Applications are now open for Girls Lead, a mentorship program designed to inspire and empower girls across Illinois to pursue careers in public service.
This marks the second year of the Office of Lt. Governor's Girls Lead initiative, which was met with overwhelming enthusiasm in its inaugural year.
The program, part of the Illinois Council on Women and Girls (ICWG) and supported by the Illinois State Board of Education, offers tailored experiences for different age groups:
5th grade students will spend a day shadowing a woman leader in state government.
6th to 8th grade participants will have a similar shadowing experience, followed by a reflection activity.
High school students (9th to 12th grade) will engage in a semester-long policy mentorship, including research projects and multiple days of hands-on experience in government offices.
Mentors will include women legislators in the Illinois General Assembly, Agency Directors, and senior-level managers from various state departments.
Who should apply?
Students who demonstrate a strong desire to learn about the inner workings of state government. Scoring of applications will not be grade-based; instead, applicants will be judged on a scale emphasizing diverse achievements, personal resilience, examples of leadership (any size or shape), and community contributions.
Applications are due by 11:59 p.m. Oct. 20.
Applications are open and interested individuals can apply at bit.ly/GirlsLead2024.
VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITY: Sunday, October 20th from 9 a.m. to Noon
Hi there AHHS Friends of Hackmatack volunteers!
Our next event is this Sunday, October 20th from 9 a.m. to Noon. We will continue to remove brush and some small trees from a small grove on the site being restored to wet prairie and sedge meadow wetland.
If you have been to an Otrebla stewardship day, you know that it is a long walk, first over mowed lawn and then through dense wetland vegetation. Access to the property will be via a private landowner's property on the east side of Route 47, one mile north of St. Charles Road north of Woodstock. The address is 3314 Route 47, Woodstock IL 60098. We have been instructed to park near the radio cell tower. As always, look for the Hackmatack signs!
Wear clothes and shoes that can get dirty, and please bring your own drinking water. Protective clothing such as long pants (not leggings) are recommended. We’ll have hand tools, workgloves, safety glasses, and a few snacks.
An RSVP is appreciated, so if you know you will be attending please give me a heads up. Students are welcome! If you are under age 18, you will need a parent or guardian to sign the waiver form (link below) indicating that you are authorized to attend; you can either email the signed form back to me or bring it to the workday. Note that this is a different waiver form than our usual refuge form because we are working off of the refuge at this event. Also, the parent/guardian signs in the line labeled "volunteer"; the minor does not need to sign.
Link: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1RI4UpFT3QwHuXChbq13ktTrh_HX_IWIQxptxhcH1ZH8/edit?usp=sharing
You can also check in with Pete Jackson at 224-612-1803 if you have a question.
Pete Jackson beepjackson14@gmail.com
*** Tuesday 10/15 Booster Club Meeting tonight at 7:00 in the HS Lobby. Coach Moreno is doing open mats tonight and Thursday night from 4:30-6:00 for MS-HS students that are considering going out for wrestling. Come out give it a try and get a little mat time in before the season. ***
Alden-Hebron High School Students Attend MCC College Fair! 🎓
On October 10, 2024, Alden-Hebron High School students participated in the MCC College Fair. College and Career Fairs offer fantastic opportunities for students to gather information, make valuable connections with potential schools and careers, and help narrow down options as they plan for their post-secondary journey!
Kate Weber shared, "My favorite part was how nice and informative the representatives were. If their college didn’t offer what I was looking for, they pointed me in the right direction. There was also a lot of variety in terms of majors, location, price, and student population."
Nick Heber added, "I learned about several schools close and far that range in different levels of GPA, what they provide in engineering, and housing at each college level."
Joe Higgins said, "It was nice to talk to the representatives of the colleges and see where they are located."
#MCCCollegeFair #PostSecondaryPlanning #AHHS
REMINDER: MCC FIRST LOOK
An Open House Focused on Business and Technology Programs and Careers
Wednesday, October 16, 2024 | 5–7 p.m. MCC Conference Center | Building A (Across from Library)
Join us on Wednesday, October 16 to meet with MCC faculty and area employers, get hands-on and immersive opportunities to learn about these programs and related careers, and enjoy complimentary refreshments. Plus, attendees will be entered into a drawing for a special prize every half hour! For more information contact: (815) 479-7732 | Recruit@mchenry.edu | //www.mchenry.edu/start
This special event will feature the following areas:
• Software Application Design (ADD) and Development
• Network Security
• Computer Science
• Administrative Office Technologies (AOT)
• Accounting
• Business, Marketing, Management
• Digital Media
• Graphic Arts
• Talent Impact Center – workforce training programs
• Career Spark Center – short-term skills training program
*** Friday 10/11 HS Football at River Ridge 7:00 Come out and jump on the Pep Bus at 4:15 and cheer on the Giants at River Ridge. Great night for football and a beautiful drive!!! Tomorrow NAC HS Volleyball Tournament at Schaumburg Christian the girls play at 9:00, 10:00 & 11:00 $8.00 cost or $24.00 family cap. ***
AHHS College Visits:
For high school students exploring various post-secondary options, it’s highly recommended to take part in in-person or virtual campus visits to get a true feel for the schools.
