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HHS Thespians Kick Off 2021-22 Theatre Season with Dead Man’s Cell Phone

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September 15, 2021

HUNTLEY, IL – Huntley High School Thespian Troupe 6147 will kick off the 2021-2022 theater season, THE WAIT IS OVER, with performances of Sarah Ruhl’s Dead Man’s Cell Phone in the school’s new Blackbox Theater, September 23-25. Directed by Troupe Sponsor … read more

Huntley 158 Education Foundation Awards $12,500 to Class of 2021

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July 21, 2021

The Huntley District 158 Education Foundation is pleased to announce the recipients of the 2021 Student Scholarship Awards and the James “Barney” Manning Memorial Scholarship with a combined total of $12,500. This year, the Foundation received 70 applications from Huntley … read more

Registration Open for 4th Annual Huntley Hootenanny – Sept. 11, 2021

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June 1, 2021

The Huntley 158 Education Foundation will hold its 4th Annual Huntley Hootenanny Glow 5K Fun Run/Walk on September 11, 2021 in Downtown Huntley. The race will begin at 7:15 p.m., preceded by fun and festivities on the Square. Registration for … read more

Kindergarten Registration for the 2021-22 School Year is Now Online

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March 8, 2021

If you have a new student entering kindergarten in the 2021-22 school year, you may now register online. Please note that this online form is only for new students entering kindergarten. Returning students, including those currently enrolled in the D158 … Register online »

Huntley 158 BOE and Huntley Education Association Reach Tentative Agreement on New Contract

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June 16, 2020

JOINT PRESS RELEASE FROM HUNTLEY 158 and HUNTLEY EDUCATION ASSOCIATION read more

Huntley 158 Statement on Commitment to Equity and Anti-Racism

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June 2, 2020

To be silent is to be complicit. As a school district that aims to provide a safe, equitable learning environment for all students always, we cannot be silent. Huntley Community School District 158 is adding our voice to the chorus … read more

Huntley 158 Education Foundation Awards $13,000 in Scholarships to Class of 2020

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June 1, 2020

The Huntley District 158 Education Foundation is pleased to announce the recipients of the 2020 Student Scholarship Awards and the James “Barney” Manning Memorial Scholarship with a combined total of $13,000. This year, the Foundation received 52 applications from Huntley … read more

Huntley 158 Accepting Applications for Board Vacancy

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May 27, 2020

A seat on Board will open after resignation of Board President Michael Fleck, effective July 16, 2020. While Mr. Fleck is planning to move his residence outside of the District, he will maintain his law office in Huntley and remain an active part of the Huntley 158 community. read more

UPDATE: Re-Worked Attendance for “The Wizard of Oz” March 13-14

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March 3, 2020

Please see updated information at http://www.district158.org/mms/blog/2020/03/03/marlowe-presents-the-wizard-of-oz-young-performers-edition-march-13-14/. Marlowe Middle School’s cast invite you to “Follow the Yellow Brick Road” to the District 158 Performing Arts Center for a classic musical. This timeless favorite that will take you and your family on … read more

Statement on Community Petitions and Concerns

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February 28, 2020

Press release: 2020.02.28 – Statement on community petitions and concerns read more

Brian Faulkner Named Principal of Heineman Middle School Beginning 2020-21

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February 21, 2020

Huntley Community School District 158 has announced the hiring of Mr. Brian Faulkner as the new principal at Heineman Middle School, effective for the 2020-21 school year. His hiring was approved by the Board of Education at its February 20 … read more

HHS Orchesis Dance Company Presents RESURGENCE Jan. 31 & Feb. 1

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January 30, 2020

HUNTLEY, IL – Huntley High School’s Orchesis Dance Company will present its annual dance concert, Resurgence, at 7 p.m., January 31 and at both 2 p.m. and 7 p.m., February 1 in the District 158 Performing Arts Center located at … Nine dance pieces »

