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It’s hard to believe we are already approaching the halfway point of the semester! This is a great time to check in with your student and see how things are going. Ask them what’s going well, what they’re enjoying, and if there’s anything they’re finding challenging or could use some extra help with.

If your student is finding a class challenging or struggling to keep up, encourage them to connect with their teacher and ask for support. Our counselors are also available to help students work through challenges, whether they need help with school or just need someone to talk to. Reaching out early can make a big difference.

We also have a long weekend ahead! We hope our students and families take some time to relax, recharge, and enjoy the beautiful fall weather. A little time to step away from school, spend time together, and reset can go a long way as we head into the second half of the semester!

Enjoy the long weekend!

Danyce, Shaina and Justin

Burger Cook Off

Both of the Culinary I classes participated in a Burger cook off. With hopes that the winning masterpiece will be featured on the Jameson's menu. The winning burger was Ja-la-peño Business. A spicy and balanced burger with fries. The creators were:

Jacob Sherman

Jack Breutzmann

Dominick Stallone

Colin Ritter

Jayden Tiedje

Breakfast of Champions is a monthly opportunity for teachers to recognize and celebrate students for their accomplishments, attendance, academic improvement, contributions to the classroom or school, and/or personal growth.

Congratulations to this Month's Breakfast of Champions Recipients!

• James Pupich: CTE (Mr. Cooper)
• Destiny Tolbert: English (Mrs. Fulton)
• Mia DAlessio: Fine Arts (Mrs. Kramer)
• Maximilian Molda: Math (Ms. Kuchar)
• Christopher Meyers: Math (Mr. McClintock)
• Diego Quiroz: Raider Pride (Mr. Messina)
• Aliena Marin: Science (Mr. Labas)
• Adrien McNeal: Social Studies (Mrs. Jaekel)
• Alina McDaniel: Wellness (Ms. St.Clair, Ms. Sterker, and Ms. Tulke)
• Madden Arevalo: World Languages (Sra. Feinstein)
• Mrs. Viers: Staff Nominee (Nominated by Theordore Herath's Family)

Monday, October 12th - No School: Columbus Day / Indigenous Peoples' Day

Tuesday, October 13h - Regular Schedule

Wednesday, October 14th - Late Start/Raider Way Schedule - Developing your 4-year plan

Thursday, October 15th - Regular Schedule

Friday, October 16th - Regular Schedule

In our recent Raider Way lesson, students took exciting first steps toward mapping out their future! Using SchooLinks, students completed the "Would You Rather" interest assessment to connect their personal strengths and preferences with potential career clusters and pathways. From there, they explored Huntley High School course offerings and electives that aligned with their interests. To round out the activity, students identified two career clusters and selected six electives that spark their interest, emailing these choices to themselves to help guide their upcoming 4-year high school plan.

To help extend this learning at home, use the questions below to start a conversation with your student about what they discovered.

1. What career areas came up for you during the Raider Way lesson? Were there any results you weren't expecting?
2. You explored two career paths that matched your interests. Which ones did you pick to look into, and what made you curious about them?
3. During class, you emailed yourself a list of six high school electives you found interesting. What were some of those classes?

On Tuesday, October 20, 2026, all juniors will take the online PreACT assessment at Huntley High School. This assessment is an important step in preparing for the State of Illinois’ testing requirements.

The PreACT is designed to mirror the ACT, providing valuable practice and insights into the test format and content. In the spring, our freshmen and sophomores will also participate in the state-mandated PreACT assessment, which will help them gauge their readiness and focus their preparation efforts for the ACT during junior year.

In preparation for the PreACT assessment for juniors on October 20th, please be aware of the following details and schedule changes designed to ensure a smooth and successful experience for all of our students.

For October 20th, please be aware of the following information:

• Seniors will not be in attendance this day. Seniors can take advantage of the day off by visiting colleges or completing college applications.

• Freshmen and sophomores will report to their classes as usual. Classes will begin at 7:30 am.

• All blended classes will blend for the day. Some classes that have mostly 11th/12th-graders may also blend.

• Juniors will test periods 1-5 and will have lunch during 6th period. They will then engage in junior class-related activities for the remainder of the day.

• The circle classrooms (“C” wing) on the 2nd floor will be closed from 1st through 5th period. If you have a locker in this area, you will not be allowed to access it until 5th period. Some classrooms/hallways will be closed till 7th period. Please plan accordingly.

