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June 08, 2025
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McHenry County attorney says finding her way to teaching was ‘kismet’

McHenry County attorney says finding her way to teaching was ‘kismet’

Robin Berry spent much of her law career defending juveniles. She uses those real-life scenarios from the courtroom in the classroom as a teacher and full-time department chair and instructor.

By Amanda Marrazzo●
May 08, 2025 at 12:05 am CDT

Crystal Lake math teacher aims to inspire, whether in classroom or horse-riding arena

Crystal Lake math teacher aims to inspire, whether in classroom or horse-riding arena

Amber Bauman teachers middle school math in Crystal Lake has spent nearly a lifetime teaching, both in the classroom and the horse arena.

By Amanda Marrazzo●
May 08, 2025 at 12:05 am CDT

Between preschool and Sunday school, Tammy Nobbe shares her love of learning six days a week

Between preschool and Sunday school, Tammy Nobbe shares her love of learning six days a week

Tammy Nobbe teaches children six days per week – five at her job at the Cary Park District preschool and Sunday school at Bethany Lutheran Church in Crystal Lake.

By Claire O'Brien●
May 08, 2025 at 12:05 am CDT

Woodstock educator from Spain uses wealth of experience - and his guitar – to share knowledge with students

Woodstock educator from Spain uses wealth of experience - and his guitar – to share knowledge with students

Ivan Cisneros Cabanas reflects on the last eight years using music and humor to teach Spanish at Olson Elementary in Woodstock,

By Amanda Marrazzo●
May 08, 2025 at 12:05 am CDT

‘Care about yourself’: Jacobs High School student spotlights a teacher who has inspired her

‘Care about yourself’: Jacobs High School student spotlights a teacher who has inspired her

Jimmy Roberts was already a longtime teacher and basketball coach at Algonquin's Jacobs High School when he decided to take on a new role, as girls flag football coach for the newly formed team.

By Kaitlyn Tomaszewski, Jacobs High School●
May 08, 2025 at 12:05 am CDT

Thank You Teacher Letters 2025: McHenry County

Thank You Teacher Letters 2025: McHenry County

Read our letters submitted by students and parents to the Northwest Herald for our 2025 Thank You Teachers special edition

By Kate Santillan●
May 08, 2025 at 12:05 am CDT

Woodstock educator from Spain uses wealth of experience - and his guitar – to share knowledge with students

Woodstock educator from Spain uses wealth of experience - and his guitar – to share knowledge with students

Ivan Cisneros Cabanas reflects on the last eight years using music and humor to teach Spanish at Olson Elementary in Woodstock,

By Amanda Marrazzo●
May 08, 2025 at 12:05 am CDT

‘Care about yourself’: Jacobs High School student spotlights a teacher who has inspired her

‘Care about yourself’: Jacobs High School student spotlights a teacher who has inspired her

Jimmy Roberts was already a longtime teacher and basketball coach at Algonquin's Jacobs High School when he decided to take on a new role, as girls flag football coach for the newly formed team.

By Kaitlyn Tomaszewski, Jacobs High School●
May 08, 2025 at 12:05 am CDT

2 homeschool parents unite to coach teen robotics team, expand STEM opportunities in McHenry County

2 homeschool parents unite to coach teen robotics team, expand STEM opportunities in McHenry County

Homeschool teachers Melissa Ryan and Tammy Massey created a STEM-focused robotics team in McHenry County that has now reached international competitions twice.

By Michelle Meyer●
May 08, 2025 at 12:05 am CDT

Final bell to ring for principal, students of pioneering Landmark School in McHenry

Final bell to ring for principal, students of pioneering Landmark School in McHenry

Margaret Carey has been the principal at McHenry School District 15's Landmark School since 2010. Her retirement coincides with the school closing at the end of the school year.

By Janelle Walker●
May 08, 2025 at 12:05 am CDT
A stage for everyone: Crystal Lake South teachers bring special education students into school plays

A stage for everyone: Crystal Lake South teachers bring special education students into school plays

Crystal Lake South teachers Dan Mitchell and Ben Stoner worked together to involve special education students in the school's recent plays and musicals.

By Michelle Meyer●
May 08, 2025 at 12:05 am CDT
Melting pot: Bridging languages, cultures is goal of McHenry High multilingual program administrator

Melting pot: Bridging languages, cultures is goal of McHenry High multilingual program administrator

McHenry High School District 156 has students from around the world learning English and core subjects, with Kelsey Podgorski keeping watch on their progress.

