From the desk of Jordy Barksdale, Director of Campus Life & Ministry: The Junior Class is sitting right on the cusp of officially holding the title of “Leaders of the School.” They are a few weeks away from entering the next grade-level, which happens to be their last. As seniors, they will hold a high […]
From the desk of Celia Tucker, Academic Counselor: The scholarship money for the Class of 2016 is arriving and we are so happy for them (and their parents). Austin Bank, The Kyle Lake Foundation, KTBB, East Texas Communities Foundation, and The Fresh 15 Committee are only a few of the organizations that have blessed our […]
On Tuesday our seniors had an “academic signing day” where they revealed what university they have chosen to attend. Students placed a blue sticker next to their future college as their peers and teachers looked on. Now you can walk by the wall and see where all of our seniors have chosen to go to […]
Brook Hill 3rd Grade students have been hard at work making life better for others by creating a new invention! Brook Hill’s annual Invention Convention was developed to teach research writing skills and foster creativity and problem solving. As part of the project, students research a famous inventor, write a research report about that inventor’s […]
This past weekend we celebrated our international community at Brook Hill during our Annual International Night. Students prepared dishes from their native countries, shared facts and trivia about life at home, and some even wore their ethnic dress. The library was filled with flags from over 20 countries, and members from our community came to explore […]
From the desk of Jan Hommel, American Freedom Museum Director: The American Freedom Museum and The Brook Hill School were honored to have Mrs. Helga Mullens on our campus this week. Mrs. Mullens spoke during chapel on Wednesday to 8th – 12th grade students about her experiences as a child in Germany. She gave students […]
From the desk of Brian Nelson, Dean of Academics: Preparing students for college is serious business at Brook Hill. We have intentionally designed our academic program to build students’ skills and knowledge and to transition students into the collegiate environment. One of the most distinctive aspects of our academic program is our extensive opportunities for […]
The Brook Hill Guard Chorale competed recently in the TAPPS State Vocal Contest. Out of nineteen 4A schools, the Guard Chorale placed 5th in the state, based on ratings from solos, small ensembles, and large group performances. With only an 8 point differential between 3rd and 5th place, the competition was stiff! The students memorized […]
Mrs. Dahn’s class has turned their creative and magical eyes towards everything as we begin studying poetry. We have turned Peeps, popsicles, sleeping bags and Band-Aids into many different things as we learn about the various types of poems. Stay tuned for more poetry as we get ready for our Mother’s Poetry Tea coming up soon […]
PreK students are learning about butterflies and the pollination process. After studying as a class, students experienced the process for themselves as they drank nectar (Apple juice) and simulated the transferring of pollen using powder from Cheetos (students flew around the room and touched other flowers to show pollination).
This week the 7th grade Bible class dove into the book of Ezekiel. Students imagined the power and mystery of God by illustrating Ezekiel’s vision of the glory of the LORD. Then students worked together to act out the dramatic actions of Ezekiel. These groups of students taught their classmates the prophetic significance of symbolic […]
From the desk of Jan Hommel, American Freedom Museum Director: Save the Date: East Texas Salute 2016: Honoring the Patriot Guard Riders and Welcome Home Soldiers groups from all over East Texas Saturday, May 14th 9:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m. Admission Free Community Event American Freedom Museum Traveling Vietnam Wall Texas Veteran Car Show with […]