Welcome to the Mustang Family! Eddy Ringsby - BES Principal - beginning 2026-2027 School Year - Genoa City Joint 2 School District
BES Leadership Update
At Monday night’s Board of Education meeting, Mr. Eddy Rigsby was approved as the Principal of Brookwood Elementary School beginning July 1, 2026. He has expressed his excitement to become part of the Brookwood community.
Mr. Rigsby currently serves as Principal of Willow Glen Elementary in Saint Francis and brings over 20 years of experience in education. He is known for his strong commitment to student success, a passion for supporting staff, and a dedication to building meaningful connections with families and the community. As he shared, “I look forward to being able to make a difference with staff, students, and families and support BES in whatever is necessary.”
He is eager to continue the great work at BES and support all students in reaching their full potential.
Please join us in welcoming Mr. Rigsby to the Mustang Family!
Beauty and the Beast Jr. opening night is right around the corner! So, “be our guest” and join us for an unforgettable show.
Performances will be held at Brookwood Middle School:
Thursday, April 30th at 7:00 PM
Friday, May 1st at 7:00 PM
AND
Stay tuned for more information about a special event performance on Saturday at 2:00 PM.
Performances will be held at Brookwood Middle School:
Thursday, April 30th at 7:00 PM
Friday, May 1st at 7:00 PM
AND
Stay tuned for more information about a special event performance on Saturday at 2:00 PM.
Genoa City Joint 2 District: No School March 23rd-27th, 2026: SPRING BREAK
Episode 4: Breaking News! Brought to you by BMS Brookwood News:
https://youtu.be/7TgOUclwl1I?si=PEDRKAAKDx3onCDd
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!
https://youtu.be/7TgOUclwl1I?si=PEDRKAAKDx3onCDd
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!
Our 4th graders had a great time learning how to make bread and butter through Walworth County's 4H Program.....and the best part to it all....is that when it was all done....they got to eat it! Thank you, Walworth County's 4H leaders, for giving us this opportunity!
Please see the following message from Superintendent Paul Weber regarding tonight's school board meeting being rescheduled: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1eMpEVISyPAwRIValrSGXMSYMFCIsWffB/view?usp=sharing
GCJ2 - No School: Monday, March 16, 2026
Please see the following message from Superintendent Paul Weber regarding no school on Monday, March 16, 2026.
https://drive.google.com/file/d/1_7c3jWolqINM2nIvaH5Q2f7kDu-hfOHi/view?usp=sharing
Please see the following message from Superintendent Paul Weber regarding no school on Monday, March 16, 2026.
https://drive.google.com/file/d/1_7c3jWolqINM2nIvaH5Q2f7kDu-hfOHi/view?usp=sharing
This month BMS's character trait is Cooperation!
During classroom guidance with Mrs. Ocker, our 4th and 5th grade students practiced cooperation in a hands-on way by working together through games and building activities like Legos, marble runs, and Lincoln Logs. Students had to communicate, share ideas, listen to one another, and sometimes compromise in order to complete their builds and reach a common goal.
Activities like these help students strengthen important skills such as teamwork, problem-solving, and maintaining a positive attitude when challenges arise. It was great to see students encouraging one another, sharing materials, and celebrating their successes together.
Learning to cooperate helps our students build stronger friendships and become supportive members of our school community!
During classroom guidance with Mrs. Ocker, our 4th and 5th grade students practiced cooperation in a hands-on way by working together through games and building activities like Legos, marble runs, and Lincoln Logs. Students had to communicate, share ideas, listen to one another, and sometimes compromise in order to complete their builds and reach a common goal.
Activities like these help students strengthen important skills such as teamwork, problem-solving, and maintaining a positive attitude when challenges arise. It was great to see students encouraging one another, sharing materials, and celebrating their successes together.
Learning to cooperate helps our students build stronger friendships and become supportive members of our school community!
Grandparents/VIP Day: April 2
**TURN IN FORMS BY MARCH 18**
4K: 9:00am-11:30am
5K-3rd: 10:30am-2:45pm
4th-8th 7:30-Lunch & Recess
**TURN IN FORMS BY MARCH 18**
4K: 9:00am-11:30am
5K-3rd: 10:30am-2:45pm
4th-8th 7:30-Lunch & Recess
“All Students Matter” Day: Every Classmate. Every Student. Matters. Respect and kindness never go out of style.
