[et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ admin_label=”section” _builder_version=”4.16″ global_colors_info=”{}” theme_builder_area=”post_content”][et_pb_row admin_label=”row” _builder_version=”4.16″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” global_colors_info=”{}” theme_builder_area=”post_content”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”|||” global_colors_info=”{}” custom_padding__hover=”|||” theme_builder_area=”post_content”][et_pb_text admin_label=”Text” module_class=”page-intro” _builder_version=”4.19.2″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” custom_margin=”||30px||false|false” global_colors_info=”{}” theme_builder_area=”post_content”]Extracurricular activities at Rufus King International High School cover a wide range of interests: Academic Decathlon to K Pop, chemistry and chess, racing and rock climbing and theater. [\/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.19.2″ _module_preset=”default” custom_margin=”||40px||false|false” global_colors_info=”{}” theme_builder_area=”post_content”]<\/p>\n
Extracurricular participation can increase a student\u2019s eligibility for scholarships, honor societies, and job opportunities.<\/p>\n
Most clubs meet once per week at 3:30 p.m. for 60 to 90 minutes. Reach out to the club\u2019s faculty advisor or ask a teacher for more information.<\/p>\n
To be eligible to participate in student government and\/or interscholastic academics, students must maintain a minimum GPA of 2.0 and a high attendance rate.<\/em><\/p>\n [\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][et_pb_row column_structure=”3_5,2_5″ use_custom_gutter=”on” gutter_width=”2″ admin_label=”row” _builder_version=”4.19.2″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” width=”100%” global_colors_info=”{}” theme_builder_area=”post_content”][et_pb_column type=”3_5″ _builder_version=”4.19.2″ border_width_right_tablet=”2px” border_width_right_phone=”0px” border_width_right_last_edited=”on|phone” global_colors_info=”{}” custom_padding__hover=”|||” theme_builder_area=”post_content”][et_pb_toggle title=”Academic Decathlon” open_toggle_text_color=”#2B2B28″ open_toggle_background_color=”#EBEBEB” closed_toggle_background_color=”RGBA(255,255,255,0)” icon_color=”#0C4D8A” toggle_icon=”||fa||900″ use_icon_font_size=”on” icon_font_size=”22px” open_icon_color=”#FFDA00″ open_toggle_icon=”||fa||900″ open_use_icon_font_size=”on” open_icon_font_size=”22px” _builder_version=”4.19.2″ _module_preset=”default” title_text_color=”#2B2B28″ title_level=”h3″ title_font=”Open Sans||||||||” title_font_size=”22px” custom_margin=”||10px||false|false” custom_css_toggle_icon=”position:relative;||padding-right:14px;||” border_width_all=”0px” locked=”off” global_colors_info=”{}” theme_builder_area=”post_content”]<\/p>\n Academic athletes compete in statewide competitions that span knowledge and skill in ten content areas. All GPAs are welcome. Decathletes compete individually and as a team.<\/p>\n [\/et_pb_toggle][et_pb_toggle title=”Adaptive Athletics” open_toggle_text_color=”#2B2B28″ open_toggle_background_color=”#EBEBEB” closed_toggle_background_color=”RGBA(255,255,255,0)” icon_color=”#0C4D8A” toggle_icon=”||fa||900″ use_icon_font_size=”on” icon_font_size=”22px” open_icon_color=”#FFDA00″ open_toggle_icon=”||fa||900″ open_use_icon_font_size=”on” open_icon_font_size=”22px” _builder_version=”4.19.2″ _module_preset=”default” title_text_color=”#2B2B28″ title_level=”h3″ title_font=”Open Sans||||||||” title_font_size=”22px” custom_margin=”||10px||false|false” custom_css_toggle_icon=”position:relative;||padding-right:14px;||” border_width_all=”0px” locked=”off” global_colors_info=”{}” theme_builder_area=”post_content”]<\/p>\n Students with intellectual and developmental disabilities can participate in adapted sporting events.\u202fAdaptive athletics provides opportunities to exercise, strengthen social skills, and develop independence.