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Jesuit Tradition
The Jesuit tradition of educating the "whole person" is hallmark to Marquette High, and is what sets it apart from every other high school in the state of Wisconsin.

Lifetime Connections
The Alumni Network is more than 14,600 strong with graduates residing in all 50 states and 33 countries.
Admissions
Tradition
For nearly 160 years, Marquette High has delivered an exceptional, college-preparatory experience to young men, helping them developing spirituality, emotionally, intellectually, artistically, morally and physically. Students are immersed in a respectful, challenging, and caring environment and become part of a diverse community.

During their four years, students will develop their faith and acquire an awareness of the dignity and needs of all people. Upon graduation, they will join a distinct and vast network of Marquette High alumni around the world who are Christ-like "Men for Others."
Academics
Core Curriculum
Marquette High’s core curriculum with a strong emphasis on the humanities equips students with the ability to speak and write well, to think critically and analyze issues.

Advanced Placement
Students seeking a college-level challenge in the classroom can find it through AP courses. 726 AP exams were administered in 17 subjects.
Student Life
Student Body Profile
Marquette High seeks to create a diverse community where students are challenged to see the world from perspectives they've never experienced -- be it geographic, cultural, or socio-economic.
Co-curriculars
Marquette High offers more than 50 different homerooms and after-school clubs, including debate, robotics, Latin, Key Club, Best Buddies, rock climbing and improvisation.
Faith & Service
Spiritual Development
As a Catholic school in the Jesuit tradition, Ignatian spirituality, a spirituality for everyday life, guides students in their faith development through individual and group activities -- academic and experiential.

Men for Others
The service program at MUHS enables students to realize that their talents and gifts are to be developed for the good of the human community in pursuit of the Jesuit ideal of becoming "Men for Others."
Athletics
Team Work
At MUHS, 90% of students will play a interscholastic or club sport during their four years. At least one no-cut varsity sport and freshman teams are fielded every season in every sport.

Intramurals
The intramural program is enjoyed by 70% of students each year and offers basketball, dodgeball, kickball and indoor soccer. It's all for fun. No experience necessary.
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Supporting Marquette High helps the school achieve three key objectives: Deliver an optimal college prep curriculum for the 21^st century; Help every student succeed and flourish; and, Keep an MUHS education financially accessible to qualified students from a broad range of economic backgrounds.

History

History

Hidden History of Milwaukee (Grades 5-8)
Riding Through Milwaukee's Transportation History (Grades 5-9)
Civil War Summer Institute (Grades 5-9)

Hidden History of Milwaukee (Grades 5-8)

Hidden History of Milwaukee

For boys entering grades 5, 6, 7, 8

Come join MUHS History teachers as they explore the forgotten history of our hometown. Class time each day will be spent visiting some of the sites that were most crucial in shaping the Milwaukee we know today. Discussions will focus on the impact of geography, technology and economics in how our city developed. If you’re the kind of student that looks around and says, “I wonder what it was like here a hundred years ago,” this class is for you! Sites visited will be different from previous Summer EXPLORE! sessions.

June 26 – 27 (Wednesday – Thursday)
8:30 a.m. - Noon
Fee: $100
Instructor: Mr. Jon Parsons – Social Studies
Minimum enrollment – 6; Maximum enrollment – 12

Riding Through Milwaukee's Transportation History (Grades 5-9)

Riding Through Milwaukee's Transportation History (Grades 5-9)

For boys entering grades 5, 6, 7, 8, 9

For centuries, Milwaukee has been a hub of transportation for on land and water. Take a ride (literally) back into Milwaukee’s transportation history in this exciting two-day camp. Campers will jump aboard the Hop, Milwaukee’s new electric street car, visit the Harley Davidson Museum and take a boat trip to learn this history up close.

July 8 – 9 (Monday – Tuesday)
9 a.m. – Noon
Fee: $100
Instructor: Mr. Chris Lese – Social Studies
Minimum enrollment – 4; Maximum enrollment – 8

Civil War Summer Institute (Grades 5-9)

Civil War Summer Institute

For boys entering grades 5, 6, 7, 8, 9

This year’s camp will focus on the battle at Gettysburg where campers will learn the battle through game scenarios using scaled maps and toy soldiers. We will also visit a memorial and museum dedicated to a local Gettysburg hero and medal of honor winner. The final day will take place at the Kenosha Civil War Museum where campers will work with museum staff to create a temporary exhibit on famous Gettysburg leaders.

July 15 – 17 (Monday – Wednesday)
July 15 9 a.m. – Noon
July 16 9 a.m. – Noon
July 17 9 a.m. – 3 p.m. – Kenosha Civil War Museum (bring lunch)
Fee: $175
Instructor: Mr. Chris Lese – Social Studies
Minimum enrollment – 4; Maximum enrollment – 16