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Laura Grommesh, German teacher.
Iconic ‘Frau’ Laura Grommesh Retires After 33 Years Inspiring MCHS Students in German Language
February 21, 2025
Student PSA
Step Out of the Box:
February 14, 2025
Colin Peterson works out some tweaks in the robot. "How did this happen?" He said. "This is supposed to be wrapped around this way." Peterson uses a computer programming to give the robotics directions.
Robotics Team to Make Historic Debut at State Championships
February 4, 2025
L to R: Mr. John Lee, Chloe Broers, Olivia Wickman, Ryan Hinson, Johnathan Thangaraj, Mikey Sarik Jr., Julia Hines, Brandt Haakenstad, and Mr. Jeff Hines stand in front of the Capital Building. Photo courtesy of Olivia Wickman.
AP Government Students Return from Washington D.C. with New Insights into American Democracy
January 31, 2025
In a survey of 152 MCHS students, 97.7% say they have a cell phone. Thirty-five percent claim their screen time per day is around 3-5 hours.
Proposal Sparks Mixed Reaction
January 22, 2025
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
Coach Jake Phillips meets with his wrestlers in a huddle at the beginning of practice in January. The Iowa Wrestling Coaches and Officials Assocation recently selected him 2A Coach of the Year.
Phillips IWCOA 2A Coach of the Year
February 14, 2025
Mason City Girls Wrestling Team Shines at State Championships
February 7, 2025
“School Rallies Behind Girls’ Wrestling Team with Send-Off to State Competition”
February 5, 2025
Sophomore Aniyah Smith qualified for the 2A Girls State Wrestling Tournament after placing first at the 2A Regional Tournament on Friday.
Nine Girls Qualify for State Wrestling
February 4, 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
Drop the sidebar and expand the story
Drop the sidebar and expand the story
August 12, 2024
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
The 2023 All State choir featuring 12 MCHS singers. Photo credit: Ethan Pruisman
MCHS Students Prepare for All State Auditions
October 22, 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
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 Ⅱ ('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
Voters cast their ballots at the Cerro Gordo County Courthouse this past Saturday.
Student Election Survey Data Reports a Disturbing Trend
November 4, 2024
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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