AHHS senior, Rileigh Gaddini, recently visited the University of Illinois and shared her experience:
"Initially, I did not want to tour this school as I didn't want to attend a school with more than 15,000 students. Regardless, my dad signed me up for a tour. When I got there, I was suddenly thrilled that I went on the tour. I loved the campus. The university does a phenomenal job of making a large campus feel small. It creates a vibrant atmosphere while maintaining peace throughout the campus. Now, the University of Illinois is my top choice for school after graduation. In the picture, I am standing in front of the Alma Mater statue, which is a tradition for when you go on your first tour."
Have questions about college visits? Contact Academic Advisor Mrs. VanderPal at davanderpal@ah19.org
Check out these 14 tips from US News on how students can get the most out of college visits: https://www.usnews.com/education/best-colleges/slideshows/tips-for-an-effective-college-visit?fbclid=IwY2xjawF2CGpleHRuA2FlbQIxMAABHYnk9uaobTbsUftSPN3e6SbVWi-DBtTt59umt0JlaQ2tN0dE09J8og9QSA_aem_fenzEATLQhLwpWbo_XUQkQ&slide=2
*** Attention Booster Club Meeting has been moved to Tuesday Oct. 15th Thanks!! ***
*** 10/9 Booster Club Meeting tomorrow night 7:00 in the HS Lobby. MS Boys Basketball Schedule has been posted on the Athletic Page. Don't forget to get signed up for the Pep Bus to River Ridge on Friday leaving at 4:15 cost is $7.00 Call Coach Combs 815-403-8951 to get signed up. ***
*** Tuesday 10/8 HSVB at Westminster Christian Varsity only 5:00 start. 8th Grade Volleyball Tournament at Emmons 4:15 vs. Stanton.
Call Coach Combs and get signed up for the Pep Bus on Friday to River Ridge. Bus will leave at 4:15 and cost is $7.00 Hop on and take a beautiful ride out west to cheer on the Giants as they fight for a win to keep their playoff hopes alive!! ***
*** Monday 10/7 MSVB 7th Grade Tournament at North Prairie vs. North Prairie at 4:15. If the girls win they will play again on Wednesday back at North Prairie @ 4:30 vs. Park. FSFB at South Beloit 5:30 start. Reminder that tomorrows HS Volleyball game at Westminster Christian will be varsity only at 5:00. MSVB 8th grade will play at Emmons vs. Stanton at 4:15 on Tuesday.***
*** Friday10/4 HS Football home vs. South Beloit 8:00 kickoff. Come out early to see the Little Giant Cheerleaders be introduced prior to the game, grab something from the concession stand and get ready for a great football game. Little Giants perform at halftime. ***
The College Fair at McHenry County College is one week away – Thursday, 10/10/24 from 5:30-7:30pm at McHenry County College, Gym (B entrance). MCC is hosting over 120+ colleges and universities from across the United States. Please share this information with your students and families – all grade levels are welcome.
This is a StriveScan event; students and families are encouraged to sign up free with StriveScan to receive a QR code that they can use to scan with their colleges of choice. The scan allows students to receive colleges’ information, and the college will receive your students’ contact information. Sign up at www.strivescan.com.
*** Thursday 10/3 HSVB Home vs. Westlake Christian 5:00. MSVB at Harrison all three levels will play and please make note that the start time is 4:00 not 4:30 as originally scheduled.***
*** Also one more reminder that tomorrows HS Football game is an 8:00 kickoff.***
GREAT NEWS FROM WIU!
Our admissions application is open and we are making admissions decisions for fall 2025. We remain test-optional for students. Students may use either the Western Illinois application to apply: https://www.wiu.edu/admissions/apply_now/
Fee Waiver October 1 - 31
We encourage students to apply during October as we will automatically waive the application fee and save the student $30.
Campus Visits
We encourage in-person visits so students can feel the excitement of campus and picture themselves at home. We have a wide variety of options available at wiu.edu/visit.
Monday, October 14
Saturday, October 26
Monday, November 11
*** Wednesday 10/2 HSVB at Leland 370 N. Main St. Leland IL. 60531 5:00 start. ***
*** Tuesday 10/1 MSFB at West Carroll 5:30 the game is at West Carroll Middle School in Mt. Carroll 633 South Street Mt. Carroll IL. 61053. MSVB home vs. Hiawatha 7th &8th 4:30 start.
Also please make note that the HS Football game Friday at Home vs. South Beloit will be a 8:00 kickoff. We have to wait for an officiating crew to come after their game at Belvedere. ***
*** Little Giants Cheerleading Schedule update Monday 2:45-4:45 , Tuesday 1:00-3:00, Wednesday no practice, Thursday 2:45-4:45 and Friday 2:45-4:45 then 6:45 at the field for the game. All practices are at the Elementary Gym. ***
*** Monday 9/30 MSVB home vs TOCA and we will be playing all three levels starting at 4:30. A reminder that JV Football vs. Polo has been cancelled for tonight. ***
Don't Miss Out--MTI Career Expo on 10/2/2024
