Wisdom, Honor, Achievement, Citizenship

***FROM THE HEADMASTER*** 
Recently the local newspaper did a story on the SAT scores of the local high schools.  The newspaper did not call Brookwood to ask for our scores and thus we were not mentioned in the story.  A number of people have asked how we compare to the local public schools, independent schools and the national averages, so we are including our scores along with the results that were printed in the newspaper and statewide averages from the College Board report.  The scores are for the Class of 2005; the students who graduated last May.

Combined Average Score on the Verbal and Math Sections
National average                     1028
Georgia average                      993
GA Independent School average 1117
Central average                       933
Thomasville average                 932
Brookwood average                 1135
 
 Average Score on the Verbal Section
National Verbal                            508
Georgia Verbal                             497
Georgia Independent School Verbal 557
Central Verbal                             466
Thomasville Verbal                       460
Brookwood Verbal                        575
 
Average Score on the Math Section
National Math                             520
Georgia Math                              496
Georgia Independent School Math  560
Central Math                              466
Thomasville Math                        473
Brookwood Math                         560
 
While we continue to believe that our students should work to improve their SAT scores because of the increasingly competitive nature of the college admissions process, the data above support the conclusion that we are currently offering a superior educational opportunity for our students. 

We would always qualify any remarks about SAT scores with emphasis on the fact that our primary goal is to prepare our students for success in college, and we feel strongly that rigorous classroom instruction is the best preparation and best measure of our success.

We have some additional evidence that illustrates the strength of our academic programs.  On the Advanced Placement tests that were given last Spring, 25 students (42% of those in the 11th or 12th grades) took at least one test.  In total our students took 49 AP tests.  Of the 49 tests taken, our students scored a mark of 3 or above on 42 of the 49 tests for a percentage of 86% scoring 3 or above.  On 33 of the 49 tests our students scored a mark of 4 or 5 for a percentage of 67% gaining those high marks.  These scores are a testament to hard work of our students and the excellent teaching of Ann Larson, David Grooms, Carol Sheftall and Keith Massey.

***HOME FOOTBALL GAME TONIGHT at 8:00 P.M.
(Parents, please remember that students are not to bring scooters, skateboards or bikes to athletic events.)

***PROGRESS REPORTS ON FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 16
***SCHOOL PICTURES ON MONDAY, SEPTEMBER 19

***SENIOR AND FIRST GRADE BUDDIES
Once again, seniors and first graders have been paired as buddies for the year.  Last week they met for initial introductions.  With everyone wearing nametags, the younger ones identified their senior buddy by a sticker that matched their own.   Then all the students sang a song together about friends.  It took no time at all to become acquainted!  In a matter of minutes, the Chubb Center was full of excited chatter and happy smiles.  The first graders took their seniors into the classroom to show their desk, their work, and special interests and activities.  Some senior buddies were kneeling beside a desk that they might have occupied when Mrs. Sims taught them!  After refreshments, the buddies said farewell.  They will meet several times during the semester.  Both young and old buddies can leave notes for each other, and they can see each other at first grade lunch and recess.

***MAGAZINE SALE
Brookwood Lower School students kicked off their annual magazine sale today.  The proceeds fund special projects for our school.  If you need to renew your magazine subscription or would like to have a new magazine, please support our students by ordering your magazines through the school.  Please call the Lower School Office if you need an order form.

***HOMECOMING T-SHIRTS (Parent Council)
The Middle and Upper School students are busy working on the designs for this year's Homecoming T-shirt. Students who purchase a t-shirt will be allowed to wear them to school during Homecoming Week.  The cost is $10.00 per t-shirt. Due to printing deadlines, t-shirt orders must be turned in by Monday morning, September 12th.  Make checks payable to Brookwood Parent Council.  We would love to have 100% participation and show school spirit and enthusiasm.  An order form is below and should be returned to their teacher (Lower School students) or the front office (Middle and Upper School students).  Questions:  Call Toni May.

Student _______________________
Teacher _______________________
Sizes: T-shirts are 100% cotton
_____Youth Small (6-8) _____Adult Small
_____Youth Medium (10-12) _____Adult Medium
_____Youth Large (14-16) _____Adult Large
_____Adult X-Large
_____Adult XX_Large (+$2.00)
 

***FALL FAMILY DINNER and ACTIVITIES
Parent Council will be hosting the Fall Family Dinner on Thursday, September 29, from 5:30-7:00 p.m. Activities include face painting, ping pong toss, football toss, smash car, and a fun slide, along with tattoos, snow cones, cotton candy and much more!  Our Middle School football players will play Sherwood beginning at 5:00 p.m., followed by the presentation of the Homecoming Court and all fall athletes.  The traditional lighting of the B will take place at the far side of Warrior Stadium, followed by the Bonfire.  Please plan on bringing your family and joining all Warriors for this fun-filled evening. 

Reservations are required for the Fall Family Dinner.  Dinner includes a Billiard Academy hotdog, chips and drink.  A reservation form is below and should be returned to the school office.  Make checks payable to Brookwood Parent Council.  Deadline for reservations is September 26.

Name___________________________________________
Number of people attending @ $4.00 per person_________
Amount of money enclosed with reservation ____________

Cake Walk
Baked goods are needed for the cake walk that will be part of the activities the evening of the Fall Family Dinner.  Cakes, cookies bars, cookies, brownies, and pies would all be wonderful.  Refrigeration will not be available so please send things that do not require refrigeration. Goodies can be dropped off in Chubb Hall on the morning of the 29th.  If you are willing to bake, please contact Tory Moreton at vmoreton@rose.net. 

More information regarding Homecoming festivities will follow in future e-newsletters.

***SALLY FOSTER GIFTWRAP:
Members of the Junior Class (Class of 2007) are selling Sally Foster giftwrap paper and accessories.  This annual fundraising opportunity is the major source of income for the Jr. Sr. Prom.  Please see any member of the Junior Class and browse through the catalog of top quality, heavy weight giftwrap, premium chocolates, and wonderful gift items. Juniors will be at the home football game tonight to place orders.  Order forms are also available in the front office.  Questions?  Call Audrey Alderman (228-7766), Suzanne Alexander (226-1666) or Charlotte Vinson (226-8070), or email Carol Sheftall, Junior Class Sponsor (csheftall@brookwoodschool.org).

***DRAMA GUILD COFFEE HOUSE
On Saturday, September 17, Flowers Hall will be transformed into a coffee house.  Students and parents are invited to spend the evening sipping coffee, munching dessert, and listening to poetry and music presented by Brookwood students.  Please join us from 7:00 to 9:00 p.m. 

***Detailed school-wide calendar and athletic event information can be found simply clicking the following link:  http://www.brookwoodschool.org/page/brookwood_today