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On November 30, WLHS conducted an armed intruder drill. After our daily chapel service, Mr. Ryan Solie ('00), Director of School Safety, instructed students and staff about proper safety measures using the ALICE protocol in preparation for the afternoon drill that same day. ALICE is an acronym for Alert, Lockdown, Inform, Confront, Evacuation and is a department of education approved strategy for dealing with an armed intruder.

Your Wisco School Store is fully stocked for the Christmas season. We have dozens of options for Christmas gifts, including hoodies, crewnecks, short and long-sleeve shirts, sweatpants, and headwear. All items are in stock and can be ready for pickup in two days or less.

Our students' safety and spiritual welfare are our chief concerns; and we are grateful to be your partners in discipling our youth. Have you ever wondered or talked with your children about their social media presence possibly being at odds with Christian values? Snapchat, Instagram and TikTok are the most frequently used apps among WLHS students. Read on for more information that will help you talk with your student and be more aware of their social media activity.

The week of December 11-15, Wisconsin Lutheran students and staff will celebrate Spirit of the Season Week. To bring Christmas cheer to the Wisco family, our Student Council have decorated the halls and planned a number of events and activities. Read on for more details of the Christmas magic we're bringing to our school building next week:

On December 3, Viking Steel played at Holy Hill National Shrine in Hubertus, Wis. for the Christmas at Holy Hill Concert featuring the Hartland Community Band conducted by Mr. Jack Schulze. Community events such as these are an important part of the music program at WLHS. Says Director of Bands Quinten Petersen, "Not only do events like these widen the exposure and the breadth of our fine arts program, but it also gives our performing arts students the opportunity to share their God-given talents and to be witnesses of Christ in their music and attitudes to the community." WLHS is grateful for these opportunities to collaborate with other musicians.

One of the key features of the WLHS International Program is the intentionality in providing students with immersive experiences in the local American culture. During the Thanksgiving holiday when the Honey Creek Hall Dormitory is closed, international students have the opportunity to stay with a local host family arranged by the high school. 

The 2023 WLHS Christmas card is an original submission by a student for official WLHS use during the Christmas season. Fine arts student Chloe Curtis ('24) from Star of Bethlehem Lutheran Church and School created the 2023 design. Of her work she says:

Tuition assistance applications via Blackbaud's Financial Aid Management are available beginning Friday, December 1. Financial Aid Management parent instructions can be found by clicking here. The initial deadline to apply is December 31, 2023. Families will be notified of their tuition assistance grant and/or scholarship award on their enrollment contract beginning March 11, 2024.

The 2024-25 school year calendar was approved by the WLHS Board of Directors. Access the calendar by clicking here.

Did you know that without a will or trust, your estate may not be distributed according to your wishes, or your loved ones could face huge tax burdens? WLHS Foundation provides a service of will and estate planning to our school families, alumni, and friends. Click here for more information about this FREE consulting service with a certified professional to start your process or revise your current will.

Giving Tuesday has become a global movement to share generosity. Wisconsin Lutheran High School saw many generous blessings from the Wisco family this Giving Tuesday 2023. Many donors gave in just one day. Through their generous support we reached our $10,000 match from the Mars Family Foundation. We are happy to share that together we raised $23,526 on Giving Tuesday, which is slightly short of our $25,000 goal. If you haven't given already here, there is still time to help us meet our goal, to make Christian education affordable for all our students. Thanks to everyone for their prayers and gifts this holiday season!

On November 28, WLHS students gathered for the second of four assemblies that address topics relevant to opportunities and/or challenges teens face. This quarter's topic was devoted to the doctrine of vocation which reminds us that every Christian has a calling — lawyer, teacher, student, plumber, researcher, mother, custodian to name just a few. God uses us in our various vocations to bless our neighbors even as God blesses each of us through our neighbor's service.

Academic Update
Ninety-nine and a half percent of WLHS seniors completed the ACT exam as 11th-graders. The average scores for various segments of WLHS students increased for every segment. Students in the top quarter of the class averaged 28.4 (90th percentile) on the ACT, while the top half of the class scored an average of 25.3 (82nd percentile). The top three-quarters of the class averaged 23.1 (74th percentile) on the exam. Achieving a 22 on the ACT means a student scored in the top third of all students nationwide. Click here to see an internal profile of the 2022-23 WLHS highlights.

The countdown is on for Giving Tuesday on November 28. We can't wait to have you join us for this national day of giving back. Be sure to follow WLHS on social media #givingstuesday2023. Watch for E-mails and videos, and share Wisco Giving Tuesday with your family and friends.

Click here to catch the latest news about Wisco's Thanksgiving picks and favorite foods, read the student spotlight on cross country runner Eva Kuehn ('24), enjoy a picture recap of our one act performances and 2023 Veterans Day, find out what it takes to coach young Christian men from Coaches Campus Pastor Phil Huebner ('99) and Mr. Joel Radue, and much more in this exciting edition of the Pilot.

Each year, the 7th grade classrooms of our conference Lutheran elementary schools are invited to come and tour WLHS to give these students an inside look at the day-to-day happenings at their high school. Last week we had over 500 7th graders from twenty-four schools visit and participate in our daily worship service, tour the building, and observe various classrooms. We look forward to seeing our next group of 7th graders in 2024!

Mr. Sitz was inducted into the Wisconsin Athletic Directors Association (WADA) 2023 Hall of Fame. He retired from WLHS in June 2022 after 41 years of teaching, coaching, and serving as our Athletic Director. The WADA Board of Directors established the Hall of Fame in 2013 to honor retired interscholastic athletic directors for their exemplary careers in athletic administration at the local, state, and national levels. This honor is one of the highest awards a Wisconsin athletic director may receive from WADA.

The administrators, teachers, and staff at Wisconsin Lutheran High School extend their sincere wishes for a blessed and happy Thanksgiving celebration. "Give thanks to the Lord, for he is good; his love endures forever" (Psalm 107:1).

November 13-17, Wisco celebrated International Education Week with exciting activities celebrating cultures from around the world:

• Art club created an international-themed bulletin board.
• There were new international trivia questions each day in the morning announcements offering students a chance to win a prize.

On November 17, students ate their way through the halls of Wisco feasting on tasty treats made by our staff. More than 25 menu items were offered including cheesy potatoes, Moldy's meatballs, breakfast tacos, churros, root beer floats, snow cones, Tom Kha Gai soup, chicken and sausage gumbo, and so much more. $4,711.39 was raised to support this year's mission projects for a new WELS mission start-up in the Philippines and the WELS Military Services which provides spiritual care to WELS members and others who serve in the United States Armed forces, including those in the National Guard and the Reserves.

The following is an update on the calls that were received and extended at WLHS:

• Mr. Christopher Barsch accepted the call to serve the WLHS Conference as a curriculum coordinator.
• Pastor Heath Butler returned his call to serve as an associate pastor to Bethany Lutheran Church, Fort Atkinson, Wis.

WLHS wrapped up the fall season with a notable number of Woodland All-Conference selections as well as WIAA honors. Congratulations to our student athletes on their accomplishments. Pictured are the Wisco All-Conference athletes in each category.

Clara (Class of 2024) from South Korea recently shared insights from her high school journey:

On Friday, December 1, both the scholarship application and tuition assistance links open for the 2024-25 school year. Tuition assistance instructions with links can be found here. The scholarship application link is available through your onCampus account. Scholarships are available for current and incoming American tuition-paying students.

There will be no school Wednesday through Friday, November 22-24. Offices will close at 1:00 p.m. on Wednesday, November 22, and remain closed through Friday. Classes resume on Monday, November 27, at 7:45 a.m. Enjoy Thanksgiving break!

Veterans Day has a special place in the hearts of the Wisconsin Lutheran High School family. On November 10, student council members served breakfast for service men and women followed by a chapel service and program dedicated to honoring veterans. WLHS was grateful to have Air Force Colonel Ann Knabe, Ph.D speak about and recognize formally the veterans that live among us, work beside us, and give so much for us. Pastor Ben Sadler from Victory of the Lamb Lutheran Church in Franklin, led our worship for the service. Watch a recording of the service here.

Last week WLHS hosted its third Viking-2-Viking program with an emphasis on careers in the military. Viking-2-Viking brings together young alumni professionals with juniors and seniors to talk about life after graduation, career paths, and how to be productive, Christ-centered professionals.  Wisco was proud to welcome back the following alumni:

Everyone is invited to the WLHS International Fair on Monday, November 20, from 4:00-6:30 p.m. in the atrium and upper lobby at Wisconsin Lutheran High School. Various countries and cultural groups will be represented with display boards, music and pictures. Ethnic food and drink will be available. Admittance is $3, with children 4-and-under free. All money raised will go to support WLHS mission trips.

The casts and crews of One Stoplight Town and An Experiment, directed by Ms. Abby Bloomquist ('18), ended a successful run of performances this past week. Special lighting, staging, and outstanding acting brought the shows together. Thanks to parents, students, our conference grade schools, and everyone who came out to support the show!

Wisco is grateful to announce All-In Milwaukee (AIM) as a new partner. AIM supports young Milwaukee high school seniors with three aims in mind: Complete college. Build careers. Transform Milwaukee. In particular, AIM supports high potential students of color who come from limited family incomes, and are first-generation college students. With AIM’s financial aid, and college and career advising, 80% of their students are projected to graduate from college debt-free in four or five years and receive support after college when they take up work places in Milwaukee.

The December Winter Concert Series at Wisconsin Lutheran High School is a wonderful way to prepare for and celebrate the Christmas season. Everyone is invited to these free upcoming concerts:

• Sunday, December 10, at 3:00 p.m. – WLHS Winter Band Concert
• Thursday, December 14, at 7:00 p.m. – Winter Chamber Ensembles Concert
• Sunday, December 17, at 3:00 p.m. – Sacred Choral Christmas Concert

All performances in the Winter Concert Series will be livestreamed at the link here.

WLHS is hosting its second annual month of thanks this November. Wisco Witnesses in the World (WWW) organized a month filled with fun opportunities to show thanks to God and love for our neighbors in the following ways:

• November 1-17 food drive for Garden Homes Lutheran Church food pantry 
• Friday, November 10, at 8:30 a.m. we honor and thank our veterans and God at our annual Veterans Day service

International Education Week is November 13-17 and celebrates the benefits of international education and exchange worldwide. WLHS is recognizing this week in several ways! A world language table will be present in the upper lobby for students to share their native language with the student body. Throughout the week, our chapel lectors and singers will be from various countries with readings and songs in their native language as well as English. On Monday, November 20, Wisco will host an International Fair from 4:00-6:30 p.m. in the atrium and upper lobby for anyone to attend. Various countries and cultural groups will be represented with display boards, music, pictures, and ethnic food.

After chapel on November 3, Campus Pastor Phil Huebner announced the international mission trip destinations in 2024. WLHS students will have the opportunity to travel to Antigua, Brazil, Grenada, Philippines, Thailand, and Canada. Students will share the gospel through VBS programs, swim camps, teaching English, science camps, music camps, and more.

Meet the cast of the WLHS production One Stoplight Town the first of two one-act shows that will be performed at this year's fall theatre production on November 10, 11 and 12. Tickets are on sale here for a discounted price found only online. The story follows the citizens of a small town, which at first glance seems so sleepy and quiet that it is almost instantly forgettable. However, if someone were to stop at the only stoplight in the town and look around, they would notice that there is much more to it than just a grocery store and a diner.

WLHS band students had the opportunity to hear University of Wisconsin – Madison percussion group perform at Wisco. The group performed music inspired by cultures around the world. One fun number was inspired by Brazilian folklore and another by the rhythms and gears of the Atmos clock from Switzerland. Thank you to the percussion ensembles of the UW–Madison Mead Witter School of Music for sharing their amazing talents with our students.

When weather or other unexpected events call for school closings, WLHS will make every effort to communicate information by 6:00 a.m. in the following ways: through text message, Wisco app push notifications, E-mail, robocall, our website, and television reports on Channels 4, 6, or 12. WLHS will determine closing status independent of MPS.

The Wisconsin Singers perform their 56th season production on the UW-Madison campus. Join them on Friday, November 17 at 7:30 p.m. at the Wisconsin Union Theater (800 Langdon Street, Madison). Features of this high energy premiere will include an opening act by The Wisco Kids Show Choir from Wisconsin Lutheran High School, Master of Ceremonies Elizabeth Wadas, a Bucky Badger appearance, and much more! Click here to purchase tickets.

BrightArrow, our Mass Communication Alert System, allows us to share urgent school-related information with our families via E-mail, text, and phone. Wednesday, November 8, a test message was sent out using the BrightArrow texting option. In order to receive text message alerts, you must "opt in," if you have not done so already. The text message is from 87569. Reply “YES” to this text message if you wish to receive alerts via text.

During an October weekend, our dorm students went on an autumn adventure to a local apple orchard. They filled baskets with fresh apples and enjoyed the perfect weather and countryside atmosphere. Back on campus, our Food Techniques teacher, Mrs. Angela Livingston ('05), taught the students how to transform the produce into delicious mini apple pies. It was a relaxing and enjoyable way to experience Wisconsin autumn and bond as a dorm community.

On a recent weekend, the Residential Program held an all-afternoon Sports Day. Organized by the student team Residential Activities Committee, four teams met in the WLHS Gymnasium and competed in a variety of team competitions. After choosing team names and cheers, they competed in different events including relay races, dodgeball, tug-of-war, and capture the flag. The whole dormitory participated and enjoyed a great afternoon of cooperation, exercise, and fun!

Click here to read the first issue of Pilot, Wisco's school newspaper, for the 2023-24 school year. Read about cross country, the WLHS Step Team, what APUSH is all about, try your luck with the maze, check out homecoming highlights, and so much more.

2023 WELS National Choral Fest will be held at Wisconsin Lutheran College the weekend of November 3-5, under the theme "Arise, Your Light Has Come." WLHS has two choirs, Wisco Kids and Inspiration, participating. Everyone is invited to a Pops Concert at 7:00 p.m. (click here for livestream) on Friday, November 3, and then on Sunday, November 5, to a Sacred Service at 2:00 p.m. (click here for livestream). Both events will be held in the Recreation Complex at WLC (8725 W. Wisconsin Ave., Milwaukee) and are free general admission seating, no tickets required. Visit welsfinearts.org/choralfest for more information.

Families are encouraged to read through the WLHS Career Pathways Catalog here, a valuable resource for families and students. Upon enrollment, each student is assigned a school counselor who will guide them through an academic and career plan process that has benchmarks at each grade level. The goal: every student will have a post high school plan that aligns with their gifts, interests, and the Christian’s call to be a productive member of society. Please reach out to your student’s school counselor if you have any questions.

Families are encouraged to read through the WLHS Career Pathways Catalog here, a valuable resource for families and students. Upon enrollment, each student is assigned a school counselor who will guide them through an academic and career plan process that has benchmarks at each grade level. The goal: every student will have a post high school plan that aligns with their gifts, interests, and the Christian’s call to be a productive member of society. Please reach out to your student’s school counselor if you have any questions.

Sunday, November 5, marks the end of Daylight Savings. Remember to set your clocks back one hour Saturday night. Enjoy the extra time!

Students in fashion club spent an afternoon creating no-sew blankets. The blankets will be donated to Kids Matter, Inc an organization that assists children in the foster care program. The idea for this project came from fashion club president Hilary Ramirez ('24), who has a special connection to this mission. "I'm an adopted child. I suggested this organization because I feel close to it," she says. Hilary is working with Kids Matter coordinator Jim Hahm who will make sure the blankets are distributed to families for whom this project is intended. A warm, cozy end for this project.

Congratulations to our Math Track teams who took home top place finishes in the first meet of the school year! JV1 took home second place and Varsity 1 took home fourth place out of 20 teams! Congratulations also to Frank Quan-Pham ('24) who had a perfect score, and Bill Nguyen ('24) who took third place individually for varsity. For JV, individually Namo Prathanvanich ('26) placed third and Iris Chen ('27) placed fifth.