Students at BMS worked together in their advisories during Kindness Week to create a heart for our We Matter Kindness Tree. Advisory students grappled with the following question: What can I do to help someone feel welcome and included? They came up with a lot of great ways we can continue to create a school community where everyone feels connected and like they belong.
Because when one student feels like they matter, our whole school is stronger. 💛
#KindnessWeek #AllStudentsMatter #BMS
*4th and 5th Grade Students worked on putting kind, positive messages on the lockers for 6th, 7th, and 8th grade students and teachers.*
Students at BMS worked together in their advisories during Kindness Week to create a heart for our We Matter Kindness Tree. Advisory students grappled with the following question: What can I do to help someone feel welcome and included? They came up with a lot of great ways we can continue to create a school community where everyone feels connected and like they belong.
Because when one student feels like they matter, our whole school is stronger. 💛
#KindnessWeek #AllStudentsMatter #BMS
*4th and 5th Grade Students worked on putting kind, positive messages on the lockers for 6th, 7th, and 8th grade students and teachers.*
Dress-Up Days: March 16-20: We are wrapping up our month-long celebration of Read Across America with themed dress-up days!
Monday: Brookwood Loves Books! Wear your Brookwood or blue & white gear
Tuesday: Lucky to be Readers! Wear green
Wednesday: Wordy Wednesday! Wear a shirt with words on it that others have to read
Thursday: Reading is Timeless! Dress up in your favorite decade
Friday: Snuggle Up with a Good Book! Wear your cozy jammies
Monday: Brookwood Loves Books! Wear your Brookwood or blue & white gear
Tuesday: Lucky to be Readers! Wear green
Wednesday: Wordy Wednesday! Wear a shirt with words on it that others have to read
Thursday: Reading is Timeless! Dress up in your favorite decade
Friday: Snuggle Up with a Good Book! Wear your cozy jammies
Eighth graders have been working on one-pager projects in Ms. Metcalf's ELA classes as they wrap up their third novel study of the year on Roll of Thunder, Hear My Cry by Mildred D. Taylor. Students were tasked with showcasing their understanding and interpretation of the novel and its use of various literary elements through a collage that covers one full page, hence its name. This project offers students a creative outlet in which they can highlight what was meaningful to them in the novel. Here's a sampling of their work!
Thank You, Mustang Community!
We want to extend our heartfelt gratitude to everyone who attended, donated, prepared food, created art, and helped serve at this year’s Empty Bowls fundraiser for the Genoa City Loaves & Fishes Food Pantry. Thanks to your generosity and hard work, we raised $735 to support families in our community.
This event was truly a success because of you. We are so grateful for the incredible support, participation, and spirit shown by our Mustang community. The turnout was wonderful, and the impact will be felt by many.
Thank you for making a difference!
We want to extend our heartfelt gratitude to everyone who attended, donated, prepared food, created art, and helped serve at this year’s Empty Bowls fundraiser for the Genoa City Loaves & Fishes Food Pantry. Thanks to your generosity and hard work, we raised $735 to support families in our community.
This event was truly a success because of you. We are so grateful for the incredible support, participation, and spirit shown by our Mustang community. The turnout was wonderful, and the impact will be felt by many.
Thank you for making a difference!
💙 Kindness Week at BMS! 💙
During Kindness Week, BMS focused on how we let others know they matter. “Mattering” is the feeling of being seen, heard, and valued — something every person deeply needs.
Throughout the week, we emphasized that small, everyday actions can make a big impact.
On Monday, BMS started with “You Matter” by focusing on self-care and positive self-talk. Students were able to pick positive affirmations that they connected with and discussed ways to show themselves kindness, including:
✨ Using positive affirmations
💧 Staying hydrated
🥗 Fueling their bodies with healthy food
🧠 Practicing positive self-talk or affirmations
🧘 Taking mindful breaths or quiet moments
👏 Celebrating growth and encouraging themselves
When we take care of ourselves, we’re better able to care for others. 💛
#KindnessWeek #YouMatter #BMS
During Kindness Week, BMS focused on how we let others know they matter. “Mattering” is the feeling of being seen, heard, and valued — something every person deeply needs.
