Week of Feb. 19-26, 2016
 
      

Friday night's dance marathon sponsored by Brookwood SGA raised $2,000 for Children's Heathcare of  Atlanta, bringing SGA's total so far this year to $11,360.82 for CHOA. 
Academics and Administration
Dual Enrollment Parent Meeting
Monday, Feb. 22, 7 p.m. in The Commons. Interested in dual enrollment for Summer or Fall 2016? Attend the meeting and see our Dual Enrollment page.  

Register for AP Exams by March 8. 
Visit MyPaymentsPlus to pay the one-time, non-refundable $10 registration fee. The first exam is free; each additional exam is $92. 

Studying Abroad in College Info Session
March 5, 1 p.m. in BHS Theater. Emerson College's Dr. Anthony Pinder will provide expert advice on college study abroad programs. See details.

Openings on our PTSA Executive Board
Interested in getting involved? Email Patricia Encardes at encardes5@bellsouth.net by March 1.

Monday Math Tutoring (FREE)
On most Mondays after school in B30, BHS Math Honor Society provides tutoring at all levels.

Maxwell School of Technology Open House
Open House at Maxwell will be Feb. 25, 5-7 p.m. 

Juniors: Check the latest bulletin just for you.

SAT/ACT  INFORMATION

Brookwood Community School SAT Prep 
Sign up for the 6-session course led by teachers Mr. Kling and Mr. Michael. See this flyer for details.

Cornerstone Academic is offering free practice tests for the new SAT on March 19 at select county schools. Register online or call (404) 919-7227.

Total Learning Concepts is offering SAT and ACT practice tests on Feb. 23. A $40 fee (refundable toward TLC services) includes detailed results and a consultation. Call (770)381-5958 or email.

SENIOR CLASS INFORMATION

Want Prime Graduation Seats and Parking? 
Visit this link to bid in the online auction. 

Scholarships and News: See the updated Senior Bulletin and Scholarship list. 

Upcoming College Rep Visits to BHS
Obtain a pass from Counseling prior to visit day:
 - Georgia State University Summer Success Academy, Feb. 23, 3rd period
 - Georgia Gwinnett College, March 2, 3rd period

"College-Bound Broncos" Wall 
Add your name and college or military branch to the clipboard in A36 tp be included on the boards. 

ADDITIONAL ANNOUNCEMENTS

On-Campus Parking for 2016-2017 
If you park on campus this year, you may pick up a parking application AFTER spring break in A36. Otherwise, parking applications will be distributed during parking classes. See the class schedule.

Performing and Fine Arts

Orchestra






Friday and Saturday, Feb. 19-20, at Grayson High School. All BHS orchestras will participate in the Large Group Performance Evaluation. Performances are free and open to the public. 
Friday
4:45 p.m. Symphony Orchestra
8:15 p.m. Philharmonic Orchestra
Saturday
1 p.m. Maroon & Gold Orchestra
4 p.m. Concert Strings Orchestra
6 p.m. Symphonic Strings Orchestra

Theatre
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Thursday-Saturday, Feb. 25-27, at 7 p.m. in the Theater. BHS presents Charlotte's Web for the entire family. Tickets will be sold in advance ($7) starting Monday, Feb. 22, in The Commons during lunch and at the door ($10) each show night. Tickets for children, age 5 and younger, will be $5.
 
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Big Board Challenge Event*
Connect to Brookwood

Mr. Brookwood 
Friday, March 4, 7 p.m. in BHS Theater. Brookwood senior boys display their talents and Bronco spirit while raising money for our BHS Dance Department. Contestants are judged on their performance in the opening dance number, talent, formal wear, and Q & A. Tickets will be $10. 

Man Up Workshop 
March 5, 11 a.m., free workshop for Brookwood boys. Afterward, take part in a 3-on-3 basketball challenge ($5/player donation to HHH). Guest speaker: Deonte Bridges. Click links for info.

PTSA's Teen Job Fair
March 14, 7-8:30 p.m. in The Commons. Explore a wide range of businesses. Volunteers will be on hand to help with resumes and job interview tips.
Athletics

Baseball
Feb. 19, 5:30 p.m. @ Collins Hill
Feb. 22, 5:55 p.m.m @ Hillgrove
Feb. 25, 6:30 p.m. vs McEachern 

Golf
Feb. 27, 9 a.m. Boys vs Coal Mnt @ Hampton Village, 
9 a.m. Girls in Buford Inv @ Chicopee Woods

Lacrosse
Feb. 22, 5 p.m. Boys @ Meadowcreek
Feb. 22, 5:30 p.m. Girls @ Greater Atlanta Christian
Feb. 24, 6:30 p.m. Girls vs Grayson
 
Soccer
Feb. 23, 5:30 p.m. Girls, 7:30 p.m. Boys, vs Lambert

Tennis
Feb. 23, 3:30 p.m. vs Archer, Girls @ BM, Boys @ BHS
Feb. 24, 3:30 p.m. vs North Gwinnett, Girls @ BM, Boys @ North Gwinnett
Feb. 25, 3:30 p.m. @ Berkmar
(BM - Brookwood Manor, MC - Montclair)

Track & Field
Feb. 27, 9 a.m. Archer Invitational @ Archer 

TRYOUTS

Volleyball 2016-17 Tryout Meetings
Students: Mandatory attendance on Wednesday, Feb. 24, at  6:55 a.m. or 2:25 p.m. in the Girls' Weight Rm.
Parents: Wednesday, Feb 24, 6:30 p.m. in the Media Center. Questions? Email or see Coach Welsch.

Clubs and Organizations

Ultimate Frisbee Team
Saturday, Feb. 20, the girls team will scrimmage at Woodward Academy. Sunday, Feb. 21, they are playing a round-robin vs. Paideia at Python Park.

Readers Rally
Tuesday/Thursday, Feb. 23 and 25 at 2:30 p.m. in the Media Center for practice.

Fencing
Feb. 27-28, League Championship at BHS. 

BEST Club (Bringing Extraordinary Students Together)
Friday, Feb. 19, 6:30-8 p.m. It's a dance and the theme is NEON. Meet at the lodge, where we'll have music, dancing, snacks, black lights and glow sticks. RSVP to bhsbestclub@gmail.com.

Spanish Club
Thursday, Feb 25, 2:20 p.m. Meet in A26 to watch a movie and enjoy snacks.

Latin Club/JCL
The State Latin Convention is April 15-17. It is not too late to pay your JCL and convention dues online. 

Writers Club
Tuesday, Feb. 23, after school in A102.

German Club
Wednesday, March 16, after school in A21. Sign up to join in on some Olympic games between the four German speaking countries and make patriotic accessories. 

Philanthropy Highlight


Blood Drive at Brookwood 
Monday, Feb. 29, 3:45-7:45 p.m. in The Commons.
Every pint could save a life! Sign up online or walk in to donate. All participants will receive a free T-shirt. This drive is sponsored by our BHS Beta Club.