Giddy Up

• February 5 - 3rd Grade Mass Vision & Hearing Screening
• February 5 - Specials - K, 1, 5: Day 8; 2, 3, 4: Day 7
• February 5 - No Lunch Guests
• February 5 - Kids Heart Challenge Ends
• February 6 - Specials - K, 1, 5: Day 9; 2, 3, 4: Day 8
• February 7 - Specials - K, 1, 5: Day 10; 2, 3, 4: Day 9
• February 8 - Specials - K, 1, 5: Day 11; 2, 3, 4: Day 10
• February 9 - Specials - K, 1, 5: Day 1; 2, 3, 4: Day 1
• February 15 - 19 - Student/Teacher Holidays
• February 23 - All Pro Dads of Brookwood Elementary Breakfast
• February 23 - Spring Picture Day
• February 27 - Dogwood Pizza Night

Brookwood Elementary's PBIS (Positive Behavioral Interventions and Supports) Team is proud to recognize the following students for being nominated by their teachers for exemplifing the GCPS Strong Character Trait of the month, Perseverance:

• Kindergarten: Melona Abenezer, Malik Alexander, Charlotte Armstrong, Porter Hickman, Cadence Jones, Emmett Joseph, Brielle Kemp, Hallelujah Muluneh, Kiaan Patel, Cassidy Thomas, Justin Weng, Carson Walker
• First Grade: Emersyn Brower, Aiden, Crear, Valentina Cruz, Cameron Dawson, Amara Henry, Valerie Hickman, Aruniya Kar, Nalani Martin, Garrett Ramos, June Salaom, Jace Washington
• Second Grade: Hiraya Anderson, Abenzer Atrsagne, Lou Basiel, Gabriel Bates, Samayra Haque, Alexander Hristov, Abigail Million, Jax Mooneyham, Ali Mullins, Thomas Nicely, Hayley Rodrigues, Faith Sahle, Josiah Wilson
• Third Grade: Brianna Banks, Kisha Delvadia, Alphonsa George, Alivia Hopkins, Vivienne Massey, Liyat Michael, Qasim Mithaiwala, Aarav Patel, Matthew Raspaldo, Mia Vazquez
• Fourth Grade: Charlotte Archangeli, Winston, Bandoh, Clay Daniels, Andrew Dobbins, Julia Floyd, Avery Goodman, Avery Hood, Omkar Kulkami, Aubrey McCaskill, Husain Sadat, Madi Sanders
• Fifth Grade: Emry Anderson, Larry Arenas Rodriquez, Payton Crone, Adon Gima, Kodi Humphrey, Gracie Kennedy, Xinyao Lin, Melanie Palmer, Dev Patel, Arryanna Petty, Danny Sheehy, Yichen Zhou

Students were recognized at a special breakfast during which they received a certificate from Mrs. Lillard.

We are thrilled to celebrate the achievement of Brookwood Elementary's media specialist, Karleen Reynolds. On Thursday, Mrs. Reynolds was awarded a $5,000 School Empowerment grant from Walton EMC. The funds will be used to make improvements in the Brookwood Elementary Media Center, specifically, the purchase of new shelving for the fiction collection.

We extend our heartfelt congratulations to Mrs. Reynolds for this well-deserved recognition and express our gratitude to Walton EMC for their invaluable support in enriching the educational experience at Brookwood Elementary. This grant not only enhances the physical space of our Media Center but also contributes to the broader goal of inspiring a lifelong passion for reading among our students.

Our Lost and Found currently contains numerous coats, sweaters, and various items. Classes have been notified to check the lost and found, and we extend an invitation to parents to do the same if you suspect your child is missing an item. Unclaimed items will be donated to charity during the upcoming break on February 15th.

To avoid items going to the Lost and Found, we encourage you to label your child's outerwear, lunchboxes, and other belongings with their name. If an item has a name attached, we ensure it is returned to the student. Your cooperation in this matter is greatly appreciated.

