The freshmen and sophomore parents sponsored a Mardi-gras themed teacher appreciation breakfast for MS and US teachers this week. Teachers and staff are thankful for our encouraging parents!
This week the upper and middle school chapel program hosted Johnny Russell, Young Life director for Tyler. Johnny spoke about John The Baptist’s relationship with Jesus in John 1 and Mark11. Because John the Baptist knew Jesus, John was willing to die for Jesus. The chapel ended with this video and the question, “Do you […]
Pre AP Biology students make real world connections! After studying the structure and functions of DNA these students extracted DNA and proteins from strawberries during a recent lab.
From the desk of Celia Tucker, Academic Counselor: Tyler Junior College and Jacksonville College came to Brook Hill this week to register students for Dual Credit courses. Dual Credit provides students the opportunity to earn college credit while they are still in high school, meaning that they are actually a college student and a high […]
Meet our College Ambassadors for this year (so far): Brook Hill College Ambassadors are the welcoming committee for college reps when they come to campus. All students are always encouraged to visit with the colleges but College Ambassadors will make a point to spend a few minutes greeting the representatives, picking up information from them, […]
Our girls soccer team had a shut-out this Monday against Dallas Covenant, winning 9-0. A huge help to that score came from junior, Janet, as she scored 4 goals. Katherine Stair, Kendall Wells, Kennedy Rose, Hayley Dumesnil and Morgan Moss also scored goals. The Lady Guard saw assists from Rose (3), Dumesnil (2), Wells (2), […]
Our boarding community took advantage of the early release from school by having a party. We had tournaments for ping-pong & pool while also hanging out and enjoying some karaoke! It wasn’t all fun and games though – we also used the time to go over our handbook and orient our new students this semester.
From the Desk of Dr. Ward, Director of Campus Life and Ministry: Hey Parents – be sure to save these dates for some of our campus life events this semester. As we get closer to each event, more details will be announced in the newsletter. Winter Formal Dance – February 15. Our first ever winter […]
The U.S. History class recently toured the War Between the States section of the American Freedom Museum as the conclusion of our study of this chapter in our history. Special emphasis was placed upon the role of the Virginia Military Institute Cadets as they became the only school in our history to send their entire […]
Game On! Junior parents and students braved the cold weather and came to eat pizza, have fellowship, gather information, and enjoy a half-time show as we prepare for the college application process. Having a game plan—an outline—knowing what colleges require—all in advance, brings peace of mind and helps students and parents get […]
From the desk of Dr. Ward: On Wednesday, January 8, seven college students and one college graduate spoke with the senior class of 2014 about transitions to college. The panel was made up of former Brook Hill students. Both Dr. Ward and the seniors asked the panel questions, including: What were your biggest surprises when […]
Last weekend our boarding community took a trip to Six Flags Over Texas for their Christmas season called “Holiday In The Park”. Students went for rides on roller coasters, swings, and other thrills! The park was decorated for Christmas with lights, trees, garlands, and other items of Christmas cheer. It was a fun way to […]