WLHS International Program News | Milwaukee, WI, USA

Seniors Appreciate Their Strengths

4/25/2024

Seniors are coming closer to their graduation date. As they prepare to leave WLHS and enter university, it is a good time for them to reflect on what they have learned and who they are. One way they did that recently was through the CliftonStrengths Assessment and a special presentation. The school provided the senior students in the WLHS Residential Program with the assessment to learn more about their personality, skills, and talents. Guest speaker Emily Krill, a writer and university life coach, led a workshop on how they are uniquely gifted, and how to use their Strengths for success as future college students.

Dormitory Hosts Easter Celebration

4/16/2024

Before the Spring break, the Residential Activities Committee (RAC) organized an Easter party for all students residing in the dormitory as well as special Ecuadorian guests visiting for a short program at WLHS.

WLHS Hosts Spring Camp for Students from Ecuador

3/27/2024

WLHS hosted ten students and one adult chaperone from Ecuador for a two-week spring camp. Some of the many activities they experienced have included a tour of the city of Milwaukee, an Admirals hockey game, Easter party with our dorm students, Wisconsin dairy farm experience, Milwaukee Art and Public Museums, Sky Zone trampoline park, Great Wolf Lodge waterpark, and much more.

Global New Year Greetings from WLHS International Alumni

2/13/2024

New Year parties aren't limited to a countdown on the evening of December 31! WLHS recently hosted a global New Year party to celebrate New Year traditions from around the world. As part of the festivities, WLHS international alumni submitted video greetings to our Wisco family. Click here to enjoy the video compilation!

DIY Flower Arranging at Honey Creek Hall

2/4/2024

Students at Honey Creek Hall organized a weekend event focused on do-it-yourself (DIY) flower arrangements, brightening their living space with some spring colors. The students assembled vibrant bouquets and also crafted personalized cards to gift to their friends. The organizers, seniors Gene Kantakanishtha and Minori Higashi, hoped to give their classmates a break from routine, enjoy some social interaction, and brighten up the winter atmosphere.

Annual Milwaukee Bucks NBA Game

2/4/2024

Students in the WLHS Residential Program enjoyed their annual trip to attend a professional basketball game. On January 13, the hometown Milwaukee Bucks defeated the popular Golden State Warriors in a close match. After the game, the WLHS group enjoyed the special opportunity of walking onto the court and each getting a chance to take a shot at the free throw line.

Weekend Winter Fun

2/4/2024

January had its moments of cold and snow, but students were able to enjoy some fun indoor activities to help fight the cabin fever. One group went to watch the Wave, Milwaukee’s professional indoor soccer team, who defeated the Dallas Sidekicks in an exciting match. Another group sang their favorite songs at their own private karaoke suite. Upcoming trips include ice skating, a trampoline park, and a professional hockey match.

Blessing of the Singapore Flag

1/31/2024

WLHS held a blessing of the flag ceremony during chapel on January 29. Joanne Lee ('25), our international student from Singapore, carried her home country's flag, which WLHS Conference President Rev. Dr. Ken Fisher blessed. Joanne, who transferred to Wisco at the beginning of this semester, is the first student from Singapore to attend our school.