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• October 28 - Specials Day 3
  
• October 28 - No Lunch Visitors
• October 29 - Specials Day 4
• October 29 - Lunch Visitors Welcome
• October 29 - Dogwood Pizza Night
• October 30 - Specials Day 5
• October 30 - Lunch Visitors Welcome
• October 31 - Specials Day 6
• October 31 - Lunch Visitors Welcome
• November 1 - Specials Day 7
• November 1 - Lunch Visitors Welcome
• November 5 - Digital Learning Day #2
• November 14 & 15 - No Lunch Visitors due to a school-wide Blue Ribbon Celebration for staff and students

Brookwood Elementary had an unforgettable start to the day on Tuesday thanks to a special visit from the Atlanta Falcons Cheerleaders including our own Kindergarten teacher, Mrs. Joppich. The cheerleaders joined our school to celebrate our 2024 National Blue Ribbon Award and spread some Falcon spirit.

The day started with the Atlanta Falcons Cheerleaders greeting students as they arrived at school, cheering them on with high fives, hugs, and the iconic "Rise Up!" chant. The students were thrilled to see their favorite cheerleaders and felt a boost of excitement for the day ahead.

One of the highlights of the visit was when the cheerleaders joined our principal, Mrs. Karen Lillard, and students on the morning announcements. Together, they led the school in a morning affirmation and a Falcons cheer. The cheerleaders also took time to visit Kindergarten classrooms, including Mrs. Joppich's class, where they shared their enthusiasm and encouraged our young learners.

The Atlanta Falcons Cheerleaders' visit was a truly inspiring experience for our students and staff. We are grateful for their support and for making our National Blue Ribbon Award celebration even more memorable.

Join the fun and challenge of Witzzle Pro! This math club is open to 4th and 5th graders who love numbers and puzzles. We meet every Wednesday morning from 7:45 to 8:20 AM.

Witzzle Pro is a fast-paced game that requires players to use math facts, operations, and problem-solving skills to manipulate digits and form a target number. It's a great way to have fun while learning. Students who join must know their multiplication and division facts with fluency. That means you can recall them quickly.

The club costs $20 and includes an end-of-year celebration and a new Witzzle Club shirt. To join, complete the registration on MyPaymentsPlus before October 28th.

We're excited to start another season of Witzzle Pro! Don't miss out on this opportunity to have fun and learn math.

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 October 28, 2024 on the Jostens website.

• 1/4 page ad: $50.00
• 1/8 page ad: $40.00

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

Join us for our first Relay for Life fundraiser of the year and support the American Cancer Society! Get your hands on a limited-edition 2024 - 2025 Brookwood Elementary Relay for Life t-shirt for only $18.

Here's How to Support Relay for Life & Celebrate a Loved One:

• Order your t-shirt online: Visit https://sfnd.io/rp5g3 between Oct 18th - Nov 11th
• Select your options:
• Size: Youth S - Adult XXL
• Color: Lime, Purple, or Charcoal
• Optional - Honor someone special by adding their name to the back of our t-shirt for $5
• "In Honor Of" - those who are fighting and surviving cancer
• "In Memory Of" - those who have lost their battle

Important Notes:

• All names submitted will be printed on the back of EVERY shirt.
• Custom shirts are not available.
• Enter names exactly as you want them printed (e.g., "Jane's Grandma" or "Uncle Bob").

All proceeds benefit the American Cancer Society. Thank you for supporting Brookwood Elementary Relay for Life!

Our next Digital Learning Day is approaching for ALL students on Tuesday, November 5th. On the Presidential Election Day, 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 November 5th. 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 Monday, November 4th to complete assignments and access eCLASS. Your child must bring their Chromebook back to school on Wednesday, November 6th. If you don't want your child to bring home their Chromebook for the Digital Learning Day, please email your child's teacher by Friday, November 1st. Information about using your child's Chromebook at home can be found at the Parents' 1:1 website.

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:

• 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

Is your student ready to take the reins for a day as principal of Brookwood Elementary School? Our annual Bidding for Good auction is offering a unique opportunity: Student Principal for a Day.

