Picture Retake Day for BES & BMS on November 3rd
If you need pictures retaken, E.D. Clark forms are located at our front offices.
BES: sarah.sponenburg@gcj2.k12.wi.us
BMS: wendy.funari@gcj2.k12.wi.us
If you need pictures retaken, E.D. Clark forms are located at our front offices.
BES: sarah.sponenburg@gcj2.k12.wi.us
BMS: wendy.funari@gcj2.k12.wi.us

The 5th and 6th graders will travel to the College of Lake County on Tuesday, October 27, to attend a live musical performance titled Earth to Kenzie. This 45-minute operetta is sung in English. In music class, students will learn about singing/vocal ranges, instruments, storyline, and being a good audience member, among other aspects of the performance.
The trip is partially sponsored by the Lake Geneva Chapter of the Lyric Opera of Chicago.
The trip is partially sponsored by the Lake Geneva Chapter of the Lyric Opera of Chicago.

Last week, our 7th and 8th graders had an exciting opportunity to explore careers in the skilled trades at the Build My Future field trip! Students experienced hands-on activities, interacted with
industry professionals, and learned about career pathways in
fields like construction and the trades. Experiences like this help
students discover interests, connect classroom learning to the
real world, and begin imagining possibilities for their futures. You
never know what experience might spark a student's future
career! See more pictures and videos from this experience here:
https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/1bdBeSeVmejkuNzTp-kSu8t_8817DkR65?usp=sharing
industry professionals, and learned about career pathways in
fields like construction and the trades. Experiences like this help
students discover interests, connect classroom learning to the
real world, and begin imagining possibilities for their futures. You
never know what experience might spark a student's future
career! See more pictures and videos from this experience here:
https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/1bdBeSeVmejkuNzTp-kSu8t_8817DkR65?usp=sharing








BMS High School Musical Jr.
Auditions are for students who want a solo, lead, or speaking role. Students who wish to participate in the ensemble do not need to audition, but do need to contact Mrs. Coggins!
Audition times are open and ready for sign-up in at Mrs. Coggins' room, 123! Or email: kylie.coggins@gcj2.k12.wi.us
-Prepare and sing a 30-60 second portion of any song from High School Musical Jr.
-Use of sheet music is allowed, and the official soundtrack will be provided at the audition
Crew Sign-Up:
-set design
-prop creation
-spotlight
-backstage
-directing
-makeup/hair
Auditions are for students who want a solo, lead, or speaking role. Students who wish to participate in the ensemble do not need to audition, but do need to contact Mrs. Coggins!
Audition times are open and ready for sign-up in at Mrs. Coggins' room, 123! Or email: kylie.coggins@gcj2.k12.wi.us
-Prepare and sing a 30-60 second portion of any song from High School Musical Jr.
-Use of sheet music is allowed, and the official soundtrack will be provided at the audition
Crew Sign-Up:
-set design
-prop creation
-spotlight
-backstage
-directing
-makeup/hair

Genoa City Joint 2 School District
No School - October 30th
No School - October 30th

Genoa City Joint 2 School District
No School - October 29th
No School - October 29th

GCJ2 Parent/Teacher Conferences
October 28th & 29th
BES: 3:45-7:45pm
BMS: 3:00-7:00pm
*Contact your child's homeroom teacher or advisory teacher for more information*
October 28th & 29th
BES: 3:45-7:45pm
BMS: 3:00-7:00pm
*Contact your child's homeroom teacher or advisory teacher for more information*

Middle School Forensics has started!!
Forensics is competitive speaking and acting where students can perform speeches, stories, or acting pieces individually or with a partner.
Practices will be held after school from 2:30–3:30. Competitions will begin in January.
No experience is needed! Students involved in other sports and activities are welcome to join. Email kylie.coggins@gcj2.k12.wi.us for further information.
Forensics is competitive speaking and acting where students can perform speeches, stories, or acting pieces individually or with a partner.
Practices will be held after school from 2:30–3:30. Competitions will begin in January.
No experience is needed! Students involved in other sports and activities are welcome to join. Email kylie.coggins@gcj2.k12.wi.us for further information.