An Experiment by Brent Holland is the second of two one-act shows that will be performed at this year's fall theatre production on November 10, 11 and 12. Tickets are on sale here for a discounted price found only online. In this fantasy world five confused participants wake up with no memory of their past lives . . . with only one word, a personality descriptor (such as compassionate, courageous, or orderly) written in type on their shirts. Come to see where this experiment leads!

The winter pop-up store for official WLHS Viking apparel is now open! Click here to shop online. The winter pop-up store will be open through Friday, November 10, to ensure that items are delivered in time for Christmas. Shipping is offered throughout the United States. However, if you are able to pick up your purchase at Wisconsin Lutheran High School, for FREE shipping, type in the WLHS address (330 N Glenview Ave., Milwaukee, WI 53213) as your shipping location.
 
Items rotate as these pop-up stores are offered. Take a look, and see what's new.

Click here to see a list of the first quarter honor roll students who earned a 3.4 or higher GPA during the last quarter. Congratulate them on their diligence and hard work.

In honor of Veterans Day (which will be observed at WLHS on Friday, November 10), recruiters from each of the branches of the military will be available during lunch periods outside of the cafeteria. Students can ask questions, say hello and thank them for their services. The schedule goes as follows:

• U.S. Army National Guard: Monday, November 6
• U.S. Navy: Tuesday, November 7
• U.S. Air Force: Thursday, November 9

WLHS ProStart student chefs entered into a Build-a-Brat Competition for the month of September, competing against other ProStart schools across Wisconsin. Students were tasked with creating and making a unique brat with a homemade topping. The top three brats were selected by professionals in the food industry. Congratulations to Danielle Allen ('24) who was chosen as one of the top three brats in Wisconsin with her "Bratriyaki," a combination of brat and teriyaki (pictured first)! Congratulations to all our hard working ProStart chefs.

Rev. Dr. Michael Berg, an associate professor of theology at Wisconsin Lutheran College, has assisted us by teaching an apologetics course to seniors since 2020. Dr. Berg has written a new book called The Baptismal Life, published by Northwestern Publishing House. In this book, Dr. Berg reflects on the power of water in Scripture, the impact of baptism, and how this precious sacrament connects believers to Christ. He has also authored Vocation: the Setting for Human Flourishing and On Any Given Sunday. He is co-host of the podcast Let the Bird Fly!

Congratulations to our girls cross country team for winning the Woodland Conference Championship and taking first at the WIAA Sectional Championship punching their ticket to state! The WIAA State Championship is Saturday, October 28 at The Ridges Golf Course in Wisconsin Rapids. 

The boys cross country team finished in 4th place at the WIAA Sectional Meet ending their season as a team. Stephen Miller ('24) battled his way through the final mile and qualified for the WIAA State Individual Championship on October 28 at The Ridges Golf Course.

Students who are currently enrolled in an AP course can register now to take the AP exam in May. The cost is $97 per exam and is due to Mr. Biesterfeld, in the Students Services Office, by Wednesday, November 15. If you are eligible for the free and reduced lunch program, you will qualify for a discounted test price of $62 for each exam. Please note that your payment for the exam must be submitted for your registration to be complete.

Seniors attended an informational meeting with Jostens regarding the ordering of their graduation caps, gowns, and other items on October 12. They received a packet with ordering information. The deadline to place an order is Friday, October 27. All seniors must complete an order for their cap and gown. Click here for a direct link to the free cap and gown unit. This includes a tassel. No other items are required for graduation. For additional graduation items such as announcements, hoodies, decorative tassels, and more, click here.

Two levels of our physical education classes are engaged in Eclipse Ball, a relatively new sport invented in America that combines elements of volleyball, badminton, and tennis. A lightweight eclipse ball is the subject of intense volleys with rackets, but the rules allow for second chances so that students of all abilities can participate successfully while building skills and learning teamwork.

On October 12, a group of 40 students traveled to Waukesha Expo Center for the opportunity to experience a variety of trade careers. Students participated in hands-on activities to see what different demands trade jobs required. For many students, this is a great experience to be exposed to new jobs that they don't even know exist!

On Sunday, October 22, at 3:00 p.m, the WLHS Fine Arts Department will present their Fall Fine Arts Showcase Concert featuring the concert band, freshman and a cappella choirs, Jubilation handbells, Inspiration, and Wisco Kids. Join us as our student musicians use their talents to celebrate God's special gift of music!

In celebration of Hispanic Heritage Culture Month (Sept 15-Oct 15), the student body participated in the first annual Hispanic Heritage morning assembly program. Sr. Pascual Rodriguez, former Los Angeles Angels prospect and current Executive Principal at La Casa De Esperanza Charter School in Waukesha, spoke on the topic "Why Not Me?" He emphasized that circumstances do not dictate your future, rather your choices do.

Voting is open for group one of the Midwest Sport & Turf Systems Home Field Pride campaign, which allows fans to vote for the best football field design and construction provided and installed by MWSTS. The winning school receives $1,000 for their school's athletic program. You can vote in the poll here, up to once per day per device. Voting closes Thursday, October 19, at 2:00 p.m. (CST).

There will be no school next week Thursday, October 26, and Friday, October 27. WLHS is hosting the Wisconsin Lutheran State Teachers Conference those days. School office hours will be 8:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.

WLHS was excited to host the grandparents of our senior students on October 5. Grandparents had a chance to tour our building, hear a presentation about our ministry at WLHS, and have lunch with their senior. Registered grandparents of our freshmen, sophomores, and juniors received a card. We look forward to continuing this tradition in the years to come!

On October 5, Ty-Amaru (Amaru) Mazibuko (’24) carried the flag of South Africa in our annual blessing of the flag ceremony during chapel. Amaru is the first student from South Africa to attend Wisco. WLHS Conference President Rev. Dr. Ken Fisher blessed the flag.

For the past three years Mr. Marc Shambeau has been diligently working to complete nine graduate level math courses from James Madison University. He is completing his final two courses this semester and will earn a masters degree in mathematics to complement his masters of arts already earned through Wisconsin Lutheran College (WLC). Mr Shambeau has been taking these courses not only to gain a deeper understanding of the mathematics he is teaching, but also to qualify himself to teach dual credit (high school and college) math courses.

At present we will continue to run two exam days at the end of each semester. The first semester exam dates are December 21 & 22. The exam day schedule will run from 7:45 a.m. to 12:25 p.m. The first day, Periods 1-4 will meet for one hour each, and on the second day Periods 5-8 will meet for one hour each.

As we look ahead, please note the following expectations that are in place:

Are you interested in donating blood? Sign up to donate to the Wisco Blood Drive here on Wednesday, October 18, or here on Thursday, October 19, held in the atrium at WLHS from 8:30 a.m. - 1:30 p.m. Sign-ups are open until the day of the drive. Please consider donating to save up to three lives with just one donation this fall!

The annual October activity for new international students and their American student mentors was pumpkin painting. Teams competed for the best decorated pumpkin, played games, watched a scary film, and enjoyed traditional American fall foods like apple pie, pumpkin pie, and cider.

Monday, October 16, is the end of the first quarter. Parents, please remind your student(s) to check their onCampus account (login here) and be sure that all assignments are entered. Progress reports for first quarter will be available Friday, October 20. Parent teacher conferences are Thursday, November 2, by appointment only. Sign-up information will be in next week's E-news.

Counselors from Christian Family Solutions (CFS) once again taught a unit on resiliency skills to our juniors in their theology classes. Resilience is the ability to adapt successfully to challenging experiences by applying specific mental and emotional strategies. Taught from a Christian perspective, those strategies include prayer, the application of God’s Word, and finding support from fellow Christians. The resiliency skills unit is another part of our continued partnership with CFS.

Wisconsin Lutheran High School will hold its annual Veterans Day observance on Friday, November 10, 2023. Service men and women are invited to a complimentary plated breakfast that will be served in the WLHS cafeteria at 7:30 a.m. Online registrations for the breakfast can be made here and are needed by Monday, November 6. For questions, contact Becky Glass at becky.glass@wlhs.org or 414-453-4567 ext. 2291.

On Sunday, October 15, from 5:00-7:00 p.m, the Wisconsin Lutheran High School Choir Associates will host an Oktoberfest-themed event in the WLHS cafeteria called "Brats 'N Bops." The evening will feature performances by the Wisco Kids Show Choir and Inspiration Christian Contemporary/Vocal Jazz Choir. Tickets will be available at the door (cash only) for items such as brats, hot dogs, soft pretzels, root beer, and sweet treats. Cost is $10 for adults and $7 for children. All proceeds will benefit the WLHS Choral Department.

Students in German 3 class presented their projects about their favorite place at home in the form of a gallery walk (Kunstgalerie). Naturally, snacks and beverages (Kinderwein — a traditional non-alcoholic punch) one would have at an art gallery opening were a must.

WLHS continues to provide morning assemblies this school year about topics that are pertinent to the challenges and opportunities our teens encounter. October 3 was our first assembly, titled Let Your Light Shine: Being Witnesses in the World. Two student speakers, Natalie Schachtschneider ('24) and Janae Lampkin ('24), spoke briefly about their witnessing opportunities. Our main presenters were Mr. Aaron Wakeman (pictured left) and Mr. Jake Wasserman (pictured right) from the Friends Network, an organization dedicated to sharing the Gospel by building eternal friendships in cities and communities around the world.

Wisconsin Lutheran High School is blessed with many talented musicians and vocalists. Throughout the school year, WLHS choirs and small ensembles participate in our area churches' worship services. Click here for a full schedule for the 2023-24 school year.

The Student Success Center (SSC) serves all students as a staffed venue where students can make up tests, receive academic support and other help. Typically, students attend the SSC during their free periods or they may be assigned there based on academic performance. Beginning this week, the SSC will be open until 4:00 p.m. on Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Fridays. Students must arrive at the SSC located in the library by 3:10 p.m. The SSC will also be open before school on Wednesdays beginning at 7:45 a.m.

The WLHS Young Alumni Leaders Council (YALC) regularly sponsors Viking-2-Viking events with our current students. Alumni return to tell juniors and seniors about their careers, answer questions and give encouragement. On October 3, content writing was the field of interest. Our students heard from Emily (Rasmussen) Krause (’06), a family travel content creator, and Tom Meitner (’03), a freelance copywriter and writing coach. Viking-2-Viking presentations are also supported by our Student Services Department as part of their college and career counseling.

On September 29, a representative from Jostens gave a short presentation to the sophomores about class rings and jewelry. Any student can order a ring. Information and ring sizers are available at the receptionist's window. Click here for more information on products and orders. The order deadline to receive a special promotion gift is Monday, October 9. If you have any questions or need assistance with your order, contact Taylor Crandall, our Jostens rep, at taylor.crandall@jostens.com.

Students in AP Biology with teacher Mr. Tim McEachern used bananas and microscopes to learn about how starches are made and why they are converted into simpler sugars. Students performed chemical tests to determine the sweetness of different bananas. The dark ovals in the microscope (pictured) are starches.

On September 21, in 1903, Lutheran secondary education in Milwaukee began when 18 girls entered a gas-lit classroom supplied by Immanuel Lutheran Elementary School. Pictured are Principal Phil Leyrer and Rev. Dr. Ken Fisher at N. 13th and W. Reservoir with the memorial stone marking where the Lutheran High School was located from 1904-1959 when WLHS moved to our current location. The rented classroom that was used for the first year was once just around the corner.

WLHS is pleased to announce that Aubrey Bauer ('24) has been named a Commended Student in the 2024 National Merit Scholarship Program. About 34,000 Commended Students throughout the nation are being recognized for their exceptional academic promise. Although Aubrey will not continue in the 2024 competition for National Merit Scholarship awards, Commended Students placed among the top 50,000 students of 1.5 million who entered the 2024 competition by taking the 2022 Preliminary SAT/National Merit Scholarship Qualifying Test (PSAT/NMSQT).

Picture retake day is Tuesday, October 10, from 7:15 a.m.-noon in the library. If you did not have your picture taken on the original picture day, you must have yours taken on October 10. This is not your school ID photo, but rather your picture that is used for our school yearbook. If you ordered pictures and desire a retake, please communicate with our photographer at infocusphotography7@gmail.com. There will be a $10 processing fee to cover printing costs. Return your printed photograph package with cash or check to the photographer on October 10.

This year's Grecian-themed Homecoming was a spirited week at Wisconsin Lutheran. Students and faculty participated in dress-up days with seniors winning for highest percentage of participation. Senior Logan Rindfleisch took home the title of Mr. Wisco. The senior girls triumphed over the junior girls in an exciting double over time powderpuff football game. Senior Jazzmine Smith was crowned homecoming queen at the pep rally. The varsity football team brought home a win at Friday night's homecoming game against Greendale. More than 700 students came out to the homecoming dance on Saturday and had a great time! Thank you to all of our faculty, parent, and student volunteers who helped to put on these events

On September 21, Wisco held the first of four Viking Christian Leaders Academy (VCLA) discussions in an extended homeroom. The VCLA mission is to support the WLHS culture by strengthening its student leaders and helping them take the next step with their leadership skills.

The first topic was unity. VCLA members led a devotion and discussion in their homerooms on unity, a Christian characteristic of our campus. Students studied relevant Bible stories and verses and discussed what it looks like to be unified as well as how they can use their gifts at home, in public, in school, and in their faith in Jesus to become more unified.

Show Me Milwaukee is a locally made television show broadcast to a nation-wide audience. Season 1 was the number 1 rated show on the free Very Local app which can be watched on your phone, Roku, or Amazon Fire, and is now launching Season 2 on September 28.

During filming the crew reached out to Wisco film class students to come along as production assistants to learn more about television production. Wisco students involved this year were Frederick Biebert ('27), Sydney Biebert ('25), Megan Dvorachek ('25), and Elza Hofer ('25). Some of the their duties included:

At the pep rally this Friday, September 22, one of these three senior girls will be crowned as the 2023 Homecoming Queen. Pictured (left to right): Natalie Schachtschneider, Emilia Bervera, and Jazzmine Smith. They will be escorted by Jack Bloomquist, Eddie Rynders, and Grayson Young, respectively.

Mr. Joe Janke’s American Literature classes recently participated in an educational activity inspired by the methods of the ancient Greek philosopher, Socrates. In their Socratic Circles they used high level questioning and answering skills to discuss and analyze their assigned reading. These interactive learning experiences encourage students to practice critical thinking as well as require them to share real-life applications that can be learned from the literature they read. When walking past his classroom during this activity one can hear that classic literature can still come to life and be relevant in the hands of our modern students!

Join us for the 2023 Homecoming pep rally in Wisco's main gymnasium this Friday at 2:15 p.m. The school day will follow the pep rally schedule found here. Classes end at 2:14 p.m. to allow for an all-school pep rally which concludes at 3:00 p.m. Again, parents are welcome to join us, but be ready for some noise!

Click on activities or dance for more information regarding 2023 Homecoming events.

AP Psychology, with teacher Mrs. Sarah Bauer, spent some time outdoors analyzing . . . neurons?? While learning about biological psychology, to help lock in the understanding of neurotransmission, students drew larger than life chalk neurons. With no parameters, other than to create a neuron, students really let the creativity and fun colors come through!

There's a lot more than just books in the library! New this year, the library has added a Lego wall, new seats, and a maker's space. Last week the library hosted their first maker's space activity. Students could sign up during their free period or after school to create and design a take-home project using perler beads.

There will be no school on Monday, September 25. Teachers will be meeting for professional development beginning at 9:00 a.m.

Student Services has updated their web page on the Wisconsin Lutheran High School web site with resources and information about college and career planning, curriculum, mental health, and more. You can also find a link to the 2023-24 WLHS School Profile which has been updated and uploaded for colleges to view on your Naviance account. Visit wlhs.org/studentservices to read more.

Student Services has updated their web page on the Wisconsin Lutheran High School web site with resources and information about college and career planning, curriculum, mental health, and more. You can also find a link to the 2023-24 WLHS School Profile which has been updated and uploaded for colleges to view on your Naviance account. Visit wlhs.org/studentservices to read more.

