Giddy Up

• September 9 - Specials Day 5
  
• September 9 - No Lunch Visitors
• September 10 - Specials Day 6
  
• September 10 - Lunch Visitors Welcome
• September 11 - Specials Day 7
• September 11 - Lunch Visitors Welcome
• September 12 - Specials Day 8
• September 12 - Lunch Visitors welcome
  
• September 13 - Specials Day 9
• September 13 - Lunch Visitors welcome
• September 20 - Digital Learning Day #1
• September 24 - Lunch on the Lawn Family Picnics - 1st & 4th Grade
• September 25 - Lunch on the Lawn Family Picnics - 2nd & 3rd Grade
• September 26 - Lunch on the Lawn Family Picnics - K & 5th Grade
• September 30 - Culver's Share Night

Mrs. Clarno is an amazing teacher, and her impact on her students is undeniable. She began her journey at Brookwood Elementary 17 years ago as a paraprofessional, but her love for the students inspired her to return to school and earn her special education certification through the Teach Gwinnett program.

Mrs. Clarno's passion for teaching shines through in her interactions with her 4th and 5th grade students. Her students have a genuine love for her, and she creates a collaborative and supportive learning environment where they feel safe to take risks and grow. She works closely with her paraprofessionals to ensure that all students' needs are met, and she scaffolds grade-level content to meet the individual needs of her learners.

Mrs. Clarno's dedication, compassion, and expertise make her an asset to our Brookwood Elementary community. We are honored to recognize her as our Teacher of the Year and celebrate her contributions to the lives of our students.

Brookwood Elementary School is thrilled to announce the induction of its first-ever National Jr Beta Club members. The ceremony, held on September 5, 2024, marked a significant milestone for these dedicated students who will serve as charter members of the club.

We extend our gratitude to the Brookwood High School Beta Club Officers for sharing their inspiring experiences and providing valuable insights to our students. Their words undoubtedly motivated our young members to strive for excellence and make a positive impact on their community.

A special thank you to Mrs. Holder and Mrs. Strozier for their unwavering support and dedication as the sponsors of the Brookwood Jr Beta Club. Their guidance and mentorship will be invaluable as our students embark on their journey of service and leadership.

On sale for a limited time only, you can purchase a 2024 - 2025 Grade Level T-shirt for your K - 4 student*. Each classroom will have a unique t-shirt color with a common grade level design on the front of the t-shirt. Ordering a grade level t-shirt is optional, but we encourage your child to wear their grade level shirt on field trips, field day, and as spirit wear for the remainder of the school year.

Shirts cost $12.00 and can be ordered via MyPaymentsPlus. The sale of these shirts will end on September 15th, so purchase a shirt for your child before you run out of time!

Go to MyPaymentsPlus today to purchase your child a shirt before the sale closes on September 15th.

*5th grade will order a special grade level t-shirt at a later date.

Our first Digital Learning Day is approaching for ALL students on Friday, September 20th. We are grateful for the opportunity to have this day to allow teachers to plan future lessons for our students.

On Digital Learning Days, students can find all their lessons and assignments on eCLASS. There is no live instruction, but teachers will be checking email periodically throughout the day for any questions you may send.

Meals will be delivered along all bus routes between 10:45 am and 12:00 pm on September 20th. Students aged 18 and below can go to the bus stop to receive a meal.

Student Devices for Digital Learning Day

Each student has a Chromebook assigned to them for work during the school day. Brookwood Elementary will send home your child's assigned Chromebook on Thursday, September 19th to complete assignments and access eCLASS. Your child must bring their Chromebook back to school on Monday, September 23rd. If you don't want your child to bring home their Chromebook for the Digital Learning Day, please email your child's teacher by Wednesday, September 18th. Information about using your child's Chromebook at home can be found at the Parents' 1:1 website.

Capture your child’s amazing 5th-grade year with a personalized yearbook ad! Showcase their accomplishments, share a special message, or simply display a favorite photo. It’s a wonderful keepsake to treasure for years to come.

Order your ad by September 23, 2024 on the Jostens website.

• 1/4 page ad: $40.00
• 1/8 page ad: $30.00

Don't miss this opportunity to create a lasting memory!

Join us for our annual Family Picnic, now taking place in the fall! Bring your family, lunch, and a blanket to enjoy a picnic with your child outdoors on the grounds of Brookwood Elementary during their regularly scheduled lunch time. Students are welcomed to purchase lunch from the Colt Cafe special picnic menu.

