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Brookville High School
1 Blue Pride Drive
Brookville, OH 45309
937-833-6761
937-833-6302
Principal
Mr. Christopher Bronner
Asst. Principal
Mrs. Lynne Sayre-NIckell
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Blue Devils
Athletic Schedules
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Brookville Intermediate School
2 Blue Pride Drive
Brookville, OH 45309
937-833-6731
937-833-6756
Principal
Mr. Erin Wheat
Asst. Principal
Mrs. Lynne Sayre-Nickell
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Brookville Elementary School
3 Blue Pride Drive
Brookville, OH 45309
937-833-6796
937-833-5354
Principal
Mrs. Stephanie Hinds
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Board of Education Offices
75 June Place
Brookville, OH 45309
937-833-2181
937-833-2787 - Fax
Superintendent
Timothy L. Hopkins
Treasurer
Mrs. Tiffany Hiser
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The Mission of Brookville Local Schools is to challenge, prepare, and support all students to realize their full potential.
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President
Scott Rutherford
Vice President
Judy Hoover
Members
John Gordon
Joe Mellon
Rick Phillips
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High School
9:50 a.m. - 2:35 p.m.
Intermediate School
9:50 a.m. - 2:30 p.m.
Elementary School
Grades K-3
11:00 a.m. - 3:20 p.m.
Preschool
AM 11:00 a.m. - 12:40 p.m.
PM 1:40 p.m. - 3:30 p.m.
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Administrative Professionals Day Recognized
Highly Visible and Highly Thought Of
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In numbers, they are one of the smaller employee support groups. However, they are highly visible and very instrumental in the operation of our school district. Twelve ladies were shown appreciation April 26 on Administrative Professionals Day.
Their careers at Brookville Local vary in length greatly; from Rhonda Haynes, general assistant to the treasurer, who has worked in the district for 30 years, to Wanda Denlinger, the new Administrative Assistant to the Superintendent, who just completed her third full week. Length of service varies between these two from elementary secretary, Laura Staggs, 2 years to intermediate school secretary, Karen Boehringer, who has been with the district 18 years.
Ten of the twelve live in the Brookville School District. Five currently have children attending school here and six others have children who have graduated from Brookville Schools. Only Amy Muhlenkamp, whose daughter is still preschool age doesn't have a child either in our schools or a graduate. To go a step further, high school secretary, Kim Hogue has a daughter, Erin Haydon teaching in our schools!!
These ladies go to great effort each and every day to serve the administrators they work with, to providing needed help and direction to parents and grandparents and most importantly, to supporting the children of our school district. They are often the first line of communication with community and the glue that keeps our operations together and on track. They serve as accountants, counselors, journalist, strategist and a host of jobs in between.
When asked what they liked best about their job, veteran secretary Karen Boehringer said, "Every day is different, there is NEVER a dull moment and the students are great!" Elementary secretary, Julie Caylor commented, "Spending the day with children will make anyone's day. You never know what they will say. And, it's always something you don't expect! Working with my co-workers always makes for a great day!" The newest member of this team, Administrative Assistant to the Superintendent Wanda Denlinger, may have summed it up for all of them when she said, "Knowing that the work I do benefits the entire community of Brookville."
We say thank you to all of these ladies for their tremendous support to our schools!
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Superintendent's Corner
Prom Promise Sets Sobering Stage for Weekend
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Friday, April 21, leading into prom weekend, the BHS SADD organization sponsored our Prom Promise program. A beautiful afternoon allowed for the student body to view a mock crash. The mock crash was part of the Drive Smart Program through Premier Health. SADD advisors Mrs. Herbert and Mr. Lamb began meeting with Mandy Via of Premier Health back in the Fall of 2016. As prom weekend approached, Ms. Via continued to coordinate with these advisors and also met with the SADD Club members to plan the impactful program.
Local entities, such as Chief Ron Fletcher from the Brookville Fire Department, Englewood Truck & Towing and Gilbert Fellers Funeral Home also played important roles in sponsoring and providing support to the mock crash. The Brookville Police Department and Clay Township Police Department were on hand and played a significant role as well.
The program centered around a mock crash that displayed how injury and even death can b
e the result of making bad decisions and getting into a vehicle. Care Flight was on the scene and allowed our students to see first hand the devastation of such a crash.
Our student body watched intently and took the events of the program very seriously. This led into what was a safe, accident free prom night. We appreciate the efforts of our SADD Club, their advisors, our partners at Premier Health and the local businesses and agencies that made this a meaningful and educational activity.
We encourage you to view the mock crash pictures here and see videos of the mock crash event here.
SADD CLUB Holds After Prom
We would like to thank the BHS SADD Club for hosting the After Prom this year. Community support of this program was phenomenal. The club received $2,300 in donations from local businesses for After Prom activities. Along with the monetary donations, organizations and eateries gave hundreds of dollars worth of food, gift cards, coupons, Dayton Dragons tickets and other prizes for the After Prom attendees. At the end of the evening, in the wee hours of the morning, a drawing resulted in four lucky attendees being given either one of two Chromebooks or one of two $300 Visa Cards.
