Open A Book - Begin a Journey
"We are carrying a point of light and touching the lives of others, every single one of us, as we go forth from here...Thank you for carrying your individual point of light; from this day forward -- to who knows where in the world -- but you know what? You and your individual point of light will guide your way as the Five Stars in your Brookfield Academy education have guided you. It will also help others to see -- and yes -- it will brighten the world.
Founders Day Guest Speaker, Robert Bair
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WEDNESDAY
September 11
Primary School Library Volunteer Coffee
8:30 am
Constitution Hall Library
THURSDAY,
September 12
All-Parent Busing Information Session
11 am
Constitution Hall Library
FRIDAY,
September 13
Freshman/Senior Breakfast
7:30 am
Patriots Hall
Middle School Club Fair
7:45 am
Freedom Hall
BA Cub Scout Pack 183 All-Scout Sign-up
6:30 pm
Freedom Hall
TUESDAY,
September 17
Constitution Day Assembly
8:15 am
Founders Hall
American Character Series Educational Program
Following Assembly
Founders Hall, Washington Room
WEDNESDAY,
September 18
Homecoming Kickball Game and Bonfire
Fields of Freedom
MATHCOUNTS Orientation Meeting
4:30-5 pm
Freedom Hall Library
THURSDAY,
September 19
Middle School Parents:
Checking in - How is it going after the first few weeks of Middle School?
8:30 am
Freedom Hall Library
FRIDAY,
September 20
Lower School Library Volunteer Coffee
8:30 am
Liberty Hall Library
Founders Fest
4 pm
Fields of Freedom
SATURDAY,
September 21
Five Star Run
12 noon
Fields of Freedom
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Special Thanks
to longtime teacher and coach Robert Bair, guest speaker at Founders Day Assembly, for sharing his time with us!
Future BA Scholar?
Do you have a new baby in your family or know someone who does? Brookfield Academy has a welcome gift to send. Contact
Mary Ricci
, Director of Admissions, with family information.
All Parents:
Join us for an Information Session about Busing, Thursday, September 12, 11 am, Constitution Hall Library.
American Character Educational Series:
Milwaukee County Circuit Court Judge Cindy Davis, BA Class of ’98, presents the topic "One Nation Under _______ ? Where has God gone and what does the Constitution say about it?" on Tuesday, September 17, immediately following Constitution Day assembly, Founders Hall, Washington Room. More information and RSVP
here
.
Founders Fest:
Friday, September 20, 4 pm, Fields of Freedom (just beyond the Upper School at Patriots Hall). Celebrate the
start of a new school year. See Advancement Column for more information.
The Brookfield Academy Five Star Run
is Saturday, September 21. Join the fun at this annual event. See Advancement Column for more information.
Library Volunteers:
Would you like to volunteer in one of our libraries? Join us for our Library Volunteer Coffees listed under each division and also
online
.
Open House Brunch
, Sunday, October 13, 11:30 am-2 pm. Save the date and help spread the word to family, friends, or neighbors who might like to come and learn more about BA. More information
here
.
Order Brookfield Academy's first children's history book
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Introducing a delightful story for our young readers!
Look What We Found!
is a children’s book created to honor and highlight the history of Brookfield Academy and the work of our founders. For more information visit our
website
and order a copy
online
!
Middle School and Upper School Students:
Students in Level 8 and up may apply for paid Narnia positions now. Priority given to early applications. For more information, p
lease contact
Julie D'Arruda.
CODA:
New CODA teachers have joined Brookfield Academy's private music les
son program
! Details available
online
or contact
Julie D'Arruda
.
Yearbook!
Early Bird Price ($65) expires October 1.
Order online at
www.jostens.com
for the 2020 edition of this year's book. Once there, select Brookfield Academy from Brookfield, Wisconsin. Be advised, there is more than one Brookfield Academy on the Jostens website, so make sure that you select correctly. Any questions, please contact
Chris Maso
n
.
Grandparents Day Invitations:
Grandparents Day is Friday, October 4! If you haven't filled out the form yet, more information is
here
. Don't miss
out on this spe
cial day!
All Parent Presentation:
"Parenting in today's adolescent world," presented by Dr. Michael Mazius and Dr. Barbara Calkins, Friday November 1, 8:30-11:30 am, (location tbd). More information and
RSVP here
.
Why We Teach Economics at BA:
Save the Date for this parent presentation on Wednesday, November 13. More information to follow.
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College Visits:
Representatives from national and international colleges visit the BA campus throughout the fall. Students are invited to stop in. The BA College Visit schedule is listed
here
.
Freshman/Senior Breakfast,
Friday, September 13, 7:30 am, Patriots Hall Cafeteria. Reminder:
This is a dress-up day for freshmen and seniors.
Homecoming Kickball Game and Bonfire:
Wednesday, September 18. Students should be picked up promptly by 8:30 pm (when the bonfire ends) at the Fields of Freedom.
Homecoming Week Service Projects:
Friday, September 20, is a required school day in which students will conduct service projects. Students are dismissed at 3:15, but encouraged to attend the Founders Fest and football game.
Homecoming Dance:
Saturday, September 21, from 8-11 pm. Dress up for this Upper School only dance. Tickets are on sale during Homecoming Week in Mrs. Dehne's office.
PSAT Testing:
Upper School students will test on Wednesday, October 16.