Throughout the week, we emphasized that small, everyday actions can make a big impact.
On Monday, BMS started with “You Matter” by focusing on self-care and positive self-talk. Students were able to pick positive affirmations that they connected with and discussed ways to show themselves kindness, including:
✨ Using positive affirmations
💧 Staying hydrated
🥗 Fueling their bodies with healthy food
🧠 Practicing positive self-talk or affirmations
🧘 Taking mindful breaths or quiet moments
👏 Celebrating growth and encouraging themselves
When we take care of ourselves, we’re better able to care for others. 💛
#KindnessWeek #YouMatter #BMS
BMS March 7/8 Band & Choir Concert on March 11 at BMS 6:30-7:30pm
4th Grade to Seno Conservancy on March 13th.
For more information, please contact your child's teacher.
For more information, please contact your child's teacher.
Saturday Morning Basketball Sign-Up Form
Saturday Morning Basketball is back! Saturday Morning Basketball is open to our Mustangs in grades K-5th.
Saturday Morning Basketball will meet March 7th and March 21st.
This year, Saturday Morning Basketball will operate with an open-gym format. You may bring your Mini Mustangs to the BMS gymnasium any time between 8am-11am on these Saturdays and stay for a short period of time or the whole morning.
All Saturday Morning Basketball will take place in the BMS gymnasium. Please use the side parking lot (by the playground) and enter through Door 5. Parents are welcome to stay - we will have seating set up - or you can drop and go.
This form is to ensure we have contact information on file for any children who show up. You are not obligated to attend every Saturday.
Please fill out a separate form for each student you are signing up.
If you have any questions, please contact Jess Metcalf (jessica.metcalf@gcj2.k12.wi.us).
Go Mustangs!
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Saturday Morning Basketball is back! Saturday Morning Basketball is open to our Mustangs in grades K-5th.
Saturday Morning Basketball will meet March 7th and March 21st.
This year, Saturday Morning Basketball will operate with an open-gym format. You may bring your Mini Mustangs to the BMS gymnasium any time between 8am-11am on these Saturdays and stay for a short period of time or the whole morning.
All Saturday Morning Basketball will take place in the BMS gymnasium. Please use the side parking lot (by the playground) and enter through Door 5. Parents are welcome to stay - we will have seating set up - or you can drop and go.
This form is to ensure we have contact information on file for any children who show up. You are not obligated to attend every Saturday.
Please fill out a separate form for each student you are signing up.
If you have any questions, please contact Jess Metcalf (jessica.metcalf@gcj2.k12.wi.us).
Go Mustangs!
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We are excited to welcome our incoming 4K and 5K families!
Please join us for 4K & 5K Family Registration Night on:
📅 March 4, 2026
⏰ 5:00 PM – 6:30 PM
This special evening is a great opportunity to:
Tour our classrooms
Meet our teachers
Learn more about our school community
Submit your required enrollment paperwork
More information can be found here: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1C1iy-eNLi0Aeih6-DIZMCUvlMeNoKPDU/view?usp=sharing
Please join us for 4K & 5K Family Registration Night on:
📅 March 4, 2026
⏰ 5:00 PM – 6:30 PM
This special evening is a great opportunity to:
Tour our classrooms
Meet our teachers
Learn more about our school community
Submit your required enrollment paperwork
More information can be found here: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1C1iy-eNLi0Aeih6-DIZMCUvlMeNoKPDU/view?usp=sharing
We are excited to offer Yearbook Ads to our eighth-grade families. What an exciting way to celebrate your eighth grader's accomplishments by leaving a special message in the yearbook. Ads are offered in 1/2 page ($50) or 1/4 page ($25). You will write t h e text message and can digitally send in up to 4 photos you'd like to have included in the ad. All ads will be designed with the yearbook theme. Don't delay on ordering your ad! Ads are limited and based on submission date -- all items due by March 20th. Ads can be purchased at yearbookforever.com or by completing the attached order form and submitting with a check payment to Brookwood Schools.
Any questions, please contact Mrs. Garrett at kim.garrett@gcj2.k12.wi.us
Any questions, please contact Mrs. Garrett at kim.garrett@gcj2.k12.wi.us
