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Oil Derricks

November 20, 2013

Fifth graders were given the challenge to build a model of an oil derrick using 8 marshmallows, 6 linguine, and 16 pieces of spaghetti.  Derricks had to stand for at least 30 seconds to qualify as a winner.  Derricks were then measured for height.  The winning derricks were made by William Roberts and Clay Kelly […]

Moon Craters

November 20, 2013

Third graders are learning about the moon.  In lab this week, craters were made by dropping marbles from different heights.  Students found that the craters became larger as they dropped the marble from higher points.  Then, they tested their jump height to see how high they could jump on the moon by multiplying their jump […]

Students Encouraged to Be Safe in Cyber Space

November 20, 2013

From the desk of Dr. Stan Ward: Matt Tibbets of TBG Solutions spoke to MS and US students at chapel on Wednesday, November 20. His presentation explained how students can protect their online identity and why doing so was important. Matt shared stories and statistics about how colleges and employers screen people by using social […]

BH’s Directory Goes Green

November 15, 2013

Brook Hill’s school directory will be available exclusively online this year, supporting our commitment to “Reduce, Reuse, Recycle”! The directory can be accessed multiple ways: On your computer: via ParentsWeb website On your smartphone: via the RenWeb Home App (iOS and Android devices) On other mobile devices: via ParentsWeb Mobile (mobile web browser) Features of […]

Community Service Opportunity for Cadet Singer’s Banquet

November 15, 2013

Looking for community service hours? The Lower School Cadet Singers Banquet needs helpers for Monday, December 2, from 6:00-9:00pm. There will be an information meeting for interested MS and US students after school on Thursday, November 21, in the student center at 3:50pm. If you are interested please contact Mindy Ward at [email protected]

Calling All Middle School Students!

November 15, 2013

The Brook Hill Middle School Students Are Invited to our Scholastic Book Fair Reading Oasis Family and Friends Night Tuesday, November 19, 4:00-6:00 (Come and Go) At the Lower School Library We have several middle school cases, lots of wacky pens and pencils, and other cool stuff!

Visit The Lower School Scholastic Book Fair Reading Oasis

November 15, 2013

When:  November 18-22 , 8:00-4:00 pm Monday-Thursday 8:00-11:45 am Friday Where:  Brook Hill Lower School Library Special Events: Tuesday:   4:00-6:00 pm Family and Friends Night  Middle School students are also invited! Wednesday:  8:30-9:15 am Muffins for Mummies and Daddies Friday:  Grandfriends Day shopping hours:  8:00-9:00, followed by the  Program, Songs You Know by Heart, at 9:00. […]

How do you spell…….?

November 15, 2013

   Teachers at The Brook Hill Lower School engage students in the learning process in creative and fun ways. Mrs. Dahn’s students enjoyed spelling practice with shaving cream!

Bullard Fire Department Presents Plaque to The Brook Hill LEGO League

November 15, 2013

The BH Builders comprised of  fourth and fifth graders  accepted  the First LEGO League’s Nature’s Fury challenge by sponsoring a whole school water and Gatorade drive  to assist The Bullard Fire Department in their relief efforts. Over 8,000 bottles were collected thanks to the LEGO League and to the Brook Hill student body. The Bullard Fire Department recently […]

Caleb and Ivy named Outstanding Seniors for Tyler Rotary

November 14, 2013

Caleb Wagner and Ivy Sudduth were honored by the Rotary Club of Tyler  as Outstanding Senior Students from The Brook Hill School. Students were chosen based on their achievements through academics, leadership, and athletics. Congratulations Caleb and Ivy!

Pop Art Self Portraits

November 14, 2013

Students in Tina Nivens’ Studio Art 1 class just completed a project influenced by pop artist, Andy Warhol. Students each painted self portraits in black and white then added a pop of color. This project reinforced what the students have been learning about value and gradation as well as portraiture. These students are all new […]