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• September 2 - Labor Day - Student/Staff Holiday
• September 3 - Specials Day 1
  
• September 3 - Lunch Visitors Welcome
• September 4 - Specials Day 2
• September 4 - Lunch Visitors Welcome
• September 5 - Specials Day 3
• September 5- Lunch Visitors welcome
  
• September 6 - Specials Day 4
• September 6 - Lunch Visitors welcome
• September 9 - PTA Fall Fundraiser Kick Off
• 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

All GCPS schools and offices will be closed on Monday, September 2 in observance of Labor Day. Enjoy a well-deserved break with your family and friends.

We look forward to seeing you back in class on Tuesday, September 3!

Brookwood Elementary is excited to announce our three finalists for recognition as this year's Teacher of the Year. These outstanding educators have demonstrated exceptional dedication, passion, and commitment to their students' success.

• Kelly Clarno is a beloved special education teacher who has made a profound impact on the lives of her students.
• Taylor Joppich is a nurturing kindergarten teacher who creates a loving and supportive learning environment for her young students.
• Sadija Zizic is an inspiring fifth grade teacher who fosters a love of learning and prepares her students for future success.

We congratulate these amazing educators on their achievement and look forward to celebrating their contributions to our school community.

Our students had a wild and educational day exploring the wonders of nature at the "They Eat What?!" program by the Charlie Elliott Wildlife Center. Sponsored by the Brookwood Elementary PTA, this program introduced students to the interconnectedness of ecosystems and the importance of producers, consumers, and decomposers.

Students were captivated as they learned about animal adaptations and the flow of energy through ecosystems. The highlight of the day was the opportunity to see and touch live animals, including a snake and tortoise. This hands-on experience brought the concepts to life and created lasting memories for our students.

Thank you PTA for supporting student learning and bringing this amazing cultural experience to our school!

Join us for our Little Learners Academy, a wonderful opportunity for children birth to five years old and their caregivers to learn, play, and grow together. This free program will take place on Tuesday, September 3rd from 9:00 AM to 10:00 AM at Brookwood Elementary.

During our 60-minute sessions, you'll discover engaging ways to foster your child's development through play. Learn valuable tips and strategies to support their learning journey and prepare them for kindergarten.

Don't miss out on this fantastic opportunity! There's no need to sign up. Simply bring your child and join us for a fun and educational experience.

Calling all students in grades 3-5! Are you interested in learning fun and exciting domino games? Do you enjoy the challenge of creating epic domino runs? Then the Brookwood Domino Club is the perfect place for you!

The Domino Club will be open for two separate sessions this year:

• Fall Session (Grades 3-5): This session kicks off on September 12th and runs through November 21st. Meetings will be held on Thursday mornings from 7:40 AM to 8:20 AM in the school cafeteria (meeting location subject to change).
• Spring Session (Grades 1-3): Dates and details for the Spring Session will be announced later.

Led by Dr. Nicometi and Mrs. Kay, the Domino Club will offer a variety of activities, including:

• Learning a variety of domino games
• Participating in exciting domino runs
• And much more!

Registration for the Fall Domino Club Session is now open! Space is limited, so be sure to register by September 3rd. Parents will be notified via email by September 5th if their child has been accepted into the club.

Click on the following link to register your child for the BES Domino Club Fall Session: Domino Sign-Up Link

Have questions? Contact Leyah Nicometi at Leyah.Nicometi@gcpsk12.org or Catherine Kay at Catherine.Kay@gcpsk12.org.

We look forward to seeing you there!

Are you interested in building robots, solving problems, and having fun? Join our First LEGO League Robotics Team!

This program inspires young minds to explore science, technology, engineering, and math (STEM) through hands-on robotics challenges. Students will work together to design, build, and program LEGO robots to complete missions.

Team Details:

• Grade Levels: 4th and 5th graders
• Team Size: Up to 10 students
• Meetings: Approximately 2 hours per week, including 1 hour before school on Wednesdays and flexible time on other mornings or lunchtimes.
• More Information: Learn about First LEGO League and our team's goals by reviewing this presentation: 2024-2025 BES First Lego League Robotics Team

Interested in joining? Please fill out this application form: FLL Robotics Team Application

Don't miss this exciting opportunity to develop your STEM skills and make new friends!

The Brookwood ES Art Club is looking for this year's amazing artists!

Here's what you can expect:

• Improve your abilities: We are looking for 5th graders who are already love working on their art and want to get even better by practicing their skills and exploring their creativity in new ways. We want students who will show up on time each week ready to create art and challenge themselves in drawing, painting and creating!
• Try it out first: Not sure if Art Club is right for you? Join us for a special Interest Meeting in September to find out more. We will work on a drawing and experience a little bit of the type of projects that we do in art club to really grow and push our skills and talent even further! You can see if it seems like something you are interested in...
  Please note that you will need to come to the interest meeting in order to be selected for the club, so plan to attend if you're interested!
  • Tuesday 7:40 - Van Lede, Nguyen, Zizic, Nelson - Sept. 10
  • Wednesday 7:40 - Gerke, Holder, Harrison - Sept. 11
  • Thursday 7:40 - Schaffer, Johnson, Prescott, Clarno - Sept. 12
  • Make - Up Session - 7:40 - Fri. Sept. 13

Important details:

• Who can join: Open to 5th graders, the final group will be chosen based on total number of students interested
• When: Exact dates will be provided once the group has been chosen
• Cost: $30 (includes a club t-shirt, and art supplies)
• Meeting times: Thursdays from 7:40-8:30 AM
• Drop off: Students should be dropped off in the front of the school at 7:40 AM on club days. Please remain in your cars until a staff member opens the door for your student.
• Sign-up: Interested students must complete the Art Club Interest Form by Monday, Sept 9th.

Have questions? Contact the Art Club coordinator, Shea Cunningham (shea.cunningham@gcpsk12.org).

Are you a 5th grade student who loves to sing? Then consider joining the BES Chorus! Rehearsals are on Tuesday mornings from 7:30 to 8:20 am in the music room.

What will you learn? In chorus, you will learn important musical skills like breathing techniques, music theory, and music history. You will also be preparing for performances throughout the year.

Important Information:

• Performance Dates: These will be announced soon and should be marked on your calendar.
• Communication: Please check ParentSquare and your email regularly for important information about chorus.
• eClass: These platforms will be used to share information, rehearsal recordings, and other resources.
• Chorus Fee: There is a $20 chorus fee which covers concert attire. Please pay online at https://www.mypaymentsplus.com/welcome

Interested in joining? Learn more about 5th Grade Chorus and complete the application form: BES Chorus Application 2024-2025

Questions? Contact Mr. Reyes at Bernardo.Reyes@gcpsk12.org

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!

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!

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.

Don't miss out on the Spirit Wear savings!!! Save 30% site wide from July 31st - September 3rd. 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.

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:

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.