By Janelle Walker●
May 08, 2025 at 12:05 am CDT
Meeting students where they’re at: Trauma-informed education at center of what Johnsburg social worker does

Meeting students where they’re at: Trauma-informed education at center of what Johnsburg social worker does

Johnsburg Junior High social worker Nikki Brosh brings trauma-informed education practices, years of experience working with troubled kids to her school

By Janelle Walker●
May 08, 2025 at 12:05 am CDT
His 1st school job was custodian. Now he’s a dual-language teacher in Crystal Lake

His 1st school job was custodian. Now he’s a dual-language teacher in Crystal Lake

Manuel Gonzalez started off as a custodian in Crystal Lake Elementary School District 47. Now, he’s a dual language teacher at the district’s Canterbury Elementary School.

By Claire O'Brien●
May 08, 2025 at 12:05 am CDT
Huntley teacher commits to cancer research by shaving her head in honor of former student

Huntley teacher commits to cancer research by shaving her head in honor of former student

District 158 Huntley special education teacher Jennifer Slad braves a bald haircut for the third time in honor of her former student who battled a rare brain tumor as a baby.

By Michelle Meyer●
May 08, 2025 at 12:05 am CDT
Lorraine Egan, last of Crystal Lake American Legion’s WWII veterans, dies at 102

Lorraine Egan, last of Crystal Lake American Legion’s WWII veterans, dies at 102

Lorraine Egan was still at Crystal Lake Central High School when Pearl Harbor was bombed and she decided to joined the Navy's as among the first of the WAVES units.

By Amanda Marrazzo●
December 03, 2024 at 4:50 am CST
WWII veteran from Richmond recalls cooking for Gen. Douglas MacArthur in Japan

WWII veteran from Richmond recalls cooking for Gen. Douglas MacArthur in Japan

Peter Cirelli reflects on time in WWII as he ran a Toyko kitchen for Army General Douglas MacArthur and created unlikely friendships.

By Michelle Meyer●
November 11, 2024 at 10:25 am CST
Ronnie Reber honors fellow veterans, family legacy with woodworking

Ronnie Reber honors fellow veterans, family legacy with woodworking

Ronnie Reber of McHenry is a fifth-generation woodworker. He uses his skills to help veterans.

By Claire O'Brien●
November 09, 2024 at 12:05 am CST
McHenry has something few other towns can boast: 3 active veterans groups, all with halls in the city

McHenry has something few other towns can boast: 3 active veterans groups, all with halls in the city

McHenry veterans say its the town's patriotism, spirit that make it a center for ex-military residents

By Janelle Walker●
November 09, 2024 at 12:05 am CST
Operation HerStory aims for 2nd mission to bring women veterans to Washington, D.C.

Operation HerStory aims for 2nd mission to bring women veterans to Washington, D.C.

Operation HerStory celebrates women who served and put on its first flight to Washington landmarks in 2021. The group is hoping to organize a second trip.

By Claire O'Brien●
November 09, 2024 at 12:05 am CST
Habitat for Humanity got a veteran a new roof. Now she’s inspired to help others

Habitat for Humanity got a veteran a new roof. Now she’s inspired to help others

Veteran and Island Lake resident Robin Waltrip paved the way for woman in the army and she’s still making a difference by helping out with Habitat for Humanity.

By Michelle Meyer●
November 09, 2024 at 12:05 am CST
McHenry County’s long history of serving the nation – and the Revolutionary War veteran buried here

McHenry County’s long history of serving the nation – and the Revolutionary War veteran buried here

Scores of McHenry County men fought for the Union side during the Civil War, and in many other conflicts throughout history.

By Kaitlyn Tomaszewski●
November 09, 2024 at 12:05 am CST
Payment accepted in hugs: Huntley group honors veterans with handmade quilts

Payment accepted in hugs: Huntley group honors veterans with handmade quilts

A Huntley-area sewing group honors veterans in its own way – with handmade quilts.

By Claire O'Brien●
November 09, 2024 at 12:05 am CST
McHenry High grads made sure classmates killed in Vietnam wouldn’t be forgotten

McHenry High grads made sure classmates killed in Vietnam wouldn’t be forgotten

Richard Phannenstill worked for decades to raise funds for a memorial honoring his classmates who died in Vietnam. A portion of those funds, raised 10 years ago, went to Veterans Path to Hope this year.

By Janelle Walker●
November 09, 2024 at 12:05 am CST

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