2022 Fall Contact

WLHS Contact

Fall 2022 | Alumni & Friends Magazine

Welcome

A Message from Dr. Ken Fisher

President of the WLHS Conference

The Harvest is Plentiful . . . the Workers Are Few

The pages of this Contact are filled with profound blessings. But if you asked me what is the most precious gift God gives to this ministry — besides the tender souls of young adults to shepherd for four years — I’d suggest it is the legacy of committed, Christ-centered educators that Christ continues to supply.

Each year some called workers leave for other callings or retire. And somehow God supplies the need. This year was no different. But then again, it was different. The last classes were not covered until a few weeks before school.

The shortage of teachers across our country is real. We are not immune. But what we need in those who teach is different. We hold them to a higher standard — to be “above reproach” (1 Timothy 3:2). We ask our faculty to instruct and train our students in harmony with God’s Word as revealed in the Bible and professed in the confessional writings of the Lutheran Church. Each Lutheran teacher is a special gift from God — and getting more challenging to find.

Our strategic plan recognizes the importance of both identifying and encouraging our own students to consider public ministry, especially students of color, and tracking alumni who could potentially teach at WLHS.

It is interesting that more than forty percent of WLHS’ faculty are alumni. But not surprising! Graduates of this school remember teachers who changed the trajectory of their lives. Many aspire to come home and impact others in a similar way. A few weeks before school started, retired Major Kurt Nygaard (’75), a West Point graduate and an experienced engineer, stepped forward and agreed to take two sections of our engineering curriculum. What a blessing!

Could you be the next alumni who reports for duty? Have you ever considered teaching at WLHS? We struggle to keep track of everyone who might be considered for a Divine Call. If you’re one who we have missed, please consider letting us know of your willingness to be considered for ministry here.

We are asking God to supply more workers, as Jesus once noted, “The harvest is plentiful but the workers are few” (Matthew 9:37).

Cordially in Christ’s service,

WLHS

In This Issue

To God the Glory!

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2022 WLHS Report Card Pages 4-5 Meet Our New Teachers Pages 6-7 Zeitler Stadium Hosts Homecoming Pages 8-9 Homecoming 2022 Pages 10-11 Where Success Means More Pages 12-13 Reunions Pages 14-15 Alumni Updates Page 16

In Loving Memory Page 17 WLHS News & WLHS Foundation Page 18 32nd Annual Friends of Wisco Golf Outing Page 19 2022 Flag Blessing Back Page

Upcoming Events

For up-to-date information visit wlhs.org/calendar or download the Wisco app at the Apple App Store or Google Play.

2022-23 School Theme

Christ is My Cornerstone (Ephesians 2:19-20)

Our Mission

Compelled by Christ’s love, guided by the Great Commission, and rooted in God’s Word . . .

Wisconsin Lutheran High School prepares young adults for productive, Christ-centered lives in a diverse world.

Our Vision

Renowned for its distinctive Lutheran values, superior academics, diverse student body and award-winning co-curricular activities . . .

Wisconsin Lutheran High School is where every student finds success to the glory of God.

On the Cover:

The new outdoor athletic complex at WLHS is now complete.

Rev. Dr. Kenneth Fisher President of

Dr. Ken Fisher

Strong Freshman Enrollment

This school year, God has blessed WLHS with 938 young souls to guide and shepherd. The increase in enrollment is thanks in part to a bright, talented, and energetic freshman class that is one of the largest in more than two decades.

Meet Our International Students

This year, WLHS boasts its largest and most diverse group of international students ever.

70 students from 18 countries • 35 returning and 35 new students • First students from Cameroon and Republika Srpska, an autonomous region of Bosnia and Herzegovina

at the Homecoming Pep Rally

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Wisco Witnesses in the World Wisco Witnesses in the World is a serviceminded group. Students have the opportunity to practice the lessons they learn every day in school, including sharing the love of Jesus through outreach and community service activities.