The first Viking-2-Viking event for the 2023-24 school year focused on careers in law. Viking-2-Viking brings together young alumni professionals with juniors and seniors to talk about life after graduation, career paths, and how to be productive, Christ-centered professionals. WLHS was excited to welcome back the following alumni:

Mr. Kyle Buch and Mrs. Jenny Trissel are our new commons supervisors. Mr. Buch graduated from WLC in 2021 with a Bachelor of Science in anthropology. He is married to Alyssa and they are members at St. Marcus Lutheran Church.

Mrs. Trissel is a hairstylist and has been self-employed for the past six years. She is married to Sam ('03) and they are proud parents of Olivia ('26), Madeline (13), and Eloise (11). The Trissel family worships at Living Hope Lutheran Church.

Ms. McKenna Dietze ('19), Mr. Sam Engel, Ms. Berkley Harle, Mr. Michael Sell, and Mr. Andrew Stoner joined our staff this year as dorm supervisors to our international and domestic students in Honey Creek Hall. We give them a  warm Wisco welcome and sincere appreciation for their service to our students.

Do you have yard work or fall cleaning that needs to get done such as raking, hedge trimming, or window washing? Consider a few hours of help from hard-working members of the WLHS Student Council. A free will offering is gladly accepted, and all money raised will support the 2023-24 WLHS mission projects:  a new WELS mission start-up in the Philippines and the WELS Military Services which provides spiritual care to WELS members and others who serve in the United States Armed forces, including those in the National Guard and the Reserves. Work days will be held on any Saturday or Sunday starting September 30 through October 22. To request a team, please email workdays@wlhs.org and include your name, address, phone number, the work you need accomplished, and the day(s) this work could be completed.

The theme for this year's Homecoming Dance is A Night in Greece. The dance will take place in the Wisconsin Lutheran High School gymnasium on Saturday, September 23, from 7:00-10:30 p.m. Tickets go on sale the week of homecoming and can be purchased in the school store with cash or card for $12 per person.

Join us next week for our fun activities in celebration of Homecoming.

Monday, September 18
Mr. Wisco
7:00 p.m.
WLHS Auditorium
Tickets are $2 for regular seating or $5 for VIP seats and can be purchased at the door

Join in the fun and get creative with the following dress-up days during Homecoming week:

Monday, September 18
Jetlag Day 
wear your favorite pajamas

Senior students had the opportunity to grab a beverage from the Better Together Café coffee truck during lunch periods hosted by the WLHS Alumni Team. They were able to choose from select coffees, chai teas, and refreshers. Thank you to the Plautz Fund for sponsoring this fun event and Better Together Café for providing the delicious drinks!

All students and parents are invited to WLHS Post High School Planning Night on Wednesday September 27, from 6:00-8:00 p.m. A college fair for all students will be held in the auxiliary gym from 6:00-8:00 p.m. A wide range of representatives from colleges and universities including trade & tech, two- and four-year education, military, and fire and police training academies will be in attendance. Click here for a complete list of collage fair attendees. An HBCU (historically black college or university) presentation will take place at 6:00 p.m. in the auditorium. Additionally, juniors and parents can join counselors in the atrium for the College Planning Meeting at 6:30 p.m., and seniors and parents can attend a presentation in the auditorium regarding financial aid and FAFSA (free application for federal student aid) at 7:00 p.m. The financial aid presentation will also be livestreamed here.

All students and parents are invited to WLHS Post High School Planning Night on Wednesday September 27, from 6:00-8:00 p.m. A college fair for all students will be held in the auxiliary gym from 6:00-8:00 p.m. A wide range of representatives from colleges and universities including trade & tech, two- and four-year education, military, and fire and police training academies will be in attendance. Click here for a complete list of collage fair attendees. An HBCU (historically black college or university) presentation will take place at 6:00 p.m. in the auditorium. Additionally, juniors and parents can join counselors in the atrium for the College Planning Meeting at 6:30 p.m., and seniors and parents can attend a presentation in the auditorium regarding financial aid and FAFSA (free application for federal student aid) at 7:00 p.m. The financial aid presentation will also be livestreamed here.

Congratulations to Kirstin Neuwirth ('24) and Gia An (Frank) Quan-Pham ('24) recently named semifinalists in the 2024 National Merit Scholarship Program. As juniors, Kirstin and Frank took the PSAT/NMSQT and wrote a qualifying score. Less than one percent of U.S. high school seniors achieve semifinalist status.

As part of our PK-12 partnership, WLHS sponsors an annual tailgate party before a varsity football game. Last week, more than 400 people attend the 2023 football tailgate social from our conference Lutheran grade schools. Additionally, Jr. Vikings football players were recognized at the game. Wisco students provided face painting and the ProStart classes helped with food preparation. Grade school students had the opportunity to punt, pass, and kick on the field before the game. We look forward to hosting this event next year — stay tuned!

Mr. C.L. Whiteside ('07), a WLHS assistant principal, sports coach, and teacher, is also a speaker for Time of Grace Ministries, host of the Non-Microwaved Truth Podcast, and author of the book #ChampTalk. Recently, Mr. Whiteside was asked to do a verse of the day (VOTD) teaching clip video for the Bible App through Time of Grace. During this clip, Mr. Whiteside focuses on 1 John 4:19. Click here to listen and see how we can model God's perfect love.

Last spring our Board of Directors approved the hiring of a controller to support our business office. This summer Mr. Josh Gumm accepted our offer, and we are grateful to welcome him. Previously, he served as controller at Salute Mission Critical (2018-2023), and in various other roles in accounting and finance at NABCO Entrances, Northwestern Mutual, Ritz Holman, and Villani, Becker & Larsen (2011-2018). Mr. Gumm earned his CPA in 2012, an MBA from Upper Iowa University in 2010, an associate’s degree in accounting from MATC in 2008 and a bachelor’s in pastoral studies from MLC in 2003. He is married to Beth and they have two daughters, Kathryn (13) and Claire (11).  The Gumm family worships at St. John’s Lutheran Church, in Oak Creek where Mr. Gumm has served as treasurer or elder at various times since 2008. His hobbies include golf, hiking, and playing guitar.

Mrs. Elizabeth Koester is the newest member of our Student Success Center staff. In 2002 she was graduated from Martin Luther College with a Bachelor of Science degree in both elementary and secondary education. Later, she also earned a Master’s Degree in special education from MLC. She is married to Rev. John Koester, pastor at Trinity Lutheran Church, Waukesha, where they worship. They have three children, Amelia ('25), Jack (15), and Aaron (6). Mrs. Koester enjoys playing volleyball, cross stitching, being active outside, and loves water sports.

Students in the WLHS Residential Program participated in the annual Labor Day weekend camp experience.

UPDATE: Men's business attire is fulfilled! At this time, we are no longer taking men's clothing donations. Thanks for the blessing of donations!

Students in Future Business Leaders of America (FBLA) are required to wear a dress code when attending functions. Now in its second year, the FBLA Wisconsin Lutheran High School chapter is looking for donations of gently used business attire, specifically suit coats and blouses for both males and females. Click here for a list of acceptable FBLA business clothing. Donations can be dropped off to the reception window at Wisconsin Lutheran High School. Address questions to Mrs. Shakirah Cousins at shakirah.cousins@wlhs.org.

Biology students, with teacher Mr. Jason Nickels, spent time with United States Geological Survey scientists as they did water quality assessments on Honey Creek, the creek channel directly behind the high school. Students observed macroinvertebrate sampling and fish shocking techniques. The assessments are being done in preparation for a major creek revitalization project starting this fall funded by the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers and Milwaukee Metropolitan Sewerage District. After the project is done, Wisco biology students will take part in monitoring the return of native species to the creek.

The attendance office now has its own phone number that goes directly to their office. The phone number is 414-626-4567. If your student is absent or needs to be excused early, please use that phone number or E-mail attendance@wlhs.org.

The former Extended Learning Center expanded its scope for the 2023-24 school year and now is in a new location and has launched a new name. The Student Success Center (SSC) can be found in the library in what was the former Stewards Lab. The SSC opens its doors to all students and operates as a part of Student Services. The SSC is designed to serve and support ALL students at WLHS. It will serve as the testing center for students with excused absences that need to take make-up assessments. In addition, the center is also available to help specific students who may have individual learning needs. The Student Success Center is staffed by two special education teachers, Mr. Randall Strutz and Mrs. Liz Koester, and two additional support staff, Mr. Kenton Fabian and Mrs. Stephanie Lamas.

The former Extended Learning Center expanded its scope for the 2023-24 school year and now is in a new location and has launched a new name. The Student Success Center (SSC) can be found in the library in what was the former Stewards Lab. The SSC opens its doors to all students and operates as a part of Student Services. The SSC is designed to serve and support ALL students at WLHS. It will serve as the testing center for students with excused absences that need to take make-up assessments. In addition, the center is also available to help specific students who may have individual learning needs. The Student Success Center is staffed by two special education teachers, Mr. Randall Strutz and Mrs. Liz Koester, and two additional support staff, Mr. Kenton Fabian and Mrs. Stephanie Lamas.

Mr. Bauer is quite familiar with the Wisco family. He served on the Board of Directors from 2016-2022, is husband to Mrs. Sarah Bauer, WLHS social studies instructor, and father of Allison ('23), Aubrey ('24), Alexis ('26), and Catherine ('29). Mr. Bauer comes to Wisco to teach geometry and exploratory wood/metal classes. Previously he taught at Garden Homes for 18 years. Mr. Bauer earned a master’s degree from Wisconsin Lutheran College in 2013 and a bachelor degree from Martin Luther College in 2001. He enjoys hunting, fishing, spending time outdoors and even considers roofing as one of his hobbies! The Bauers are members at Pilgrim Lutheran in Menomonee Falls.

Mrs. Bitter also has a previous connection to WLHS, having student-taught here prior to her 2021 graduation from Martin Luther College where she earned a bachelor degree in Life Science Education. After graduation, Mrs. Bitter served as a tutor at Luther Preparatory School in Watertown, Wis. Most recently, she and her husband, seminarian Benjamin Bitter (’15), spent his vicar year in New York City. We are grateful to welcome Mrs. Bitter back as one of our biology teachers for the 2023-24 school year. The Bitters are members at St. Peter on Milwaukee’s south side. She enjoys sharing her love of science with her students and spends a lot of time in her classroom preparing in the company of her bearded dragon, but she also enjoys hiking, running, and reading in her free time.

All teens are welcome to come to a night of FREE fun, food, faith, and fellowship hosted by Wisco Witnesses in the World (WWW) at Grace Lutheran Church in downtown Milwaukee (1209 N Broadway) on Saturday, September 16, from 5:00-8:00 p.m. The evening will include fun activities and free pizza, a brief song and devotion service in the church, and then small group discussion-led Bible study meant just for teens. Use this opportunity to invite a friend who doesn’t go to church! Please RSVP here to the free event by Friday, September 8. Or scan the QR code on the posters at WLHS. For questions, contact Pastor Huebner at phil.huebner@wlhs.org.

As part of our peer collaboration time on Wednesdays, faculty meet as a whole group on the first Wednesday of each month for spiritual growth. This year we will participate in an overview of the following Pauline epistles: Philemon, Ephesians, Galatians, Philippians, Titus, 1 Timothy, Colossians, and 1 & 2 Thessalonians. Pastors from our conference as well as our own staff will lead us each month. We are grateful for this time to devote ourselves to growing in our faith.

Congratulations are in order to our Fine Arts Department who, for the first time, applied for WSMA (Wisconsin School Music Association) accreditation and received the honor “for excellence in school music programming.” Requirements for accreditation include that the school must:

The Martin Luther College (MLC) admissions team will be on site at WLHS on September 14 & 15 during the school day. Students interested in public ministry (pastors, teachers, and staff ministers) are encouraged to stop by Student Services during their free periods. For more information about MLC, our partner in secondary education, visit https://mlc-wels.edu/.

The UWM Mini-Course Program is currently accepting registrations for the upcoming 2023-24 ACT Preparation Class. This class is designed to prepare 11th and 12th grade students for success on the official ACT college entrance exam. The cost is $195; however, students who are eligible for free/reduced lunch can apply for a Department of Public Instruction Pre-College Scholarship to cover the program fee. Scholarships are limited and will be awarded on a first come first serve basis. You must have a 2.5 GPA to register for this program. Visit the Mini-Courses ACT Prep | TRIO & Pre-College Programs link here for more information. The deadline to register for the fall session is Friday, September 29.

At times a student must leave school before 3:00 p.m. Please follow our protocols when this is necessary:

• A  parent or guardian must communicate in advance with one of the following: a signed note, phone call, or email to attendance@wlhs.org. Please make every effort to call at least one hour ahead of your student’s departure time.
• Make sure that the contact/emergency information on your child's onCampus record is up to date. Students will not be excused or released from school by anyone other than the parent or guardian listed on their onCampus account.
• Students must stop at the attendance office before leaving school.

WLHS is grateful to partner with Christian Family Solutions (CFS) in their school-based counseling program for another school year. Like many schools, the mental health needs of our students have increased. Through this program, Mrs. Diana Migacz and Mrs. Dinnah Natukunda, licensed professional counselors, will be at our school four to five days a week to meet with students and provide counseling services. If you feel your child could benefit from counseling services, please contact your child’s school counselor for a referral to the program.

Please note that there is no school on Monday, September 4. Enjoy the long weekend!

Parents, students, and staff, please log into your onCampus account here to see if you have forms to be filled out. If you have a yellow bar at the top of your onCampus account, click on it and complete the necessary form. The link is visible in all parent accounts, but only one parent needs to complete and submit the form. If you have any questions, contact oncampus@wlhs.org.

Senior pictures for the 2024 Compass yearbook must be submitted by Monday, October 30, 2023. Click here for more information regarding senior pictures, farewells, and biographies.

In 2018, we identified ten biblical characteristics that guide and encourage the WLHS family in our walk as disciples of Jesus Christ. We call it “The Wisco Way,” but really it is our Savior’s way. In addition to weaving these traits into chapel messages and homeroom discussions, we ask students and staff to nominate individuals in any grade who noticeably live these attributes. Each month, one boy and one girl whose actions model that month’s Wisco Way characteristic are acknowledged with a Viking Christian Leaders Award and our thanks for helping us sustain a culture that places a high priority on biblical values. Click here for previous Viking Christian Leaders.

Mr. Ryan Solie is our first Director of School Safety but is not new to Wisco since he is a 2000 graduate. Mr. Solie is married to Rebecca and they have three children, Gracie (’26), Austin (13) and Noah (10). He has a bachelor degree in criminal justice administration from Western Illinois University and has been a police officer for the city of West Allis for the past 17 years. Mr. Solie enjoys watching sports, weightlifting, and spending time in the north woods with his family. They are members at St. Jacobi Lutheran Church. Welcome back, Mr. Solie!

Mr. Sam Wallace is new at WLHS teaching world geography, American government and world history this year. Previously he taught at New Holstein High School from 2016-2023. He earned a Master’s degree in administration and curriculum in 2021 as well as a bachelor degree in secondary education, social studies, and adaptive education from Wisconsin Lutheran College in 2016. Mr. Wallace and his wife Lydia are busy parents of two small children Micah (3) and Madelyn (1), and recently became members at St. John, Wauwatosa. Mr. Wallace enjoys running and fantasy football.

Dunn's Sporting Goods has partnered with WLHS to offer letterman jackets. Stop into Dunn's (6034 W. National Avenue, West Allis) anytime this school year to try on a jacket and place an order with a $100 deposit. If you already have your jacket, but have new items such as numerals or medals to be sewn on, they can help with that too! Click here for more information.

Stay connected and receive alerts with Wisco's App. Information that you search for on the school web site, social media, or other communications channels can also be found through the app. Customize your settings to receive notifications on events, athletics, or co-curriculars that you want to know more about. The app also allows the school to send notifications such as school closings or other alerts through push notification. Search under "Wisconsin Lutheran High School" for the free WLHS app on Apple App Store or Google Play.