The winning bidder will have the chance to:

• Join Mrs. Lillard on morning announcements
• Attend important school meetings
• Visit classrooms and get a behind-the-scenes look at school operations

All proceeds from this experience will go directly to the Brookwood Schools Foundation, supporting every school in our cluster.

Don't miss your chance for the unique experience for your child! Visit Bidding for Good to place your bid before it ends 10:00 pm on November 1st.

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!

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.

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!

Brookwood Elementary PTA is thrilled to announce that our recent Charleston Wrap fundraiser was a huge success! Thanks to the generosity of our school community, we surpassed our goal of $8,000 and raised a total of $9,488.75. Of that amount, $8,818.75 came from sales and $670.00 from donations.

We're incredibly grateful for your support and look forward to helping supply our students and teachers with the educational tools they need for the best education possible at Brookwood Elementary School.

Thank you again to everyone who participated!

Calling all volunteers for the Annual Brookwood PTA Holiday Shop! Moms, Dads, Aunts, Uncles and Grandparents needed to help make this fun event happen! The Holiday Shop will be November 18-22 in the Professional Development Room located on the second floor. Please see the signup genius for times: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/60B0D4FAFAF2AA5FB6-52694413-holiday!

Looking forward to seeing you there! Any questions please let me know.

Sarah Kimbrough

baileys721@gmail.com

The 1st Place Spiritwear online store allows you to purchase a wide variety of Brookwood Elementary spiritwear any day, any time. From t-shirts and hoodies to hats and water bottles, there's something for everyone. Visit the website today and browse the selection: www.1stplace.sale/24650

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.

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.

Registration Bronco Youth Wrestling Club is now open. The BWC Youth Season is for 2nd through 8th grade students who are new or have experience. This is the feeder program for Brookwood High School Wrestling.

For more information scan QR code or visit www.brookwoodwrestling.com

Come join us on Saturday, October 26th from 11 AM – 4 PM for our 2ND Annual Relay for Life Fall Festival at the Lovin Transportation House (1695 New Hope Road, Lawrenceville). This will be a day of fall fun with carnival games, face painting, hayrides, cake walk, bounce house, pumpkin painting, fire pits for s’mores, popcorn, cotton candy, boiled peanuts, BBQ and so much more! All family and friends are invited. All proceeds raised will go to the American Cancer Society. For questions regarding this event, please feel free to reach out to Leianne Barber at 678.614.6741 or Tracy Dean at 678.643.2408

Gwinnett Parks & Recreation has released their calendar of events for the month of April including Adventure Camps during Spring Break, Egg-stravaganza at Bethesda Park Community Garden and You Got Game? at Leonra Park Gym. 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.

The Five Forks branch of the Gwinnett County Public Library has a number of special events coming up during the month of November including:

• Family Storytime: Giving Thanks - Saturday, November 2nd at 10:30 am
• DIY Orbeez Stress Balls - Wednesday, November 20th at 6:00 pm

For more information and to learn about other programming, go the Events page of the Gwinnett County Public Library website.

Calling all craft enthusiasts, art lovers, and community supporters! Join Brookwood High School Basketball for the 33rd Annual Arts & Crafts Fair, happening on Saturday, November 2nd.

This free event is a fantastic opportunity to:

• Support local businesses: Discover unique handmade crafts and artwork from talented vendors.
• Cheer on our student-athletes: Show your support for the Brookwood Basketball teams!
• Have family fun: Enjoy a day filled with creativity, delicious food trucks, and community spirit.

Calling all Artisans!

Are you a talented crafter or artist? Vendor registration is now open! Secure your spot at the fair and showcase your work to the community. Visit https://brookwoodbasketball.sportngin.com/page/show/8134975-arts-and-crafts-fair for more information and registration details.

Don't miss out on this exciting annual event! We look forward to seeing you there!

Join us for a fun-filled 5K run on Saturday, November 2nd at 8:00 AM. The race will be held at J. Alvin Wilbanks Instructional Support Center. All runners 18 and under will receive a FREE BOOK!

Why run? Not only will you get exercise and have a great time, but you'll also be supporting the GCPS Book Mobile. The school with the most participants will win a visit from the Book Mobile!

To register, visit https://www.bookmobile5k.com/. For more information, please contact the Library Media Services at 678-301-6431.