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| Dr. Charles Lutzow, Lieutenant Commander Navy Air Intelligence Officer takes a moment to have his photo taken with the MHS flag display. |
Announcements
Hybrid Schedule Update
At Tuesday's Board of Education meeting, the Board reviewed the COVID19 Metrics data for Lake County and zip codes which attend MHS. Currently this data does not support a return to in-person instruction (see D120 Superintendent's Messages). In addition, the Board supported the administrative request to not return to a hybrid schedule until any earlier than January 19, 2021. MHS staff will begin working in the building starting January 11, 2020.
Both these decisions are connected to the ongoing COVID19 Metrics data for D120. These data points are now available for the D120 school community to view (Click HERE to see Metrics data).
MHS will continue to update the school community on the details for these future dates.
School Picture Retake Day
Tuesday, November 17. 11:00 am-7:00 pm in the MHS Cafeteria.
This is your final chance to take a photo and be included in the yearbook (an updated photo from this year is required to be included), or to retake your photo if you prefer to do so.
At this time we need everyone to check that we have a photo, and select the one you want used in the yearbook. To do so, please go to vipis.com to search for your images, or, if you signed up for an alert before photo day, check your email for a message with a link to your images from Visual Image Photography, support@vipis.com
If you cannot find an image, please take a photo on retake day, or contact VIP with questions at support@vipis.com
If you decide you’d like a retake, do not place an order before taking part on retake day (because all images are now viewable, orders made before retake day are no longer replaced). About a week after retake day, all new images can be found using the same link previously emailed to you from VIP, or by going to vipis.com
You can re-select your yearbook image at that time.
Blood Drive
In years past, Mundelein High School has hosted blood drives to help keep the supply strong in our geographic area. The pandemic which hit last March changed everything but it has not changed the need for blood. Every few seconds someone in the United States needs a blood transfusion to help them survive surgery, trauma, recover from cancer treatments or a blood disorder.
Due to remote learning and social distancing, Mundelein High School will hold a Virtual Blood Drive to take place over a four-week time period from November 16 through December 13. Donors, who must be at least 16 years old, may include students, staff, family and friends.
“Tell your neighbors and friends to donate,” said Justin Hart, MHS Wellness Department Chair and coordinator of the event. “Wear school apparel and take selfies to post on social media,” he said.
Here are the details:
Donate blood at any Vitalant Donor Center (formerly LifeSource). The closest sites are in Gurnee and Lake Bluff. All locations may be found here: https://www.vitalant.org/Donate/Blood-Donation/Locations.aspx
All donors who provide the group code MN07 (or school name) during the screening process at the time of donation will receive a coupon for a FREE large one-topping pizza from Papa John’s and will give the school credit for the scholarship dollars.
Vitalant has responded to the pandemic with many safety measures including temperature checks, social distancing, continuous sanitation of donor-touched areas and the use of masks by donors and staff.
Signing up online is easy. Visit www.vitalant.org and click “Donate Now” on any page. First-time users should click “New Donor” and proceed to complete the registration
Mention Mundelein High School or the group code MN07.
“Every use of the group code helps MHS earn scholarship dollars through the Vitalant High School Scholarship Program,” Hart explained. “These funds help us with student scholarships here at the school.”
Student Leadership Pie Sale
Help raise funds for Student Leadership - and make the holiday season easy! Market Day is offering holiday pie bundles with big savings! Spend more time with your loved ones this season, and out of the kitchen. Market Day's restaurant quality pies are sure to be the talk of the family meals this season! Choose from one of our Holiday bundles and save!
College & Career Center
As a reminder, if you have not yet done so, please take a moment to review and bookmark the Virtual College and Career Resource Center. (Virtual CCRC)
Financial Aid Assistance: Don’t forget, MHS has a wonderful representative from the Illinois Student Assistance Commission who is happy to help you work through your financial aid questions! Reach out to Alexis any time, or connect with him on Wednesday during his dedicated MHS hours! You can find Alexis’ information in the Virtual CCRC or by using the link below.
Remember, if you have questions at any time you just have to schedule an appointment with Mrs. Rusk, our College Counselor, and we can connect via Zoom to talk through any questions or concerns you may have!
Athletics
Mustangs had six student athletes who signed on the dotted line to continue their academic and athletic careers to the collegiate level. Congratulations to the following student athletes. MHS is proud of you all!
Brianna Martin - Daemen College - Volleyball
Sydney Boudreau - Purdue University - Soccer
Adry Kasemets - University of Louisville - Swimming
Chibuike (Scottie) Ebube - Southern Illinois University - Carbondale - Basketball
Conor Enright - Drake University - Basketball
Wilken (Tre) Benjamin - Western Illinois University - Baseball
Photos from the Week
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| Voting for the first time in this year's election on Tuesday, Nov. 3, Gabrielle Seminaro '21 receives her first "I voted" sticker. Seminaro said, "I felt excited to vote for the first time and do my part for the country. My experience was a little nerve-racking, but overall it went well!" |
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| First-time voter, Laryzza Lazaro '21 shares her voice in this year's election, which was held Nov. 3. Lazaro said, "I think it's super important for people to have their voice heard, which is one of the reasons I chose to vote this year." |
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| With a historic election underway, Ramona Vargas 21' grabs lunch at a nearby Popeyes after voting for her first time on Nov. 3. "I chose to vote because I believe that every vote and voice counts," Vargas said. "We deserve to express our opinions and choose who we want to run our country. It felt good to know that my choice mattered." |
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| MHS Principal Anthony Kroll and his daughter take a selfie after voting. "I was able to vote with my daughter Sofia. It was her first time voting in a presidential election and I was proud of her decision to take the effort and vote." |
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| MHS Security staff have been working to distribute lunches within the community this fall. Their continued enthusiasm and dedication to this daily task is much appreciated! |