FROM THE HEADMASTER...

Excitement is in the air as we move into Homecoming Week.  In most Independent Schools this is a time where the students, alumni and parents show their true colors.  Make plans to attend the many events and activities that will take place throughout next week.  A list of activities and dress-up days are included within this eNewsletter.

Within the next few days you will be receiving a letter from me discussing the importance of the Annual Fund.  We have intentionally delayed the start of this Annual Fund for Excellence so that all stakeholders can get their feet under them and, to be candid, I wanted you to get a real feel of how the school year was going before we asked for your participation.  As you know, all quality Independent Schools do not rely solely on tuition for their operating budget.  In fact, tuition in most cases only covers approximately 80 percent of the school's annual operating costs.  Please take the time to read my upcoming letter and seriously consider participating.  As you are aware, participation is the key to success in any endeavor.  We, the faculty and Board, feel the same way, which is why we already have 100% participation by this fantastic group of people.  If they believe in excellence and all the good we stand for, I would hope you will show it as well.   Many of you have said to me "let me know how I can help." Well, consider this my call for help!  Let's set another record this year at Brookwood with the largest Parent, Grandparent, and Alumni participation ever.  Please feel free to call on me with any questions you may have concerning our Annual Fund for Excellence.     

Mrs. Callaway's computer class hosted Scott Rich, Brookwood Salutatorian from 1992 and son of Mr. and Mrs. Scott Rich, to talk about his work with Electronic Arts (EA) Sports.  Scott gave a fascinating talk on the intricacies of his position developing computer games such as John Madden NFL football, and his upcoming release Superman.  Scott has also worked on other EA productions such as NASCAR and Tiger Woods.  It was amazing to hear Scott explain the extremely long process and meticulous work that goes into producing these popular worldwide games.  Thank you Mrs. Callaway and Scott for sharing with us such an interesting story.

We are always on the lookout for individuals who can share and enlighten our students.  If you know of someone whom you believe could share their occupation and story with us, please contact me.

Please remember that you should not leave your vehicle unattended while parked in front of Flowers Hall and the Williams-Parker Library.  If you need to enter the school, please park on the opposite side of the median as you enter the campus.  Thank you for your cooperation.

I wish you all a great weekend and hope to see everyone here next week taking part in all the great activities that are planned. 

Blessings,

Mike Notaro
Headmaster


MIDDLE SCHOOL NEWS (Ashley Harper)

We are so excited for the first Middle School evening social event of the year.  We hope tonight's Middle School Movie Night proves to be a memorable experience.  We will be enjoying an evening of karaoke and a feature presentation complete with popcorn, candy, and fun. 

Please drop you child off in front of Flowers Hall at 7 pm.  Pick up will be at 10 pm, also in front of Flowers Hall.  The event will be held on the football field and we will walk the students up following the movie. Tickets for the event are $3 and concessions will be available for the evening. 

Should you need to contact us during the event please use my cell phone number, 229-200-1879. 

Thank you for supporting our Middle School activities.

Mrs. Phipps' Word Power classes are hard at work honing vocabulary usage and skills.  The students have been hard at work on idiom dictionaries and celebrating their word parties.  Parents, this valuable semester long course adds to your child's understanding and application of advanced vocabulary.  Thank you for supporting your child's growing academic vocabulary and work!

LOWER SCHOOL NEWS (Francine Wright)
 

Plantation Wildlife Arts Festival Poster Contest

Each year, Lower School students submit artwork to the Plantation Wildlife Arts Festival Poster Contest.  Of the 3,000 entries submitted from area elementary schools this year, 100 finalists were selected.  The following Lower School students were selected as finalists:

            Preston Young, Honey Balfour, Melanie Quinton, Mary Kimball Vereen,
            Thomas Bragg, Hayes Roach, Amber Baugh, Mary Katherine Moreton, 
            Parker Roach, Allison Stauffer, Eleanor Stubley, and Hampton Worthey

The winner of the Poster Contest will be announced during the Unveiling Reception on Wednesday, November 1.  The 100 finalists will have their entries displayed at the Cultural Center from November 2-10 as well as at the Festival on November 18 & 19 in the Wild Discovery Center. 

