2020-21 School Theme: Embrace Challenge
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Spring Break will be here in only a few days. We hope it brings everyone sunshine, restful days, and time to have fun together. You have done so much to help us keep our students in school. These next two weeks are a well-deserved break from all the work of making it happen. Thank you!
We are hopeful that during our final months of this school year, COVID-19 will continue to wind down, and we will be able to see the light at the end of this pandemic. With that in mind, we plan to hold most of our year-end events. Of course, some of them will be a bit changed from our usual traditions. A tentative
list of dates and events can be found below.
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As we approach each event, you will receive more specific details from each of the Division Heads.
I wish you all a very special Spring Break!
~ Sharon Koenings, Head of School
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COVID-19 UPDATES
Travel Plans: If you plan to travel to a destination listed as a "hot-spot" on the CDC map or if you are traveling by plane and experience a chaotic situation, such as a major delay in airports, please email Elizabeth Andersen with this information. Continuing to be cautious will help us finish out the year strong!
COVID-19 Dashboard
Our BA dashboard is updated each Wednesday for you to follow our weekly case numbers. The BA Dashboard can be viewed in the MyBA Portal under the COVID-19 Updates Resource page.
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REMINDERS:
Spring Break:
March 15-26
Easter Break
April 2-5
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WEDNESDAY
March 10
Upper School and Middle School Winter Sports Virtual Celebrations
FRIDAY
March 12
Middle School Pi Day
Upper School
Awards Essay Deadline
MONDAY
March 15
Spring Break Begins
FRIDAY
March 19
Levels 5-8 Spring Sports Registration Deadline
MONDAY
March 29
School Resumes
FRIDAY
April 2
Easter Break Begins
TUESDAY
April 6
School Resumes
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Fitness Center Activities:
Students began using the space in our new fitness center last week. Fitness equipment is coming soon!
Parents: If you, a friend, or family member has a student (not currently enrolled at BA) who plans to attend next year, please fill out an application. Classes fill up quickly. Questions to Mary Ricci or call 262-783-3200, ext. 141.
Half-Day Shadow Visits – Tell a friend about our half-day shadow visits for students entering grade 3 and above. More information here.
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Congratulations! Upper School Math Club students competed in the American Mathematics Contest earning top awards! Daniel Perelman, Ronit Gupta, and Daniel Li scored first, second, and third respectively in the AMC12. David Roessler, Krish Sharma, and Sanjay Dagam (Level 6) scored first, second, and third respectively in the AMC10. Middle School students Ashna Dagam, Rohan Gandhi, and Andrey Semin also participated in the AMC 10, scoring in the top 25% of all participants. This national contest contains 25 challenging problems with no calculators allowed.
Congratulations! Middle School Math Club students Ashna Dagam, Sanjay Dagam, and Rohan Gandhi advanced to the State round of MathCOUNTS.
Congratulations! BA's Middle School and Upper School Certamen teams recently competed in the Princeton Invitational Certamen via Zoom against 138 teams from 47 of the best schools across the country. Brookfield Academy was one of only two schools with teams from all three levels (novice, intermediate, advanced) to make the semifinals! The intermediate team of Ayushi Chandel, Anvesha Guru, and Krish Sharma took 3rd in the final round. BA's other teams finished in the top 10 of the semifinals including Novice A team - Shilpa Kumar, Sanjit Madireddi, Rohan Singh, and Alexis Wilson; Novice B team - Rohith Kumar, Yuki Mitchell, Anika Taneja, and Raghav Vijayapal; and Advanced team - Alexander Li, Riya Singh, and Ali Warraich.
Classical Heritage Series presentation: Brookfield Academy's Judeo-Christian Tradition: What Does It Mean For You?, presented by Linda Pryor, Executive Director of Mission & Academics, will be held on Tuesday, April 13, 8:30 am, via Zoom. For more information, visit us online or RSVP to Linda Pryor.
Summer Days 2021- Register Now: Summer Days will run from June 1 - July 30 (closed July 5-9). Check out our 2021 catalog of classes here. NEW THIS YEAR: Do you know a non-BA student looking for an academic boost this summer to bridge the gap from remote learning? Special academic classes are being offered in a variety of subjects. Questions? Contact Julie D'Arruda.
