September 6, 2024

Dear MHS Families,

We have a few important reminders for you this week:

Today is the last day to register for the PSAT/National Merit Scholarship Qualifying Test (PSAT/NMSQT). The test will be given on Wednesday, October 16, 2024 at Mundelein High School. This exam is optional, open to Grade 11 students only, and is being offered free of charge. This exam is the qualifying exam for the National Merit Scholarship. This is a great opportunity for you to possibly obtain National Merit recognition and scholarship money. Next week I will have the honor of announcing the 2025 semifinalist from MHS. Next year, it could be you! Click here to register using your MHS email.

On Monday, students will be surveyed regarding the supports they know are available to them at school, their need for mental health supports, and social emotional interventions students may want to participate in, as well as their “sense of belonging” at school. The survey is attached here for your convenience. The survey is optional. If you prefer your student not participate, please tell them they may opt out.

September 11th is school picture day! Students will have an opportunity to have their picture taken during all gym and band periods. If you do not have a gym or band class, Mrs. Lendino will send a pass for you.

Seniors, after you have your picture taken, please head over to the Herff Jones table to get measured for your cap and gown and pick up information about how to place your order.

Thursday evening, September 12th, we are excited to host our 1st Universidad de Padres meeting of the year. For more information, please reach out to Fred Kliora at 847-949-2200 Ext. 1410 or Joanna Rodriguez at 847-949-2200 Ext. 1260.

Have a great weekend everyone!

Go Mustangs!

Mike Souza

Interim Principal and Associate Principal of Operations

Mundelein High School

847-949-2200

www.d120.org

msouza@d120.org

Sept 3-30 - Welcome Center Restock Drive

Sept 3-30 - Vintage Yearbook Sales Begin
Sept 6 - PSAT/NMSQT Registration Due

Sept 10 - Financial Aid Night

Sept 11 - Picture Day

Sept 11 - Senior Cap and Gown Ordering Begins

Sept 12 - Theme Thursday - Adam Sandler Day

Sept 12 - Universidad de Padres

Sept 15 - Hispanic Heritage Month Begins

Sept 16 - 21 - D75 / D120 Community Week

Sept 18 - Rings and Jackets Ordering

Sept 19 - Fall Community Cookout

Sept 20 - Late Start, classes begin at 9:40am

Sept 20 - Home Football Game #2 (Theme - Community Night)

Sept 23 - 27 - Homecoming Spirit Days

Sept 25 - Senior Night/Girls Flag Football

Sept 26 - Parent Book Club

Sept 27 - Homecoming Parade - Early dismissal (12:30pm)

Sept 27 - Homecoming Football Game

Sept 28 - Alumni Building Tours

Sept 28 - Homecoming Dance

Oct 2 & 3 - Parent Teacher Conferences

Oct 2-4 - Rosh Hashana

Oct 4 - Home Football Game

Oct 15 - Last Day for Student Medical Compliance

All 9th grade students must submit proof of a valid school physical and vaccinations prior to October 15. After October 15, students will be excluded from school.

Click here for more detailed 9th grade information.

All 12th grade students must submit proof of their second meningococcal vaccination prior to October 15. After October 15, students will be excluded from school.

Click here for more detailed 12th grade information.

Please visit our health office website for detailed information about all required immunizations, medical plans, and other health support info.

Students in FBLA (Future Business Leaders of America) are learning the ropes of how to manage and run a real retail business and they don’t have to go far. The Mustang Nation Spirit Store is a Student-Led and School-Based Enterprise located at MHS that started back in 2003, and it follows a current work-based learning model in the Career and Technical Education field.

Students learn a variety of skills related to running a business, such as pricing, revenue, product design, marketing, and scheduling. Students learn a point of sale system that most businesses use. They also learn soft skills such as organizational, technical, interpersonal, and communication skills.

Store manager Alan Fisher and apprentices Owen Beake and Kaiden Boongaling count down the drawer every day to make sure funds and transactions were handled correctly and then deposit the funds. Making sure the store is open in the morning, lunches, and after school is also a responsibility of the students.

Upon its inception, the store was created to allow for about 5 hours of time a day for students, staff, and community members to access spirit wear. In 2010, an online store was created that allows for customization of spirit wear, 24/7 access, and greater variety of clothing styles. In 2017, student Colin Geary re-designed the store to upgrade its appearance.

“The store is as real as it gets,” said FBLA Adviser Chris Hoster. “It is fun to see students staff the store and make decisions. Some students consider it their first job and an introductory experience in the world of work.”