We ask our parents and students to be mindful of our dress code, especially with the warmer temperatures that we are experiencing. Students who come to school in violation of the dress code will receive a detention AND they will need to fix their clothing as soon as possible that day. Specific infractions include:

• Skirts, dresses, and shorts cannot be shorter than the length of the hand when the arm is in a fully extended vertical position.
• Biker shorts/spandex shorts may NOT be worn.

This is a great way for freshmen to meet one another as they socialize, play yard games, eat snacks, and cheer on Wisco's football team together.

Date: Thursday, September 7
Where: WLHS Zeitler Stadium
Start Time: 3:15 p.m.
End Time: 5:30 p.m. with the game beginning promptly at 5:30 p.m.
Does this cost anything? Nope! This event is completely free of charge for all freshmen.
Do I need to bring anything? Just yourself and some WLHS freshmen friends.
Please note: This event is for WLHS students only. Do not invite friends from other schools. Thank you!

It is the goal of school administration at Wisconsin Lutheran High school to provide students, staff, and visitors with a safe and secure environment on a daily basis. This year we have hired Mr. Ryan Solie, a former police and school resource officer, as our Director of School Safety. Please note newly implemented safety procedures:

• Visitors who request entry through the visitor's entrance will be subject to an administrative escort to the central office at the discretion of central office personnel.

The WLHS Vimeo channel is a great way to watch daily chapel services. These 18-20 minute services allow you to worship with our students and commit to a worship routine in your life. If you subscribe to the WLHS Vimeo channel, a notification will be sent to your E-mail when videos are uploaded. Click here to subscribe or start watching previous chapel services from this year.

All friends of Wisco are invited to attend our annual teacher and staff installation service on Sunday, August 27, at 4:00 p.m. in the auditorium of Wisconsin Lutheran High School. Retired Pastor Mark Wenzel is preaching. 

The following faculty will be installed:

• Mr. Josh Bauer — Mathematics and Practical Arts Instructor
• Mrs. Sarah Bauer — Social Studies Instructor
• Mrs. Emmalie Bitter — Science Instructor
• Mrs. Katie Chavez — School Counselor
• Mr. Grey Davis — Director of Student Services
• Mr. Pete Langebartels — Science Instructor
• Mrs. Patti Wenzel — Family and Consumer Education Instructor
• Mr. Samuel Wallace — Social Studies Instructor

Families can make tuition payments online through your OnCampus account or via phone. Auto payments can also be set up to draw on the 1st or 15th of the month. Electronic check and credit card payments are both accepted. There is no fee for paying with electronic check. Credit card payments are subject to a 3-4% transaction fee depending on your card. Your linked Tuition Management account can be found on the Resources page of OnCampus (login here), or call 888-868-8828.

WLHS Weekly E-news brings parents and students up-to-date information from our campus, notice of upcoming events, and a celebration of student/teacher accomplishments. It is delivered to your inbox via E-mail every Wednesday that school is in session. News stories are also available on our website here.

Mr. Grey Davis is serving as the Director of Student Services and teaches one section of social studies. He comes to WLHS from St. Croix Lutheran Academy where he served as the Director of Student Residence and as a social studies teacher from 2016-2023. Mr. Davis earned a Master of Science in Education in Leadership from Martin Luther College in 2019, and a Bachelor of Science in Education in Secondary Social Studies in 2016. He enjoys staying active by biking, hiking and cheering on his favorite sports teams – Packers, Badgers and Brewers.

Mr. Pete Langebartels comes to WLHS with broad experience in education. He taught at St. Marcus Lutheran School from 2016-2023, Siloah Lutheran School from 2012-2016, Hope High School from 2008-2012, and East Fork Lutheran School from 2004-2008. Mr. Langebartels teaches science and is also assisting the freshman football team. He and his wife Ann worship at St. Marcus and their children Yuhshyia (12) and Nyla (8) attend Pilgrim Lutheran School in Menomonee Falls. Mr. Langebartels has a Master’s degree from Walden University and a Bachelor’s from MLC.  He enjoys hiking, biking and reading during his free time.

For the 2023-24 school year, we welcome 30 new international students to the WLHS family, coming from the following countries: Czech Republic, Iran, Brazil, Kazakhstan, Mexico, Thailand, Vietnam, China, Japan, and Spain.

2023 Grandparents’ Day at WLHS will be held on Thursday, October 5. Due to our large enrollment which restricts our space, we limit the luncheon from 11:00 a.m.-1:00 p.m. to the grandparents of seniors only. We look forward to sending the grandparents of our freshmen, sophomores, and juniors a special card. To register your grandparents, please click here. Registrations are due by Wednesday, September 20.

To create a common time when teachers and departments can meet and grow professionally, WLHS observes a teacher collaboration schedule on Wednesdays during the 2023-24 school year. Beginning Wednesday, August 23, and every Wednesday through May 15, teachers will meet from 7:45-8:45 a.m. First period will begin at 9:00 a.m. While students do not need to come to school until first hour at 9:00 a.m., the doors will be open at 7:00 a.m. to accommodate any students whose transportation or family schedule requires an earlier arrival. Students will report to the cafeteria or library before first hour for a monitored study time. Click here for the schedule.

On Monday, August 21, at 7:00 p.m. in the WLHS auditorium, 96 members of the class of 2024 will be inducted into the National Honor Society (NHS). Click here for a list of this year's inductees.

For the 2023-24 school year, an upgraded computerized system for purchasing meals will be implemented at Wisconsin Lutheran. In an effort to speed up meal service and offer privacy and convenience, students may opt to use a finger scan to identify themselves. This system offers complete privacy. The system does not store an image or photo of the student’s fingerprint.

Wisconsin Lutheran High School is pleased to announce the use of GoFan for mobile ticketing for athletic events. Fans may purchase tickets online through the school’s GoFan page here or the GoFan App. In addition to individual game tickets, season passes ($75) will be available for purchase. This year, all students will be required to get a free WLHS pass through GoFan in order to get into WLHS home sporting events. Students will enter their Student ID number as their access code to get a pass.

Thanks in part to the Plautz Fund, WLHS made two much-needed piano upgrades this past summer. A baby grand Kawai now sits centrally in our choir room, and accompanists in our chapel auditorium will now play a new upright Yamaha. These additions allowed us to place an older baby grand in a practice room and to retire a weathered "saloon" piano that was older than our building. Praise God for blessing us through the Plautz Fund.

The entire Wisconsin Lutheran High School family welcomes all of our parents to the 2023-24 school year. God has given you a precious trust in your child(ren) and that trust comes with a serious responsibility—to help them grow in the grace and knowledge of their Lord and Savior Jesus Christ.

Wisco Kids (the co-curricular try-out show choir at the high school) gathered for a weekend retreat to rehearse, grow as a team, and have fun. Saturday morning started with a bake-off challenge where teams made breakfast items to share with the group, then voted on top dishes. Throughout the day, time was spent rehearsing and learning music and choreography. In the afternoon, the group headed to a park for some fun team-building games. Saturday night ended with a family welcome dinner for students and parents to get to know each other. Sunday was spent rehearsing and setting personal and group goals. Wisco Kids are ready for another year!

WLHS offers a variety of ways to purchase school spirit apparel. Check out the school store online here, or stop in before school (7:20-7:40 a.m.) and during the latter half of each lunch hour. WLHS has also partnered with KM Sports to offer WLHS Viking pop-up online stores. These stores will be made available for a select period of time at each of the fall, winter, and spring seasons. WLHS Viking pop-up store items rotate, so don't miss out! Click here for our current fall pop-up store which closes Friday, August 18.

Go to the following link www.mymealtime.com to apply online for free or reduced meals. If you received a direct meal certification notice, this indicates your child(ren) are already eligible to receive free breakfast and lunch meals during the 2023-24 school year. Please do not submit an application.

Pictures will be taken by our school photographer, In-Focus Photography on:

Wednesday, August 16
all new students

Thursday, August 17
returning sophomores and juniors

The final two WWW (Wisco Witnesses in the World) mission trips recently returned safely from Toronto and St. Lucia. The Toronto team assisted Hope Lutheran Church with a music camp, and the St. Lucia team worked with Trinity Lutheran Church with a sports camp.

WLHS is continuing its partnership with Taher Food Service Management Company for the 2023-24 school year. Taher's food service director at WLHS is Mrs. Sarah Derouin, a WLHS alum.

If your child has a dietary allergy or restriction, please notify the food service department directly at chef@wlhs.org as the medical information in onCampus does not directly connect with the food service department. 

Wisconsin Lutheran High School is the nation's oldest Lutheran high school, founded in 1903. To claim WLHS alumni in multiple generations is not unusual for many families. Today, more than 14,000 Wisco graduates are spread throughout the world. Students are backed by an army of parents, donors and friends who are all deeply invested and committed to their success. Take for instance two best friends from the Class of 2011 who created an endowed scholarship to give back to generations following them at WLHS.

Thank you for entrusting your sons and daughters to the ministry of Wisconsin Lutheran High School. Our mission—to prepare young adults for success and Christ-centered service in a diverse world—is for us a high calling and privilege.
 
A 2023-24 School Information E-mail was sent out Friday, July 28, relaying instructions for locating important back to school information in your onCampus account. To read the full communication, click here. To access the 2023-24 School Information resource board, log into your onCampus account here. Below the blue bar at the top of the page, click on Resources. Click on the icon that says 2023-2024 School Information.

Over the past three weeks, WLHS has welcomed students from around the world to it's English Excellence Summer Camp. We were blessed with a record high enrollment of seventy-two campers from the following nine countries: Brazil, China, Mexico, Japan, Spain, Turkey, Italy, Poland, and Thailand. This immersive three-week experience enabled campers to improve their English proficiency and gain insights in American culture and education. 

Over 70 Wisco students applied to be a Wisco Friend for the Summer English Excellence Camp. Our students interacted with the campers, practiced English with them, and participated in field trips and activities. What a great experience for all involved!

The official WLHS Viking fall pop-up store is now open and includes new apparel, clothing color and logo options! Click here to shop online. The fall pop-up store will be open through Friday, August 18, so that families can receive items before the end of the fall athletic season. Shipping is offered throughout the United States. However, if you are able to pick up your purchase at Wisconsin Lutheran High School, for FREE shipping, type in the WLHS address (330 N Glenview Ave., Milwaukee, WI 53213) as your shipping location.
 
Items rotate as these pop-up stores are offered. Take a look, and see what's new.

The first day of school for all students is Thursday, August 17. It will be a full day of school from 7:45 a.m.-3:00 p.m. Doors open at 7:00 a.m. Breakfast and lunch are available for purchase.

Student schedules will be visible in onCampus on Wednesday, August 2. Students who have not turned in last year's Chromebook or charger or have unpaid fees, will be unable to see their schedule as their onCampus account will be on hold. To pay an outstanding balance, you may drop off payment at WLHS during our summer office hours or pay over the phone by calling 414-453-4567 ext. 2021.

A unique feature of the WLHS student population is its diversity.  Black, White, Hispanic and international students from over a dozen countries outside the U.S. each make up a significant percentage of the enrollment.

Doing life together each day among students who don’t look like you is real-life preparation for negotiating the diverse world after graduation. Even more important is the unity of faith in Jesus Christ that our students share, a faith God meant for all people. WLHS is committed to enhancing this unity among races and in a common faith through intentional activities and events. Among them is an annual civil rights tour led by WLHS President Ken Fisher.

Our WWW (Wisco Witnesses in the World) mission trip groups are continuing to help our missions and churches around the country with summer camps, Vacation Bible School, witnessing, and more. Pictured are mission teams visiting Conroe, Tex., Littleton, Colo., Columbia, Tenn., Las Vegas, Nev. Follow us on Facebook and Instagram to find out more about all Wisco mission trips!

As the start of the school year approaches, we ask that parents review our school policies with their students. In particular, please draw attention to the following rules:

• Cell phones are not allowed to be used during the school day without the permission of a staff member.
• Smart watches cannot be worn during the school day.
• Athletic pants or sweatpants are not allowed. Pants made of athletic or sweatpant material can NOT be worn.
• Rips in jeans must be below the knee.

Last week our beloved school tortoise, Louise, escaped from science teacher Jason Nickel's backyard, where she lives during the summer. Louise managed to make it from Milwaukee's west side to Cedarburg. After casting a wide net on social media, Louise was reunited with Mr. Nickels. Fox 6 News captured her homecoming. You can read the full story and watch the news clip here.

Parents, guardians, and alumni, please log in to your onCampus account here to make sure your contact information is up-to-date. Click on the drop-down arrow by your name, then select 'profile.' It is very important that we have your current address, phone number, and E-mail address on file. It is especially important to have your E-mail addresses up-to-date as this is our preferred method of communication.

WLHS hosted an 8th grade graduation party last week for students who will be incoming freshmen this fall. Students had the opportunity to meet future classmates, play collaborative games, and be introduced to life at Wisco. We are expecting a freshman class size of 250 and more than 150 incoming students showed up for this evening of food, fun, and festivities. A special thank you to the current Wisco students and Wisco alums from our Young Alumni Leaders Council (YALC) who helped put on this event. We couldn't have done it without you!

WLHS has talented, committed and dedicated teachers, staff and coaches who BUILD CHRISTIAN CHARACTER and influence students for a lifetime. WLHS offers leadership programs, service opportunities, clubs, athletics, and more—all to help students develop the character and teamwork traits they'll need as Christian leaders and influencers in their homes, workplaces, and communities. A story of character in action can be seen in Marquise Watts ('96) chief experience officer (CXO) of the NBA's Minnesota Timberwolves and the WNBA's Minnesota Lynx.

The Summer Contact is out! Highlights include Class of 2023 graduation and headshot photos, 2023 Auction recap, reunions, and an alumni contact information update giveaway. Click here to read all about it.

The following are the official 2023-24 athletic start dates for the Wisconsin Interscholastic Athletic Association:

• Football - August 1
• Dance - August 14
• Cross Country - August 14
• Volleyball - August 14
• Boys Soccer - August 14

WLHS Viking Marching Band is pleased to welcome new and returning members for the 2023 season. Membership is open to all wind and percussion instrumentalists entering grades 8-12. A special invitation is extended to piano players and dancers to participate in our front ensemble and color guard respectively. Visit wlhs.org/marching to register.

WLHS senior Ella Westphal sang the National Anthem at the 2023 WELS Night on July 7, at the Brewers game! WELS members from near and far came to Milwaukee for the game against the Cincinnati Reds. What a great night for baseball and fellowship!

WLHS maintenance has recovered 15 large bags of items from athletic and school lockers. After Monday, July 31, these items will be taken away to be donated. If you are missing shoes, clothing, uniforms, calculators, books, or other items, stop by school on Monday-Thursday from 8:00 a.m. - 3:30 p.m. or Friday 8:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m. to look through these lost and found items.

Two of our WWW (Wisco Witnesses in the World) mission trip teams recently helped our churches in Navarre, Fla., and Conroe, Tex., with summer camp, worship, canvassing, an Independence Day parade, and more. Follow us on Facebook and Instagram to find out more about all Wisco mission trips!

WLHS does not publish a school supply list. Each student is issued a Chromebook which eliminates a significant need for paper products. Individual teachers will share their requests with students in the first days of school. We do recommend, however, that students come the first day with a backpack, writing utensils and a notebook to take down any initial information. WLHS runs a school store where students may buy supplies and rent calculators.

At WLHS we view graduation day not as the finish line but as the start of a Christ-centered, productive life. To prepare students for that goal, we offer a comprehensive curriculum that creates paths to a four-year college, vocational training, military service, and the workforce. In addition, students gain valuable life skills through a wide range of co-curricular activities, clubs, and organization. Most important, all instruction and advising comes from Christian adults who are trained appropriately and have a sincere desire to support students and see them succeed. Wisco alum Maggie Johnston’s ('20) story is a telling example.

