Recognition
Calhoun earns Semper Fi Coach AwardMundelein High School’s head varsity football coach, Larry Calhoun, has been awarded the Semper Fi Coach Award, presented by the US Marine Corps and Glazier Football Clinics, which offer football and athletic performance clinics throughout the country.Calhoun was nominated for the award by Staff Sergeant Andrew Lowery of the United States Marine Corps, who worked with the
The award recognizes a high school football coach who lives out the Marine Corps motto of Semper Fidelis [Always Faithful], and who models the Marine Corps leadership values of Honor, Courage and Commitment.According to Glazier Clinics, the Semper Fi Coach is not necessarily selected for a winning record or championship title, but rather for leaving a legacy of intentional leadership.
Calhoun began in his position at MHS during the summer of 2015. He has previous coaching experience at Elk Grove High School, Westwood High School in Austin, Texas; Lakeview-Centennial High School in Garland Texas; and Dallas Christian High School in Mesquite, Texas.“I enjoy everything about it,” Calhoun said of his love of football. “I enjoy the feeling of accomplishment that comes with winning and I enjoy the challenge of growing and working to improve when we fail. I love the daily grind, and the sense of pride, honor and confidence that comes with knowing you’re prepared,” he explained.Glazier Clinics host clinics for coaches’ professional development in 32 different cities in the US. The clinics generally run for 2-3 days with a wide variety of topics and speakers related to a given sport or sports-related subject.
Calhoun explained that coaching a football team is much more than football; it is about helping with the development of a young man. “Whatever it is that happens to that player after his high school career is over he has hopefully developed the right habits and a value for doing the right thing,” he said. “You’ve had the privilege of being a part of his life and your heart swells with joy for him and you were blessed to help support him on his journey…that is the most fulfilling thing by far,” he concluded.
The Semper Fi Coach Award will be presented Saturday, March 4 as part of the morning sessions at the Chicago Glazier Clinic that weekend.“[The award] is flattering and a very pleasant surprise,” Calhoun said of the award. “It reminds me of the great job our coaches are doing with our kids. While we still have a lot of hill to climb, it’s another indication that we have made and are making significant progress,” he concluded.
SoundFX named Grand Champions AGAIN!
Mundelein High School’s all-male show choir, SoundFX, was named Grand Champion in the unisex division for the fourth straight year at the Fort Atkinson Showcase in Fort Atkinson, WI. Cory Thompson and Stevee Bellas direct the vocal music program at MHS.“This is quite a feat for a unisex group to be in the top 6 of ‘varsity level’ co-ed groups,” Thompson said. Mundelein’s all-female show choir, Lights, were named first runner-up in the same division.The MHS mixed show choir, Sound, made it into the finals receiving fifth place in the Open Class Division.Up next for the singing and dancing Mustangs is the Great River Invitational in Davenport, Iowa this coming weekend.
Activities
15 MHS seniors to vie for title of “Mr. Mustang 2017”
Fifteen Mundelein High School seniors have been selected to compete for the annual title of “Mr. Mustang.” They will participate in a public competition event Friday, Feb. 24 beginning at 7 p.m. in the MHS Auditorium. Tickets are $10 for adults and $5 for students, seniors and children. All proceeds will cover the Senior Class of 2017 Graduation Party.The theme for the evening will be Mr. Mustang 2017: Winter Wonderland. The emcees, chosen by their peers, are Luke Loding and David West. The senior girls voted earlier to choose senior guys to vie for the title. Those who made the cut then auditioned for members of the Mundelein Parent Group who sponsor the event. After auditions, the number was cut to 15. The evening competition will include modeling formalwear, group and individual talent performances, speeches written by the contestants to their parents and questions for the finalists to answer. The 15 will be cut to five before additional questioning and then Mr. Mustang and two runners-up will be announced. A panel of judges will do the balloting. This year’s contestants include: Jake Antenore, Brendan Callas, Jimmy Corbin, Chinedu Ebube, Jonah Emil, Sam Eugenis, Linden Ewing, Thomas Ferro, Stephan Hatchett, Kyle Klauss, Justin Lawrence, Ryan Magee, Nick Oleinik, Ryan Scott and Mitchell Zaprzalka.
Volunteers Needed for Mr. Mustang 2017, February 24, 2017
Mr. Mustang is a “pageant” showcasing our senior guys from MHS, and truly is a favorite for the students. The proceeds go towards the Senior Graduation Party. The responsibilities are easy and fun! Please consider helping!!! Call, text or email Lisa Johnson at 847.370.6548 or Johnson.lj@comcast.net.
Winter Formal set for Saturday, Feb. 25
Mundelein High School has dropped its Turnabout Dance, usually taking place near Valentine’s Day, and has replaced it with a Winter Formal. The dance will take place Saturday, Feb. 25, from 7 to 10 p.m. in the Main Gym.
