2020-21 School Theme: Embrace Challenge
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COVID-19 UPDATES
Updated Information
Please watch your email this week for updates to our "Blue" Print, BA@HOME, and Safe Start Steps. You will also receive hard copies of this same information before school resumes on Monday, January 4, 2021.
COVID-19 Dashboard
Our BA dashboard summary is available to view each Wednesday for you to follow our weekly case numbers. Updates can be viewed in the MyBA Portal under the COVID-19 Updates Resource board.
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NO SCHOOL
REMINDERS:
Christmas Break:
December 14-January 3
Winter Break:
February 5-February 8
No School:
January 22 & February 26
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WEDNESDAY
December 9
Upper School
Review Day
Middle School Exams
THURSDAY
December 10
Upper School and
Middle School Exams
FRIDAY
December 11
Upper School and
Middle School Exams
CHRISTMAS BREAK
MONDAY,
December 14 through
SUNDAY, January 3
MONDAY
January 4
School Resumes
MONDAY
January 11
Parent Sessions
for Level 3 transition to Level 4 and Level 4 transition to Level 5
(Times TBD)
WEDNESDAY
January 13
College Night
for Parents of Juniors
7 pm
FRIDAY
January 15
Livestream Spelling Bee
Levels 4-8
2:15 pm
The next weekly newsletter will be published on January 6.
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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. Contact Mary Ricci with questions.
Congratulations! Brookfield Academy Upper School and Middle School students earned top honors in the local Patriots Pen and Voice of Democracy essay contests. This year's winners are: junior students Katya Shalyaev (1st Place); Emma Canga (3rd Place); and Jacqueline Dieck (4th Place); and Level 8 students Annabelle Leh (1st Place); and Connor Nicholson (2nd Place). Both Katya and Annabelle advance to the District level competition.
See our Athletes in Action! With limited attendance due to wellness protocols, watch for our livestream links to upcoming sporting events. Links are available here and in the MyBA Portal.
Summer Days 2021 Applications Being Accepted! 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 18, 2020, no exceptions. Questions? Contact Julie D'Arruda.
Today is the Last Day for Boy Scout Troop 183 Food Donations: Boy Scout Troop 183 will be accepting non-perishable food donations in the Upper School until today, Wednesday, December 9. Please place items in the barrels outside of Dr. Bullio's office in Patriots Hall.
Parent Informational Resources: Did you know the MyBA Portal gives you access to outside educational resources and links? These resources were recently updated with new information and may provide helpful information on various parenting and mental health subjects (these resources are not meant to be considered part of the Brookfield Academy curriculum.) Log in to the MyBA Portal and select the Parent Resources page.
All-Parents ~ "How Tuition, Philanthropy, and Volunteers Contribute to Educational Excellence" is scheduled for Wednesday, January 20. More details to come in January.
Student Directory Updates: Drs. Pramit and Akashni Bhasin (Armaan-9, Garv-10) new address: 2635 Calla Lily Ln., Brookfield, 53005. For the most up-to-date information, please use our online directory in the MyBA Portal.
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Junior Parent College Night: Save the date for Wednesday, January 13, at 7 pm. More details to come in January.
Upper School exams continue Thursday, December 10, and Friday, December 11. (Review day is today, Wednesday, December 9.)
Upper School Sporting Events: Due to limited attendance protocols, some BA sporting events will be accessible to view through livestream links. When links are available, they can be accessed here and in the MyBA Portal.
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Middle School Exams are Wednesday, December 9, Thursday, December 10, and Friday, December 11.
Spelling Bee: Students in Levels 4-8 will compete in the BA Spelling Bee on Friday, January 15, at 2:15 pm. Parents may view the event via livestream. Details will be provided in January.
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Level 4 Greek Fest: Level 4 students recited Pericles' Speech and dressed in character for their annual Greek fest celebration. View their skits on the MyBA Portal on the Lower School resource page.
Spelling Bee: Students in Levels 4-8 will compete in the BA Spelling Bee on Friday, January 15, at 2:15 pm. Parents may view the event via livestream. Details will be provided in January.
Save the Dates! Primary School/Lower School Parent Sessions 2021~ Find out what is happening in your child's next level! Join us for Zoom sessions:
- January 11: Level 3 to Level 4
- January 11: Level 4 to Level 5
- January 21: Level 2 to Level 3
- January 26: Little Knights to Level A & Level A to Level B
- January 28: Level B to Level 1 & Level 1 to Level 2
Watch for more information in January.
Level 5 Parents: Moving UP to the Middle student and parent events are scheduled January 12-15. Student tours will be January 12-14, and a parent virtual event will be held on January 15. More details to come in the next newsletter! Questions, please contact Jennifer Wareham.
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ADVANCEMENT & VOLUNTEER NEWS |
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Annual Fund
Thank you to all who have given to the Annual Fund. Your participation in this year’s fund drive is truly appreciated. Even though Giving Day has now passed, there is still time to add BA to your Christmas list!
Here are some reasons to give that gift before December 31.
- There are still tax advantages when making a donation before December 31.
- Donating money increases people’s happiness more than spending it on themselves.
Don't forget to make your gift in honor of someone. Simply visit the BA website, mail your donation to us, or bring it to the Advancement office. Please contact Advancement with any questions.
Amazon Smile
When shopping during this holiday season, don’t forget to let BA tag along with you! Visit Amazon Smile and register today. Amazon Smile is exactly the same as your current Amazon account. For every purchase you make, 0.5% will be given back to Brookfield Academy. Contact the Advancement Office for more information (This is not intended to replace your Annual Fund donation; it is merely another available option that benefits our students.).
Increase the Impact of your Donation
Ask your employer about matching your donation to Brookfield Academy. Many businesses make donations to local charities, and one common way this happens is by offering a matching funds donation for their employees. You give to BA, and your employer matches your donation - sometimes up to three times your donation amount! Companies that have already matched donations this year include Northwestern Mutual Life, Delta Airlines, WE Energies, Markel Corporation, Artisan Partners, GE Foundation, and Novartus. Remember to use our full, legal name: The Academy of Basic Education, Inc., when contacting your company’s benefits department! You may also contact the Advancement Office with any other questions.
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Heritage Cookbook
Primary School and Lower School Parents~ The annual Heritage Fair won’t be taking place this year; however, we want to celebrate our Heritage Star by creating a Heritage Cookbook! This book will be full of recipes that are special to your families. We hope every family will participate in showcasing their traditions by submitting a recipe that is near and dear to their hearts. A flyer and an email from Mr. Raney will be sent this week.
Event Updates
January 25 - February 5: Follett Online Book Fair
March: Teacher Appreciation Week will be observed as we celebrate our dedicated faculty and staff. Please check the weekly newsletter for announcements.
April 24: The Dinner Auction is ON -- rain or shine! Mark your calendars and be ready to have lots of fun with fundraising and celebrating BA. If you would like to assist Sarah Slaughter with BA’s largest fundraiser, please sign up on Volunteer Hub, and she will reach out to you. Questions? Contact Sarah Slaughter or Lori Kaari in the Advancement Office.
Returning for School Year 2021-22:
- Mothers Night Out
- Father Daughter Dance
- Heritage Fair
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