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Two Sheboygan Area Lutheran High School seniors, Andrew Dirkse (left) and Caden Solle (right), recently earned the highest possible ACT composite score of 36. About one-quarter of 1% of students who take the ACT earn a top score. In the U.S. high school graduating class of 2022, only 3,376 out of 1.34 million students who took the ACT earned a top composite score of 36.
“Andrew and Caden have been exemplary students throughout their high school careers, excelling in the classroom, shining in their extracurricular pursuits and being strong Christian leaders among their peers and in the community,” commented Derek Bult, Principal of Sheboygan Area Lutheran High School. “Lutheran High is thrilled to have not one but two students achieve the top ACT score. On behalf of the faculty, staff and student body of Lutheran High, we congratulate these young men on this tremendous accomplishment and wish them continued success in all their endeavors.” Learn more about these two outstanding gentlemen in this press release. Dive into our latest publication to look back on LHS memories and to celebrate where we are today! Click the image below for the Winter 2023 edition of The Leader's Guide.  Lutheran High School recently received the 2022 Best of Sheboygan Award in the Senior High School category. Read the press release for full details.  The Winter 2023 edition of our Junior Crusader newsletter is here! Readers in 5th-8th grade, take a peek for freshmen feedback, fall sports highlights, upcoming events, fun activities and more. The full issue is available here.   This autumn, LHS welcomed seven new faculty members to its staff. Join us as we pray for the newest members of our team, and click the link below to learn more about them! Jeff Diener - Spanish Karissa Ternus - Spanish Judith Fuchs - Math Matthew Holmen - Art Sam Eatherton - Choir Greg Kiehl - Band Georgeann Walecka - School Secretary 
 Congratulations to the 2022 boys soccer team on their outstanding season! The co-op team of Sheboygan Lutheran/Sheboygan Christian had a regular season record of 18-1-1, clinched conference, regional & sectional championship titles, and finished as runners up at the WIAA Division 4 state championship. Additionally, the following LHS players received all conference accolades:
Upon the conclusion of their successful 2021 season which culminated with a golden ball at the state championship, Coaches Dan Oppeneer & Jason Alsum focused on humility throughout the 2022 season, with Luke 14:11 guiding the way: "For all those who exalt themselves will be humbled, and those who humble themselves will be exalted." Well done, team, and to God be the glory! The Leaders Guide - Summer 2022 Read the summer edition of The Leaders Guide featuring stories about Mr. Ken Witte, who retired after 46 year years in the Ministry, the Easter Concert at Holy Name Catholic Church, graduation, and numerous student accolades.
2022 Auction was a Great Success
The annual auction dinner is the largest single fundraising event at Lutheran High every year. This year’s event was a long-awaited return to in-person bidding and comradery. We are proud to announce that more than 330 people attended, joined in fellowship, and contributed to raising $169,000 for Lutheran High School.