Scholarship Testing
is offered for students entering Levels 9-12 for the 2020-21 school year on Saturday, November 2, 9 am. Save the date! This test is offered only one time per year. Students interested in participating for these competitive scholarships may
register here
or please contact
Admissions
for more information.
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Upcoming Middle School trips
are an annual BA tradition; students bond in a fun, non-academic setting and build rapport with one another and their teachers. Level 6 camp trip is Friday, September 13.
Middle School Club Fair:
Friday, September 13, 7:45-8:15 am, Freedom Hall North Gym. Parents are welcome to stay for the assembly after the fair.
Parents of Middle School Mathletes:
Join us for a MATHCOUNTS orientation meeting on Wednesday, September 18, 4:30-5 pm, in the Freedom Hall Library.
Parents:
An electronic version of Parents Night handouts can be emailed home if you missed this important event. Additional "hard copies" are available in the office. Please email your child's advisor with questions or for specific level handouts. Some items are listed
here
.
Parents:
Please contact teachers directly by email if you have questions about accessing your student's homework assignments in Google Classroom.
Parents:
Join us for the presentation: "Checking in - How is it going after the first few weeks of Middle School?" Join Joan Doble, Assistant Head of Middle School, Thursday, September 19, 8:30 am, Freedom Hall Library. All BA parent presentations are listed
here
.
Level 8 parents and students
:
Final Four is Wednesday, October 16! Join us for this informative first look at life in the Upper School. Learn about academics, athletics, clubs, and activities, as well as student life. Students will go to Patriots Hall at 2 pm for a tour, mini-classes, and dinner – then to a dance. Parents come at 5 pm for an appetizer supper with administrators, teachers, and coaches The student and parent events conclude at 7:15 pm. Sibling care is available. This is a NO HOMEWORK evening for Level 8. Please
RSVP here
.
Scholarship Testing
is offered for students entering Levels 9-12 for the 2020-21 school year on Saturday, November 2, 9 am. Save the date! This test is offered only one time per year. Students interested in participating for these competitive scholarships may
register here or please
contact
Admissions
for more information.
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Library Volunteer Coffees:
Primary School Library Volunteer Coffee, Wednesday, September 11, 8:30 am, Constitution Hall Library; Lower School Library Volunteer Coffee, Friday, September 20, 8:30 am, Liberty Hall Library.
BA Cub Scout Pack 183
:
Mad Science Program and All-Scout Sign-up Night is open to Levels 1-5, Friday, September 13, 6:30 pm, Freedom Hall lunchroom. Bring the family and fill out an application!
Parents: Constitution Day Assembly
, Tuesday, September 17, 8:15 am, Founders Hall flagpole. Join us for recitations and songs as we commemorate the signing of our precious United States Constitution in 1787.
Level A Parents:
Your scholars present their first poem,
Ten Red Apples
, Friday, September 27, at assembly.
Level A Parent Program: "
Level A: Month One is Done" presentation and breakfast, Friday, September
27, following assembly, Constitution Hall, All Purpose Room. Please
RSVP to
Briana Spaeth
.
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ADVANCEMENT & VOLUNTEER NEWS
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Founders Fest, Friday, September 20, 4–7 pm, Fields of Freedom
All BA families are invited to celebrate the school year at
4 pm
at the 14th annual Founders Fest during Homecoming. Enjoy the $5 tailgate dinner, rides, and games. Don’t forget about the fireworks, another exciting Founders Fest tradition that will be displayed at halftime of the Homecoming Varsity Football game. Look for more information coming home with your students, as well as by email. We hope to see you there!
Calling All Volunteers! We Need You!
Thank you to all who have signed up to volunteer at our upcoming events. Our volunteer chair and co-chairs really appreciate all the help. BA is looking for more volunteers for the Homecoming Tailgate, Five Star Run, and Grandparents Day. Please sign up at
Volunteer Hub
. Questions? C
ontact
Lori Kaari
in the Advancement Office.
Homecoming Week: September 16-21
Whether you have a child participating in athletics or you simply want to show your school spirit, all parents are encouraged to volunteer during Homecoming! Concessions and tailgate shifts are listed online at
Volunteer Hub
.
More volunteers are needed for the Homecoming Tailgate with grilling, set up/food prep, decorations, and clean up.
Questions? Contact Upper School and Middle School Co-Chairs,
Stephanie Rushing
or
Erika Zaiser
.
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39th Annual Five Star Run
is Saturday, September 21, 12 noon, Fields of Freedom. Join us for a 5K run or 1-mile fun run/walk followed by a cookout lunch and awards presentation.
Register
online
o
r pick up a registration form from your division Administrative Assistant.
Volunteers are needed for course guides and food servers. Questions? Contact
Peter Grossman
or call 262-783-3200, ext. 186.
Grandparents Day, Friday, October 4
Hundreds of Grandparents will visit BA on the morning of Friday, October 4. Many volunteers are needed to ensure all Grandparents have an enjoyable visit with their BA scholars. Gym set-up will take place on Thursday, October 3,
11:30 am-2 pm. On the day of the event
greeters, shuttle assistants, breakfast servers, traffic patrollers, and golf cart drivers are just a few of the roles where more help is needed.
Please sign up to volunteer at
Volunteer Hub
. Questions? Please contact event chair,
Angela Wheeler
or
Lori Kaari
in the Advancement Office.
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