Please see the following newsletter from your BMS principal, Mr. Lubus: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1QIq9aQsH8_UhgWLwRO04EfXG1kTzJ9dd/view

BMS 4th-8th Mustang Council - Student Council **last day listed as start date on FB event**
Brookwood's next big thing starts with you! Open to all students in grades 4th-8th
2:35-3:30 at BMS
November 5
December 3
January 7
February 4
March 4
April 1
May 6
Contacts:
tina.mohr@gcj2.k12.wi.us
denise.ocker@gcj2.k12.wi.us
Brookwood's next big thing starts with you! Open to all students in grades 4th-8th
2:35-3:30 at BMS
November 5
December 3
January 7
February 4
March 4
April 1
May 6
Contacts:
tina.mohr@gcj2.k12.wi.us
denise.ocker@gcj2.k12.wi.us

More information about Fall Fest! See you there!
Genoa City School District Fall Fest: Annual fundraiser for school programming
October 24th 12:00-3:00 $5.00 Admission
Everything is included with admission except raffle tickets for raffle baskets.
-Costume parade (lineup begins at 12:00)
-Trunk or Treat
(Opens at 12:30 - closes when candy is gone)
-Raffles: $1 per ticket
-Great prizes for costumes & trunks
-Hay rides
-Spooky performances
-Cookie decorating
-Games
-Creativity Station
-Photo Booth
-Special Lunch
-*Chili Cook-Off
*Contact tina.mohr@gcj2.k12.wi.us for any questions
Genoa City School District Fall Fest: Annual fundraiser for school programming
October 24th 12:00-3:00 $5.00 Admission
Everything is included with admission except raffle tickets for raffle baskets.
-Costume parade (lineup begins at 12:00)
-Trunk or Treat
(Opens at 12:30 - closes when candy is gone)
-Raffles: $1 per ticket
-Great prizes for costumes & trunks
-Hay rides
-Spooky performances
-Cookie decorating
-Games
-Creativity Station
-Photo Booth
-Special Lunch
-*Chili Cook-Off
*Contact tina.mohr@gcj2.k12.wi.us for any questions

Unity Day - GCJ2 Wear Orange - October 21
October is Bullying Prevention Month. On October 21st, we wear orange to show our united front against bullying. It’s a day to intentionally reinforce kindness, inclusion, and acceptance.
October is Bullying Prevention Month. On October 21st, we wear orange to show our united front against bullying. It’s a day to intentionally reinforce kindness, inclusion, and acceptance.

GCJ2 Scholastic Book Fair! October 22nd-November 4th
The Scholastic Book Fair is coming to BOTH of our schools! Get ready for the newest gotta-read books, best selling series, and favorite characters that students love. Plus, every purchase supports our schools. We can’t wait to have you join us for the Best. Week. Ever!
Come shop the BES or BMS Scholastic Book Fair…onsite or online! 25% of every purchase online from 10/22-11/4 goes directly to benefit our schools!
Available for preorder: the newest Dog Man (A Sprinkle in Time) & Diary of a Wimpy Kid (Fight or Flight)
The Book Fair will also be open for both buildings during grade-level library times.
The BMS Book Fair will also be open during student lunch and recess times.
We ask that elementary students make purchases with parents during public purchasing times unless they come with a note and money from home.
The Book Fair is open to the public during parent/teacher conferences times for both buildings.
Links available starting Oct 22nd:
BES Book Fair Link: https://bookfairs.scholastic.com/bf/brookwoodelementaryschool13
BMS Book Fair Link: https://www.scholastic.com/bf/brookwoodmiddleschool1
Questions? Contact: Helen.Xiong@gcj2.k12.wi.us
The Scholastic Book Fair is coming to BOTH of our schools! Get ready for the newest gotta-read books, best selling series, and favorite characters that students love. Plus, every purchase supports our schools. We can’t wait to have you join us for the Best. Week. Ever!
Come shop the BES or BMS Scholastic Book Fair…onsite or online! 25% of every purchase online from 10/22-11/4 goes directly to benefit our schools!
Available for preorder: the newest Dog Man (A Sprinkle in Time) & Diary of a Wimpy Kid (Fight or Flight)
The Book Fair will also be open for both buildings during grade-level library times.
The BMS Book Fair will also be open during student lunch and recess times.
We ask that elementary students make purchases with parents during public purchasing times unless they come with a note and money from home.
The Book Fair is open to the public during parent/teacher conferences times for both buildings.
Links available starting Oct 22nd:
BES Book Fair Link: https://bookfairs.scholastic.com/bf/brookwoodelementaryschool13
BMS Book Fair Link: https://www.scholastic.com/bf/brookwoodmiddleschool1
Questions? Contact: Helen.Xiong@gcj2.k12.wi.us

