FROM THE HEADMASTER...
You must feel the excitement that is in the air around Brookwood School! So many of our students have a real "spring" in their step, especially our seniors. We are now in the short rows and the end of the school year is only a few days away.
Flowers Hall has been as quiet as can be with AP exams going on. I am very proud of the students who have classes in Flowers; they have shown the utmost respect for their fellow classmates by whispering, holding doors, and quietly removing books from their lockers, trying not to disturb the students taking the Advanced Placement exams. Keep up the good work next week.
I have made it a point to visit with our students as they depart their AP exams to get a feel of how they thought they may have done. For the most part, all left with a tone of confidence that they knew the material. This is another sign of the strong preparation and dedication by our AP teachers to have them ready.
The remainder of the student body in the Middle and Upper Schools will begin their final exams next week. Be sure to check the exam schedule on the website to verify all times and dismissals for the next ten days.
Good luck to all students.
Here is a brief list of some of the activities that will take place next week:
- Monday at 8:30 am Lower School Awards Assembly and senior exams
- Tuesday at 9:30 am Upper School Awards Day and senior exams
- Wednesday at 9:30 am Middle School Awards Day, Buddy Farewell, and senior exams
- Thursday at 10:00 am Kindergarten Graduation, 10:15 Graduation Practice, 3rd period exams, and senior exams
- Friday at 11:00 am Fifth Grade Graduation, B and 2nd period exams, Graduation practice (9:00am), last day for Lower School, 12:30 dismissal
- Saturday at 8:00 pm Graduation at the Municipal Auditorium
Please see below for a complete list of calendar activities.
Mrs. Notaro and I would like to personally thank all the seniors and faculty for coming to our home to enjoy great BBQ last Saturday. We believe a new tradition has been created having the seniors over for BBQ and enjoying the Kentucky Derby together the first weekend of May. Thanks for your kind words of appreciation and perfect manners. You are always welcome in our home.
Congratulations to Hananel Mavity, this week's "Warrior of the Week." Way to go Hananel!
Next week I will reflect on some great times that we have shared and some lessons that have been learned throughout this fantastic year. Please be sure you use your time wisely to prepare for exams. Moms and Dads, continue to encourage your children to do their very best. Oh yes...make sure you tell them how proud you are of them with a big hug.
Happy Mother's Day!
Blessings,
Mike Notaro
Headmaster
USED BOOK STORE
The Parent Council will once again be operating the Used Book Store. The Used Book Store is a service provided to parents by the Parent Council to make it easier for everyone to get books exchanged. Of course, you do not have to participate in the service.
Robin Hawkins would like any parent who is interested in volunteering in the Book Store to call her at 226-0659 or 221-4091.
USED BOOK STORE SCHEDULE
Seniors Only: The book store will be set up in the Commons Area of Flowers Hall to buy back from seniors only on the following days:
May 15 8:00 a.m. until 9:30 a.m. and after Awards Day from 11:00 a.m. until 1:00 p.m.
May 17 8:30 a.m. until 10:00 a.m.
FOR ENTIRE UPPER SCHOOL and MIDDLE SCHOOL
The Used Book Store will be open the last TWO days of school:
Monday 5/21/07 from 8:00 a.m. to 1:30 p.m.
Tuesday 5/22/07 from 8:00 a.m. to 1:30 p.m.
The Used Book store will not be open at any time during the summer. It will reopen on Registration Day, August 13th.
A special thank you to Robin Hawkins and the many volunteers who have made this store a positive contribution to the school community.
MIDDLE SCHOOL NEWS (Ashley Harper)
We have had a great week in Middle School working to complete the year's studies and begin preparations for Nine Weeks Tests. All students have now received study guides for the upcoming exams and should begin preparing over the weekend. As many stated in today's assembly, it is easier to study ahead than cram at the end.
On Thursday morning, the eighth graders were honored by the sixth and seventh grades for their successful completion of Middle School. The Middle School student body is proud of our exceptional eighth grade students and the leadership they have shown this year.
This afternoon the Middle School hosted the rising Middle School students from the fifth grade. Fifth grade parents, please look for a transition packet in your child's Friday folder.
WELCOME TO THE MIDDLE SCHOOL!
TONIGHT - Middle School Cookout and Party
5:30 pm - 8:30 p.m. in the quad. Please bring your $5 admissions fee, if you have not already done so.
WE HOPE TO SEE ALL THE MIDDLE SCHOOL STUDENTS TONIGHT!
*Please note, this is a Brookwood only event. Thank you for your understanding.
LOWER SCHOOL NEWS (Francine Wright)
Let's Celebrate!!!
Today the Lower School Chorus performed an arrangement of songs to celebrate different cultures in their final performance for the year. Along with singing, some of the children demonstrated their musical talents by also playing percussion and kazoos. Thank you to Mrs. Lee and the Lower School Chorus for your hard work and dedication throughout the school year. You always delight us!
KUDOS TO...
Thomas Harrison for reaching 10,000 on his math scroll. Great job Harrison!!!
Jack Howard for submitting a question to BrainPOP about Venus flytraps. BrainPOP responded by making a movie on Carnivorous plants to answer his question. Way to go Jack!!!
A Trip to the Capitol
Mrs. McCall's second grade class visited the Capitol in Tallahassee on May 3, 2007. They observed first hand the House of Representatives debating a bill to be passed into law. This trip was especially meaningful as it was the National Day of Prayer. The children were able to visit with a young Marine who had just returned from Africa serving our country.
