Volume U Number 3 | September 7, 2022

2022-23 School Theme: 60 Years - A Tradition of Excellence

On September 10, 1962, the bell rang for the very first time, calling together 33 students for their inaugural assembly at the farmhouse on top of the hill, known today as Founders Hall. The dream of ABE (Academy of Basic Education) became a reality as Head Bill Smeeth began the assembly by raising the flag, reciting the Pledge of Allegiance, and giving an inspiring message before closing with a school prayer. This Friday, September 9, ABE (now known as Brookfield Academy) will again gather its entire student body of more than 880 students at Founders Hall to honor our 60th year. 


The Founders Day Assembly, held each fall at Brookfield Academy, commemorates the first assembly. In addition to all of our students, we welcome past and present Board members, parents, alumni, teachers, staff, and administrators to the celebration. We remember and recognize those who have given years of service to uphold the Mission and philosophy of the school. I am pleased to announce that Mrs. Sharon Koenings, one of my mentors and former Head of School, will be this year’s presenter. Mrs. Koenings served a variety of roles over the course of her 43 years at Brookfield Academy. Also, Mrs. Koenings will be inducted into the Honor Roll of Distinguished Service with six other staff members. Joining her this year are Mrs. Lisa Buchholtz, Mrs. Janet Kenny, Mrs. Ruth Osier, Mrs. Rose Pankow, Ms. Karen Schleicher, and Mrs. Stacey Wrenn. All are worthy recipients because of their contributions to Brookfield Academy during their outstanding careers.  


Please join us on September 9, at 8:15 a.m. at Founders Hall to once again celebrate the founding of this remarkable school - 60 Years: A Tradition of Excellence!

~ Doug Ricci, Head of School

TONIGHT

WEDNESDAY,

September 7

6–7 pm

Upper School

College Night for

Parents of Seniors

Patriots Hall


7 pm

Upper School

Parents Night

Patriots Hall Gym


FRIDAY,

September 9

8:15 am

Founders Day Assembly

Founders Hall Flagpole


WEDNESDAY

September 14

8:30-9:30 am 

Volunteer Coffee

Liberty Hall Library


12 noon

"A Conversation on Economics"

with Kevin Murphy

Patriots Hall

RSVP to Linda Pryor


FRIDAY,

September 16

Constitution Day


8:45 am

American Character Educational Series:

American Citizenship: Thoughts About Rights and Responsibilities

Washington Room

Founders Hall

RSVP to Linda Pryor


September 19-24

Homecoming Week


FRIDAY

September 23

4 pm

Founders Fest

Fields of Freedom


SATURDAY

September 24

9:00-10:30 am

Five Star Run

Patriots Hall Football Field



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This publication and Sports Report are also available online at brookfieldacademy.org


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Founders Day Assembly: Friday, September 9, 8:15 am. Our guest speaker is Mrs. Sharon Koenings, former Head of School. We're excited to welcome the entire BA community, including students, parents, current and past Board members, alumni, and others to this celebration of our school and our tradition of excellence. Please join us!

Welcome to our New Board Member! The Brookfield Academy Board of Directors is pleased to announce that Mr. Scott Priebe has been elected to the Board. It will be exciting to see how his insight and experience benefit our students and the school. Please join us in congratulating him. 

Congratulations! Senior Caden Holcomb and junior Mateo Fernandez-Tyson earned perfect scores on the ACT. 




All-School Picture Day is Tuesday, September 13. Please plan accordingly. Use this link to view the flyer with details.


Please Join Us - Wednesday, September 14, at 12 noon: The Center for Mission & Academics and Brookfield Academy's Free Market Institute will host a luncheon and presentation titled, "A Conversation on Economics" with Kevin Murphy. He is the George J. Stigler Distinguished Service Professor of Economics at the University of Chicago Booth School of Business and a Senior Fellow at the Hoover Institution. RSVP to Linda Pryor by Friday, September 9.


