Holiday Cheer Camp ❄️
The Seneca High School Cheer team invites girls in Kindergarten through 8th grade from MVK, Milton Pope, Ransom and Seneca Grade School to join our Holiday Cheer Camp on December 14th! The camp will be held in the SHS New Gym from 1:00-3:00 PM and will cost $25.00 per girl.
Wear comfy clothes and get ready for a fun afternoon of holiday cheer! Each participant will receive a cheer shirt and bow, and will perform with our SHS cheerleaders during halftime of the Varsity Fighting Irish Basketball Game on December 19, 2025. We ask that campers wear their camp shirt, bow, and black leggings for the performance.
Scan the QR code or visit the attached link to sign up. Please email Coach Nikki at nbricco@senecahs.org or call 815-357-5001 with any questions. We can't wait to welcome and cheer with the future of SHS Cheer! #IrishPride 📣
Sign Up: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSeGg1TR66p4F6SLJOuUNIia7gCUZROg6ps1WiEqeX0zL9yh0A/viewform?usp=publish-editor
Mail checks (payable to Seneca High School) to:
Seneca High School
ATTN: Nikki Bricco
307 East Scott Street
Seneca, IL 61360
The Seneca High School Cheer team invites girls in Kindergarten through 8th grade from MVK, Milton Pope, Ransom and Seneca Grade School to join our Holiday Cheer Camp on December 14th! The camp will be held in the SHS New Gym from 1:00-3:00 PM and will cost $25.00 per girl.
Wear comfy clothes and get ready for a fun afternoon of holiday cheer! Each participant will receive a cheer shirt and bow, and will perform with our SHS cheerleaders during halftime of the Varsity Fighting Irish Basketball Game on December 19, 2025. We ask that campers wear their camp shirt, bow, and black leggings for the performance.
Scan the QR code or visit the attached link to sign up. Please email Coach Nikki at nbricco@senecahs.org or call 815-357-5001 with any questions. We can't wait to welcome and cheer with the future of SHS Cheer! #IrishPride 📣
Sign Up: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSeGg1TR66p4F6SLJOuUNIia7gCUZROg6ps1WiEqeX0zL9yh0A/viewform?usp=publish-editor
Mail checks (payable to Seneca High School) to:
Seneca High School
ATTN: Nikki Bricco
307 East Scott Street
Seneca, IL 61360
Economics 💰
Last Thursday and this Tuesday, Mrs. Foster's Economics classes had the opportunity to learn about budgeting from Crystal Geiger of Financial Plus Credit Union! It was a very insightful session, covering practical tips and real-world strategies for managing money effectively. It's so valuable for our students to learn these essential financial literacy skills straight from the experts. Students took a big step toward smart spending and saving, and we are very grateful for Crystal and Financial Credit Union for preparing our students for financial success! #TheSenecaWay ☘️
Last Thursday and this Tuesday, Mrs. Foster's Economics classes had the opportunity to learn about budgeting from Crystal Geiger of Financial Plus Credit Union! It was a very insightful session, covering practical tips and real-world strategies for managing money effectively. It's so valuable for our students to learn these essential financial literacy skills straight from the experts. Students took a big step toward smart spending and saving, and we are very grateful for Crystal and Financial Credit Union for preparing our students for financial success! #TheSenecaWay ☘️
For any junior or senior student who is interested in attending JJC after graduation, consider attending Discover JJC on Saturday, November 8th from 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM! Discover JJC is an open house to learn more about JJC and their programs. You will explore the campus, meet with professors, learn more about programs, etc.
If you plan on attending, please register using the QR code or the attached link. If you have any questions, please see the Guidance office!
https://jjc.edu/getting-started/schedule-visit/discover-jjc
If you plan on attending, please register using the QR code or the attached link. If you have any questions, please see the Guidance office!
https://jjc.edu/getting-started/schedule-visit/discover-jjc
On Monday, Brady Sheedy, Jessa Echeverria, and Brant Roe did a fantastic job representing SHS at State Senator Sue Rezin's Youth Advisory Council in Yorkville. They listened to speakers stress the importance of following their own path and tackling the problems of tomorrow before working with students from other schools to propose and present mock legislation. Jessa was part of the winning team, and their mock legislation will be considered at an event sponsored by Senator Rezin in Springfield next spring. Way to make SHS proud Brady, Jessa, and Brant! #TheSenecaWay ☘️
Congratulations to junior Noah Odum for being named last week's Success at SHS winner! #TheSenecaWay ☘️
For any senior or junior student who is interested in attending IVCC after graduation, consider attending Explore IVCC tomorrow, November 4th from 5:30-7:00 PM! Explore IVCC is an open house to learn more about IVCC and their programs. You will hear from students and teachers, and have a chance to ask questions.