After School Kids Newsletter
Only a few days left in this school year and it seems as if we have only just begun. I wanted to thank all the parents that have shared your children with us in the After School Program. We will miss you all over the summer. I am sure you all have great plans for the summer vacation. I wanted to let you know that we will be back next year, and we are looking forward to another great year at Brookwood School in 2007-2008. The schedule for the last week of school will be as follows:
Monday thru Thursday 3:00 till 5:30
Friday there will be NO A.S.K.
Thank you again for a great year. Have a fun and safe summer! God Bless you all!
Linda Rish, April Rish, Hollie Rish Rosser
Last Chance to Check "Lost & Found"
Parents, if your child is missing a jacket or sweatshirt, please come by the Lower School office to check Lost & Found. All items left in Lost & Found at the end of the school year will be donated to a local organization.
REMINDER: 12:30 DISMISSAL, Friday, May 18, 2007, (No ASK)
***Personnel Opening***
Classroom Teacher Assistant:
Hours: 8:00 - 3:00
School Year 2007-08
Do you enjoy working with children? Consider being a teacher's assistant at Brookwood School.
Please call Francine Wright at 228-6145
COLLEGE COUNSELING (Vic Spigener)
Juniors are reminded that a rough draft of your resume is due to Mr. Spigener before the end of school. Please get this done as soon as possible so you can concentrate on your upcoming exams.
BROOKWOOD ATHLETICS
Athletic physicals for the 2007-2008 school year will be provided free of charge at the school on Tuesday, June 12, 5:00 p.m.-6:30 p.m. Mark your calendars as this will be the only time this service will be offered during the summer.
Varsity Girls Soccer Ends with a Very Successful Season
The Brookwood Lady Warriors Varsity Soccer season ended on Thursday, May 3, when Trinity Christian defeated the Lady Warriors 3-0. The girls played a great game against a very fine Trinity Christian team. Trinity Chistian scored their first goal with 12 seconds remaining in the first half. Coach Hogan and Coach Warner believe this gave Trinity a great amount of momentum going into the second half. It might have been a different outcome if it had been 0-0 at halftime. The heat of the day also played a factor with Liz Brewer going down at halftime with heat problems. The All-State sweeper was only allowed to play about half of the second half. In the second half, with Liz on the bench, Trinity was able to score twice. The girls ended the season with an 8-3-2 record and a Region Championship and a play-off win that got us into the Elite Eight. Next year we are shooting for the Final Four.
On Tuesday May 8th, Coach Hogan went to Macon to the All-Region and All-State meeting. Liz Brewer was voted to the All-State Team. Liz, Logan Petrey, Marielle Youmans, Kendra Bell, Maria Olson, and Winnie Kadis were elected to the All-Region Team.
Congratulations to all the girls for a GREAT season. The future looks bright for Brookwood Girls Soccer.
News from the Middle/Upper School Art Department (Maureen Harrer)
Caroline Penhallegon received second place in a state wide poster contest for Manufacturers Appreciation Week and won $300 for her work.
Mickey Betters placed first and Jessi Singletary received second place in the Congressional Art Competition. Mickey received a $5,000 renewable scholarship to Savannah College of Art and Design and her winning photo will hang in the corridor between the House of Representatives and the State Capitol for one year. Also, Mickey received two plane tickets to Washington, DC to attend a reception for all the winning artists for this year.
Jessi Singletary was last year's first place winner and Haven Shea placed honorable mention.
Congratulations Girls!
END OF THE YEAR ACTIVITIES
May 11: AP United States History Exam 8:05 a.m.
AP European History Exam. 12:45 p.m.
Middle School Cookout and Party, 5:30-8:30 p.m. in Crozer Cafeteria
Troupe Show
May 12: Blue/White Scrimmage Game at 11:00 a.m., Football Field
Troupe Show
May 14: AP Biology Exam 8:05 a.m.
Lower School Awards Assembly, 8:30 a.m., Chubb Hall
May 15: Upper School Awards Day, 9:30 a.m., Stoddard Gymnasium
May 16: Buddy Farewell, 8:30 a.m., Chubb Hall
Middle School Awards Day, 9:30 a.m., Stoddard Gymnasium
May 17: 3rd Period Exam (Complete exam schedule is available on the web site.)
Graduation Practice, 10:15 a.m., Stoddard Gymnasium
Graduation Practice, 1:30 p.m., Municipal Auditorium
Senior Banquet (Seniors Only), 6:30 p.m, Country Club
Kindergarten Graduation, 10:00 a.m., Chubb Hall
May 18: B Period and 2nd Period Exams
Graduation Practice, 9:00 a.m., Municipal Auditorium
Fifth Grade Graduation, 11:00 a.m., Chubb Hall
Last Day of School for Lower School Students, 12:30 p.m. dismissal
May 19: Graduation, 8:00 p.m., Municipal Auditorium
May 21: 1st Period and 4th Period Exams, 12:30 dismissal
May 22: A Period and L Period Exams, 12:30 dismissal
Last Day of School for Upper and Middle School Students
May 23-25 - Postplanning for Teachers
May 28: Memorial Day - office closed
This list is subject to change.
Please refer to the school's website for current calendar information.
www.brookwoodschool.org
Detailed school-wide calendar and athletic event information can be found simply clicking the following link: http://www.brookwoodschool.org/page/brookwood_today
Want to know a game score? Check out http://www.brookwoodschool.org/page/athletics
