Sixth graders have been practicing the steps of the scientific method with a splatter lab. First, students had to identify each step and describe their procedure. Then, students tested how the drop height affected the splatter size of drops of water. Students used measurement, observation, predicting, and drawing conclusions while conducting the experiment.
From the desk of Jan Hommel, Museum Director: Mrs. Wallace and her 8th grade science classes visited the American Freedom Museum this week for our “History Under A Microscope” tour and activity. We have discovered that students often learn a concept or are introduced to an evaluating tool during class, such as the Scientific Method, […]
From the desk of Wally Dawkins, Athletic Director: The discussion centered around what the purpose and responsibility of schools today should really look like. It seems that over the past 25-30 years or so, schools have been asked to provide so much more than just the three R’s, while going into a virtual tailspin in […]
From the desk of Brian Nelson, Academic Dean: With the PSAT one month away, test preparation is a timely topic. Preparing for the PSAT can be an overwhelming process, but there are some simple things that students can do to be ready for the test and do their best. Understand the test. You have access […]
First grade is ready for some football! We had a great time getting ready for first grade football night this evening by trying on football jerseys for some math fun this afternoon! We put them order, built them with tens and ones, and found out if they were odd or even! Look for us before […]
To conclude our study of apples, today each kindergarten student brought an apple to school. We sorted and charted our apples in many ways. After we graphed them we ate them! We also cut up apples to make our own apple sauce. Insert write up here
Both schools shared the spoils Monday evening in a volleyball quadruple-header between Bishop Gorman and Brook Hill Middle School. The Lady Guard’s 8th Grade A and 7th Grade B teams won with Brook Hill dropping the *th B and 7th A matches. Leading the way was the 8th Grade A team which swept Bishop Gorman, 25-10, […]
From the desk of Sandra Fritcher, Lower School Principal: In my Bible, I have the verse I Corinthians 15:58 highlighted. It says, “Therefore, my beloved brethren, be steadfast, unmoveable, always abounding in the work of the Lord, for you know that your labor in the Lord is not in vain.” I have referred to this […]
From the desk of Shawn Rhoads, Director of Residence Life: Do you have a child who could use some academic assistance? I’ve got some good news. A-Team Tutoring is back. Comprised of boarding students, A-Team Tutoring can offer help to your child in the following subject areas: Calculus Algebra Geometry Physics Chemistry Biology & other […]
It is Pet Week in Pre-K and our students have participated in all kinds of activities involving pets! We enjoyed “dog food” (cocoa puffs and Scooby Doo graham crackers) as well as “puppy chow” for snacks. Our students brought pictures of their pets to share with the class, and we even graphed our pets on […]
The Brook Hill School is delighted to honor Michael and Donna Clements as the 2016 Guardian Award Recipients for Founder’s Day, Monday, October 17. Mike and Donna have been dedicated supporters and parents of The Brook Hill School for many years. They are now grandparents to a precious kindergartener of Brook Hill’s Lower School, Michaelann […]
From the desk of Rod Fletcher, Headmaster: Any adult remembers exactly where they were when they began hearing and watching the horrible events unfold on September 11, 2001. I’ll never forget the moment during that day when I learned that one of my college roommates, Todd Beamer, had been on Flight 93. Over the next […]