<\/p>\n [\/et_pb_toggle][et_pb_toggle title=”Asian Club” open_toggle_text_color=”#2B2B28″ open_toggle_background_color=”#EBEBEB” closed_toggle_background_color=”RGBA(255,255,255,0)” icon_color=”#0C4D8A” toggle_icon=”||fa||900″ use_icon_font_size=”on” icon_font_size=”22px” open_icon_color=”#FFDA00″ open_toggle_icon=”||fa||900″ open_use_icon_font_size=”on” open_icon_font_size=”22px” _builder_version=”4.19.2″ _module_preset=”default” title_text_color=”#2B2B28″ title_level=”h3″ title_font=”Open Sans||||||||” title_font_size=”22px” custom_margin=”||10px||false|false” custom_css_toggle_icon=”position:relative;||padding-right:14px;||” border_width_all=”0px” locked=”off” global_colors_info=”{}” theme_builder_area=”post_content”]<\/p>\n Asian Club welcomes all Rufus King students. Members support our learning community by volunteering during school conferences. The club sponsors Ethnic Fest, scholarships for graduating seniors,\u202fand our annual Asian Awareness Program.\u202fAsian Club also hosts\u202fpicnics and holiday outings.<\/p>\n Contacts<\/strong><\/p>\n [\/et_pb_toggle][et_pb_toggle title=”Best Buddies” open_toggle_text_color=”#2B2B28″ open_toggle_background_color=”#EBEBEB” closed_toggle_background_color=”RGBA(255,255,255,0)” icon_color=”#0C4D8A” toggle_icon=”||fa||900″ use_icon_font_size=”on” icon_font_size=”22px” open_icon_color=”#FFDA00″ open_toggle_icon=”||fa||900″ open_use_icon_font_size=”on” open_icon_font_size=”22px” _builder_version=”4.19.2″ _module_preset=”default” title_text_color=”#2B2B28″ title_level=”h3″ title_font=”Open Sans||||||||” title_font_size=”22px” custom_margin=”||10px||false|false” custom_css_toggle_icon=”position:relative;||padding-right:14px;||” border_width_all=”0px” locked=”off” global_colors_info=”{}” theme_builder_area=”post_content”]<\/p>\n Best Buddies operates as a student-run friendship club, which creates buddy pairs between students with and without disabilities.<\/p>\n [\/et_pb_toggle][et_pb_toggle title=”Black Student Union” open_toggle_text_color=”#2B2B28″ open_toggle_background_color=”#EBEBEB” closed_toggle_background_color=”RGBA(255,255,255,0)” icon_color=”#0C4D8A” toggle_icon=”||fa||900″ use_icon_font_size=”on” icon_font_size=”22px” open_icon_color=”#FFDA00″ open_toggle_icon=”||fa||900″ open_use_icon_font_size=”on” open_icon_font_size=”22px” _builder_version=”4.19.2″ _module_preset=”default” title_text_color=”#2B2B28″ title_level=”h3″ title_font=”Open Sans||||||||” title_font_size=”22px” custom_margin=”||10px||false|false” custom_css_toggle_icon=”position:relative;||padding-right:14px;||” border_width_all=”0px” locked=”off” global_colors_info=”{}” theme_builder_area=”post_content”]School-wide intellectual, social, and cultural enrichment are among the goals of the Black Student Union. To meet these goals, members promote academic achievement and intellectual pursuit, cultivate dynamic leadership, and strive to eliminate social barriers for all. Ultimately, the Black Student Union recognizes the humanity of others and demands that they do the same.<\/p>\n Contacts<\/strong><\/p>\n [\/et_pb_toggle][et_pb_toggle title=”Board Game Club” open_toggle_text_color=”#2B2B28″ open_toggle_background_color=”#EBEBEB” closed_toggle_background_color=”RGBA(255,255,255,0)” icon_color=”#0C4D8A” toggle_icon=”||fa||900″ use_icon_font_size=”on” icon_font_size=”22px” open_icon_color=”#FFDA00″ open_toggle_icon=”||fa||900″ open_use_icon_font_size=”on” open_icon_font_size=”22px” _builder_version=”4.19.2″ _module_preset=”default” title_text_color=”#2B2B28″ title_level=”h3″ title_font=”Open Sans||||||||” title_font_size=”22px” custom_margin=”||10px||false|false” custom_css_toggle_icon=”position:relative;||padding-right:14px;||” border_width_all=”0px” locked=”off” global_colors_info=”{}” theme_builder_area=”post_content”]<\/p>\n Students socialize and strategize as they play favorite games, learn new ones, and meet fellow students interested in strategy, construction, and imagination.