019

Please join us on January 15, 2019 at 6:30 p.m. in the Huntley High School PAC for an enlightening presentation entitled Making Your College Search Count. All families and students interested in learning more about finding the right college are welcome to … Come with your questions »

Course Selection Nights for HHS Class of 2023

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January 8, 2019

NOTE: Due to severe weather conditions, the course selection night for last names A-I (January 22) is cancelled. Families originally scheduled for this night may attend either night scheduled for January 23 or January 24. We apologize for any inconvenience. … January 22-24 »

HHS Robotics Team Earns State Tournament Bid After Hosting Successful Competition

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December 26, 2018

Huntley High School’s Red Raiders VEX Robotics team captured a number of accolades at the school’s inaugural home tournament December 15, with a showing strong enough to earn a bid to state competition. Huntley’s Team 158C went undefeated during qualifying … Top all-around team »

Geisler Named Northwest Herald Cross Country Runner of the Year

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December 4, 2018

Huntley High School junior Ian Geisler has been named Boys Cross Country Runner of the Year by the Northwest Herald. Geisler was runner-up in the Fox Valley Conference Meet, champion at the Class 3A Guilford Regional, runner-up at the Waubonsie Valley … read more

Raider Way Lesson December 5: Recognizing and Managing Anxiety (Schedule Change)

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November 27, 2018

Huntley High School will follow the Raider Way schedule on Wednesday, December 5, to provide an all-school presentation on recognizing and managing anxiety. See the schedule below: Raider Way Schedule »

Safe Driving Reminders for Harmony Road Campus

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November 16, 2018

Harmony Road Campus Families, We wanted to share with you a brief reminder about the importance of driving safely on and around our campus, especially during the busy pickup and dropoff times. The recent school bus-related tragedies we’ve heard about … read more

HHS Job Skills Class Ignites Successful Candle Business

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November 16, 2018

Students in Deb Udelhofen’s Job Skills class at Huntley High School were featured in the Daily Herald and the Northwest Herald, showcasing the candles they have been successfully making and selling since last year under the brand “EdSpecial Scents.” The business, which was seeded … Selling at craft fair »

Additional Cases of Mumps Associated With HHS Student

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November 15, 2018

Huntley High School families, We want to inform you that the McHenry County Department of Health (MCDH) has identified two additional cases of mumps with a connection to Huntley High School. We sent notification on October 26 of a single … read more

Photos: Previewing “Mamma Mia!” at Huntley High School

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November 13, 2018

NOTE: Friday Night Performance is SOLD OUT. Tickets remain for performances November 15 and November 17. The Northwest Herald published preview photos of Huntley High School’s upcoming production of Mamma Mia! The photos include a backstage glimpse at the production, which is among … read more

Mr. Krivosik Receives Teacher of the Month from WGN

Huntley High’s Mr. Krivosik Named WGN Teacher of the Month

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November 12, 2018

Huntley High School band teacher Kevin Krivosik was named Teacher of the Month by WGN-TV. Reporter Muriel Clair and award sponsor Kenneth J. Allen stopped by Mr. Krivosik’s class today to present him with the honor, as well as a $1,000 … On air Nov. 26-27 »

HHS Hosts Visitors from Australia to Learn About PBIS Programs

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October 3, 2018

Huntley High School recently hosted a cohort of educational professionals from Australia to learn about the school’s PBIS implementation. The HHS PBIS team met with the group, who were very impressed with the program, students, staff, and building. HHS was … read more

“Angst: Raising Awareness Around Anxiety” Film Screening and Discussion October 10

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September 27, 2018

The public is invited to attend a screening of the IndieFlix film Angst: Raising Awareness Around Anxiety on October 10, from 7:00-8:30 p.m. in the District 158 Performing Arts Center at Huntley High School. The event will feature a viewing of the … read more

Fine Arts Academy Application Window Now Open

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September 24, 2018

The application window for the Huntley High School Fine Arts Academy is now open. Find required forms and full information on the Fine Arts Academy website. read more

HHS 2017-18 Yearbook Distribution Information

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September 20, 2018

Huntley High School 2017-18 yearbooks have arrived and will be available according to the schedule below: Distribution information: WHERE: W1309 WHEN: 1st/3rd/4th/5th/6th/7th hour – Wednesday-Friday, 9/26-9/28 and Monday-Tuesday, 10/1-10/2 OR in W1309 (enter door 27) on Thursday 9/27, 3-5:30PM and … read more

