Academics

Students begin extended lunch schedules August 28. On Tuesdays, Thursdays & some Wednesdays, they will not report to guided study. They may spend this time to study in groups, complete homework in designated quiet areas, or soak up some sunshine.

GCPS is hosting a College Fair for Students with Disabilities, October 13, 11:30 a.m.-3:00 p.m. Directions.

This week's issue of the Senior Bulletin. 

12th grade parent night, August 30, 7:00 p.m. in the Theater. 

10th graders will take the PSAT at school on October 17. Register your 9th or 11th grader to take the PSAT online. There is a $15 charge for 9th & 11th grade students. Deadline October 7.
 

Athletics

Cross Country
August 25, 8:00 a.m. (JV) & 9:15 a.m. (Varsity), Stage Races @ River Green XC Complex in Duluth. Directions.

Softball
August 27, 5:30 p.m. @ Lassiter.
August 28, 5:55 p.m. vs Archer @ home.
August 30, 7:00 p.m. @ South Gwinnett. Softball in the news.

Volleyball
August 25, 8:00 a.m.-5:00 p.m. Aloha Bash Tournament @ home. Schedule of play for 14 teams.

Hockey
The hockey club will hold try-outs at the Duluth Ice Forum on Sept. 9. Details. 

Fine Arts

The Bronco Marching Band is highlighted in this GCPS video.  Click on "The Band Plays On" on the right hand side to view it.  The Marching Band will unveil its new show, Latin Nights, at halftime of the Dome Game. 

Connect to Brookwood

R U 4 Brookwood? We need your help. PTSA memberships & donations are down from last year. If you've been meaning to join or donate & haven't done so, please visit www.mypaymentsplus.com. The PTSA helps the school in so many ways. Some projects include the no-cost-to-students agenda book each student receives, the teacher appreciation lunch, breakfast for graduating seniors after graduation practice, student/teacher awards & so much more. The cost for these programs was $26k last year. Membership is only $6. All donations stay AT BROOKWOOD.

The Homecoming Dance is October 20, 8:00-11:30 p.m. in the Commons Area. The theme is "VIBE: a night of lights & sounds."  Tickets will be sold online this year. More.

Yearbooks are now on sale online. Order in August for the best price.

Brookwood offers Driver's Education at least 6 times per year. Info, upcoming dates, & registration. 

Tonight is Brookwood Night @ Coolray Field, as the Gwinnett Braves take on the Syracuse Chiefs. Tailgating, elementary & middle school student parade, amusements & fireworks. Parade is at 6:00 p.m.; game time is 7:05 p.m. The high school drumline & chorus will perform.

First PTSA Meeting & Open House

September 10, 6:45 p.m. Walk your student's schedule, meet your student's teachers, & see presentations on what happens in class.

Brookwood Broadcasting students create a daily informational "loop" of announcements that runs on TVs around the school. You may view it on the school website under "Daily School Announcements."