WLHS Advantage Fall 2023 | Grade School Parent Publication
Meet the New Admissions Team
We’re Excited to Share WLHS with You!
The WLHS admissions team is looking forward to introducing Wisco to grade school students and their parents. The team is made up of three alumni who know Wisco well – Mr. Brad Wetzel (’98), Mr. Brian Gottschalk (’96), and Mrs. Meg Schuessler (’97). Throughout the year, you’ll see them hosting grade school events, visiting classrooms, and delivering chapel. Mr. Brad Wetzel, Whenever you spot them, feel Director of Admissions free to introduce yourself and ask them any questions you may have. They’re always more than happy to talk about Wisco and how the combination of Faith, Opportunity, Character, Unity, and Support positions young men and women for future success.
Carpool Assistance To help parents get students to and from school, WLHS is now offering the GoKid carpool app. Parents can connect with other families who are nearby to set up and manage carpools. The app integrates with calendars and sends helpful pick up or drop off reminders.
Mr. Brian Gottschalk, Admissions Counselor
Mrs. Meg Schuessler, Admissions Counselor
Admissions Calendar Admission applications available at wlhs.org/admissions – October 15 Scholarship applications available at wlhs.org/scholarships – December 1-31 Tuition assistance applications available at wlhs.org/tuitionassistance – December 1-31 Milwaukee Parental Choice Program enrollment period, apply at dpi.wi.gov – February 1-20
To schedule a visit to WLHS, contact Brad Wetzel (’98), director of admissions, at 414-453-4567 ext. 1322 or brad.wetzel@wlhs.org 2
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Wisconsin Parental Choice Program enrollment period, apply at dpi.wi.gov – February 1–April 20
Strong Freshman Enrollment Continues
This school year, WLHS welcomed more than 900 young men and women to its campus.
Students are coming from near and far – Waukesha, Wauwatosa, South Milwaukee, Menomonee Falls, and the state of Colorado. We also have international students who have traveled thousands of miles for an education at WLHS.
Meet Our
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Where Success Means More 11 WELS grade school sent 50% or more of their eighth graders to WLHS. • • • • • • • • • • •
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Meet Our New Teachers
This year we’ve added seven talented professionals to our faculty and staff. Math and Trade & Technology Departments
Social Studies Department Mrs. Sarah Bauer
Mr. Josh Bauer Mr. Josh Bauer knows Wisco well since he served on the WLHS board of directors from 2016-22 and his wife, Mrs. Sarah Bauer, has taught part-time at the high school for the past two years. Mr. Bauer will teach Geometry and Exploratory Wood/Metal. Josh Bauer Prior to joining WLHS, he spent 18 years at Garden Homes Lutheran School in Milwaukee where he taught sixth grade. Early in his career, he taught fifth and sixth grade at Abiding Word Lutheran in Houston. Bauer earned a master’s degree from Wisconsin Lutheran College (WLC) and bachelor’s degree from Martin Luther College (MLC).
Science Department Mrs. Emmalie Bitter
Emmalie Bitter
Mrs. Emmalie Bitter will teach Biology and is excited to share her love of science with students. She was previously a science teacher and dorm supervisor at Luther Preparatory School in Watertown, Wis., and earned her bachelor’s degree in Life Science Education from MLC.
Sarah Bauer
Mrs. Sarah Bauer, wife of Mr. Josh Bauer, joins WLHS this year as a full-time social studies teacher. She had previously taught part-time. Early in her career, she taught seventh and eighth grade at Abiding Word Lutheran in Houston. Bauer has a bachelor’s degree in Education from MLC.
Mr. Sam Wallace Mr. Sam Wallace will teach World Geography, American Government, and World History. Prior to joining WLHS, he taught World History, Geography, Civics, Economics, and Personal Finance at New Holstein High School in New Holstein, Wis., for Sam Wallace seven years. Wallace earned a master’s degree in Administration and Curriculum and a bachelor’s degree in Secondary Education, Social Studies, and Adaptive Education from WLC.
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Mr. Pete Langebartels Mr. Pete Langebartels will teach a variety of science classes and serve as an assistant coach for the freshman football team. Mr. Langebartels comes to WLHS with a wealth of experience, having taught at several Milwaukee schools, including St. Marcus Pete Langebartels Lutheran School, Siloah Lutheran School, and Hope High School. He also spent four years at East Fork Lutheran School in Whiteriver, Ariz. Langebartels has a master’s degree from Walden University and a bachelor’s degree from MLC.
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WILL Hold ME FAST “So do not fear, for I am with you; do not be dismayed, for I am your God. I will strengthen you and help you; I will uphold you with my righteous right hand.” (Isaiah 41:10)
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Meet Our New Staff Student Services Department Mr. Grey Davis
Mr. Grey Davis will lead the Student Services Department and also teach a social studies class. He comes to WLHS from St. Croix Lutheran Academy in West St. Paul, Minn., where he was the director of student residence and a social studies Grey Davis teacher for seven years. He earned his master’s degree in Education in Leadership and bachelor’s degree in Education in Secondary Social Studies from MLC.
Student Success Center Mrs. Elizabeth Koester
Elizabeth Koester
Mrs. Elizabeth Koester is joining the Student Success Center, which focuses on supporting students with their learning needs and overall success. Mrs. Koester earned a master’s degree in Special Education and bachelor’s degree in Elementary and Secondary Education from MLC.
120 Years of God’s Grace in the School Ministry 1903-2023
Four New Classes Added AP Spanish Language and Culture Taught by Mr. Micah Hernandez, the course will explore literature, music, writing, conversation, and cultures of Spanish-speaking countries in order to prepare students to pursue degrees in Spanishrelated fields in college. Biblical Hermeneutics This new senior religion elective is taught by Mr. Ben Carlovsky and will study the Biblical interpretation that draws out the author’s (not the reader’s) intended meaning. The goal of the course is to deepen students’ ability to read and properly apply the Holy Scriptures. Calculus 2 and Calculus 3 – Dual Credit Program Mr. Marc Shambeau will teach two new courses at WLHS so advanced math students can earn up to eight college calculus credits through a partnership with WLC. Mr. Shambeau has spent the last two years completing the 18 graduate level math credits needed to teach dual credit college courses.
New Student Success Center WLHS has expanded its student support services with the addition of the Student Success Center (SCC). The SCC is designed to serve all students, including those who have individual learning needs. The center is staffed by two special education teachers, Mr. Randall Strutz and Mrs. Liz Koester, and two support staff, Mr. Kenton Fabian and Mrs. Stephanie Lamas.
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TUITION ASSISTANCE AND SCHOLARSHIPS WLHS awards more than $800,000 in tuition assistance and scholarships. The amount of tuition assistance provided ranges from $750 to nearly $6,000 per student, based on financial need and timing of the student’s application.
Visit wlhs.org/tuitionassistance or wlhs.org/scholarships for more information