To prepare for the 2024 - 2025 Brookwood Elementary School Robotics Team, Mrs. Colliver is offering a Spring Training for 3rd and 4th grade students. Students will gain an understanding of how both the Spike Prime Robot and the robotics team work. Students who are interested in being considered for the team next school year would benefit from joining this spring training experience.

The Spring Training will be on Wednesday mornings from 7:45 - 8:30 for a total of 10 sessions. To participate in this experience, please complete the Lego Robot Spring Training sign up form.

The last day of Kids Heart Challenge is Monday, February 5th! We are so proud of our heart heroes and are getting SO close to our goal!! Can you help us reach our goal by registering today??

Click here to register OR download the AHA Schools app!

Get ready for a day of fitness, fun, and community spirit along with the Brookwood Elementary team at "Run the Reagan" on Saturday, February 10th. This exciting event offers a variety of races suitable for all levels of participants, including the 5K, 10K, Fun Run, and the Half Marathon.

To join the Brookwood Elementary team, simply visit Brookwood Elementary's registration page of the Run the Reagan website. By registering through our team, you not only become part of a vibrant community but also contribute to Brookwood Elementary's success. For every member of our team, the school receives a $5 contribution – a win-win situation for both fitness enthusiasts and our beloved school.

So, lace up your running shoes, mark February 10th on your calendar, and join us in making "Run the Reagan" a memorable day for Brookwood Elementary. Let's run together, support our school, and celebrate a day of active living!

See you at the starting line!

Get ready for a night of enchantment and fun as Brookwood Elementary PTA proudly presents "Boots and Tutus" – a special event exclusively for the girls of our school! This delightful evening is scheduled for Friday, February 23rd, from 6:30 PM to 9:00 PM, and it promises to be an unforgettable experience for each girl and her caring adult.

Event Details:

• Date & Time: Friday, February 23rd, 6:30 PM - 9:00 PM
• Location: Brookwood High School Commons Area

Ticket Information: Tickets can be purchased at the PTA website for $45, which includes admission for one adult and one child. Additional tickets can be obtained for $20 each. Please note that ticket availability is limited, so be sure to secure yours soon for this magical night.

What to Expect: Prepare for an evening filled with joy, laughter, and cherished memories. The "Boots and Tutus" event will feature:

• Dance the Night Away: A professional DJ will be on hand to keep the dance floor alive with music that girls of all ages will love. Get ready to show off your best dance moves!
• Strike a Pose: Capture the magic of the evening at our fabulous photo booth. Dress up in your favorite tutus and boots, strike a pose, and take home a keepsake photo to remember this special night.
• Delightful Snacks: Enjoy light snacks that will keep you fueled for a night of dancing and fun. Our menu is designed to cater to both children and adults, ensuring everyone leaves with a satisfied palate.

Ticket Purchase Instructions: To secure your spot at this extraordinary event, visit the PTA website and purchase your tickets. Don't miss out on the chance to create lasting memories with your little ones.

This promises to be an evening filled with laughter, dancing, and the joy of being together as a community. We look forward to seeing you at "Boots and Tutus" – a night of magic and delight for the girls of Brookwood Elementary!

It's time for a NEW reading challenge! The Carnival of Reading Challenge will begin on Monday, January 8th and last through February 29th.

Kindergarten - 2nd grade students will need to log at least 240 minutes of reading time, and 3rd - 5th grade students must log at least 450 minutes of reading. All minutes must be logged on the Beanstack website (the link can also be found on the BES eCLASS page).

Students who complete the Carnival of Reading challenge will get to spin the Carnival Prize Wheel and win a prize!

*Note: Students will only be able to log up to 60 minutes a night.

If you have questions, please contact Mrs. Reynolds, Media Specialist at karleen.reynolds@gcpsk12.org.