Wisco Witnesses in the World Wisco Witnesses in the World is a serviceminded group. Students have the opportunity to practice the lessons they learn every day in school, including sharing the love of Jesus through outreach and community service activities.

students mission trips in 2022

WLHS’ best scores, as reported to colleges, show the top 75 percent of seniors averaged 22.8 (70th percentile) on the ACT. Achieving at the 70th percentile means a student scored in the top third of all students nationwide.

WLHS’ best scores, as reported to colleges, show the top 75 percent of seniors averaged 22.8 (70th percentile) on the ACT. Achieving at the 70th percentile means a student scored in the top third of all students nationwide.

WLHS students scored 3 or higher (on a scale of 1-5) on 205 AP exams for a total of 615 college credit savings of seniors participated in at least one AP class

ACT Perfection

ACT Perfection

WLHS junior Jack Goelz, achieved a perfect ACT score on the first try of taking the test.

WLHS junior Jack Goelz, achieved a perfect ACT score on the first try of taking the test.

Of the 1.3 million students who took the exam nationally in 2021, only 4,055 achieved a perfect score (.5 percent).

Of the 1.3 million students who took the exam nationally in 2021, only 4,055 achieved a perfect score (.5 percent).

total WLHS students who achieved a perfect ACT score in the past five years

Supporting All Students

Supporting All Students

Students entering WLHS below grade level in math and language arts nearly doubled their projected yearly academic growth, based on their initial score.

Students entering WLHS below grade level in math and language arts nearly doubled their projected yearly academic growth, based on their initial score.

From Measures of Academic Progress (MAP) standardized testing.

From Measures of Academic Progress (MAP) standardized testing.

Wisconsin Lutheran High School www.wlhs.org 2022 Report Card

Diversity

Building on the Legacy Project Update

Building on the Legacy ’s $6.5M capital campaign made upgrades to the outdoor athletic facilities. Upgrades included: turf on the main and multi-purpose fields, new track, digital scoreboard, upgraded lighting, increased parking,

Embracing the Great Commission

Embracing the Great Commission

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WLHS continues to broaden its reach across the globe with its most diverse population ever. International enrollment for 2022-23 matches the largest ever.

70 International students

19 Different countries in the residential program 21 International students in the 2022 graduating class First students in 2021-2022 from

the 1.3 million entrants, less than 2 percent earned this prestigious recognition

the 1.3 million entrants, less than 2 percent earned this prestigious recognition

National Merit Scholarships 5 total WLHS

total WLHS finalists School-wide Mission Project Dollars Raised

Waukesha District total Baptisms 72 students Baptized Since 2017 231 Overall

WELS Co-curricular Activities Students in One or More

area Lutheran High Schools and Prep Schools had a total of seven finalists nationwide. No other school , besides WLHS, had more than two. Fine Arts Audience Attendance at all concerts/venues

Wauwatosa District total Athletic Conference Champions Including softball’s first ever appearance at WIAA State

Meet Our New Teachers

This year, we’ve added nine talented professionals to our faculty and staff, including two who are WLHS alums.

Art Department

Ms. Rachel Rosenberg

Ms. Rachel Rosenberg joins the WLHS art department, teaching Exploratory Art, Drawing, and AP Art. Ms. Rosenberg previously taught at Kettle Moraine Middle School, St. Lucas Lutheran School, and American School of Bangkok. She has a master’s degree in Art from The Art of Education University and a bachelor’s in Art, Education, and Wide Range Art from Wisconsin Lutheran College (WLC).

Athletics Department

Mr. Micah Walz (‘00)

Mr. Micah Walz (‘00) joins WLHS as athletic director. Mr. Walz has strong ties to Wisco as an alum, son of retired vice principal Dale Walz, and brother of Justin (‘96) and Ryan (‘92). Previously, Walz served as an interim principal, teacher, and athletic director at three WELS grade schools –Star of Bethlehem, St. Jacobi, and Garden Homes. He has a master’s degree in Curriculum and Instruction from the University of Wisconsin –Milwaukee and a bachelor’s in Education from Martin Luther College (MLC).