HHS Homecoming Week Activities 2018

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September 14, 2018

Please see the flyer below for full information on events, parade, contests, theme days, and more fun activities planned for Homecoming week, September 21-29. Direct link to flyer » read more

Activity Bus Now Offered Free at HHS, HMS, MMS

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August 1, 2018

Effective for the 2018-19 school year, the District will no longer be charging students a fee to ride home on the activity bus at Huntley High School, Heineman Middle School, and Marlowe Middle School. To ride the activity bus home, … read more

Announcement: Future HHS Graduation Dates

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July 30, 2018

Good Afternoon Red Raider Families, In 2016, Huntley Community School District 158 entered into a 3-year contract with Northern Illinois University’s Convocation Center to serve as the venue for Huntley High School’s graduation. This arrangement has offered many advantages. NIU … Saturday before Memorial Day »

HHS Softball’s Petryniec and Giese Earn Coach and Player of the Year Honors

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June 27, 2018

Huntley High School’s Mark Petryniec was named 2018 Softball Coach of the Year by the Northwest Herald, recognizing his leadership during a season that saw the Red Raiders set a school records for wins, notch a streak of 15 consecutive wins, … Historic season »

HHS Baseball Takes Second Place at State

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June 11, 2018

The Huntley High School Red Raiders baseball team took second place at the IHSA Class 4A State Tournament, falling 4-3 to Plainfield North after a valiant comeback effort. The finish is the best in school history, topping the 2010 team … Best-ever finish »

Introducing Superintendent Rowe on Huntley 158 Today

Huntley 158 Today: Meet New Superintendent Scott Rowe

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June 1, 2018

Dr. Scott Rowe will be taking on a new role as superintendent of schools for Huntley Community School District 158 effective July 1, 2018. Rowe has been with the District since 2011, first as principal of Marlowe Middle School, and … His vision for the future »

HHS Economics Students Take Top Spots at Northwestern NET Tournament

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May 31, 2018

The Huntley High School Economics Team recently competed in the 2nd annual Northwestern University Economics Tournament against schools throughout the Chicagoland area. Students Cameron Chrest and Nicholas Andolino earned first and second place, respectively, in the tournament’s individual performance. Their … 1st and 2nd place finishes »

Congratulations to the HHS Class of 2018!

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May 26, 2018

Huntley High School celebrated the Class of 2018 on May 26, 2018, at the NIU Convocation Center. Check the District 158 Facebook page and the Daily Herald for more photos from the event. We’ll miss you, graduates! View photos »

Infographic: HHS Class of 2018 By the Numbers

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May 25, 2018

Download as high-resolution PDF » Future plans »

HHS Senior Walk 2018

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May 22, 2018

On May 22, the Huntley High School Class of 2018 participated in the treasured annual tradition of the Senior Walk, visiting the elementary and middle schools they attended in Huntley 158. Watch the video »

Huntley High School Graduation May 26 at NIU Convocation Center

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May 21, 2018

Huntley High School will celebrate the graduation of the Class of 2018 on Saturday, May 26, at 10:00 a.m. at the Northern Illinois University Convocation Center. View the event listing for details, and visit the Counseling Department webpage for full … Full info »

Final Exam Information and Schedules

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May 18, 2018

Find full information and schedules for finals for the 2017-18 school year at http://www.district158.org/hhs/parents/final-exam-schedules-2017-18/. read more

HHS Youth Medical Residency Program Celebrates Graduates at Centegra

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May 16, 2018

Students, families, and staff from Huntley 158 and Centegra Health System gathered on May 15 to celebrate the 2018 class of graduates of Huntley High School’s Youth Residency Program in partnership with Centegra. The ceremony marked the completion of the … View photos »

HHS 2018 Summer Reading Program Information

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May 9, 2018

Read the Summer Reading Parent Letter for information on the program, and visit the HHS English Department website for full information including reading lists for each course level. read more

HHS Softball Coach Petryniec Earns 300th Win

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May 8, 2018

Huntley High School softball coach Mark Petryniec notched his 300th win on May 7 as the Red Raiders defeated Hampshire 13-0 to maintain the top spot in the Fox Valley Conference. He has helmed the program for the past 15 … Coach of the Year »

Huntley 158 Today: “The Voice” Earns National Honors, Life Experiences

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May 3, 2018

Today we speak with students from Huntley High School’s nationally recognized student newsmagazine, The Voice. Staffers recently traveled to New York City to accept a Silver Crown Award from the Columbia Scholastic Press Association. Individual staffers also have received a … Life-changing experiences »

