2020-21 School Theme: Embrace Challenge
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This coming weekend we will gather to celebrate Brookfield Academy's 51st graduating class. Like those before them, this class of 67 seniors stands among the best in the nation, and they will all go on to study at amazing universities. The Class of 2021 will be remembered in the history of our school as the class that endured the hardships of COVID-19. Every one of these remarkable young men and women showed courage, grit, and immense patience as they studied and grew through 15 months of pandemic protocols; their sacrifice was great. Please join me, our Board, and our faculty and staff in honoring this class of BA heroes!
Sharon Koenings, Head of School
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COVID-19 UPDATES
Protocol Updates: An email was sent last week to all families regarding updates to our COVID-19 protocols. A copy is available here.
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
May 12
Primary School & Lower School Summer Skill Saver Books
Order Deadline
FRIDAY
May 14
Level 4 Roman Day
Liberty Hall
Middle School Funday
Enrichment Classes
Senior Dinner
6 pm
Wisconsin Club
SATURDAY
May 15
Celebrate America Concert
7:30 pm
Patriots Hall
Fields of Freedom
SUNDAY
May 16
Upper School Art Show
1 pm
Outdoors at Patriots Hall
Graduation
2 pm
Patriots Hall
Fields of Freedom
TUESDAY
May 18
Juniors Parents:
College Process - Q&A
6 pm
(Via Zoom)
WEDNESDAY
May 19
Levels 5-8
Spring Sports Assembly
(Virtual)
THURSDAY
May 20
Summer Days Registration
Early Registration Discount Deadline
FRIDAY
May 21
Middle School and
Upper School
Exams begin
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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. Many classes are at or near capacity.
Spring Admission Screening for 2021-22 is by appointment. No screening is required for Little Knights. All Level A and B applicants and newly enrolled students will be invited to participate in a summer playdate (to be determined) in place of screening. Please contact Admissions for more information.
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Our Middle School and Upper School Spring Concert showcased the musical talents of our students. View more photos by selecting the image.
Congratulations! Seniors Ali Warraich and Ashley Zhu have been named National Merit $2500 Scholarship winners. Only 2,500 students in the country are selected for this particular scholarship out of 15,000 distinguished Finalists.
Congratulations! There were 26 Lower School students who received gold medals in the State French contest. Students recited a memorized poem for the virtual event. The full list of winners is listed in the Lower School section.
Congratulations! BA's Lower School also earned the Lillian Trottier Award as presented by the American Association of Teachers of French for the most gold medals won at the elementary level in the entire state of Wisconsin.
Congratulations! Lower School student Charlotte Gale is a State Champion in the Zaner-Bloser handwriting contest.
All-School Celebrate America Concert will be held on Saturday, May 15, 7:30 pm, at the Fields of Freedom.
Graduation and Art Show Parking: Patriots Hall campus parking is reserved for those attending graduation. Families and friends attending only the Upper School Art Show should park at Liberty Hall.
Summer Days: Early registration discount ends Thursday, May 20! See the 2021 course catalog here. If you have questions, contact Julie D'Arruda.
Medication Pick-up Deadline: Please pick up medications you supplied for the school year by 12 noon on Wednesday, May 26. Medications not picked up by this date will be disposed of properly.
UPDATES for Year-End Events: Please review our list of dates here.
May Busing Schedule: The all-school May bus schedule is available here.
All-School Bus Student Registration: Please note the School Busing Registration information for the 2021-22 school year is available here
All Parents: Magnus re-enrollment for the 2021-22 school year is coming soon! Start scheduling those summer physicals and watch for more details to come!
It's Musical Time! The Lower School Theatre Department presents Alice in Wonderland, June 4, 5, & 6, at 2 pm; and the Upper School Theatre Department presents The Sound of Music, June 4, 5, & 6 at 7:30 pm, both in the Patriots Hall Courtyard. Tickets are on sale here.
Student Directory Updates: For the most up-to-date information, please use our online directory in the MyBA Portal.
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AP Announcements: Important Advanced Placement information and testing dates are available here. All students should read through the important AP announcements prior to exams. For a copy of the presentation from Mrs. Tomchek, please click here.
Upper School Textbook Buybacks: Please note that textbook buybacks to MBSDirect.net are online. More information is being sent home. Informational flyers are also available in Patriots Hall's main office.
Senior Dinner is Friday, May 14, 6 pm, at the Wisconsin Club. Each student is permitted two guests.
