Weeks of Nov. 20 - Dec. 4, 2015 
 
      
Bronco Varsity Wrestling went 4-1 at the Dacula Falcons Duals meet, defeating Newnan, Dacula, Habersham and Marietta.  Three of our boys were undefeated, and Varsity placed second overall.  JV Broncos won their level.
We have 63 Broncos on the roster this year; six are ranked at the state level. Come see them hit the mat!
Academics and Administration

Thanksgiving Break is a full week, Nov. 23-27. Students return to school on Monday, Nov. 30. 

GCPS has released its calendars for the 2016-17 and 2017-18 school years.

Tutoring for AP Stat, Calculus and Other Math 
Our Mu Alpha Theta math honor society offers FREE peer tutoring on Mondays at 2:20 p.m. in B-30. Tutors can help with any math class, any level. 

Dual Enrollment for Summer or Fall 2016 
Take the ACT or SAT to prepare for the colleges' admissions requirements. Score reports may take up to a month. When registering for a test, include your dual enrollment college so that scores are sent directly. See this link for colleges and requirements.

Final Exam Care Packages
Download this order form and return it with payment by Friday, Dec. 11, to reserve a package for your favorite Bronco. First semester: $12. Both semesters: $22. 

End of the Semester Withdrawals
Contact Laura Price at 678-639-3479 in Counseling. 

GCPS's online Communique features new articles, calendar each week. Check it frequently.

Free practice tests at C2 Education Snellville
New SAT, current SAT/ACT practice tests on Nov. 14, 16, 18 and 21. Register online or call 770-978-4350.

Please Take the GCPS Perception Survey 
Log in to the Parent Portal through Dec. 11 to access the confidential, annual survey (more info). 

News for Seniors

See the updated Senior Bulletin and more than 100 entries in our Scholarship list. 

GGC is waiving its application fee through Nov. 23. Make a Grizzly Profile and apply at www.ggc.edu.

Performing & Fine Arts


Band Winter Concerts 
Tuesday, Dec. 1, 6:30 p.m., in The Commons, enjoy our Maroon and Gold Band and Concert Band performances.
Thursday, Dec. 3, 6:30 p.m., in The Commons, listen to our Symphonic Band, Jazz Band and Symphonic Winds. 

Theatre Performance - A Christmas Carol
Thursday-Saturday, Dec, 10-12, 7 p.m. in the Theater. 
Opening Night proceeds go the Amanda Riley Foundation. Each night, beginning at 6 p.m., enjoy children's activities for the hour leading up to the show. Photo booth with elves and more, crafts and treats. Tickets $10 at the door, $7 in advance.

Shows and Pageants

December 1-3: 
Pick up an application in The Commons at lunch to be a contestant, escort or emcee. All female students, 9th-12th grade, may apply be a contestant. Escorts must be senior male students; emcees must be seniors. Submit applications by Dec. 3. Visit the PTSA website for details. The pageant is Jan. 30.

BHS Talent Show Auditions are Dec. 2 and 3.
Auditions will be held after school the Wednesday and Thursday we return from Thanksgiving break. Sign up in the Media Center for an audition slot. The show is Jan. 15, sponsored by Pegasus, our literary magazine.

Sign up for the Mr. Brookwood Pageant.
Only senior boys may register. Sign up outside of the Dance Room D6 and see Ms. Ellen for details. The Mr. Brookwood event is Feb. 5.
Athletics

Basketball
Nov. 21, 1 p.m. Girls, 8 p.m. Boys @ Milton 
Nov. 28, 4 p.m. Girls, 5:30 p.m. Boys @ South Cobb
Dec. 1, 6 p.m. Girls, 7:30 p.m. Boys @ Grayson
Dec. 4, 6 p.m. Girls, 7:30 p.m. Boys vs Parkview in the Battle of Five Forks @ HOME
Brookwood Basketball Seniors
Swim & Dive
Nov. 21, SWIM 8:05 a.m. vs No. Gwinnett @ Mt. Park
Nov. 21, DIVE Gwinnett Invitational @ Mt Park 
Dec. 1, vs Westminster (Away)
Dec. 4, Bettie Hudson Dive Inv. @ Mt. Park
Dec. 5, Clody Inv., AM Swim/PM Dive @Mt Park

Wrestling
Nov. 21, 9 a.m. Defense Soap Duals @ Collins Hill
Nov. 25, 9 a.m. Parkview Thanksgiving Duals
Dec. 4-5, 5 pm/9 am Wolverine Classic @ Woodstock

Girls Track and Field Registration
Deadline to sign up is Friday, Dec. 4. Register at www.brookwoodtrack.com; complete all necessary forms. See Coach Swanson in E-33 for details.

Boys Track and Field Registration
Register at the Boys Track and Field website and submit all forms to Coach Kelley in F16 by Jan. 8. 

Tennis Tryouts and Parent Meeting
Boys: Pick up a packet from Coach Doehrman during lunch in The Commons. Girls: See Coach Bowles in E-37 before school. Parent meeting for both teams is Dec. 2 at 6:30 p.m. in The Commons.

Clubs

Key Club
Monday, Nov. 30, 2:20 p.m., Maroon Gym Lobby.

Art Club and NAHS
Tuesday, Dec. 1, 2:20 p.m. in B-17. Annual Edible Art Contest: Over Thanksgiving break, start creating your edible masterpieces and bring them all finished for the December meeting. Anything edible goes!

Educators Rising
Thursday, Dec. 3, 2:20 p.m. in A-22. Make holiday treats, wrap Christmas gifts for teachers, and enjoy some light snacks.

Science Olympiad 
Friday-Sunday, Dec. 4-6, Camp Twin Lakes Retreat

German Club
Saturday, Dec. 5, the club will go to the Christmas Market at the International School of Atlanta. Join us for traditional German food, drinks and activities. Bring cash if you want to buy souvenirs and food.

Ice Hockey Club
Tuesday, Dec. 1, 9:20 p.m. AA vs Peachtree Ridge
Thursday, Dec. 3, 9 p.m. A vs NG/Alpharetta

Connect to Brookwood

Hour of Code at BHS is Monday, Dec. 7.
This event is for students in our area elementary and middle schools. See details.