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
BMS Brookwood News: https://youtu.be/DzkNxdOYJMQ
Brookwood News is created by our Brookwood Middle School students— from start to finish. Students research stories, write scripts, film segments, and edit each episode as part of their learning experience.
While topics may include current events or health-related information, the perspectives and messaging shared are developed by students as part of classroom discussion and media literacy work. These broadcasts are intended to showcase student creativity and critical thinking, not official district statements.
Thank you for supporting our student journalists!
Brookwood News is created by our Brookwood Middle School students— from start to finish. Students research stories, write scripts, film segments, and edit each episode as part of their learning experience.
While topics may include current events or health-related information, the perspectives and messaging shared are developed by students as part of classroom discussion and media literacy work. These broadcasts are intended to showcase student creativity and critical thinking, not official district statements.
Thank you for supporting our student journalists!
☕️ Café Day in ELA! 📚
Our 6th-grade ELA students in Mrs. Brockway's class got to celebrate all their hard work with a fun Café Day! Students chose their favorite drinks and treats from their classroom menu, enjoyed some time together, and put their Greek mythology knowledge to the test with a few fun games.
Way to work hard, Mustangs!
Our 6th-grade ELA students in Mrs. Brockway's class got to celebrate all their hard work with a fun Café Day! Students chose their favorite drinks and treats from their classroom menu, enjoyed some time together, and put their Greek mythology knowledge to the test with a few fun games.
Way to work hard, Mustangs!
BMS Pokémon Club! 4th-8th Graders!
Interested in joining? There are still spots available!
Questions? Contact: justin.gunnip@gcj2.k12.wi.us
When: Every Thursday
Time: 2:35-3:25
Location: Mr. Gunnip's Math Room at BMS
Interested in joining? There are still spots available!
Questions? Contact: justin.gunnip@gcj2.k12.wi.us
When: Every Thursday
Time: 2:35-3:25
Location: Mr. Gunnip's Math Room at BMS
BMS Art Club
Grades 4th-8th
Tuesdays after school, starting Tuesday, October 5th
Meet in the BMS art room
See Mrs. Garrett with questions!
Grades 4th-8th
Tuesdays after school, starting Tuesday, October 5th
Meet in the BMS art room
See Mrs. Garrett with questions!
7th & 8th: Build My Future
Build My Future SE WI is an unforgettable, hands-on experience held each fall that opens the door to the world of skilled construction trades for both high school and middle school students.
This dynamic event is brought to life through a powerful partnership between the Lakeland Builders Association and the Racine Kenosha Builders Association, and it all comes together thanks to the incredible generosity of our sponsors and the high energy and dedication of our passionate exhibitors.
Questions: Contact your child's 7th or 8th grade teachers
Build My Future SE WI is an unforgettable, hands-on experience held each fall that opens the door to the world of skilled construction trades for both high school and middle school students.
This dynamic event is brought to life through a powerful partnership between the Lakeland Builders Association and the Racine Kenosha Builders Association, and it all comes together thanks to the incredible generosity of our sponsors and the high energy and dedication of our passionate exhibitors.
Questions: Contact your child's 7th or 8th grade teachers
6th Grade: Camp Wonderland
October 7th & 8th to Camp
October 9th ONLY 6th - No School
Questions: Contact 6th Grade Teacher
October 7th & 8th to Camp
October 9th ONLY 6th - No School
Questions: Contact 6th Grade Teacher
Students had the day off today, but our staff was hard at work learning together! 📚
We dug deeper into how to use classroom evidence and student work to understand what students need, give useful feedback, and adjust instruction. We also explored positive psychology and practical ways to support well-being and connection at school.
Members of our own staff members led an important conversation about the danger of labels and how we can better see and support each student as an individual.
Days like today give our team time to reflect, share ideas, and bring new strategies back to our classrooms. We’re looking forward to seeing our students again tomorrow! 💙
Please see the following newsletter from your BMS principal, Mr. Lubus:
https://drive.google.com/file/d/1EeNbxzu0DFnFgWi5x2Y_HyRFWdynsSsW/view?usp=sharing
GCJ2 Annual Go Gold Walk: From hoofbeats to heartbeats - fighting pediatric cancer together - Genoa City Joint 2 School District.
Shout-out to all the students and staff for going gold today to help raise awareness for pediatric cancer! Thank you to all those who also donated to Kisses From Friends to support their work in helping local families affected by pediatric cancer.
Thank you to our Brookwood PTO for volunteering and the Genoa City Police Department for being a part of our walk!
Shout-out to all the students and staff for going gold today to help raise awareness for pediatric cancer! Thank you to all those who also donated to Kisses From Friends to support their work in helping local families affected by pediatric cancer.
Thank you to our Brookwood PTO for volunteering and the Genoa City Police Department for being a part of our walk!