English Department

Mrs. Stacy Bitter

Mrs. Stacy Bitter joins the WLHS English department, teaching American Literature 2 and English 9. Mrs. Bitter came to WLHS from Shining Star Christian Schools where she was vice president of academic affairs. Prior to that, she was a teacher and director of curriculum and instruction at St. John’s Lutheran School, Milwaukee. Bitter has a master’s degree in Curriculum and Instruction from WLC and a bachelor’s degree in Elementary Education from MLC.

Mrs. Dawn Strand

Mrs. Dawn Strand joins the WLHS English department full time, teaching Composition and Business Communication.

Mrs. Strand has been with WLHS since 2011 as a teaching assistant in the College Readiness Continuum program. Prior to WLHS, Strand taught at Fairview Lutheran School, St. Jacobi Lutheran School, St. Paul Lutheran School in North Hollywood, Calif., and St. John Lutheran School in Victorville, Calif. She has a bachelor’s degree in Education from MLC.

Rachel Rosenberg

Micah Walz

Dawn Strand

Stacy Bitter

Mr. Matt Bilitz executive director of the WLHS Foundation and Mission Advancement

Rev. Heath Butler theology instructor and soccer coach

Celebrating 25 Years in the Ministry

Mrs. Amy Goede (‘94) English department coordinator and English instructor

Mr. Ryan Walz (‘92) physical education department coordinator and boys’ basketball coach

Family and Consumer Education (FACE) Department

Mrs. Erin Koschnitzke

Mrs. Erin Koschnitzke joins WLHS full time, teaching in the FACE and physical education departments as well as assisting with girls’ basketball and softball. Mrs. Koschnitzke has been part time with WLHS since 2020. She previously taught at Lakeside Lutheran in Lake Mills, Trinity Lutheran School in West Bend, Christ the Lord Lutheran Elementary School in Houston, Texas, and Our Savior in Naples, Fla. She has a bachelor’s degree from MLC.

Mrs. Angela (Priewe) Livingston (’05)

Mrs. Angela (Priewe) Livingston (’05) joins WLHS full time, teaching Food Techniques and the ProStart curriculum. Prior to WLHS, Mrs. Livingston taught at Atonement Lutheran School, Kettle Moraine Lutheran High School, Northland Lutheran High School in Kronenwetter, Wis., and St. Peters Lutheran School in Sturgeon Bay. Livingston has a master’s degree in Education and a bachelor’s from MLC.

Math Department

Mrs. Rachel Rimpel

Mrs. Rachel Rimpel joins the WLHS math department, teaching Geometry and Algebra 3. Prior to WLHS, Mrs. Rimpel taught at Christ the King Academy in Palm Coast, Fla., Our Savior Lutheran in San Antonio, Texas, and Living Word Christian Academy in Mission Viejo, Calif. She earned her bachelor’s degree in Education from MLC.

Meet Our New Teachers

Science Department

Mrs. Sofia Bitter

Mrs. Sofia Bitter joins the WLHS science department, teaching Chemistry and Physical Science. Prior to WLHS, Mrs. Bitter taught at Atonement Lutheran School. She earned bachelor’s degrees in Life Science and Chemistry from MLC.

Theology Department

Mr. Josh Rimpel

Mr. Josh Rimpel joins the WLHS theology department, teaching Foundations of Christianity, Heritage of Our Faith, and Introduction to Christianity. Mr. Rimpel previously served as an assistant principal, activities director, and teacher at Christ the King Lutheran Academy in Palm Coast, Fla. Prior to that, he was principal and teacher at Our Savior Lutheran School in San Antonio, Texas, and Living Word Christian Academy in Mission Viejo, Calif. Rimpel has a master’s degree in Educational Leadership and a bachelor’s in Education from MLC.

Sofia Bitter

Angela Livingston

Erin Koschnitzke

Sarah Bauer

2022-23 School Theme

Wisconsin Lutheran High Schoo l n 2022-23

Josh Rimpel

Zeitler Stadium Hosts Homecoming

As part of Homecoming 2022, the new $6.5 million Zeitler Stadium, Victory Field, and Sitz Track were officially dedicated.

The stadium was named after Kevin (‘08) and Sara (Braun) Zeitler (’08) who were major donors to the athletic complex.

