At the brook hill upper school, our mission is simple: prepare students for college and for life. We accomplish this through academic rigor, caring faculty, and a nurturing environment that keeps the christian worldview front and center.
The Brook Hill Upper School educates students in grades 9-12. There are many options for high school in Tyler, Texas and the surrounding area, but our small class sizes, focused on individual needs to prepare students for college, sets our private school apart. More importantly, Brook Hill is a Christian school, and our Christ-centered environment helps students find their identity in Christ and discover the gifts and talents God gave them.
The faculty and staff at our upper school work diligently to prepare each student for the next level of their education, leading to success in college and beyond. As a Christian school, we strive to create a culture of genuine love and care. We hope that this trains up our students in a nurturing environment, and that our private school develops students that are prepared, challenged, affirmed, and encouraged in body, mind, and spirit. We see successful and happy students moving onward to excellence and success as we partner with families in the growth and development of their children. We hope that we can partner with your family in this endeavor as well.
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Matthew Beasley
9th Grade – 12th Grade (Upper School) Principal
Since 2004, Matthew has worked as a teacher (Bible & English), department chair, and administrator at various independent and Christian schools in Alabama and Georgia. Most recently he served as the PK-12 Director of Curriculum and Instruction at LaGrange Academy in LaGrange, GA. Before that he was Dean of Students and Dean of Academics at Greater Atlanta Christian School in Norcross, GA. A native of Birmingham, AL, Matthew earned his undergraduate and master’s degrees from Faulkner University and completed his Ed.S. degree in Educational Leadership from Gordon College. Matthew and his wife April have four boys (Jacob ‘28, Liam ‘30, Jonah ‘33, and Hudson ‘35).
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Lennie Kiguru, Senior at The Brook Hill School, Secures Admission to Princeton University
We are proud to announce that one of our seniors, Lennie Kiguru, has been accepted to Princeton University. Kiguru’s acceptance marks a significant milestone in both his academic journey and Brook Hill’s commitment to fostering excellence in our students. Lennie Kiguru’s journey from Brook Hill to Princeton University exemplifies the power of determination and the […]
Welcome Brook Hill’s New Head of School, Braxton Brady
After an extensive search process and much prayer from the entire Brook Hill community, I am pleased to announce that Braxton Brady will join Brook Hill as our new Head of School, effective July 1, 2024.
Introducing Brook Hill’s New Director of Security & Campus Safety
We are excited to announce and introduce our new Director of Security and Campus Safety, Mr. Bobby Herrington. With an impressive background and a strong commitment to the safety of our community, Bobby brings a wealth of experience to his new role at Brook Hill.
Ayotomi Fadase Awarded Full Scholarship to University of Chicago through QuestBridge’s 2023 National College Match
The Brook Hill School is proud to announce that one of its seniors, Ayotomi Fadase, has been awarded a full four-year scholarship to the University of Chicago through the QuestBridge National College Match. Ayotomi Fadase, a boarding student at Brook Hill, is set to commence the next chapter of her academic journey at the prestigious […]
Faculty Highlight: Steve Soldi
Born and raised outside of Boston, Massachusetts, Steve graduated from the College of the Holy Cross in his home state, where he majored in English and discovered his lifetime love for the intersection of Christianity and Literature. Steve completed his graduate studies at the University of Dallas. He took an interdisciplinary degree in the Humanities, combining the pursuit of History, Philosophy, Theology, and Literature.[…]
Alumni Highlight: Drew Shaw ’17
Drew Shaw joined us as a boarding student in 12th grade and graduated from our Upper School in 2017. Drew initially attended the Boston Conservatory, but transferred and finished up his undergraduate at The Juilliard School in New York. He’s currently a Violist in the National Symphony Orchestra of Taiwan and lives in Taipei. Read more to learn about Drew’s experience at Brook Hill and what he’s been up to since graduation!
Gifts of Holiday Cheer Grandparents Highlights
In the spirit of Gifts of Holiday Cheer, we’d like to highlight some of the grandparents who make our community outstanding! To start it off, we’d like you to meet Alvin & Nancy Lowrance! Alvin and Nancy are Emma Miller’s grandparents. Emma is a 5th grader at our Lower School! She LOVES Brook Hill and is involved in Cadet Singers and Stories to Stage Drama Club. We hear that Emma is MOST excited that her new baby sister will join her at Brook Hill…in 5 years!
Alumni Highlight: Heath Dickey
Heath Dickey joined us as a day student in 8th grade and graduated from our Upper School in 2010. Heath attended Georgetown University in Washington, DC where he played Division I Football. He went on to receive his Doctor of Jurisprudence (J.D.) from Texas A&M University School of Law and worked in the Texas Legislature, starting with the 84th Legislative Session and ending with the 87th Legislative Session before he moved back to Tyler, Texas. Read more to learn about Heath’s experience at Brook Hill, what he’s been up to since Graduation, and how he chose to enroll his daughter at Brook Hill too!
Brook Hill Named #1 Private School in Tyler, East Texas for Fifth Year in a Row
We’re thrilled to announce that The Brook Hill School has been recognized as a 2024 Best School in Smith County (Tyler, Texas | East Texas) by Niche for the fifth year in a row! Additionally, Brook Hill has now been named in the Top 20 Best Private K-12 Schools in Texas and Top 50 Christian […]
Students Awarded with Academic Honors from College Board National Recognition Programs
Nine students at The Brook Hill School earned academic honors from the College Board National Recognition Programs. These programs celebrate students’ hard work in high school and showcase their strong academic performance. The academic honors for rural area, Black, Indigenous, and/or Latino students are an opportunity for students to share their strong academic achievements with […]
