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Members of the band performed for the first time since the pandemic started. The concert featured 11 songs of various themes. (A. Harper)

Huntley band puts on grand display in first concert

By Annaliese Harper
November 4, 2021

With the pandemic, many instruments were learned, tuned, and performed over Zoom. However, on Nov. 3, the bands were able to perform in front of a full...

Provided by D. Palzynski

Tampons in the boys bathroom

By Dylan Palczynski
November 2, 2021

Since Jan. 1 2021, a state mandate was released leaving schools waiting for a shipment of supplies and dispensers that would work with just the wave of...

This year, the Halloween House for the Hungry drew inspiration from the real Island of the Dolls. (E. Armstrong)

Halloween House for the Hungry feeds fear

Andy and Joanne Kalischefski continue community tradition
By Ellie Armstrong
October 31, 2021

On the side of the house at 9731 Chetwood Drive in Huntley, Illinois, worn-down dolls hang eerily from a fence and an old lady sitting in a rocking chair...

Participants gathered in full-costume at the event.

Spooky Buddies event on Oct. 26

By Jacey Sola
October 27, 2021

The smell of churros and donuts wafts through the air. A crowd of kids and students wearing all types of costumes fills your eyes. The phrase “trick...

Courtesy of Nikki Darnall

Huntley’s Haunted Trails

Huntley Park District holds event for families to celebrate Halloween
By Nikki Darnall
October 25, 2021

A cloudy black sky casted an ominous sheet over all who dared to stand outside. A line quickly formed with people bustling with anticipation. Families...

Courtesy of District 158s official site

BOE meeting on Oct. 21

By Amelia Pozniak
October 23, 2021

District 158 held its monthly Board of Education meeting this Thursday, Oct. 21. Because of the cancellation of the Committee of the Whole meeting on Oct....

A new student schedule with blended classes (A. Zenaty)

Blended with a twist

Blended learning is happening with a new rule
By Austin Zenaty
October 21, 2021

Blended learning is when students get to go anywhere around the school to do work. It has been going on for years, and this year is going to be different...

The tardy pass that the attendance office has recently started enforcing (S. Webb)

The new tardy system at HHS

Disrespectful students cause stricter enforcement within the building
By Samantha Webb
October 19, 2021

The attendance office at HHS has now started administering the printing of new tardy passes. To gain access into class, students have to report to the...

A PSAT proctor room in full set-up.

PSAT held on Oct. 13

By Breanna Burak
October 13, 2021

On Wednesday, Oct. 13, the juniors at Huntley High School took the Preliminary SAT following Monday and Tuesday off of school. Seniors were given the Wednesday...

Students can now begin the numerous steps to apply for HHS’s Medical Academy (Courtesy of District 158)

Medical Academy applications are now open

Advice from students and teachers on the best ways to prepare for application season
By Megan Pawlak
October 13, 2021

It is that time of the year again where sophomores, juniors, and seniors are finally able to see a glimpse into their future careers. Applications for...

2021 HHS Dance Out Cancer event, time to party in pink. (J. Smith)

Dance out cancer event outcome

A further look into the success of this annual event
By Jessica Smith
October 12, 2021

Senior Donovan Johnson walked into the gym to be presented with the sight of pink balloons, loud music, a stage, and a room full of friendly faces. For...

 A boy sits on the roof of a car to watch the movie projected on the screen. (A. Panier)

First Friday Nights: drive-in movie kicks off spooky season

By Abby Panier
October 2, 2021

On the evening of Oct. 1, the classic Halloween song, “I Put a Spell on You,” cuts through the thick, warm air in the Sew Hop’d and Union Special...

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