Personally, the values that were instilled in me at BA will be with me forever. Professionally, BA really gives you the freedom to control your own schedule (and) teaches you how to be a responsible young adult.
~ Troy Huff, Class of 2010
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WEDNESDAY,
March 6
Levels 5-8 Winter Sports Awards Assembly
8:15 am
Freedom Hall North Gym
Lower School visits Milwaukee Art Museum
Storytime Fun
(ages 3-5)
10 am, Constitution Hall
THURSDAY,
March 7
Parent & Sophomore Student Presentation:
"Preparing for the College Search Process"
Session 1, 11:10 am
Session 2, 12 noon
Patriots Hall Gym
FRIDAY,
March 8
Parent Presentation:
Classical Heritage Series #3 - What are the Liberal Arts?
8:30 am, Founders Hall Washington Room
Lower School
Preview Breakfast
8 am, Liberty Hall
College Visit
Marian University,
Fond du Lac, WI,
11:30 am, Patriots Hall College Room
Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat
Upper School Musical
7 pm, Hamilton Fine Arts Center
SATURDAY,
March 9
Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat
Upper School Musical
2 pm & 7 pm, Hamilton Fine Arts Center
SUNDAY,
March 10
Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat
Upper School Musical
2 pm, Hamilton Fine Arts Center
TUESDAY,
March 12
College Visit
University of
Wisconsin-Whitewater, Whitewater, WI,
11:30 am, Patriots Hall College Room
WEDNESDAY,
March 13
Upper School Winter Sports Awards
Assembly
8:15 am, Patriots Hall
College Visit
Iowa State University, Ames, IA,
11:30 am, Patriots Hall College Room
THURSDAY,
March 14
Middle School Pi Day Celebration
Freedom Hall
FRIDAY,
March 15
Level A Recites
"Let's Go Kiting"
8:15 am, Constitution Hall
SPRING BREAK!
Monday, March 18
–
Friday, March 29.
School resumes Monday, April 1
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Welcome to our
online newsletter!
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Parents: Host families are needed for international students
for 2019-20. A stipend is given to all international host families. Contact
Sharon Koenings
.
Parents
:
If you, a friend, or family member has a student (not currently enr
olled at BA) who plans to attend next year, please fill out an application. Classes fill up
quickly. We will have room for all currently enrolled students. Questions to
Mary Ricci
or call 262-783-3200, ext. 141.
Congratulations!
Brookfield Academy's Upper School Climb Team competed in the Wisconsin High School Climb League competition.Three BA climbers advanced to the finals!
The BA team of
Emma Canga, Abby Doble, Jacob Jonas, Jacob Reiner (finals - advanced), Jonathan Strange (second place - novice), and Isaac Schoenwetter (first place - novice)
earned a 6th place finish in a field of 20 schools and 200 climbers.
Share-A-Book:
Brookfield Academy's service clubs will sponsor a school-wide "share-a-book" project during spring break to donate books to a Milwaukee area community organization that promotes reading and education. Students from all divisions are welcome to participate; read more information
here
.
Parent Information session:
Classical Heritage Series #3 - What are the Liberal Arts?
, Friday, March 8, 8:30 am, Founders Hall Washington Room.
Lower School Preview Breakfast:
T
ell a friend to join us on
Friday, March 8, 8 am, Liberty Hall. For more information or to RSVP, click
here
.
Registration for Summer Days 2019:
Summer Days will run from June 3-August 2 (closed July 1-5). Registration is underway. Check out our 2019 catalog of classes
here
. Questions? Contact
Julie D'Arruda
.
Storytime Fun
sessions for ages 3-5
–
bring a friend! Our event is March 6, 10 am. For more information and to register click
here
.
Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat,
Upper School Musical, Friday, March 8, 7 pm, Saturday, March 9, 2 pm and 7 pm, and Sunday, March 10, 2 pm, Hamilton Fine Arts Center, W220 N6151 Town Line Road, Sussex. Purchase tickets
here
.
Spring Break, Monday, March 18
-Friday, March 29. Classes resume on Monday, April 1!
SAVE THE DATE!
Knight School and Keynote Speaker Randy Otto as Winston Churchill, Tuesday, April 9.
Upper School Student Art Exhibit:
Friday, April 12, 6-8 pm, Patriots Hall Atrium. Don't miss this annual event featuring a "Colorful Palette" of artwork showcasing the talents of Upper School art students.
Student/Faculty Directory Updates
:
Ms. Stephanie Thomas (Jaden-8 and Jaylen-5 Thomas-French) new phone number:
414-233-5063;
Mr. JB and Mrs. Amara Koenings (Stella-4, Lucy-2) address update: 13205 Oakhurst Ave., Elm Grove, 53122; Mr. Faisal and Dr. Hina Saeed (Alisha-9) address update: 18180 Peregrine Ln., Brookfield, 53045.
