Warrior News

One of our guest teachers stopped me in the hallway after school to share how much of a joy it is to be able to work at Muskego High School. He is a retired teacher and "subs" in a number of neighboring districts. He commented that MHS is different in that we have great students. As I walked the halls today, I kept thinking about that comment as I talked with students and spent a few minutes in classes. He really is right - we do have great students! Our students work hard every day and really understand the process of learning. It is about hard work and perseverance. At times, it isn't easy, but (with your support) they keep striving to learn tough concepts, retain information, and develop deep critical thinking skills.

This past week was a busy week at MHS as we saw our wrestling team win duels against Waukesha North and Kettle Moraine. Our girls' hoops continued its run, beating a very tough Catholic Memorial team and the boys' basketball team battled valiantly against CMH as well. Finally, the Jazz Band performance filled our PAC with beautiful music. Truly blessed to be a Warrior and see excellence in so many spaces!

If you are looking for a chance to see our Warriors in action, stop by tonight for basketball or tomorrow and watch our girls' wrestling team in action. Details HERE.

Have an amazing weekend!

Go, Warriors!

Andy Bavlnka

Principal

• January 15: Freshman Orientation Night 6:00-8:00pm
• January 21: 7th period Exam (regular school day)
• January 22: Exams periods 1-3 (student 1/2 day 7:25-11:15)
• January 23: Exams periods 4-6 (student 1/2 day 7:25-11:15)
• January 24: NO STUDENTS
• January 31: Warrior Winterizer 5:00-10:00pm

Muskego-Norway Schools is developing our 2025-2029 Strategic Plan, and we want your input! Your support is the foundation of our success, and your feedback is crucial to shaping the future of our schools.

We are offering three opportunities for you to join the conversation:

• January 14 from 6:00 p.m. – 8:30 p.m.

• January 16 from 6:00 p.m. – 8:30 p.m.

• January 20 from 8:00 a.m. – 10:30 a.m.

Meetings will occur at the Educational Services Center (ESC) at S87W18763 Woods Rd.

These sessions will include:

• A review of our previous strategic plans and key performance indicators.

• Time to share your insights on:

• Current strengths

• Growth opportunities

• Aspirations – Where should our district be in five years?

• Results – What data will define success and track progress?

Our schools' success is built on the incredible support we receive from the families and communities we serve. Your perspective matters, and we hope you can attend one session to share your insights to help us fulfill our commitment to continuous improvement.

To help us prepare with adequate space and resources, please RSVP at this link. Please select only one event.

Thank you for your continued support and partnership as we work together to create an even brighter future for our students!

Stained Glass and Enameling students are excited to announce the unveiling ceremony of their mosaic, The Underwater Book Tree, at the Muskego Public Library on Thursday, January 16th, from 6:00 to 7:00 PM. Join us for punch, cookies, and a special presentation by the student designer of the mural!

The students have spent a month working on this public art installation, beginning with its design in late November and completing the mosaic throughout the following month. They hope you'll join us to celebrate this exciting event and share in their pride for this beautiful piece of art for the Muskego Community!

Congratulations: Tayla Boyer, Noah Perez, Dylan Nikolaus, Lorelai Schimmel, Aidyn Franczak, Kailyn Bartol, Gabriel Morales, Andrea Payes, Tori Acosta, Mason Sahin, Erik Alfredson, Ben Geisler, James McGuire, Ben Szeflinski, Gideon Klein, Kenseth Carlson, Reese Richlen with Principal Bavlnka

**Not pictured: Ty'el Black, Jessa Wilson, Brooke Dougherty, and Jack Johansen

Muskego, thank you for all of your donations to the hat, coat, and mitten drive here at the high school. Our school has raised over 324 items which will be donated to the Milwaukee Rescue Mission as a way to give back to the community during this winter season. Thank you for your continued support and Happy New Year!

We know that regular school attendance is a priority for students.

• Our goal is that all students have a daily attendance rate higher than 95%, as we know it strongly impacts student achievement and success.
• Additionally, we want ALL MHS students to be College, Career, and Community ready. We know that a 95% attendance rate prepares our students to be successful beyond high school.
• Please reach out to Ms. Jen Gigl (jennifer.gigl@muskegonorway.org) for support if your student is struggling with attendance. We are here for you!

