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Gingerbread Man Science

December 20, 2013

The Gingerbread Man runs, runs as fast as he can to escape until he reaches a stream. He knows that he should not get wet. Mrs. Haugh’s Kindergarten students worked like scientists to predict what would happen if the Gingerbread Man did get wet, then conducted an experiment and reached conclusions based on their results. They learned that […]

Texas A&M Corps of Cadets

December 13, 2013

Brook Hill welcomed Kyle Taylor, Texas A & M Corps of Cadets representative, to the Library Friday morning to answer questions and provide information about the Aggie Corps. His enthusiasm during his  presentation and his eagerness to share his experiences with others was contagious. He explained that Texas A & M and The Corps of […]

Gingerbread Houses!

December 13, 2013

Kindergarten students made yummy gingerbread houses after reading stories about the Gingerbread Man with their teachers: Mrs. Haugh, and Mrs. Newman.

Democracy In Action!

December 13, 2013

Third Graders recently selected a class president and vice-president. Candidates each made campaign promises. Candidate Luke’s platform consisted of several promises which according to teachers may not be able to be fulfilled but included: providing third grade with a chocolate fountain, unlimited recess, and allowing all student homework to be given to fellow third grader, […]

Brook Hill Lower School at Barnes and Noble!

December 13, 2013

Lower School Principal, Mrs. Sandra Fritcher, recently read to several Brook Hill students at Barnes and Noble. This Sunday, December 15, also at Barnes and Noble, Mrs. Cool’s piano students will  play Christmas music beginning at 1:00 pm.  At 3:00 pm, Prekindergarten students will perform and Mrs. Stacy Bell will read a special Christmas story.

Don’t Press the Panic Button: Prepping for Exams & What Really Matters!

December 13, 2013

From the desk of Tammy Hayes, Middle School Principal: Here it is already! Exam Time! I often find humor in weird similarities of culture that often clash. For instance, the idea that we start listening to Christmas music in November as we prep the turkey for Thanksgiving…I would like to believe that it is because […]

4th Grade Measures Matter

December 10, 2013

Fourth graders have been learning about the physical properties of matter. They measured length, volume and mass of different kinds of matter, and learned to use the appropriate tools and measurements for each.   To learn more about our Lower School and how we teach our students visit us on the web: www.brookhill.org

Texas Tech Visits Brook Hill

December 10, 2013

Brook Hill seniors gave a warm welcome to our Texas Tech Admissions representative last week when she was on campus during the Campus Life Block on Monday. As these two students found out, stopping by to visit college representatives provides you with a wealth of information from someone whose job is to know their college […]

Middle School Remembers Ben Lauderdale

December 06, 2013

This Monday middle school students gathered in the commons for a service in honor of Brook Hill’s first headmaster, Ben Lauderdale. The service began with the story of how Ben helped start Brook Hill. Ben was a long time educator, and his experience, wisdom, and love helped Brook Hill build a strong foundation. Current and […]

Angels We Have Heard On High!

December 06, 2013

The Cadet Singers under the direction of Kevin Pierce and accompanied by Patti Eden recently performed at our Lower School chapel service. These fourth and fifth graders sang with voices like angels and filled the room with the spirit of Christmas.

Barnes and Noble Book Fair for the Lower School

December 06, 2013

                  Barnes and Noble Book Fair!      Support The Brook Hill Lower School! The Brook Hill Lower School will benefit from sales when customers present a Barnes and Noble voucher to the cashier when shopping from December 9 through December 15. We will receive a percentage of all proceeds based on total amount of purchases for […]

Feliz Navidad!

December 06, 2013

                 Lower School Spanish classes recently delivered canned and other food items to The Tyler Rescue Ministry.  The students collected 536 food items for the Rescue Ministry organization. Mrs. Partida organized the yearly food drive at Brook Hill Lower school and offered a prize to the class collecting the most items. Mrs. Savage’s class (below) won […]