Giddy Up

• Mid-July - Back to School forms available through MyPaymentsPlus - more information will come through ParentSquare
• July 31 - Look out for an email from your 2024-2025 teacher
• August 1 - Open House/Meet the Teacher 1:00 - 4:30 pm
• Last Names A - G: 1:00 - 2:00 pm
• Last Names H - M: 2:00 - 3:00 pm
• Last Names N - Z: 3:00 - 4:00 pm
• Open: 4:00 - 4:30 pm
• August 5 - First Day of School

Brookwood Elementary celebrated our graduating 5th graders with a fantastic farewell carnival! The playground transformed into a world of fun with inflatable slides, an epic obstacle course, and engaging games. Laughter filled the air as students munched on cotton candy and popcorn, tested their skills at carnival booths, and captured memories in vibrant photo booths. We're incredibly proud of our 5th graders and wish them all the best as they move on to middle school!

On the last day of school, our fantastic group of 5th graders embarked on a very special walk through the halls of Brookwood Elementary. It was a bittersweet moment as they waved goodbye to the familiar faces of their classmates and the dedicated staff who have nurtured their growth over the past five years.

We will certainly miss their energy and enthusiasm in the halls of Brookwood, but we are bursting with pride as they embark on their next exciting adventure in middle school. We have no doubt they will continue to achieve great things!

The halls of Brookwood Elementary echo with immense pride as we celebrate the graduation of our exceptional Class of 2024! This momentous occasion marks the culmination of years of dedicated learning and growth for these incredible young people.

A special shout-out goes to those graduates who began their educational journeys right here at Brookwood! Seeing them return and walk through our halls one last time was truly heartwarming. Our graduates from Brookwood High School, as well as the Seniors who returned from their current high schools, served as a powerful reminder of the strong foundation we build at Brookwood. Thank you for being such inspiring role models for our young Colts! We are incredibly proud of the Class of 2024 and can't wait to see what amazing things they accomplish in the future!

There is still time to purchase a yearbook! Please bring $45 cash to the front office. Yearbooks will sell until they are gone!

Parents of students with an Individual Education Program (IEP) please complete the Parent Involvement Survey by May 31, 2024. This survey from the Georgia Department of Education will help guide local schools’ efforts to improve Special Education services and results for children and families.

For more information, please read the Parent Letter from Gwinnett County Public Schools: English Español

Before you know it, it'll be time for a fresh start in the new school year! To ensure a smooth transition back to school and avoid the last-minute rush, we encourage parents to order their child's school supplies now.

By ordering early, you can:

• Avoid the last-minute rush: Beat the summer crowds and ensure you get everything on the teacher's list.
• Guarantee availability: Limited quantities are available for some supplies.
• Set your child up for success: Having all the requested materials on the first day can boost confidence and learning.

Place your order by July 1st at the 1st Day School Supplies website. Your child's school supply kit will be delivered to Brookwood Elementary School in time for back to school.

By planning ahead, you can help your child feel confident and prepared for a fantastic new school year!

Get ready to make next school year a fantastic one at Brookwood Elementary! School supply lists for the 2024-2025 year are now available to view and download on the Brookwood Elementary website. There you'll find specific lists for each grade level, ensuring your child has all the materials they need for a successful year.

Is your child between the ages of birth and five? Are you searching for a high-quality learning experience that fosters both your child's development and your role as their first teacher?

Look no further than Brookwood Elementary's Play2Learn program! This exciting program offers a welcoming space for parents and young children to learn and grow together through the power of play.

Play2Learn uses play-based activities to help you:

• Bond with your child
• Discover the joy of learning through play
• Develop essential skills for your child's future success

Registration is now open for the 2024-2025 school year! We have openings in our Wednesday 1:00 PM - 2:30 PM class.

Stop by Brookwood Elementary today to pick up a registration packet! The program kicks off on August 14th. Don't miss out on this fantastic opportunity to nurture your child's love of learning!

Beginning May 28th through July 31st, Brookwood Elementary School's Front Office will open Monday - Friday from 8:00 am - 3:00 pm.

Beginning May 28th through July 24th, the Registration Office is open Monday - Friday from 8:00 am - 2:00 pm. Please call the school at 770-736-4360 to make an appointment to complete registration.

Brookwood Elementary will be closed during summer on the following dates:

• Monday, June 19th in observance of Juneteenth
• July 3rd - 7th in observance of Independence Day
• Friday, July 14 - Gwinnett County Public Schools holiday

The Summer Reading Challenge is back, and it's time to get your reading on! Here's how to join the fun:

• Read books and complete a bingo board by logging your minutes on the Beanstack website and doing 4 fun activities!
• Grades K-2: Read 180 minutes to conquer your bingo board.

• Grades 3-5: Gear up for 360 minutes of reading adventures!
  
• Everyone who completes the bingo board gets a FREE book from the GCPS Bookmobile in the Fall!

The challenge runs from May 23rd to July 31st. Let's make it a summer of reading adventures!

Brookwood Elementary is thrilled to welcome our newest kindergarteners for the 2024-2025 school year! Registration is now open at the Brookwood Elementary website.

• Who: This registration is for parents or guardians of children who will be five years old on or before September 1, 2024.
• What: Register your child for the 2024-2025 school year in our easy, two-step online process.
• Why: Completing online registration helps us prepare to welcome your new kindergartner and ensures they're eligible for exciting summer enrichment activities.
• How: Most of the registration process, including uploading required documents, will be done conveniently online. Many file types (PDF, JPG, DOC, PNG) are accepted with a 2 MB limit.