Brookwood Schools: Bring your parent to PE!
Come be a part of the fun!
Oct 20 & 21
Parents, we'd love for you to join us in PE class for some active fun, teamwork, and a chance to see what we do!
Middle School Families, find out your child's personal wellness time by contacting Mr. Guth at matt.guth@gcj2.k12.wi.us or by messaging him on your Brookwood app!
Come be a part of the fun!
Oct 20 & 21
Parents, we'd love for you to join us in PE class for some active fun, teamwork, and a chance to see what we do!
Middle School Families, find out your child's personal wellness time by contacting Mr. Guth at matt.guth@gcj2.k12.wi.us or by messaging him on your Brookwood app!

Tuesdays after school from 2:30-3:30
4th-8th Graders
Meet in art room
No art club on Tuesday, November 24th
Last art club date: December 15th
See Mrs. Garrett with questions
4th-8th Graders
Meet in art room
No art club on Tuesday, November 24th
Last art club date: December 15th
See Mrs. Garrett with questions

Brookwood Schools Homecoming Week
Mon, Oct. 12: Western Day: Wear your country western gear, plaid shirts, boots, and hats
Tues, Oct. 13: Neon Day: Wear neon or bright colors
Wed, Oct. 14: Color Day: Playgroup- purple, 4K- orange, 5K- red, 1st- yellow, 2nd- blue, 3rd- green, 4th- purple, 5th- blue, 6th- orange, 7th- pink, & 8th- black
Thurs, Oct. 15: Animal Print or Pajama Day: Wear wild animal print or comfortable sleepwear
Fri, Oct. 16: Mustang Day: Wear Mustang gear
**Community Parade: Friday, Oct. 16 at 4:45 pm - downtown Lake Geneva
** Football Game: Friday, Oct. 16 at 7 pm
Mon, Oct. 12: Western Day: Wear your country western gear, plaid shirts, boots, and hats
Tues, Oct. 13: Neon Day: Wear neon or bright colors
Wed, Oct. 14: Color Day: Playgroup- purple, 4K- orange, 5K- red, 1st- yellow, 2nd- blue, 3rd- green, 4th- purple, 5th- blue, 6th- orange, 7th- pink, & 8th- black
Thurs, Oct. 15: Animal Print or Pajama Day: Wear wild animal print or comfortable sleepwear
Fri, Oct. 16: Mustang Day: Wear Mustang gear
**Community Parade: Friday, Oct. 16 at 4:45 pm - downtown Lake Geneva
** Football Game: Friday, Oct. 16 at 7 pm

Last week, 7th-grade scientists went into the forest and studied microhabitats! Check out some of the things they found.





YEARBOOKS! Reserve your yearbook now! Order online at: yearbookforever.com
New this year: ALL orders are due by January 15th
Questions? Contact: kim.garrett@gcj2.k12.wi.us
New this year: ALL orders are due by January 15th
Questions? Contact: kim.garrett@gcj2.k12.wi.us

The state wide Battle of the Books competition is BACK at Brookwood!
Sign-ups are now OPEN for 4th–8th grade students! Battle of the Books is a fun reading competition where teams read a selection of books and then compete online to see who can remember the most and become the ultimate book champions vs other schools throughout the state!
Interested in joining? Contact Mrs. Xiong to be part of a team!
A special THANK YOU to Ms. Hannah from the Genoa City Public Library for helping us kick things off last year and bringing this awesome competition back to Brookwood! Here are some of the students who competed in an internal competition to help grow interest! Thank you to Mrs. Erickson for help help in supporting our 4/5 team last year too!! We’re excited to keep the reading—and the friendly competition—going!


BMS Weekly Communication: Mr. Lubus
Please see the following newsletter from your BMS principal, Mr. Lubus: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1QRORCKQaF6XKHxNBp35FY__befsc5DS6/view
Please see the following newsletter from your BMS principal, Mr. Lubus: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1QRORCKQaF6XKHxNBp35FY__befsc5DS6/view

