Week of Feb. 26 - March 4, 2016
 
      

Brookwood Theater presents Charlotte's Web this weekend on Friday and Saturday nights.  The cast and crew will have also performed twice on Friday during the school day, entertaining approximately 1,000 area grade schoolers. 
Academics and Administration

Progress Reports and Academic Intervention 
On Friday, Feb. 26, teachers will distribute progress reports. Students failing two (2) or more classes on the progress report are REQUIRED to attend Academic Intervention in the Gold Gym during extended lunch periods, beginning Thursday, March 3. Students will not receive individual notices and must also check the eClass course page on Monday, Feb. 29, for details.

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. See details.

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

Juniors: Check the latest bulletin just for you.

Prom Tickets and Pictures
NEW: Students may pre-order Magic Moments prom pictures online at MyPaymentsPlus listed under "School Events," where prom tickets are also sold.

SAT/ACT  INFORMATION

Kaplan Test Prep Cram Sessions
The free online  sessions start Saturday, Feb. 27. These are intensive, 60- and 90-minute online classes taught by Kaplan instructors. Space is limited. Sign up at www.kaptest.com/freecram.  

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

Total Leaning Concepts - Free Practice Tests
March 7 and March 16: Includes detailed results and a consultation. Call (770) 381-5958 or email.

Cornerstone Academic - Free Practice Tests
March 19 at select county schools. Register online or call (404) 919-7227.

SENIOR CLASS INFORMATION

Optional Cap and Gown Photos
March 15 and 29, Magic Moments will return to Brookwood to take OPTIONAL cap and gown photos. Seniors must sign up in B27 to secure a time slot.

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

Scholarships and News: Check the Senior Bulletin and Scholarships list for updates. 

Upcoming College Rep Visits to BHS
Obtain a pass from Counseling prior to visit day:
 - Georgia Gwinnett College, March 2, 3rd period
 - Univ. of New Orleans, March 10, 2nd period

"College-Bound Broncos" Wall 
Add your name and college or military branch to the clipboard in A36 to 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

Theatre
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Friday and Saturday, Feb. 26-27, at 7 p.m. in the Theater. BHS presents Charlotte's Web for the entire family. Tickets will be $10 at the door, $5 for children, age 5 and younger. 

Orchestra 
March 3-5, All-State Orchestra in Athens.

Brookwood Colorguard Auditions
Stop by the band room in F101 to pick up a packet. Auditions will be in The Commons on March 14 -18, 4:30 - 6:30 p.m. No previous experience needed.
 
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Big Board Challenge Event*
Connect to Brookwood

Blood Drive at Brookwood
Monday, Feb. 29, 3:45-7:45 p.m. in The Commons. Walk in or sign up online at www.redcrossblood.org. All donors will receive a free T-shirt. This drive is sponsored by our BHS Beta Club.
Mr. Brookwood Contest *
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 at the door.

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. See the list of companies.

*Big Board Challenge Event*
Athletics

Baseball
Feb. 27, 4 p.m. vs Mill Creek @ Cool Ray Stadium
Feb. 29, 5:55 p.m. vs Loganville
March 4, 6 p.m. vs Etowah

Golf
Feb. 27, 9 a.m. Boys vs Coal Mnt @ Hampton Village, 
9 a.m. Girls in Buford Inv @ Chicopee Woods
March 5, 9 a.m. Boys in Gwin Open @ Chateau Elan, 12 p.m. Girls Bronco Invtl. @ Summitt Chase

Lacrosse
March 2, 6:30 p.m. Girls vs North Gwinnett
March 4, 7 p.m. Boys vs North Gwinnett
March 5, 12:30 p.m. Girls @ Alpharetta
 
Soccer
*March 1, Girls: 5:30 p.m., Boys: 7:30 p.m. vs Grayson 
March 4, Girls: 5:30 p.m., Boys: 7:30 p.m. @ So. Gwinnett

Tennis
March 2, 3:30 p.m. @ Grayson
March 4-5, Blue Angel Southern Invtl. (Pensacola, FL)

Track & Field
Feb. 27, 9 a.m. Archer Invitational @ Archer 
March 5, 9 a.m. Eagle Icebreaker (Away)

*Big Board Challenge Event
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Clubs and Organizations

Fencing
Saturday and Sunday, Feb. 27 and 28, 9 a.m. - 3 p.m. BHS will host the League Championship in the Gold Gym. Admission is free and spectators are welcome all day to watch our 30 fencers compete against other teams. Epee fences on Saturday; saber fences on Sunday morning; and foil on Sunday around 11 a.m.

Key Club 
Monday Feb. 29. 2:20 p.m. in the Maroon Gym Lobby. Bring a poster board with you!

Ultimate Frisbee Team
March 5-6, Deep Freeze Tourn. @ Chattanooga, TN


Brookwood eSports
Saturday, March 5, compete with other BHS students online in the League of Legends tournament.  Sign up here. This new club has 120 members and welcomes more to join to play a wide variety of online games.

The Fellowship of Christian Athletes (FCA) 
Wednesday, March 2, 6:30-7:10 a.m. in The Lodge across from the old field house. Meetings will be on the first and third Wednesday each month. 

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

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

Philanthropy Highlight



We're offering an easy way to donate online through your MyPaymentsPlus account.  Located at the bottom menu item "School Fundraisers," we welcome donations as little as a dollar. Stay tuned for more Relay for Life events this spring, including one of our baseball games and a Sadie Hawkins dance.