Volume U Number 11 November 2, 2022
2022-23 School Theme: 60 Years - A Tradition of Excellence
60-Year History of BA’s Athletic Program -

Maybe you have heard the comment, “You are not going to believe this unless you had been there.” Well I was there!

I am alluding to the remarkable transformation and maturation of the athletic program throughout the school’s 60-year history. Its growth is a prime example of the school’s relentless pursuit of excellence in all aspects of its curriculum and extra-curricular opportunities.

In the early decades with a small enrollment and limited facilities, BA found a way to provide student athletes with the opportunity to compete in a variety of sports, e.g., football, field hockey, volleyball,
basketball, wrestling, track, and golf. The cost of the athletic program was not included in tuition, so the
support came from player fees and fundraisers, e.g., magazine sales, first aid kits, and a huge rummage sale.

Over the years, the impact of athletics became an important component to achieving the school’s Mission and attracting students who valued a quality education and a competitive athletic program. Support for athletics was manifested by the expanded facilities from one athletic field and one gymnasium to its current impressive campus.

Throughout BA’s 60 years, the athletic program has contributed to the achievement of the school’s Mission of graduating young men and women who are now living their lives as “responsible, constructive, free people.”

You can believe it as I was blessed to have been there!
~ Dr. Robert Solsrud, Former Head of School
PARENT DISCUSSION
Monday, November 7, at 8:30 am
Freedom Hall Library

How to Parent without Losing Your Mind: A Compass for Navigating Adolescence with Joy and Purpose

Join us for a presentation and discussion with Dr. Karen E. Bohlin, a recognized thought leader in applied virtue ethics and character education. During her 50-60 minute talk and Q & A, she'll share experience gained from talking with parents and educators around the nation, as well as her knowledge as a senior scholar at Boston University's Center for Character and Social Responsibility and director emerita of BU's Center for the Advancement of Ethics and Character. While the content will be directed to parents of Middle School and Upper School students, ALL parents are welcome and will benefit from the content.

To register, email Linda Pryor.
ADVANCEMENT & VOLUNTEER NEWS
Annual Giving Time!
Look for a letter from your Annual Fund Level Leader that will be coming home this week. The Annual Fund plays a critical role in sustaining all the programs and capital items that keep Brookfield Academy an exceptional school. We hope you will consider making a gift this year! 
Our students are counting on your support! Questions? Contact Peter Grossman in Advancement.

Giving Day - November 22, 2022
Annual Fund Online Giving Day is scheduled for Tuesday, November 22, featuring giveaways and raffles for those who contribute that day. The first 50 donors will receive a special gift. Any family donating $500 or more on giving day will be entered in a raffle to win Milwaukee Bucks tickets! Stay tuned for more details.

Don’t want to wait for Giving Day to make your gift to BA? You can donate online anytime, simply visit the BA website and selectGive Now. You are also welcome to mail your donations, or even bring them in to the Advancement Office. Thank you in advance for your participation! Questions? Contact Peter Grossman in the Advancement Office.

VOLUNTEERS NEEDED!
Christmas programs will be here before we know it, and we need volunteers from each division to help set up, serve, and clean up at each reception. Please register to help on VolunteerHub.

SAVE THE DATE!
Mothers Night Out: This year's event will be on Saturday, January 28, 2023, at Westmoor Country Club. Join us for a planning meeting on Thursday, November 10, at 8:30 am in the Volunteer Room of Founders Hall. Wende Fedder-Gorniak and Maggie Printz are planning “A Sky Full Of Stars” to honor our senior moms and welcome new moms to the BA community.

Dinner Auction: Saturday, April 29, 2023, at the Pritzlaff Building, downtown. Planning meeting scheduled Tuesday, November 15 at 8:30 am in the Washington Room, located downstairs in Founders Hall.