During this past semester's 8th grade Career Exploration Class, students have been working on the new ACP (Academic and Career Planning) Program called Xello. This program helps students build the skills, knowledge, and plans to be future ready. If your child has 8th grade Career Exploration this semester, please ask your child to share with you their Xello story board. #BrookwoodsBest What does your child want to be when they grow up?
almost 5 years ago, Helen Xiong
a
s
In Social Studies, Mrs. Jones' third-grade class conducted a research project about regions of the United States. Students worked in groups to find out which states belonged to which region, the vegetation, types of food, temperature, rainfall, and other information of each region. Groups then presented their region to the class. #BrookwoodsBest What can you share with us about Wisconsin?
almost 5 years ago, Helen Xiong
a
s
d
f
Last week, a student in Mrs. Arshem's third grade class came to school asking if they could do something for the families affected by the apartment fires. After a class discussion, their classroom decided to collect donations for those families. Word spread and some other students pitched in too. In just four days, they collected 143 food items, a crockpot, gift card, diapers, and more! The students were able to walk to UCC to hand deliver all of their donations. It all started with one student's idea and turned into an amazing act of kindness! #BrookwoodsBest
almost 5 years ago, Helen Xiong
a
s
d
f
Our 4K students have been learning about hibernation and today is the day their bears are set to hibernate in their caves. Students were excited to wear pajamas to help our bears get in a sleepy mood. #BrookwoodsBest
almost 5 years ago, Helen Xiong
B
A
Did you know....our Brookwood Family Organization (BFO) --previously known as our PTO-- still collects Box Tops?! If you have clipped Box Tops, please send them in to either school's office for collection.....but did you by chance notice that some of your favorite items may no longer have a clippable Box Top?! Well, Box Tops is going electronic! Simply download the Box Top app from your mobile app store and sign up while also selecting Brookwood Elementary as your school (even if your child is located at the middle school) and help us earn FREE MONEY to support various programs and equipment at both schools! Not sure how this works?! Stay tuned for a video to be posted next week about electronic Box Top submissions! And what better time to help our schools with this little giveaway Box Top is doing! We could win 5,000 bonus box tops while you get a FREE $50 gift card from Box Tops! #BrookwoodsBest
almost 5 years ago, Helen Xiong
a
In guidance class at the elementary school, 2nd and 3rd graders have been working hard to become feelings experts as well as learning how to cope with strong or uncomfortable emotions. Students got to try out different coping skill centers. 1. Deep breathing (they watched a short go zen video on deep breathing and then practiced deep breathing with bubbles, they were also introduced to shape breathing) 2. Art/creativity (students drew and or colored) 3. Grounding (using your senses to calm your body) 4. Puzzles/games (distraction is a coping skill) 5. Exercise and activity (Practicing resistance exercises such wall push ups and the push, pull and dangle as well as typical exercises that get our body moving and feeling good) 6. Positive self affirmation (self talk/growth mindset). How do you deal with coping with strong and/or uncomfortable emotions? #BrookwoodsBest
almost 5 years ago, Helen Xiong
a
s
d
f
Students in Mr. Hanson’s second grade classroom have been studying nonfiction books. They have looked at nonfiction text features such as diagrams, headings, captions, glossaries, and tables of contents. Students have been learning how to use these nonfiction features while they read their nonfiction books. They have learned that authors of nonfiction use these different text features to give more information about their topic. Students have been reading nonfiction books from their book bins, as well as accessing different nonfiction books on their iPads. What is your child's favorite non-fiction book/topic? #BrookwoodsBest
almost 5 years ago, Helen Xiong
a
b
c
d
Reminder 2 FREE Events! Tonight (1/15) @BMS Parent Education Presentation: Parenting Challenging Behaviors. Free dinner, presentation & childcare. 5:00 dinner // 5:30 presentation Friday (1/17) @BMS Family Fun Night! 5:30-7:00 with tons of fun, games, activities, food and rollerskating! We hope to see you at both of these exciting events!