Get Ready for Kindergarten!

For more information about registration and the exciting world of Brookwood Elementary, visit our website.

Don't forget to spread the word to friends and neighbors with rising kindergarteners!

We look forward to welcoming you to the Brookwood family!

Students, families, and staff can download the free GCPS Mobile app to stay on top of the latest news, calendar events, and emergency information. You can enable notifications and choose your preferred language.

Why download the app?

• Receive alerts for school closures or delays and important districtwide information.

• Check school and district events calendars.

• Access your school’s lunch menu and add money to your student's account..

• Access districtwide digital resources.

• Read the latest district news.

Search for Gwinnett County Public Schools in the App Store or Google Play to download our app for free.

All money collected from boxtops goes directly to buy PE equipment for Brookwood Elementary. There is a new system starting this year where you download the FREE Boxtops for Education App and scan your receipt. The boxtops will automatically upload to our school's account. Just be sure to select BROOKWOOD ELEMENTARY SNELLVILLE, GA when you set up the app (There are SEVERAL Brookwood Elem. schools to choose from.) The video below will show you how the process works. Thank you!

Enjoy a 4-day camp at Crews Middle School this summer.

• Tour the building
• Meet teachers and classmates
• Hands-on activities
• Exciting lessons

June 3 - 6, 2024 from 8:30 - 11:45 am OR 12:30 - 3:45 pm

Cost: $115

Register on MyPaymentsPlus.

This summer the Five Forks Media Center invites you to borrow up to five books of your choice. All participating students in the Take 5 Books for Summer Reading Initiative will receive an invitation to a Back-to-School Reading Celebration at the start of the next school year. Additionally, participants will be automatically entered into a drawing for a chance to win prizes such as Starbucks and Barnes & Noble gift cards, among others. Winners will be selected during the reading celebration! For more information, please read the linked information or visit the Five Forks Media Center website.

The Brookwood Summer Spirit Wear Sale is underway! Choose from hundreds of designs and garments that are delivered to your home in days! You'll save 25% off the entire site! New product lines include Nike and Adidas! Shop at https://1stplace.sale/24650.

You can now help support Brookwood Elementary PTA just by shopping at Kroger! Just enroll your Kroger Rewards card to Brookwood Elementary PTA. (Don't have a Kroger Rewards card? Stop by the Customer Service Desk at your favorite Kroger!) Watch the video below to see how to enroll via the app.

The Five Forks Branch of the Gwinnett County Public Library has released their calendar of kids programming for the month of May. Check out their program highlight, Resilient Animals - Amazing Adaptations!, on Thursday, May 16th at 6:00 pm. When the world seems tough, sometimes the best thing you can do is change! Students will learn all about how different animals adapt to their environments, and take home a fun craft!

Other events for the month of May include Calming Butterflies, Dealing with Big Feelings, and Little Naturalist - Dynamite Dinosaurs. Learn about these events and more at the Gwinnett County Public Library website.

Brookwood Football Association registration for 6 year old - 8th grade Fall 2024 football and cheerleading is now open! Please go to the BFA website for more information.

Gwinnett Parks & Recreation has released their calendar of events for the month of May including Adventure Camps during Kids Fishing Derby and A Night in Nature Camp Out at Lenora Park and Train Day at Vines Park. You can find an entire list of events for the month here.

For more information about these events and how to register, please go to the Gwinnett Parks & Recreation website.

Join the 2024 Jr Broncos Competition Squad for Cheer Clinic for rising Kindergarten - 5th grade students on June 14th. Cost is $40 per student for the 3 hour clinic with instruction in cheering, dancing, jumping plus fun, games, and much more. Registration is 4:30 pm at the door.

⭐ Proceeds support all Jr Bronco Athletes ⭐

Summer is just around the corner, and the Brookwood Cluster Youth Camps are ready to provide unforgettable fun for your child! Registration is NOW OPEN for a variety of exciting camps:

• Baseball Camp: Perfect your swing and become a batting champion! ⚾️
• Basketball Camp: Take your skills to the court and learn from the best!
• Softball Camp: Hit a home run this summer and make memories that last!
• Musical Theater Camp: Find your voice and shine on stage!

These camps offer a fantastic opportunity for your child to develop new skills, make lasting friendships, and create memories that will last a lifetime.

Don't delay, spots fill up fast! You can find information about dates, times, locations, and registration here.

We look forward to seeing your child at camp!

Brookwood Softball Camp will be held for rising kindergarten through rising eighth grade June 10-13 from 9am-12pm for . Cost is $150 and registration is available on MyPaymentsPlus.

Brookwood High School Baseball Camp will take place June 11-13 from 9am-1pm. This annual camp blends baseball fundamentals and fun with our Brookwood Broncos players and coaches! Register on MyPaymentsPlus- look for "Brookwood CS Boys Baseball 2024 Summer Camp - June 11-13". We look forward to having you join us at Baseball Camp!

Calling all young ballers (rising 1st-8th graders)! This summer, Brookwood Community School is hosting a basketball camp designed to help you elevate your game and have a blast doing it!

Camp will be offered in two sessions:

• Session 1: June 17th - 20th, 8 am - 1 pm
• Session 2: July 9th - 11th, 9 am - 12 pm

Registration is open now through MyPaymentsPlus. Don't miss out on this exciting opportunity to learn from experienced coaches, develop your skills, and make new friends!

Looking for more information?

Visit our website at the Brookwood Community Schools website to learn more about the basketball camp and other summer programs offered this summer.

We look forward to seeing you on the court!