Marlowe presents "Macaroon" Nov. 1-2, 2019

Marlowe Middle School Presents Fall Play “Macaroon” November 1-2

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October 25, 2019

Marlowe Middle School will present Holly Beardsley’s Macaroon for its fall play. Performances will be held at the District 158 Performing Arts Center at HHS at 7:00 p.m. on both Friday, November 1, and Saturday, November 2, with a 2:00 … read more

Parent University November 6: Digital Safety

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October 23, 2019

Huntley 158 will host a Parent University event on digital safety on November 6, 6:00 p.m. at Marlowe Middle School. The presentation is targeted toward parents of students in grades 3-8, providing lessons that will help prepare them to guide … Focus on Grades 3-8 »

HHS to Host Community Film Screening of “The S Word” November 5

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October 18, 2019

Find full information at http://www.district158.org/event/the-s-word/. Open to public »

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

Huntley 158 Breaks Ground on State’s Largest Solar Installation

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October 2, 2019

Huntley 158 held a ceremonial groundbreaking on October 1 to celebrate its soon-to-be-constructed solar installation. The ceremony, which was held at the Square Barn Road Campus, featured remarks from Superintendent Scott Rowe, Board of Education President Michael Fleck, Director of … read more

Parent University September 19: Helping Students Make Positive Life Choices

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September 9, 2019

Today, students face an uphill battle against bullying, peer pressure, family hurts and life altering choices. Terrence Tally, motivational speaker and author of Amazon bestseller Secrets Anonymous, will lead a session for parents and teens to attend together providing insights … For parents & students »

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

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

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August 7, 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 … September 7, 2019 »

Gullifor Named National Teacher of the Year by the Braille Institute

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May 23, 2019

Huntley 158’s Kateri Gullifor has been named 2019 Teacher of the Year by the Braille Institute, a nonprofit organization based in Los Angeles whose mission is to eliminate barriers to a fulfilling life caused by blindness and severe sight loss. … Teacher of the Visually Impaired »

Brown Named National 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 »

Video: Parent University Vaping Presentation

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May 10, 2019

Below is video of the Parent University presentation on vaping led by the McHenry County Substance Abuse Coalition on May 6, 2019. This informative presentation included valuable insights on how vaping works, the dangers of vaping, and resources available to … Please RSVP »

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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April 2, 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 »

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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

HHS Trade and Technical Career Fair March 19

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March 15, 2019

Huntley High School will host a Trade and Technical Career Fair on Tuesday, March 19, during periods 3-6 (9:14 a.m.-12:42 p.m.) in the school’s Central Gym. Click here for full information Open to public »

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” »

Leggee Receives Grant From Exxon Mobil / Drendel Corner

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February 13, 2019

Leggee Elementary School recently received a $500 grant from the Exxon Mobil Educational Alliance Program on behalf of James Drendel, purveyor of the Drendel Corner Mobil location in Huntley. The funds have been applied to a number of innovative educational … read more

Huntley 158 Adding Resource Officers to Reed Road and Square Barn Campuses

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December 20, 2018

The Huntley 158 Board of Education on December 20 approved agreements with the Lake in the Hills and Algonquin Police Departments to create campus resource officer positions at the District’s Reed Road and Square Barn Road Campuses, respectively. The new … read more

Huntley 158 Education Foundation to Host Breakfast with Santa

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November 9, 2018

The Huntley 158 Education Foundation will host two events providing families with the opportunity to dine together and meet Santa Claus. Santa’s Fireside Feast: Friday, November 30, from 6:30 to 8:00 p.m. SOLD OUT Breakfast with Santa will be held … Dinner sold out »

Heineman Middle School Presents Disney’s “Mulan JR.” October 26 & 27

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October 5, 2018

Travel to the mountains of ancient China as Heineman Middle School brings, Mulan JR., one of Disney’s most beloved legends, to life. After a failed meeting with the village matchmaker, Mulan knows that she has brought dishonor to her family. … read more

