Principal's Blog 2025-2026 #1
Welcome Back, Mustang Families!
What a joy it has been to see our hallways buzzing with excitement as we kick off another incredible school year! The first week has been absolutely wonderful, filled with new faces, reunited friendships, and that special energy that only comes with fresh beginnings.
As we settle into our routines, I wanted to remind you that I'll be sending out these weekly updates every Friday at 3:00 PM. Consider it your weekly dose of school happenings, celebrations, and important information—delivered right to your inbox as you head into the weekend. You can find them on our website: https://www.d120.org/about-mhs/principals-newsletter/
This year, I'm committed to keeping the beginning of our journey together lighthearted and joyful. In an effort to do just that, I've tried something completely different!
I've created what I'm calling the "Gen-Z Principal's Tour"—complete with all the latest slang and trends our students are using. I have a feeling our current students are going to absolutely love it (and probably cringe just a little bit, which is exactly what I'm going for!).
For those of us who are millennials or baby boomers, I strongly recommend turning on those closed captions. Trust me, the vernacular has evolved quite a bit since our teenage years, and some of these terms might leave you wondering if we're even speaking the same language!
Here's to a year filled with learning, laughter, and maybe picking up some new slang along the way!
Go Mustangs!
If you received an email from Mrs. Libert indicating your registration is incomplete, please submit missing info/documents as soon as possible!
Feel free to reach out if you need assistance:
847-949-2200 x1265
Last but not least...
A Note from your Parent Ambassadors
Dear MHS Parents and Community,
Are you looking for a fun and meaningful way to get involved at Mundelein High School? We’d love for you to join us this year as a Parent Ambassador!
Whether you can commit once a month or just help out when time allows, there are plenty of opportunities to connect, serve, and assist. You’ll meet great people and help make MHS events run smoothly and successfully.
Know someone else who might be interested in volunteering? Grandparents, family members, friends, or even current students are welcome to join us! Feel free to pass along our contact info: parentAmbassadorsofmhs@gmail.com or connect with us on Facebook and Instagram.
Here are just some of the exciting events where we’ll need volunteer help:
Open House
Brat Fest
School Picture Day
Homecoming Dance
Fall Community Cookout
Fall Career Expo
HallowSTEAM
Class of 2030 Night
College Yard Sign Sales
Spring Career Expo
Spring Dance
Staff Appreciation Week
Cap and Gown Pickup Day
Wellness Bash
We can’t wait to work together and make this year one to remember. Thanks for being part of the MHS community!
Warmly,
MHS Parent Ambassadors
​📧 parentAmbassadorsofmhs@gmail.com
September 1 - NO SCHOOL - Labor Day
"The first Labor Day holiday was celebrated on Tuesday, September 5, 1882, in New York City, in accordance with the plans of the Central Labor Union. The Central Labor Union held its second Labor Day holiday just a year later, on September 5, 1883.
By 1894, 23 more states had adopted the holiday, and on June 28, 1894, President Grover Cleveland signed a law making the first Monday in September of each year a national holiday."
Text courtesy of: US Department of Labor
September 5 - Registration for the PSAT/NMSQT Testing Due
We are currently scheduled to offer the PSAT/National Merit Scholarship Qualifying Test (PSAT/NMSQT) on Wednesday, October 15, 2025 at Mundelein High School. This exam is optional, open to Grade 11 students. Students who wish to take this exam will be required to pay a $35 fee. Free and reduced lunch arrangements will be honored for this exam. This exam is the qualifying exam for the National Merit Scholarship.
Click here to read the parent letter.
Register HERE for the PSAT/NMSQT!
To learn more about the PSAT/NMSQT, visit www.collegeboard.org/psat. Please feel free to contact me with any additional questions.
September 5 - Home Football Game Versus Niles West
Join us for our 1st home varsity football game of the season!
Contest
Mundelein Mustangs versus Niles West
Theme
Senior Night / Red Out
Start Time
7:30pm
Tickets
Current MHS Students with ID - Free
Child (ages 3-10)/Seniors (65+) - $3
General Admission $6
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.
September 10 - Cap and Gown Ordering Begins
September 10, 2025 | Herff Jones will be in the MHS Main Gym on picture day. Students will be measured for their gown and receive an order packet. The order process must be completed at home.
December 5, 2025 | Early Bird Discount Ends! Order your cap and gown by December 5th to receive your Early Bird Discount! Orders received after December 5th will be charged at full price!
February 28, 2026 | Last Day to Order Cap and Gown! Orders received after February 28th will incur late fees and may not arrive in time for graduation.
May 14, 2026 | Cap and Gown Pickup. Students will drop off MHS books, Chromebooks, etc., pay any fee balances and pickup their cap, gown and graduation tickets.
If you miss Herff Jones at MHS, or miss your order date, please visit them online at www.herffjonesil.com or call them directly at 815-756-4743.
September 10 - Senior Girls Night
Wednesday, September 10th from 8-10:30 PM
Students must stay until 10:30 PM
$15 Admission - must be purchased on Omella by September 5th at 11:59 PM
$34 for scrubs + t-shirt - must be purchased by August 18th at 3:30 PM
A limited number of extra t-shirts and scrubs will be available on a first-come, first-serve basis at Senior Girls Night
The permission form is embedded in the admission purchase on Omella.
Please be sure to read all the information prior to approval.If you are experiencing financial hardship, please contact Mr. Schiffer (jschiffer@d120.org) for financial assistance.
September 12 - Homcoming Football Game Versus Zion-Benton
Join us for our Homecoming varsity football game!
Contest
Mundelein Mustangs versus Zion-Benton
Theme
Senior Night / Black Out
Start Time
7:30pm
Tickets
Current MHS Students with ID - Free
Child (ages 3-10)/Seniors (65+) - $3
General Admission $6
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.
September 13 - Homecoming Dance
Saturday, September 13th from 7-10 PM
Tickets $20
Online Sales: August 20th - September 10th (purchase on Omella)
In-Person (Cash Only) Sales: September 4th, September 9th during lunches
Guest Forms available in the Dean's Office.
Due by Tuesday, September 9th *no exceptions*
No tickets will be sold at the door
Concessions will be available.
If you are experiencing financial hardship, please contact Mr. Schiffer (jschiffer@d120.org) for financial assistance.
Literacy Center
Need homework help? Adult and student tutors are available. Stop in or reach out on Remind: Text @ peerapmhs to 81010
Media Center
Wellness Center
The Wellness Center team is proud to share Mental Health Must-Haves for Mundelein Mustangs, a resource packet filled with tips and tricks to manage emotions and stress, regulate thoughts and anger, improve self-love and self-confidence, increase executive functioning, and enhance overall self-care.
Hope Squad - Monthly Theme is Kindness
MHS Supports
MHS has many supports to offer students. Students can access a quick-reference guide of all supports available on this page. Available is everything from social-emotional support, to financial support. Check it out!
Click here to see all the student support areas we have to offer.
24-25 School Profile
24-25 Perfil de la escuela
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