Congratulations to Mrs. Mandy Roach, to all the finalists, and to all the Lower School students for their continued efforts to cultivate their artistic talents. 

Alzheimer's Memory Walk/Open House

Southwest Georgia Technical College is hosting the 2006 Alzheimer's Memory Walk/Open House on Saturday, October 21.  In conjunction with the walk and open house, area elementary school students were asked to submit entries for an art contest using the theme, "Your Favorite Memory with Your Grandparents". 

The following Lower School students were selected as finalists:
            Anne Clifton, Pavan Patel, Gabby Schminky, Caroline Deese,
            Melanie Quinton, Christopher Watt, Natalie Moreton, Honey Balfour,
            and Loring Spencer

The winner will be announced Saturday morning at the Festival. 

Way to go Lower School students and Mrs. Roach!!

 
ATHLETICS 

Cross Country
This Saturday morning, several of our runners will compete at the State Cross Country meet. They have worked extremely hard, having been paced by one of Brookwood's celebrated heros, coach Debbie Beeson. Here were the times and top 3 finishers from the region.

FINISH	TIME	NAME	SCHOOL
1	22.54	STAUFFER	BROOKWOOD
2	23.31	JORDAN	TIFT
3	24.10	TAYLOR	TIFT

FINISH	TIME	NAME	SCHOOL
1	17.05	STAUFFER	BROOKWOOD
2	18.36	GUNSOLUS	RSS
3	19.27	DANIEL	BROOKWOOD

FINISH	TIME	NAME	SCHOOL
1	10.26	SMOOT	ST JOHN
2	10.41	ANDERSON	TIFT
3	10.47	MOREHEAD	TIFT
4	11.01	PENNHALEGON	BROOKWOOD
5	11.04:07	KIELMA	ST JOHN
6	11.04:55	POWELL	ST JOHN
7	11.08	BOWEN	TIFT
8	11.16	JOHNSON	TIFT
9	11.18	HALTIWANGER	ST JOHN
10	11.24	CHASON	BROOKWOOD

Tonight the team travels to Sherwood Christian. Kick-off is scheduled for 8:00 pm. Please remember that next week is Homecoming.

Practice is underway for the girls and begins on Monday for the boys. Both coaches are excited about their respective seasons.

Congratulations to the Boys Soccer team on their 3-0 play-off win this past Tuesday against Monsignor Donovan Catholic High School. They traveled Thursday to St. Simons Island and batted against the #1 team in the state, Frederica Academy and came up short. Coach Hogan and the team should be congratulated on finishing the season well. We are very proud of the team. Go Warriors!

COLLEGE COUNSELING OFFICE (Vic Spigener)

All Upper School students are reminded of their community service requirements.  Forms to document service are in the plastic wall slots in the Commons area.  These should be given to either Mr. Spigener or Coach Johnson.

Volunteers are needed to help with the various activities at the Alzheimer's Memory Walk and the Community Open House and Fall Festival at Southwest Georgia Technical College on Saturday, October 21 from 9:00 am to 1:00 pm.  Help is needed with face painting, assisting with the pumpkin patch, helping with the walk, and other activities.  For more information or to sign up, please call or email Tammy Bryant at 227-2980 or tbrayant@southwestgatech.edu.

The deadline to register for the December SAT I or SAT II is November 1.

The deadline to register for the December ACT is November 3.

Seniors are reminded that their college applications are due by October 31.  Remember, it is crucial that you follow the directions on the applications.  Failure to do so could very well cost you an acceptance. 

Seniors are also reminded that applications for Early Action or Early Decision WERE DUE on Wednesday, Oct. 18!!!  These need to be in to Mr. Spigener immediately or you will run the risk of not meeting the November 1 deadline.

Darton College in Albany will be at Brookwood on Wednesday, October 25.  Interested students should see Mr. Spigener for the time and location.

***HOMECOMING 2006 
Homecoming 2006 promises to be a busy and exciting week of activities.  The festivities began with the announcement of the 2006 Homecoming Court and will continue through Saturday, October 28, with the Homecoming Dance.