Sixth graders have been learning the steps of the scientific method. To demonstrate their understanding, they were given the problem of figuring out if more Kool-Aide spills if one pours it while sitting or standing. They then developed a hypothesis and procedure to test out their problem. Once all of their data was obtained, they […]
Our 7th grade humanities students are studying Native American People groups that were indigenous to Texas. As part of their study, students are creating a flip book that highlights 4 distinct people groups. This week they started working on the cover!
This past week our 6th & 7th graders have been busy in Mrs. Figueroa’s humanities classes! Here is a snapshot of two interactive lessons they participated in this week. Adaptation/Modification Lesson: 6th & 7th grade Humanities students studied the five themes of geography and participated in a concept attainment lesson. This lesson allows students to discover […]
From the desk of Sandra Fritcher, Lower School Principal: Reading aloud to your child is really special. Not only does it give you time with your child, it also helps build reading skills and helps your child learn to love books. Here are some suggestions for reading aloud together. Read regularly. Try to read to […]
Do you know a family that belongs at our Lower School? Maybe you’re not a part of our school, but you’re interested in learning more. September 28th from 6-8pm is your opportunity to discover what The Brook Hill Lower School is all about. Join us for a wonderful evening filled with information from our […]
From the desk of Shawn Rhoads, Director of Residential Life: Last week I talked about how excited we all in Residence Life are about some of the new improvements in the Boarding Program. Among the new physical improvements there is also a new program that we are launching called Boarding Buddies. I can’t tell you […]
Mrs. Brashier and Mrs. Culpepper’s second grade classes continued their journey into writing by going on a sightseeing adventure around the Lower School. Using binoculars, they were able to to zoom in and spot the perfect Brook Hill Community story. Each child had the opportunity to jot down some ideas about school they could write […]
Mrs. Wallace brought her 8th grade science classes to the museum this week to put History Under The Microscope! Using the 5 steps in the Scientific Method they had learned in class, students combed the museum looking for a good question to explore. They came up with great problems to hypothesize! For example: Which weapon […]
From the desk of Ginger Bell, Director of Family and Alumni Relations: As a responsibility of my office, I GET to stay in touch with Brook Hill alumni! And, what a pleasure it has been to see where God has placed them and what they are accomplishing in their lives after BH. You can expect […]
The votes are in and your voice has been heard! Here are the results for the 2015-2016 Brook Hill Student Council: President – McCray Fletcher Vice President – Madison Hammer Social Chair – Morgan Moss Service Chair – Chase Moore Senior Class Representatives – Chipper Adams and Val Allen Junior Class Representatives – David Chambless […]
The Brook Hill School is excited to announce that Kirk Cameron will be coming to our community as keynote speaker for the 8th annual Founder’s Day Celebration on Monday, October 12, 2015. Founder’s Day Event Schedule 5:30 – 6:45 pm – VIP Hors d’oeuvres Reception, Founder’s Hall 7 pm – Keynote Address, The Brook Hill School […]
From the desk of Rod Fletcher, Headmaster: In the evening, when I say goodnight to my boys, I bless them with the words, “Live Pure, Speak True, Right Wrong, Serve Others, Follow the King.” Often I say it in a way that probably comes across to them as pleading. Why? Because I believe – I […]