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Spring College Visits
:
Students are invited to stop in beginning at 11:30 am in the Patriots Hall College Room (unless otherwise noted). Info is also posted at the College Center or online
here
.
March 8, Marian University, Fond du Lac, WI
March 12, University of Wisconsin-Whitewater, Whitewater, WI
March 13, Iowa State University, Ames, IA
Parent & Sophomore Student Presentation:
"Preparing for the College Search Process"
presented by Rick Bischoff, Vice President for Enrollment Management at Case Western Reserve University, Thursday, March 7
, Session 1, 11:10 am-12 noon or Session 2, 12 noon-12:50 pm, Patriots Hall Gym. Lunch provided.
Upper School Winter Sports Awards Assembly
, Wednesday, March 13, 8:15 am, Patriots Hall.
"Explore Hopkins" Information Session
:
Johns Hopkins University, Monday, April 15, 7 pm, Patriots Hall Gym. Open to all levels and the general public.
Sophomores: Save the Date!
College trip to Lake Forest and Northwestern, Monday, April 29.
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Thank you to all the students and parents who attended our BAME Market Days over the past several weeks. Your involvement is a
lways important to the overall success of the simulation and the lessons learned.
Winter Sports Awards Assembly
(Lower School - Level 5 and Middle School - Levels 6-8):
Wednesday, March 6, 8:15 am, Freedom Hall North Gym.
Levels 5-8 Spring Sports registration is open until March 15. The following sports are offered for the spring season:
Baseball (Boys, Levels 5-8);
Soccer (Girls, Levels 5-8);
Softball (Girls, Levels 5-8);
Tennis (Coed, Levels 7-8); and
Track and Field (Coed, Levels 5-8). Register your child
here or for more information, please contact Assistant Athletic Director
Nicholas Rechlitz. Go Blue Knights!
Levels 5-8 Volleyball Clinic: The Upper School varsity volleyball team will be holding a skills camp for interested students (Girls, Levels 5-8) on the following dates: March 6 and March 11, 3:30-4:45 pm, Freedom Hall Gym. Participating students should bring gym clothes and gym shoes for the clinic. Please contact Assistant Athletic Director
Nicholas Rechlitz for more information.
Pi Day, Thursday, March 14, Freedom Hall. Pi, the famous number that makes the world go "round," will be celebrated. Students will enjoy a slice of pie, and those who memorize the first 35 digits of Pi will earn themselves the coveted Pi t-shirt. The student memorizing the most digits will be declared winner of the Pi Digit Recitation Contest.
Second mark period for Middle School will close on Friday, March 15. Report cards will be available online in
NetClassroom during spring break. Copies of report cards with grades, comments, and second mark period overall averages will be mailed home on Monday, April 1.
Middle School Honor Roll Assembly, Friday, April 5, 8:15 am, Freedom Hall.
Level 8 students
will be receiving Upper School Course Request Forms for the 2019-20 school year after spring break. An Informational Coffee for Incoming Level 9 parents will be held in the Patriots Hall College Room, Wednesday, April 10, 8:30 am, to answer any scheduling questions and discuss the transition to the Upper School. Students will go to Patriots Hall after school with Mr. Ricci on Wednesday, April 17, from 3:15-4 pm, to meet with their new Upper School advisors and make initial course selections. Parents are invited, but not required to attend. Course selection forms can also be returned directly to the Middle School or Upper School offices. Parents will receive course recommendations from Level 8 teachers and have an opportunity to approve course requests before schedules are completed. Please feel free to contact
Dr. Dan Davis
with questions related to Upper School scheduling.
Level 6 and Level 7 students
will make course selections for the 2019-20 school year by Tuesday, April 23, after meeting with teachers in April advisory sessions for an overview of the selection process and the languages and electives offered. A course selection form will be mailed home after spring break for parent/student discussion and signature. Parents with questions please contact any teacher, your child’s advisor, or Mr. Ricci.
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Winter Sports Awards Assembly
(Lower School - Level 5 and Middle School - Levels 6-8):
Wednesday, March 6, 8:15 am, Freedom Hall North Gym.
Lower School visits Milwaukee Art Museum, Wednesday, March 6.
Levels 5-8 Spring Sports registration is open until March 15. The following sports are offered for the spring season:
Baseball (boys, Levels 5-8);
Soccer (Girls, Levels 5-8);
Softball (Girls, Levels 5-8);
Tennis (Coed, Levels 7-8); and
Track and Field (Coed, Levels 5-8). Register your child
here or for more information, please contact Assistant Athletic Director
Nicholas Rechlitz. Go Blue Knights!