Track & Field Coach and WLHS teacher Mr. Eric Lueck ('87) along with Vietnam veteran David Henning ('59) presented a check for $2,000, made out to Stars and Stripes Honor Flight, to Board of Director member (and Wisco alumn) Todd Sturges ('83). The donation came from the 16th annual Wisco Mile proceeds, which was held on June 10.

Wisco alum, Ella Goede ('23) has found a way to take her mental health struggles and use them for good, with God's strength. Featured in the July 2023 Forward in Christ (the official WELS magazine) Ella penned the article "Refined by Fire," which can be read here. Prior to this article, Ella has sat on panel discussions at the 2023 National Conference on Lutheran Leadership as well as the 2023 WLHS Dinner Auction. Click here to watch the WLHS Dinner Auction video with panel discussion.

Beginning in the 2023-24 school year, the World Languages Department will offer a new course: Advanced Placement Spanish Language and Culture. Students in this course will have the opportunity to better prepare themselves to study and pursue degrees in Spanish-related fields in college. The course will involve engaging literature, music and other media, writing, conversation, and cultural studies and experiences.

On Monday and Tuesday, July 3 and 4, the offices of Wisconsin Lutheran High School will be closed in honor of Independence Day. We will resume our summer hours on Wednesday, July 5.

Our WWW (Wisco Witnesses in the World) mission trip teams are continuing to help our missions and churches with summer camps, Vacation Bible School, witnessing, canvassing, and more. Pictured are mission teams visiting Garden Grove, Calif., Jacksonville, Fla., and Pflugerville, Tex.

Viking Summer Explorer Camps are in full swing. WLHS offers a wide-range of adult-supervised activities to our grade schoolers from sports to fine arts to tech. Our Viking Explorers recently enjoyed the following camps: football, girls basketball, wrestling, theater, show choir, volleyball, art, steelband, and robotics. Viking Summer Explorer camps continue in July.

The Apostle Paul was inspired to write ". . . faith comes from hearing the message, and the message is heard through the word of Christ" (Romans 10:17). That message is proclaimed every day in multiple settings at WLHS. All students are in a theology course every day and gather for corporate worship in our chapel service. In addition our teachers, coaches and advisors regularly incorporate God's Word or biblical truths into their lessons, activities, and counseling. And the Holy Spirit does his work. Students reflect their growing faith in Jesus through the way they worship, lead, perform, and serve. An example of faith in action can be seen through Wisco alum Liz Henke ('10).

ProStart is a two-year industry-backed culinary arts and restaurant management program for high school students. WLHS has offered ProStart since 2020. We are grateful to announce that we are one of forty high schools to receive a $5,000 grant from the Rachael Ray Foundation. The funds from the Rachael Ray Foundation ProStart Grow Grant Program will be used to purchase a new reach-in cooler for lab prep days, butane burners for ProStart classes to practice cooking with gas, and update and add to the smaller kitchen tools and equipment.

Wisco spring sports had successful seasons and notable accomplishments.

Girls Track -The girls track team won the Woodland Conference Indoor Meet and the Conference Relays. Eva Kuehn ('24) had a very successful individual season as she won the 1600m and 3200m in the Conference and finished fifth in both events at the State Championships. In all, 10 members of the girls track team qualified to compete at State.

Before the end of the school year, students in upper-level Spanish classes enjoyed seeing artwork by Latin American artists at the Milwaukee Art Museum. The tours were led by Spanish-speaking docents and the students observed and had conversations about art that celebrated or offered insights into the culture and history of a variety of Hispanic or Latin American groups. After the mid-morning tour, students filled up on a variety of traditional plates at Botanas Mexican Restaurant on Milwaukee's southside. Spanish teacher Mr. Micah Hernandez ('01) observed, "After so much work listening and speaking the language this year, it was fun to sense the unique aspects of different cultures with our eyes and taste buds as well!"

Canticum Novum, a WELS Chamber Choir made up of singers from around the country, will present free concerts June 23-25. Derived from Psalm 96:1, “canticum novum”  is Latin for “new song”, and we are proud to acknowledge a number of WLHS connections. Faculty member Casey Pufahl serves as their executive director and choir members include Anne (Steeves) Hafenstein ('11), Jessi (Floeter) Kolberg ('01), Evan Witz ('11), and Levi Nagel ('99). Concert performances are Friday, June 23, 7:30 p.m. at Trinity Lutheran Church in Waukesha, Saturday, June 24, 7:30 p.m. at Grace Lutheran Church in Downtown Milwaukee, and Sunday, June 25, 10:30 a.m. at Morning Star Lutheran Church in Jackson. Friday's performance at Trinity, Waukesha will be livestreamed at canticumnovumwels.org.

On June 3, the League of Legends team was invited to Carthage College in Kenosha to participate in the Wisconsin High School Esports Association (WIHSEA) Spring Championships. The team swept Elkhorn High School in the semifinals and defeated Kimberly High School 2-0 in the championship match which resulted in a perfect season for the team. This was the first ever in-person esports championship and the third major championship in the program's history. The final match and post game interview with Coach Bill Sanders ('06) can be found here.

The Lord has blessed WLHS with outstanding teachers and staff. This year we say farewell to four faithful staff members. 

Mrs. Sofia Bitter (pictured top left) joined WLHS for the 2022-23 school year covering Mrs. Knight's maternity leave during the first quarter. Mrs. Bitter continued teaching part time in our Science department as well as serving as a dorm supervisor with her husband Jacob. Mr. and Mrs. Bitter are leaving for Medellin, Colombia where her husband will serve as vicar at Santísima Trinidad Lutheran Church.

Click here to see a list of the fourth quarter honor roll students who earned a 3.4 or higher GPA during the last quarter. Congratulate them on their diligence and hard work.

Please return all school property including chromebooks, chargers, textbooks, calculator rentals, library books, music, uniforms, and all other Wisco property. School items can be dropped off at the receptionist's window Monday-Thursday 8:00 a.m. - 3:30 p.m. or Friday 8:00 a.m.-1:00 p.m.

A unique opportunity that students have at Wisco is to participate in gospel outreach efforts on mission trips at a variety of domestic and international sites. On these trips, students often provide support for Vacation Bible School, sports camps, or other outreach efforts for mission groups. The first two international trips have taken place in Thailand assisting Promise Lutheran Church and the Thai Village, and the Central Africa Mission and Lutheran Medical Mission Clinic in Africa.

Wisconsin Lutheran High School has job openings for positions as commons supervisors and Honey Creek Hall supervisors. If interested, please submit a resume to Becky Glass at hr@wlhs.org. Candidates must be members in good standing of the WELS or ELS.

Regularly, someone asks “What makes Wisconsin Lutheran High School different?” The answer: At WLHS success means more.

The “more” at WLHS is a combination of FAITH, OPPORTUNITY, CHARACTER, UNITY, and SUPPORT that gives our students a Christ-centered, complete high school experience and prepares them for lives of service in a diverse world.

In the next editions of Weekly E-news we’ll explore these components of where success means more with illustrative stories from the Wisco family. It’s not just a slogan, but these are distinctive features that shape and equip our students for success to the glory of God.

On Saturday, June 10, members of the 1998 and 1973 Girls Track & Field teams gathered to celebrate the 25- and 50-year anniversaries of their State Championships. Former coaches and track alumni had the opportunity to reconnect and reminisce over brunch on the brand new Legacy Terrace at Zeitler Stadium. They also got to take a tour of the new stadium and track, led by former athletic director Jeff Sitz ('74) and former track coach Kurt Seeger. The 1973 track team was the first team to bring home a state championship at WLHS!

Congrats again to Frank Quan-Pham ('24) for his perfect 36 ACT score achievement. Frank was interviewed by both CBS 58 and TMJ4 anchor Susan Kim. Frank is a well-rounded student involved in co-curriculars such as Viking Steel, theater and chess, to name a few, as well as advanced placement courses and student leadership positions.

Per the WIAA (Wisconsin Interscholastic Athletic Association), all Wisconsin Lutheran High School athletes must complete the following athletic registration process prior to participating in athletics:

• The student must have a current Physical Clearance Form on file signed by a doctor no less than every other school year. The physical examination must be dated April 1, 2022 or later in order to participate in a sport for the 2023-24 school year. Download the physical form here to take with you to the doctor.
• A parent or guardian must complete the online registration found here. Please note that the online registration is an annual requirement and opens up on June 1.

Our E-news is taking a little time off this summer! The WLHS Weekly E-news will publish bi-monthly during June and July. Beginning in August, we will go back to our regular weekly Wednesday schedule.

The final Pilot for the school year has been produced. Read about our senior Pilot staff members, retiring WLHS staff, senior polls, movie review, and much more. To read the summer edition of Pilot, click here.

WLHS Softball pitcher Sydney Vitangcol ('25) was named this week's FOX6 High School Hotshot! Click here to watch a short interview with Sydney and see how she uses her God-given abilities on and off the field. The softball team advanced to the WIAA Sectional Finals after beating Pius XI 6-1 on May 30. The team plays New Berlin Eisenhower tomorrow, Thursday, June 1, at the WLC fields at 4:30 p.m. Come on out to show your support!

Graduation took place on Saturday, May 27, at the Wisconsin Lutheran College Recreational Complex. Mr. Bill Plamann gave the address titled, "It All Counts!" Valedictorian Silas Ebeling and Salutatorian Jacob Alejandro shared words of inspiration and encouragement to their classmates. Click here for the 2023 graduation service. 

Congratulations to the Class of 2023! We wish them God's richest blessings in all their future endeavors.

Please note these important dates:
August 14-15: Parent Information Meetings
August 16: New Student Orientation Day
August 17: First Full Day of School for ALL Students

An E-mail containing important information will be sent to each WLHS family the last week of July. If you do not receive an E-mail by the first week of August, please call WLHS at 414-453-4567, to make sure that your E-mail address is up to date.

At the end of the 2022-23 school year, WLHS said farewell to some outstanding retiring staff members: Mr. Bill Plamann, Science and Theology Instructor (1990-2023), Mr. Mark Leverence, Social Studies Instructor and Department Coordinator (1994-2023), Mr. Mark Ricke, Director of Enrollment (1998-2023), and Mr. Mark Robinson, Commons Supervisor (2017-2023). What an impact these faithful servants have made on a generation of Wisco students. We wish them God's blessings in retirement and will miss them!

Daniel Fasasi ('23) signed a scholarship with DePaul University for track & field! Daniel currently owns four school records (indoor 200m, indoor 4x200m relay, indoor 400m, and outdoor 400m), and he finished 3rd in the 400 last year at State. We wish Daniel God's blessings at DePaul and beyond!

We will praise our Lord for the Class of 2023 and their achievements at our graduation worship service on Saturday, May 27, at 10:00 a.m. in the Wisconsin Lutheran College REX Center (8800 West Bluemound Road). Doors open at 9:00 a.m. Due to limited seating, tickets are required for admission. Each senior received 10 tickets in their cap and gown packet to distribute to his or her guests.

Wisco seniors received 2023 graduation yard signs this year to celebrate their accomplishments and share the news. Be a part of the social fun and visit WLHS Vikings on Facebook or Instagram to add a photo or tag your senior!

All students are required to turn in their Chromebook and charger after exams in the WLHS library. A Chromebook and charger not turned in by Friday, June 2, incurs a $75 non-refundable late fee. Turning in another student’s device does not count. The set assigned at the beginning of the year is what the student is accountable for. If the device is not returned at all, the remaining cost of the device will be billed to the student's account. Seniors are required to turn in their sets before graduation.

Once again the Lord has blessed the Our Hands for His Service (OHFHS) mission effort this year. Months of student-driven fundraising events, work days, and offerings brought in by our conference grade schools raised $44,235.18. Proceeds will support our medical mission in Central Africa and the Thai Village.

From May 19-21, the choirs and bands of Wisco delighted sold-out crowds with pop and Broadway hits. Among them were steelpan performances, several vocal solos and duets, a Wizard of Oz medley, Satchmo and Queen tributes, and so much more! Thank you to students, Fine Arts and Tech Staff, and the many volunteers who poured hours of work into these inspiring performances. Stay tuned for next year's concerts!

Reunion Zero is a tradition at Wisco. On the last Wednesday of the last week of school, our outgoing seniors are invited to a senior lunch sponsored by the WLHS alumni department. At the event, seniors have the chance to socialize with classmates, faculty, and staff. Fun giveaways and a photo booth help connect seniors with their alma mater before they head out to future college, military, or career goals. We wish the graduating Class of 2023 God's richest blessings on their future! For more photos, visit wlhs.org/photos.

Most WLHS offices will be open Tuesday, May 30, through Tuesday August 15, with hours as follows:
Monday-Thursday: 8:00 a.m. - 3:30 p.m.
Friday: 8:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.

As chemistry wraps up for the school year, Mrs. Sofia Bitter's students are finishing with the famous titration lab. Titration is a technique used to determine the concentration (molarity) of an unknown solution. This lab allows students to put into practice all the knowledge they’ve attained this year. In this lab, students start with a known concentration of acid, but are working to find out the unknown concentration of the base they have been given. They use their knowledge of acids, bases, indicators, molarity, concentration, and more to calculate and determine a number of factors as they experiment.

WLHS Softball pitcher Sydney Vitangcol ('25) has been nominated for Sophomore Softball Player of the Year in the nation, but now she needs your help to win! Click here to vote for Sydney. You can vote an endless number of times, so enter as many votes as you like. Voting will conclude this Friday, May 26, at 10:59 p.m. (CDT).

On May 15, seniors were honored for their academic accomplishments at Wisconsin Lutheran High School. The academic top ten were presented, and special acknowledgment was given to this year's valedictorian, Silas Ebeling, and salutatorian, Jacob Alejandro. National Honor Society members received their cords, and scholarship recipients were recognized.

Wisco's performing arts program once again participated in the Overture Center for the Arts Jerry Awards. We received 14 nominations in the categories of overall production, performer awards, and production teams for our musical production Big Fish. Congratulations to the following groups, performers, and directors for winning the Jerry Awards in their category:

Taste of Wisco filled our halls with the smell of fried donuts, cheesy potatoes, mac & cheese and collard greens, tom kha gai soup, grilled cheese sandwiches, pocky, meatballs, pancakes, and many more treats. Staff sold food items during an extended passing period and raised $4,958.18 for this year's OHFHS mission projects for the Thai Village and Central Africa Medical Mission.

Students should return textbooks and novels to their classroom teachers by Wednesday, May 24 or at the direction of their teacher. You will receive a notice if your student's books were not returned or were damaged. If you have questions, contact Brent Bloomquist at brent.bloomquist@wlhs.org.

A reminder that our first and last Wednesdays of the school year are a regular start time at 7:45 a.m. On Wednesday, May 24, we will run a morning assembly schedule found here. The day includes many activities celebrating our seniors.

Everyone is invited to the Friends of Wisco Annual Golf Outing on Monday, June 19, at Ironwood Golf Course, in Sussex, Wis. Cost is $175 per person with shotgun start at 10:00 a.m. Includes: green fees, golf cart, lunch and dinner, and two drink tickets. For registration and sponsorship information visit wlhs.org/events. Registration is limited to the first 216 golfers. Please sign up by Friday, June 9. For registration questions, contact Becky Glass at becky.glass@wlhs.org or 414-453-4567 ext. 2291.

Among WLHS' defining characteristics is that we are a Great Commission School. This attribute comes into clear focus when God leads students to the baptismal font. On May 4, thirteen students received the changing water and word sacrament in our daily chapel service. Another three received baptism in a private ceremony. We rejoice with these students. Praise God for his gift of this sacrament and for leading them to it.

Biblical Hermeneutics is a new senior religion elective offered in the 2023-24 school year. Mr. Ben Carlovsky, Theology Department Coordinator, will develop and teach the course. Hermeneutics is the study of Biblical interpretation that draws out the author’s (not the reader’s) intended meaning. Our prayer is that this course will deepen our students’ ability to read and properly apply the Holy Scriptures. This course is an additional option to an already strong list of senior electives.