Dates:

• Tuesday, September 24th: 1st and 4th Grades
• Wednesday, September 25th: 2nd and 3rd Grades
• Thursday, September 26th: Kindergarten and 5th Grades
• Friday, September 27th: Rain Date

Get ready to bid and support Brookwood Schools! The BSF auctions are now live on the Bidding for Good website. All proceeds benefit the Brookwood Schools Foundation, supporting every school in the district. Don't miss out on this amazing opportunity to make a difference! Spread the word and let the bidding begin!

Brookwood Elementary School Auction Items:

• Reserved parking spot in the front of the school for the year - ends September 13 at 10:00 pm
• Student Principal for the Day - ends November 1 at 10:00 pm
• Lunch with the Principal (2 opportunities) - ends January 10 at 10:00 pm
• Morning announcements with the principal for a week - end January 31 at 10:00 pm

The 2024-2025 yearbook is now available for purchase! This is your chance to capture all the memories of the year, from academics and athletics to clubs and friendships.

Order your yearbook today for just $47. This is a great price to preserve your memories for years to come.

Purchase your yearbook online at the Josten's website. Don’t delay! Secure your copy today!

This school year, Gwinnett County Public Schools and Brookwood Elementary's Back to School Orientation Agreements must be completed either on the ParentSquare website or the ParentSquare app.

* If you have not set up your ParentSquare account, you can access the ParentSquare website through ParentVue.

Have you downloaded the ParentSquare app via the App Store or Google Play? This is the best way to send and receive communication from Brookwood Elementary School!

You can even customize your ParentSquare experience by selecting when you would like to receive your notifications. (Brookwood Elementary recommends instant notifications.) Go to the GCPS website for more information about ParentSquare.

Registration is now open for the 2024 - 2025 KidzLife club.

KidzLife Club, hosted and conducted by volunteers from Grace Snellville, is a club that meets Mondays after school until 5:00 pm for 2nd - 5th grade students.

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!

When: Monday, September 16th

Time: 7:00 PM

Where: Media Center

Learn about upcoming events, volunteer opportunities, and how you can support our school community. See you there!

PTA's Fall Fundraiser kicks off soon! Look out for our Charleston Wrap fundraising packet coming home with your child and get ready to check off your holiday gift list! You’re going to LOVE what you see, and your support will help us reach our fundraising goal!

Have you joined Brookwood Elementary's PTA yet? The Brookwood Elementary PTA supports the student and staff of Brookwood Elementary School. PTA Membership is the cornerstone of parental involvement and community support at our school. Funds generated through PTA Membership are added to the general budget, which helps to support resources for teaching and learning at Brookwood Elementary. The $10 you invest in becoming a PTA member goes a long way for our school.

Please go to PTA's Membership website to join for the 2024 - 2025 school year.

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.

As we gear up for another exciting athletic season, we want to remind everyone of the rules and expectations that apply to all Brookwood High School athletic events.

By following these guidelines, we can create a positive and supportive environment for our athletes and fans. Please take a moment to review the following:

Brookwood Community Schools and A-Train Athletics are offering two pre-season basketball camps for 5th grade - 8th grade girls. Sign ups are available through MyPaymentsPlus.

The Five Forks branch of the Gwinnett County Public Library has released their September schedule of Kids' Programs including:

• Pete the Cat Pizza Party - Friday, September 13 at 11:00 am
• Family Storytime - Saturday, September 21 at 10:30 am

Information about more events available at the Five Forks branch and other branches of the Gwinnett County Public Library can be found at the GCPL website.

Crews Middle School's SGA is holding a 5K on Saturday, September 28. Registration begins at 7:00 am, the 5K begins at 8:00 am, and the Fun Run begins at 9:00 am. Registration and information is available at their 5K website.

The Campaign for CommUnity 5K will help raise money to help CMS SGA's community service projects including the CARE Closet, which provides students and families in need with clothing, school supplies, and personal care items.

Get ready for a fun-filled summer night under the stars! The City of Snellville is hosting a series of Fourth Friday Outdoor Movie Nights at The Grove at Towne Center.

The first movie in the series, "Kung Fu Panda 4," will be shown this Friday, August 23rd, at 6 p.m. Movies will start at dusk.

Other upcoming movies include "Elemental" on September 27th and "Hocus Pocus" on October 25th.

Enjoy a free movie, delicious food from local food trucks, refreshing King of Pops, and the exciting Splash Pad before the show. Bring your lawn chair or blanket and get ready for a memorable evening with family and friends.