Please see the following newsletter from your BMS principal, Mr. Lubus:
https://drive.google.com/file/d/1Cx4yRLuqSMj7SP4lSwNMFF2BYtVcmrq6/view
https://drive.google.com/file/d/1Cx4yRLuqSMj7SP4lSwNMFF2BYtVcmrq6/view
💛 Going Gold for Childhood Cancer Awareness! 💛
Today, junior board members of the Kisses From Friends Junior Board spoke to our middle school students about going gold tomorrow for the annual GCJ2 Gold Walk! 🎗️
They shared more about the work Kisses From Friends does to support local families affected by childhood cancer and how students can get involved and become part of the foundation’s mission. 💛
Learn more about Kisses From Friends or make a donation here: www.kissesfromfriends.org
Don’t forget to Go Gold tomorrow for the Gold Walk!!
BMS Brookwood News: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Ctztw3CYoLM
Brookwood News is created by our Brookwood Middle School students— from start to finish. Students research stories, write scripts, film segments, and edit each episode as part of their learning experience.
While topics may include current events or health-related information, the perspectives and messaging shared are developed by students as part of classroom discussion and media literacy work. These broadcasts are intended to showcase student creativity and critical thinking, not official district statements.
Thank you for supporting our student journalists!
Brookwood News is created by our Brookwood Middle School students— from start to finish. Students research stories, write scripts, film segments, and edit each episode as part of their learning experience.
While topics may include current events or health-related information, the perspectives and messaging shared are developed by students as part of classroom discussion and media literacy work. These broadcasts are intended to showcase student creativity and critical thinking, not official district statements.
Thank you for supporting our student journalists!
Fall Hangout - Celebrate a New School Year
Grade 4-8
Friday, September 25th from 2:45-4:30
BMS Gym & Cafeteria / Open Gym, Just Dance, Crafts, Concessions, Board Games, & Legos
Questions: tina.mohr@gcj2.k12.wi.us
**turn in permission slips by Thursday morning, September 25th**
Grade 4-8
Friday, September 25th from 2:45-4:30
BMS Gym & Cafeteria / Open Gym, Just Dance, Crafts, Concessions, Board Games, & Legos
Questions: tina.mohr@gcj2.k12.wi.us
**turn in permission slips by Thursday morning, September 25th**
Fall Fest: Genoa City Schools & Village Partnership
Save the Date: October 24:
Raffle baskets, lunch, kids' games, crafts, drama production, hay ride, trunk-or-treat, & costume parade
$5 per person // 12-3 // 1020 Hunters Ridge Drive / Brookwood Middle School
More information: tina.mohr@gcj2.k12.wi.us - fall fest coordinator
Contact Tina if interested in hosting a trunk!
Something SPOOKY is coming!
Mark your calendars for Fall Fest on October 24th from 12–3 PM! 🍂🕸️
Come join us for an afternoon of fall fun, festive frights, and plenty of treats! 🧡🖤 You won’t want to miss this fa-boo-lous event! If interested in hosting a trunk or volunteering, please get in touch with Ms. Mohr at tina.mohr@gcj2.k12.wi.us
FREE Community Fitness Center Reopens October 19th!!
(Open October 19th - April 14th, 2027)
Mondays & Wednesdays, 5:30-7:30pm at BMS *during regularly scheduled school days*
Create your best YOU at Brookwood's FREE Community Fitness Center. Questions? Just email: helen.xiong@gcj2.k12.wi.us
Open to all 16 and older. Those under 16 must have a parent present at all times in the Fitness Room.
(Open October 19th - April 14th, 2027)
Mondays & Wednesdays, 5:30-7:30pm at BMS *during regularly scheduled school days*
Create your best YOU at Brookwood's FREE Community Fitness Center. Questions? Just email: helen.xiong@gcj2.k12.wi.us
Open to all 16 and older. Those under 16 must have a parent present at all times in the Fitness Room.
Yearbooks! 2027 Yearbooks are on sale now for just $25.00. Order online at yearbookforever.com or send cash or check for $25 to your child's school office. Questions? Contact: kim.garrett@gcj2.k12.wi.us
7th & 8th Grade Families! Come learn about this trip—what all the students will do and see—and the many tools available to help families pay for this incredible opportunity.
Parents of 7th and 8th grade students are invited to attend the meeting on Monday, September 21 at 5:30 in the BMS Cafeteria to learn more about the upcoming Washington, D.C. trip. The trip is offered every other year to our 7th and 8th graders. We hope you will come to learn more about this exciting opportunity.
Not able to attend that evening? Please reach out to Ms. Bullock at karen.bullock@gcj2.k12.wi.us for more information.
Financial assistance, affordable payment plans, and easy-to-use fundraising programs are available.
Our trip ID is 224813
worldstrides.com/register
800-468-5899
Finding Our Place at Brookwood!
BMS wrapped up the first week of school by bringing students together for a special Welcome Back Assembly focused on an important message: Everyone has a place at Brookwood!
We celebrated some of the amazing student artwork featured throughout our school materials this year.
We highlighted the many clubs, sports, activities, and opportunities available for students to get involved, try something new, and find where they belong.
And, of course, we had some fun! Students participated in games and challenges that reminded us that Brookwood is at its best when everyone contributes, supports one another, and helps others feel like they belong.
Whether it's in the classroom, on a team, in a club, or simply through the friendships we build, there are so many ways to find your place at Brookwood.
Find your place. Own your place. Help someone else find theirs.
We are excited for a great year ahead!
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