Hello, my name is Cheri Popoll Hourigan I graduated from MCHS in 1987 and pursued to continue my education after Middle College High School at LaGuardia Community College.
I am living now in vermont, my current role is a portrait artist.
My favorite memory A favorite memory from my time at Middle College High School, is All of it. Particularly, the teachers and staff - all of them. Intelligent, encouraging, genuinely caring educators + a really good program made the difference for all of us students. Big thanks to all of them, especially Linda Seigmund and Cece.
My achievements: Since graduating from Middle College High School; Is I Graduated from college, traveled, worked hard, family, found new career in painting.
Advice: Advice I would like to share with my fellow MCHS students is trust your instinct, don't throw away any opportunity, stay out of trouble, keep learning, do new things and meet new people, be kind and keep a sense of humor.
Cheri Popoll Hourigan
MCHS is dedicated to key strategic pillars for student success:
Building Future Travelers and Leaders: We prepare our graduates to navigate complex global landscapes, equipped with critical thinking, effective communication, and collaborative skills that are essential for leadership in any field.
Cultivating Responsible Citizens: Through a commitment to social-emotional learning (SEL) and community engagement, we instill in our students a strong sense of responsibility, empathy, and a desire to contribute positively to their communities and the world.
Ensuring Unmatched Head Starts: Our Early College program, coupled with the individualized support of our Teacher Counselor model, provides our students with an unparalleled advantage, preparing them to enter four-year universities as sophomores or juniors, or even with an Associate Degree, giving them a significant head start on their chosen career paths.
Fostering Initiative and Self-Efficacy: We empower students to take ownership of their learning and personal growth, encouraging independent thinking, problem-solving, and a proactive approach to their academic and career trajectories.