Men & Women of Honor

02/18/2026

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The son of a freed enslaved family from Canada, William Hunton began his Y work in 1888 as the first employed YMCA secretary at a “Colored YMCA” in Norfolk, VA. Hunton worked among the soldiers in the Army camps during the Spanish-American War and in developing Student YMCAs on Black campuses throughout the South. He helped communities meet philanthropist Julius Rosenwald’s challenge grant to build YMCAs for Black communities, and then helped recruit and train the staff and volunteers to lead those associations.

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02/18/2026

Shout out to Ja’Mariah Williams for making Whitner’s Student of the Month. Ja’Mariah is an outstanding student who’s involved in the Minority Student Union, Cheerleading, and is an all around great human being. Ja’Mariah is the example of Black Girl Magic, exemplified by her attendance, grades, and willingness to put forth her Black Excellence unapologetically. Good job scholar. 🎓

01/16/2026

MSU (Minority Student Union) scholars preparing & serving lunch @ The Community Kitchen in Mason City Ia.

11/27/2025

Friendsgiving was a success!! I try to do this every year to provide a fun and safe space for our students to take a break from their academic excellence, enjoy their friends, share recipes, build bridges, and show gratitude towards one another.

The school days get long & sometimes stressful however, there is ALWAYS something to look forward to and be grateful for. Shout out to Louis Reeves, Val Haugebak, Robert Honaker & all the students & parents who supplied food for our scholars to enjoy!! This one’s in the books, until next year!! 🎓📚 🦃

11/13/2025

MCHS Alumni Jaeda Whitner speaking to students in SWS @ Mason City High School. Jaeda shared her experience as a student athlete & her journey through High School to Junior College & Division 1 College @ Texas A&M Corpus Christi. Jaeda’s message was clear.. if you persevere, you csn accomplish anything! Thank you for blessing us with your presence and the knowledge you shared with our students. 🎓

11/11/2025

Shout out to Jaylen Dolliver for making Whitner’s Student of the Month. Jaylen is the co-leader of a multi cultural student union which aims for success and excellence. Jaylen has a brilliant mind, displaying leadership characteristics, determination & courage; determined to change the perception of how he & those that look like him are perceived. Great job scholar, I have no doubt that he will continue tapping into his greatness. 🎓

10/18/2025

Big thanks to

Louis Reeves

for all your support! Congrats for being top fans on a streak 🔥!

10/16/2025

Today we had the pleasure of having Anthony Green as a guest speaker for SWS (School Within School) @ MCHS. Our students did a fantastic job engaging & discussing scenarios as Anthony spoke on the topic of navigating life through the temptation of drug abuse and more importantly Recovery. He gave great advice on processing life lessons and implementing them in your day to day life. Thank you Mr. Green, it was our pleasure having you. Remember to be kind, be thoughtful, and always be the best version of yourself. 🎓

10/03/2025

Congratulations are in order for Khloe Shackleton-Hatch for making Whitner’s Student of the Month. Amongst her peers, Khloe is described as an uplifting and encouraging individual who exudes leadership qualities, intelligence, and has a heart of gold. Good job scholar.. continue tapping into your greatness!! 🎓

09/16/2025

Moment captured.. You are in control of your attitude and effort. This young lady put forth the effort to change her attitude be scholarific. Shoutout to Maggie for helping her tap into her potential. 🎓📚

09/13/2025

Congratulations to Jazzmynn Dolliver on being selected for Whitner’s Student of the Month. Jazzmynn is an exceptional student with a promising future. Jazzmynn defines how model students shoud conduct themselves in the classroom & in the community. Outstanding job scholar, continue believing and achieving. 👏🏾🎓

06/15/2025

Sunday June 22nd 12p-7p come out and enjoy some free food, basketball skills challenge and good community company. All are welcome and everything is free. $100 will be awarded for the basketball skills challenge winner, along with trophy’s and plaques. East Park basketball court. See you all there.