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MHS Celebrates Hispanic Heritage Month Sept. 15 - Oct. 15

MHS Celebrates National Hispanic Heritage Month Sept. 15 - Oct. 15

D120 Transition Center building named in honor of former superintendent

Sep 11, 2025

The Mundelein District 120 community celebrated the first completed project of its Facilities Improvement Plan on Sept. 10 with a ceremonial ribbon cutting ceremony in the newly named “Myers Education Center.” The building, which recently became the new home of the D120 Transition Center, honors former District 120 Superintendent Kevin Myers who retired in June after serving Mundelein schools for 11 years.

Two MHS grads receive Next Step Grants

Sep 10, 2025

Two recent Mundelein High School graduates were recognized Sept. 9 by the District 120 School Board after receiving $2,500 Next Step grants from the Lake County Regional Office of Education Foundation (LCROEF). The new grant was created to fill a critical gap in the support system for students pursuing life after high school. There are no restrictions so long as the funds directly support students identified as having significant financial need.

Universidad de Padres - September 18

We invite you to attend Universidad de Padres on Thursday, September 18, 2025 starting at 6:00 p.m., in the MHS Cafeteria.

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2025 Career Expo and Networking Event - October 16

The 2025 Career Expo and Networking Event is an opportunity for our 2000+ students to learn about the exciting careers that await them after graduation, and we'd love to have you be a part of it!

Mundelein High School Principal to leave after school year

Aug 29, 2025

Mundelein High School Principal, Dr. Alexandria Taylor, announced Friday that she will leave MHS at the end of the academic school year in order to continue raising her young and growing family. Taylor, the first Latina principal at Mundelein High School, recently began her fourth year at the helm of MHS. Her resignation will be submitted to the District 120 School Board on Tuesday, Sept. 9.

District 120 to host Grand Opening of Transition Center's new home

Aug 22, 2025

The Mundelein School District 120 community will celebrate the first completed portion of the Mundelein High School Facilities Improvement Project when they host the Grand Opening of the District 120 Transition Center on Wednesday, Sept. 10. The Transition Center, previously located on the north end of Mundelein High School, has moved into the newly renovated MHS Annex building (formerly the Kirk of the Lakes Church).

D120 Board adjusts school calendar during high school construction

Aug 13, 2025

In an effort to allow for construction at Mundelein High School to proceed as effectively as possible, the District 120 School Board on Aug. 12 adjusted the school year calendar for the next two years. Next year’s school calendar will run from Sept. 8, 2026 to June 10, 2027. The following year, it will run from Sept. 7, 2027 to June 9, 2028. The changes will allow for a 15-week summer in 2026 followed by a 13-week summer in 2027. A typical summer in District 120 is 11 weeks long.

Mundelein's shared services model helps save on administrative costs

Jun 23, 2025

The shared services model used by Mundelein School Districts 75 and 120 has proven beneficial in many ways. It provides continuity and collaboration among staff from both districts, efficiencies in materials, supplies and skilled labor, and cost savings in administrative compensation.

MHS again recognized with "Best Communities for Music Education" award

Jun 11, 2025

For the second straight year, Mundelein High School was recognized as one of the “Best Communities for Music Education (BCME)” in the nation. This unique and prestigious award is given by the NAMM (National Association of Music Merchants) Foundation. “We are so proud of our music staff, students and community supporters - they’re in an elite class,” said MHS Principal Alexandria Rios Taylor. “To receive this award for a second straight year proves that our program has sustained success.”