As the students and staff at Green Bay West High School near the end of the academic year, we reflect on the student opportunities that were either fully or partially funded by the Do Great Things Initiative.
The mission of the Do Great Things Initiative partnership with Green Bay West High School is to reduce experiential and economic barriers to Green Bay West High School students access to college education. The three ways we can make an impact are to help make the students college-ready, apply for as much financial aid as possible, and fund the tuition gap (what they owe after all aid, grants, and discounts.) We have a current-use fund available to the faculty and staff, and they use the money to create enrichment programs that meet our strategic pillars.
Thank you to the faculty and staff at Green Bay West High School for organizing these impactful experiences for the students.
University of Wisconsin – Milwaukee Tour
On October 30th, 45 students from Green Bay West toured UW Milwaukee. It was a beautiful fall day for walking the college campus. Seniors on this trip indicated how much visiting the campus has helped them in their decision for college next year. Juniors on this trip shared that UW Milwaukee is a top contender for their college choices.
Tour of UW-Stevens Point
On Monday, October 7th, 33 Seniors and Juniors toured UW Stevens Point. New this year, many UW schools are directly admitting students, and this tour provided some insights for students interested in attending UWSP. Students listened in on an admissions overview, a student panel Q&A session, a walking campus tour, and an excellent lunch in one of the dining halls. The fall weather was lovely, the campus was beautiful, and the students were so excited!
IB Lit and Performance Students attended a theater performance in Milwaukee
IB Lit and Performance Students attended a student matinee at the Marcus Performing Arts Center in Milwaukee. Student matinees are a series of special 60-minute daytime performances for K-12 students featuring internationally-renowned artists. A student matinee is the perfect way to bring the arts to life in a fun and memorable way. The school also received in-depth study materials with lesson plans and arts-integration opportunities to use in the classroom.
Tiny Earth Student & Family Activity
Financial Aid Night
Green Bay West hosted a College Goal Wisconsin FAFSA event, which provides free information and assistance to students and their families. Completing the FAFSA is the first and most crucial step in qualifying for aid to help pay for college. The Do Great Things Initiative provided food and beverages for the attendees.
Tech Ed Competition
Staff in the Tech Ed department held a welding challenge for students. The DGTI funded gift cards for the winners. The Bay Link Manufacturing® program at West High School celebrated its 10 year anniversary with a visit from Governor Tony Evers, state and city officials, and community partners on May 12, 2025. Students from East, Preble, Southwest and West High Schools are able to learn about the business of manufacturing through sales, marketing, accounting, production planning, bidding and purchase orders, and customer service. The program immerses students in relevant, real-word experience in high tech careers in manufacturing, engineering, marketing and business.
Visit to America’s Black Holocaust Museum in Milwaukee
Students were able to visit the ABHM to build awareness of the harmful legacies of slavery and Jim Crow in America and promotes racial repair, reconciliation, and healing.
Leadership Workshop for Band & Orchestra Students
Spring Tour of Marquette University
Students attended a full-day tour of Marquette University. They were able to ask Green Bay West High School alums, who currently attend Marquette University, questions. They also dined at the cafeteria in a residence hall for lunch.
Future Educators Event at UW-Green Bay
8th Grade Welcome Night
Teacher Appreciation Week
