Week of March 4-11, 2016
 
      

Brookwood Girls Track & Field won the Archer Invitational last Saturday and broke five new all-time school records. One highlight: Senior Brianna Isles won the triple jump with a distance that makes her No. 1 in Georgia. 
Academics and Administration

AP Exam Registration Ends Tuesday, March 8
Sign up now on MyPaymentsPlus. If you have already registered, double-check your selection. There are no refunds if a student decides not to take an exam or has registered for the wrong subject. The firm deadline is midnight, March 8.

Studying Abroad in College Info Session
March 5, 1 p.m. in BHS Theater. See details.

Friday, March 11 is a Student/Teacher Holiday.
Enjoy the 3-day weekend!

Latino College and STEM Fair (FREE)
Saturday, March 19, 9 a.m. - 2:30 p.m. at Georgia Tech Student Center. Visit www.gostem.gatech.edu.

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

Sophomores and Juniors
Model Atlanta Regional Commission youth leadership program applications for the 2016-17 school year are open. Study, debate and conduct hands-on activities about regional issues and challenges. Sign up with Mrs. Varzaly in the Counseling Office before March 25.

Juniors: Check the latest bulletin just for you.

Prom Tickets and Pictures
Students may pre-order Magic Moments prom pictures online at MyPaymentsPlus under "School Events."

SAT/ACT  INFORMATION

Brookwood Community School Prep Course
See this flyer for details on the 6-session, after-school course led by BHS teachers.

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:
  - 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 currently park on campus, pick up an application after spring break in A36. Otherwise, obtain one during one of the parking classes. See the class schedule.

Performing and Fine Arts

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

Band Concert in The Commons
Thursday, March 10, 7 p.m. in The Commons. Listen to BHS Symphonic and Symphonic Winds bands.

Empty Bowls Charity Event and Art Show
Tuesday, March 15, Cornerstone facility in downtown Lawrenceville. View artwork, buy a meal of soup and bread, and select a ceramic bowl created by a BHS art student to take home. Event benefits Empty Bowls. 

Brookwood Colorguard Auditions
March 14-18, 4:30 p.m. in The Commons. 

Theater 
March 17-19, 7 p.m. See Radium Girls in BHS Theater.
 
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Big Board Challenge Event*
Connect to Brookwood
Mr. Brookwood Contest and Fundraiser *
Friday, March 4, 7 p.m. in BHS Theater. Brookwood senior boys display their talents at this BHS Dance Department fundraiser. Contestants are judged on their opening dance number performance, talent, formal wear, and Q&A. Buy one ticket for $5 or three for $10.

Man Up Workshop 
Saturday, 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.

Sadie Hawkins Dance Ticket Sales
Tickets will go on sale March 7-23 on MyPaymentsPlus. Tickets are $10 each. Questions? Stop by C32 or B31. The dance will be held on Saturday, March 26.

PTSA's Teen Job Fair
Monday, March 14, 7-8:30 p.m. in The Commons.  See the list of companies.

Annual Taste of Brookwood
Saturday, March 19, 5-8 p.m. Buy tickets for $12 from your favorite band member or get them at the door for $15. For more details, see the website.

*Big Board Challenge Event*
Athletics

Baseball
March 4, 6 p.m. vs Etowah
March 5, 2 p.m. @ Carrollton
March 10, 5:30 p.m. vs Troup
March 11, GOLD OUT vs Norcross to benefit the Amanda Riley Foundation and help fight childhood cancer. Gold Out shirts will be $12 at the game, with all proceeds going to the foundation.

Golf
March 5, 9 a.m. Boys in Gwin Open @ Chateau Elan, 12 p.m. Girls Bronco Invtl. @ Summit Chase
March 7, 3 p.m. vs Grayson @ Summit Chase
March 11, 3:30 p.m. Girls vs St. Pius @ P'tree Golf
March 12, 8 a.m. vs West Hall @ Chateau Elan

Lacrosse
March 4, 7 p.m. Boys vs North Gwinnett
March 5, 12:30 p.m. Girls @ Alpharetta *March 9, 5 p.m. Girls vs Norcross (JV at 7 p.m.)
March 9, 5 p.m. Boys @ Whitewater
 
Soccer
March 4, Girls 5:30 p.m., Boys 7:30 p.m. @ South
March 11, Girls: 5:30 p.m., Boys 7:30 vs Central
March 12 @ Oak Mountain (AL)

Tennis
March 4-5, Blue Angel Southern Invtl. (Pensacola, FL)
March 8, 3:30 p.m. vs South Gwinnett (Boys: BHS, Girls: Brookwood Manor)
March 10, 3:30 p.m. @ Parkview

Track & Field
March 5, 9 a.m. Eagle Icebreaker (Away)
March 12, 10 a.m. Jerry Arnold Challenge (Away)

*Big Board Challenge Event
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Clubs and Organizations

65 FBLA Broncos head to the State Championship.
FBLA - Future Business Leaders of America
March 6-8, Georgia High School State Leadership Conference and Championship @ The Classic Center in Athens. 

Beta Club
March 4-5, Georgia Senior Beta Club Convention @ Atlanta Marriott Marquis

Elementary School Science Olympiad at BHS
Saturday, March 5, 9 a.m. - 2 p.m. Brookwood science teachers and students will host the Elementary School Science Olympiad Competition for the third year. 

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

Brookwood eSports
Saturday, March 5, compete online in the League of Legends tournament.  Sign up here. 

Ice Hockey
Tuesday, March 8, 7 p.m. Brookwood vs Walton in the first round of state playoffs @ Duluth Ice Forum.

Interact Club Sponsors Charity "Escape Room"
After school, March 7-10, the Interact Club will hold Escape Room interactive challenges to benefit Relay for Life. All students may enter. Groups of 2-5 (or a representative from the group) should bring a $20 donation to B32 and sign up for a time. To win, students race against the clock finding clues and solving puzzles that open a final lockbox. Questions? 
Email Mrs. Harris or see her in B32.


Art Club and NAHS 
Tuesday, March 8, 2:20 p.m. in B-17. Mandatory meeting for senior NAHS members working to earn an honor cord and a celebration for all of Youth Art Month. Bring a sculpture made from recycled materials to enter a prize-filled contest.


Outdoor Club
Friday, March 18, caving in Petty Johns Cave. Check the club website for details.

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

Our BOSS Club will be selling shamrocks next week, March 7-11, in The Commons during lunch to benefit the Muscular Dystrophy Association. Donation $1 or $5 to help make a difference. 

Questions? Stop by C33 for more information.