almost 5 years ago, Helen Xiong
Did you know....every Thursday afternoon, Brookwood hosts a free community playgroup for 3 year olds. The objectives of this group are: 1. Learning how to get along with others 2. Learning how to follow a classroom schedule and get familiar with how classrooms work 3. Participating in pre-academic activities All of these objectives are getting our 3 year olds ready to come to school at Brookwood! The playgroup is designed and planned weekly by our Early Childhood Teacher, Speech and Language Pathologist and Occupational Therapist. #BrookwoodsBest #GJC2Events Brookwood playgroup is open to all 3 year olds in and out of our school district! For more information, please contact Kylie Warner : Kylie.Warner@gcj2.k12.wi.us
almost 5 years ago, Helen Xiong
a
s
d
f
¿Qúe pasa en Español 2? Students in Spanish 2 at BMS are practicing verb conjugation while playing dice. The dice help them choose different subject, pronouns, and verbs in order to practice conjugating verbs. They then have to write a more detailed sentence with the new subject and verb. #BrookwoodsBest How do you use dice at home?
almost 5 years ago, Helen Xiong
a
s
d
f
All events that are correlated and scheduled for today with Genoa City Schools are cancelled. 1/11/20 Stay safe and warm, Mustangs!
almost 5 years ago, Helen Xiong
A
Congratulations to three Brookwood students whose artwork will be on display during the 99th State Education Convention on January 22 and 23, 2020 at the Wisconsin Center in Milwaukee. Over 3,000 attendees will have the opportunity to view the pieces that were created by young artists throughout the state. The theme for this year's art exhibit is Expanding Your Vision. Students were challenged to create an original piece of art depicting what it means to expand your vision. How do you expand your vision to live life to the fullest? The exhibit showcases the work of Wisconsin students in grades 7-12. Congratulations to our Brookwood students on their effort, time, and creativity! Participating students are Keegan Denecke, Nyah Traskaski, and Bryan Niles. #BrookwoodsBest
almost 5 years ago, Helen Xiong
a
s
d
We have a few upcoming dates for you to be a part of our Mustang Helping Hands. If you have questions or are interested in helping; please contact Amanda Springer at Amanda.Springer@gcj2.k12.wi.us #BrookwoodsBest
almost 5 years ago, Helen Xiong
a
PVT Andrew Steele came to visit us before our winter break! Steele is an alumni of Brookwood Schools and just finished basic training and AIT. Grade 4-5 have been writing to him and asking many questions about being in the Army. Monica Steele, his mom, came in for Veteran’s Day to show pictures of what Andrew has been up to as well. Our students were beyond excited to finally meet him. #BrookwoodsBest We love having our Brookwood alumni stay connected with our district....if you are a Brookwood alumni and would like to get reconnected with us, please directly contact Helen Xiong at Helen.Xiong@gcj2.k12.wi.us
almost 5 years ago, Helen Xiong
a
b
8th grade scientists had an Investigating Hail Lab—students used water, ice, salt, glass containers, and a thermometer to create the perfect hail pieces! 

What was your favorite science experiment when you were in school? #BrookwoodsBest
almost 5 years ago, Helen Xiong
a
c
b
d
Congratulations to this week's Be Brookwood winners at the elementary school! Great job showing us what it means to Be Kind, Be Safe, Be Responsible! #BrookwoodsBest
almost 5 years ago, Helen Xiong
a
n Ms. Skalecki's 3rd grade class, students are working on learning their multiplication facts. Students have the opportunity to practice their facts in many different ways. They play math games, practice flash cards, and even sing songs to help memorize their facts. #BrookwoodsBest
almost 5 years ago, Helen Xiong
a
s
d
f
Community Yoga scheduled for 1/6 is cancelled.
almost 5 years ago, Helen Xiong
Get ready! Saturday Basketball is starting back up! Dates: 1/4, 1/11, 1/18, 1/25, 2/1, 2/8, 2/15 2/22, 3/7, 3/14, 3/21, and 3/28 Times: (Boys and Girls Together) 1st, 2nd - 3rd --> 4:00 pm to 5:00 pm 4th - 5th --> 5:00 pm to 6:00 pm 6th - 7th --> 6:00 pm to 7:30 pm Practices will be held at Brookwood Middle School. The cost is $25, and can be paid the first Saturday your child attends. The first two dates, 1/4 and 1/11, will be considered sign up days. All participants will receive a Brookwood Basketball t-shirt, and will be delivered on week 3. Please let us know if you have any questions or concerns by contacting Coach Highland at Johnny.Highland@gcj2.k12.wi.us #BrookwoodsBest
almost 5 years ago, Helen Xiong
A
Our Vision for Brookwood Schools and School District Financial Notes
almost 5 years ago, Helen Xiong
a
b