2019-20 School Theme:
Open a Book
–
Begin a Journey
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If you were in a book, what character would you be, and where would you take a journey?
I would be a traveler and explore and solve mysteries around the world.
I would also see different monuments and architecture everywhere.
~Monroe, Level 3
If I were in a book, I would be an artist named Rosey. My journey would be to go to the farm.
I would look at stuff to draw on my canvas.
~Zoha, Level 3
If I was in a book, I would be a dragon, and my name would be Johnson.
I would take a journey to a cave to find yummy food.
~Adnan, Level 3
If I was in a book, I would be a horse.
I would go to Germany and go to the seaside.
~Sophia, Level 3
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WEDNESDAY
December 11
Senior Parent Coffee & Discussion
8:30 am
Patriots Hall College Room
Mock Trial Parents Night
6 pm
Patriots Hall
(Rooms 210, 211, 215)
FRIDAY
December 13
Middle School and Upper School Winter Concert
7 pm
Freedom Hall
BA Cub Scout Pack 183
Christmas Crafts & Cookies
6:30 pm
Constitution Hall
MONDAY
December 16
Upper School Exams
12 noon dismissal
(Upper School only)
TUESDAY
December 17
Middle School and Upper School Exams
12 noon dismissal
(Upper School and Middle School only)
WEDNESDAY
December 18
Middle School Exams
12 noon dismissal
(Middle School only)
Upper School
Reading Day
THURSDAY
December 19
Middle School and Upper School Exams
12 noon dismissal
(All-School)
Primary School and Lower School Christmas Program
6 pm
Patriots Hall
FRIDAY
December 20
Primary School and Lower School
No School
Upper School and Middle School
12 noon dismissal
WINTER BREAK December 21-January 5
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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. We will have room for all currently enrolled students.
Enrollment deposits are due in February (more info to come in January).
C
ontact
Mary Ricci
with questions.
Level A Screening:
Did you miss our November screening date for Level A? Join us on Friday, January 10, 2020, 9-9:45 am in Constitution Hall. Contact
Mary Ricci
for more information.
Summer Days 2019 New Class Contest Winners!
Congratulations to Primary School students: Samay Ginde, Grace Gorniak, Myla Gunter, Decker Priebe, Benjamin Sampang, Nidal Sana, Nitya Singh, Drew VanCronkhite, Jacob Wheeler, and Zoe Yanke; and Lower School Students: Caroline Gale, Adnan Hashem, Charlize Hughes, Ryker Koch, Grace Mila, Zoha Sana, Claire Spaeth, Roxie Welden, and Rachel York. Their ideas inspired new Summer Days classes and have earned them the class at no charge. Awards will be presented to Primary School winners, Thursday, December 12, Constitution Hall Assembly, and to Lower School winners, Friday, December 13, Liberty Hall Assembly. Look for these students' names in the catalog (available in February) to see what great ideas they had!
Summer Days 2020 Applications Due Soon!
Are you interested in an assistant or volunteer position next summer? Download and fill out an
Assistant
or
Volunteer
form. All applications are due December 20, no exceptions. Q
uestions? Please contact
Julie D'Arruda
.
December Exam Bus Schedule:
Parents, please read the special December bus schedule available
here
and in MyBA Portal.
The Middle School/Upper School Winter Concert
"Sparklejollytwinklejingley!"
is Friday, December 13, 7 pm, Freedom Hall.
Come and share some holiday cheer with us!
The Primary School/Lower School Christmas Program
is Thursday, December 19,
6 pm, Patriots Hall. Parents and families welcome!
Christmas Break Begins:
Last day for Primary School and Lower School is Thursday, December 19; Last day for Middle School and Upper School is Friday, December 20. Classes resume on Monday, January 6.
Student Directory Update:
Dr. Paritosh and Mrs. Deepali Dhawale (Tara - 8) Address update: 3655 Richland Pkwy, Brookfield, WI 53045.
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Senior Parent Coffee:
Please join the College Office for a coffee to discuss "What Now?' with your senior's college applications, Wednesday, December 11, 8:30 am, Patriots Hall College Room. Ask questions about the decisions colleges make, next steps, and any other topics you are curious about. No need to RSVP. See you there!
Mock Trial Parents Night
is Wednesday, December 11, 6 pm, Patriots Hall, Rooms 210, 211, and 215. Questions? Please contact
Dr. Manjula Guru
.
The Middle School/Upper School Winter Concert
"Sparklejollytwinklejingley!" is Friday, December 13, 7 pm, Freedom Hall. Come and share some holiday cheer with us!
Upper School Exams,
Monday, December 16-Friday, December 20 (12 noon dismissal).
Junior Parents:
The junior class trip is Thursday, February 6, 2020, and will include cultural food tours around Milwaukee. Permission slips will be handed out before Christmas Break. Please sign and return the permission slip to a junior level teacher by Wednesday, January 15.
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The Middle School/Upper School Winter Concert
"Sparklejollytwinklejingley!" is Friday, December 13, 7 pm, Freedom Hall. Come and share some holiday cheer with us!
Middle School Review days,
Friday, December 13, and Monday, December 16.
Middle School Exams:
Tuesday, December 17-Friday, December 20 (12 noon dismissal). The exam schedule was emailed last week, and a copy is available
here
and in the MyBA Portal.