<\/p>\n [\/et_pb_toggle][et_pb_toggle title=”Chemistry Olympiad” open_toggle_text_color=”#2B2B28″ open_toggle_background_color=”#EBEBEB” closed_toggle_background_color=”RGBA(255,255,255,0)” icon_color=”#0C4D8A” toggle_icon=”||fa||900″ use_icon_font_size=”on” icon_font_size=”22px” open_icon_color=”#FFDA00″ open_toggle_icon=”||fa||900″ open_use_icon_font_size=”on” open_icon_font_size=”22px” _builder_version=”4.19.2″ _module_preset=”default” title_text_color=”#2B2B28″ title_level=”h3″ title_font=”Open Sans||||||||” title_font_size=”22px” custom_margin=”||10px||false|false” custom_css_toggle_icon=”position:relative;||padding-right:14px;||” border_width_all=”0px” locked=”off” global_colors_info=”{}” theme_builder_area=”post_content”]Prepare for the American Chemical Society spring exam by building in-depth knowledge of chemical concepts. Chemistry demonstrations and practice problems are on the club\u2019s weekly agenda. Chemistry Olympiad meets November through February. The ACS exam takes place in early spring.<\/p>\n Contact Rufus King Cheer and Stunt athletes are leaders and winners. In 2025, the Generals placed first in coed and cheer dance categories at the Wisconsin Association of Cheer\/Pom Coaches state tournament and earned iCheer Grand Champion honors. Get hyped with Rufus King Cheer and Stunt at a Generals game or school assembly.<\/p>\n [\/et_pb_toggle][et_pb_toggle title=”Chess Club” open_toggle_text_color=”#2B2B28″ open_toggle_background_color=”#EBEBEB” closed_toggle_background_color=”RGBA(255,255,255,0)” icon_color=”#0C4D8A” toggle_icon=”||fa||900″ use_icon_font_size=”on” icon_font_size=”22px” open_icon_color=”#FFDA00″ open_toggle_icon=”||fa||900″ open_use_icon_font_size=”on” open_icon_font_size=”22px” _builder_version=”4.19.2″ _module_preset=”default” title_text_color=”#2B2B28″ title_level=”h3″ title_font=”Open Sans||||||||” title_font_size=”22px” custom_margin=”||10px||false|false” custom_css_toggle_icon=”position:relative;||padding-right:14px;||” border_width_all=”0px” locked=”off” global_colors_info=”{}” theme_builder_area=”post_content”]<\/p>\n Learning and playing chess strengthens critical-thinking and problem-solving skills, promotes deep concentration, emphasizes sustained and self-directed learning, and much more.<\/p>\n [\/et_pb_toggle][et_pb_toggle title=”Chess Team” open_toggle_text_color=”#2B2B28″ open_toggle_background_color=”#EBEBEB” closed_toggle_background_color=”RGBA(255,255,255,0)” icon_color=”#0C4D8A” toggle_icon=”||fa||900″ use_icon_font_size=”on” icon_font_size=”22px” open_icon_color=”#FFDA00″ open_toggle_icon=”||fa||900″ open_use_icon_font_size=”on” open_icon_font_size=”22px” _builder_version=”4.19.2″ _module_preset=”default” title_text_color=”#2B2B28″ title_level=”h3″ title_font=”Open Sans||||||||” title_font_size=”22px” custom_margin=”||10px||false|false” custom_css_toggle_icon=”position:relative;||padding-right:14px;||” border_width_all=”0px” locked=”off” global_colors_info=”{}” theme_builder_area=”post_content”]<\/p>\n The Rufus King Chess Team holds tryouts every fall for five varsity positions. Athletes strategize and compete against the best, from the annual Wisconsin Junior Open to city and state meets. Generals chess players have even competed in national tournaments, organized by US Chess Federation.<\/p>\n Contact<\/strong> [\/et_pb_toggle][et_pb_toggle title=”Dance Team” open_toggle_text_color=”#2B2B28″ open_toggle_background_color=”#EBEBEB” closed_toggle_background_color=”RGBA(255,255,255,0)” icon_color=”#0C4D8A” toggle_icon=”||fa||900″ use_icon_font_size=”on” icon_font_size=”22px” open_icon_color=”#FFDA00″ open_toggle_icon=”||fa||900″ open_use_icon_font_size=”on” open_icon_font_size=”22px” _builder_version=”4.19.2″ _module_preset=”default” title_text_color=”#2B2B28″ title_level=”h3″ title_font=”Open Sans||||||||” title_font_size=”22px” custom_margin=”||10px||false|false” custom_css_toggle_icon=”position:relative;||padding-right:14px;||” border_width_all=”0px” locked=”off” global_colors_info=”{}” theme_builder_area=”post_content”]<\/p>\n Dance Team is a fun-loving group that choreographs, practices, and performs routines at Rufus King pep rallies, basketball games, and cultural events like our annual Ethnic Fest. Many styles of music and dance are represented.