If you plan on attending, please fill out the RSVP using the QR code or the attached link. If you have any questions, please see the Guidance office!
https://admissions.ivcc.edu/register/Explore
If you plan on attending, please fill out the RSVP using the QR code or the attached link. If you have any questions, please see the Guidance office!
https://admissions.ivcc.edu/register/Explore
☘️ THIS WEEK AT SHS ☘️ #IrishPride
GOOD LUCK 🏃♂️🏃♀️
It's RACE DAY. The Fighting Irish XC team is headed to the IHSA Class 1A Cross Country Sectional at Saukie Golf Course in Rock Island this afternoon. The girls race begins at 3:00 PM, with the boys to follow at 4:00 PM. Leave it all out on the course and LET'S GO IRISH! #IrishPride ☘️
It's RACE DAY. The Fighting Irish XC team is headed to the IHSA Class 1A Cross Country Sectional at Saukie Golf Course in Rock Island this afternoon. The girls race begins at 3:00 PM, with the boys to follow at 4:00 PM. Leave it all out on the course and LET'S GO IRISH! #IrishPride ☘️
Seneca High School's Football Team faces off against Riverdale at Home on November 1st at 1PM. Come watch the first round of the playoffs on Irish Live!
https://youtube.com/live/Nm3nwIHBjDE
https://youtube.com/live/Nm3nwIHBjDE
A Wicked Christmas Carol 🎄
Join us on Friday, November 14th & 15th as Seneca High School presents A Wicked Christmas Carol! The play is a dramatically humorous spin-off of Charles Dickens’ A Christmas Carol told using the characters from L. Frank Baum’s 14-book Wizard of Oz series! Admission is $5 per ticket and can be purchased by visiting https://cur8.com/16118/project/135176 or by scanning this QR code:
Join us on Friday, November 14th & 15th as Seneca High School presents A Wicked Christmas Carol! The play is a dramatically humorous spin-off of Charles Dickens’ A Christmas Carol told using the characters from L. Frank Baum’s 14-book Wizard of Oz series! Admission is $5 per ticket and can be purchased by visiting https://cur8.com/16118/project/135176 or by scanning this QR code:
On Thursday morning, the Seneca High School Irish Female Forum was a great success! Held at Refuge Coffee & Co, this event was led by Jill Rockrohr, Director of Special Services, and Stacey Gould, Chief School Business Official. Superintendent Dan Stecken welcomed our attendees and shared the importance of growing leadership skills among our young women.
We were blessed to have three leaders from our community share their valuable experiences with our students:
Sara Olson - SHS School Board Vice President and Success Coach at Great Minds
Amy Zellers - Administrator at Pleasant View Luther Home
Alyssa Ugolini - Owner of Refuge Coffee & Co.
Among the many take-aways from the event were what it means to be a leader, following your own journey, building your support network, remaining open to opportunities, and unique challenges faced by women in the workforce.
Thank you to all of the individuals who worked to make this event a success! We are excited to see how we can grow this program in the future. #TheSenecaWay ☘️
We were blessed to have three leaders from our community share their valuable experiences with our students:
Sara Olson - SHS School Board Vice President and Success Coach at Great Minds
Amy Zellers - Administrator at Pleasant View Luther Home
Alyssa Ugolini - Owner of Refuge Coffee & Co.
Among the many take-aways from the event were what it means to be a leader, following your own journey, building your support network, remaining open to opportunities, and unique challenges faced by women in the workforce.
Thank you to all of the individuals who worked to make this event a success! We are excited to see how we can grow this program in the future. #TheSenecaWay ☘️
PACK THE 'ROCK ☘️
It's GAME DAY. The Lady Irish Volleyball team will challenge the Manteno Panthers tonight for the IHSA 2A Regional Championship @ 6:00 PM! Tickets to enter will be $8.00 (Students, Adults, and Senior Citizens) and will be cash only at the SHS Event Entrance. Let's pack the stands and GOOD LUCK Lady Irish! #IrishPride 🏐
Trick or Treat 🍬
Today was a fun and memorable day at SHS for all ages! Our faculty and staff welcomed our preschoolers from Mrs. Read's ECE program for a morning of trick-or-treating. Their laughter and excitement filled the halls as they dressed up as spooky vampires, magical princesses, and brave superheroes. Along the way, they practiced good manners, waiting patiently, and taking turns! #TheSenecaWay ☘️
Today was a fun and memorable day at SHS for all ages! Our faculty and staff welcomed our preschoolers from Mrs. Read's ECE program for a morning of trick-or-treating. Their laughter and excitement filled the halls as they dressed up as spooky vampires, magical princesses, and brave superheroes. Along the way, they practiced good manners, waiting patiently, and taking turns! #TheSenecaWay ☘️
As we continue to celebrate Red Ribbon Week, SRO Ken Sangston recently visited Mrs. Baxter’s Driver Education classes for his annual presentation on DUI and impaired driving. Officer Sangston discussed the importance of making good life choices, DUI and Zero Tolerance laws, and the real-life consequences of impaired driving.
