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American Mentors and new international students enjoyed a fun evening of ice skating at the Pettit National Ice Center on December 3. Students spent the night building friendships, sharing laughs, and supporting one another on the ice—whether they were seasoned skaters or trying it for the first time.

Scholars from Honey Creek Hall dormitory had the opportunity on October 30 to make the most of a day off from school to visit a local university.

The WLHS International Program is hosting a "Week at Wisco" with Colégio AZ Internacional from Bragança Paulista, São Paulo, Brazil. From October 16–25, eight Brazilian students and one chaperone are staying in local homestays arranged by WLHS, getting a taste of classes, participating in athletic and dorm activities, visiting local sights around Milwaukee, and presenting about Brazilian culture at one of our partner Lutheran elementary schools. This marks the third time WLHS has hosted a group from this school.

In September we had the kickoff of our “Funtivities”-- off-campus trips to different fun activities around the Milwaukee area.

We love to hear from alumni of our program! Enjoy this recent reflection from Ana Sofija, the 2024 class salutatorian from Serbia:

The WLHS Residential Program enjoyed its annual Labor Day Weekend Camping Trip, a perfect opportunity to deepen friendships and soak in the beautiful late-summer Wisconsin weather.

WLHS welcomed 23 new international students this August to the school community.

It was an absolute BLAST to be part of the seventh year of the Wisconsin Lutheran High School English Excellence Summer Camp!

We wish to express our utmost congratulations to all the Class of 2025 graduates, especially our international and U.S. graduates who have resided in Honey Creek Hall dormitory!

On April 26, the seniors in the Residential Program participated in the annual full-day college readiness seminar in Madison, designed to help them prepare for life after high school and begin thinking about their new identity as college students.

When spring comes, the WLHS dormitory holds class trips for the residential students. In April, the juniors of Honey Creek Hall spent the day in Chicago for their annual trip. Highlights included panoramic views from Chicago 360, shopping along the Magnificent Mile, and photos at Millennium Park’s famous landmark, the “Bean.” Students also toured the Art Institute, enjoyed classic deep dish pizza, and wrapped up the day with dinner in Chinatown. The trip was a memorable mix of culture, city sights, and shared experiences for the Class of 2026.

Each year, students in the WLHS Residential Program look forward to the annual overnight school “lock-in.”

On a quiet day of winter break, WLHS offered students from Honey Creek Hall dormitory the opportunity to have a campus tour day at the University of Wisconsin-Whitewater.

Students in the WLHS Residential Program attended a professional basketball game in February. Our hometown, playoff-bound Milwaukee Bucks battled against the Miami Heat, with the Bucks coming from behind to earn a hard-fought 120-113 victory. After the game, the WLHS group was ushered onto the court for a special photo opportunity.

International students new to WLHS this school year, along with their American mentors, experienced a snow tubing activity on February 5.

International students rang in the 2025 New Year with a celebration of world cultures at the annual Global New Year party. The gathering brought together international students, faculty members, and American student mentors for an evening of cross-cultural exchange and fun. Dinner included a variety of delicious international cuisines from local restaurants and the WLHS catering provider. Students participated in traditional games and crafts, including Five Stones, Wei Qi, Chinese lantern making, Brazilian Carnival masks, and more. A lively trivia game tested participants' knowledge of world customs and traditions, while a photo booth captured memorable moments of lasting friendships. The celebration closed with students and faculty taking the microphone for karaoke, which lasted into the night.

Students at Honey Creek Hall gathered together for their annual Christmas celebration filled with festive activities and holiday cheer. The evening featured gingerbread house decorating and Christmas-themed treats while students participated in a Christmas Bingo game.