Hawkeye View

The student news site of Hoffman Estates High School
HEHS speech team ends season with two IHSA state wins
HEHS speech team ends season with two IHSA state wins
April 28, 2026
“I completed all 18 possible speeches…So yeah I did quite a bit of preparation,” said Phoenix Coker, junior.
Preparation pays off
April 19, 2026
The plants sit in channels that are filled with nutrient-filled water, and they are planted in black pots with holes at the bottom that are filled with clay pellets.
Water works
March 19, 2026
Rudransh Kumar, Matthew Bonness, and Ibrahim Uddin practice the art of chess.
HEHS chess team builds community, develops skills together
March 6, 2026
HEHS Dance Show offered a variety of dances, opportunities to meet new people
HEHS Dance Show offered a variety of dances, opportunities to meet new people
February 12, 2026
The evolution of the high school dance
May 13, 2026
Seniors Fateh Saggu, Azhar Ahmed, Vihaan Thakkar, Richard You, Jan Tyrka, and Alleyah Genosa work the brat stand to make sure HEHS students get a taste of Germany.
Brats! Get your brat here!
March 17, 2026
Events like the gingerbread student initiative serve as a reminder of the role Student Wellness Club plays in supporting students beyond academics.
Student Wellness Club creates spaces for creativity, connection
January 25, 2026
The Madrigal Dinner combines food, merriment, and a bit of magic
The Madrigal Dinner combines food, merriment, and a bit of magic
December 11, 2025
Freshman year is the start of something great.
Freshmen have settled in to Hawk life
October 9, 2025
HEHS boys tennis celebrates integrity, sportsmanship
HEHS boys tennis celebrates integrity, sportsmanship
May 19, 2026
Girls basketball team wins first playoff game this season
Girls basketball team wins first playoff game this season
March 20, 2026
Boys basketball team's core values drive them towards success
Boys basketball team’s core values drive them towards success
February 5, 2026
Poms combines dance, fun music to show pride in HEHS 
Poms combines dance, fun music to show pride in HEHS 
November 22, 2025
HEHS football team is ready for playoffs
HEHS football team is ready for playoffs
October 31, 2025
Our Town is a story for all time
May 19, 2026
Musical lead actor nominated best actor at Illinois High School Musical Theatre Awards
Musical lead actor nominated best actor at Illinois High School Musical Theatre Awards
May 8, 2026
ASAP is trying something new and disregarding what others think. ASAP is branching out into other genres and attempting to make them his own is a commendable pursuit. 
Album Review: ASAP Rocky’s Don’t Be Dumb
February 26, 2026
Behind every act at the Talent Show was hours of practice and dedication. Performers spent weeks rehearsing their songs and memorizing lines to make sure their moment on stage would be perfect.
Students bring their talents to the stage
October 3, 2025
Mr. Ferguson (left) says this about Mr. Chester (right): "The orchestra teacher is a very philosophical person, who cares deeply about student learning." Mr. Chester said about Mr. Ferguson: "I think Mr. Ferguson is a very intelligent person that has a lot to offer to students and staff."
Orchestra, band offer students opportunities to create collective sound
November 7, 2024
Getting ahead does not always mean taking AP classes
May 22, 2026
The analogy of the fig tree also has strong ties to the fear of failure, as students may become so caught up in the fear of making a wrong decision that they may become paralyzed by the fear of failure, causing them to not try new things or take any chances whatsoever.
The importance of moving forward despite the unknowns
March 20, 2026
ASAP is trying something new and disregarding what others think. ASAP is branching out into other genres and attempting to make them his own is a commendable pursuit. 
Album Review: ASAP Rocky’s Don’t Be Dumb
February 26, 2026
Senior year is both exhilaring and exhausting
Senior year is both exhilaring and exhausting
February 4, 2026
Staying balanced can be tough because many students, especially upperclassmen, are taking multiple honors or Advanced Placement courses, along with being involved in multiple clubs and sports.
Achieving good grades, school involvement while keeping stress at bay
February 2, 2026

Hawkeye View

Hawkeye View
Maddy Bell

Maddy Bell

Hi, I’m Maddy and am a senior at HEHS! Besides just writing for the Hawkeye View, I’m a Jedi for Blue Crew, play lacrosse, and am in student council. I aspire to pursue a journalism career in my future and never shying from an opportunity to write. Summer is undoubtedly my favorite time of year—the best place to be is on a beach with a good book.

All content by Maddy Bell
Load More Stories