Why Tenor?
Why Tenor?
We’re glad you’re interested in Tenor High School!
Tenor High School offers a one-of-a-kind high school experience that prepares students for life after graduation. During their senior year, Tenor students attend Milwaukee Area Technical College free-of-charge to earn college credits, which they can use toward a certificate, technical diploma, associate’s degree, and/or transfer to a different two- or four-year college or university.
A Note on Enrollment
If you are interested in applying to Tenor High School, you will submit one general Tenor application; you are not applying specifically for one campus. Based on enrollment capacity, you will be enrolled in either our Tenor Cathedral Square campus or our Tenor Journal Square campus.
The Tenor Difference
Opportunities and Experiences for Everyone
- Tuition-free
- Small school and class sizes
- Nurturing, disciplined, and safe environment
- Comprehensive high school program including extracurricular activities and WIAA athletics
A Supportive and Vibrant School Culture
- WI certified and licensed teaching staff
- Committed school leadership and staff
- Full time special education teachers
- Comprehensive Student Support Services and extracurriculars build a culture of mental health awareness and resilience
A Rigorous Academic Culture
- Committed to personalized learning
- High standards and expectations
- Cutting-edge technology
- GLEAM (Grade Level, Engaging, Affirming, and Meaningful) instruction
A Commitment to Future Readiness
- Students receive one free year of college at MATC their senior year of high school
- College transition support for seniors
- Full time school counselors
Congratulations to the Class of 2026!
Next year, 31% of our graduates will continue on at MATC in pursuit of a technical diploma or an associate’s degree, leveraging the credits they earned at MATC during their senior year of high school. Students will also be attending 4-year colleges, including Marquette University, Mount Mary University, Concordia University, Tennessee State University, University of Wisconsin-Madison, University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee, University of Wisconsin-Parkside, and University of Wisconsin-LaCrosse. Others will be joining the military or entering the workforce. We’re proud of the many paths our students are taking toward their bright futures!