HHS Wind Ensemble to Perform at SuperState Festival

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May 2, 2018

The Huntley High School Wind Ensemble will perform for the first time in school history Saturday, May 5, at the Illinois SuperState Concert Band Festival. Entrance for this prestigious festival is selective, with just 30 ensembles selected from 100 applicants throughout the state. The … Live stream May 5 »

Marcus Belin Named Principal of Huntley High School

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April 19, 2018

The Huntley Community School District 158 Board of Education has approved the hiring of Marcus Belin as the next principal of Huntley High School, starting July 1, 2018. Belin currently serves as assistant principal of Dunlap High School, a high-achieving … Meet Marcus »

28 FBLA Students Compete at State, 8 Advance to Nationals

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April 16, 2018

The Huntley High School Chapter of the Future Business Leaders of America (FBLA) had 28 students compete at State on April 5 and 6. Seven HHS students have been invited to compete at Nationals in Baltimore, MD, June 28-July 1. … read more

Fine Arts, Global Academies Coming to HHS

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April 16, 2018

Starting in 2018-19, students at Huntley High School will have an opportunity to focus their academic experiences on fine arts or global studies through the launch of two new academies. The Fine Arts Academy and Global Academy will launch in … Specialized opportunities »

HHS’s Landman Named Illinois Student Journalist of The Year

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April 13, 2018

Senior Alexandra Landman, editor of Huntley High School’s award-winning student news magazine The Voice, has been named the winner in the Northern Illinois Newspaper Association (NINA) annual High School Journalist of the Year scholarship competition. The competition, which is judged by … Numerous honors for The Voice »

HHS Presents “Once Upon a Mattress” April 19-21

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April 3, 2018

Huntley High School’s Musical Theater Department will present four performances of the musical comedy Once Upon a Mattress April 19-21 at the Performing Arts Center at HHS. Find out more » Four performances »

HHS Prom 2018 Information

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March 23, 2018

Huntley High School’s 2018 Prom, “Rhapsody in Blue,” will be held on Saturday, April 28, 2018, from 5:00 p.m. until midnight at the Westin Northwest Chicago-Itasca. Tickets Tickets: $100 per person Tickets can be purchased through the Webstore Friday March 23th … Get your tickets »

HHS Raiders Dance Team Tryouts

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March 21, 2018

Be a part of our Award Winning HHS Raiders Dance Teams: *2nd Place State Champs* *Nationally Ranked* *Football & Basketball Game Performances* *Camps & Clinics* *Volunteer Opportunities* *School & Community Involvement* *Friendships that last a lifetime* Download the flyer for … read more

Huntley 158 Today: Girls in Engineering, Math, and Science

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March 8, 2018

On this week’s episode of Huntley 158 Today we speak with Laura Jenkins and Amanda Henk about the upcoming Girls in Engineering, Math, and Science (GEMS) event being held at Huntley High School April 7, as well as the other opportunities Huntley … Sign up for GEMS by March 14 »

HHS Wrestling Takes 4th at State

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February 28, 2018

The Huntley High School wrestling team earned its first state trophy in team history, placing 4th at the IHSA Class 3A dual team state meet over the weekend. The trip to state was also the team’s first. The Red Raiders opened … First State Trophy »

Awrey to Retire After 33 Years, Rowe Named Associate Superintendent

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February 16, 2018

Longtime Huntley 158 administrator Terry Awrey has announced his retirement at the end of the 2017-18 school year. Awrey has served as associate superintendent for the past several years but has done almost every job in the District over the … read more

2018 Summer School Update

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February 16, 2018

Summer School pre-registration for current high school students will open March 7th at 7:30 am (this is a Late Start Wednesday). Pre-registration for incoming freshmen will open March 9th at 7:30 am. Find course offerings, registration process, and other information at www.district158.org/summer-school/high-school. … read more

Three HHS Students Named Finalists for National Merit Scholarships

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February 14, 2018

Three Huntley High School students have been named finalists in the 2018 Competition for National Merit Scholarships. Seniors Delaney Hajek, Alyssa Schechtel, and Zoe Zuzzio have all advanced to the final round of consideration for scholarships awarded by the National … Top 1% of Entrants »