<\/p>\n Contacts<\/strong><\/p>\n [\/et_pb_toggle][et_pb_toggle title=”Debate” open_toggle_text_color=”#2B2B28″ open_toggle_background_color=”#EBEBEB” closed_toggle_background_color=”RGBA(255,255,255,0)” icon_color=”#0C4D8A” toggle_icon=”||fa||900″ use_icon_font_size=”on” icon_font_size=”22px” open_icon_color=”#FFDA00″ open_toggle_icon=”||fa||900″ open_use_icon_font_size=”on” open_icon_font_size=”22px” _builder_version=”4.19.2″ _module_preset=”default” title_text_color=”#2B2B28″ title_level=”h3″ title_font=”Open Sans||||||||” title_font_size=”22px” custom_margin=”||10px||false|false” custom_css_toggle_icon=”position:relative;||padding-right:14px;||” border_width_all=”0px” locked=”off” global_colors_info=”{}” theme_builder_area=”post_content”]<\/p>\n Students compete in weekly tournaments, September through December, in three formats: Policy Debate, Lincoln-Douglas and Public Forum. Debate offers the opportunity to develop and hone research, analytical and reasoning skills, and teamwork. King debaters are also active in the Milwaukee Debate League, a yearlong educational program affiliated with the National Speech & Debate Association and the Emory National Debate Institute.<\/p>\n Contact<\/strong> [\/et_pb_toggle][et_pb_toggle title=”Drum Line” open_toggle_text_color=”#2B2B28″ open_toggle_background_color=”#EBEBEB” closed_toggle_background_color=”RGBA(255,255,255,0)” icon_color=”#0C4D8A” toggle_icon=”||fa||900″ use_icon_font_size=”on” icon_font_size=”22px” open_icon_color=”#FFDA00″ open_toggle_icon=”||fa||900″ open_use_icon_font_size=”on” open_icon_font_size=”22px” _builder_version=”4.19.2″ _module_preset=”default” title_text_color=”#2B2B28″ title_level=”h3″ title_font=”Open Sans||||||||” title_font_size=”22px” custom_margin=”||10px||false|false” custom_css_toggle_icon=”position:relative;||padding-right:14px;||” border_width_all=”0px” locked=”off” global_colors_info=”{}” theme_builder_area=”post_content”]<\/p>\n One of King’s most beloved groups; a highlight of school concerts and pep rallies; reigning nine-time MPS Drum Line Champions.<\/p>\n Contact<\/strong> [\/et_pb_toggle][et_pb_toggle title=”FIRST Robotics Team” open_toggle_text_color=”#2B2B28″ open_toggle_background_color=”#EBEBEB” closed_toggle_background_color=”RGBA(255,255,255,0)” icon_color=”#0C4D8A” toggle_icon=”||fa||900″ use_icon_font_size=”on” icon_font_size=”22px” open_icon_color=”#FFDA00″ open_toggle_icon=”||fa||900″ open_use_icon_font_size=”on” open_icon_font_size=”22px” _builder_version=”4.19.2″ _module_preset=”default” title_text_color=”#2B2B28″ title_level=”h3″ title_font=”Open Sans||||||||” title_font_size=”22px” custom_margin=”||10px||false|false” custom_css_toggle_icon=”position:relative;||padding-right:14px;||” border_width_all=”0px” locked=”off” global_colors_info=”{}” theme_builder_area=”post_content”]<\/p>\n Design, assemble, and test a 120-pound robot capable of performing a task in competition with other teams. Skill- and robot-building exercises include electronics, programming, animation, CAD, website design, mechanics, and business. Members network with engineers and other professionals.<\/p>\n [\/et_pb_toggle][et_pb_toggle title=”Forensic League” open_toggle_text_color=”#2B2B28″ open_toggle_background_color=”#EBEBEB” closed_toggle_background_color=”RGBA(255,255,255,0)” icon_color=”#0C4D8A” toggle_icon=”||fa||900″ use_icon_font_size=”on” icon_font_size=”22px” open_icon_color=”#FFDA00″ open_toggle_icon=”||fa||900″ open_use_icon_font_size=”on” open_icon_font_size=”22px” _builder_version=”4.19.2″ _module_preset=”default” title_text_color=”#2B2B28″ title_level=”h3″ title_font=”Open Sans||||||||” title_font_size=”22px” custom_margin=”||10px||false|false” custom_css_toggle_icon=”position:relative;||padding-right:14px;||” border_width_all=”0px” locked=”off” global_colors_info=”{}” theme_builder_area=”post_content”]<\/p>\n Students compete in categories such as dramatic performance, interpretation of literature, original speech presentation, and model U.S. Congress events. State-wide competition runs from January through April. King students also compete in the Glenbrooks Speech and Debate Tournament every fall and Harvard National High School Invitational Forensics Tournament every spring.