Last week our Student Services office sent an email to parents of juniors regarding post high school planning. Juniors met with school counselors and were given tools and suggestions for this summer to plan for life after high school whether that be college, trades, apprenticeship, technical school, military, or fire and police training. To read the full communication, click here.

On Thursday, May 18, we will follow the half day schedule found here. Dismissal is at 12:21 p.m. to accommodate Prism rehearsal. Breakfast will be available in the morning, but lunch will not be served.

More than 300 juniors, seniors, and their guests enjoyed our 2023 prom. Congratulations to seniors Annelise Schultz and Nicolas Draganchuk for being crowned prom queen and prom king. Other members of the prom court included seniors Adrianna Calvert, Claudia Kroenke, Ella Goede, Gabrielle Williams, Dante Sanders, Malik Hill, Vinicius Araujo, and Riley Rindfleisch.

Seniors that have remaining funds in their meal accounts at the close of the school year will be refunded the balance via check to their parent or guardian at the end of June if there are no outstanding fees owed. If you wish to transfer your funds to a sibling with an existing account (not an incoming freshman), you may do so by E-mailing Sarah Derouin at chef@wlhs.org. All other students will roll their balances into the 2023-24 school year.

Everyone is invited to the Spring Art Show Opening on Friday, May 19, from 6:00-8:00 p.m. in the atrium at Wisconsin Lutheran High School. Celebrate the successful artwork created by our graduating seniors as well as other talented artists from the 2022-23 school year. Admission is free. Artwork will be on display the weekend of Prism (May 19-21). Come and support both Wisco arts!

The first full week in May has been designated as Teacher Appreciation Week, and National Teacher Appreciation Day was May 9. At WLHS we are grateful for the teachers and staff who are the front line of our operation. Each day they instruct, counsel, correct, and encourage our young people with the influence of God’s Word and their Christian faith readily evident. An old adage says “an organization is only as good as its people.” God has led to WLHS faithful staff who love our students and desire to make our school a Christ-centered one. In addition to thanking God for them, we appreciate each one.

All current students have met with a counselor to select their course requests for the 2023-24 school year. Students can request changes to these classes until June 9. After June 9, only changes due to course conflicts will be made.

The NHS fundraiser took place on April 28 when students took advantage of an altered schedule to visit over a dozen food stations around the building. Not all items can be found on the food pyramid, but snow cones, puppy chow, Krispy Kreme Donuts, cheese fries, walking tacos and more enticed our students. The result: $3,586 was raised to support two WELS-affiliated missions, The Thai Village in Chiang Mai, Thailand and the Central Africa Medical Mission located in Malawi and Zambia. Our thanks to the NHS and all others who participated, and, as always, God be praised.

All students will be required to turn in their chromebook and charger after exams on May 25 and 26. If a chromebook and charger are not accounted for by June 2, a $75 non refundable late fee will be assessed. Turning in another student’s device does not count. The set assigned at the beginning of the year is what the student is accountable for. If the device is not returned at all, the remaining cost of the device will be billed to the student's account. Seniors are required to turn in their sets before graduation.

The trio team of Dalton ('26) and Jesse ('24) Rost, and Evan Maertz ('26) (pictured left to right) captured runner-up at State in Wisco's first ever Fortnite team. The team was ranked first in their pool, out of five pools of regular season play. Only the top 30 teams compete at State. Esports Program Director Peter Iles said of this first-year team's accomplishments, "The guys' relentless work in Minecraft gave them the skills needed to capture runner-up at State. We look forward to seeing what this team can do in the future."

Wisconsin Lutheran High School is hosting an informational session regarding our host family program on Monday, May 15, at 6:30 p.m. The growing international program at WLHS is in need of caring, supportive, mission-minded families to take in our international students over some of the school breaks throughout the year. This includes hosting opportunities for Thanksgiving break (half-week), Christmas break (two weeks), and spring break (one week). Families are also needed for yearlong international student hosting. Stipends are provided for all these hosting opportunities. If you are interested in more about the program, or to sign up as a host family, contact Director of the International Program Mr. Eric Duwe at eric.duwe@wlhs.org or read more at wlhs.org/homestay.

Wisconsin Lutheran High School has a job opening for a Controller to work in the Business Office. This position is responsible for oversight of all finance, accounting and reporting activities. Previous financial experience in an educational or non-profit setting along with a Master's degree or CPA is preferred. Interested candidates should submit a resume and salary requirements to hr@wlhs.org. Ideal starting date is around July 1, 2023.

The 2023 WSMA State Solo & Ensemble took place on April 29, at UW-Milwaukee. After receiving a *1 rating on class A material, twenty-one students performed solo/duet pieces, as well as the jazz ensemble. Wisco musicians brought home 16 first place ratings, including four exemplary performance nominations. Thea Stewartson ('24) - alto solo and Nathaniel Crowder ('24) - steel pan solo received the awards for exemplary performances at their site. Congratulations to all Wisco students who participated at the state level festival!

Click here and vote for WLHS softball player Sydney Vitangcol ('25) for the rSchoolToday Athlete of the Week. Voting is open until 2:00 p.m. on Thursday, May 4. Users may vote once per day on as many devices that they own.

WLHS is a partner with WELS Campus Ministry. This program connects college students to local pastors and congregations in the area where they will be attending school. Some of these ministries are even located on college campuses! We’ve had the tremendous blessing of sharing God’s Word with your students every day, and this ministry continues that connection to God’s Word as they enter early adulthood. Seniors can register with WELS Campus Ministry here.

The culminating project in Mr. Joel Radue's Construction Skills class, is the building of storage sheds on site at the homes of WLHS alumni and friends who commission the labor. From design to shingles, the sheds are 100% student built. This kind of experiential learning teaches our students about building codes, wall framing, siding selection and teamwork.

This week, WLHS is excited to welcome more than 350 fourth graders from 20 of our conference grade schools. Visiting students tour the building and participate in a variety of activities including "Science Mayhem" with Scientist Knight, playing alien invasion physical education games with Mr. Whiteside ('06), folding origami while chatting in Chinese with Wisco students and Mrs. Leyrer, and pounding percussion with Director of Bands Mr. Petersen.

God blessed the 27th annual Dinner Auction “Take Courage” with a yield of more than $770,000 that exceeded our goal and reached a new high. Auction proceeds are applied to student aid. A huge thank you to all our sponsors, donors, volunteers, bidders, and attendees who made an impact on the night . . . and beyond. Auction attendees watched a video during which WLHS staff spoke about the courage five of our students have shown in the face of adversity. Afterward, those five students formed a panel to give live testimony. Click here to watch the video.

In its first year of competition, WLHS was excited to send five students to the Future Business Leaders of America (FBLA) State competition in Green Bay, Wis. Congratulations to Dora Dinh ('24), Jack Goelz ('23), and Frank Quan-Pham ('24) who all had fourth place finishes which gives them the opportunity to move on to National Competition in Atlanta. At fifth place, Adalin Bogenschneider ('25) is an alternate for Nationals, and Scott Cousins ('24) received a seventh place finish.

Those who know junior Gia An “Frank” Quan-Pham can verify that he is arguably the most active student at Wisconsin Lutheran High School. Keep reading for proof. What some may not know is that Frank is also an academic high achiever. Confirmation of that came recently when he learned that he had achieved a perfect 36 score on the ACT.  "It was actually the day of the Spring Band Concert," Frank says. "We had just finished a last rehearsal before the start of the concert, and I went back to the [Honey Creek] dorms when I saw the E-mail saying I had a perfect score." Vietnam is Frank’s country of origin, and he gives much credit to his English classes at WLHS for helping him write a perfect score.

At our National Honor Society’s annual A La Carte event on Friday, April 28, students are invited to purchase treats from more than a dozen different food stations around school after chapel. All proceeds go to this year’s school-wide mission project which will support two missions associated with the WELS, the Thai Village expansion and the Central Africa Medical Mission. Click here for a menu preview.

Calling all females who will be in grades 9-12 for the 2023-24 school year: we are looking to fill spots on the WLHS varsity cheer team! Before tryouts, consider attending a free cheer clinic held on either May 7 or May 8, from 6:00-7:30 p.m. in the aux gym at Wisconsin Lutheran High School. Tryouts will be held on Wednesday, May 17, at 5:30 p.m., in the aux gym. To tryout, you must register here or E-mail cheer.coach@wlhs.org. The cheer team performs at all football and basketball games as well as competitions.

Wisconsin Lutheran High School presents its annual Prism concerts on Friday and Saturday, May 19 and 20, at 7:00 p.m. and Sunday, May 21, at 2:00 and 7:00 p.m. These popular concerts are a celebration of the fine arts and generally sell out quickly. Tickets go on sale Monday, May 1, and are available online here. Advance ticket sale prices are $7 for adults and $4 for children through grade 8. Tickets at the door are $8 for adults and $5 for children through grade 8, if available!

Over the 2023 spring break, 32 students and their chaperones traveled south for the annual civil rights trip. Their itinerary marked sites significant to the American Civil Rights Movement including Springfield, Illinois, the Atlanta History Center, Tuskegee Airmen National Historic Site, Edmund Pettus Bridge in Selma, Alabama, Rosa Parks Museum, and iconic sites associated with Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Students also engaged in guided discussions about what they saw and race relations then and now in addition to recording their reflections in journal entries. Without exception, students refer to this experience as one that prompts significant personal growth.

Congratulations to Ava Biesterfeld ('23), who was chosen as the Current Electric Superhero of the Week! Ava is actively involved in a number of activities around the school including several leadership organizations, cross country, track, Wisco Kids, and A Capella, and she was named the Viking Christian Leader for Integrity in February. She also volunteers at her church, Star of Bethlehem, by serving as a Sunday School teacher and singing for services. Visit the Current Electric Superhero webpage here, for more information! Congrats to Ava. We are grateful for the way she brought her Christian witness to this interview.

Welcome, parents of our incoming freshman Class of 2027 to the WLHS Weekly E-news! The Weekly E-News is delivered to your E-mail address every Wednesday during the school year. Update E-mail address changes in your onCampus account, as this is the communication tool used to convey information and upcoming events at Wisconsin Lutheran. WLHS encourages feedback to help us make our communication with you more effective. Please contact Central Office at 414-453-4567 with any comments or questions.

Wisconsin Lutheran High School has open positions to live and work in our student residential facility, Honey Creek Hall. Part-time residential and non-residential positions are available for men, women, or married couples. Applicants should have experience working in an educational or residential setting, preferably with international students. They must also be a member in good standing of the WELS. Submit your resume to Becky Glass at hr@wlhs.org.

Congratulations to Isaiah Harris ('25) and Jenna Schabow ('24), two Wisco student singers who were selected for the WSMA High School State Honors Music Project. This year more than 1,250 auditions were registered for only 426 positions across five ensembles. Isaiah and Jenna were both selected for the State Honors Mixed Choir.

"My journey at Wisco has been amazing since the beginning. The school has an exceptional program for international students. The teachers and supervisors are also truly prepared to make our transitions and lives easier. The international students in the dorms and host families are genuinely nice and kind, and I got close to them sooner than I would have ever expected."

Parents and students of the Class of 2027 are invited to the Future Freshman Parent Night on Wednesday, May 3, from 6:30-7:45 p.m. We are introducing a new format to this evening to give you the opportunity to learn more about Wisconsin Lutheran High School and how we will serve you and your student.

Changes to our spring sports schedules! Wisconsin weather is often the cause of delays or changes in location or times of our games and meets. For the most up-to-date schedules for baseball, girls soccer, softball, boys and girls track and field, and golf, check the Woodland Sports Conference schedule on our website here. Or download the Wisco app for push notifications about canceled events.

Classes will not meet during our Easter break which begins on Good Friday, April 7, and runs through Friday, April 14. WLHS will be closed April 7 and 10. The offices will have limited hours April 11-14. School will resume on Monday, April 17.

Juniors and seniors do not have school on Tuesday, April 18, when freshmen and sophomores write the required PreACT.

On Tuesday, April 18, freshman and sophomore students will take the DPI required PreACT at Wisconsin Lutheran High School. PreACT is a summative assessment that measures what students have learned in the areas of English, reading, math, and science. It is a required day of school for ALL freshmen and sophomores. Breakfast is available, but lunch will not be served that day. Dismissal is at 11:15 a.m.

At Wisco, with the spring comes a number of musical offerings from our Fine Arts Department. Viking Steel drummed up a rhythmic repertoire on March 24 to a delighted, ample audience. On March 30, our Concert Band and its ensembles performed a pleasing variety of numbers from American composers Frank Ticheli, John Mackey and others all linked by the theme “Sanctuary” to emphasize the peace and security that music can bring.

The week of April 10-14 is a scheduled break. The Weekly E-news will be on Easter break as well. The next edition is on Wednesday, April 19. Stay tuned to E-mail, website, text and app updates, and robocalls for any unscheduled changes.

The 2023 Winter Pilot wraps up many of the big events that occurred at Wisco over the last few months. This student-produced publication highlights a recap of the 2023 musical Big Fish, Kings of the Court volleyball tournament, celebrating the Lunar New Year, Black History spotlight, Valentine's day poll results, Youth Voice Project experience, crossword puzzle fun, and much more. Click here to read all about it!

Saturday, May 6, is 2023 Prom for junior and seniors. The theme is Lights, Camera, Action! Grand March is at Wisconsin Lutheran High School in the main gymnasium beginning at 4:30 p.m. Attendees should meet in the atrium no later than 4:00 p.m. The dinner and dance will be held at Sheraton Milwaukee Brookfield Hotel (375 S. Moorland Rd., Brookfield). Doors open at 5:30 p.m. and all attendees must arrive no later than 7:00 p.m. Dinner is at 6:15 p.m. and dance is 7:15-10:30 p.m.

Starting with the 2023-24 school year, WLHS will expand its math curriculum. Instead of offering AP Calculus BC for a full year, WLHS students will have the opportunity to take two semesters of dual credit Calculus 2 and Calculus 3, offered through Wisconsin Lutheran College. These two courses will provide the opportunity for our most advanced math students to earn up to 12 credits in college calculus instead of the 8-10 credits they may receive if they successfully complete the AP Calculus BC exam. Another added benefit in this change is that these dual credit courses will be offered at WLHS and taught by Mr. Marc Shambeau (pictured). Mr. Shambeau has spent the last two years completing the 18 graduate level math credits needed to teach dual credit college courses. God continues to bless WLHS with dedicated teachers, gifted students, and forward-looking opportunities.

WLHS students, along with Pathways High and Beloit Memorial High School, were invited to a mental health summit organized by WI Academy of Global Education & Training (WAGET). The event, held at American Family Field, encouraged its participants to offer solutions regarding the youth mental health crisis. At the end of the event, groups from each school shared ideas about raising awareness of mental health needs. Through the generosity of The Mars Family Foundation, one group from each school was awarded $1,000 grant.

WLHS students attended a one-day MINI Business World field trip held at UW-Milwaukee at Waukesha. Students were broken into small groups, with various other area schools, and tasked with building a business from the ground up. In the culminating activity, each group showcased their new product in an engaging mock trade show at the end of the day. Congratulations to Wisco student Jayden Bauer ('23), whose group won with the idea to install vending machines that can hold both cold and warm items to satisfy late night snack cravings on college campuses.

On Tuesday, April 18, all freshman and sophomore students will take the PreACT at Wisconsin Lutheran. This is a required day of school for freshmen and sophomores. Juniors and seniors do not have school that day. Breakfast will be available, but lunch will not be served. Please note: dismissal is at 11:15 a.m. Read more for the test schedule.

WLHS hosted 15 students and two adult chaperones 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, campus visits of Wisconsin Lutheran College and UW-Milwaukee, Wisconsin dairy farm experience, volunteer project at Feeding America, Sky Zone trampoline park, and much more.

Wisco wrapped up the winter sports season with a notable number of Woodland All-Conference selections as well as WIAA honors. Congratulations to our student athletes on their accomplishments. Pictured are the Wisco All-Conference athletes in each category.

