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Senior Chapel

May 15, 2014

Our Seniors’ last chapel was held on Wednesday of this week. Students shared advice to younger classmates and reflected on teachers and people they were most thankful for. It was so encouraging to hear how teachers and friends had impacted these seniors, as well as how our other students can take advantage of all that […]

Hello, Dolly! – A Dramatic Finale

May 15, 2014

From the desk of Glenn Ballard, Director of Fine Arts: In January we said “Hello, Dolly!” as 26 students began our preparation for the 14th annual spring musical, and now it’s time to bid our show a fond farewell and say “So long, dearie!” I am so proud of the work my kids have done […]

Third Graders Lend a Helping Hand at the SPCA Adoption Center

May 15, 2014

  The third grade mission project exemplified the verse found in 1 John 3:18 (New King James Version) which says, “My little children, let us not love in word or in tongue, but in deed and in truth. Our Brook Hill third graders demonstrated their love for homeless shelter dogs by taking action in several ways.  Students spent Wednesday afternoon working […]

First Grade Service Project – Update

May 15, 2014

Last week we wrote about how our first graders showed their big hearts when they collected toys for the Pauline Allen Gill Outpatient Unit at Children’s Medical Center. This center treats over 100 children patients daily. After completing a procedure, children receive a toy or prize as a way to comfort the young patients. We […]

Lower School Chapel Service Features Fourth and Fifth Grade Students

May 15, 2014

The Lower School Chapel  featured selections from the recent” Spring Program Spectacular” performance.  Singing, dancing, playing Ukuleles, handbells and even brooms made for quite a spectacular performance for praising God. Program was directed by Mr. Kevin Pierce.    

Fine Arts Banquet

May 15, 2014

Tuesday night we held a banquet in honor of our Fine Arts students.  Families dined in elegance and we remembered what an incredible year we had in the arts. Our students provided quality entertainment for us as well. Students were honored for their talents, determination, growth, and character in their art, encouraging them to keep creating!

Athletic Gala

May 14, 2014

Our Athletic Gala was a special evening where we honored our student athletes. Students were recognized for their participation and honors in sports and awarded for excellence in those areas – especially those teams and individuals who won state championships this year. We were honored to have two special guests: Congressman Louie Gohmert and Sports Director for […]

4th Grade Animal Projects

May 14, 2014

Fourth graders are studying animals and their behaviors in science.  Each student was assigned an animal which they researched in the library.  Students were tasked to find out the habitat, animal group, diet, predators, adaptations and consequences if their animal suddenly became extinct.  The information was creatively displayed on a legal sized folder.  Then, the students made a […]

A New Chapter in Brook Hill Boys Basketball

May 14, 2014

Brook Hill Athletic Director and Head Boys Basketball Coach Wally Dawkins is stepping down as Boys Head Basketball Coach at Brook Hill after 6 seasons. Dawkins will remain as Athletic Director and Development Department Assistant. Dawkins who has been a Head Coach for 33 years, has compiled 689 career wins. In his six years at […]

Celebration Station

May 12, 2014

Last weekend, our boarding community went to Celebration Station in the Dallas area to celebrate the ending of our school year. Students played games, raced go-carts, played laser tag,  enjoyed food, lemonade, coke, and just spending time together.     

6th Grade Visits Fossil Rim

May 12, 2014

6th grade went to Fossil Rim and Dinosaur Valley State Park where giraffes were abundant and fun was plentiful! Students saw and fed lots of animals and walked on dinosaur tracks!