2022-23 School Theme: 60 Years - A Tradition of Excellence
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Time is flying by and each year is going faster and faster. It feels like the seniors were Middle School students only yesterday! It has been so much fun preparing for the upcoming Spring Concert. Students have embraced the effort, from studying the cultural origins of our music, tying in current events related to the music, analyzing the text, and learning about American Sign Language and other languages. We have had a wonderful time working on the music as an ensemble.
As we approach this final concert of the year and graduation, we can’t help but think of the commitment of our seniors and the encouragement they’ve received. Many members of the Class of 2023 have been in Choir for all four years of Upper School, and many of them began participating in Middle School. Their dedication and talents have helped our program thrive, and they have acted as role models for younger students.
Especially during this time - near the end of the year - we hope students will carry the love of music, and all the arts, forward with them.
~ Mrs. Rebecca Auskings, Choral Director, Musical Theater, and AP Music Theory
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THURSDAY
April 20
5:30 pm
Middle School Art Show
Freedom Hall
7 pm
Upper School and
Middle School
Spring
Instrumental Concert
Freedom Hall
FRIDAY
April 21
11:30 am
Presentation with
Curt Culver
Patriots Hall Gym
5:30 pm
Middle School Art Show
Freedom Hall
7 pm
Upper School and
Middle School
Spring Choir Concert
Freedom Hall
THURSDAY
April 27
8:15 am
Caps & College Bound Assembly
Founders Hall Flagpole
FRIDAY
April 28
Primary School and
Lower School
Presentation Day
12:00 Noon
Primary School and Lower School Dismissal
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Dinner Auction
Downtown Hoedown
Saturday, April 29
6 pm
There's still time to participate in this important and
fun school event.
Co-chairs Rory Foley, Stephanie Rushing, and their team of volunteers have done an impressive job of creating an event that everyone will enjoy.
Thank you to all who have already registered. We're excited to share this celebration with our community. If you haven't signed up, register using the button below.
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Did you miss out on the wine and liquor drop-off
this morning?
Feel free to bring your bottles to Founders Hall anytime!
Bottles valued at $20 and above are preferred.
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VOTE for Tyler Riederer! Tyler won the English Speaking Union (ESU) Chicago Branch Shakespeare Competition for 2023. He advances to compete with the remaining 40 finalists at Lincoln Center in New York City, next week. You can get involved by voting for Tyler for the ESU People's Choice Award. Here's how:
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Click HERE to see Tyler's performance (and watch the other competitors).
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TEXT "NSC7" to 212-818-1200 to vote for Tyler. A confirmation text will indicate that your vote has been received, only one vote per phone number accepted.
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Get your friends and family to vote too! Voting ends Thursday April 20, 11:00 pm CT.
Winners of the People's Choice Award will be announced Monday, April 24 during the ESU National Competition.
Congratulations! Anushka Guru was selected by the Wisconsin Elks to receive a "Most Valuable Student" scholarship in the amount of $1,000.
Congratulations! Monisha Khosla was selected from a group of statewide applicants to receive a $2,500 scholarship from the Engineers Foundation of Wisconsin.
Parent Ambassadors: Brookfield Academy has a number of parents who have volunteered to be Parent Ambassadors, sharing their experiences and speaking with prospective families. If you know someone who is looking for a great school, checking out what these Ambassadors have to say could be a great way to get a conversation going.
Parents: Early Payment Discount! BA offers a discount when the 2023-24 tuition is paid in full by May 1. Log in to your Tuition Management Account through the MyBA portal or contact the Business Office with questions.
Caps and College Bound: On Thursday, April 27, at 8:15 am, Director of College Counseling, Mr. Nick Spaeth, and the seniors who began their BA journey in our earliest levels will join 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 will receive "Class of 2034" caps from the seniors!
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Summer Days 2023: Classes are filling fast. There are great opportunities for students of all levels, including courses for Upper School students. Course offerings include sports, keyboarding, drones, art, a class to improve Latin skills, and more! Check it out HERE.
May Busing Schedule: The all-school May bus schedule is available here.
Bus Registration for the 2023-24 School Year: Families residing within the Elmbrook or Waukesha School Districts are eligible for bus transportation. All bus riding families must register their students for bus service on an annual basis. Bus registration for the 2023-24 school year is available here.
Boy Scout Troop 183 Lock-In Nite and Parent Information Meeting: All boys in Levels 5-9 and their parents are welcome to join us Friday, April 28, at 6:30 pm in the Freedom Hall Cafeteria for a pizza dinner, ice cream sundaes, and snacks. The informational session will begin at 7 pm, and there will be Scouting displays, games, and fun in the gym. Students may stay overnight. For more information, call 262-227-6456.
Student Directory Updates: For the most up-to-date information, please use our online directory in the MyBA portal.
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Congratulations! The following students were recognized in the Concours Oral sponsored by the American Association of Teachers of French. They competed at the regional level and went on to earn State medals in the following categories: Poetry (memorized recitation): Zoe Johnson (gold) and Gaspard Laur (gold); Extemporaneous Conversation: Shikar Sudhaman (gold) and Aidan Canga (gold); Extemporaneous Prose Reading: Marina Matson (gold) and Josh Van Bogart (silver); Reader's Theater: Madison Kob (gold), Bella Ruddock (gold), and Ava Samuel (gold).