Girl Scout Cookie Drive-through at BA: Who wants Girl Scout Cookies? Support Brookfield Academy Brownie Troop 11216 at their drive-through cookie booth in the Liberty Hall parking lot on Saturday, March 13, 12 noon-3 pm. Cookies are $5 per box and available for cash purchase or donation.
Spring Break is Monday, March 15-Friday, March 26. Classes resume on Monday, March 29!
Student Directory Updates: Dr. Corey and Mrs. Katey Van Westen (Sophia-2) email update: ophcc1@gmail.com; Mr. Keith Luttkus and Mrs. Tracy Straub Luttkus (Langston-2, Pfeifer-3) email update: kluttkus@cbs58.com. For the most up-to-date information, please use our online directory in the MyBA Portal.
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Upper School Winter Sports Assembly is being celebrated virtually. View the video by selecting the image.
Scholarships and Awards: Based on available funding and results from the scholarship test, the Scholarship Committee will be making a second round of awards. Additionally, specific departments are selecting recipients for their awards, and winners will be notified prior to Spring Break.
Essay Competition: Upper School students were also notified earlier this week about awards requiring essays and essay submission guidelines. Students are encouraged to write for multiple awards. The deadline for essay submissions is Friday, March 12, 5 pm. Winners will be notified by Friday, April 16. If you have questions, please contact Dr. Mark Bullio or Dr. Larry Pesch.
Spring Sports Registration: Upper School spring athletic registration is now open. Students may register here.
Spring College Visits: Representatives from national and international colleges will have virtual visits throughout the spring. The BA College Visit schedule is listed here.
Sophomore College Class Presentation: The College Search ~ SAVE THE DATE: Brookfield Academy welcomes Jim Nondorf, Dean of College Admissions and Financial Aid at the University of Chicago, on Monday, April 19. Dean Nondorf will provide insights and guidance to our sophomore class about how to best approach the college search. This annual tradition of the College Office brings a leading figure in college and university admissions to campus to help prepare the sophomore class for their upcoming work in the College Placement program.
Credit classes for Summer Days 2021: Credit classes are available for all 2021-22 Upper School students. Advanced Graphic Design, Graphic Design, and Geometry will be offered in June and/or July. Please contact Julie D'Arruda with questions.
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Winter Sports Assembly for Levels 5-8 is being celebrated virtually. View the video by selecting the image.
Spring Sports Registration: Lower School/Middle School (Levels 5-8) spring athletic registration is now open. More information and registration can be found here. Registration for spring athletics will close on Friday, March 19. An athletic spirit wear order is available for families in this order form. The deadline to order clothing is Friday, March 19. Clothing will be shipped to BA with an estimated arrival time to be mid-April.
Celebrating Pi ~ Pi Day, (officially March 14), will be celebrated by our Middle School students on Friday, March 12. Students will honor Pi, the famous number that makes the world go "round," by eating pie and enjoying a variety of Pi-related activities. This year's Pi Day t-shirt was designed by Level 8 student Salik Ahmed.
Second mark period for Middle School will close this week. Report cards will be mailed over Spring Break.
Middle School Honor Roll announcements will be virtual. Parents and students will be sent a video email on Friday, April 9.
Level 8 students will be receiving Upper School Course Request forms for the 2021-22 school year during Spring Break. A Zoom meeting for Incoming Level 9 parents will be held on Wednesday, April 7, 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 Mrs. Doble on Wednesday, April 14, 3:15-4 pm, to meet with their new Upper School advisors and make initial course selections. Course selection forms can also be returned directly to the Middle School or Upper School offices. Parents will receive course recommendations in early April 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 2021-22 school year by Monday, April 26, 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.
Middle School Level Transitions: The following Zoom Sessions will be offered for parents as students prepare to move to their next Levels:
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Level 7 Parents: "Transitioning to Middle School: What to Expect in Level 8," on Tuesday, April 13, 9 am;
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Level 6 Parents: "Transitioning to Middle School: What to Expect in Level 7," on Thursday, April 15, 9 am;
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Level 5 Parents: "Transitioning to Middle School: What to Expect in Level 6," on Tuesday, April 20, 9 am.
An email will be sent after Spring Break with RSVP details. Parents with questions please contact Mrs. Doble.
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Our Flag: Level A scholars share their most recent recitation. Select the photo to view.