<\/p>\n Contact<\/strong> [\/et_pb_toggle][et_pb_toggle title=”Gender and Sexuality Alliance (GSA)” open_toggle_text_color=”#2B2B28″ open_toggle_background_color=”#EBEBEB” closed_toggle_background_color=”RGBA(255,255,255,0)” icon_color=”#0C4D8A” toggle_icon=”||fa||900″ use_icon_font_size=”on” icon_font_size=”22px” open_icon_color=”#FFDA00″ open_toggle_icon=”||fa||900″ open_use_icon_font_size=”on” open_icon_font_size=”22px” _builder_version=”4.19.2″ _module_preset=”default” title_text_color=”#2B2B28″ title_level=”h3″ title_font=”Open Sans||||||||” title_font_size=”22px” custom_margin=”||10px||false|false” custom_css_toggle_icon=”position:relative;||padding-right:14px;||” border_width_all=”0px” locked=”off” global_colors_info=”{}” theme_builder_area=”post_content”]<\/p>\n Creating a safe school environment for lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, questioning and queer-identified students (LGBTQ); students whose parents are LGBTQ; and their allies is the work of Rufus King\u2019s GSA. The organization seeks to educate our school community about heterosexism, homophobia, gender identity, sexism and fights discrimination, oppression, harassment, and violence.<\/p>\n Contacts<\/strong><\/p>\n [\/et_pb_toggle][et_pb_toggle title=”Hope Squad” open_toggle_text_color=”#2B2B28″ open_toggle_background_color=”#EBEBEB” closed_toggle_background_color=”RGBA(255,255,255,0)” icon_color=”#0C4D8A” toggle_icon=”||fa||900″ use_icon_font_size=”on” icon_font_size=”22px” open_icon_color=”#FFDA00″ open_toggle_icon=”||fa||900″ open_use_icon_font_size=”on” open_icon_font_size=”22px” _builder_version=”4.27.6″ _module_preset=”default” title_text_color=”#2B2B28″ title_level=”h3″ title_font=”Open Sans||||||||” title_font_size=”22px” custom_margin=”||10px||false|false” hover_enabled=”0″ custom_css_toggle_icon=”position:relative;||padding-right:14px;||” border_width_all=”0px” locked=”off” global_colors_info=”{}” theme_builder_area=”post_content” sticky_enabled=”0″]<\/p>\n Rufus King students nominate trusted, caring peers to join Hope Squad. This peer-to-peer suicide prevention program is available at select MPS schools. Squad members have regular meetings with trained advisors. They talk about mental health topics and learn to spot emotional distress. This helps them connect classmates with trusted adults and resources for support. Our Hope Squad raises awareness and reduces stigma to build a caring school culture.<\/p>\n [\/et_pb_toggle][et_pb_toggle title=”Interact-Key Club” open_toggle_text_color=”#2B2B28″ open_toggle_background_color=”#EBEBEB” closed_toggle_background_color=”RGBA(255,255,255,0)” icon_color=”#0C4D8A” toggle_icon=”||fa||900″ use_icon_font_size=”on” icon_font_size=”22px” open_icon_color=”#FFDA00″ open_toggle_icon=”||fa||900″ open_use_icon_font_size=”on” open_icon_font_size=”22px” _builder_version=”4.19.2″ _module_preset=”default” title_text_color=”#2B2B28″ title_level=”h3″ title_font=”Open Sans||||||||” title_font_size=”22px” custom_margin=”||10px||false|false” custom_css_toggle_icon=”position:relative;||padding-right:14px;||” border_width_all=”0px” locked=”off” global_colors_info=”{}” theme_builder_area=”post_content”]Members develop initiative, leadership ability, and good citizenship practices as they serve their school in various capacities and projects.[\/et_pb_toggle][et_pb_toggle title=”Link Crew” open_toggle_text_color=”#2B2B28″ open_toggle_background_color=”#EBEBEB” closed_toggle_background_color=”RGBA(255,255,255,0)” icon_color=”#0C4D8A” toggle_icon=”||fa||900″ use_icon_font_size=”on” icon_font_size=”22px” open_icon_color=”#FFDA00″ open_toggle_icon=”||fa||900″ open_use_icon_font_size=”on” open_icon_font_size=”22px” _builder_version=”4.19.2″ _module_preset=”default” title_text_color=”#2B2B28″ title_level=”h3″ title_font=”Open Sans||||||||” title_font_size=”22px” custom_margin=”||10px||false|false” custom_css_toggle_icon=”position:relative;||padding-right:14px;||” border_width_all=”0px” locked=”off” global_colors_info=”{}” theme_builder_area=”post_content”]<\/p>\n From welcome and orientation events to the end-of-year Freshmen Oscars, Link Crew leaders encourage, support, and mentor ninth graders as they make a successful transition to Rufus King International High School.