Students interested in joining the spirit store team can email fbla@d120.org

The D120 Welcome Center serves a critical function in supporting families in need throughout our community by providing nonperishable food, household supplies, and much more to families who need support. Help us restock our shelves for the beginning of the school year so we can support every family in need!

MHS Club & Activities is hosting a friendly competition to see which club/activity can donate the most items! The winning club will receive a donut party at their next club meeting as a thank you for their contribution. Donate in the main office by September 30th and fill out the form indicating which club you would like to credit.

Click here for a list of most needed items.

We are now selling new, never distributed 2005-2016 MHS yearbooks for $10 each. If you went to MHS during those years and didn't purchase a yearbook, lost your yearbook, or had your yearbook distroyed in a flood or fire, now is your chance to replace those treasures. Also, if you are planning an MHS reunion, wouldn't it be great to have some of those books available for the event? If interested, books can be purchased at the Mundelein High School bookstore during school hours. If you would like more information about purchases, please contact KC Olson at kolson@d120.org.

MHS is offering the PSAT/National Merit Scholarship Qualifying Test (PSAT/NMSQT) on Wednesday, October 16, 2024 at Mundelein High School. This exam is optional, open to Grade 11 students only, and is being offered free of charge. This exam is the qualifying exam for the National Merit Scholarship.

The PSAT/NMSQT will be approximately 2 hours and 15 minutes long. Students will be excused from class for the periods they are testing but will be responsible for making up the classwork they missed.

The PSAT/NMSQT is a multiple-choice assessment of verbal, mathematics and writing skills. There are several benefits to taking this exam. First, top performing grade 11 students may be eligible for money through National Merit, National Achievement, or National Hispanic Scholarship funds. This is a great opportunity for you to possibly obtain National Merit recognition and scholarship money.

**Students must register themselves for the PSAT/NMSQT using their MHS email in the link below by Friday, September 6, 2024.

Register HERE for the PSAT/NMSQT

To learn more about the PSAT/NMSQT, visit www.collegeboard.org/psat .

Email Dr. Kroll if you have questions.

Spanish Presentation

6:00pm

Click Here to Register

English Presentation

7:30pm

Click Here to Register

SOPHOMORES, JUNIORS, AND SENIORS

• School pictures will be taken on Wednesday, September 11, 2024, from 7:15 a.m. - 3 p.m. in the Main Gym.

• Most students will have their portraits taken during a P.E. class, study hall, free period, or lunch.

• Seniors interested in booking a Premiere session should visit www.vipis.com(Opens in a new window) or email support@vipis.com. Any Senior who does not intend to book or pay for a premier session should come to one of the underclass photo days at the school for a yearbook only headshot at no cost.

FRESHMEN

• School pictures were taken during Freshman Orientation.

• If a freshman student missed taking their picture during Freshman Orientation, they may take their picture on the school-wide retake day, which is Wednesday, October 23, 2024, from 10:15 a.m. - 2:15 p.m. in the District Meeting Room. Students should go at a time that works for their schedule. Be aware there may be a wait.

SPORTS TEAMS AND ATHLETES

Visual Image Photography (VIP) is our official school pictures and sports team photographer!

Visit vipis.com to:

• Check photo dates
• Sign up for alerts when photos are ready to view online
• Order from multiple images, select from a variety of print packages and products

Questions? Contact VIP customer service at vipis.com or email support@vipis.com

Herff Jones will be in the main gym during all gym periods to take measurements and handout information on how to place your student's graduation cap and gown order.

We will administer the STAR assessment for reading and math on September 11th and 12th. Please see this document for more details.

Special Schedule

It's Adam Sandler Day! Dress in your baggie clothes!

Image courtesy of: https://www.quora.com/Which-actor-doesnt-seem-to-care-about-their-clothes

La primera sesión de La Universidad de Padres se celebrará este próximo 12 de septiembre en la cafetería de la escuela, de 6pm a 8pm. Para más información, contacto Fred Kliora a 847-949-2200 Ext. 1410 o Joanna Rodriguez a 847-949-2200 Ext. 1260

Hispanic Heritage Month is celebrated each year from September 15 to October 15. It began as a week-long celebration in 1968 under President Johnson and was expanded to a month by President Reagan 20 years later in 1988. The month-long celebration provides more time to properly recognize the significant contributions Hispanic/Latino Americans have made in the United States.