Teacher Recognition: Mrs. Johnson

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February 9, 2018

Student nomination statement: “Mrs. Johnson creates a fun learning environment while establishing personal connections to each and every one of her students. Personally, I normally despise going to English class. But this year, because of Mrs. Johnson, English is the … “the class I look forward to” »

Middle School Girls Invited to GEMS Event at HHS

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February 9, 2018

All Huntley 158 middle school girls are invited to attend the second annual Girls in Engineering, Math, and Science (GEMS) event at Huntley High School on Saturday, April 7. Find full information at www.district158.org/event/girls-engineering-math-science-gems-event/. Girls in STEM »

Community Members Collaborate with HHS for Mock Interviews

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February 7, 2018

Huntley High School’s Cooperative Education Program hosted its annual Mock Interviews this week at the District 158 Central Office. More than 40 members of the community interviewed 60 students in five rounds of interviews. Two District 158 Board of Education … “Better prepared than most adults” »

HHS Cheerleading Takes 5th Place at State

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February 5, 2018

Congratulations to the Huntley High School Competitive Cheerleading Team, which took 5th place at the state finals held February 2-3, 2018, in Normal, Ill. With a final score of 88.49, the team finished just outside the top 3. The finish was … Best-ever finish »

Huntley High School Principal Search

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February 2, 2018

Huntley Community School District 158 seeks qualified applicants for the position of principal of Huntley High School. The new principal will begin in the 2018-19 school year, when current principal Dr. Scott Rowe begins his new role as associate superintendent for … Application open »

Huntley 158 Today: HHS National Honor Society Students

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January 25, 2018

On this special episode, Dr. Burkey’s last episode as co-host, we check in with leaders of the Huntley High School National Honor Society. This amazing group of students achieves not only in the classroom, but has led a number of … Dr. Burkey’s Last Episode »

Huntley 158 Today: HHS Vanguard Vision Competency-Based Learning Pilot

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January 18, 2018

On this episode of Huntley 158 Today, we discuss Huntley High School’s Competency-Based Learning Pilot Program, which was featured earlier this week in the Chicago Tribune. The school’s Vanguard Vision pilot program is among 10 such programs being developed under the State of … Watch the video »

Vanguard Vision Competency-Based Pilot Featured in Chicago Tribune

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January 17, 2018

Huntley High School’s Vanguard Vision program was featured in a front-page Chicago Tribune article alongside those of other districts selected for the State’s pilot program for competency-based education January 16. The article discusses different schools’ approaches to the philosophy of competency-based education, … read more

Huntley 158 Schools “Adopt” 70 Community Families

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December 15, 2017

For the fourth year, National Honor Society sponsored the Adopt-a-Family event, providing 70 families from the northern Chicagoland area with Christmas gifts. The effort includes collecting “wish lists” from families in the community. Sports teams, departments, clubs, and groups from Huntley … “Eye-opening and humbling” »

HHS Yearbook Information

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December 15, 2017

If your student has not yet picked up his/her 2016-17 yearbook, please contact Ms. Teeter at LTeeter@district158.org as soon as possible to arrange for pick up. All current students (or siblings of graduates) can feel free to pick up books … On sale now »

Huntley 158 Today: Alumni Return to Teach at HHS

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December 14, 2017

On this holiday episode of Huntley 158 Today we check in with four Huntley High School alumni who after completing college chose to return to teach at HHS. We’ll discuss their experiences as students, what made them want to come … How it’s changed »

Vanguard Vision Competency-Based Pilot Parent Night Presentation

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December 14, 2017

Families interested in the Vanguard Vision Competency-Based Pilot Program who were unable to attend the Parent Night December 12 can watch the presentation below. For more information on the V2 pilot, visit www.district158.org/hhs/academics/vanguard-vision/. read more

HHS Students Attend Journalism Conference in Dallas

HHS Students Attend National High School Journalism Convention

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December 5, 2017

During the early morning hours of Thursday, November 16, 13 Huntley High School journalists and three advisers took to the friendly skies to attend the JEA/NSPA National High School Journalism Convention. The convention, Go Big Dallas, was held at the … “The best in the country” »

HOSA Hosts Discussion with Dr. Riccardo Superina

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December 1, 2017

Huntley High School’s HOSA Future Health Professionals Club hosted a presentation by Dr. Riccardo Superina, world-renowned kidney, liver, intestinal transplant surgeon at Lurie Children’s Hospital, on November 30. Superina’s talk, which was geared toward students interested in careers in health sciences … World-renowned surgeon »