Levels 5-8 Volleyball Clinic:
The Upper School varsity volleyball team will be holding a skills camp for interested students (Girls, Levels 5-8) on the following dates: March 6 and March 11,3:30-4:45 pm, Freedom Hall Gym. Participating students should bring gym clothes and gym shoes for the clinic. Please contact Assistant Athletic Director
Nicholas Rechlitz for more information.
Level 5 parents
:
Students will make Middle School course selections for the 2019-20 school year by Tuesday, April 23. An overview of classes, electives, and a course selection form will be mailed home after spring break for parent/student discussion and signature. Parents with scheduling questions prior to receiving the course information should contact
Mr. Ricci
.
(Reminder: Please save the date and plan to attend "Transitioning to the Middle School: An Informational Presentation of What to Expect in Level 6," Thursday, April 11, 8:30 am, Freedom Hall Library.)
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ADVANCEMENT & VOLUNTEER NEWS
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Dinner Auction
A Knight at the Masquerade Ball
Saturday, May 4
at the 1451 Renaissance Place
The Dinner Auction works in partnership with the Annual Fund to raise funds for capital improvements. Our goal is to raise over $250,000 to benefit the Fine Arts and Athletic Programs enriching the entire BA school community. Mark your calendars! Co-Chairs Sue Simic and Melissa Watts and the Dinner Auction committee are planning a mysterious, enchanting evening for everyone.
There are many ways to support the event before you attend. Support BA by purchasing raffle tickets,
Masked Favors
, couple masks, and/or donating to Level Baskets (more information on level baskets coming soon!) If you have any questions please reach out to Auction co-chairs
Sue Simic and
Melissa Watts,
or
Lori Kaari
in the Advancement Office.
Invitation Mailing
Join the Dinner Auction team in the Founders Hall Volunteer Room Wednesday, March 13, 8:30-10:30 am to help stuff invitation envelopes.This is a great opportunity to meet parents and have a lot of fun! Questions? Contact
Sue Simic and
Melissa Watts.
New!! - Traveling Booth
Did you lose your pack of raffle tickets? No worries! The Dinner Auction committee will be at sporting events, theatre performances, and major all-school events to sell raffle tickets and answer questions about
A Knight at the Masquerade Ball
. Purchase six raffle tickets before March 15 and receive a seventh ticket free! Raffle Grand Prize is $5,000 CASH; 2nd Prize is $1,500 CASH; 3rd Prize is $500 CASH!! (Need not be present to win.)
Are you wondering where to purchase couple masks to wear the night of the Dinner Auction? Well, the Dinner Auction decorations team has taken all the guesswork out of it for you! Purchase masks prior to the Upper School Spring Musical at the new Traveling Booth on March 8, 9, or 10.
Sponsorship and Item Donation
Interested in helping support the Auction? How about having your name or your company’s name recognized as a sponsor for the evening? The Auction Committee is currently accepting sponsorship donations to help underwrite the cost of the dinner, appetizers, centerpieces, entertainment, and much, much more. They are also looking for item donations for the live and silent auctions. If interested in either of these opportunities, please contact
Peter Grossman
in the Advancement Office.
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Volunteer Corner
Thank you to all the volunteers who are working so hard on Brookfield Academy’s upcoming events! The Dinner Auction team is planning an exceptional evening on May 4.
Sue Simic and Melissa Watts could use a few more volunteers for the following:
- Gather item donations for the Silent/Online Auction (Ask the Advancement Office for a procurement form. We are here to assist!)
- Stuff invitation envelopes on Wednesday, March 13, 8:30 am, Founders Hall Volunteer Room
- Sell raffle tickets and couple masks during athletic games, theatre productions, and special events
Brookfield Academy is actively seeking chairs and co-chairs for T
eacher Appreciation Week
during April 29-May 2 in the following divisions:
- Primary School: One parent needed to chair in Constitution Hall, with co-chair Sam Yaish.
- Lower School: Two parents needed to chair and co-chair. (Level 5 parents see below).
- Middle School: One (Level 5 or Level 6) parent to co-chair with chair Anita Roessler, (Parent may shadow and learn the ropes this year and move up as chair in 2020.)
If interested, please contact
Lori Kaari
in the Advancement Office
to learn more about these volunteer opportunities!
Thank you to all our BA families who graciously give up their time and talents to enhance the lives of our BA scholars. The children are always greeted with smiling faces and energetic parents at BA events. We always need volunteers! Please
sign up online at
Volunteer Hub.
If you are interested in any other volunteer opportunities, please contact
Lori Kaari
in the Advancement Office.
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