In an introduction to the French Revolution, students in Mrs. Huggins’ Junior Humanities class were able to understand the grievances and frustrations of the people of France. The class was divided into the Three Estates including the Clergy, Nobility, and Commoners. The Commoners were made to “work” by producing wheat crops and were compensated in […]
Our Guard Dogs enjoyed breakfast this morning with their Brook Hill Guard Basketball player. Our Guard Dogs brought gifts to wish their Basketball player good luck at their game tonight, and they all enjoyed doughnuts.
To kick off their study of stoichiometry, Mr. Bunger’s Chemistry students placed a copper wire in a solution of silver nitrate and observed the growth of silver crystals. Not only does it provide an intriguing effect visually, it also provides some good lab data for the students to perform calculations and see how the formulas they’re […]
Mrs. Figueroa’s 7th grade humanities classes conducted a painting analysis assignment this week. This exercise helped students understand the causes, effects, and future of Westward Expansion (Manifest Destiny) in the history of the United States of America. Students interacted, shared their ideas, and worked together to understand all Manifest Destiny more deeply.
Our middle school students hit the ground running in science class this week with some interactive labs! Eighth graders are studying the reason for the seasons by manipulating a flashlight which represents the Sun and a Styrofoam model Earth. Students could see first-hand where the direct rays of the Sun hit the Earth during different […]
Congratulations to the Brook Hill Lower School students who were recognized during the second quarter awards program! Scholarly Achievement C.J. Bird, Cade Chesley, Nate Dahn, Emma Davis, Jacob Frisbie, Tessa Goddard, Drew Lake,Gemma Lake, Jett Moore, Kayla Powell, Colton Richards, Drew Sims, and Kelaina Willis Godly Character Brett Lea Bellar, Bonnye Bunn, Brooklyn […]
Re-enrollment is right around the corner! We would like to invite you to join us for a Re-enrollment Party in the Upper School Library on January 27th. The Admissions Office will be available from 9am – 6pm to guide you through the re-enrollment process. There will be refreshments and a special gift waiting for you. Re-enroll […]
Mr Moore’s Humanities class recently finished Beowulf. In an effort to connect this literature to American history, students compared the different battles within the story of Beowulf with the battles America has fought since it was founded as a nation. Students observed similarities in acts of valor, speeches, causes, effects, and even motivations.
From the desk of Katie Ramirez, Director of Admissions: We want to welcome you to join us for an exciting week of admissions events. Admissions Week is designed for you to visit our campus and learn all about The Brook Hill School. Admissions Week is also a wonderful opportunity to hear from our Headmaster, Principals, current […]
From the desk of Rod Fletcher, Headmaster: Happy New Year! One of your resolutions may be to affirm those around you. It’s not a bad resolution – affirmations are important because people grow into the conversations around them (and it just feels good to get affirmed). Brook Hill just received one of those affirmations – […]
From the desk of Jessica Mize, ACE Coordinator: Happy 2016 and welcome to the new semester! It may not be a new school year, but as we begin a new semester and a new year, what a great time to start reinforcing beneficial habits. Below are some of my favorite habits for students that I […]
From the desk of Shawn Rhoads, Director of Residential Life: So much happening in the Boarding World at Brook Hill! If you ever wonder if the boarding students are stuck in the houses on evenings and weekends with nothing to do, think again. In addition to the on campus competitions, like football contests, soccer matches […]