Part of the auction includes a Fund-A-Cause which is a freewill live gift to contribute to a project the school greatly needs. This year’s project was to renovate the commons to bring all students back together for lunch. During the Covid lockdowns and return-to-school efforts students were separated into two spaces on opposite ends of the school to provide ample space for distancing. Well, the time has come to bring everyone back, and the students are excited. Surpassing the intended goal of $30,000, the commons project has been funded and the renovation began by relocating the walk-in freezer and refrigerator. New flooring, ceiling tiles, and additional tables are being added to the commons to provide enough space for the 200-220 student body. On behalf of the staff, faculty, and students we extend our most enthusiastic thanks to everyone in our community who contributed through donating items, services, money, and bidding on items to make this an incredible success for all of us to enjoy.  Mr. Ken Witte holds graphing calculator in his classroom. Photo by Tom Kind The Numbers Add Up - 46 Years in the MinistryBy Chuck Benedum For 46 years, Ken Witte served the Church and several schools in the classroom and on the field. He is a Christian example and humble in all that he does. Ken came to Sheboygan Lutheran High in 2001 thanks to the influence of Dr. Cary Stelmachowicz, a fellow professor at Concordia Wisconsin, and the lure of a Distance Learning Center (which used to be in the back hall). Ken helped supervise the lab. Once at Sheboygan Lutheran, he taught Advanced Algebra, Pre-Calculus and Calculus, Statistics, Personal Finance, and Transition to College Math. He’s overseen the National Accreditation of the school, and coached Varsity Girls’ Basketball and Girls’ Soccer. Living in Fredonia, Ken calculated that he has traveled more than 245,000 miles just driving to and from school daily. Now, if you multiply that by the price of gas... Ouch. When asked about the biggest changes in math over the last few years, Ken responded with the need to innovate and get creative as math became more visual using new instruments and other devices. Yet he says math has become more purposeful in its application. There is less supervised homework now, and much more done in the classroom, but his mantra still stands true, “Communicate what you are thinking.” David Jabs, LHS alumni & teacher at Cleveland Lutheran East In retirement, Ken looks forward to a break from teaching, but as a life-long learner he will continue to look for opportunities of personal and professional growth. Looking back at his favorite memories from Lutheran High, he remembers his children’s achievements in and out of the classroom, the Ozaukee carpool, and seeing his students return after their graduations to share their stories of success. Ken, you have been a true blessing from God to Lutheran High, its faculty, students, and parents. Your Christian example and your teaching expertise are treasures we will never forget. You will be missed in the Math Cave! God’s blessings to you and Cindy as you begin a new phase of your life.
 Georgeann Joins the Crusader Nation as New School Secretary This month marked the transition to our new school secretary, Georgeann Walecka. Georgeann and her husband, Mark, are recent additions to the Crusader Nation through their daughter, Claire, a sophomore. They also have an older son at UW-Green Bay and another son who attends Christ Child Academy. They are members at St. Peter Claver. Prior to working at Lutheran High she was the secretary of the Sheboygan South Catholic Parishes.
During Claire's freshman year, Georgeann recalls countless times where she has been impressed by the students, families, and community. She loves how the students are supportive of their peers, cheering them on, and encouraging them to be their best. Georgeann is looking forward to seeing the students as they mature into the prepared adults they need to be for their futures. She wants to know they are ready for their next stage in life, strong in faith, and confident in their education. We are blessed to have Georgeann with us. She will be a great asset to our school and our mission of Preparing Christian Leaders - One Student at a Time. Make sure to stop by, introduce yourself and say hi! She is looking forward to meeting everyone. Sheboygan Lutheran & Sheboygan Christian Girls Win Regional Championship For the first time in school history Girls Soccer has won the regional title. The Sheboygan Lutheran & Sheboygan Christian girls have made the co-op program proud with their work and great successes. They will be taking on Kiel for the first sectional game on June 9th at Kohler.
All Conference Recognition: Ambryn Diener: 1st Team Alexis Beger & Taylor Batt: Honorable Mention The Lutheran/Christian co-op held the score at 0-0 until halftime and prevented goals from Kiel's leading scorer who is among the best in the state's history. While the season for these ladies ended during the sectional semi-finals with a final score of 0-4 they can be extremely proud of what they accomplished. In Christ is the Victory.
An Experience that Cannot be Replaced Band and choir students have an opportunity to go on the Music Tour every other year, and this year they traveled to sunny Florida. This trip included several concerts for grade schools and churches and a fun-day at Universal Studios. At the home concert, Director Matthew Thiel recounted several conversations with their hosts in each city. Some said that they only came to be supportive, but they found themselves mesmerized by the incredible talent of Sheboygan Lutheran High School’s students. Ambryn Diener, a senior, said “Music tour was an amazing experience for many students including myself. It was awe-inspiring to see how God can work through the gifts and talents He’s given us so that we can share His Word with people across the country.” Asa Diener, a sophomore, said “Music Tour is an experience that can never get replaced because of everything we were able to do. Whether it's bonding time with friends or making new friends on the bus, it's a great and memorable experience. In addition, being able to play and perform beautiful music in front of congregations across the country is just amazing.”
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