MAP is available until 6 pm every day during exams.
Any early exams need to be coordinated by parents through the student's advisor or Mrs. Doble.
Please see your
Parent/Student Handbook
for early exam procedures and fees.
Paper copies of Middle School first semester report cards
with 1st mark period and exam and semester grades will be mailed after Christmas Break.
Report cards wil
l be posted online through the NetClassroom sometime during Christmas Break. Please contact
Jim Vaughn
if you need NetClassroom login and passwords.
BAME 2020 Market Days~Save the dates:
January 9, 8:20 am (Level 8 Parents); January 23, 2:35 pm (Level 7 Parents); February 13, 2:35 pm (Level 5 Parents); and February 27, 2:35 pm (Level 6 Parents).
Level 8 Parents:
After your BAME Market Day, Thursday, January 9, please join Dr. Davis for an Informational Coffee, 9:15 am, in the Patriots Hall College Room. Dr. Davis will host current Level 12 students who will share their experiences concerning Upper School life and academics.
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Parent reminder:
Primary School and Lower School will be dismissed at 12 noon on Thursday, December 19.
Narnia closes at 4:00 pm
. Students attending Narnia on Thursday, December 19, need to fill out the special registration form sent home on Wednesday, December 4. Forms are also available in the office.
Please return these forms by December 9
.
BA Cub Scout Pack 183 Event
:
Christmas Crafts and Cookies, Friday, December 13, 6:30-8 pm, Constitution Hall, All Purpose Room. Bring the family and join in the fun - new members welcome!
The Primary School/Lower School Christmas Program
is Thursday, December 19, 6 pm, Patriots Hall. Parents and families welcome!
Parent Reminder:
There w
ill be No
School on Friday, December 20, for Little Knights through Level 5. School resumes on Monday, January 6.
Level 5 Parents:
Moving UP to the Middle
student and parent breakfast is
Friday, January 17, 2020,
7:30-9:30 am. Enjoy a continental breakfast buffet, attend a Middle School assembly for a Level 5 recitation, and visit classrooms to learn everything you need to know about the Middle School! Before-school care will be available/complimentary for younger siblings.
RSVP here
or contact
Jennifer Wareham
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ADVANCEMENT & VOLUNTEER NEWS
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2019-20 Annual Fund
Congratulations to Heather and Jason Smith, winners of the Online Giving Day raffle! Thank you again to all who have generously contributed to this year’s Annual Fund. The Annual Fund never closes. There is always time to make a meaningful gift;
donate online
anytime! Don’t forget to ask your employer about matching gifts. Many employers will match your donation to BA. It’s a great way to double your donation. Contact your employer or the
Advancement Office
for more details.
Upcoming Spirit Store Sales Events
Tent Sale at the MS/US Winter Concert
Friday, December 13, 6 pm, Freedom Hall Gym
(We will be open before the 7 pm concert and during the reception following the concert).
Tent Sale at the PS/LS Christmas Program
Thursday, December 19, Patriots Hall, following the Christmas Program.
BA Alumni Christmas Party
Brookfield Academy will be hosting its annual Alumni Christmas Party on Thursday, December 26, 6-10 pm. Get your BA classmates to join you at Red, White, and Blue in downtown Milwaukee, owned by Alum Jacob Dehne ’95.
Volunteer Appreciation Luncheon
Thursday, January 9, 2020, 11:30 am
Patriots Hall Gym
All Brookfield Academy volunteers are invited to a special luncheon honoring their precious time and work, as well as celebrating the AMAZING coordination and planning of the chairs and co-chairs of our 2019 events. Thank you for all you do! BA couldn’t carry on its Mission without you. Please
register
online
by Friday, December 20, if you will be attending. This will help the Advancement Office plan the event. Questions? Contact
Lori Kaari
, Director of Volunteers & Events.
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Alumni Night ~
Varsity Boys Basketball vs. Messmer
Calling all Alumni! A fun evening of recognition is planned for BA Alumni on Friday, January 17, 2020, 7:15 pm, in the Patriots Hall Gym. This is a special night to gather and enjoy BA's varsity boys basketball vs. Messmer.
Save-the-Date!
Patriots Heritage Wine & Beer Tasting Event
Saturday, January 18, 2020, 7-10 pm.
Parents of alumni from the Classes of 2010-2019 and soon-to-be parents of Alumni from the Classes of 2020 and 2021: Join us for this annual reunion event! This is an evening of fun designed in the spirit of keeping Upper School parents connected to each other and the BA community, even after their students have graduated. Invitations will be mailed soon with the registration link! Questions? Contact
Lori Kaari
in the Advancement Office.
Mark Your Calendars!
Book Fair for Primary, Lower, and
Middle Schools
Find some of your favorite classics at BA’s
NEW
Follett Book Fair, January 20-24, 2020, in the Constitution Hall Library and the Liberty Hall Library. Visit the Book Fair to find hundreds of titles for all ages. This is a great way to contribute to your child’s classroom library; lists will be available during the Fair. Please volunteer to assist with the setup, sales, and cleanup of the Book Fair. All volunteer dates, times, and duties may be found on
Volunteer Hub
. Sign up
online
today or contact event chair,
Andrea Emling
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