Early Childhood Center Earns State Recognition for Excellence

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September 4, 2018

The District 158 Early Childhood Center has achieved the Gold Circle of Quality in ExceleRate Illinois, the state’s quality recognition and improvement system for early learning and development programs. ExceleRate unifies all of the state’s early learning programs under a common set of … read more

Huntley High School Presents “Almost, Maine” September 19-22

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September 4, 2018

Kicking off the “Ignite Your Passion” 2018-19 theatre season at the Huntley Community School District 158 Performing Arts Center, Huntley High School will take you to a place called Almost, Maine. Almost, Maine – a place that’s so far north, … read more

Registration Closing 8/29 for Huntley Hootenanny 5K Fun Run/Walk

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August 28, 2018

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Huntley 158 Accepting Applications for Board Vacancy

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May 25, 2018

The Huntley Community School District 158 Board of Education is accepting applications to fill the seat of Board President Don Drzal, who announced his resignation effective June 1, 2018 at the Board’s May 3, 2018 Committee of the Whole. read more

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 »

Huntley 158 Announces Dr. Scott Rowe as New Superintendent

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April 26, 2018

The Huntley Community School District 158 Board of Education has named Dr. Scott Rowe as superintendent of schools, starting July 1. Dr. Rowe currently is the principal of Huntley High School. The selection is the result of a national search … Starting July 1 »

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 »

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 to Host “The Clothesline Project” April 19

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April 10, 2018

Huntley High School will host “The Clothesline Project,” a sexual abuse and sexual assault awareness event associated with Erin’s Law on Thursday, April 19, from 8:30 a.m.-1:30 p.m. in the Commons. View full event information at http://www.district158.org/event/hhs-hosts-the-clothesline-project/. read more

HHS to Host IACAC Recognized College Fair April 23, 2018

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April 9, 2018

Join more than 140 colleges and universities and more than 20 area high schools at Huntley High School’s IACAC Recognized College Fair, to be held from 6:00-8:00 p.m. on Monday, April 23, 2018, in the HHS Field House. In recognition … 140+ Schools »

Education Foundation Dueling Pianos, Dinner, and Raffle April 7

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March 13, 2018

The Huntley 158 Education Foundation is excited to kick off another year of investing in educational excellence and invites you to enjoy an evening of entertainment while supporting a great cause – the students and teachers of Huntley Community School … Tickets & Sponsorships Available »

Dual Language Information Nights

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March 5, 2018

Huntley Community School District 158 will host on March 22 and April 12 information nights for families of incoming kindergarten families for 2018-19 interested in the District’s Dual Language Program. Mackeben Elementary: March 22 | 7:00-8:00 p.m. Leggee Elementary: April … read more

Huntley 158 Education Foundation Employee Recognition Banquet March 8

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February 23, 2018

The Huntley 158 Education Foundation will host its 1st Annual Huntley 158 Education Foundation Banquet on Thursday, March 8, 2018. This inaugural event will recognize the teachers and support personnel nominated by their peers for the Distinguished Educator of the … Video: Surprising the nominees »

Huntley 158 Education Foundation Awards $6k in Grants

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February 22, 2018

Members of the Huntley 158 Education Foundation recently awarded $6,327.96 in grants to Huntley Community School District 158 educators during its annual grant cycle. This year’s grants include an exciting entrepreneurial project for students with special needs, advanced hands-on equipment … read more

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 … read more

113 HHS Students Named ISAC Illinois State Scholars

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February 2, 2018

More than 100 Huntley High School seniors recently were named to the Illinois Student Assistance Commission’s 2016-2017 State Scholars List for outstanding academic achievement. Selection to the list is based on a combination of students’ scores on standardized tests and … read more

Six Huntley 158 Schools Receive Energy Star Certification

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January 31, 2018

Six Huntley Community School District 158 buildings recently received ENERGY STAR certification from the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency’s (EPA) ENERGY STAR® program. The designation certifies that the buildings are among the top 25% of school buildings nationwide for energy efficiency. … Top 4% in state »

Open Forums to Gather Community Input for Superintendent Search

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January 23, 2018

Hazard, Young, Attea, and Associates, the firm retained to assist Huntley Community School District 158 in the search for its next superintendent, will host two open forums for families and community members who would like to provide face-to-face input to the … read more

Huntley Superintendent to Step Down, Interim Superintendent TBA

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November 18, 2017

Press Release: 11.18.17 – Superintendent to Step Down, Interim TBA read more

Heineman Middle School presents Seussical JR.