Teacher Recognition: Mr. Nixon

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November 30, 2017

Student nomination statement: “Mr. Nixon is extremely passionate about the subject he teaches, which makes class exciting and engaging! I am always interested in what he’s saying and it’s gotten me really engaged in the subject matter. So, sociology is … read more

Huntley 158 Today: Raider Nation News

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November 17, 2017

Huntley High School teacher Mrs. Gilleland and several students responsible for producing “Raider Nation News,” the school’s weekly news broadcast, stop by to tell us about how the program has grown from humble beginnings several years ago to an award-winning … Award-winning broadcast »

Field House Public Use Hours Suspended Until Further Notice

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November 9, 2017

Huntley 158 community, Public Use Morning Hours at the Huntley High School field house have been suspended until further notice, due to changes in staffing. An update will be posted to the website if and when hours resume. Thank you read more

Huntley 158 Today: The Leaders of Raider Nation

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October 25, 2017

On this Halloween episode of Huntley 158 Today we speak with seven Huntley High School seniors who have taken on the responsibility of organizing Raider Nation, the school’s student cheering section. While the student section has for many years been filled for … Halloween episode »

Huntley 158 Today: The Shift Toward Personalized Learning

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October 19, 2017

Today we speak with principals Scott Rowe of Huntley High School and Anna Hoyou of Mackeben Elementary School about the District’s recently announced plan to move toward truly personalized learning for all students over the next five years. The shift … Elementary and high school perspectives »

Teacher Recognition: Mr. Carter

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October 11, 2017

Student nomination statement: “Mr. Carter helps the band to improve their performance by working with small groups or individual band members while maintaining a fun learning environment.” Do you know a teacher who goes above and beyond? If there’s an … “Fun learning environment” »

HHS Announces Fieldhouse Public Hours, New Athletic Event Procedures

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October 3, 2017

After a review of existing policies and procedures regarding its athletic facilities, Huntley High School will be implementing the following changes. These changes are being made in keeping with safety and security as our top priority, as well as to … New safety measures »

Huntley 158 Today: Athletics and Extracurricular Activities

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September 28, 2017

On this episode of Huntley 158 Today we speak with Glen Wilson, athletic director at Huntley High School, and Rita Castans, athletic director and assistant principal at Marlowe Middle School, about the numerous opportunities students have to get involved with … Tips on getting involved »

HHS Students Share Spanish Skills at Leggee

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September 27, 2017

Students from Huntley High School’s Spanish for Spanish Speakers I class stopped by Leggee Elementary School for a lesson on language and inclusion. During their visit to Lisa Kunde’s second-grade classroom, the high schoolers led their younger counterparts in Spanish-language … Dual benefits »

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Huntley 158 Today: Technology Behind the Scenes

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September 21, 2017

Today we speak with Dr. Chris Budzynski, director of information technology, and Joe Follman, a mobile tech at Huntley High School, about the behind-the-scenes structure that supports Huntley 158’s technology-driven initiatives. From boosting wi-fi capacity to supporting more than 11,000 … Biggest challenges »

Little Shop of Horrors at HHS September 28-20

“Little Shop of Horrors” Comes to Life at HHS September 28-30

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September 20, 2017

The Huntley High School Musical Theatre Department will present the entertaining and humorous science-fiction musical thriller, Little Shop of Horrors, on September 28-30. Little Shop of Horrors, written by Howard Ashman with music by Alan Menken, based on the film … Tickets $5 »

HHS Blended Learning Program Highlighted in “Tech & Learning”

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September 18, 2017

Huntley High School’s pioneering Alpha Courses blended learning program is highlighted among other innovative programs at high schools across the country in a Tech & Learning magazine article on how schools can better prepare students for college and careers. “The beauty of … Leading Magazine »

Four HHS Students Named National Merit Semifinalists

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September 13, 2017

Four Huntley High School students have been named semifinalists in the National Merit Scholarship Program. They are among approximately 16,000 semifinalists nationwide who have an opportunity to continue in the competition for some 7,500 National Merit Scholarships worth more than … Among less than 1% nationally »

HHS Alum Covers Hurricane Harvey for Houston Press

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September 11, 2017

Meagan Flynn, a 2011 graduate of Huntley High School, has spent the last three weeks covering the devastation and recovery from Hurricane Harvey for the Houston Press. Flynn, who was a writer and features editor for The Voice during her time at … “Overwhelming” »