Week of Oct. 2-9, 2015 
 

Our Broncos won the Snellville Mayor's Cup and the hearts of many fans last Friday night in the rain.
Academics 

Latin students who take the National Classical Etymology Exam have the opportunity to win an award. Sign up for $4 on MyPaymentsPlus. Students who sign up and are in Junior Classical League will earn points toward an academic letter.

HOBY for Outstanding Sophomores
Oct. 16 is the deadline to apply. BHS may nominate only one sophomore. Visit our Counseling Office.

School perception survey now available 
GCPS wants your input on its annual school perception survey. Log in to the Parent Portal to access the confidential survey through Dec. 11 (more info). 

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Seniors 
PROBE College Fair 
Monday, Oct. 5, 
6-8 p.m. at BHS in The Commons. This is a chance to visit with more than 100 college reps at one location. Don't miss the fall PROBE College Fair at BHS.

Seniors planning to taking the SAT have a few more opportunities to take the current version of the SAT before Jan. 2016. 

Upperclassmen: Check the Senior Bulletin frequently for updates. Also see the list of Scholarships.

College/University Representatives Visit BHS:
 - University of South Carolina, Oct. 5, 3rd Period
 - Mercer University, Oct. 6, 2nd Period
 - Berry College, Oct. 6, 3rd Period
 - University of Tennessee, Oct. 7, 3rd Period
 - Worcester Polytech Institute, Oct. 7, 3rd Period

Performing & Fine Arts

Marching Band Competition
Saturday, Oct. 3, Final competition of the season. Lake Lanier Tournament of Bands in Gainesville, GA.

Orchestra Concerts in The Commons
Oct. 15, 5 p.m. Symphony Orchestra and 5:45 p.m. Philharmonic Orchestra.
Oct. 22, 5 p.m. Maroon & Gold Orchestra, 5:45 p.m. Concert Strings Orchestra, and 6:30 p.m. Symphonic Strings Orchestra.

Theater
Oct 15, 16 and 17 at 7 p.m., Zombie Prom.

Connect to Brookwood

BHS Relay For Life Team
Sign up by Oct. 5 and raise $50 to receive the American Cancer Society's new Relay shirt. Make a $35 contribution through the Luminaria page to receive a limited edition keepsake. See details to register.


Brookwood Community Pep Rally
Thursday, Oct. 29, 5:30-8:30 p.m. See more details about the new tradition: From free games and jumpies to a bonfire and music, the evening will be filled wiht fun for the whole family.

Community Blood Drive at BHS
Wednesday, Oct. 28.  Details about times and scheduling to follow.  Mark your calendar for now.

Brookwood Cluster Knight at Medieval Times
Saturday, Nov. 7, 7:45 p.m. One dollar of every ticket sold will go to the Brookwood Schools Foundation.
Space is limited, so make reservations soon.               

To sign up for BHS text messages: 
PARENTS, text @bwoodtext to 81010.  
STUDENTS, text @bwoodnews to 81010.  
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Athletics 

Football
Oct. 2, 7:30 p.m. @ Shiloh
Oct. 9, 7:30 p.m. HOMECOMING GAME vs Central

Boys' Cross County county trophy and more
Cross Country
Oct. 2-3, FSU Invitational in Tallahassee, FL.

Softball
Oct. 6-8, Region Tournament @ Archer.

Volleyball
Oct. 5, 6:30 p.m. @ BHS. Lady Broncos are 1st seed in the Region Tournament.
Oct. 6 and 8, Region Tourn. continues @ BHS. Check the brackets. 

Competitive Cheerleading
Oct. 3, 10:50 a.m., "Battle at the Hill" @ Collins Hill 

Wrestling Registration 
Tuesday, Oct. 6, 6:30 p.m. in the Theater. Mandatory Parent & Student Meeting and deadline for paperwork.

Basketball Tryouts
Oct. 14, all paperwork is due. All boys and girls interested in trying out, go to www.brookwoodhoops.com to complete an info sheet. 

Clubs

Chick-fil-A every Friday before school! 
Various Brookwood clubs and organizations will be selling biscuits for $3 in The Commons concession stand. Stop by to support local charities and BHS organizations!

Art Club Pumpkin/Wreath Decorating Contest
Tuesday, Oct. 6, 2:20 p.m. Art Club and NAHS students submit their finished pumpkins for internal judging and prizes. Submissions will be displayed in the Media Center for bidding through Oct. 22; proceeds go to HHH.

DECA Club
Wednesday, Oct. 7, 6:45 a.m. in Room B11. Join us for fun and information about upcoming events and activities. Maroon or Gold members get Chic-fil-A. It's not too late to join DECA! See Ms. Merritt in B5.

BEST Club
Tuesday, Oct. 6. Members who did not tie-dye a shirt at the last meeting, this will be the make-up day; stop by E4 for more details. On October 9, wear your shirts and stay after school in E4 for a movie, snacks, and then the Homecoming Parade.

JCL/Latin Club
Thursday, Oct. 8, 2:20 p.m. in C11, members attending the FALL FORUM with JCL must attend a preparatory meeting to discuss transportation, points, contests, etc.

Pegasus - BHS's Literary & Art Magazine
Thursday, Oct. 8, 2:30 p.m. in the Broadcasting Classroom in the Media Center. Need a reminder? Text @pegasusmag to 81010. Anyone can join.

Fitness Tuesday Presented by BHS Dance Dept.
Tuesday, Oct. 6, 2:20 p.m.  Yoga for students. Come dress accordingly.  Admission is free.

Homecoming 

SPIRIT WEEK THEME DAYS
      MONDAY
  'Merica Monday
      TUESDAY
   Tacky Tuesday
      WEDNESDAY
   Character Day
      THURSDAY
   Sports Day
      FRIDAY
   Spirit Day

EVENTS SCHEDULE
Parade - Friday, 4:30 p.m. (Parade Route)
Football Game - Friday, 7:30 p.m. vs Central Gwinnett
Dance - Saturday, 8-11:30 p.m. in The Common