Rotary International treats students to a youth leadership retreat
Jodee Capati, Lead Reporter
April 17, 2019
What makes a good leader? I mean, we all have different definitions of what “good” is. Heck, I could ask three students, and they could all give me various meanings to the word “good.” So, I’ll rephrase… “How do you become a successful leader?” Eleven Interact Clubstudents took part...
The amusing, unforgettable fall play
Katelynn Nguyen, Staff Writer
November 8, 2018
Audiences who see this year’s fall play “Mimes and Zombies and Kittens - Oh My!” will walk away with an unforgettable experience filled with laughter and amusement. The play opened November 8 and runs through November 10. The Hoffman Estates High School Theatre is presenting a unique play that...
iCompete Mentors: changing the future hawks for the better
Jodee Capati, Lead Reporter
November 4, 2018
iCompete was established in 2012 and originated from the Palatine Park District/High School. John Ulrich and Barbara Nocula, both Hoffman teachers, were asked to create a similar program by former principal, Jim Britton. The program is focused on helping elementary students from John Muir through conn...
Marching Band, a community of musicians focused on progress
Alexis De Ocampo, Staff Writer
October 8, 2018
Being a part of the Marching Band community isn’t just about working and marching together; it is about each individual’s responsibility to make the community thrive. Brendon Gates, junior trombonist and sectional leader, knows that after hard work improvement follows. “Marching Band makes ev...
Interact Club promotes interaction, volunteerism
Rabiya Salman, Staff Writer
September 29, 2017
Students at HEHS are making a tremendous difference to their community while they have fun and learn as while volunteering with the Interact Club. The...
National Honor Society seeks scholars, community-minded students
Cody Mui, Staff Writer
September 11, 2017
It has already been a month since school started, and that means that clubs and activities are also ready to get rolling. The Hoffman Estates Chapter of the National Honor Society is no exception. First and foremost, NHS is looking forward to welcoming all new prospective members. Applications have...
Driving simulator offers real-life opportunity
Rabiya Salman, Staff Writer
February 7, 2017
Operation Click recently held a driving simulator event at the basketball game, which was a blast for students as they had a chance to virtually "drive a car." A steering wheel was used to navigate through the streets that appeared on the television screen, almost as if they were playing a game...
New Club: Health Occupations Students of America is ready to compete
Mihir Patel, Staff Writer
September 14, 2016
The Health Occupations Students of America Club had its first meeting on Wednesday, August 31, and it was nothing short of a success. So many students with a passion to go into the health care industry attended, to the point where a lot of them were forced to stand outside the classroom beca...
Hoffman’s BPA members compete, gain real-world skills, and make connections
Barathkumar Baskaran, Staff Writer
March 3, 2016
Business Professionals of America is a club that encompasses a wide range of events ranging from Java Programming to Extemporaneous Speech with several events focusing on business-related topics. Shreyas Gandlur ('16) is the president of BPA and participates in Java Programming and Parliamentary Procedure...
Debating with passion
Joslyn Garcia, Staff Writer
November 20, 2015
Inside the depth of the world history room, the debate team has managed to maintain a well-rounded group of individuals that are potential trophy holders. “The team this year has been an easy turn out,” says Simisola Adedunni, a member for the debate team for two years now. “I think every year...
Sci Fi club encourages members to “accept your inner nerd”
Alyse Leonard, Staff Writer
November 20, 2015
Sci Fi club: a place where nerds come together to share their passions right under the roof of Hoffman Estates High School. "Sci Fi club's a place where we watch great Sci Fi TV shows together and share our geekiness," said Noelle Davis, a senior in club. Not only does Sci Fi club cater to fans of...
HEHS clubs and activities have entered a season of giving
Anbar Zaheed, Staff Writer
November 18, 2015
‘Tis the season of giving here at Hoffman Estates High School. From the months of October to December, clubs and activities keep their hands busy with charitable acts. On Saturday, October 24, 2015, Cupcakes for a Cause was held to raise money for the HEHS Special Olympics. Karisma Parekh (’16)...