Muskego High School

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Muskego High School is a comprehensive secondary school located in Muskego, Wisconsin. The school, governed by the Muskego-Norway School District, lies in the South-East corner of Waukesha County. The district stretches through the City of Muskego, as well as nearby Norway, Wisconsin in the adjacent Racine County.

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[edit] History

Muskego High School was constructed in 1956 at the corner of Woods Road and Racine Ave. Muskego's first elected administrator Arnold Wicklund took on the job of directing construction efforts. [1] Prior to the High School's construction, many Muskego children attended school in the Milwaukee School District. Much of the history of Muskego High School can be found in a letter sent from Mr. Wicklund's daughter to the current administration.[2]

[edit] Renovation

In September of 2003 the high school was completely remodeled, with new additions were added onto the existing building, including several new wings and a state of the art Performing Arts Center. A total of 155,000 square feet were added onto the building. The campus also expanded with approximately 40 acres of new athletic fields and green space. Students as well as athletic teams now use the approximately 130 acres.

[edit] Facts

  • Average student ACT scores are consistently above the state and national averages.
  • 53% of students taking Advanced Placement exams score at least a 4 on a 5 point scale.
  • Transcripted credit courses are offered, which allow students to take classes at the high school while receiving credit at Waukesha County Technical College. Similarly, many of our students take advantage of the School-To-Work program which gives students an opportunity to earn classroom credit, work experience and get paid at the same time.
  • 86% of MHS graduates go on to two or four year colleges.
  • The pool is used nearly every day of the year and displaces almost 25,000 gallons.
  • On April 18, 2008, there was a marijuana bust at Muskego High School involving the Muskego Police K-9 unit. They found 8 cars with marijuana and suspect 12 more cars of having the illicit drug present.
  • The speed limit in the parking lot at Muskego High School is 10 miles per hour and is strictly enforced by the Muskego Police Department.
  • As a prank a VW Beetle was placed in the central courtyard, the only entrance to the courtyard is a standard 7' door.
  • 1978 was the only year Muskego High School fielded a senior hockey team, the equipment is still held in the tunnel under the language arts area.
  • Over 8,000 students have been inspired by the legend Mike Nitka.

[edit] Co-curriculars

The Co-curricular Activity Program of MHS is a vital part of the educational system. Consisting of clubs, activities and athletic teams, the primary purpose of these programs is to assist students in growing and maturing into responsible members of their school and community. Muskego High School offers:

  • 23 sports with over 90 teams
  • 23 clubs and activities
  • 4 choirs (2 Mixed choirs, Women's choir, and Chamber choir)
  • 7 bands (Marching Band, Pep Band, 3 Concert Bands, and 2 Zero Hour Jazz Bands)
  • FBLA and DECA
  • Forensics
  • Debate
  • Math Club
  • Astronomy Club

[edit] Athletics

Muskego High School is the home of the Muskego Warriors. The high school offers sports programs in baseball, football, soccer, golf, basketball, tennis, volleyball, swimming, wrestling, softball, cross country and track and field.

[edit] Athletic accolades

  • several team and individual WIAA Southeast Conference Champions
  • several team and individual WIAA State Championship performers
  • best basketball announcer in SEC for 2007-2008 season


[edit] References

  1. ^ Muskego-Norway Schools Website - MHS History Home
  2. ^ A letter from the Daughter of Arnold Wicklund [1]