The Sitz family has a long legacy at WLHS and Sitz Track is named after Carleton Sitz and Jeff Sitz (’74). Wisco friends and family of Jeff Sitz raised the funds necessary to surprise him with naming rights. Carleton taught at WLHS for 35 years and started the track program after Wisconsin Lutheran and Milwaukee Lutheran high schools split in 1955. Jeff joined WLHS in 1981 and served as the school’s athletic director for nearly 40 years.

“We are looking forward to seeing the completed Building on the Legacy outdoor athletic project when we are back in Wisconsin. It’s been amazing to see the progress through updates and photos, but we can’t wait to walk out onto Victory Field. It’s going to be a special moment for a project that means so much to both of us.”

— Kevin (‘08) and Sara (Braun) Zeitler (‘08)

Victory Field

Victory Field has been put to use nearly every day since it was completed in September. It’s hosted physical education classes, football practices, soccer games, Jr. Vikings training camps, and more.

Jr. Viking Flag Football Camp

First Football Practice

First Phy Ed Class

Varsity Soccer Game

Homecoming 2022

This year’s 1950s-themed Homecoming was a spirited week at Wisconsin Lutheran. Students and faculty participated in a variety of fun dress-up days (pictured below) including: School Spirit day, Carry Anything But a Backpack day, and Adam Sandler day. Senior Riley Rindfleisch (St. John’s Lutheran School, Wauwatosa) took home the title of Mr. Wisco (pictured middle row right). Senior girls triumphed over junior girls in powderpuff football. Senior Nora Stroh (Christ Lutheran School) was crowned homecoming queen at the pep rally, escorted by Eli Lepke (St. Paul’s Lutheran School, Muskego), along with court princesses Yoesmarie Rivera (St. John’s Lutheran School, Milwaukee), escorted by Noah Oertel (Trinity Lutheran School) and Noel Greene (St. John’s Lutheran School, Wauwatosa), escorted by Xavier Foreman (Garden Homes Lutheran School).

Where Success Means More

WLHS prepares students for careers that range from the trades to technology to teaching. Meet four alumni who are in the legal profession.

JoAnn

Gromowski

(’88)

Law Firm, LLC Marquette University Law School, Juris Doctor

Gromowski

My Career: I am a solo practitioner with a focus on contracts, real estate, business law, estate planning, and elder law.

WLHS Experience: For me, high school was a social event. I loved all of the activities – playing sports, being in the choir, singing at different churches on Sunday mornings, staying after school to work on projects, and hanging out with friends and goofing around. Since we spent so much time together, I’m still close with many of my Wisco friends.

Wise Words: Vice Principal Luedke was the one who really impacted my career choice. He was honest and direct with me. He advised me to find something I liked, put some effort into it, and challenge myself. His words stuck with me and are what influenced me to become a lawyer.

Dedication: The Wisco teachers were always so involved and cared about us. They’d take extra time to check in and see if you needed help with anything. It’s the same when I visit now. I see how the students and teachers interact and it’s like a big family that’s filled with love. That’s truly something special at Wisco.

Christian Foundation: While I didn’t realize how important it was at the time, I’m so thankful for the Christian foundation that was instilled in me. It’s stayed with me throughout my life. I learned to trust in Christ and come to him in good times and bad.

Paul Bugenhagen, Jr. (’98) Waukesha Circuit Court Judge Thomas M. Cooley Law School, Juris Doctor

My Career: First elected in 2015, I am in my second term as a Waukesha County Circuit Court Judge.

High Standards: Wisco was challenging in a good way. A lot was expected of you. You were pushed and your abilities were tested but there was always Christian support around you.

Role Models: I didn’t realize it at the time but my wrestling and cross country coaches helped shape my life. Coach Greschner, Coach Plamann, Coach Lueck, and Coach Schaper cared about you as a person. They wanted you to challenge yourself and were encouraging and helped you grow from your wins and losses. My high school coaches taught me to trust in God and trust your faith.

Career Growth: My wife, Crosby (Janda) Bugenhagen, and I are both 1998 Wisco grads. I was a lawyer first and decided to take a leap of faith to run for judge. Crosby supported me in that just like my Wisco coaches and teachers supported me.