March is National Reading Month, in honor of Dr. Seuss' birthday month. To inspire its young readers, Atonement Lutheran School invited members of the WLHS boys varsity basketball team as part of “Read Across America.” Thank you to Atonement for hosting our players. The team had a great time reading and meeting future Vikings!

Tickets are on sale now for the Hideaway Talent Show taking place Tuesday, March 28 at 7:00 p.m. in the auditorium. This one-night only variety show, organized by Wisco students, features the "hidden" talents of individuals and groups in the WLHS student body. Enjoy singing, dancing, instrumental performances, skits, and more. Tickets are available online here; $5 for premium and $2 for general seating. All proceeds support the 2022-23 school-wide mission project.

WLHS math track team is made up of students of all ages and math classes. The teams participated in four meets this year, the first two were virtual and hosted by Watertown and WLHS. WLHS Varsity 1 team took home 2nd and 4th in the virtual meets while the JV 1 team took 1st both times! After Christmas break, WLHS math track traveled to Menomonee Falls and Brookfield East in February and March. JV 1 team took 1st at Menomonee Falls and 3rd at Brookfield East while our Varsity 1 team took 3rd at both meets. Our WLHS math students did an amazing job of representing at all of these events!

On Tuesday, April 18, all freshman and sophomore students will take the required PreACT Secure. Dismissal is at 11:15 a.m. Breakfast will be available, but lunch will not be served. Seniors and juniors do not have school that day. PreACT Secure replaces the ACT Aspire.

Everyone is invited to an evening of free secular concert music on Thursday, March 30, at 7:00 p.m. in the WLHS auditorium. Music includes selections by Mackey, Waters, Grundman, Ticheli and more. The concert will feature Concert Band, Jazz Ensemble, Percussion Ensemble, Brass Ensemble, and Woodwind Ensemble. Seating is general admission. A livestream link to the concert can be found at here.

Click here to see a list of the third quarter honor roll students who earned a 3.4 or higher GPA during the quarter. Congratulate them on their diligence and hard work.

Members of WLHS Inspiration Vocal Jazz and Chamber Choir had the chance to practice with Ms. Darlene Grams, director of United Voices of Praise Gospel Choir at St. Marcus Lutheran Church, Milwaukee. Inspiration will be participating in worship services on Sunday, March 26, at St. Marcus Church during the 9:00 and 10:30 a.m. services. It was a special treat to practice vocal jazz with Ms. Grams!

Wisco alumni and friends shared an evening of culinary creativity and socializing! Mrs. Angie Livingston ('05), WLHS culinary arts instructor, led a fun class on making charcuterie boards on February 23. The night included wine, tasty treats to create and enjoy, charcuterie spreads, and fun Wisco charcuterie boards to take home. WLHS students in the Woods 2 class cut, sanded, and oiled the charcuterie boards. Each board had a unique pattern, so no two were the same!

Kings of the Court, a mission-project fundraising event, will be held on Thursday, March 23, at 6:30 p.m., when student and faculty volleyball teams battle it out on the court in our main gym. The winning team takes on Wisco's girls varsity volleyball in the culminating game of the night. Admission into the games is $2 and will be taken at the door. A bake sale will be held in the upper lobby. All proceeds support the 2022-23 mission project toward the Thai Village expansion and the Central Africa medical mission.

A generous gift from a donor funded the purchase of new sensing equipment for the Science Department. Anatomy & Physiology students are able to use new spirometers to analyze airflow and lung capacity. By measuring how much air you exhale, and how quickly you exhale, spirometry can evaluate a broad range of lung diseases. It can even detect how much hot air Mr. Nickels produces!

After chapel, on March 14, a school-wide assembly met to celebrate African-American dance and contributions to art. Students spent weeks rehearsing choreography, monologues, and songs to present this first annual student production. Wisco was excited to welcome back former WLHS student Christopher Gilbert, theater production professional and dance instructor, to assist in the production.

The SCRIP year ends on Friday, March 31. There are two dates left to order, March 20 and 27. ScripNow and Reload orders can be placed until March 31 (click here for more info) and will be credited for the current rebate year. SCRIP rebates will be finalized the first week of April and applied to either your tuition account, a rebate check, or rolling it over for future use. If you have a change of rebate request or if you do not remember what you chose, E-mail scrip@wlhs.org in the next week. We will follow your original designation if not contacted.

The rescheduled Viking Steel Winter Concert (postponed on January 28 due to inclement weather) is on Friday, March 24, at 7:00 p.m. in the WLHS auditorium. This free event features our three steel pan groups - Chi Ro, Ichthys, and Tragoudi. The concert is general admission. Doors open at 6:30 p.m. A livestream link to the concert can be found here.

The March, Viking-2-Viking presentation focused on the fields of psychology and social work. Interested juniors and seniors met to learn from two of our alumni: Dr. Ashley Schoof ('03), Senior Clinical Director, Christian Family Solutions and Ms. Julie (Wilson) Church ('95), Co-Founder, Owner, and Nutrition Director, Open Food+Body Wisdom. We thank Ashley and Julie for sharing their knowledge and experiences with our students.

Junior Brooklyn Jones attended Ignite by 4-H, an inclusive teen event held in Washington, D.C. on March 9-12. More than 650 young adults attended this summit which focused on agriculture, health, and STEM sciences. Brooklyn and her 4-H teammates attended as a part of their project, "Lead to Change," which is an initiative to start a statewide agricultural ambassador club in Wisconsin. At the conference, Brooklyn attended seminars, participated in mental health discussions, met with her 4-H group to research other agricultural ambassadors groups, had the opportunity to attend night tours of Washington D.C. and visit the Holocaust museum, and even heard a keynote by U.S. Surgeon General Dr. Vivek H. Murthy.

Do you have yard work or spring cleaning that needs to be done, such as hedge trimming or window washing? Consider hiring hard-working members of the WLHS Student Council for a few hours for a free-will donation. All money raised will go to the 2022-23 WLHS mission project to Thailand and Central Africa to aid in their mission work. Work days will be held on any Saturday or Sunday from April 1 & 2 to April 29 & 30, excluding Easter Sunday (April 9). To request a team, please E-mail workdays@wlhs.org and include your name, address, the work you need accomplished, and the day(s) this work could be completed.

Wisco wrestling had an exciting end to the 2022-23 season. At WIAA Individual State Wrestling Tournament the weekend of February 24-25, Izabella Riebe ('26) took home runner up, and Jordan Jackson ('23) captured fifth place. Wisco took to state five sectional champions including: Leah Lawrence ('25), Olivia Ramirez ('23), Jordan Jackson ('23), Coen Henn ('23), and Izabella Riebe ('26). Congratulations are also in order to Jordan Jackson and Izabella Riebe, selected by Woodlands Conference wrestling coaches, as Male Wrestler and Female Wrestler of the Year.

Under the Asbestos Hazard Emergency Response Act (AHERA) rule, all primary and secondary schools are required to develop and implement a plan for managing all building materials which contain asbestos. Included in the AHERA Act is the requirement to annually notify all workers and building occupants (or their guardians) of asbestos-related activities. Beginning in 1988, all buildings owned, leased, or under the control of WLHS were inspected by EPA accredited inspectors, with building material samples analyzed by an independent laboratory.

The curtain closed on our 2023 musical Big Fish - School Edition after a successful run of shows overflowing with heart, humor and spectacular stagecraft. Almost 2,000 people experienced the larger-than-life performances by our 82 talented student cast, chorus, crew, and orchestra who have been rehearsing for months. Thank you to our directors and supportive parents for an outstanding stage run. As always, to God be the glory.

Last week, our Student Council gave exemplary, meaningful service in supporting the Versiti Blood Center of Wisconsin. During the two day event, 116 donors registered, and we collected 86 successful donations. The goal was 75. Praise God for raising up students who lead and donate out of concern for others whom they don’t even know!

Sunday, March 12, marks the beginning of Daylight Savings. Remember to set your clocks ahead one hour Saturday night. While this means we will lose an hour of sleep Saturday night, we look forward to the extra hours of sunlight and hopefully spring-like weather to come!

Wisco seniors learned important lessons about finances at the Reality Store on March 7. After receiving an assigned life situation (marital status, children, debt, etc.), along with a "paycheck" based on the job they were assigned, students stopped at various stations to create a budget. Along the way, students "run into" real life expenses such as car repairs, medical bills, or child care. Thank you to all our volunteers who helped to make this event valuable for our students!

Thursday, March 16 marks the end of the third quarter. Parents, please remind your students to check their onCampus account. Click here to login. Be sure that all assignments are completed and entered. Final grades for third quarter will be available by Monday, March 20.

The enrollment contract is now available in your onCampus account (login here). A non-refundable enrollment deposit per student is required by Friday, March 31, to reserve your student's seat for the upcoming school year and to ensure course scheduling priority. This deposit is part of your student's total tuition for the school year, not an additional fee. The enrollment deposit does not apply to MPCP or WPCP students, however, ALL families need to complete the enrollment contract. The enrollment deposit is due at the time you submit your enrollment contract by electronic check or credit card. Regular monthly payments are due on the 1st or 15th of the month depending on what is chosen in the contract. Monthly payments can be made in person at WLHS (cash or check), via electronic check or credit card in your Tuition Management account through OnCampus, or over the phone with Smart Tuition (888-868-8828).

The Vikings combined their best shooting night of the season with a stifling defense to overwhelm Milwaukee Lutheran 81-32 and claim their third consecutive regional championship. 

Wisco advances to sectional finals on Thursday, March 9, to face conference rival Pius XI. The game will be played at Whitefish Bay High School (1200 E. Fairmont Avenue, Whitefish Bay) at 7:00 p.m. Tickets can be purchased here. No passes and no cash will be accepted at the door.

The spring pop-up store for official WLHS Viking apparel is now open! Click here to shop online. The spring store will be open through Wednesday March 22, just in time for fans to show their support during the spring sports season. Shipping is offered throughout the United States. However, if you are able to pick up your purchase at Wisconsin Lutheran High School, for FREE shipping, type in the WLHS address (330 N Glenview Ave., Milwaukee, WI 53213) as your shipping location.
 
Items rotate as these pop-up stores are offered. Take a look, and see what's new.

Junior students are reminded that they are required to take the ACT on Tuesday, March 7, as a part of their school-day schedule. Juniors, please arrive promptly by 7:30 a.m. Breakfast will be available that morning until 7:45 a.m. You will not be admitted to the testing rooms after the test has started. Parents, there is no cost. Students should stop by the Student Services Office for information to set up an ACT account as well as receive a test preparation booklet. This is an official ACT test. Scores from this test are necessary for most college applications. Dismissal will be at 1:00 p.m. Lunch will not be provided.

For three days only, WLHS will present Big Fish - School Edition. Overflowing with heart, humor and spectacular stagecraft, this musical reminds us why we love the theatre — for an experience that's richer, funnier and BIGGER than life itself. Performances will be held in our auditorium on Friday, March 3, and Saturday, March 4 at 7:00 p.m., and also on Sunday, March 5, at 1:00 p.m. Purchase tickets online here, or at the door before each performance. 

Attendees are also invited to an evening of Spaghetti & Songs, featuring the Wisco Kids and Inspiration choral ensembles, before the opening night show on Friday, March 3.

On Tuesday, March 7, seniors will pick up their free cap and gown packets for graduation when they get their graduation pictures taken. Pictures may be purchased using the link emailed to senior parents from In Focus Photography.

Included in the cap and gown packet are 10 tickets for the graduation ceremony. These are the only tickets each senior will receive. Please take note of the following important dates for seniors:

There will be no school for all freshmen and sophomores on Tuesday, March 7, due to juniors taking the ACT and the seniors participating in the Reality Store.

On Tuesday, March 7, all seniors will participate in the annual Reality Store, under Mr. Jason Goede's direction. The goal of this event is to teach our seniors how to spend, share, and save their God-given finances. Volunteers come in to help teach financial literacy to the students as they walk through a month of bill paying and dealing with the unexpected expenses (e.g. car repairs, medical bills) that adults experience. This is a mandatory school day for seniors. Students will be dismissed by 1:00 p.m. Breakfast will be served until 7:45 a.m., and lunch is not available that day.

Over Christmas break, our weight room received a much needed transformation. Upgrades include:

• new flooring that displays our re-designed WLHS Viking logo,
• a large strip of artificial turf to enable sled pulling and plyometric workouts,
• new double-sided workout racks, and
• re-arranged workout stations to accommodate larger groups.

The weight room is used year round by physical education classes, athletes training in-and-out of season, and Jr. Vikings sports program.

Wisconsin Lutheran is pleased to welcome and introduce to you, two student teachers from Martin Luther College at New Ulm, Minn. (pictured left to right): Mr. Lucas Martin and Ms. Isabelle Kettler. Mr. Martin is mentored by Ms. Tanya Tranberg in our world languages department. Ms. Kettler is mentored by Mrs. Lindsay Knight in our science department.

On February 24 & 25, the WLHS music department participated in the 2023 WSMA District Solo & Ensemble Festival. With more than 100 students participating in 71 different events, Wisco brought home 224 gold medals and 32 silver medals. Soloists from every graduation year earned trips to the state festival. Click here for a full results recap. Congratulations to all who participated!

Even in the winter, weekends in the dorm are full of fun activities! Every weekend has a different event planned. Recently teams of students battled it out in their own “Game Show.” They faced off in active contests like “cup flipping” relay races, used their brain power to unscramble words, and tested their musical knowledge by guessing the song lyrics. The winning team was crowned “Champion of Honey Creek Hall.”

On February 20, a day off from school, students from Honey Creek Hall traveled to Concordia University for a visit day.  They enjoyed lunch on campus, followed by an admissions presentation, campus tour, and Q&A session by a faculty panel.

Throughout the year, university tour experiences such as these give our dorm students a greater understanding of the wide breadth of US university options available to them and helps them hone in to the type of experience that is a best fit for them.

On Friday, March 3, the WLHS Choral Associates will host "Spaghetti and Songs," an evening of dinner and entertainment featuring the Wisco Kids and Inspiration choral ensembles. Dinner will be served from 4:30-6:30 p.m. Tickets for the spaghetti dinner can be purchased at the door at the cost of $10 for adults, $7 for children (grade school and under), and children 3 and under eat free.

Juniors in Living Christianity theology class discuss the mission and ministry of the church. The students review foundational truths of the law, gospel, and justification. As a final part of the unit, each student designs his or her own church — from its name to its mission statement to its core values. Along the way, students contemplate what in a church can vary and what must not change according to Scripture.

On February 21, WLHS students gathered for the third of four assemblies that address topics relevant to the challenges teens face. This quarter's topic was anxiety and depression in teens caused specifically by school-related stressors. Pastor Huebner led an opening devotion. Three student speakers shared their insights and experiences as well as coping strategies they have learned.

Guest speaker, Dr. Casey Holz, is a licensed practising psychologist and associate professor of psychology at Wisconsin Lutheran College.

As part of Black History Month activities, students participated in Soul, Rhythm & Rhymes Night on February 21. This event, now in its second year, allows students to read either previously-written or original poetry and to freestyle. 45 students presented as well as two faculty members. To top off the night, current parent LaShanna (Mimis) Minor ('96), cooked some amazing soul food to share. Stay tuned for next year's event!

Eight guys and three girls from the Wisco Vikings wrestling team qualified to compete at sectionals at Pewaukee High School. Of those eleven, five Wisco wrestlers captured sectional championships in his or her weight class and will move on to compete at the WIAA Individual State Wrestling Championships! Congratulations to (pictured left to right) Leah Lawrence ('25), Olivia Ramirez ('23), Jordan Jackson ('23), Coen Henn ('23), and Izabella Riebe ('26). Matches begin Thursday, February 23 at 3:00 p.m. at the Kohl Center (601 W Dayton Street) in Madison.

