Week of March 11-18, 2016
 
      

Brookwood musicians competed with students throughout Georgia to earn a spot in one of the All-State Orchestras. After two days of rehearsals, the ensembles performed in a concert at The Classic Center in Athens. Pictured are our 10 All-State Orchestra Broncos.  Additionally, Brookwood's band program earned 10 spots and our chorus program earned five to perform in Athens at the All-State level.  
Academics and Administration



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.

Transition Fair for Students with Disabilities 
Saturday, March 26,9 a.m. - 1 p.m. at Peachtree Ridge HS. For students, their parents and educators. See the event flyer for details.

Rising 9th Grade Activities Night
Monday, March 28, 6:30-8 p.m. in The Commons. Eighth graders and their parents are invited to meet BHS team and club representatives and learn about the school's wide range of extracurricular activities.

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 leadership program applications are open. Study, debate and conduct hands-on activities about regional challenges. See Mrs. Varzaly in the Counseling Office before March 25.

Juniors: Check the latest bulletin just for you.

Upcoming College Rep Visits to BHS
Obtain a pass from Counseling at least one day prior to visit day:
 - UC Berkeley, March 14, 2nd period
 - U.S. Navy Recruiter, March 15, Commons/Lunch
 - University of South Alabama, March 22, 2nd period
 - Universal Technical Institute, March 24, 3rd period

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 Test
March 16: Includes detailed results and a consultation. Call (770) 381-5958 or email.

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

ADDITIONAL ANNOUNCEMENTS

Yearbook sales are winding down!
The last date to order is March 31. Visit Balfour.com.

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

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.

Senior Class Announcements

Graduation Fees - Final Chance to Pay in Person
Friday, March 18, Balfour will be here to collect seniors' $100 fees. Beginning April 1, the fee increases to $125 and is payable exclusively online at Balfour.com.

Optional Cap and Gown Photos
March 15 and 29, Magic Moments will take OPTIONAL cap and gown photos. Sign up in B27 for a time slot.

Senior Yard Signs to Celebrate Your Grad
March 14-25, order a personalized sign for $20 anytime during lunch in The Commons. See this flyer for details.

Send in Your Senior Letters
BHS will accept letters by mail or hand-delivery, March 28 to May 6. Read all the details here.
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.

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

Performing and Fine Arts


Theater 
March 17-19, 7 p.m. See Radium Girls in BHS Theater. Read about the inspiring true story behind the play. Tickets: $10 at the door, $7 in advance.

Colorguard Auditions
March 14-18, 4:30 p.m. in The Commons. View the video for what it means to be a colorguard at BHS.

Band
Saturday, March 18, 5 - 8 p.m. Taste of Brookwood in The Commons. Buy tickets from your favorite band member or purchase online for good eats and buys.
Thursday, March 24, BHS Symphonic Band and Symphonic Winds will perform at Duluth High School for their LGPEs (Large Group Performance Evaluation).

Empty Bowls Charity Event and Art Show
NEW DATE: Tuesday, April 12, 6-8 p.m. at Cornerstone in Lawrenceville. Details to follow. 
 
Connect to Brookwood
 

PTSA's Teen Job Fair
Monday, March 14, 7-8:30 p.m. See more info.

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.

* Sadie Hawkins Dance Tickets
Purchase $10 tickets now through March 23 on MyPaymentsPlus under School Fundraisers. The dance will be held on Saturday, March 26, 8-11 p.m.  All proceeds will benefit Relay for Life.