• Classes on the 2nd floor, “C” wing, will be moved to accommodate testing. Those room moves will be communicated to students one week prior. Room moves will be posted on the doors of the 2nd-floor classrooms, the windows of the College and Careers office, East POD, near Door 27, and near the upstairs “C” wing.

More information regarding testing will be emailed to junior students and families the week of October 5th. While our curriculum is designed to prepare students for the PreACT, there are additional free practice tests and resources available on the ACT website. If there are questions, please contact Mrs. Langhenry at klanghenry@district158.org.

Course Selection is coming up! Check out what the CTE department can offer!

Spooky Buddies is creeping up, Thursday, October 29th from 5-7:30pm!

Come join Best Buddies for a FREE all-inclusive community indoor trick-or-treating event at Huntley High School! Besides candy, there will also be games & bouncy houses! For more SPOOKY fun, a food truck, baked goods and fidgets for purchase!

Come dressed up in your favorite costume and vote for the best decorated room!

Huntley School District 158 is excited to once again partner with the Huntley Area Lions Club for the 4th Annual Recycle for Sight Used Eyeglass Collection Drive, taking place at all District 158 schools during the week of October 19-23.

How can you help? Take a few minutes to look through your dresser drawers, closets, and other

places where old eyeglasses may be collecting dust. We’re collecting:

 Prescription eyeglasses  Prescription sunglasses

 Reading eyeglasses  Empty plastic and metal eyeglass frames

Don’t wear them anymore? Donate them and give them a second chance to help someone else see clearly! And don’t forget to ask your friends, neighbors, and family members to join in! Donation boxes will be available at all District 158 schools and the Administration Office from Monday, October 19, through Friday, October 23. Let’s come together as a community and surpass our record of 282 pairs of eyeglasses collected! Every pair makes a difference!

October is National Bullying Prevention Month. Let's stand together to create a safe and supportive school community. Recognize the signs, speak up, and report bullying. Together, we can make a difference. To learn more about bullying, the difference between bullying and peer conflict, and the district’s response to bullying, please visit the Huntley 158 website.

When: Tuesday, October 13
Time: 6 PM - 8 PM
Where: Heineman Middle School
Register HERE

Grab a blanket and get comfy for Huntley 158’s first sensory-friendly movie night open to all ages! The featured movie, Out of My Mind (rated PG), is an inspiring story about a young girl with cerebral palsy who finds her voice and challenges others to see what she is capable of. With powerful themes of friendship, inclusion and perseverance, it’s the perfect film to bring our community together.

Doors open at 6 p.m., and the movie begins at 6:15 p.m. Come dressed for comfort and bring a blanket for floor seating; an accessible seating area will also be available. We’ll provide snacks and water, or feel free to bring your own. Stop by our “selfie station” and enter for a chance to win a prize!

The evening will wrap up at approximately 8 p.m. Students under age 13 must attend with a parent or guardian.

Questions? Contact Ina Hall, Huntley 158 Family Engagement Liaison, at ihall@district158.org.

Date: Wednesday, October 14, 2026
Time: 6:30–7:30 PM (45-minute presentation with 15 minutes for Q & A)
Location: District Office, Room 180, 650 Dr. John Burkey Dr., Algonquin
Cost: Free; light snacks will be served
Guest Speaker: Jen Rowzee, Services Inc.

During this session, Huntley 158 families who have a student with an IEP will learn about the timeline to follow when applying for disability-related benefits for their child. The presentation will highlight PUNS (Prioritization of Urgency of Need for Services), providing an overview of the potential benefits available when families plan early.

As a follow-up to this, families can make a 30-minute appointment on Monday, October 19 to meet one-on-one with a Services Inc. representative who will walk them through the PUNS registration process, answer questions, and provide guidance on what information is needed to complete the application. Visit the website for more information about both events.

Join us on Monday, November 2 at Martin Elementary for an evening of learning, connection, and family fun! From 6:00–6:30 p.m., our MPAC (Multilingual Parent Advisory Committee) meeting will focus on an overview and discussion of District data. Pizza will be served, and childcare will be provided during the meeting.

Following MPAC, stay for our MPAC-sponsored Family Reading Night from 6:30–7:30 p.m. Families will have an opportunity to enjoy reading activities, explore resources, and learn strategies to support literacy at home.

📍 Martin Elementary, 10920 Reed Road

We hope to see you there!

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