Game On! Junior parents and students braved the cold weather and came to eat pizza, have fellowship, gather information, and enjoy a half-time show as we prepare for the college application process. Having a game plan—an outline—knowing what colleges require—all in advance, brings peace of mind and helps students and parents get […]
From the desk of Dr. Ward: On Wednesday, January 8, seven college students and one college graduate spoke with the senior class of 2014 about transitions to college. The panel was made up of former Brook Hill students. Both Dr. Ward and the seniors asked the panel questions, including: What were your biggest surprises when […]
From the desk of Rod Fletcher, Headmaster: When it is all said and done, our job at Brook Hill is to “prepare” our students. Honestly, it’s what parents are ultimately expecting. Our task is to prepare our students for college and their future. We want to prepare them academically, spiritually, emotionally, socially, etc. This is […]
Brook Hill piano students of Mrs. Cool recently entertained the shoppers at Barnes and Noble with beautiful Christmas music. Mrs. Stacy Bell’s Prekindergarten students also sang Christmas carols. Then, Mrs. Bell read a special story to all the boys and girls. These events were part of the Lower School’s book fair at Barnes and Noble.
Brook Hill is known for its generous giving and outreach ministry projects. A perfect example of this generous spirit was recently demonstrated by the second grade students. Second grade classes teamed with Ila England, Lower School Librarian, to assist St. Paul Children’s Foundation with their annual toy drive. Mrs. Johnson, Mrs. Brashier and their students collected […]
Last weekend our Middle School students brought Broadway to Brook Hill! In the first act Drama students performed a comedic version of A Christmas Carol gone wrong. After intermission, MS Choir students put a spin on the traditional Nativity story with a musical about a Falafel House in Bethlehem! The audience rolled in laughter and […]
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 […]
To celebrate the end of semester classes and recognize the upcoming Christmas holiday, MS and US students enjoyed an after school Christmas party on Friday, December 13. Brook Hill teachers and staff baked and bought cookies and other yummy snacks, and campus life provided a hot chocolate bar that included whipped cream, marshmallows, chocolate chips, […]
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, […]
Prekindergarten and kindergarten students sang Christmas Carols for chapel service this week. Several of these young students were even pledge and prayer leaders!
From the desk of Celia Tucker, College Guidance Counselor: “Nothing can take the place of being there…” This past week I attended a North American Coalition for Christian Admissions Professionals Conference at Taylor University in Upland, Indiana (yes, one should think carefully when scheduling a conference in hot, hot, hot July and really think about how […]
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.