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October 19, 2017

Join the cast and crew of Heineman Middle School’s Seussical JR. as Dr. Seuss’ best-loved characters collide and cavort in this fantastical musical extravaganza, October 20-21. Families and community members are invited to the Performing Arts Center to hear Dr. … Join the FUN! »

Huntley 158 Accepted Into the League of Innovative Schools

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October 6, 2017

Huntley Community School District 158 has been accepted into the League of Innovative Schools. Huntley 158 is among just 93 school districts in the U.S. and 3 in Illinois to be accepted. Among 93 districts in U.S. »

HHS Announces Fieldhouse Public Hours, New Athletic Event Procedures

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October 3, 2017

NOTE: An update was published November 9, 2017 about field house hours. 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 … New safety measures »

Area Veterans to be Honored at Marlowe Middle School November 10

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October 3, 2017

Marlowe Middle School will honor local military veterans at its annual Veterans Day Recognition Program on Friday, November 10, 2017, at the school, 9625 Haligus Road, Lake in the Hills. All District 158 area veterans and spouses are invited to … RSVP by October 27 »

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 »

Statement Regarding Media Reports On Bus Incident

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September 16, 2017

Many members of the community have seen and reacted to media reports about an incident involving an employee’s conduct on a school bus. Many have called for more information from the District. This message serves to share as much information … read more

Grammy Winner Bill Harley to Teach, Perform at H158 Schools

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September 15, 2017

The visit will include writing workshops and assemblies for students as well as two free, public concerts. Learn more »

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 »

Several Huntley 158 Schools Recognized for PBIS Excellence

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September 11, 2017

Seven Huntley 158 schools were recognized by the Midwest PBIS Network for outstanding implementation of the PBIS (Positive Behavior Interventions and Supports) system in 2016-17. PBIS is a proven model for establishing and promoting positive behavioral supports needed for students … read more

HHS Recognized as Illinois Democracy School

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August 31, 2017

Huntley High School has been recognized as a 2017 Illinois Democracy School by the Illinois Civic Mission Coalition (ICMC). Democracy Schools are recognized for providing students with authentic experiences in the rights, responsibilities and tensions inherent in living in a constitutional … Civic Engagement »

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 »

Washington Post Most Challenging Schools Badge

HHS Named to Washington Post “Most Challenging Schools”

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May 10, 2017

Huntley High School has been named to the Washington Post “Most Challenging Schools” list for the third year in a row. The list primarily reflects the Post’s own Challenge Index score, which measures the number of college-level tests given at … read more

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 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 »

HHS Students Take Top Prize in National Construction Design Challenge

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May 2, 2017

A team of Huntley High School students took first place in the Construction Industry Round Table (CIRT) National Design & Construction Competition in late April. The CIRT competition pitted teams of high school students from around the country against each … Six months of mentoring »

HHS to Host First IACAC Recognized College Fair April 24

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April 12, 2017

Approximately 125 colleges and universities and more than 20 area high schools will participate in Huntley High School’s inaugural IACAC-Recognized College Fair, to be held from 6:00-8:30 p.m. on Monday, April 24, 2017, in the HHS Field House. In recognition … 125 Schools »

Huntley 158 One of 10 Illinois Districts Piloting Competency-Based Education

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April 6, 2017

Huntley 158 is one of 10 Illinois school districts selected to participate in the first cohort of Illinois’ Competency-Based High School Graduation Requirements Pilot Program. The program is targeted to spur innovation among school districts to develop competency-based learning systems. Each … Read more »