Winter Sports Assembly for Levels 5-8 is being celebrated virtually. (View the video in Middle School section above)
Spring Sports Registration: Lower School/Middle School (Levels 5-8) spring athletic registration is now open. More information and registration can be found here. Registration for spring athletics will close on Friday, March 19. An athletic spirit wear order is available for families in this order form. The deadline to order clothing is Friday, March 19. Clothing will be shipped to BA with an estimated arrival time to be mid-April.
Level 5 Parents: The following Zoom Session will be offered for Level 5 parents as students prepare to move to Middle School: "Transitioning to Middle School: What to Expect in Level 6," Tuesday, April 20, 9 am. An email will be sent after Spring Break with RSVP details. Parents with questions please contact Mrs. Doble.
End of the Year Half-Days Update: Students in Primary School and Lower School will have half-days during Term 3 exams on the following dates: May 24, May 25, and May 26. (Not previously noted on the printed calendar.)
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ADVANCEMENT & VOLUNTEER NEWS |
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Dinner Auction: Let's Get BAck to our Future...80's Night
Saturday, April 24
Brookfield Academy or Virtual@Home
In a very retro 80s move, the invitations are being mailed, and you will see them in your mailboxes any day. In-person seating is very limited, so RSVP ASAP to secure your spot! Want to guarantee your spot? Call the Advancement Office to underwrite a portion of the event. Online registrations will be your fastest way to sign up. Read on for the latest updates:
Help Sponsor the Auction!
We need your help! One of the ways the Dinner Auction raises money is through sponsorships and advertising. All proceeds raised from the Auction will go toward the Economics and Fitness Center projects, as well as defraying the costs associated with COVID-19. Please consider a sponsorship - we are looking for Back-of-the-Paddle Sponsors, Take-Home-Dinner Sponsors, Decoration Sponsors, and much more! In addition, you or your company can purchase an ad that will appear in the program book. Each week, we will highlight some of our current sponsors. Please join them in supporting the Dinner Auction!
- Midwest Orthopedic Specialty Hospital
- Orthopedic Institute of Wisconsin
- Treiber & Straub Jewelers
- Becky Grossman, RE/MAX Realty 100
- Krissy Kappl
- William and Sarah Slaughter
- Jim and Andrea Emling
- BMO Harris Bank
LEVEL BASKETS!
THANK YOU participants in the Level Basket Competition. The senior class is in the lead at $735, followed by Little Knights and Level A at $283. We are still filling the baskets and would like to see a little more action from all levels. Make a cash donation of any amount to your child's grade level online HERE, or by sending a check payable to Brookfield Academy, and returning it to the Advancement Office. Contribute to your child’s level by purchasing a gift-in-kind item from the BA Amazon Registry. The value counts like cash for the competition, and the level with the most dollars raised wins a dress-down day! The competition ends on Friday, April 9. And don't forget -- if you order an in-kind item to fill the basket, be sure to select shipping to BA to save yourself the trip. Participate HERE!
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GNARLY NOTES!
Missed the first two notes? Is your student wondering why they haven't received one yet? It's not too late. Order here for delivery on Friday, April 9. Your support has helped us raise $2,250, and we are getting closer to our goal of $5,000. April’s note includes a 1980s favor to help us have a little fun.
RAFFLE TICKETS!
Order yours today and help us reach our $20,000 goal in ticket sales! That's 200 six-packs of tickets we would like to sell between now and the Dinner Auction. We can do it! Ask your friends, your extended families, and your co-workers. Prizes include a $5,000 grand prize, a $1,500 2nd prize, and a $500 3rd prize. Forms are online. Keep your eyes open at home for an order form, as well as a six-pack of tickets, which are coming home with your youngest student. BA will gladly accept credit cards and checks payable to Brookfield Academy. The drawing is on Saturday, April 24, at Brookfield Academy’s Patriots Hall, 8 pm. You do not need to be present to win. Purchase a single ticket for $20 or a pack of six for $100.Thank you to our sponsor, Finding Hemingway, by Ken Dortzbach.
Looking for MORE ways
to support the 2021 Dinner Auction?
Be sure to check out the BA Dinner Auction website, but if you have more questions, please send them to Sarah Slaughter or Lori Kaari in the Advancement Office.
Event Updates
April 14: Teacher Appreciation Day
April 24: Dinner Auction
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Thank you so much for supporting Brookfield Academy and our Mission! Volunteers like you genuinely change the world, and we are forever grateful.
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