• Report absences before 8:30 am.

• Report absences by logging into Infinite Campus, either through the Campus Parent App or from a computer.

• Once logged in, click More, then Absence Requests.

• Select your student(s).

• Select the reason from the drop-down.

• Select the absence type.

• Select the date(s).

• Add Comments.

• Click Submit

Early College Credit Program (ECCP) allows a student in grades 9-12 to apply to enroll in a UW System institution or a participating private/nonprofit institution of higher education (IHE), to take one or more courses up to 18 credits, for which the student may earn high school credit and post-secondary credit. Students must meet certain criteria. For information about ECCP in the UW System, please click here. For information about ECCP in the WAICU (Private Colleges & Universities), please click here. The deadline for submitting completed ECCP applications for Fall Semester 2025 is March 1, 2025. Completed applications can be turned in to your School Counselor.

Start College Now allows a student in grades 11-12 to apply to enroll in a Wisconsin Technical College, to take one or more courses up to 18 credits, for which the student may earn high school credit and post-secondary credit. Students must meet certain criteria. For information on Start College Now, please click here. For information about Start College Now and Waukesha County Technical College please click here. The deadline for submitting completed Start College Now applications for Fall Semester 2025 is March 1, 2025. Completed applications can be turned in to your School Counselor. Students cannot be enrolled in both ECCP and Start College Now at the same time.

Scholarships are continuously updated and added to our MHS scholarship website throughout the academic year for our 12th grade students. Currently there are several posted that are due in less than one month. Please consider reviewing each of these and applying. If you need any support with your application or have any questions you can stop into Student Services to work with Mrs. Knapp!

Muskego High School is partnering with Doorway to College to host an ACT prep opportunity. This will be held February 10th and 11th at 6-8:30 in room 230. The seminar fee is $99. Register at doorwaytocollege.org or call 877-927-8378. More information can also be found HERE.

What: ASAP is a tutoring program for Freshman students which monitors student progress, reduces student failures, and increases communication among teachers, parents, administrators, guidance Counselors and support staff.

Where: Room 288

When: Tuesdays After School (2:30-3:30)

***Dates are subject to change

Why: We want students to be successful. A referral to the program is not necessary in order to attend the After School Academic Program but a referral form can be found on the School Website under the Parents & Students Tab under Academic Resources. Students are welcome to get help any week it works in their schedule.

From the Desk of SRO Kristalidis:

• Safety at MHS:
• Safety is very important at MHS. One of our priorities is keeping all doors secure. Please have a conversation with your student about keeping doors closed (they should never be propped open!).
• Additionally, students should not allow anyone in doors as all students and visitors should enter through the designated doors.
• Finally, if something seems out of place, please report it immediately to the administration or the SRO.
• New Drivers:
• This message is especially for newer drivers and if this is your first winter driving.
• In addition to the tips on the poster below, an important reminder is that Wisconsin law requires you to use your headlights during periods of limited visibility. Limited visibility means that objects are not visible from a distance of 500 feet from your vehicle (i.e., when it's snowing, raining, or foggy).
• Drive safely!
• *Please take a minute to reinforce the need to be careful in school parking lots in terms of speed, honoring stop signs, and being extra attentive. We have lots of traffic and new drivers. We want to keep everyone safe. :)
• For parking information: Click here (map included).

For information click here.

For job application, click here.

To view current support staff job vacancies, click HERE

Please see flyer here for more information.

• Love and Logic 5 week class starting in January. See flyer here.
  
• Forte Theatre Co presents Oliver Jr from January 31-February 2
• Dairyland Bus Company is hiring, see flyer here.

• Speak Up Speak Out Tip Form
  
• ACADEMIC RESOURCES
• Infinite Campus User Settings
• MHS SCHOOL SUPPLY LIST
• MHS STUDENT & PARENT HANDBOOK

• 2024-2025 SCHOOL CALENDAR
• 2024-2025 Academic Guidebook
• Non-discrimination Notice Link
  
• After School Academic Program (ASAP)
  

Email: mhs-admin-office@muskegonorway.org
Website: https://www.muskegonorway.org/schools/high/
Phone: 262-971-1790

Twitter: @MHSBavlnka