Latinas and Latinos have always held significant roles throughout our country’s history, dating all the way back to the American Revolution. Hispanic Heritage Month is important because it provides an opportunity to celebrate the integral part the Hispanic/Latino community has had in growing and strengthening our democracy.

The Hispanic Reading Room at the Library of Congress welcomes you to Interconnecting Worlds: Weaving Community Narratives, Andean Histories & the Library's Collections. In this guide, with resources in English, Spanish and Quechua, we seek to facilitate research about Andean peoples, cultures, and knowledges through the themes of language, storytelling and literature, visual arts, and music. Explore the Research Guide

Text Courtesy of: https://latino.si.edu/learn/teaching-and-learning-resources/hispanic-heritage-month-resources and https://www.hispanicheritagemonth.gov/

Click here to view in Spanish

Herff Jones will be onsite to take orders for MHS School rings and jackets.

Click here to see more.

Join us for a FAN-tasty time...Stop by and treat yourself to a hotdog, chips and a cookie, courtesy of our MHS Parent Ambassadors!

MHS Pool Lot

5:00pm - 7:00pm

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Classes begin at 9:40am.

Buses will run one hour later than usual.

Click here for late start schedule.

Join us for our 2nd home football game of the season! The theme is Community Night.

Contest

Mundelein Mustangs versus Stevenson Patriots

Theme

Community Night / White Out

Start Time

5:00pm

Tickets

Current MHS Students with ID - Free

Child (ages 3-10)/Seniors (65+) - $3

General Admission $6

Purchase Tickets at GoFan

Gates open 60 minutes before kickoff for single varsity games. On nights when we have a lower level game prior to varsity, gates will open 30 minutes prior to kickoff of the lower level game and remain open through the varsity game.

Disallowed Items

Alcohol, tobacco, vaping products, backpacks, large bags, noisemakers, outside food or drink. All bags subject to search.

8:00pm - 11:00pm

Admission $15

T-shirt and Scrubs $35

Click here to purchase on RevTrak

Permission slips are available outside of the bookstore.

Our school district is committed to fostering a healthy learning environment for all students. To align with this goal, new cell phone expectations are being implemented this year. MHS teachers invite MHS parents to join our book club discussion of "The Anxious Generation" by Jonathan Haid to learn more about how you can support this change and explore the reasoning behind this endeavor.

Part 3

Moved to MHS Media Center

Part 4

Moved to MHS Media Center

Click here to learn more.

Students will enjoy some great homecoming festivities:

Assembly 11:30am - 12:20pm

Early Release at 12:30pm (school day schedule)

Parade at 3:30pm (parade map)

Home football game versus Libertyville at 7:00pm

Purchase Tickets at GoFan

Welcome back, Alumni!

Guest forms available in the Dean Office starting September 9th.

Tickets go on sale September 16th!

October 2nd

Student Early Release

Evening Parent Teacher Conferences 4:30 - 8:00pm

October 3rd

No Student Attendance

Day Parent Teacher Conferences 8:00am - 2:00pm

Registration link will open on September 16th

Happy Rosh Hashana!

Join us for our 3rd home football game of the season! The theme is Community Night.

Contest

Mundelein Mustangs versus Warren Township Blue Devils

Theme

Neon Night

Start Time

5:00pm

Tickets

Current MHS Students with ID - Free

Child (ages 3-10)/Seniors (65+) - $3

General Admission $6

Purchase Tickets at GoFan

Gates open 60 minutes before kickoff for single varsity games. On nights when we have a lower level game prior to varsity, gates will open 30 minutes prior to kickoff of the lower level game and remain open through the varsity game.

Disallowed Items

Alcohol, tobacco, vaping products, backpacks, large bags, noisemakers, outside food or drink. All bags subject to search.

All 9th-grade students must submit a school physical.

All 12th-grade students must submit proof of the second meningococcal vaccination.

Students without these requirements will be excluded from school on October 15. Visit our health office website for more info.

The CCRC offers assistance with all aspects of the college application process:

• Narrowing down college choices
• Working through applications
• Checking essays
• Discussing financial concerns and scholarships
• Talking about standardized tests
• Working with potential college athletes
• Discussing military options
• Helping students connect with people at university

Click here to learn more.

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Experiential Education describes all opportunities offered to students to give them a chance to explore the world of careers and professions. These include classes like Dual Credit Student Internship, Business INCubator, and Geometry in Construction as well as career treks and featured guest speakers.

