2020-21 School Theme: Embrace Challenge
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As I have seen others struggle to confidently approach various challenges, I recognize more and more how a Brookfield Academy education has effectively given all of us a toolkit to help navigate any situation...This year certainly qualifies as a challenge for all of us...Instead of simply wishing this year would end, let’s instead believe we have been presented with opportunity...I challenge each of you to take a risk this school year. Try a new sport, join a new club, play a new instrument, learn a new language...Remember if a goal or a decision makes you uncomfortable, you should try it! Discomfort equals opportunity...Change is hard, but you are all extremely fortunate to be in a safe, positive space here at Brookfield Academy.
Remember your BA education has already provided you with the tools to be successful. With a little analysis and preparation, you can achieve what you set your mind to... I sincerely hope each of you enjoy your time as much as I did, and never cease being excited to learn.
~Founders Day Guest Speaker Lynn Pearson ('99)
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COVID-19 UPDATES
- Everyone, especially our students, is doing an excellent job of wearing masks. Because current research tells us masks are making a difference in the spread of the pandemic, we will continue our current mask requirement until we feel it is safe to relax it.
- A special appreciation to all our families for being diligent in following all our COVID-19 protocols; it is especially important to keep all ill children at home. Rest assured, any student who must stay at home for 1-3 days will receive assignments and help from their teachers. Should any student need to be out of school for more than 3 days, please register them in BA@HOME.
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Rehearsals are underway for our fall theatre season. Please review our theatre protocols to keep our students safe.
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WEDNESDAY,
September 16
College Night for
Parents of Seniors
6:30 pm
Patriots Hall
Five Star
Virtual Run Challenge Begins
THURSDAY,
September 17
Constitution Day
American Character Educational Series:
The US Constitution
8:30 am
via Zoom
SUNDAY,
September 20
Five Star
Virtual Run Challenge Ends
THURSDAY,
September 24
All-School Picture Day
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Special Thanks to alumna Lynn Pearson '99, guest speaker at Founders Day Assembly, for sharing her experiences and words of wisdom with us! View the Founders Day Assembly here.
American Character Educational Series: Jonathan H. Koenig, Appellate Division Chief, US Attorney's Office, presents the topic "The U.S. Constitution: A Look Back and a Look Ahead on the Document's 233rd Birthday," on Thursday, September 17, via Zoom. More information here.
The Brookfield Academy VIRTUAL Five Star Run begins today! Register, run, and submit your photos. See Advancement Column for more information.
All School Picture Day-New Information! Picture day is Thursday, September 24. A change in provider to JostensPix comes with a few changes for Picture Day to note. Please -- no green clothing for students' outfits. All orders must be placed online, instructions can be found here. Composite class pictures are available for purchase, except for Upper School classes due to class size.
The Shows Must Go On! Join us for livestream performances of BA's upcoming theatre shows. Limited in-person seating is only available for crew/performer family members and students. The Upper School Fall Play Macbeth will have livestream performances on the following dates: Friday, October 2, 7 pm; Saturday, October 3, 7 pm; and Sunday, October 4, 7 pm. The Middle School Fall Play You're a Good Man, Charlie Brown will have livestream performances on the following dates: Friday, October 9, 7 pm; Saturday, October 10, 7 pm; and Sunday, October 11, 7 pm. Purchase your virtual tickets here!
BA's Open House with both virtual and in-person options will be held Sunday, October 11, 11:30 am-1:30 pm. Save the date and help spread the word to family, friends, and neighbors who might like to come and learn about BA. More information on our website.
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 in Admissions.
Parents: Host Families are Needed – for international students for 2020-21. A stipend is given to all international host families. Contact Sharon Koenings.
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Early Bird Yearbook Price ($65) expires October 1! Order online at www.jostens.com for the 2021 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 Mason.
CODA: New CODA teachers have joined Brookfield Academy's private music lesson program! Details available online or contact Julie D'Arruda.
Paid Narnia Positions Available! Students in Levels 9 and up may apply for paid Narnia positions now. Priority given to early applications. For more information, please contact Julie D'Arruda.
Share student news away from BA! Has your Brookfield Academy student been busy achieving and serving beyond BA's campus? If you would like to share an outside accomplishment of your current BA student, please fill out our form.
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College Night for Parents of Seniors:
Wednesday, September 16, 6:30-7:30 pm, Patriots Hall.
College Visits:
Representatives from national and international colleges will be available virtually for our students. The BA College Visit schedule is listed here.
Upper School Parent Conferences: Time to schedule conferences: Wednesday, September 30, 3:40-8 pm; Thursday, October 8, 3:40-8 pm; and Thursday, October 22, 3:40-8 pm. Please email Mary Fenelon with your preferred date, time, and the teachers with whom you'd like to meet; your schedule is returned via email.
October Testing Dates: Seniors will take the ACT exam on Tuesday, October 6, in Freedom Hall. Juniors will complete virtual PSAT Prep from home on Monday, October 12, and PSAT Testing for Levels 9-11 will be held on Wednesday, October 14.