Giving Back: I’ve been coaching wrestling at Wisco since 2004 because I wanted to give back to today’s students. My Wisco coaches gave me guidance and were so instrumental in my life that I felt it was important for me to contribute my talents as I could.

Lifelong Friends: I still see my Wisco friends regularly. We have a common bond of faith and a shared understanding of where we come from.

Where Success Means More

Robin Lehninger (‘07) Dykema Gossett PLLC University of Minnesota Law School, Juris Doctor

University of Minnesota Humphrey School of Public Affairs, Master of Public Policy

My Career: I advise healthcare clients and a variety of other businesses in corporate and transactional matters – from initial formation and investment to general contracting to an exit event or public offering.

Advanced Academics: Wisco set me up to succeed academically in college. My AP courses let me skip some gen ed requirements, and the strong foundation in writing and analysis prepared me for the honors college coursework at Valparaiso. Even today, I spend most of my work hours reading, analyzing, and writing. While the content has evolved over time, I started developing that skillset at Wisco.

Musical Impact: I was very involved in music all four years, participating in choirs, the musicals, and playing piano. That hasn’t changed much – I have continued to sing and play in church ever since. I credit Mrs. Schram, Mrs. Flanagan, and Mr. Goede’s excellent instruction and passion for choral music for cultivating my love of music and encouraging me to remain active in it.

Guiding Light: One of Mr. Zellmer’s sayings has always stuck with me, “Remember who you are in Jesus.” It’s a comforting reminder I have kept close in navigating both a secular profession and the “real world” in general.

Real World: The diversity of Wisco’s student body continues to increase. It is so important that students get to know peers from a wide variety of backgrounds in a supportive environment, and it’s exciting to watch that continue to evolve with every new class of students both from the Milwaukee metro and across the world.

Randall Guse (’87) Otjen Law Firm, S.C. Marquette University Law School, Juris Doctor

My Career: I currently practice with the Otjen Law Firm in Waukesha as a trial attorney defending doctors, nurses, and hospitals – throughout Wisconsin and in federal court – who are defendants in medical malpractice lawsuits.

Career Interest: At Wisco, I took American Government and Business Law with Mr. Probst. Through those two classes, I discovered law was a subject of interest to me.

Teacher Influence: Mr. Probst remains one of my favorite teachers and he was a good friend for a long time. He taught his classes much like a college course since he expected you to establish a position and argue it. For a number of years, I helped coach the WLHS mock trial team.

Welcoming Environment: I came to Wisco from a small school and I knew only one person but I found everyone was welcoming and I was able to meet people quickly. My friends were the ones I could count on to pick me up when I needed it.

Family Feeling: To me, Wisco was like a family even though we were over 900 students. It felt like everyone was looking out for you – teachers, coaches, and classmates. We were a tight-knit class and it seemed like we were there for each other.

Christ Centered: During high school, I established a firm faith foundation that was reinforced through chapel and religion classes. Having that faith has been so important because it gets you through the challenges and difficult times that can be part of life.

Reunions

For up-to-date information about all reunions, visit wlhs.org/ reunions.

Class of 1957

The Class of 1957 celebrated their 65-year reunion on August 12.

Class of 1958

On August 19, classmates and spouses met for a luncheon at the Brisco County Wood Grill in Menomonee Falls.

Class of 1961

Classmates gathered to celebrate their "Golden" 61-year reunion on August 18.

Class of 1970 & 1971

The

Class of 1967

Classmates and spouses celebrated their 55-year reunion on August 19 & 20.

Reunions

The

Class of 2002

The Class of 2002 celebrated their 20-year reunion on August 20.

Class of 1972

Class of 1972 gathered to celebrate on July 29 & 30 for their 50-year reunion.

Class of 1970 and Class of 1971 held a joint reuinon on August 5, reconnecting after COVID to celebrate 50-year reunions.

