At Wisconsin Conservatory of Lifelong Learning (WCLL), students are supported from kindergarten through graduation in a caring, connected—air-conditioned—learning environment.
Beginning with the earliest school experiences and continuing throughout high school, WCLL students and families benefit from a consistent educational journey. Children move smoothly from one grade level to the next while building essential academic, social, and emotional skills. Because they remain part of the WCLL community for many years, they can form strong, lasting relationships with staff members.
Grades
School Hours
8:00 a.m. – 3:25 p.m.
Dedicated teachers get to know students during their time at WCLL. Our staff works to meet the needs of all learners through engaging programs and individualized support. From an early age, WCLL Wizards are encouraged to discover their talents and interests. As they grow, they develop supportive relationships with teachers, peers, and mentors and feel a strong sense of belonging. This positions them to be able to strengthen problem-solving skills, make positive choices, and prepare for the future.
Our K4–12 community also offers many opportunities for students of different ages to learn from and support one another. Responsible older students may serve as role models and tutors to provide encouragement and feedback for younger learners. These positive interactions build confidence and strengthen social skills for all students involved.
WCLL’s welcoming and connected environment extends to families throughout Milwaukee. As a citywide school with busing available, WCLL can support those who may move and value educational stability for their children. By completing their entire educational career at WCLL, students grow into compassionate, confident young adults who are proud of their school community and prepared for lifelong success.
Mission
Our mission is to provide all K4–12 students with an urban comprehensive teaching and learning environment grounded in lifelong learning values to achieve academic success, personal growth, employability skills, and civic excellence.
Vision
We believe the most engaging strategy for achieving our mission is to function as a collaborative professional learning community. We envision lifelong learning values will:
- Create a culture of integrity to support cooperative leadership.
- Build mutual respect for individual students’ academic success.
- Maintain disciplined peer and professional relationships.
- Guide students to develop a strong work ethic.
- Provide frequent opportunities for positive family engagement.
Our Students
Data from our most recent state report card
- Black or African American 87.8%
- Hispanic or Latino 4.9%
- Two or More Races 2.8%
- Asian 2.1%
- White 1.7%
- American Indian or Alaskan Native 0.7%
- Native Hawaiian or Pacific Islander 0%
Number of Students
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English Learners
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