Congratulations! Tyler Riederer was selected by a panel of judges as the winner of the Chicago Branch of the National Shakespeare Competition. He will go on to compete with 60 finalists from across the United States at Lincoln Center in New York City in April.



Congratulations! Krish Sharma was selected as a finalist in the statewide Junior Achievement Young Entrepreneur Live Competition. On Wednesday, February 22, at 3:30 pm, he'll be competing against three other students presenting their business ideas to a panel of local celebrity judges. Our BA community can help by using this LINK to register to attend the Zoom presentation and then voting for Krish for the Viewer's Choice Award.

Congratulations BA Athletes! The coed ski team had a remarkable regular season with both the boys and girls teams qualifying for the State ski championships. Congratulations and best of luck to our individual qualifiers: William Morgan, Kamron Kaiser, Brynn Jeide, Meghan Jeide, Cossette Holley, and Marilee Nygro. Our qualifiers will race on Sunday and Monday in La Crosse.

Our boys swim team looks to make history on Friday evening at Waukesha South in the WIAA Division 2 State Championships. Individual qualifiers include Niall Parkins in the 100 backstroke and Adrian Bellido in the 50 freestyle and 100 fly. BA also qualified two relay teams for the first time in school history: 200 medley and 200 freestyle. Relay competitors include: Adrian Bellido, Niall Parkins, Rishi Guntur, and Andrew Li. 

Electronic tickets purchased in advance will be required to attend this event starting at 5:30 pm (the link says 1:30 pm because of diving prior to the swimming part of the meet). Here is the link to purchase tickets.

Tuition deposits are due TODAY! Secure a spot for your student(s) for the 2023-24 school year by submitting your deposit, along with the enrollment commitment online through the MyBA portal. Space is guaranteed in class for all students whose deposits are received today, February 15. Please contact Joan Doble in Admissions or email [email protected] if you have questions.

Bring a friend to BA! If you know someone who is interested in sending their students to BA, please invite them to our Open House on Wednesday, March 1, from 4-6 pm. The new, BA After Hours, format will give students an opportunity to experience the BA community, teachers, and students through a range of engaging and fun activities.

All-School Parent Presentations 2023: Join us for the final presentation in The Classical Heritage Series:

• Friday, February 24, 8:30 am, featuring Dr. Angel Parham, Senior Fellow at the Institute for Advanced Studies in Culture at the University of Virginia.

More information on these presentations can be found HERE. Contact Linda Pryor to RSVP.

Upper School Musical - Cinderella: Upper School Theatre students will present Cinderella at the Hamilton Fine Arts Center (W220 N6151 Town Line Road, Sussex) on Friday, February 24, at 7 pm; on Saturday, February 25, at 2 pm and 7 pm; and on Sunday, February 26, at 2 pm. Tickets are available HERE. We hope you can join us!

Yearbook Order Deadline - The deadline for ordering yearbooks is Sunday, February 26, and the cost is $75. Visit jostens.com to place your order if you haven't done so already.

Summer Days 2023: The Summer Days 2023 catalog was sent home last week and is available online. Registration opened TODAY for BA families. Get the classes you want before registration opens to the general public on Wednesday, March 1.

Student Directory Updates: For the most up-to-date information, please use our online directory in the MyBA portal.

Congratulations! Two students earned additional awards in celebration of their achievements in the 2023 Scholastic Art Awards: Wisconsin Exhibition at the Milwaukee Art Museum. Mira Santo-Tomas received the Wisconsin Art Education Association Award, which includes a $250 cash award.

A fashion piece by Ava Denman was selected to receive the Sycamore Award - Offered by Sue and Ray Kehm and a $100 cash award.

Patriots Heritage Society Wine & Bourbon Tasting - Saturday, February 18 at 7 pm: The Patriots Heritage Society will be hosting its annual Wine & Bourbon Tasting in the Patriots Hall Library. Parents of juniors and seniors - this event is for you! Come celebrate Patriots Hall with alumni parents from the Classes of 2010-2022. Register HERE to enjoy the wine and bourbon tasting, mocktails, and hors d’oeuvres! If you have any questions or have an interest in becoming a member of the Patriots Heritage Society, please contact Susan Jeide in the Advancement Office.

Thank you to BA family-owned businesses for sponsoring: The Explorium Brewpub, Vino Veritas Artisan Wines, and Hometown Sausage Kitchen.

Thank you to the committee members - Matt & Susan Jeide, Jason & Heather Smith, Scott & Lisa Stowell,Wil & Meagan Lombardi, Joel & Noelle Przybilla, Mary Mitchell, and Joel & Donna Nettesheim. 

Scholarships and Awards: Recently, we announced to all Upper School students that the annual Essay Competition is underway from now until the deadline on March 27, 2023. All freshmen, sophomore, and junior students are eligible to submit essays. As mentioned, some of the funds will help with tuition; other funds will support service projects, adventures, and field hockey camps. You are encouraged to ask your son or daughter to participate in this competition. Additionally, specific departments are selecting recipients for their awards. Recipients of scholarships and awards will be announced in early April. If you have questions, please contact Dr. Pesch.

Career Exploration Series: Monday, February 20, during periods 5 and 6, students can come to the College Room to meet our speaker, Mr. Paul Dieck, and learn about a career in engineering. Students should bring their lunch.

College Admission Speaker: The College Office is pleased to welcome Mary Beth Petrie, Vice President for Enrollment Management at DePauw University, as this year's College Admission Speaker. She will be visiting BA on Thursday, March 2. Mrs. Petrie will share insights and perspectives with the students in order to best prepare them for success in their college search work.

US Athletics: Our spring sports registration is now available for all Upper School students. If your child did not sign up at the in-person meeting with their respective spring coach, please click this link for information and registration. Registration is open until Friday, March 3.

Congratulations! The Level 8 boys gold and Level 8 girls basketball teams have both received an invitation to play in The Padre Serra Tournament at St. Thomas More. Schedules and more details will be coming soon. You can follow the tournament using this link. For these and more great photos of all student athletes playing winter sports, click the photos above or visit: frophoto.com/bawintersports2223.

Spring Sports Registration is Now OPEN: This is the last week to register for MS spring sports. Please click this LINK to register your child for a spring sport. All pertinent information for each sport can be found within the registration link.

Advisor Conferences: Please take a moment to schedule your child's advisor conference. At this conference, you will meet one-on-one with the student and his or her advisor. Each conference is 20 minutes in length. During this time, students make a brief presentation of achievements and goals to the advisor and parents. Conference times are still available on Thursday, February 16, in Freedom Hall. Please contact Mrs. Monica Ostdick to schedule.

The Middle School Social is Friday, February 17, from 7-9 pm.

Pioneer Day was a HUGE Success for Level 3! Students began the day with a recitation and a song at assembly; and then, throughout the rest of the day, had opportunities to make and taste their own butter, sample other "new" foods, and play games from the time period.

Primary School and Lower School review and exams continue through Friday, February 17.

Level 5 Egypt Day is this Friday, February 17.

Spring Enrichment Classes: There is still some availability for the following LS Enrichment Classes: Math Challenge, Spanish, and Spy Academy. If your child is interested, register now to secure your spot!

Spring Sports Registration is Now OPEN: This is the last week to register for Level 5 spring sports. Please click this LINK to register your child for a spring sport. All pertinent information for each sport can be found within the registration link.

Term 2 Report Cards will go home on Monday, February 27.

Primary School and Lower School Art Gallery Night: Please join us on Thursday, March 2, from 4-6pm in Constitution Hall for Gallery Night. Student artwork will be displayed throughout the building for all to enjoy.

Girl Scout Cookie Sale: On Saturday, March 4, from 3:00-5:30 pm, the Level 4 and Level 5 Girl Scouts will be hosting a drive-through cookie sale at Liberty Hall parking/drop off loop. Cookies are $5 per box and are available for purchase or to donate.