Internship Student Profile: Mira Myrie, future graphic artist

When I met internship student Mira Myrie at the start of the school year, I knew right away that graphic design was her jam. She was decked out with friendship bracelets and all sorts of jewelry, and, when I asked her if she had any samples of her work, she opened up her phone to show me images of t-shirt designs and logos she’d created. She was beaming while describing them to me.

I placed Mira at two sites. Her first placement would be with Jess Stoffel, owner and designer at Mundelein-based Epic Media Inc., where she specializes in social media, website design, brand management, and content marketing. I knew Jess from her coaching sessions with our Honors Business INCubator class, and she agreed to serving as on of Mira’s mentors right away.

Her second placement was at Signs Now, also a Mundelein business, where her mentors are Randy Rice, Greg Kelsey, and Anthony Pickett. Mira’s placements give her a chance to see both the creative and productions sides of graphic design.

As you can see from the photos below, the experience is one that everyone is enjoying. “I like the freedom this experience is giving me,” stated Mira about her time working with her mentors. “I get to talk through my ideas and get guidance on my creative process,” she added.”

Every Tuesday, Jess meets with Mira up in our school’s Media Center where they collaborate on projects. “I like teaching, and I like to learn,” Stoffel commented. “Working with someone who is new to the field gives me a chance approach my work from a new, fresh perspective”.

On Wednesdays and Thursdays, Mira learns from the graphic design pros at Signs Now. “I’m surprised at just how much this place produces work for the school,” Mira commented. “The make signs for athletics, student groups, and so much more--I’m really impressed,” she added.

One of Mira’s mentors, Anthony, also commented on the refreshing perspective a graphic design novice brings to the workspace. “It’s fun to see how they view our projects,” he shared.

Take a look at the photos below for a glimpse into Mira’s internship experience!

If you’re interested in learning more about our Dual Credit Student Internship course or any of our Experiential Education programs, contact Alexander Kapotas at akapotas@d120.org or at (847) 949-2200 x1092.

Check out this promo video that captures the spirit of the experiential education program here at Mundelein High School. Your epic future awaits, Mustangs!

Seniors, your first round of graduation activities begin on September 11th when Herff Jones will be here to measure you for your cap and gown. To learn everything you need to know and download a handy checklist to keep you on track, please click here.

Quest is proud to be your dining partner and we are committed to providing the best experience possible to every student, including nutritious food, a wide variety of choices, and a seamless dining experience. We wanted to share a few important reminders about the dining program and we welcome your questions and feedback. Click here for more information.

New Year, New Look! Elevate Your Mustang Pride! Exciting news! We've expanded our spirit wear lineup with premium brands Under Armour and Champion at Mymustangnation.com.

Customize your gear with official school logos using our state-of-the-art DigiSoft printing for a smoother feel. Shop online 24/7 or see our printed merch at Mundelein High School. Visit us at mymustangnation.com or linked through the d120.org website.

Super Seniors is back! If you are a senior citizen who resides in the Mundelein High School District, Mundelein High School cordially invites you to a dinner and show! Be our guest for dinner in the MHS Cafeteria and a seat for the fall play - The Philadelphia Story!

When: Thursday, October 17, 2024

Where: MHS Cafeteria

Time: Dinner served at 5:30pm. MHS Presentation at 6:00pm. Play begins at 7:30pm.

Register by 10:00am Friday, October 4. Super Senior Reservations can be made by clicking here to register or by calling 847-949-2200 ext. 1326 (East District Office) and leaving the name, email address and phone number of each senior citizen who is attending. We start taking reservations approximately four weeks before each event.

Please note that you must reside in the Mundelein High School District #120 to attend. Click HERE to find more information about MHS Theatre.

What is Super Seniors?

• Super Seniors attend dinner events, school plays, musicals, and art shows. Several times throughout the school year you will have the opportunity to enjoy a complimentary dinner served by MHS students and to attend an MHS activity.

• Super Seniors was started in 2008 to encourage Mundelein area seniors to become more involved in their community high school. All events are free to our seniors and are sponsored by student clubs at the school. Funding comes from sponsors, grants, and donations.

• Contact akroll@d120.org with any questions.

Athletics events week of 9/9/24

Fall Athletic Department Newsletter

Submitted by Coach Rutz

This past Saturday our boys' Cross Country team started their season with an invitational at Elgin HS. The JV team placed 1st, with freshman Brandon Newell leading the way in 3rd place. Junior James Glaskin-Clay (6th), senior Logan Ramirez (8th), sophomore Logan Vale (12th), and freshman Advik Sharma (18th) all medaled en route to the victory.