Students also got a hands-on experience by driving a golf cart on a controlled course while wearing fatal vision goggles that simulate different blood alcohol levels (.08, 1.5, and 2.0. ). This powerful demonstration showed just how quickly impairment can affect reaction time and coordination. Thank you, Officer Sangston and Mrs. Baxter, for continuing to reinforce the importance of making responsible decisions behind the wheel. Let’s keep having a fun and safe Red Ribbon Week! #TheSenecaWay ☘️
Students also got a hands-on experience by driving a golf cart on a controlled course while wearing fatal vision goggles that simulate different blood alcohol levels (.08, 1.5, and 2.0. ). This powerful demonstration showed just how quickly impairment can affect reaction time and coordination. Thank you, Officer Sangston and Mrs. Baxter, for continuing to reinforce the importance of making responsible decisions behind the wheel. Let’s keep having a fun and safe Red Ribbon Week! #TheSenecaWay ☘️
ADVANCED 🏐
In the IHSA 2A Regional Semis on Tuesday night, the Lady Irish Volleyball team DEFEATED the Coal City Coalers in a nail-biting 3 set thriller: 26-24, 19-25, 27-25! With that win, the Lady Irish have punched their ticket to the Regional CHAMPIONSHIP Thursday night at 6:00 PM vs. the Manteno Panthers. CONGRATULATIONS, GIRLS! #IrishPride ☘️
In the IHSA 2A Regional Semis on Tuesday night, the Lady Irish Volleyball team DEFEATED the Coal City Coalers in a nail-biting 3 set thriller: 26-24, 19-25, 27-25! With that win, the Lady Irish have punched their ticket to the Regional CHAMPIONSHIP Thursday night at 6:00 PM vs. the Manteno Panthers. CONGRATULATIONS, GIRLS! #IrishPride ☘️
Sophomores Avery and Emily Aldridge have both been named SHS Athlete of the Week after incredible diving performances at the Suburban Prairie Conference meet on Saturday! The twins finished back to back, with Avery earning 2nd Place and Emily earning 3rd. The girls will next be in action during Sectionals at Homewood-Flossmoor HS on November 8th @ 9:00 AM. Congratulations, Avery and Emily, and best of luck the rest of the season! #IrishPride ☘️
The Seneca High School Guidance Office will be hosting a 2nd FAFSA Completion Night on November 5th at 7:00 PM. Completing the FAFSA is a graduation requirement in the State of Illinois. Students who don’t complete the FAFSA must complete a separate opt-out form. RSVP and details here: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSd5YWGSYTKFLji8ae-Cue9XIdpb4nPPGl8VowFfEyM8-w3VuA/viewform?usp=publish-editor
REMINDER: Seneca fans must pay to attend the IHSA Volleyball Regionals this week and the IHSA Football Playoff game on Saturday vs. Riverdale. Tickets are $8.00 for each event (a flat rate for all students, adults, and senior citizens) and will be cash only. Volleyball tickets will be taken at the SHS Event Entrance and football tickets will be taken as you exit the parking lots toward the football field. Thank you for your understanding and support of Irish Athletics! #IrishPride ☘️
Outdig the Coalers ⛏️
It's GAME DAY. The 2025 IHSA Class 2A Volleyball Regionals start tonight at Seneca High School. At 6:00 PM, the Bishop McNamara Fightin' Irish will face off against the Manteno Panthers. Then at 7:00 PM, your Seneca Lady Irish will look to put the PRESSURE on the Coal City Coalers!
Tonight's winners will meet again on Thursday @ 6:00 PM to see who will be crowned Regional Champs! Tickets to enter each night will be $8.00 (Students, Adults, and Senior Citizens) and will be cash only at the SHS Event Entrance. Let's pack the stands and GOOD LUCK Lady Irish! #IrishPride ☘️
Hawaiian Day 🌺
Aloha from Hawaii! Seneca High School and TRUST kicked off Red Ribbon Week today with a tropical twist. Along with their red ribbons, students showed their commitment to making positive choices by rocking their favorite floral shirts, hula skirts, and leis. Red Ribbon Week is a nationwide alcohol, tobacco, drug, and violence prevention campaign held every October. It began in 1985 to honor DEA Special Agent Enrique “Kiki” Camarena and has grown into the nation’s largest and longest-running drug awareness program.
DID YOU KNOW? 61% of U.S. teens report underage drinking, and peer pressure plays a role in nearly half of those cases. Seneca High School is dedicated to lowering that number by encouraging students to make smart and healthy choices. Let’s have a fun and safe Red Ribbon Week! #TheSenecaWay ☘️
Aloha from Hawaii! Seneca High School and TRUST kicked off Red Ribbon Week today with a tropical twist. Along with their red ribbons, students showed their commitment to making positive choices by rocking their favorite floral shirts, hula skirts, and leis. Red Ribbon Week is a nationwide alcohol, tobacco, drug, and violence prevention campaign held every October. It began in 1985 to honor DEA Special Agent Enrique “Kiki” Camarena and has grown into the nation’s largest and longest-running drug awareness program.
DID YOU KNOW? 61% of U.S. teens report underage drinking, and peer pressure plays a role in nearly half of those cases. Seneca High School is dedicated to lowering that number by encouraging students to make smart and healthy choices. Let’s have a fun and safe Red Ribbon Week! #TheSenecaWay ☘️
