2020-21 School Theme: Embrace Challenge
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THANK YOU TEACHERS!
On behalf of the students at Brookfield Academy, thank you to our teachers for being extraordinary mentors through this challenging time. Brookfield Academy’s Mission is to prepare students for college and life, and the teachers at BA do an excellent job of that. Throughout the year, our teachers have always kept their lessons fun and interesting, and their dedication shines through. Again, a genuine thank you to all of the faculty for their incredible work, past and present.
~ Laurette Blanchard, sophomore student
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COVID-19 UPDATE
COVID-19 Dashboard
Our BA dashboard is updated each Wednesday for you to follow our weekly case numbers. The updates can be viewed in the MyBA Portal under the COVID-19 Updates Resource page.
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WEDNESDAY
April 14
Teacher
Appreciation Day
Level 8 Students Visit Patriots Hall
3:15 pm
THURSDAY
April 15
Level 6 Parents: Transitioning to Middle School: What to Expect in Level 7
9 am
(Via Zoom)
MONDAY
April 19
Sophomores: College Class Presentation
TUESDAY
April 20
Level 5 Parents: Transitioning to Middle School: What to Expect in Level 6
9 am
(Via Zoom)
SATURDAY
April 24
DINNER AUCTION
Let's Get BAck to our Future!
6 pm
(Patriots Hall & Virtual)
SUNDAY
April 25
OPEN HOUSE
11:30 am
(In-Person & Virtual)
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BA's Spring Open House is Sunday, April 25! Individual tours begin at 11:30 am, and registration is required. Online options are available too. Please share this information with family, friends, and neighbors. We would love to meet them and tell them about BA! Help spread the word by placing a yard sign at your home. Signs are available for pick up in each Division or please contact the Admissions Office.
Parents: New Student Admissions Alert ~ If you are
considering enrolling a new student for the 2021-22 school year and have not submitted an application, please contact the Admissions Office for an application or complete the form online before Sunday, April 25. Many classes are at or near capacity.
Admission Screening for 2021-22: Admission Screening for 2021-22, Saturday, May 1, for K4-Grade 12 applicants. Please contact Admissions for more information.
Congratulations! Upper School students earned top honors on the 2021 National German Exam and sophomore Rachel Frailing placed first in the state for Level 3! A list of other student awards for the National German Exam is listed under the Upper School section. (Level 1 results will not be available until May.)
Congratulations! The Upper School Math Club dominated the Wisconsin Mathematics Council High School Contest. Ali Warraich, Daniel Perelman, David Roessler, and Adrian Yin took the first four spots on the 1st Place All-State Team. Krish Sharma, Xavier Nye, and Cassie Zhang earned spots on the 2nd Place All-State Team.
Congratulations! Middle School Latin Teacher David Urbanski authored a chapter in the newly published book Communicative Approaches for Ancient Languages. In addition, he gave a nod to Brookfield Academy in his summary- thanks Mr. Urbanski!
Parents: Early Payment Discount! BA offers a discount when the 2021-22 tuition is paid in full by May 1. See your invoice for the amount to pay or contact the Business Office with questions.
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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Fitness Center Grand Opening:
Our students released balloons and a celebratory cheer this week during the grand opening of the fitness center. A video of the event will soon be available for all our families to enjoy.
UPDATE ~ Year-End Events Schedule: Brookfield Academy year-end events are scheduled; however, some of them will be a bit changed from our usual traditions. Please review our tentative list of dates HERE. As we approach each event, families will receive more specific details from each of the Division Heads.
Caps and College Bound at the top of the hill. On Thursday, April 29, 8:15 am, Director of College Counseling, Mr. Nick Spaeth, and the seniors who began their BA journey in our
earliest levels, will join the Lower School and Primary School students at the top of the hill (Founders Hall). The seniors will say farewell to their first teachers and announce which college they will be attending. (Location will be moved to Freedom Hall in the event of inclement weather.) Level 1 students receive "Class of 2032" caps from the seniors!
Summer Days T-Shirt Day is Thursday, April 29! Students may wear any Summer Days T-shirt but all other clothing must adhere to the dress code. Many summer classes are full so register for classes now!
May Busing Schedule: The All-School May bus schedule is available here.
CODA Update: A percussion instructor has joined our faculty. He is available to begin lessons immediately. Interested families should contact Julie D'Arruda for more information.
Student Directory Updates: Mr. Scott and Dr. Judy Hoggatt (Joshua-11) new address: N22 W26481 Shooting Star Ct. Unit B, Pewaukee, 53072. For the most up-to-date information, please use our online directory in the MyBA Portal.
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Congratulations to our Upper School German language students on the following awards in the 2021 National German Exam. Gold Awards: Rachel Frailing (1st in state Level 3), Andrew Buckholdt (2nd in state Level 2), Natalie Cartwright, and Lily Childress; Silver Awards: Thomas Minix, Gabriella Brown, Zanna Hughes, and Hannah Ding; Bronze Awards: Emma Felton, Laya Nwilati, Rose Urbanski, Megan Grasse, and Ian Smith.
Sophomore College Class Presentation: 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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Level 8 students will receive Upper School Course Request forms for the 2021-22 school year soon. Students will go to Patriots Hall after school with Mrs. Doble today, 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 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 advisory sessions for an overview of the selection process and the languages and electives offered. A course selection form will be mailed home 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 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.
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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. Parents with questions please contact Mrs. Doble.
Level 5 Parents: Course selections for incoming Level 6 students are due by Monday, April 26. The forms can be returned to the Lower School office or the Middle School office.
Primary School Art Show: Primary School student artwork will be available to view and purchase during their virtual art show April 26-May 5. More details to come in next week's newsletter!
May Half-Days: 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
Thank you to all of our sponsors and donors to the Dinner Auction. In particular we would like to recognize all of the item donors to our Auction. We are excited to reveal the Silent and Live Auctions to you next week. Watch for an email with the link to the Silent Auction that will open a few days before the event. You can peruse the offerings (sports items, unique experiences, museum passes, gourmet food and beverages, family items, and one-of-a-kind surprises.)
Want to attend in person or at home??? Registration is OPEN! Don't wait to get your ticket!
RSVP NOW! In-person tickets are VERY limited. Guarantee yours today by registering online.
LEVEL BASKETS - Competition Winner!
THANK YOU everyone for your support adding to our awesome level baskets! The winning class with item and cash donations will be announced next week. Thank you to all who participated in this portion of the Dinner Auction!
RAFFLE TICKETS - It's not too late!
Order yours today online, or through the mail with the form included with the invitation. You can also purchase tickets at the event, in person or at home. $5,000 grand prize, 2nd prize: $1,500, 3rd prize: $500. BA will gladly accept credit cards and checks payable to Brookfield Academy. The drawing is on Saturday, April 24, 8 pm, at Brookfield Academy’s Patriots Hall. 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.
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Event Volunteers Needed
Sign up now on Volunteer Hub for help setting up on Friday and Saturday April 23 and 24. This is the fun stuff - decorating, displays, making the 1980s come to life in Patriots Hall. We will also look for a few rad parents to help with take down after the event. We will keep the tunes rolling to keep the vibe going as we clean up. Sign up on Volunteer Hub or email Peter Grossman.
Thank you to some of our Auction Sponsors:
- Jeff and Cynthia Harris
- PNC Bank
- Fox Printing
- Michael Thometz ’95
- Wisconsin Kitchen Mart
- Peabody’s Interiors
- Landmark Credit Union
- Olive Promotions
- Great Harvest Bread
- Red Elephant Chocolates
- Jon and Sara Cerny
- Richard and Sharon Koenings
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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