Notice of Public Meeting: Special Education Services

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April 5, 2017

On Thursday, May 4, 2017, at 3:30 p.m., a meeting conducted by Huntley Community School District 158 will take place in the Administrative conference room of the Huntley Community School District 158. The purpose of the meeting will be to … read more

Voice Staff Travel to New York for Columbia Journalism Award

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March 24, 2017

The weekend of March 16-18, 10 staff members from The Voice and huntleyvoice.com attended the Columbia Scholastic Press Association’s annual spring conference in New York City. Back in October, staffers learned that the publication was up for a Crown Award … Crown Award »

Huntley High School Presents “Les Miserables”

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March 20, 2017

The Huntley High School Musical Theatre Department proudly presents “Les Misérables School Edition.” Performed entirely by students, “Les Misérables School Edition” recounts the struggle against adversity in 19th century France. Imprisoned for stealing a loaf of bread, petty thief Jean … April 20-22 »

Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat

New Theatre Technology on Display in MMS Production of “Joseph”

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March 14, 2017

With the addition of new intelligent moving lighting fixtures, the use of LED pixels, winches for automated flying scenery, and brand new state-of-the-art pyrotechnics, Marlowe Middle School aims to dazzle audiences with its production of Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat … March 17-18 at the PAC »

Schools Support #HuntleyGoesBald St. Baldrick’s Fundraiser

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March 10, 2017

A number of Huntley 158 schools, staff, and students are raising funds as part of #HuntleyGoesBald, a community-wide fundraiser for the St. Baldrick’s Foundation’s work against childhood cancer. The #HuntleyGoesBald effort includes two public events. March 17: At Huntley High … HHS Event March 17 »

School Bands Team Up with Sun City for Festival Concert

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March 7, 2017

About 75 students from Heineman Middle School, Marlowe Middle School, and Huntley High School are teaming up with the 50-person Sun City Concert Band for a public concert on Saturday, March 11 to conclude the first-ever D158 All Band Festival. The … Free concert March 11 »

Huntley 158 Mourns the Passing of Helen Marlowe

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March 7, 2017

The Huntley Community School District 158 community was saddened to learn of the passing of Mrs. Helen Marlowe. Mrs. Marlowe was the wife of the late Henry Marlowe, for whom Marlowe Middle School is named. Mr. Marlowe was a longtime … Read more »

HHS Thespian Troupe Presents “Fuddy Meers” March 1-4

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February 28, 2017

Huntley High School Thespian Troupe #6147 presents Fuddy Meers, a zany comedy intended for mature audiences only. The play, by David Lindsay-Abaire, follows Claire, who has a rare form of psychogenic amnesia that erases her memory whenever she goes to sleep. One day … At the PAC »

D158 Ed Foundation “Dueling Pianos, Dinner & Auction Fundraiser”

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February 23, 2017

Enjoy an evening of fabulous entertainment while supporting a great cause! Attend the District 158 Education Foundation’s “Dueling Pianos” event at Pinecrest Golf Course in Huntley. The event will be held on Friday, March 10 beginning at 6:00 p.m. The … read more

Teachers Awarded Over $4k in Grants from D158 Ed Foundation

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February 23, 2017

Members of the District 158 Education Foundation recently distributed $4,567.14 to Huntley Community School District 158 teachers to support a wide range of innovative efforts to transform students’ learning experiences during the current school year and beyond. This year, the … read more

Huntley 158 Response to Racist Material Distributed at HHS

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February 6, 2017

Last Friday through the inexcusable actions of one student, our school community was exposed to some of the worst and most vile racist material most of us have ever seen. The material shared is sickening and does not represent our … read more

Stotz Named Elementary School Principal of the Year

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February 2, 2017

Martin Elementary School Principal Jim Stotz has been named the 2016-17 Illinois Principals Association Kishwaukee Region Elementary School Principal of the Year. Mr. Stotz received the honor at the group’s banquet on February 1. Mr. Stotz began his career with … IPA Kishwaukee Region »

