07-04-2025
This week, vote for one of two 'well-rounded' students in our Student of the Week poll
We're back with a statewide Wisconsin Student of the Week poll this week. This week, we received nominations for two well-rounded students in two different parts of Wisconsin.
Read what the people who nominated these high school students say about them below, and then vote in our poll to determine who should take the title of Wisconsin Student of the Week.
Don't see anyone from your high school here? Keep reading to learn how you can nominate a student from your school for our weekly poll.
"Joshua is another 'jack of all trades.' He is not only a young man of academics, he is actively involved in the community as well. He is a part of student council, he is one of the track and field captains and a student aide where he helps teachers in the classroom setting prepping and engaging the younger students. He is a part of the Youth Health Society club, where he assists with building solutions to combat the health disparities in healthcare around Milwaukee. He also volunteered with the Women's Health Center. Josh has a niche for helping people, and has a way of embracing everyone's journey as he encounters them. Josh is a passionate individual who enjoys helping others. On top of being a well-rounded student, Josh is also an assistant phlebotomist with Versiti part time. In the fall, Josh plans to attend the University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee majoring in biomedical science. Joshua puts the Pride in Messmer Pride, and we are so happy to call you a Bishop."
-Melissa Hoeppner, counselor, Messmer High school
"Olympia Simons is an exceptional 12th-grade student who consistently demonstrates outstanding academic achievement in a rigorous course load. Her commitment to excellence extends beyond the classroom, as evidenced by her active involvement in extracurricular activities, including her dedication as a hockey player for our school on the Green Bay Ice Bears and participation in a variety of school clubs. Olympia's exceptional organizational skills, along with her supportive nature, make her a valuable asset to classroom learning and to her peers. She genuinely cares about the success of others and adds greatly to a positive and collaborative learning environment. Olympia's selfless and thoughtful actions, combined with her wonderful organizational skills and infectious positive attitude, make her a perfect candidate for this recognition."
-Kacie Langlitz, English teacher, Pulaski High School
This week's poll runs from Monday, April 7, until noon Thursday, April 10. We will announce the winner online April 11 at and and in our newspapers on Sunday, April 13. Happy voting!
Do you work with youth and know someone who could be Student of the Week? Reach out to Debi Young, statewide education editor, at to get a link to the nomination form.
Rebecca Loroff is a K-12 education reporter for the USA TODAY NETWORK-Wisconsin. She welcomes story tips and feedback. Contact her at rloroff@
This article originally appeared on Milwaukee Journal Sentinel: Vote in our 21st Student of the Week poll