The theme for this first Winter Formal is “An Evening in the Arctic.” The court, made up of the five male and five female seniors who earned the most votes, will be announced at the beginning of an assembly on Friday, Feb. 24 beginning at 2:45 p.m. The King and Queen will be announced at the end of the assembly, at approximately 3:10 p.m. An introduction ceremony of the King and Queen and court is set for 8 p.m. during the Saturday evening dance. MHS faculty member Patrick Gaughan is the advisor for the event.
Jewel Osco Scavenger Hunt
Mundelein High School foundation of wellness health students Caitlin Morey,Teagan Sheffer, Katie Staroszczyk, Yianna Schneckloth, Taneesha Tavkar and Mundelein Jewel director Bill Reckert work together on the Nutritional Scavenger Hunt. Members of both classes collaborated with one another on finding products which had the best nutritional value, as well as the best value per unit price. Thank you Jewel Osco for supporting Mundelein High School learning environment.
Police Officers take over Criminal Law Class
The third in a series of Criminal Law classes took place Feb. 16 where members of the Mundelein Police Department take over the teaching in the class. Officer Chris Callas, who also spent several years as the school resource officer at MHS, spoke about arrest procedures. The students are learning first hand from law enforcement about things like Fourth and Fifth Amendment Rights, arrest procedures and others. Mary Plucinski is the teacher for the class.
Feb. 23: CLC STEM Speaker Series highlights the work of Nikola Tesla
Nationally renowned author, speaker and journalist John Wasik will discuss his new book about inventor Nikola Tesla at the College of Lake County STEM Speaker Series at 7 p.m. Feb. 23. The new book, “Lightning Strikes: Timeless Lessons in Creativity from the Life and Work of Nikola Tesla,” tells the compelling story of how Tesla created radio, the modern electrical grid, robotics and wireless/remote control. “For fans of the Tesla car, Google or drones, this is an exciting journey of inspiration and discovery,” Wasik writes. The event, which is free and open to the public, will be held in Room A011. For details, visit http://tinyurl.com/gst427y.
Career and technical education programs play a vital role in meeting workforce demands
Career and Technical Education (CTE) prepares individuals for high-skill, in-demand jobs that further Illinois’ global competitiveness. These programs are at the core of the community college’s mission to provide educational opportunities tailored to local business and industry needs. The College of Lake County joins with community colleges throughout the state in February to celebrate Career and Technical Education Month. With 40 career preparation programs and more than 100 certificate options, CLC provides students with a life-changing path from dreams to bright futures. For details, visit http://tinyurl.com/jlbam5v.
March 3-11: Theatre department presents ‘The Cherry Orchard’
A family on the edge of ruin and a country on the brink of revolution. That’s the setting for the CLC Theatre department’s production of “The Cherry Orchard,” written by Anton Chekhov and translated by Tom Stoppard.
In the play, a once wealthy family struggles to save its estate and beloved cherry orchard, which have been put up for auction to pay their debts. Set in 1904 Russia after a turbulent 40 year-period, “The Cherry Orchard” is about change and how society adapts to it. Performances will take place March 3-4 and 9-11 at 7:30 p.m., March 5 at 2 p.m. and March 10 at 10 a.m. for high school students. For details, visit http://tinyurl.com/zdsmp58.
College and Career Resource Center
Visit the CCRC website for resources regarding college planning and financial aid including scheduled college representative visits and scholarship information: http://www.d120.org/academics/ccrc/default.aspx
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Representatives visiting MHS next week:
Tuesday: Truman State University (9am), University of Missouri (1pm), Financial Aid assistance (9:30-2), Army recruiter available during lunch periods
Wednesday: Iowa State University
Thursday: Southeast Missouri State University, University of Illinois at Chicago
Friday: Eureka College
Illinois Regional College Fair
On March 16, over 165 college representatives will be coming to Lake County to talk to prospective students and their families and you don’t want to miss it!
This event is an excellent opportunity for freshmen-juniors to get information about multiple colleges and programs in one location, or for seniors who still haven’t made a decision to make final comparisons, right down the street. CLC’s Grayslake Campus is hosting this event from 6-8pm.
For more information and to pre-register, click HERE:
NLU Pathways
National Louis University, an established university that has been in the Chicagoland area since 1886, now with a brand new undergraduate program: The Harrison Professional Pathways Program
The Pathways program was specifically designed to help more young people get to and through college, and it is an affordable, convenient, and supportive path to a bachelor’s degree. Some features of our program include:
- Affordability: $10,000 per year “all-in” cost includes tuition, books, and fees. This can be a net zero cost for students eligible to earn full Pell and MAP grants.
- Support: A Success Coach is assigned to every student in order to provide the academic, personal, and career development support to help each student stay on-track.
- Flexibility: Students meet in their cohort for classes on campus two days a week the remainder of coursework is completed online allowing students the opportunity to work while enrolled full-time in college.
Students admitted to the Pathways program at NLU will be earning the most affordable bachelor’s degree in Illinois.
Want the college experience but also want to stay close to home? We have a full campus located in Wheeling, only about a 25 minute drive from MHS.