Paid Narnia Positions Available! Students in Levels 9 and up may apply for paid Narnia positions now. Priority given to early applications. For more information, please contact Julie D'Arruda.
Scholarship Testing will be offered for students entering Levels 9-12 for the 2021-22 school year, This test is offered only one time per year. Students interested in participating for these competitive scholarships should contact Admissions by November 4 for more information.
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Time to Schedule Conferences:
Thursday, October 8, 3:40-8 pm; Tuesday, October 13, 3:40-8 pm; and Thursday, October 22, 3:40-8 pm. Please email Mary Beth Homan with your preferred date, time, and the teachers with whom you'd like to meet; your schedule
is returned via email.
Parents: If you missed Middle School Parents Night, please visit the MyBA Portal to access the information that was shared at this important event. Please email your child's advisor with questions.
Festival Strings is an after-school string orchestra program for BA Middle School students who currently play violin, viola, cello, or bass. We will prepare fun concert material for various performances throughout the year. If your student has been taking lessons or studying a stringed instrument, this would be a wonderful opportunity to play with classmates and share talents. This ensemble will also serve as the performance requirement and ensure eligibility for WSMA and MYSO. We will meet Mondays from 3:45-4:45 pm starting Monday, September 21. Please email Mr. Day if you are interested in this opportunity.
Scholarship Testing will be offered for students entering Levels 9-12 for the 2021-22 school year, This test is offered only one time per year. Students interested in participating for these competitive scholarships should contact Admissions by November 4 for more information.
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Constitution Day is Thursday, September 17, a day filled with activities to commemorate the signing of our precious United States Constitution in 1787. A video of student recitations will be shared with parents.
Level A Recitations are an annual tradition at BA. This year, our young scholars' recitations will be recorded and shared with parents digitally. The first recitation of the year, "Ten Red Apples," will be shared soon!
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ADVANCEMENT & VOLUNTEER NEWS |
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40th Anniversary Five Star Virtual Run is Wednesday, September 16 - Sunday, September 20! Did you know that the Five Star Run was actually inspired by the leadership of Brookfield Academy’s alumnus and teacher, Mr. Jim Homan ‘74? Mr. Homan joined with former Academy teachers Mr. Bob Bair (pictured below) and Mrs. Cindy Reiske to organize this Academy tradition. The first run was 39 years ago, and we are not going to let COVID stop us from holding the 40th Annual Five Star Run!
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In order to maintain BA's wellness protocols, the run will take place as a virtual event. Here's how it works:
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Register through Sunday, September 20, to run/walk in our Five Star Virtual Run. If you previously registered, you are all set!
- Run/walk the distance on your own, with your dog, or whomever you choose, in any location or on a treadmill. (Our far away BA friends and families can join in too!)
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After completing your run, submit your distance (5k or one-mile), your time, and your photo wearing BA gear* HERE by September 20. (*BA will provide a previous Five Star Run shirt if you need spirit wear for your finisher photo.)
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Finisher pics will appear HERE after September 18.
- Participants will receive a commemorative t-shirt and water bottle. (Items will be sent home with your oldest student or mailed) a few weeks after the run.
Do you accept the challenge? Let's join together as a BA family and run/walk to honor Mr. Homan, Mr. Bair, and Mrs. Reiske this year. We can make this the biggest year ever!
Special thanks to our Five Star Run volunteer co-chairs, Deena Doherty and Anabelle Fritz. They have done a great job responding with a cheerful heart to the changes being made to this year’s run.
If you have any questions, contact Peter Grossman at 262-783-3200, ext. 110.
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College Care Packages
If you are a parent of BA’s recent graduating Class of 2020, now is the time to send the Advancement Office his/her college address or home address! Also, don’t forget to drop off items to include in their special package (donated treats or toiletries are shared equally among the 75 alumni students) by Friday, September 18. An email was sent to the parents of the Class of 2020 with detailed instructions. Questions? Please contact Lori Kaari in the Advancement Office at 262-783-3200, ext. 102.
Grandparents Celebration
Brookfield Academy will be celebrating and honoring grandparents/special people in the lives of our scholars in October. If you are unsure if you submitted the form, please visit the MyBA Portal and select files and forms from the drop down menu under your name. Thank you to all the families who have signed up.
Although this will not be our traditional in-person event, BA has plans to share student and school projects as part of the celebration. Many volunteers are needed to assist in the mailing activities on October 8 and October 9, to connect and honor our grandparents. Please sign up to help on Volunteer Hub. A huge thank you to Ann Blanchard for helping to coordinate this special celebration. Questions? Please contact Lori Kaari in the Advancement Office at 262-783-3200, ext. 102.
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Donor Wall
Don’t miss out on the opportunity to purchase a special plaque for the Donor Wall inside of the new BA Fitness Center. Orders are ending soon. These engraved plaques are a great way to honor a coach, a teacher, or recognize your family or a special person. Order your plaque today!
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