Alumni Updates

To kickoff the cross country season, on August 27, head boys coach Eric Lueck (‘87) organized a first-ever alumni race. Later in the day, Coach Lueck hosted a special gathering of WLHS alumni at his house. Coach Lueck celebrated his 30th year of coaching WLHS cross country teams, and more than 40 young men celebrated this milestone and enjoyed a night of team memories.

Cindy (Fitzsimmons)

Krueger (‘99) and her husband, Carey, welcomed two new members to their family. Twin boys, Ellis Anson and Kai August, were born on September 1, 2022.

Cindy serves WLHS as the Director of Alumni Relations. The Krueger family resides in Wauwatosa.

Jaime (Steinbrecher)

Drewitz (‘05) and her husband, Matthew, welcomed their third child, Matthias Tristan, on March 26, 2022. Matthias is the grandson of the late Mark Steinbrecher (‘72). He is loved by his big sisters Johanna (7) and Elnora (4). Jaime teaches at St. Jacobi Lutheran Grade School in Greenfield and Matthew works at Denco Manufacturing in New Berlin.

On June 18, 2022, Joshua (‘09) and Elizabeth (Tomczak) Kneser (’10) were married at Woodlawn Lutheran Church. Rev. Thomas Kneser (’73) was the officiating minister. The couple resides in Milwaukee with their three cats and new puppy. Liz is a Special Education Paraprofessional for Whitnall School District and Josh is an Arcade Technician at Red’s Novelty in West Allis.

Christel (Frey) Strutz (‘11) and her husband, Randy, welcomed daughter Natalie Joy on May 6, 2022. Randy serves as Extended Learning Instructor and Girls Varsity Basketball Coach at WLHS. Christel serves as 3rd grade teacher at St. Paul’s, Muskego. The Strutz family resides in South Milwaukee.

Tyler Parbs (‘14) was featured as a Rising Star in Real Estate in the May 2022 edition of the Milwaukee Biz Times with his role as Vice President of Investments at Milwaukeebased development firm J. Jeffers & Co. In his role, he is responsible for deal and capital sourcing, legal and tax structuring, and transactional closings for the company’s regional pipeline of projects.

Submit a

Special Life

Update such as engagements/weddings, births, military service, awards, work accomplishments, etc. for the WLHS Contact magazine to Director of Alumni Relations Cindy Krueger (‘99) at cynthia.krueger@wlhs.org.

Class of 1941

Lorraine (Schnell) Raabe October 21, 2022

Class of 1942

Viola (Suelflow) Strzyzewski October 4, 2022

Class of 1943

Geraldine (Small) Burkee September 28, 2022

Class of 1946

Elaine (Schult) Vorpagel June 21, 2022

Alice (Friday) Staab July 10, 2022

Ruth (Manthey) Wade March 4, 2021

Class of 1947

Jeanne (Lemke) Nelson July 18, 2022

Callie (Behnke) Baldini September 11, 2022

Ruth (Werner) Reise September 8, 2022

Class of 1948

Jane (Tacke) Clausnitzer June 12, 2022

Margaret (Pagel) Brehm September 20, 2022

Class of 1949

Joanne (Elmer) Fenske June 24, 2022

Class of 1954 James Wolfgram June 17, 2022

Joanne (Drydyke) Hanson July 21, 2022

Class of 1955 George Gross July 2, 2022

Joan (Hamberg) Burk August 17, 2022

Richard Mueller September 16, 2022

Class of 1956 Donald Brodhagen July 20, 2022

Class of 1959 Carol Sehmer August 10, 2022

Class of 1962 James Krenz June 13, 2022

Class of 1969 Holly (Young) Luebke August 31, 2022

Class of 1972 Peter Muenkel July 13, 2022

James Krause October 18, 2022

In Loving Memory

Class of 1974 George Klumb August 15, 2022

Wesley Strunk June 2, 2021

Class of 1975 Janis (Krawczyk) Brensinger August 20, 2022

Class of 1976 Terrence Schaefer June 27, 2022

Class of 1977 Laurell (Jeske) Nommensen July 5, 2022

Class of 1980 Todd Mortl August 9, 2022

Patricia (Yahr) Behmke August 25, 2022

Class of 1982 Mark Greenfield June 3, 2022

Class of 1983 Rebecca (Pagel) Willett March 21, 2022

Class of 1990 Reid Kahrs Jr. May 30, 2022

Class of 1993 Scott Gutknecht January 14, 2021

Class of 2011 Lucas Gepner August 26, 2022

sheep listen to my voice; I know them, and they follow me. I give them eternal life, and they shall never perish; no one can snatch them out of my hand”