Winter Break is next Thursday and Friday, March 2 and 3. There will be no school those days. Enjoy the break! The school office hours will be 7:15 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. on Thursday and 7:15 a.m. - 1:00 p.m. on Friday. Classes resume on Monday, March 6.

During the months of February and March, WLHS will celebrate Black History Month. Activities include lunchroom games, door decorating, Soul, Rhythm and Rhymes Night (February 21), and dress-up days on Fridays. The first dress-up day is on Friday, February 17 - Pan African Flag Day: wear red, green, yellow and black.

WLHS is pleased to provide each senior with a graduation yard sign. Signs may be customized with the student's first name or simply grad. Each senior will be provided with one sign at no cost to the family. Additional signs are available for purchase at the cost of $10 per sign. Information was sent out on Monday to all seniors and their parents. Signs will be available for pick-up, along with their yearbook, on Thursday, May 18.

In its inaugural year, the WLHS chapter of Future Business Leaders of America (FBLA) is sending top-finishing students to State competition on April 17-18, in Green Bay. At the Wisconsin Regional Conference (Region 7) competition on February 4, at Big Foot High School (Walworth, Wis.), these students placed strong enough to qualify for State (pictured left to right):

• Dora Dinh ('24) - automatic qualifier (Coding & Programming)
• Adalin Bogenschneider ('25) - 2nd place (Advertising)
• Frank Quam-Pham ('24) - 3rd place (Political Science)
• Jack Goelz ('23) - 1st place (Insurance and Risk Management)

Film Club, a newly created club for the 2022-23 school year, invited alum Helena Sloan ('18), an associate producer for Milwaukee-based Swift Motion Pictures, to speak at one of their meetings. “This type of work requires you to be confident in yourself and to always be willing to learn," Helena said. Helena spoke to the film club students about working in the movie industry, what her day-to-day job entails when they are in the middle of filming, as well as the challenges and joys of being a young filmmaker. "What is most important to me is letting people know that it is possible to be creative and successful in this field in the city of Milwaukee.”

Are you interested in donating blood? Beginning February 17, you can click here to donate on Monday, February 27, or here to donate on Tuesday, February 28. The blood drive is held in the atrium at WLHS. Sign-ups are open until the day of the drive. Students who are 16-years-old and wish to donate blood will need to have the parental consent form here filled out. Please consider donating to save up to three lives!

Open enrollment for the Milwaukee Parental Choice Program is going on now. All current WLHS families participating in MPCP must re-apply online each year at the link here. MPCP families can email documents to choice@wlhs.org. Open enrollment closes Monday, February 20. For more information about MPCP, click here.

Congratulations to our seniors Jacob Alejandro, Allison Bauer, Wenli Chen, Silas Ebeling, and Jack Goelz who have advanced to National Merit Finalist standing. Jacob, Allison, Wenli, Silas and Jack are now in the top ten percent of the more than 1.5 million students who initially entered the National Merit Scholarship Competition their junior year.

There is no school for students on Monday, February 20. Teachers have professional development that day.

Everyone is invited to Soul, Rhythm & Rhymes Night on Tuesday, February 21, at 6:00 p.m. in the atrium at Wisconsin Lutheran High School. Students are encouraged to sign-up to read poetry (original or published works), or freestyle (school appropriate and  acappella). Soul food will be served. This event is one of others we are observing during our celebration of the Black History and Culture during February and March.

On Friday, March 3, the WLHS Choral Associates hosts "Spaghetti and Songs," an evening of dinner and entertainment featuring Wisco Kids Show Choir and Inspiration Vocal Jazz Ensemble. Dinner is served 4:30-6:30 p.m. in the cafeteria. The meal is "all-you-can-eat" and includes spaghetti with red sauce or chicken alfredo, garlic bread, salad, beverages, and desserts. Tickets can be purchased at the door at $10 for adults and $7 for students (through high school). Children three-and-under eat free.

Hello! My name is Aoi. I'm a junior and this is my first year at Wisco.

In the Clouds Winter Festival 2023 was an uplifting success! The week's activities included dress-up days, lunchtime activities, a movie night, and a competitive dodgeball tournament. At the festival pep rally, cheer, dance, and step teams performed, classes competed for the loudest battle cry, and basketball and wrestling teams were introduced. Senior Dakyis Davis was crowned Festival King.

One of the most effective ways to learn a concept is to teach it to someone else. In her English Foundations class, Mrs. Lisa Rouse ('02) uses this strategy with success. Following her lesson on recognizing rhetorical devices in Dr. Martin Luther King’s speeches (such as repetitions, metaphors, and allusions), students worked in teams and took turns finding other expressions and explaining in their own words how the expression is functioning in that passage. Added bonus: Maybe the seed of “future teacher” is planted in some.

WLHS is pleased to present the musical Big Fish — School Edition showing March 3 & 4, at 7:00 p.m. and March 5, at 1:00 p.m. Tickets can be purchased online here. 

Based on the celebrated novel by Daniel Wallace and the acclaimed film directed by Tim Burton, Big Fish centers on Edward Bloom, a traveling salesman who lives life to the full . . . and then some! Edward’s incredible, larger-than-life stories thrill everyone around him — most of all, his devoted wife Sandra. But their son Will, about to have a child of his own, is determined to find the truth behind his father’s epic tales.

The Wisconsin Project is an independent program run by the Wisconsin Optometric Association (WOA), a non-profit association of optometrists. The program offers comprehensive eye care services to children age 18 and under who are from low income, working families and have no insurance which covers vision and eye health care. For more information and to submit an application, visit their website here or contact student counselor Katie Chavez at katie.chavez@wlhs.org.

Reality Store, our annual financial literacy event, takes place on Tuesday, March 7, from 10:00 a.m.-1:00 p.m. To give our seniors an opportunity to learn about wise stewardship of their time and resources, we are in need of volunteers on this date. Those with experience in the areas of insurance, cars, and apparel are helpful, but we have many areas where life experience is valuable when working with our young people. If you can spare a few hours of time, please contact Mr. Jason Goede at jason.goede@wlhs.org.

As a convenience to our families, Blackbaud Tuition Management provides year end statements that lists payments made to a family's Tuition Management account for the 2022 calendar year and include the required tax ID number for Wisconsin Lutheran. Access your statement by logging in to your account through onCampus here, click on Resources, then Smart Tuition. From there you can click on "Family Year End Statement" which will trigger a PDF download to your computer. If you have any questions, contact Mrs. Becky Glass at becky.glass@wlhs.org or 414-453-4567 ext. 2291.

A group of eight South Korean and five Brazilian high school students participated in the WLHS winter camp program from January 20-February 5. Their first WLHS experience was the annual Lunar New Year Party. Additionally, each student was paired with a Wisco friend, an American student who they shadowed periodically throughout the school day.

At the pep rally on Friday, February 3, one of these three senior boys will be crowned as the 2023 Festival King. 

Pictured left to right are: Trevor Hoffman, Dakyis Davis, and Jamiir Allen. They will be escorted by Natalie Hatzung, Natalie Jones, and Kati Goba respectively.

Midterm grading day is Wednesday, February 8. Encourage your student to check his or her grades and make sure that all assignments are completed and turned in to date. If you have any questions or concerns, contact your student's teacher.

National School Choice Week shines a spotlight on the positive outcomes that students have achieved through the Choice programs. In 2023, National School Choice Week took place on January 22-28. WLHS is grateful for the expanded way Choice has allowed us to serve the congregations and elementary schools in our WLHS Conference.

Wednesday, February 1, 2023 is opening day for the Milwaukee Parental Choice Program (MPCP) and the Wisconsin Parental Choice Program (WPCP) for the 2023-24 school year. Click here for more information including required documents and deadlines.

Join us for 2023 Winter Festival pep rally in the main gymnasium at school on Friday, February 3, at 2:15 p.m. We will follow our pep rally schedule as noted here in the student handbook and planner. Classes end at 2:15 p.m. to allow for an all-school pep rally which concludes at 3:00 p.m. Parents are welcome to join us, but be ready for some noise!

While we don't believe the majority of our students are intentionally abusing their accounts, many may be inadvertently participating in group chats or other formats that are inappropriate. Our students' safety and spiritual welfare are our chief concerns; and we are grateful to be your partners in discipling our youth. Click here for more information from a past communication that will help you talk with your student and be more aware of their social media activity.

Last week, the Viking-2-Viking presentation focused on physical and occupational therapy. WLHS alumni Gracie Evans ('14), doctor of physical therapy at Neurologic Rehab at St. Luke's Hospital in the inpatient rehabilitation unit and Nate Cairs ('13), doctor of physical therapy at Senior Living PT, Assistant Supervisor at Aspen Trace in Indiana, spoke to juniors and seniors interested in these fields. We thank Gracie and Nate for sharing their insights and knowledge with our students.

Step right up and try your luck at over 45 fun games! Wisconsin Lutheran High School will be hosting the Kid's Carnival on Sunday, February 19, from 1:00-3:30 p.m. Children age 3 through third grade are invited to play games, meet live animals, and participate in other fun activities. Carnival tokens and wristbands can be purchased at the door, or online by clicking here.

Wisconsin Lutheran High School is pleased to announce the academic top ten for the Class of 2023:

1. Silas Ebeling (St. John's Lutheran Church & School, Wauwatosa)
2. Jacob Alejandro (St. John's Lutheran Church & School, Wauwatosa)
3. Allison Bauer (Garden Homes Lutheran Church & School, Milwaukee)
4. Zhongtian (Alex) Wang (Beijing, China)
5. Kyle Leverence (Mt. Calvary Lutheran Church, Waukesha & St. Paul's Lutheran School, Cudahy)
6. Jinyeong Kim (Seoul Lutheran Church, Suwon-si, South Korea)
7. Abigail Prosser (St. Paul's Lutheran Church & School, Muskego)
8. Wenli (Tiffany) Chen (Shanghai, China & St. John's Lutheran School, Wauwatosa)
9. Jack Goelz (St. Paul's Lutheran Church & School, Muskego)
10. Hannah Trotter (Grace Lutheran Church, Milwaukee and St. Paul's Lutheran School, Cudahy)

More than 1,300 WELS members gathered in Chicago for the 2023 WELS National Conference on Lutheran Leadership. For three days in January they dedicated themselves to learning about leading in the congregation and community as well as enjoying worship and fellowship. Rev. Dr. Phil Huebner, WLHS campus pastor, took 16 WLHS students along to participate in a WELS teens panel discussion. Dr. Joan Prince ('71) and Rev. Dr. Kenneth Fisher, president of WLHS, led a presentation titled “A Courageous Conversation on Modeling Gospel-Centered Unity.” Click here for a recap of the conference.

In the Clouds (inspired by Disney Pixar's movie Up) is the theme for this year's Festival. Student council has planned exciting dress-up days, a movie night, lunch-time activities, dodgeball tournament, pep rally when a Festival king is crowned, and a dance.

The WLHS Robotics Team competed in the Patriot Games FTC Qualifier tournament this past Saturday. The team went 5-0 in qualifiers and was ranked third out of 24 teams. To God be the glory!

On January 20, after chapel, Campus Pastor Huebner announced the United States mission trips for this summer. All students are welcome to apply, however, upperclassmen receive preference for selection. Applications, including the parent and student form and release of liability, are due Wednesday, January 25 at 3:00 p.m. 

Read more for locations and tentative dates:

Even though hockey is not a sport offered at WLHS, senior Clara Kammholz has been playing hockey since fourth grade. A goalie for the Chicago Mission AAA Youth Hockey Girls Team, Clara has secured a full athletic scholarship to play hockey at Long Island University, Brooklyn, New York, next fall. Clara plans to major in biomedical sciences. We wish Clara God's richest blessings on her future!

Each year the WLHS Residential Program hosts a Lunar New Year party to celebrate the biggest holiday of the year for our students coming from countries including China, South Korea, and Vietnam. The 2023 party again featured delicious cuisines from Asian countries, fun games and trivia, and cultural activities such as calligraphy. We thank the many helping hands from students and staff that made the event a huge success, and we wish everyone a blessed and prosperous Year of the Rabbit!

Our food service, Taher, periodically sends an executive chef to their sites. We are pleased to welcome Chef John Sugimura, a Japanese-raised, Minnesota-born, second generation professionally trained sushi chef and a graduate of the prestigious Sushi Institute of America in Little Tokyo. He is working with our kitchen staff to introduce Japan's iconic street food to our students and staff, including Gyoza dumplings, Yakisoba, and Karaage Don. Chef Sugimura is also working with our Food Tech and ProStart students during their classes and sharing his knowledge of Japanese cuisine.

The New Berlin Junior Woman's Club (NBJWC) is excited to announce their 4th annual Pop-up Boutique. This is an opportunity to sell your prom, homecoming, winter formal dresses as well as cocktail and evening gowns. All items must be clean, untorn, and in saleable condition.

For the month of January and February, the Wisco football team has partnered once again with our WLHS Conference Elementary Schools for the Reading Buddy Program. Pictured here are visits to Star of Bethlehem Lutheran School, Mount Calvary Lutheran School, Zion Lutheran School, Risen Savior Lutheran School, and St. Paul's, Muskego Lutheran School. The football team will visit a total of 15 grade schools in the next few weeks, so stay tuned to see if they visit your school next!

A grade school teacher shared, "Thanks for bringing the football players in today! The [kindergarteners] will be talking about their visit for some time. They were so happy to have the picture bookmark to take home. The boys are always so personable — I love the way they seem so comfortable with the [kindergarteners] and you are right, I can see them being teachers someday! Thanks again!"

ProStart students practiced their restaurant management skills in a Marketing Tactic Throwdown during December. The students competed against other ProStart students throughout the state and were judged by various professionals in the Culinary Industry. Congratulations to Jianna Matthews ('25) for taking first place with her "Queen's Feast" Coupon promotional tactic shown here.

One of the blessings of a WLHS education is the opportunity to support WELS missions at home and abroad. WLHS has a partnership with mission church St John's Ev. Lutheran School, on the Caribbean island of Antigua and each year collects school supplies in a school-wide drive. Five students had the opportunity to deliver several hundred pounds of supplies including 32 chromebooks.

Wisconsin Lutheran High School collaborates with Blackbaud Financial Aid Management to process tuition assistance requests. Click here to apply for tuition assistance for the 2023-24 school year. Financial Aid Management instructions can be downloaded here. The deadline to apply is Tuesday, January 31, 2023.

On Friday, January 13, Wisconsin Lutheran High School will hold its annual worship service to thank God for the civil rights movement. The theme of the service is taken from our text in Acts 10, God does not show favoritism. Pastor Ray Kimbrough from St. Philip's Lutheran Church, will give the address. Mrs. Becky Metzger, Mr. Jeff Krumbein, and Mr. Seth Kock will assist in worship. The service will be livestreamed here at 8:30 a.m. We will follow the morning assembly schedule that day which can be found here.

First year Spanish students are starting off semester two by diving into authentic texts written entirely in Spanish. Yana Puryear ('26) (pictured) enjoys one of the several new literary selections the World Languages Department has adopted this year. With careful choosing, students are encouraged to discover how much they are able to understand so early on in their language studies!

At the end of December, Fox 6 named senior Noel Greene the High School Hot Shot of the week. Noel's grandfather encouraged her love of basketball by playing pick-up in her driveway, and now she's the captain of our WLHS varsity basketball team with a current 11-3 record and some lofty goals. To see the full interview, click here.

Click here to see a list of the second quarter honor roll recipients. Congratulate these students on their diligence and hard work.

Please note that there will be no school on Monday, January 16, in observance of Martin Luther King, Jr. Day. Our faculty will meet for professional development.

The library was a busy place first semester! 112 classes and clubs made use of the library space and its resources. Specialized library guides for research and classes were created as well as special book lists. Our library has over 55 databases with a wide variety of topics and reading levels. Over 28,684 searches were completed in our library databases this semester. 

The library is more than just books, but they're important too! Of the 8,967 books in the library, there were 1,802 checkouts last semester. 200 new books were added to the library which included creating two new sections, Manga and Spanish language books. The top three most popular titles were: