2020-21 School Theme: Celebrate Learning Together
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In addition to Spring Break, students and faculty look forward to spring because it is a time when they see the concrete rewards of the hard work they've put in throughout the year. This is particularly apparent for our seniors who are seeing their efforts in academics, sports, extracurriculars, and service pay dividends in the form of college acceptances, scholarships, and awards. This year, Brookfield Academy had 11 students named National Merit Finalists, and all in the running to receive National Merit Scholarships. As Mr. Homan pointed out, it's particularly interesting that all of these students started at BA in Middle School, or earlier.
"I think this is the first time in a while that all of the National Merit Finalists are kids I have taught.
That means we can truly see the impact of a BA education in these students, molded in the lower levels, polished in the Middle School, and really lit with that lamp of learning in the Upper School . . .
I realize that we are giving the gift of Western Civilization and the freedom to become the best individuals they can be. The Five Stars may be misinterpreted and attacked in this world
but they are the most beautiful guiding lights."
~ Mr. Jim Homan, Level 7 History Teacher
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COVID-19 INFORMATION
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Parents, thank you for monitoring students for COVID-19 symptoms and keeping students home if they show any sign of illness.
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Ongoing Updates: In addition to weekly newsletter updates, wellness protocols and other information are available in the MyBA parent portal under the COVID-19 School Updates.
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REMINDER
Spring Break
March 14-27
THURSDAY
MARCH 3
2:00-3:30 pm or
6:30-8:00 pm
Parent Book Discussion
Every Parent's Guide
to Navigating Our
Digital World
SATURDAY
MARCH 5
2-4 pm
Heritage Fair
Freedom Hall Gyms
2 pm and 7 pm
Upper School
Spring Musical:
Revue22
Constitution Hall
SUNDAY
MARCH 6
2 pm
Upper School
Spring Musical:
Revue22
Constitution Hall
WEDNESDAY
MARCH 9
8:15 am
Level 5 - Level 8
Winter Sports Assembly
2:15 pm
Upper School
Winter Sports Assembly
FRIDAY
MARCH 11
5 pm
Essay Competition Deadline
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Welcome to BA! Helena Silva (Level 4) and Henrique Silva (Level 2) and their parents Mr. Omar Zaire Alves da Silva and Mrs. Roberta Moreira Alves da Silva; Quinn Hertler (Level 10) and Caleb Hertler (Level 9) and their parents Mr. Perry and Dr. Melissa Hertler; Shrivatsaa Kannan (Level 9) and parents Mr. Deivaram Kannan and Mrs. Hema Sugantharajan.
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Congratulations! Seniors Jacob Reiner, Vishnu Guda, David Dell'Agnese, and Quinn Kaiser were awarded the Eagle Scout, the highest rank in Scouts USA.
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Revue22 combines the best of Upper School theatre, orchestra, and choir in a fabulous original production! Tickets are available online for shows in Constitution Hall on Saturday, March 5, and Sunday March 6. Join us!
Do you know someone who is looking for more from their school? Encourage them to visit Brookfield Academy and discover the difference. You can also direct them to Mindy Morrissey for Little Knights through Level 5 or Joan Doble for Level 6 through Level 12. We'd be happy to welcome them to our community!
See for Yourself: Even if your child has been at BA for several years, you may have questions about the levels coming up next. We'd be happy to provide a personal tour so you can experience the "new" environment for yourself. If you have a student making a transition, please feel free to contact Joan Doble. She can answer your questions or schedule a visit.
BA Spirit Wear Store - Patriots Hall (cafeteria) - Didn’t get a chance to stop by last week to grab some great BA spirit wear? Here’s your chance!
Store Hours:
Friday, March 4
6:45-8:00 pm
There will be a spirit wear pop-up shop at the Heritage Fair in the Freedom Hall gym on March 5! Please contact Volunteer chair Deena Doherty if you're interested in volunteering at any of the above sales!
Registration is Open for Summer Days 2022: Summer Days will run from June 6-July 29 (closed July 4-8). Check out our 2022 catalog of classes here. General registration begins on March 15, but BA families can register now! Sign-up today before classes fill! Questions, contact Mary Schmidt.
Summer Days Assistants: Current Level 8 and Upper School students: Interested in working as a Summer Days Assistant? Please click here.
Host Families Needed for International Students Brookfield Academy hosts more than a dozen international students each year. In addition to academics, international students and their host families participate in a range of social activities and support each other during the year. If you'd like to learn more or are interested in hosting an international student during the 2022-23 school year, please contact Marian Larkin.
Spring Break is Monday, March 14-Friday, March 25. Classes resume on Monday, March 28!
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BA is playing baseball! The Annual BA boys baseball game at American Family Field is Friday, April 8. Our Blue Knights will play Brookfield East at 5 pm. Please come out to support the team. Enjoy a pre-game tailgate. ALL are invited and there is no admission fee. Watch for more information and let’s fill AmFam Field!
Share-A-Book! Our Service Clubs are holding a school-wide project to put new books into the hands of students and families served by La Casa de Esperanza Charter School and Head Start Program. This is a concrete way for students to share their love of reading with someone else. Inside the front of the book, students should include their first name and a few words about why they chose this book. The libraries in each division will accept books until Friday, April 8, when they will be delivered to La Casa de Esperanza for distribution in time for summer reading. Contact Laura Koepp for more information.
Spring CODA Recital May 7: Please save the date! More details will be available soon.
Student Directory Updates: For the most up-to-date information, please use our online directory in the MyBA portal.
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Scholarships and Awards:
Recently, we announced to all Upper School students that the annual Essay Competition is underway from now until March 11, 2022. All freshman, 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.
Based on available funding and results from the scholarship test, the Scholarship Committee will also begin to make a second round of awards. 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.
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 4.
Upper School Winter Sports Awards Assembly will be Wednesday, March 9 at 2:15 pm.
Sophomore (and Junior) College Presentation: The College Office is pleased to welcome Andre Phillips, Director of Admission and Recruitment at the University of Wisconsin - Madison, as this year's Sophomore College Speaker. He will be visiting BA on Tuesday, March 8. Mr. Phillips will share insights and perspectives with the students in order to best prepare them for success in their college search work. New this year, the junior class will also join the sophomores so as to further bolster their preparation at this important time in their lives.
Course Selection Forms for the 2022-23 school year are due immediately. Extra forms are available in the Upper School office or in the Upper School section of the MyBA portal.
Financial Literacy Workshop-Thursday, March 31, in the Patriots Hall Economics Center from 6-7 pm. The workshop, which will include topics like making personal financial decisions, the art of budgeting, and a panel discussion is open to all Upper School students and high school students from the community. It is free, but registration is required. Click HERE for more information and to register.
Summer Days 2022: In addition to an assortment of engaging enrichment classes for Upper School students, the following for-credit courses will be offered: Geometry, Introduction to Computer Science, and Web Design.
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Band Concert: Lower School students will be joining the Middle School for a band concert on Friday, March 4 in the Freedom Hall South Gym.
Winter Sports Awards for Lower School-Level 5 and Middle School-Levels 6-8 will be presented at assembly on Wednesday, March 9, at 8:15 am.
MS Athletics: Spring sports registration is now available for all Middle School students. Please click this link for information and registration. Registration is open until Friday, March 11.
Celebrating Pi ~ Pi Day, officially March 14, will be celebrated by our Middle School students on Friday, March 11. Students will honor Pi, the famous number that makes the world go "round," with a Pi Digit recitation contest.
The Middle School Social will be Friday, April 1. Save the date! More details to come. If you have questions, please contact Erin Wurtzbacher or Andrea Emling.
Course Selection: Level 8 students will be receiving Upper School Course Request Forms for the 2022-23 school year after Spring Break. Please watch for more information.
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Band Concert: Lower School students will be joining the Middle School for a band concert on Friday, March 4. Students will assemble in the morning and then walk to the Middle School together.
Level 3 Progress Celebration will be held on Tuesday, March 8.
Winter Sports Awards for Lower School-Level 5 and Middle School-Levels 6-8 will be presented at assembly on Wednesday, March 9, at 8:15 am.
Lower School Athletics: Spring sports registration is now available for Level 5 boys and girls. Please click this link for information and registration. Registration is open until Friday, March 11.
Level 5 Parents: In the afternoon on Friday, April 8, Level 5 students will visit Freedom Hall for tours and a Buddy Activity with students in Level 7. They will be back at Liberty Hall in time for regular pick-up.
Boys and Girls, BA Pack 183 is Back! It's not too late for girls and boys in Levels 1-5 to join the fun. We are now forming dens at each grade level. Pick-up an application and information sheet at the office in Constitution Hall or Liberty Hall, and you will get a Pinewood Derby car to build over Spring Break. You can race your car at the first Pack Meeting on Saturday, April 2, in the Freedom Hall Gym. Call or text David Dell'Agnese at 262-227-6456 or email [email protected].
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ADVANCEMENT & VOLUNTEER NEWS |
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Dinner Auction
Luau Under the Stars
April 30, 6pm
Invitations coming soon! Your personal invite to the Luau Under the Stars will be put in the mail next week! We hope you will be able to join us for this awesome evening of tropical fun. The auction committee even has a few tricks up their sleeve to make the evening even more special.
In the meantime - join in the fun by supporting BA by purchasing a few Tickets to Paradise for someone special on campus. Click here to purchase your tickets.
And, don’t forget about the 50/50 Tropical Treasure Raffle. The more tickets you buy, the more you can win! You can pre-order your tickets here, send in a check with an order form, or purchase tickets from the Advancement Office. Good Luck!
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Upcoming Events
- March 5, 2-4 pm: Heritage Fair
- April 14, 9-11:30 am: Grandparents Day (Volunteer Chairs Needed)
- April 30, 6 pm: Dinner Auction
- May 11 - Morning: Teacher Appreciation Breakfast (Volunteer Chairs Needed)
- May 12 - Afternoon: Teacher Appreciation Lunch (Volunteer Chairs Needed)
Volunteer Information
Heritage Fair - Saturday, March 5, 2022,
2-4 pm in the Freedom Hall Gyms. Experience the world through cultural booths and performances. REGISTER HERE!
Grandparents Day: April 14, 9-11:30 am Volunteers are needed in each division to welcome and direct visitors from 8:45-11:45 am. Golf Cart drivers are also needed to transport Grandparents to various locations on campus (8:15 cart decoration outside Founders Hall, if interested). Register through VolunteerHub or contact Mary Ricci with questions.
Teacher Appreciation: Wednesday, May 11 (breakfast), and Thursday, May 12 (lunch)
This special event is back! We can show our appreciation and gratitude to our BA teachers and staff. Please contact Mary Ricci if you can chair/co-chair this event for your division. Help is needed coordinating the food list, drop-offs, and decorations.
Level Socials: Interested in planning or hosting an event for your child’s level or division? Please contact Mary Ricci for more information.
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Thank you so much for supporting Brookfield Academy and our Mission! Volunteers like you genuinely change the world, and we are forever grateful.
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