“My

Wisconsin Lutheran High School has, like many of our church bodies, an Endowment Fund. In 2001, it was decided that the endowment should be incorporated into a foundation. Many families have made gifts of cash, stocks, or memorials to the Foundation. Many have also remembered the WLHS Foundation in their end of life plans. The mission of the Foundation is “to ensure that students from all backgrounds can continue to grow and develop academically and spiritually for generations to come.”

For the 2021-22 school year, the WLHS Foundation was able to grant $476,233 in four general areas: tuition assistance and scholarships, endowed faculty chair, program enhancement, and faculty development.

For the 2022-23 school year, the WLHS Foundation was able to grant $676,466, again primarily supporting tuition assistance and scholarships. The blessing that is not listed in these numbers was given to the Building on the Legacy campaign due to the sale of Honey Creek dormitory. God has blessed our ability to play

an integral role in supporting our families and students by offering scholarships, providing resources for faculty support, and developing impactful programs.

The future is uncertain, as we shared in our last article. Today, we join in thanksgiving for the 235 families who are members of our Raabe Legacy Society. These families have committed to leaving a legacy gift to WLHS or the WLHS Foundation.

If you already have completed your end of life plan (everyone should have one as Jesus can call us home at any time), and remembered WLHS as part of your final gift, please make us aware so we can assure your gift is used in a manner that you would have intended. If you have not already done so, or would like to review what you have done, we want to help you leave a legacy. Mr. Eric Ruh is the Director of Planned

Giving at WLHS

32nd Annual Friends of Wisco Golf Outing

It was a warm and sunny day for the 32nd Annual Friends of Wisco Golf Outing with more than 200 golfers in attendance. Golfers took to fairways at Ironwood Golf Course in Sussex to enjoy sponsorship giveaways, games, and dinner with awards at the club house.

Wisco celebrated the retirement of Athletic Director Jeff Sitz (‘74) and welcomed new Athletic Director Micah Walz (‘00). Special thanks to our golf outing committee and sponsors who make this annual event possible.

WLHS is owned and operated by the following congregations joined together as the WLHS Conference

Abiding Word Apostles of Christ Atonement Centennial Christ, Big Bend Christ, Milwaukee Christ, Pewaukee Christ Alone Christ the Lord Fairview Faith Garden Homes Gethsemane Good Shepherd’s

Grace, Milwaukee Grace, Waukesha Jordan

Loving Shepherd Living Word Messiah Mt. Calvary Mt. Lebanon Nain

Pilgrim Redemption Resurrection Risen Savior St. Jacobi

St. James St. John’s on the Hillside St. John’s, Howell Ave St. John, 27th Street St. John, Lannon St. John, Milwaukee St. John, Mukwonago St. John, Wauwatosa St. Lucas St. Marcus St. Mark St. Matthew St. Paul, Cudahy St. Paul, Franklin

St. Paul, Muskego St. Peter St. Philip Salem, Cramer Street Salem, 107th Street Siloah Star of Bethlehem Trinity Victory of the Lamb Woodlawn Zion, Hartland Zion, South Milwaukee

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2022 Flag Blessing Ceremony

On Wednesday, September 7, Kendra Kounga (’26) carried the flag of Cameroon and Danilo Miric (‘23) carried the flag of Republika Srpska, an autonomous region of Bosnia and Herzegovina, in our annual blessing of the flag ceremony during chapel. Kendra and Danilo are the first students from Cameroon and Republika Srpska to attend Wisco. WLHS President Rev. Dr. Ken Fisher blessed the flags.

We now have 48 flags hanging in our atrium. These flags represent the countries of origin from our past and present student body. They remind us that we are a Great Commission school.