Career Exploration Series: This series continues on Monday, April 24, with careers in the Sports Industry. Mrs. Jaime McGaver is currently Assistant Athletic Director-Compliance for Marquette University Athletics. She has held several other positions within Marquette University Athletics and has a JD and Certificate in Sports Law from Marquette University. Sessions run during lunch - Periods 5 and 6. Students who attend should bring their lunches.
Please join us for Upper School and Middle School Music Concerts:
- Instrumental Concert - Thursday, April 20, at 7 pm in Freedom Hall
- Choir Concert - Friday, April 21, at 7 pm in Freedom Hall
Summer Days 2023: Consider one of these great classes this summer! Writing the College Essay, Mythic Realms, Certamen Camp, Drone Zone!, Soccer, Latine Colloquamur!, and Keyboarding. Register today before classes are full!
Upper School Art Show Runs Until April 23: There is still time to see our students' artwork on display at the Brookfield Public Library.
Parents: If your student is interested in traveling to Costa Rica during Spring Break 2024, please attend an informational meeting on Monday, April 24, at 6:30 pm in Room 210 at Patriots Hall. General information about the trip is available in Google Classroom, and your student can share it with you. This trip is only available to Upper School students who are actively enrolled in Spanish 3 or higher during the 2023-24 school year. There are no exceptions to this rule. If you have additional questions or are unable to attend the meeting, please contact Mr. Paul Morse-Caruso.
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Middle School Art Show: Please mark your calendar for Thursday, April 20, and Friday, April 21, to see the work of our Middle School student artists on display. Take some time before or after the Instrumental and Choir Concerts to see these amazing pieces.
Please join us for Middle School and Upper School Music Concerts:
- Instrumental Concert - Thursday, April 20, at 7 pm in Freedom Hall
- Choir Concert - Friday, April 21, at 7 pm in Freedom Hall
Level 6 and Level 7 students will make course selections for the 2023-24 school year by Friday, May 5, after meeting with teachers in advisory sessions for an overview of the selection process and the languages and electives offered. A course selection form was mailed home for parent/student discussion and signature.
Middle School Level Transitions: Parents are invited to learn more about the level their student is rising into. Please join us!
- Moving from Level 7 to Level 8 - April 20 at 8:30 am in Freedom Hall Library
Middle School Fun Day: Fun Day for Middle School students is coming up on Friday, May 5. Watch for more information.
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Lower School Musical: Congratulations to all the students who participated in the wonderful production of The Grunch. All performances were sold out, and audiences thoroughly enjoyed the show. Thank you to all the parents, faculty, and volunteers who contributed to the success. Click the image for more great photos of the musical.
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Congratulations to students in Levels 4 and 5 on their participation in the Concours Oral for the Lower School. Students winning gold and silver are listed HERE.
Level 5 Parents: Course selections for incoming Level 6 students are due by Friday, May 5. The forms can be returned to the Lower School office or the Middle School office.
Primary School and Lower School Presentation Day is Friday, April 28. Programs will begin with an assembly at 8:15 am in the Primary School and at 9:15 am in the Lower School. All students will be released at noon. Narnia After-Care is open until 5 pm in both Primary and Lower Schools.
Summer Days 2023: Sports are still available for Primary and Lower School students. Entering Level A next year? Considering joining our Discovery Camp. Brookfield Academy's Discover Camp is the perfect blend of enrichment, exploration, and physical activity in a fun, caring, and engaging environment. Morning and afternoon sessions are available. Register today!
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ADVANCEMENT & VOLUNTEER NEWS |
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Dinner Auction
Downtown Hoedown
April 29, 6pm
The countdown is officially on to the Dinner Auction. We hope to see you there! And, if you cannot be there, you can still bid on items. Watch your email next week for Silent Auction registration information.
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We have a wonderful turnout so far, but please sign up BY FRIDAY, April 21, so we can be sure to give you the best party experience.
- Western attire is ok AND expected. Visit El Paso Western Gear in Menomonee Falls, tell them you are from BA, and receive 10% off your purchase.
- Silent Auction will open online April 26!
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Raffle Tickets for the Gold Rush 50/50 Raffle are available to order HERE. Remember...the more tickets sold, the better for BA, and the better for the winner. Proceeds are split 50/50.
And as always THANK YA to all our Hoedown Partners! Each week we will highlight some of our sponsors here:
Saumil and Aparna Shah
Holzhauer, Hewitt, and Barta Orthodondics
The Thometz Family Foundation
Geiger Awards
Associated Bank
Jansen Pressure Washing
CIBM Mortgage
Parkins Plastic Surgery
Seasons Salon
Olive Promotions
Inspire GY Decor
DHL
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Upcoming Events
May 3 - Wednesday morning - Teacher/Staff Appreciation Breakfast
May 4 - Thursday afternoon - Teacher/Staff Appreciation Lunch
Volunteer Information
Teacher Appreciation: Check the links below for more details and sign-up information about the plans for Teacher Appreciation activities in each Division.
Volunteers for breakfast and lunch can also register HERE or contact Mary Ricci to help.
Auction Volunteers needed for a wide variety of tasks leading up to and on the day of the event. See opportunities and register HERE to help!
End-of-Year Events: As the school year winds down, celebrations ramp up and volunteers are needed. Please review new listings on VolunteerHub and consider helping with these fun spring events.
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