American Character Educational Series: On Friday, September 16, immediately following our Constitution Day assembly, Diane Schlosser, a BA parent, will share a presentation titled, "American Citizenship: Thoughts About Rights and Responsibilities." Pastries and coffee will be served. Everyone is welcome. Contact Linda Pryor to RSVP.


Homecoming Week is Monday, September 19–Saturday, September 24. See the Advancement News section below for additional information.


The Brookfield Academy Five Star Run is Saturday, September 24, from 9:00-10:30 am. Register here and see the Advancement & Volunteer News section below for more information. 


Lunch Program: This year, hot lunch in the Primary School, Lower School, and Middle School will be offered through Apple Spice. The Upper School will be offering a catered lunch program. More information can be found on the specific division resource page on MyBA.


Mission Academy is a workshop that consists of three, 40-minute sessions designed to share the history and Mission of Brookfield Academy. The sessions help new parents transition smoothly, access all that BA offers, and connect with other families. Session I is September 13; Session II is September 20; and Session III is September 27. To register, email Linda Pryor.


LAST CALL FOR APPLICATIONS! If you have a child you would like to attend our Little Knights program next year, please submit your application todayApplicants whose files are completed by September 30th will be considered in the first round of admissions decisions. There has been significant interest in Little Knights for 2023-24, and we want to do all we can to accommodate current families. If you have questions, contact Mindy Morrissey.


Grandparents Day, Friday, October 7: Save the date for this very special event. More information and invitations will be coming soon. We hope you can join us!


BA's Open House will be held Sunday, October 30. 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.


Reminder Parents: You can check your Tuition Management account anytime through the MyBA portal. In addition to tuition, fees for CODA, tutoring, and after-school programs are posted to the Tuition Management account. Payments are due on the 1st or 15th of each month. Please check the system regularly to avoid late fees.


Yearbook! Early Bird Price ($70) expires October 1. Order online for the 2023 edition of the yearbook. 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 Laura Koepp.

Seeking Parent Ambassadors: If you're an enthusiastic BA parent with a true philosophical love for the Academy who would enjoy talking with new and prospective parents, we'd like your help. For a full description of the opportunity, email Admissions.


Achieving and Serving Beyond Campus: 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.

Career Exploration Series: Thank you to Dr. Hieb for sharing your knowledge about careers in the medical field with our students. 




TONIGHT - College Night for Parents of Seniors: Wednesday, September 7, from 6-7 pm, Patriots Hall.


TONIGHT-Upper School Parents Night: Wednesday, September 7, at 7 pm, Patriots Hall Gym. Meet your student's teachers and get information for a successful school year.


Senior Portrait Information: Gather pictures for the Senior Dinner DVD (three pictures ages 2 – 8) and the yearbook (one senior and one baby picture). Submit all photos by Monday, September 12, to seniorpictures@brookfieldacademy.org.


College Visits: Representatives from national and international colleges will be available for our students. The BA College Visit schedule is on the College Counseling Office page of our website.


CODA: There are still several openings for Upper School students interested in Voice or Woodwinds through CODA, our private after-school music lesson program. Click here for more information or contact coda@brookfieldacademy.org.


PROM - Date Change: The date for Prom has been changed to Saturday, April 15. Please update your calendars and save the date!

Congratulations! The Boy Scouts of America, Potawatomi Area Council 651, and Brookfield Academy Troop 183 are pleased to announce that Vibhu Guda, Joshua Hoggatt, Max Hong, and William Morgan earned the rank of Eagle Scout.

Middle School Spirit! Junior Knights football players were introduced during halftime of the football game on Friday. Thank you to all the MS faculty who volunteered at the game! 


Club Fair: Before morning assembly on Monday, September 19, the Middle School will be holding a Club Fair so students can learn more about the many options for extracurricular activities.


