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Thirty-five new students were inducted into the National Honor Society this month.
35 MCHS Students Inducted into National Honor Society
April 23, 2025
MCHS Junior Holds Bake Sale Fundraiser For JAMS Student Battling Cancer
MCHS Junior Holds Bake Sale Fundraiser For JAMS Student Battling Cancer
April 14, 2025
9th grade English 9 students are practicing for the ISASP Language Test which assesses students' writing and grammar skills. "The practice allows them to become familiar with the format of the test," said English teacher Stephanie Scholl, "When they sit down for the real assessment, they will know how to navigate the screen. Hopefully, it calms some nerves and increases their confidence." Students are given 60 minutes to complete the reading comprehension and math tests and 75 minutes to complete the writing portion.
ISASP Testing Kicks Off This Week:
April 7, 2025
Principal Dan Long addresses the Class of '25 as they gather for their final portrait together.
Class of ’25 Reaches a Milestone
April 2, 2025
The NIACC job expo will take place April 2nd. According to the website for the expo, "Whether you're seeking a fresh start or aiming to find your passion, this Job Expo has something for everyone."
NIACC to Host Job Expo Fair for High Schoolers
March 25, 2025
Mason City Boys Tennis hosted Des Moines North on Tuesday walking away with a clean 11-0 victory, with wins across all singles and doubles courts.
Boys Tennis Team Sweeps Des Moines North in Dominant Performance
April 23, 2025
Riverhawks Rally in Thrilling Boys Home Rugby Match
Riverhawks Rally in Thrilling Boys Home Rugby Match
April 8, 2025
The girls' JV soccer team plays amidst a combination of sleet and hail before the game is eventually called off due to lightning.
Girls Win, Boys Tie in Chilly Soccer Season Opening Matches
April 2, 2025
Photo courtesy of MC Proud
“They Rose From the Flames”: Girls’ Bowling Overcomes Incredible Odds in State Tournament Run
March 1, 2025
Bowling- Michael Solberg to State
February 24, 2025
School counselor Jordan Mann and sophomore Shaya King. "Mrs. Mann offered me academic guidance by setting realistic goals, assisted in developing effective study habits, and provided emotional support for days that I wasn’t feeling up to it," said King.
Everyone Deserves a Mrs. Mann
March 31, 2025
Harris gave her concession speech at Howard University this Wednesday following defeat in her run for office in the 2024 presidential election.
Despite Disappointment of Some Voters, America Remains a City Upon a Hill
November 11, 2024
Voters cast their ballots at the Cerro Gordo County Courthouse this past Saturday.
Student Election Survey Data Reports a Disturbing Trend
November 4, 2024
Come on in, Riverhawks! Cheerleaders stand outside the front entrance of MCHS. Reaching high school is a momentous milestone. Senior Autumn Overland has advice.
Freshman Impressions and Senior Advice
September 12, 2024
Sidebar offers more room for widgets
Sidebar offers more room for widgets
August 12, 2024
The Pippin playbill is displayed in the choir room. It's the last playbill remaining after the month-long reveal process in which a total of 20 musicals were eliminated one by one. Photo courtesy of Kayla Eide.
2025 Summer Musical Revealed
April 15, 2025
Behind the Scenes at the 77th Annual Follies Performance
February 20, 2025
MCHS Concert Choir practices the Les Miserables medley in preparation for the 77th Annual Follies beginning next Thursday.
Rehearsals Underway for 77th Annual Follies
February 7, 2025
Instrumental Music Department Hosts Showcase Concert Benefiting Hawkeye Harvest Food Bank
Instrumental Music Department Hosts Showcase Concert Benefiting Hawkeye Harvest Food Bank
January 24, 2025
Jon M. Chu's "Wicked," released on November 22nd, 2024.
Does “Wicked” Defy Expectations?
December 13, 2024
Winging it: with Coach Ketelsen
December 1, 2024
A (Mr.) Long Talk
November 12, 2024
Winging it: Episode 1
Winging it: Episode 1
November 11, 2024
Junior Drayden Witt makes an out-of-bounds call during the Hardee's Classic youth tournament. Witt is one of the eight referees Coach Tony Buhr has worked with to get their refereeing certifications.
American Sports’ Endangered Species
February 19, 2025
Snowcoming Dance Set for Saturday
Snowcoming Dance Set for Saturday
February 7, 2025
The AP Chemistry class poses with their newly-silvered Coca-Cola bottles upon completion of their lab on Wednesday. L to R: Kaitlyn Thangaraj ('26), Justin Nkazi ('25), Timothy Dietrich â…ˇ ('25), Landon Arhart ('25), Javier Alarcon-Newman ('25), Adam Callanan (instructor), Elise Dykstra ('26), Kate Kotta ('26), Sthepanny Torres ('26), and Sofia Ahari ('26). Not pictured: Sam Marenge. Photo courtesy of Kate Kotta.
AP Chemistry Students Celebrate End of Semester with Coca-Cola Lab
January 9, 2025
Members of Boys' Swim Team Spread Some Christmas Cheer After Tuesday's Ice Storm
Members of Boys’ Swim Team Spread Some Christmas Cheer After Tuesday’s Ice Storm
December 20, 2024
Sophomore Chase Lacour eyes the tempting treats at the Riverhawk Bakery.
Sweet Start to the Weekend
November 22, 2024
Academic Decathlon members (L to R)Donatello Tietz, Rain Sanchez, Samuel Marenge, Max Shelton, Justin Nkazi, Kaitlyn Thangaraj, Ryleigh Penn, Sofia Emami-Ahari, Maya Sajadian, Reid Carolus, Karson Willier, and Julia Hines. Photo courtesy of Allia Yarrow.
Academic Decathlon Competing at Nationals for Second Year
March 18, 2025
Front row: Julia Hines, Kai Tietz Middle row: Rain Sanchez Tyandre', Ryleigh Penn, Alfonso Villarreal, Isobella Villarreal, Maya Sajadian, Reid Carolus, Sofia Emami-Ahari, Kaitlyn Thangaraj Back row: Justin Nkazi, Max Tripp, Karson Willier, Max Shelton, Samuel Marenge
Eye on the Prize
March 6, 2025
Only in its second year, D&D Club flyers are enlisting members interested in role playing adventures to slay monsters.
Dungeons & Dragons Captivating New Players
October 3, 2024
Johnny and London Philpott working side-by-side on last year's Robotics Club design. This year's the club has a theme is inspired by an ocean theme.
MCHS Robotics Team Dives into New Challenge
September 7, 2024

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The Pippin playbill is displayed in the choir room. It's the last playbill remaining after the month-long reveal process in which a total of 20 musicals were eliminated one by one. Photo courtesy of Kayla Eide.
2025 Summer Musical Revealed
Elise Dykstra, Writer • April 15, 2025

This summer's musical was announced on Tuesday last week to the MCHS choirs....

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Mason City Boys Tennis hosted Des Moines North on Tuesday walking away with a clean 11-0 victory, with wins across all singles and doubles courts.
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The boys’ tennis team delivered an outstanding performance Tuesday, sweeping all six singles matches in straight sets. Each player brought...

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