Leggee Elementary Receives Grant From Exxon Mobil

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February 2, 2017

Superintendent’s Letter on the Passing of Two Students

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January 11, 2017

It is with deep sadness that I report that we lost two students from our Huntley 158 family yesterday, January 10. The students, Ezequiel and Ariana Garcia, were siblings. Ezequiel, 11, was a sixth grade student at Marlowe Middle School, … read more

108 HHS Students Named ISAC State Scholars

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December 13, 2016

Student, Author Receives “Fifty for the Future” Tech Award

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November 10, 2016

Huntley senior Kyle Ockerlund has written two books on computer programming, and he gained national attention for research he completed on the effect of school bell tone on student concentration. He was among 10 Illinois high school students who recently received the “Fifty for the Future” Award from the Illinois Technology Foundation. His future plans »

Huntley 158 To Administer Teacher and Student Illinois 5Essentials Survey

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November 7, 2016

Huntley Community School District 158 will join the Illinois State Board of Education (ISBE) in the fifth statewide survey of school climate and learning conditions. The survey provides a unique opportunity for students, teachers and parents to have a voice … read more

HHS Presents “The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee”

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November 7, 2016

Download Press Release The Huntley High School Musical Theatre Department will present The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee on Thursday and Friday, November 10 and 11 at 7:00 p.m., and Saturday, November 12 at 3:00 p.m. and 7:00 p.m. … November 10-12 »

Heineman, Marlowe Co-Champs in Fluid Power Design Challenge

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November 1, 2016

Students from Marlowe Middle School and Heineman Middle School split first place for their engineering designs at the National Fluid Power Challenge held at Harper College in October. The Challenge is an engineering design competition in which students must solve an engineering … “Student-directed” competition »

HHS Music Students Take Top Honors

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November 1, 2016

Huntley High School’s music programs recently garnered a number of individual and program-wide honors. ILMEA District Honors Five band students and one choir student made Illinois Music Education Association (ILMEA) District 9 Honor Ensembles. This number is the highest from … Statewide awards, Disney Thanksgiving »

Huntley Voice a Finalist for Columbia Scholastic Press Association Award

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October 28, 2016

Download Press Release | Download High-resolution Huntley High School’s newsmagazine, The Voice, and its website, huntleyvoice.com, were recently named Crown Award Finalists in the high school hybrid category by the Columbia Scholastic Press Association. The CSPA Crown Award honors the … One of 15 in U.S. »

Marlowe to Honor Local Veterans at Veterans Day Ceremony

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October 21, 2016

Marlowe Middle School will honor local military veterans at its annual Veterans Day Recognition Program on Friday, November 11, 2016, at the school, 9625 Haligus Road, Lake in the Hills. All District 158 area veterans and spouses are invited to … Area vets and spouses invited »

HHS Presents “Macbeth” October 26-29

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October 18, 2016

Watch the Trailer: Download Press Release Students at Huntley High School will perform William Shakespeare’s dark and powerful tragedy Macbeth, from Wednesday, October 26 thru Saturday, October 29 in the school’s Performing Arts Center. All shows are at 7 p.m. … Watch the trailer »

HHS ABC 7 Friday Flyover October 14, 2016

Huntley High School ABC 7 Friday Flyover a Huge Success

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October 16, 2016

Update: Thank you to everyone who participated and tuned in! We had a fantastic showing. Check out videos from the ABC 7 broadcast below, and visit http://abc7chicago.com/sports/friday-flyover-huntley-high-school/1551911/ for additional photos and information. Help HHS Be #1 Huntley High is one of … Photos and Videos »

Seven HHS Students Earn National Merit Commendation

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October 4, 2016

Download Press Release Huntley High School is proud to announce seven students who have been named Commended Students in the 2017 National Merit Scholarship Program. A letter of commendation from the school and National Merit Scholarship Corporation (NMSC) will be … read more