Aren’t sure about the whole idea of college, in general? There’s no essay requirement and no application fee to apply! At NLU, it’s okay if you don’t know what you want to study when you’re a freshman! Students take general education classes and electives in their first two years at NLU and do not have to declare a major until they start their junior year.
Think community college may be their only option? Be it financially our cost of tuition is extremely comparable to community college tuition; Academically we have a minimum GPA admissions requirement of 2.0+ and we are test optional so we do not require an ACT/SAT score; Socially/Emotionally The Success Coach assigned to each student meets with them regularly to provide social/emotional and academic support to help the student be successful in the Pathways Program; Or based on their immigration status we have partnered with Dream.US to provide support for undocumented students, including reduced tuition rates and even full scholarship opportunities that cover all 4 years.
It’s not too late to apply to Pathways @ NLU!
Become an NLU Eagle and see why Money Magazine Lists NLU In National Top 10 for Grads Making a Difference
The NLU application can be filled out online at this link (nl.edu/applyonline), or you can ask Mrs. Rusk for a paper copy of our application!
Rotary Youth Leadership Awards
Do you have what it takes to become a dynamic leader and change not only yourself but the world?
Rotary Youth Leadership Awards (RYLA) is an intensive leadership experience organized by Rotary clubs and districts where you develop your skills as a leader while having fun and making connections.
What are the benefits?
- Connect with leaders in your community and around the world to:
- Build communication and problem-solving skills
- Discover strategies for becoming a dynamic leader in your school or community
- Learn from community leaders, inspirational speakers, and peer mentors
- Unlock your potential to turn motivation into action
- Have fun and form lasting friendships
What’s involved?
RYLA events are organized locally by Rotary clubs and districts for participants ages 14-30. Depending on community needs, RYLA may take the form of a one-day seminar, a three-day retreat, or a weeklong camp. Typically, events last 3-10 days and include presentations, activities, and workshops covering a variety of topics.
Your community might host a RYLA event for secondary school students to hone their leadership potential, for university students to develop creative problem-solving strategies, or for young professionals to learn ethical business practices.
How can I get involved?
RYLA participants are nominated by local Rotary clubs. Contact Mr. Sean Nelson at snelson@ilymcayg.org to find out more about RYLA events in your area, how to apply, and any costs of getting involved. Scholarships are available.
Sessions for 2017 run from March 9-12 or April 6-9.
Athletics
Spring Sport AthletesAll spring sports athletes will need a white card for clearance to participate. The following items need to be handed in all at once in order for athletes to be given white cards.
1. Pay Mrs. Olsen in the book store ($75)
2. Copy of current physicals
3. Athletic Paperwork filled out and signed
Bring the above information to Mrs. Risdon in the Athletic office to avoid be caught on the sidelines for the first day of tryouts.
Wrestling
Varsity wrestlers are headed to Assembly Hall - Champaign to compete Friday & Saturday at the IHSA State meet. Good luck to Dane Durlacher, Reese Durlacher & Logan Kvien.
Gymnastics
Varsity gymnasts Katie Miller & Taylor Shanahan are headed to the IHSA State gymnastics meet @ Palatine. Competition will begin Friday and continue to Saturday. Best of luck!
Boys Swimming & Diving
Varsity competes this weekend, Saturday, at the IHSA Sectional meet hosted at Vernon Hills High School. Diving will begin @ 9am with swimming beginning @ 1pm.
Winter Guard
Congratulations to the Winter guard team placing 4th at Hersey. The team improved 16 points in 2 weeks! Awesome job!
Photos from the Week
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| To qualify for state, Logan Kvien ‘19 wins his sectionals meet at Barrington High School on Saturday Feb. 11. Kvien and two others qualified for State in the IHSA Individual Sectionals. Photo by Paige Corrigan. |
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| Working on her "this I believe assignment" in Ryan Buck's Honors English 3 class, Dani Adaska '18 writes down her thoughts in room A101 on Feb. 16. The assignment is practice for part of the narrative writing unit being learned in the class. Photo by Kyle Ehemann. |
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| Before the long weekend, Daniel Morales '17 feeds the AP Art class pet fish on Feb. 16. The class pet was adopted two weeks ago and lives in the art office. Photo by Marina Hamm-Gordils. |
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| To start her day, Riley Malcolm '19 reads "My Friend Leonard" in her Honors English 2 class on Feb. 16. Elizabeth Willis's class reads everyday for the first fifteen minutes of class. Photo by Jessica Franzen. |
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| As one of the relay teams for the varsity conference at Stevenson High School starts, the rest of the Mundelein swim team gathers at the side of the pool and cheers on their fellow teammates. This was the final relay of the conference, and everyone had worked and trained hard. Photo by Katelyn Staroszczyk. |
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| Taking an AP practice test in AP literature, Julia Loverde '17 decides on a right answer in Laura Garcia's room on Thursday morning. The test was composed of a sonnet that had to be analyzed with a 10 multiple choice questions. Photo by Meghan Ehemann. |