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Upper School Art Show: BA students share some of their best work at the Annual Art Show. Don't miss this outdoor event at Patriots Hall, Sunday, May 16, 1-4 pm.
Graduation: Sunday, May 16, 2 pm, Patriots Hall Fields of Freedom.
Parents of Juniors: Join us for a Virtual Q&A, Tuesday, May 18, 6 pm. Your students have researched colleges, identified matches, and developed a list of colleges they would like to apply to this fall. Mr. Spaeth and Mrs. Koenings invite you to share any questions you have about the college application process, including the search, campus visits, writing the application, the essay, letters of recommendation, interviews, admissions decisions, deadlines, and scholarships. Zoom information will be emailed closer to the program.
Upper School Final Exams, Friday, May 21, through Wednesday, May 26. These are half days for Upper School students. The exam schedule is available on the MyBA Portal.
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.
Upper School Academic Awards (one level at a time), Friday, May 28: Level 9 at 5 pm; Level 10 at 6 pm; and Level 11 at 7 pm; at Patriots Hall.
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Middle School Funday: Students enjoy a special schedule with enrichment classes on Friday, May 14.
Spring Sports Assembly will be featured on a video (for Levels 5-8) to be shared on Wednesday, May 19.
Middle School Exams are Friday, May 21, through Wednesday, May 26. These are half days for Middle School students.
End-of-Year Academic Awards Ceremonies, Friday, May 28: Level 8 at 2 pm; Level 7 at 3 pm; and Level 6 at 4 pm; at Patriots Hall.
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Congratulations! There were 26 Lower School French students who received gold medals in the State French contest. Level 4 Gold medal recipients: Monroe Emling, Talia Nwilati, Sharif Soliman, Yusuf Alqwasmi, Nate Robinson, Nora Dysart, Ryan Quest, Devan Pillai, Julia Miller, Russell Fortuna, Satwik Gorantla, Addison Albers, Harrison Urech, Ishaan Agrawal, William Klein, Zoha Sana, Maeve Parkins, and Kirtan Pansheriya. Level 5 Gold medal recipients: Estelle Liang, Ava Li, Olivia Lund, Maria Simic, Yuvraj Singh, Victoria Solanki, Ayush Taneja, and Arjan Kapur.
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Gold Rush Day was a great day of learning and fun for Level 3 students. Step back in time with our students by selecting the image!
Summer Skill Saver Books! Your student will stay sharp by doing a few problems a couple of times a week. Booklets may be purchased by returning the order form with payment or online. Orders must be received by Wednesday, May 12.
Level 4 Roman Day is Friday, May 14.
Spring Sports Assembly will be featured on a video (for Levels 5-8) to be shared on Wednesday, May 19.
Awards Days for Primary and Lower Schools will be held at Founders Hall by the flagpole on the following dates and times:
- Level A (AM Classes), Tuesday, May 25, 8:30 am (Freund); 9:30 am (Nowacki);
- Level A (PM Classes) & Little Knights, Wednesday, May 26, 8:30 am (Little Knights); 9:30 am (Nowacki), and 10:30 am (Speich);
- Levels B-5, Thursday, May 27. Level B - 8:30 am; Level 1 - 9:30 am; Level 2 - 10:30 am; Level 3 - 1:30 pm; Level 4 - 2:30 pm; Level 5 - 3:30 pm.
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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Spring Online Giving Day is May 19!
As our students and faculty get set to “Finish Strong” this year, you can join them with a “Finish Strong” gift to the Annual Fund. We are extremely close to our giving goal for the year; this is an amazing accomplishment due to your support and generosity. Watch your email for information on how you can join the BA Community for Spring Online Giving Day on Wednesday, May 19!
Don’t Forget...
Brookfield Academy offers automatic monthly giving options that can make it easier for you to support our students. Also, be sure to check with your employer to see if a company match is offered. This is a great way to double -- or even triple -- your gift! Please contact Peter Grossman in the Advancement Office for more details.
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End-of-Year Volunteer Opportunities
Class of 2021 Graduation
Junior Parents! It is a tradition at BA for the junior class parents to help as greeters, hand out programs, water, and other related tasks at the senior graduation. This year, graduation is on Sunday, May 16, and we are in need of parent volunteers.
Division Awards Ceremonies
The end-of-year awards ceremonies for all Divisions are fast approaching, and we are in need of a few volunteers to help refill waters and snack bowls for each event.
Please visit Volunteer Hub to sign up for these volunteer opportunities - we appreciate your assistance! You may also contact Peter Grossman in the Advancement Office for more details.
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