MS Field Trips: Middle School students have field trips coming up in September. These trips are intended to strengthen their connections with classmates and bond in a non-academic setting. Level 8 attends leadership camp at Camp Whitcomb Mason on Thursday, September 15. Students will return to school for pick-up from the lower lot at 3:45 pm. Level 7 students will go to Camp Timberlee on Thursday, September 15. Level 7 students will return to school at 5 pm and should be picked up from the lower lot. Level 6 students will go to Camp Timberlee on Thursday, September 22, and will return to school at 5 pm. 


Hot Lunch - Middle School students have options for hot lunch through Apple Spice. Creating an account is easy, and you can view the menus for each day. Use this link or find more information on the Middle School Resource page in the MyBA portal.


CODA: There are still several openings for Middle School students interested in Voice or Woodwinds through CODA, our private after-school music lesson program. Click here for more information or contact coda@brookfieldacademy.org.

Constitution Day: On Friday, September 16, BA students will commemorate the signing of our United States Constitution in 1787. 


Hot Lunch - Primary School and Lower School students have options for hot lunch through Apple Spice. Creating an account is easy, and you can view the menus for each day. Use this link or find more information on the Resource page for each division in the MyBA portal.

ADVANCEMENT & VOLUNTEER NEWS

Founders Day

Parents, please join us for the annual All-School Founders Day Assembly on Friday, September 9, at 8:15 am. Our guest speaker is former Head of School, Mrs. Sharon Koenings. 


Volunteer Coffee - Wednesday, September 14, 8:30-9:30 am in Liberty Hall Lower School Library

Discover all the exciting opportunities to participate in our school community this year. Volunteering is a great way to become involved and meet new friends, whether you can help a little or a lot. Our students benefit directly from your contributions. Event chairs still needed for Grandparents Day, scheduled for October 7! Contact Mary Ricci or register and sign up for activities throughout the year on VolunteerHub.


Homecoming Weekend Events:


Founders Fest, Friday, September 23, 4:00-6:30 pm

Families, join us for food, fun, and games on the Fields on Freedom. Meet up with friends and stick around for all the activities. Don’t forget the fireworks show during halftime of the football game! All ages should come to share in the festivities. Check out VolunteerHub for opportunities to help sell spirit wear, assist with the tailgate, or welcome new families.  


Homecoming Tailgate, Friday, September 23, 5-7 pm

$5 will buy a meal to satisfy you while watching the Upper School games. Meal includes hotdog, brat, or various burgers along with chips, cookie, and a beverage. Veggie and gluten-free options available.  


Five Star Run, Saturday, September 24, 9:00-10:30 am

Join us at the Fields of Freedom for a 5K run or 1-mile fun run/walk and awards presentation. Online registration for participants and four-legged friends is now open! Would you rather watch the fun instead of participating? Volunteers are needed to direct runners and cheer them on, so sign up today on VolunteerHub. We would love to see you there! Questions? Contact the Advancement Office.


Upcoming Events:


Grandparents Day, Friday, October 7, 8:30-11:30 am, Patriots Hall Gym

Grandparents will be welcomed with a continental breakfast and student program in Patriots Hall Gym at 8:30 am. After being entertained by their grandchildren, grandparents will hop a shuttle or golf cart and cruise to a building of their choice to visit classrooms and participate in lessons. Greeters, shuttle assistants, breakfast servers, traffic patrollers, and golf cart drivers are just a few of the roles where more help is needed. Questions? Please contact Mary Ricci, Director of All-School Events, or sign up directly on VolunteerHub.


Invitations to Grandparents Day will be coming home this week with the youngest child in your family. Please send or hand deliver these invitations to your Grandparents. Additional invitations will be available from the Advancement Office


Mother/Son Social, Friday, October 21, 2022, 6-8 pm

Join us in the Freedom Hall gyms and participate in Minute to Win It games during this NEW BA event. Get ready to compete with your son or another mother/son team during this fast-paced, two-hour event. Treats, surprises, and laughter will be in abundance. Register ($10 per person) and see more details HERE. Dads, consider volunteering so you can watch the competition.

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