Friday Focus
Announcements
MHS Job Board
Are you looking for a job? Would you like a summer job, employment after graduation, an internship or another employment opportunity?
MHSCareerDiscovery.com is our career webpage. The purpose of this page is to connect interested students with part-time employment, seasonal and internship opportunities as well as after high school career opportunities. It also includes information about upcoming career fairs, employer open houses and various industry specific promotional events.
Most of these jobs do not require prior experience. Instead, local companies are seeking students who are eager to learn, dependable, committed and willing to work hard. That’s what Mustangs are all about; so companies want to work with you!!
Click HERE to access the job list.
Some of the current jobs include:
- Front desk receptionist-Ultimate Ninjas
- Lodge attendant-Grand Dominion Del Webb
- Camp Counselor-Banner Day Camp
- Part time coach-Sports R Us
- Service Technician-Zettl Mimatic
….and many more
Jobs are added all the time, so keep looking. See Mrs. Fiore in the CCRC with any questions.
Check it out today!
College & Career
College scholarships for Seniors are in full swing, so be sure to catch up on any of the scholarships that are being offered through Naviance.
Click on This Link for Next Week's Scholarship List
Also check out our Twitter and Instagram accounts for upcoming events.
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)
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!
Or, you can just stop by The College & Career Resource Center (CCRC) - Room B105 Monday through Friday from 7:25 a.m. until 3:25 p.m.
Athletics
Football
Coaches Corner: Vince DeFrancesco
Congratulations to Omari Rhinehart for being recognized this past Saturday for the IHSFCA 7A All-State Football team. The All State ceremony took place in Dekalb, IL prior to the 7A State Championship game. This award consists of only 18 players in the state who are nominated and voted on by a panel of football coaches across the state. Coach DeFrancesco, who nominated Omari, was thrilled to hear Omari received this prestigious award. Mundelein has not had an All-State football player since 2005.
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| Omari Rhinehart with Coach DeFrancesco |
Boys Swimming
Coaches Corner: Rahul Sethna
The Mustangs won the Niles West Varsity Invite this past weekend. In winning 7 out of the 12 events, the Mustangs won the invite by over 80 points. Event (Individual and Relay) winners included: Omar Fathallah, Michael Romero, Edwin Serrano, Aaron Anastos and Cameron Gilbert. Other Top 3 (Individual and Relay) finishes also included: Matt Willis and Alec Sethna. The Mustangs are currently ranked 8th in the state and are back in competition against Lake Forest on Thursday and at the Glenbrook North Invite on Saturday.
Daily Herald scouting Lake County Swim
Mundelein Mustangs Coach: Rahul Sethna (14th season)
Top returning swimmers: Omar Fathallah, sr., (sprints), Michael Romero, sr., (breast, fly, IM), Aaron Anastos, sr., (200 free, relays), Cameron Gilbert, sr., (back, IM), Dominick Fidanze, sr., (breast, IM), Johnathan Anno, Jr, (diving), Eddie Serrano, Jr, (200, 500), Matt Willis, Jr, (500, back), David Tatevosian, Jr, (fly, IM), Alex Sethna, soph., (breast, 100, IM), Zach Gonzalez, soph., (fly, 50)
Top new swimmers: Ayesh Chandrasekera, sr., Marcus Gallegos, sr., Alan Fox, sr., Anthony Petrashko, sr., Ethan Trankalov, Jr, Jacob Hall, soph., Trey Halas, fresh., Tovi Kharpak, fresh., (diving, swimming), Joey Kafka, fresh., (diving)
Outlook: A lot going on for Mundelein. Fathallah, Sethna noted, is one of the top sprinters in the state and is a state title contender in the 100, plus a possibility to final in two individuals. He medaled his first two years at state and will be a key relay component. Romero is a state qualifier in the breast, fly and IM. Sethna said he also has a chance to medal at state in the breast and fly, and is another relay mainstay. Anastos is a state qualifier in the 200 and in the relays with Sethna labeling him one of the top mid-distance freestylers in the area. Sethna would like to see the Mustangs get two relays to the state finals. "Last year was probably our deepest team we ever had, which had a mix of top-end speed and fast, balanced depth," Sethna said. "This year, we are probably not as deep, but we are a potential Top 10 team at state. Our front line swimmers will carry the boat in most meets, but we need our other younger guys to step up and carry the boat if we want to be successful at the dual and invite level." Mundelein, a sectional champion two years ago, is ranked eighth in one preseason poll.
Boys Basketball
Coaches Corner: Matt Badgley
This past week has been an eventful week for the Mustangs. We had our first program sweep of the year on December 1st vs North Chicago. Varsity was led by Junior Chris Martin with 25 points and 9 rebounds a Freshman Derek Bishop who scored 21! All three levels played hard, competed, and played as a team. We welcomed Evanston to the Stable on December 4th and unfortunately did not have the same results!
On December 7th we traveled to Waukegan to open up NSC play. The Mustangs were able to complete the second sweep of the young season. Varsity was led by Freshman Derek Bishop who poured in a career high 29 points! We travel to play Stevenson on December 11th. Red Rage we need you!
We are also in the middle of our Snap Raise Fundraiser and would appreciate any help passing out the word!
Girls Basketball
Coaches Corner: Greg Dorgan
5-4 overall, 2-1 in North Suburban Conference
We have won 3 games in a row: Beat Zion Benton 51-30, beat Lakes 40-31, and beat Waukegan 59-31. This is our first 3 game win streak since November of 2018. Our team only won 1 game last year, so some nice improvement early in the season.
Before we resume conference play this Friday, we are participating in a Holiday Gift Drive. We are going shopping and wrapping gifts for a family we are sponsoring. This is a great team bonding experience while making a positive contribution to our community!
Our JV team also practiced with our Special Olympics team this week to help prepare them for their next game. Shout-out to our players and coaching staff for being so selfless and teaching life skills that our players will take with them beyond the basketball court!
Girls Gymnastics
Coaches Corner: Bridget Erickson
12/8/21 was an early senior night for MHS. Hosting conference rivals Lake Zurich and Warren for a tri the Mustangs enjoyed a celebrated evening with their seniors. Congratulations to Keely Murphy, Jessica Lake, Jenna Rose Klein, Alexis Bellecomo, Tori Collins, Tori Bloniarz. We thank you and your families for your commitment to MHS.
Photos From the Week
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| After school in the weight room on Thursday Dec. 2, Xavier Ortiz '22 is staying consistent with lifting after football season came to a close.- Alexandra Brimmer ‘22 |
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| With finals week coming around the corner on Wednesday, Dec. 8, Jacob Buysse '22 & Ryan Guerrero '22 work on their final assignments of the semester in Zoology class.- Ashley Wolverton ‘23 |
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| The Sound FX show choir performs their dancing themed show at the Spotlight event on Friday, Dec. 3.-Addison Klein ‘25 |
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| During 6th period lunch on Dec. 8, Anjeli Modi ''22 colors a coloring sheet that went along with Mental Health Week.-Keely Murphy ‘22 |