<\/p>\n Contact<\/strong> [\/et_pb_toggle][et_pb_toggle title=”Mathletes” open_toggle_text_color=”#2B2B28″ open_toggle_background_color=”#EBEBEB” closed_toggle_background_color=”RGBA(255,255,255,0)” icon_color=”#0C4D8A” toggle_icon=”||fa||900″ use_icon_font_size=”on” icon_font_size=”22px” open_icon_color=”#FFDA00″ open_toggle_icon=”||fa||900″ open_use_icon_font_size=”on” open_icon_font_size=”22px” _builder_version=”4.19.2″ _module_preset=”default” title_text_color=”#2B2B28″ title_level=”h3″ title_font=”Open Sans||||||||” title_font_size=”22px” custom_margin=”||10px||false|false” custom_css_toggle_icon=”position:relative;||padding-right:14px;||” border_width_all=”0px” locked=”off” global_colors_info=”{}” theme_builder_area=”post_content”]<\/p>\n Rufus King\u2019s powerhouse math competition club meets weekly from late September through March. Mathletes prepare for 15-20 annual meets and contests at the junior varsity and varsity levels.<\/p>\n Contact<\/strong> [\/et_pb_toggle][et_pb_toggle title=”Mental Health Awareness-REDgen” open_toggle_text_color=”#2B2B28″ open_toggle_background_color=”#EBEBEB” closed_toggle_background_color=”RGBA(255,255,255,0)” icon_color=”#0C4D8A” toggle_icon=”||fa||900″ use_icon_font_size=”on” icon_font_size=”22px” open_icon_color=”#FFDA00″ open_toggle_icon=”||fa||900″ open_use_icon_font_size=”on” open_icon_font_size=”22px” _builder_version=”4.19.2″ _module_preset=”default” title_text_color=”#2B2B28″ title_level=”h3″ title_font=”Open Sans||||||||” title_font_size=”22px” custom_margin=”||10px||false|false” custom_css_toggle_icon=”position:relative;||padding-right:14px;||” border_width_all=”0px” locked=”off” global_colors_info=”{}” theme_builder_area=”post_content”]<\/p>\n Students collaborate to build resiliency and support mental wellness.<\/p>\n [\/et_pb_toggle][et_pb_toggle title=”Model UN” open_toggle_text_color=”#2B2B28″ open_toggle_background_color=”#EBEBEB” closed_toggle_background_color=”RGBA(255,255,255,0)” icon_color=”#0C4D8A” toggle_icon=”||fa||900″ use_icon_font_size=”on” icon_font_size=”22px” open_icon_color=”#FFDA00″ open_toggle_icon=”||fa||900″ open_use_icon_font_size=”on” open_icon_font_size=”22px” _builder_version=”4.19.2″ _module_preset=”default” title_text_color=”#2B2B28″ title_level=”h3″ title_font=”Open Sans||||||||” title_font_size=”22px” custom_margin=”||10px||false|false” custom_css_toggle_icon=”position:relative;||padding-right:14px;||” border_width_all=”0px” locked=”off” global_colors_info=”{}” theme_builder_area=”post_content”]<\/p>\n Participants represent one or more member countries at a simulated meeting of the United Nations, including meetings of the Security Council, General Assembly, and their subsidiary committees.<\/p>\n [\/et_pb_toggle][et_pb_toggle title=”National Honor Society” open_toggle_text_color=”#2B2B28″ open_toggle_background_color=”#EBEBEB” closed_toggle_background_color=”RGBA(255,255,255,0)” icon_color=”#0C4D8A” toggle_icon=”||fa||900″ use_icon_font_size=”on” icon_font_size=”22px” open_icon_color=”#FFDA00″ open_toggle_icon=”||fa||900″ open_use_icon_font_size=”on” open_icon_font_size=”22px” _builder_version=”4.19.2″ _module_preset=”default” title_text_color=”#2B2B28″ title_level=”h3″ title_font=”Open Sans||||||||” title_font_size=”22px” custom_margin=”||10px||false|false” custom_css_toggle_icon=”position:relative;||padding-right:14px;||” border_width_all=”0px” locked=”off” global_colors_info=”{}” theme_builder_area=”post_content”]<\/p>\n Students with a weighted 3.5 cumulative GPA are invited to apply after the first semester of grade ten, eleven, or twelve. No late or incomplete applications will be accepted.\u202fThe society\u2019s faculty council selects new members who are inducted in the spring.<\/p>\n [\/et_pb_toggle][et_pb_toggle title=”Peer Mediation” open_toggle_text_color=”#2B2B28″ open_toggle_background_color=”#EBEBEB” closed_toggle_background_color=”RGBA(255,255,255,0)” icon_color=”#0C4D8A” toggle_icon=”||fa||900″ use_icon_font_size=”on” icon_font_size=”22px” open_icon_color=”#FFDA00″ open_toggle_icon=”||fa||900″ open_use_icon_font_size=”on” open_icon_font_size=”22px” _builder_version=”4.19.2″ _module_preset=”default” title_text_color=”#2B2B28″ title_level=”h3″ title_font=”Open Sans||||||||” title_font_size=”22px” custom_margin=”||10px||false|false” custom_css_toggle_icon=”position:relative;||padding-right:14px;||” border_width_all=”0px” locked=”off” global_colors_info=”{}” theme_builder_area=”post_content”]<\/p>\n Peer mediation is available to all students at Rufus King who are hoping to resolve conflicts without aggression or violence.