Creating a safe environment for our students to hang out and enjoy themselves as part of Prom Night is wonderful in itself. Our local community pitching in with these special gifts for those in attendance is another example of how our youth are supported.
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We invite you to take a moment to watch the video which highlights some of the exciting things that are coming up in the next fe
w weeks at Brookville Local Schools.
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5th Graders Visit Yaskawa Motoman
Field Trip is Eye Opener to Robotics and Career
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 "Our 5th grade field trip was breathtaking!", wrote Laura Robbins. "There were robotic arms that could pick up things, and robots that could weld." She added that, "There were even robots that worked in harmony.......and slowed down when they sensed humans!"
That was the general reaction by the BIS students that traveled to the Yaskawa Motoman Robotics Center. They were able to see first hand how robots are being built, programmed and used in order to make the world of industry and manufacturing more efficient. Zoe Gross stated that, "It was an amazing opportunity to be able to learn about robots and what you have to do to get them to move and work."
The field trip is a part of career exploration provided by the fifth grade  teachers. Miss Huelskamp commented that taking the students on this field trip, "allowed them exposure to marketing, sales, engineering and coding all at one time." The list went on to include welders who build welding robots and other skilled trade areas.
Students were excited to see how coding, a skill they learn in the BIS STEAM class, can be used in real world jobs. The teachers also pointed out that often when children hear about robots, they picture robotic people as opposed to just a robotic arm or device. "It was good for them to see what "robotics" in the world of manufacturing really looks like," stated Mrs. Blakesly.
In all, the Yaskawa Motoman field trip was a wonderful experience for this group of 10 year olds. Thinking now about the world of workplace opportunities can only benefit their education moving forward.
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DRIVE 4 UR SCHOOL SUCCESSFUL
 Despite a morning of hard rain, thunder and lightening, the Brookville Athletic Department had a successful fundraising experience Saturday, April 29. In partnership with Beau Townsend and the Ford Motor Company the district held another Drive 4 Ur School event. Approximately 150 individuals attended the event taking a spin in one or two new Ford vehicles. After the lunch hour the weather cleared up and a steady number of drivers were on hand. Through a monetary donation by Ford, the athletic department will collect funds for each post drive survey. While the final tally is not completed we anticipate that roughly $4,000 will be earned from the event. Many thanks to the coaches, parents, staff and students who helped work the event. Also, thanks to all those who came out to drive. Our athletic department benefitted greatly from this event!!
Senior Basketball Player Honored
.....Stewart Named Penn Station Athlete of the Month
In an energetic and fun filled pep rally senior basketball player, Dalton
Stewart was recognized as a Penn Station Athlete of the Month. Dalton had earned the award earlier and Thursday, April 27 WDTN sportscaster Jack Pohl, representatives from radio station HOT102.9 and Penn Station were at the high school to award his trophy. The TV station request that the school host a special event to be played on the air for this recognition. The students of BHS provided a spirited atmosphere with the pep band, cheerleaders and entire student body rallying behind Dalton. The segment will air tomorrow night, May 2, on WDTN Sports. We would like to congratulate Dalton on his honor and thank all of those who made the pep rally a special event.
Tournament Baseball And Softball Games Set
The final week of regular season play is beginning and the baseball and softball teams had their tournament draw on Sunday. Both teams participate in the Division III OHSAA Sectional Tournament. The softball team under the direction of first year coach, Brittany Hunley, will play in the Dayton 1 Sectional. They entered the tournament draw with a 7-6 record and will host Waynesville 7-7 on Monday, May 8 at 5pm.
The baseball team will participate in the Dayton 2 Sectional under the direction of second year coach Scott Broerman. They entered the draw with a 5-12 record and will play Preble Shawnee 7-11 at home. That game will also be played Monday, May 8 at 5pm.
These are sectional tournament games and therefore SWBL and Brookville Sport passes WILL NOT be accepted. Admission, set by the OHSAA, will be $5 for all attendees school age and above.
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May 1st Means Flag Raising
Elementary School Continues the Tradition ...
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Here is a story we never tire of reporting. The multitude of alumni out there will be glad to hear that decades later the annual May 1, Flag Raising still takes place. This year was a little wet because of rain and the ceremony was somewhat adjusted. Despite the dampness, 3rd grade safety patrol member Erin Moler stepped to the flagpole surrounded by VFW members and proudly raised the American Flag. We appreciate the Brookville VFW Post 3288 for seeing this event come to fruition each and every year. Post 3288 has long been great supporters of our school district and the children of Brookville. Thank you to Erin and all the safety patrol members who played a role in this years activity. You can see some pictures of the Flag Raising
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Odds and Ends that are Good to Know
Here are a few important informational items from the school district:
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Sports Passes:
Due to the overwhelming popularity of the sale, the Brookville Athletic Department will be having a May Madness Pre (Pre-sale) sports pass sale for the 2017-18 season. They will be on sale beginning Monday, May 1st -Friday, May 12
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ONLY
. These prices will be for this time frame only and provide you with a savings of $50 per family pass and $10 per single adult/student pass. The May Madness prices are as follows:
Family Pass $175.00
Adult Pass $75.00
Student Pass $65.00
If you have any questions, please contact the athletic office at 833-6761.
