Week of August 21-28, 2015
 

 Brookwood heads to the Georgia Dome on Saturday to play in the Corky Kell Classic against Mill Creek.  If you haven't purchased an advance ticket, no worries. Tickets will be sold at the door for $17. (Photo credit: David Saliba)
Academics 

Freshmen Parent Orientation Meeting
Monday, Aug. 24, 6:30 - 8 p.m. in The Commons. Learn what a typical day is like for a freshman, how to help your student succeed, and what academic support we offer at Brookwood.

Senior Parent Meeting
Aug. 27, 7 p.m. in The Commons. Join our counselors for a presentation on college applications, scholarships, specialty schools, military entrance tests, financial aid and more. (Seniors and parents planning to use an IEP or 504 accommodation for college, please come early to the Media Center at 6 p.m. for additional information.)

College/University Representatives Visit BHS:
- University of Alabama - Sept. 8, 3rd Period
- Quest Bridge Program - Sept. 8, 4th Period
- University North GA - Sept. 9, 3rd Period

Mark your calendar for Open House, Sept. 14.
Monday, Sept. 14, 6:45 p.m., we will hold our first PTSA meeting and open house, when parents are invited to walk their students' schedules and listen to brief presentations from each of their teachers. 

SAT prep classes offered through the BHS Community School begin Sept 15. Click the blue link or visit Office A3 for the schedule, price and registration form.

Free "College Admissions Process" seminar offered by Total Learning Concepts in Lilburn. Email carol@totallearningconcepts.com or call (770) 381-5958. Choose one date only: Aug. 26 at 6 p.m. or Aug. 30 at 3 p.m. Reservation required. 
 
Campus News 

Childhood Cancer Awareness
is the focus of Brookwood's traditional GOLD OUT games. The first for the school year is next Friday's home football game, Aug. 28. All funds raised through T-shirt sales will benefit the Amanda Riley Foundation and be used 
to better the lives of children battling cancer.  Get one Tuesday - Thursday during school while supplies last!

Buy your yearbook early in order to secure the lowest price this year. Visit Balfour.com before Sept. 1 to purchase one for $70. Prices increase monthly.

The parking lot is full for the school year. Sophomores and juniors should look for info after winter break on how to apply for an on-campus spot during the 2016-2017 school year.

Park-for-a-Day On-Campus Spots
Emergency spots are available for $3 per day and require a 24-hour notice. See Mrs. Campbell in A36 before or after school.

Performing & Fine Arts
  
Marching Band
Sept. 19, 9 a.m. - 4 p.m., Marching Band Gwinnett Exhibition @ Grayson High School

Chorus
Sept. 29, 7 p.m.  Mark you calendar for our fall concert: Music is a Language the Whole World Sings.

Connect to Brookwood

Vendor Applications for Arts & Craft Fair
The 25th Annual Brookwood Tip Off Club Arts & Craft Fair will be Nov. 7.  Vendor applications are due by Sept. 1. Contact our organizers for information. 

Drivers Education Classes offered through the BHS Community School begin Sept. 15. Space is limited. Find information and registration forms online at www.brookwooddriversed.com.

Spring Break 2016 Trip to the Galapagos Islands
Wednesday Aug. 26, 6:30 p.m. in the Media Center. Get information about the spring trip offered to BHS students and their parents. Visit the tour website or email catherine_trouteaud@gwinnett.k12.ga.us. 
 
Athletics 

Football
Aug. 22, 11:45 a.m. Corky Kell Classic vs Mill Creek @ The Dome. This 12-second video will get you hyped!
Aug. 28, 7:30 p.m. GOLD OUT vs Norcross (Home). Buy a $10 T-shirt at school to support the Amanda Riley Foundation. See Campus News section. 

Congratulations to our Girls Cross Country Top 20, seen here at last week's team time trials.
Cross Country
Aug. 22, 9:15 a.m. Stage Races @ Tribble Mill Park 

Softball
Aug. 21, 4 p.m. vs No. Gwinnett, 6 p.m. vs Oconee County (Hawk/Bulldog Invitational @ No. Gwinnett)
Aug. 22, 12 p.m. vs Walnut Grove, 4 p.m. vs Greenbrier (both @ Univ. North GA)
Aug. 24, 5:30 p.m. Tribute for Wade Blackwell. 6 p.m. vs Grayson (Home)
Aug. 25, 5:55 p.m. vs Parkview (Away)
Aug. 27, 7 p.m. vs Shiloh (Home)

Volleyball
Aug. 22, Aloha Bash @ Brookwood (4 games)
Aug. 27, 5 p.m. vs Buford, 6 p.m. vs Mountain View (both @ Buford)

Clubs

Our school board recognized members of BHS's Future Business Leaders of America for winning first place at the national championship in the Business Presentation category this summer. Pictured with Principal Ford and teacher Mr. Davis are sophomores Arsheen Hamirani, Jeremiah Adeola and D'nai Thomas.

Key Club
Monday, Aug. 24, 2:30 p.m., Maroon Gym Lobby. An ice cream social kicks off this year's first meeting. Join this service-oriented club via MyPaymentsPlus. 

Writers Club
Tuesday, Aug. 25, 2:20 p.m. in A102. The club meets regularly on the last Tuesday of each month. Contact Dr. Collins (A102) for more information. Bring your writing. 

Drama Club
Tuesday, Aug. 25, 2:30-3:30 p.m. in the Theater. Discover theater, from stage makeup to improvisation. 

FIDM Fashion Club 
Wednesday, Aug. 26, 2:30 p.m., Room F29. Learn about fashion marketing and costume, clothing or jewelry design. Attend the meeting or contact Ms. Pennell in F29 for information. 

French Club
Thursday, Aug. 27, 2:30 p.m. in A24. Enjoy a picnic, French pastries and outdoor games. Pay annual dues on MyPaymentsPlus.

National Art Honor Society
Thursday, Aug. 27, 6:30-7:30 p.m. in The Commons. 
Induction ceremony to welcome new members and meet Brookwood Art alumni. Alums will share their portfolios and discuss their art careers. Parents and Art Club members are welcome. Refreshments will be served. 

Outdoor Club 
Saturday, Aug. 29, is the club's first event, kayaking down the Broad River. Join the club on MyPaymentsPlus and get info by following on Twitter @bwoodoutdoors or on Remind by texting @bwoodo to 81010.

BHS Roller Hockey
Wednesdays, Aug. 26, 8 p.m. Tryouts at SGAA on Magee Road. Contact hall5459@bellsouth.net.

Beta Club
Friday, Sept. 4, is the deadline to submit applications for new and returning members. Applications are on the Beta Club page of our website. Students must be in 10th grade or higher and have a cumulative GPA of 90.0 or higher. See Ms. Morrison in B35 with questions.