Paul Watson, from Young Audiences, visited the Lower School during Fine Arts Week to teach students about the basics of Native American culture, dress, skills and traditional dances. Students were able to examine items such as moccasins, a deer hide and vest, and ladies shawl. Mr.Watson told stories in dance and even invited the students to join him […]
In conjunction with Fine Arts Week at the Lower School, parents and/or grandparents were invited to learn about a web-based tool, Storybird, and to create a beautifully illustrated book with their child in the computer lab before and after lunch. Adults and students wrote an original story based on selected illustrations. The result was an amazing product that […]
From the desk of Shawn Rhoads, Director of Residential Life: In light of recent events there has been a surge of interest in how families can be involved in the lives of our boarding students. Many life changing relationships have developed between Brook Hill families and resident students. No doubt you have seen the emails […]
What an incredible week this has been! Our students have had all kinds of opportunities and new experiences during SPARC Week. Some of our students got to do a special internship or tour college campuses. Many got to enjoy new activities and learn new skills. We’ve hiked, climbed, explored, and learned. We’ve played music, bonded […]
From the desk of Rod Fletcher, Headmaster: I am not typically an emotional man, but the range of emotions I have experienced over the past few weeks has been overwhelming. But, to my amazement, people in our Brook Hill community have come alongside me with encouraging words about my leadership and strength during these difficult […]
We had a very special chapel at the Lower School today. In celebration of the Fine Arts, we awarded and honored those students who exemplify outstanding potential in the arts and technology. We also had the opportunity to see performances from our Upper School choir, orchestra, and drama students, giving our Lower School students a […]
It was not long ago that most of the world hardly knew anything about my home; but in the last year, the events in Ukraine have shocked the world into acknowledgment. People have revolted against corruption and power, causing disorder, and it has taken this sort of negative action to call the attention of other […]
On Monday, the Lower School kicked off the 2015 Fine Arts Week with a musical presentation by Mr. Pierce called, “Making Music with Friends.” The students learned about many of the ways we can make music with our friends and what “Fine Art” really means. Joining Mr. Pierce was local musical theater performer and instructor, […]
Prekindergarten, kindergarten and first grade students had an exciting day filled with many fun and educational activities celebrating the March 2nd birthday of Theodor Seuss Geisel, or more commonly know as Dr. Seuss. Students were also treated to readings of favorite Dr. Seuss books by some very special guests, including Headmaster, Rod Fletcher, and Athletic Director, Wally Dawkins!
From the desk of Tammy Hayes, Middle School Principal: Middle School students are notoriously chameleon when it comes to expressing their feelings. They typically take on the mood and the temperature of all that is around them. This is developmentally understandable as their swings are up and down and cover a vast array of topics […]
Spirit MONTH!! Bullard Donut Café is giving back to The Brook Hill School during the month of March. For every purchase over $5, the Bullard Donut Café will donate .50 cents to The Brook Hill Fund. The cards were sent home in the Lower School Thursday folders but are also located in the Development office […]
Mrs. Smith’s first grade class was able to present their chapel on Friday this week instead of Wednesday, due to the weather. The students were transformed into scientists who studied the meaning of unconditional love. One scientist invented a robot called “Unconditional Love” that no matter what you did would always responded with “I – […]