Staff Appreciation:
Monday, May 1st is School Bus Driver Appreciation  Day and Tuesday, May 2 is Teacher Appreciation Day. So in an effort to recognize all the staff of our school system in appreciation for their work, we simply make this STAFF APPRECIATION WEEK. During this week we attempt to make sure all of our staff understand how much they are appreciated for their effort to support the children of our community. Looking for a way to show a school employee your appreciation? Try a handwritten heartfelt thank you note. Sometimes just saying thanks goes a long way!
 Graduation:
It is hard to believe that Commencement Exercises are just around the corner. It is time to begin making plans for the upcoming 2017 Graduation Ceremonies. If you want to block this time out on your monthly calendar, BHS will hold graduation Saturday, May 27, at the Salem Church of God at 10am. The church is located at 6500 Southway Rd., Clayton, Ohio.
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We would like to introduce you to Mrs. Anne Hines, Intervention Specialist. The Staff Spotlight is a regular feature in the Blue Connector and is designed to assist you in getting to know our teachers and staff. Please take a moment to learn a little bit about Mrs. Hines.
Where is your hometown?
I was born and raised in Lewisburg, Ohio
Where do you live now?
My family and I live in Lewisburg
How many years of teaching experience do you have?
I have been teaching for 16 years. My first two years, I taught in Irmo, South Carolina.
How many years have you worked at Brookville?
I have been teaching in Brookville for 14 years. I was at Westbrook Elementary for 2 years and moved over to the Intermediate School when it was built.
What is your position in the school district?
I am an Intervention Specialist for students in the fifth grade.
Tell us about your family and hobbies outside of teaching?
I am married to John and we have 2 children. Our son Johnny is five and will be in Kindergarten next year. Our daughter Peyton is three and will start preschool in the Fall. We have an almost one year old Labradoodle named Davis. I enjoy spending time with my family, grilling out, reading, watching UNC basketball and relaxing at the beach.
What is your favorite thing about working in Brookville?
I love teaching in Brookville! I love the kids, the support of the community and the way the entire staff work together to help all children be successful. Brookville has an excellent school system with some pretty amazing teachers!
How do you spend June and July?
June and July are spent outdoors! I spend most days on walks and playing outside with my children. We enjoy visiting local parks, attending Dragons and Reds games and swimming. As a family, we always take a beach vacation. This year we are headed to the Outer Banks for a week. We also plan to spend a couple days in Indy to visit the Indianapolis Zoo and the Children's Museum. Summer is also a time where I can catch up on reading for pure enjoyment!
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Brookville Schools are proud of our series "Where Are They Now", which features profiles of past Brookville High School graduates. These graduates have responded to brief questions concerning their education or training after high school, their current occupation and their words of wisdom to the students in our buildings.
Our current profile is of Nikki (Richardson) Rose, a 2006 graduate. Please take a moment to view this latest profile
here. You can also view our past profiles on our
website.
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 Sydney Carnes - BHS senior Sydney Carnes received the Franklin B. Walter Scholarship. One representative was selected from the graduating class of each Montgomery County high school. A portion of the application was writing an essay about a teacher of influence. Sydney wrote on Mr. Jeff Davidson, her high school science teacher. The award was based on academics, citizenship and work ethic. She earned a $1,000 scholarship and Mr. Davidson was awarded $500 for supplies in his science room. Sydney will attend Miami University in the Fall to pursue a career in neurology.
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Dylan Hensley - A BHS senior, Dylan recently received the Anthony Munoz  Foundations Straight "A" Scholarship. Munoz honors and awards scholarships to 18 finalists for their Academic achievement, Athletic achievement, Actively serving in the community, possessing a strong Ambition, having a winning Attitude and ability to overcome Adversity. A very moving awards ceremony was hosted by Jeff Ruby's Steakhouse. The 18 winners are from the tri-state area. Dylan received a $2,000 scholarship. He will attend Toledo University in the Fall. Congratulations Dylan!! You can see the pictures, names of this years recipients and read Dylan's essay in the program from the awards ceremony by going here:
http://www.munozfoundation.org/default.asp?contentid=18
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 Monica Impson - Monica, also a BHS senior, recently won the Voice of Democracy speech contest. This contest is held through the Veterans of Foreign Wars. It was established in 1947 to provide high school students with the opportunity to express themselves in regards to a democratic and patriotic-themed essay. Monica's essay was on "What is my Responsibility as an American" and she was awarded a $200 scholarship. Monica will be attending Wright State University in the Fall. As a side note she has been asked to be a keynote speaker this Saturday by the Brookville Pink Ladies and Pink Ribbon Girls at the first annual Tea with the Girls event. Congratulations Monica!! You can read Monica's essay here.
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