<\/p>\n [\/et_pb_toggle][et_pb_toggle title=”Ready Club” open_toggle_text_color=”#2B2B28″ open_toggle_background_color=”#EBEBEB” closed_toggle_background_color=”RGBA(255,255,255,0)” icon_color=”#0C4D8A” toggle_icon=”||fa||900″ use_icon_font_size=”on” icon_font_size=”22px” open_icon_color=”#FFDA00″ open_toggle_icon=”||fa||900″ open_use_icon_font_size=”on” open_icon_font_size=”22px” _builder_version=”4.19.2″ _module_preset=”default” title_text_color=”#2B2B28″ title_level=”h3″ title_font=”Open Sans||||||||” title_font_size=”22px” custom_margin=”||10px||false|false” custom_css_toggle_icon=”position:relative;||padding-right:14px;||” border_width_all=”0px” locked=”off” global_colors_info=”{}” theme_builder_area=”post_content”]<\/p>\n Students study science and coordinate blood drives.<\/p>\n [\/et_pb_toggle][et_pb_toggle title=”Science National Honor Society” open_toggle_text_color=”#2B2B28″ open_toggle_background_color=”#EBEBEB” closed_toggle_background_color=”RGBA(255,255,255,0)” icon_color=”#0C4D8A” toggle_icon=”||fa||900″ use_icon_font_size=”on” icon_font_size=”22px” open_icon_color=”#FFDA00″ open_toggle_icon=”||fa||900″ open_use_icon_font_size=”on” open_icon_font_size=”22px” _builder_version=”4.19.2″ _module_preset=”default” title_text_color=”#2B2B28″ title_level=”h3″ title_font=”Open Sans||||||||” title_font_size=”22px” custom_margin=”||10px||false|false” custom_css_toggle_icon=”position:relative;||padding-right:14px;||” border_width_all=”0px” locked=”off” global_colors_info=”{}” theme_builder_area=”post_content”]<\/p>\n The society welcomes juniors and seniors who have a 3.25 cumulative GPA, three years of science education including biology, chemistry, and physics, and a 3.5 GPA in science. 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Opportunities and activities range from open mics and slam poetry competitions to writing workshops.<\/p>\n Contact<\/strong> [\/et_pb_toggle][et_pb_toggle title=”Yearbook” open_toggle_text_color=”#2B2B28″ open_toggle_background_color=”#EBEBEB” closed_toggle_background_color=”RGBA(255,255,255,0)” icon_color=”#0C4D8A” toggle_icon=”||fa||900″ use_icon_font_size=”on” icon_font_size=”22px” open_icon_color=”#FFDA00″ open_toggle_icon=”||fa||900″ open_use_icon_font_size=”on” open_icon_font_size=”22px” _builder_version=”4.19.2″ _module_preset=”default” title_text_color=”#2B2B28″ title_level=”h3″ title_font=”Open Sans||||||||” title_font_size=”22px” custom_margin=”||10px||false|false” custom_css_toggle_icon=”position:relative;||padding-right:14px;||” border_width_all=”0px” locked=”off” global_colors_info=”{}” theme_builder_area=”post_content”]<\/p>\n Our student yearbook staff documents the people, activities, and special events of a year in the life of Rufus King International High School. Yearbook staff design and help distribute the annual publication, as well.<\/p>\n Contact<\/strong> [\/et_pb_toggle][\/et_pb_column][et_pb_column type=”2_5″ _builder_version=”4.19.2″ background_enable_color=”off” global_colors_info=”{}” custom_padding__hover=”|||” theme_builder_area=”post_content”][et_pb_blurb title=”More Clubs to Explore” use_icon=”on” font_icon=”||fa||900″ icon_color=”#0C4D8A” image_icon_width=”70px” _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” header_level=”h2″ header_font_size=”24px” body_font_size=”16px” body_ul_font_size=”16px” body_ul_line_height=”1.4em” background_color=”#EBEBEB” text_orientation=”center” custom_padding=”30px|10px||10px|false|false” custom_css_free_form=”.et_pb_blurb_description li { || list-style-type: none; || margin-left: -30px;|| border-bottom: 1px solid #fff;|| padding:10px 0 ||}” custom_css_blurb_title=”border-bottom: 3px solid #fff;||padding-bottom: 20px;” border_width_all=”1px” border_color_all=”#DDDDDD” global_colors_info=”{}” theme_builder_area=”post_content”]<\/p>\n [\/et_pb_blurb][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][\/et_pb_section]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":" Extracurricular activities at Rufus King International High School cover a wide range of interests: Academic Decathlon to K Pop, chemistry and chess, racing and rock climbing and theater. Extracurricular participation can increase a student\u2019s eligibility for scholarships, honor societies, and job opportunities. Most clubs meet once per week at 3:30 p.m. for 60 to 90 […]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":3,"featured_media":0,"parent":0,"menu_order":3,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","template":"","meta":{"_et_pb_use_builder":"on","_et_pb_old_content":"Many students find out too late that their involvement in activities will enhance their chances for consideration of scholarship opportunities, honorary membership in clubs, and job opportunities. Involvement in activities enhances friendships, communication, leadership skills, organization, acceptance and self-esteem, and fun.\r\n\r\nTo be eligible to participate in student government and\/or interscholastic academics, a student must have achieved a minimum grade point average of a 2.0. S\/he may appeal for probationary eligibility at the high school only once during any given year.A student who is absent more than 4 times from any class for any reason during a marking period shall be ineligible to participate in any interscholastic athletics or academics during the next mark period unless all of the absences are determined legitimate by an administrator. Teachers will be asked to sign with approval of verified excused absences when students exceed four absences for a mark period.\r\n\n
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\n<\/strong>Keith Zeise (zeisekw@milwaukee.k12.wi.us)[\/et_pb_toggle][et_pb_toggle title=”Cheer and Stunt” open_toggle_text_color=”#2B2B28″ open_toggle_background_color=”#EBEBEB” closed_toggle_background_color=”RGBA(255,255,255,0)” icon_color=”#0C4D8A” toggle_icon=”||fa||900″ use_icon_font_size=”on” icon_font_size=”22px” open_icon_color=”#FFDA00″ open_toggle_icon=”||fa||900″ open_use_icon_font_size=”on” open_icon_font_size=”22px” _builder_version=”4.19.2″ _module_preset=”default” title_text_color=”#2B2B28″ title_level=”h3″ title_font=”Open Sans||||||||” title_font_size=”22px” custom_margin=”||10px||false|false” custom_css_toggle_icon=”position:relative;||padding-right:14px;||” border_width_all=”0px” locked=”off” global_colors_info=”{}” theme_builder_area=”post_content”]<\/p>\n
Asius Vangio (vangioak@milwaukee.k12.wi.us)<\/p>\n\n
Stephanie King (kingsa@milwaukee.k12.wi.us)<\/p>\n
Antonio Kitchens (kitchea@milwaukee.k12.wi.us)<\/p>\n
Erica Allemang-Reinke (allemaea@milwaukee.k12.wi.us)<\/p>\n\n
Edna Bosseau (bosseaee@milwaukee.k12.wi.us)<\/p>\n
Matthew Harmon (harmonm@milwaukee.k12.wi.us)<\/p>\n
John Kish (kishjj@milwaukee.k12.wi.us)<\/p>\n\n
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Dawn Schlipp (schlipda@milwaukee.k12.wi.us)<\/p>\n
Todd Kelley (kellytw@milwaukee.k12.wi.us)<\/p>\n\n
Contact: Nola Thompson<\/li>\n
Contact: Dianna Herron<\/li>\n
Contact: Olatunde Ayeni<\/li>\n
Contacts: Casey Thomm, Samantha Watts<\/li>\n
Contact: Anthony Lauer<\/li>\n
Contacts: John Foley, Martisha Swift, Lauren Watson<\/li>\n
Contact: Jesse Cole<\/span><\/li>\n
Contact: Hilda Rocha<\/li>\n
Contact: Jesse Cole<\/li>\n
Contact: Antonio Kitchens<\/li>\n
Contact Tania Miennert<\/li>\n
Contact: Dianna Herron<\/li>\n
Contacts: Greg Boettcher, Lisa Frye<\/li>\n
Contacts: Carlos Alba, Hilda Rochasalome, Dante Segura Salome<\/li>\n
Contact: Asius Vangio<\/li>\n
Contacts: Elly Hauber, Dawn Schlipp<\/li>\n
Contact: Antonio Kitchens<\/li>\n
Contact Erica Allemang-Reinke<\/li>\n
Contact: Edwin Raymond<\/li>\n
Contact: Joshua Joseph<\/li>\n
Contact: Lee Stovall<\/li>\n
Contact: Michael Lawton<\/li>\n
Contacts: Anna Fig, Nola Thompson<\/li>\n
Contacts: Thomas Wozniak, Roy Scott, Steve Brusky<\/li>\n
Contact: Keith Zeise<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\r\n \t