*Big Board Challenge Event*
Athletics

Baseball
March 11, GOLD OUT vs Norcross to benefit the Amanda Riley Foundation with the sale of every Gold Out shirt sold at the game ($12).
March 15, 5:55 p.m. @ Parkview
March 16, 5:55 p.m. vs South Gwinnett
March 18, 6:30 p.m. @ Archer

Golf
March 12, 8 a.m. vs West Hall @ Chateau Elan
March 15, 3:30 p.m. @ Apalachee
March 16, 3 p.m. vs Parkview @ Stone Mtn.
March 19, Boys: 9 a.m. Buford Invtl. @ Bear's Best, Girls: 12 p.m. vs Dalton @ Dalton CC


Lacrosse
March 12, 11 a.m. - 4 p.m. 
JV Tournament with appearances by the Atlanta Blaze Street Team and Stinger the GA Swarm Mascot. BBQ and more. Broncos play PT Ridge at 11 a.m. and Collins Hill at 3 p.m. Click for details.
* March 14, 5 p.m. Boys vs Archer
March 16, 6:30 p.m. Girls @ Mountain View
March 17, 7 p.m. Boys @ Grayson
March 18, 5 p.m. Girls vs Wesleyan School (Home)

Soccer
March 11, Girls: 5:30 p.m., Boys 7:30 vs Central
March 12 @ Oak Mountain (AL)
March 17-19, Regions Border Classic @ Greenbrier

Tennis
March 14, 3:30 p.m. @ Central Gwinnett
March 15, 3:30 p.m. vs Shiloh. Girls: BM, Boys: MC
March 18 and 19, National DecoTurf High School Tennis Championship in Chattanooga, TN
(BM - Brookwood Manor, MC - Montclair)

Track & Field
March 12, 10 a.m. Jerry Arnold Challenge (Away)
March 19, 9 a.m. Flowery Branch Invtl. (Away)

Cheerleading Tryouts
March 16 - Applications, current physical and signed parent forms are due to Coach Amy Bowles in C3 by 2:30 p.m. Click here for the tryout schedule.

*Big Board Challenge Event
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Clubs and Organizations


Math Honor Society
Monday, March 14 is Pi Day. 
(Get it? 3.14) To commemorate this integral day in the world of math, club members are asked to bring in pies after school for their meeting in B33. The club usually meets on the first Monday of each month. 

Ultimate Frisbee Team
March 19-20, Terminus Tournament in Atlanta 

Pegasus Literary and Arts Magazine
Calling all writers and other artists: Submit your poems, prose, art and photography for consideration in Pegasus to brookwoodpegasus@hotmail.com.


Readers Rally
Saturday, March 19, Gwinnett County Championship at Berkmar High School. Our Broncos will be competing for their third straight county title. 


Brookwood Leadership Team (BLT) 
Friday, March 18, during 7th period. Invitations will be sent to students.

Brookwood Executive Board (BXB) 
Thursday, March 17, 2:20 p.m. in A106. If a member cannot attend, please send a representative from your club or organization.

SADD Students Against Destructive Decisions
March 15, 2:30 p.m. in A43. The club meets the third Tuesday of each month. All are welcome.

International Club
Wednesday, March 16, 2:20-4 p.m. Celebrate the Indian culture: enjoy food and get "color bombed" at our 
Holi festival. (Bring an extra set of clothes.)
 
Best Club
Wednesday, March 16, 2:15-3:30 p.m. in the Maroon Gym Lobby. Celebrate St. Patrick's Day with crafts and treats at this month's meeting.

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. 

* Key Club - Teens Helping Teens
March 21-31, BHS Key Club will be collecting a variety of brand-new items for Children's Healthcare of Atlanta's teen patients. Please bring in any new art supplies, nail polishes, books, gift cards, and other items that teens like to a Guided Study classroom. Grade levels will keep track!

* Big Board Challenge Event *
Philanthropy Highlight

Your Pie Night for Gwinnett Special Forces
Thursday, March 17, 3-9 p.m. 
Enjoy a bite on Thursday night at the Your Pie
restaurant at The Shoppes at Webb Gin, and you'll be helping Gwinnett Special Forces, the organization that provides special athletes the opportunity to participate in Special Olympic sporting events throughout the year. A portion of every purchase during 3-9 p.m. will be donated to Gwinnett Special Forces. 



Sponsored by BHS SGA.