As we kick off the new semester, we want to make sure you're in the loop with all the exciting happenings at our school and in your child's classroom. ParentSquare is your go-to platform for important communications, and we want to ensure you receive updates in the way that suits you best!

Check Your Notification Settings:

ParentSquare has reset notification settings, so it's the perfect time to double-check and customize them to fit your preferences. Head over to your account settings and make sure you're set up to stay in the know!

Notification Types:

1. Off: No notifications will be sent. (Perfect if you prefer to check updates on your own schedule.)
2. Digest: Receive a daily summary of all messages sent. (Great for catching up at the end of the day.)
3. Instant: Get notified every time a message is sent. (Stay on top of real-time updates.)

Where to Update Settings:

For detailed instructions and step-by-step guides to navigating your settings and setting up the ParentSquare app, visit the Gwinnett County Public Schools website .

Remember, ParentSquare is the BEST way to receive communications, so let's make sure you're all set up to make the most of this fantastic tool!

Student breakfasts are $1.50. Student lunches are $2.25 plus $.40 for extra milk. Adult lunches are $4.00. Families are encouraged to set up meal accounts for their student in MyPaymentsPlus. You can pay for your student’s lunch on MyPaymentsPlus using his/her student number.

Free or reduced price lunches will be provided for those students whose families meet Federal guidelines. If parents wish to apply for free or reduced price lunches, forms are available online on the GCPS website. Forms must be completed and resubmitted each year for approval and are available beginning in July for the next school year.

Food/snack/drink deliveries are not allowed for students at school. Students must bring a lunchbox from home or enjoy the school lunch.

Parent Visitors for Lunch

We do not have any parent visitors for breakfast. Parents may visit to eat lunch with their student Tuesday-Friday. (We do not have visitors on Mondays.) Parents/Guardians visiting for lunch should say "good bye” to their student in the cafeteria so that the teacher can begin instructional time after lunch. You are welcome to bring a lunch with you or you may purchase a lunch from our cafeteria.

Parents/Visitors who are eating lunch with their child, must be listed in Synergy as an approved contact and must sit at the specified visitor table with only their student. Students may not bring a friend with them to the parent/visitor table.

Food/snack/drink deliveries are not allowed for students at school. Students must bring a lunchbox from home or enjoy the school lunch.

Please see the current month’s calendar for additional days that visitors are not allowed to come for lunch due to testing or other special events. We do our best to communicate these days in advance. Available menu items are subject to change based on current inventory and deliveries.

Our PBIS Team has created an Amazon Wish List to help with filling Golden Ticket Orders and we would love to have donations. (If you have any new packaged small items that you'd like to donate, we'd love to have those as well! ) Check out our Amazon Wishlist to help us continue to motivate our students to be Ready, Respectful and Responsible AND cash in those Golden Tickets!! 🙂

Your Brookwood Elementary PBIS Team

We are excited to announce that the 2023-2024 Brookwood Elementary yearbook is now on sale. Our students and staff are working hard to capture the events, activities and memories of this school year. Place your order for the yearbook at jostensyearbooks.com. This is one you won’t want to miss!

Purchase this yearbook now at the lowest price of the year! Until January 26th, you can purchase the yearbook for only $43. Purchasing early ensures your student receives a yearbook at the end of the year.

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!

It's time to join Brookwood Elementary's PTA! Go to the PTA membership website to purchase your membership today!

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.

2nd Annual Casino Night Fundraiser

benefiting Brookwood Schools Foundation

Friday, March 8, 7-11 p.m.

at Laundry in Downtown Lawrenceville

Tickets: $100

You don't have to be a high roller to mingle with our cluster principals,

community leaders, and neighbors.

All proceeds go toward grants for our seven cluster schools.

Tickets include casino cash and games, professional dealers, raffle prizes,

heavy hors d'oeuvres, and a cash bar.

Visit www.brookwoodschools.org to buy tickets

and to learn more about the Brookwood Schools Foundation.