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The Queen’s Speech

By Randi Peterson
June 1, 2013

This was a speech given by Randi Peterson, Valedictorian - Class of 2013 on June 1, 2013 at the Huntley High School Graduation Ceremony.

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“Admission” is so close, yet so far

By Randi Peterson
April 1, 2013

With a solid core cast and a basic, not too restricting setting, “Admission” had a lot of potential. Unfortunately, most of it remained unfulfilled. That’s...

Anne Hathaway: Why all the hate?

By Randi Peterson
March 11, 2013

In the past year or so, Anne Hathaway, the formerly beloved Princess of Genovia, has fallen to one of the most despised people in Hollywood. But the hate...

Five reasons why you should watch the Oscars

By Randi Peterson
February 23, 2013

For me, the Oscars are what February’s all about. Forget Valentine’s Day. Forget the Super Bowl. As a self-proclaimed movie buff, I spend the whole...

Randi’s Oscar Picks

By Randi Peterson
February 4, 2013

For me, Oscar picks have always been a balance between who I think deserves to win and who I want to win. There are several other factors that go into consideration...

And the award for Biggest Snubbee goes to…10 actors who deserve Oscars

By Randi Peterson
January 22, 2013

After the Golden Globes, some people have again cried out about how unfair it is that Leonardo DiCaprio has again gone home empty handed. Leo’s a great...

“Gangster Squad” for what it’s worth

By Randi Peterson
January 14, 2013

It’s the same old story. Outstanding acting carrying an interesting-enough plot through coulda shoulda woulda execution. “Gangster Squad” is an...

Principles of Biomedical Science going strong in first semester

By Randi Peterson
January 10, 2013

Last year, the Medical Academy through Project Lead the Way came to Huntley High School. As the program continues to grow, new classes are being offered...

Physics C to be taught at HHS in 2013-2014 school year

By Randi Peterson
January 8, 2013

Next year, AP Physics C will be implemented into the science department. For the past several years, Huntley has offered AP Physics B, algebra-based physics,...

“Struck by Lightning” is a Hit

By Randi Peterson
December 21, 2012

Chris Colfer, Renaissance man. People know him for his role as the flamboyant Kurt Hummel on Glee, for which he has received a number of awards and...

Math Team Prepares for Upcoming Competitions

By Randi Peterson
December 1, 2012

The Math Team website is a perfect representation of the team. Listed below “HHS 2012-2013 Math Team: We’re gonna rock it! :-)” and “Team Motto: ‘You've...

Every day is a day to be in the Olympics

By Randi Peterson
November 16, 2012

Why is making an effort in gym such a bad thing? Some people enjoy it, and they shouldn’t be singled out for going all out doing something they love.

Conference title dreams for boys soccer dashed by CG

By Randi Peterson
September 27, 2012

Thursday evening, the varsity boys soccer team (12-4-1) lost its chance at the Fox Valley Conference title with a 2-0 loss to an undefeated Cary-Grove...

Boys soccer pulls out win in final minutes against Jacobs

By Randi Peterson
September 27, 2012

Things were not looking good going into the second half for the boys varsity soccer team (12-3-1) Tuesday night. Under the lights at Jacobs, the Eagles...

One player scoring three goals is not a common occurrence in high school soccer games. But when the boys varsity soccer team played the Crystal Lake Central Tigers on Monday afternoon, not one, but two Huntley players pulled a hat trick.

Boys Soccer play in Pepsi Showdown

By Randi Peterson
September 15, 2012

The fall sports season in Huntley is always about football and volleyball. The student body flocks to these games in impressive numbers, while other sports...

[MyVoice] Why off-campus lunch doesn’t work

By Randi Peterson
August 31, 2012

The situation. In my time at Huntley High School, I haven’t gone a school year without hearing complaints about off-campus lunch at Huntley. Or rather,...

Plague infects high school students, pandemic on the rise

By Randi Peterson
May 21, 2012

It’s a plague that travels through the halls Huntley, affecting students, both dedicated and less than so. It destroys kids. Each year it escalates...

HHS’s The Sharp Set barbershop quartet district champions

By Randi Peterson
April 1, 2012

The Sharp Set is a barbershop quartet consisting of four HHS seniors have become district champions for the Illinois District Barbershop Harmony Society.

Spazmatics put on benefit concert, support Huntley fine arts students

By Randi Peterson
March 28, 2012

A group of four grown men, donning high socks, fanny packs, beanies, pocket protectors, bike helmets, sweater vests, Converse, and horned-rimmed glasses...

Project 2 perform concert at Culver’s restaurent while raising funds for FAB

By Randi Peterson
March 12, 2012

On March 12, Project 2, the student-organized musical group started by junior Dylan Ladd, performed at the Culver’s Huntley location for the second...

Hitting the right notes

By Randi Peterson
March 2, 2012

Bill Leggee, an 81 year old retired music and English teacher, still has a passion for music. He has and always will be all about the music.

Huntley High School competes in local barbershop quartet contest

By Randi Peterson
February 12, 2012

At 2 p.m. on Feb. 12, Huntley High School’s performing arts center hosted the Youth in Harmony Regional Barbershop Contest. The contest consisted...

myVoice: “Phantom Menace” does 3D right

By Randi Peterson
February 10, 2012

The 3D movie is all the rage in Hollywood these days (even though 3D films have been around since 1915); some movies are being made deliberately for...

Huntley students participate in county Honor’s Band

By Randi Peterson
January 21, 2012

At 2 p.m. on Jan. 21, 17 Huntley students participated in the McHenry County Honor Band’s 36th Annual Festival Concert in Crystal Lake South’s...

12-Season Awards

By Randi Peterson
November 20, 2011

Twelve-season athletes Ryan Palmer and Duke Larkin are the only two athletes of their kind in this year's senior class.

A Stroke of Luck

By Randi Peterson
October 21, 2011

In 1944, Josef Dittrich was 11 years old and living in Romania. It was two days from his birthday when his life changed forever.

GALLERY: Marching Band

By Randi Peterson
October 16, 2011

“The Ides of March” showcases outstanding acting

By Randi Peterson
October 8, 2011

Gosling, Clooney, and company present an engaging political drama that leaves the audience disturbed by the world of politics.

GALLERY: Homecoming Parade

By Randi Peterson
September 29, 2011

Photos by Randi Peterson

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The Queen’s Speech

“Admission” is so close, yet so far

Anne Hathaway: Why all the hate?

Five reasons why you should watch the Oscars

Randi’s Oscar Picks

And the award for Biggest Snubbee goes to…10 actors who deserve Oscars

“Gangster Squad” for what it’s worth

Principles of Biomedical Science going strong in first semester

Physics C to be taught at HHS in 2013-2014 school year

“Struck by Lightning” is a Hit

Math Team Prepares for Upcoming Competitions

Every day is a day to be in the Olympics

Conference title dreams for boys soccer dashed by CG

Boys soccer pulls out win in final minutes against Jacobs

Boys soccer shuts out CLC

Boys Soccer play in Pepsi Showdown

[MyVoice] Why off-campus lunch doesn’t work

Plague infects high school students, pandemic on the rise

HHS’s The Sharp Set barbershop quartet district champions

Spazmatics put on benefit concert, support Huntley fine arts students

Project 2 perform concert at Culver’s restaurent while raising funds for FAB

Hitting the right notes

Huntley High School competes in local barbershop quartet contest

myVoice: “Phantom Menace” does 3D right

Huntley students participate in county Honor’s Band

12-Season Awards

A Stroke of Luck

GALLERY: Marching Band

“The Ides of March” showcases outstanding acting

GALLERY: Homecoming Parade

The Voice