The Varsity squad took 2nd out of 12 teams, led by junior Elijah Mendoza in 4th place. Sophomore Izic Miller also medaled in 19th place. Freshman Erick Cordova (21st), junior Andrew Weaver (27th), and freshman Aidan Sweet (35th) rounded out the scoring.

Wednesday we travel to Lakes HS in Lake Villa for the Art Campbell Lake County Invitational. Races start at 4:30. Saturday the boys will be running in the Crystal Lake Invite at legendary Veteran Acres. Hope to see you all there!

Submitted by Coach Dayton

The MHS Boys Soccer Team looks to improve its record as it enters the Glenbrook South High School Tournament this week. The boys will face some of the toughest non-conference opponents on their schedule. Teams include Prospect, Glenbard West, and Maine East.

Submitted by Coach Winter

The Varsity team lost on Tuesday to Grayslake Central falling 2-6. The team is now 4-2-1 overall heading into Vh invite this weekend. Seniors Adriana Trotz and Stella Moon won their match at #1 doubles and Sophomores Annalia Sosa and Valerie Gazaeva won at #5 doubles

Submitted by Coach Rodriguez

Despite some serious heat last week, this group stayed tough & strong with morning workouts, partner speed work on the track, & hills! We also had some fun with This or That Thursday—Endurance vs Speed—and Friday Funday with our Big/Little Sister Reveals & interviews!

First Runner of the Week for the season—Freshman Ashley Salazar! Ashley is new to XC but has been improving every day! She works hard, stays positive, never complains, and pushes herself to new limits every day! Proud of you, Ashley!

Submitted by Coach Willis

Now that we are fully in competition mode, the Girls Volleyball program is continuing to gain momentum. Serving, passing, and serve receive have gotten more consistent as all levels put some game experience under their belts. We had a very active weekend with Freshmen A taking 1st Place at the Barrington Invite, JV and Freshman B both taking 2nd Place at their respective competitions, and Varsity finishing 8th out of 16 teams at the Crosstown Classic. We are looking forward to this weekend’s matches where Varsity heads to the New Trier invitational and the Sophomores tackle their first tournament of the season at Libertyville. Go Mustangs!=

Our MHS Portrait of a Learner tenets affirm student identity through schoolwide values, expectations and practices.

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Regular school attendance is required and necessary to develop the academic and intrapersonal skills needed for success. Students are expected to attend each class and be on time. Students who attend school regularly have been shown to achieve at higher levels than students who do not have regular attendance. If your student is going to be absent, leave early or arrive late, please submit the attendance via the monitor application within Power School in lieu of calling the attendance line and leaving a voicemail.

Please log on to the Power School parent portal at the MHS website https://www.d120.org/ to record your student’s attendance.

Attached you will find instructions on how to submit your students attendance.

Power School Attendance Instructions

Guardians will be receiving an email with your parent Power School log in instructions if needed.

If you need further support please call 847-949-2200.

Would you like to know when your student’s bus is going to be late? For Mundelein bus routes, Lakeside Transportation is using the Bus Bulletin notification system to notify parents and students when there are bus delays and schedule changes.

For more information, or to sign-up and start receiving notifications, please visit Bus Bulletin (Find Mundelein Area Schools when prompted for a district) *Note - This is managed by Lakeside Bus Company and not MHS.

Although we take great pride in a dress code that encourages self-expression, we do want to remind students of our student dress code policy as found in our student handbook.

• Clothing must cover all undergarments (waistbands and straps excluded).

• Fabric covering all private parts must not be seen through.

• Clothing that depicts, advertises or advocates the use of alcohol, tobacco, marijuana or other controlled substances is prohibited.

• Clothing that depicts pornography, nudity or sexual acts is prohibited.

With the increased enrollment in recent years, we have been unable to provide a locker for every student at MHS. Since many students do not use a locker, we are assigning lockers to students upon request. Click below to request your locker!

Sign up for a Guardian SchooLinks Account! Be a part of your student’s college and career exploration. Understand more about the benefits of a Guardian Account with this video. If you need assistance creating your Guardian Account, email akroll@d120.org with your student’s name and ID number. A claim code and directions will be provided in response.

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Location: 1359 West Hawley Street, Mundelein, IL, USA

Phone: 847-949-2200