Please join us as our school based mental health service partner, PSG, hosts another Zoom session to help support our students and families during the school closure. Please reach out to julia.garczynski@gcj2.k12.wi.us on questions you have or concerns you are experiencing during this challenging time. Stay tuned for more information along with the link to connect! https://tinyurl.com/yd5hkv55
May is Mental Health Month
Everyone feels sad or low sometimes. These feelings usually pass with a little time. Depression——is a mood disorder where symptoms last for at least two weeks. These affect how you feel, think, and handle daily activities, such as sleeping, eating, social interactions and school/work. Children as young as the age of three can show signs of depression. 1 in 20 children will experience depression before the age of 18. If you have concerns about your child and depression. Please feel free to reach out to one of our school counselors.
This resource image and information was pulled by our guidance counselors from https://forresttalley.com/blog-anxiety-depression-trauma-ptsd-positivepsychology/yu20jawqhzyugain7wo8lbtg0ky2xz. This resource site/resource is not associated with the ideas and/or opinions of Genoa City Joint 2 School District and was used as just a resource reference.
May is Mental Health Month
The pre-teen and teen years are a roller coaster of emotions and behaviors. This makes it hard for parents to decide if what behaviors they are seeing are cause for concern or normal. If you have questions about your child's behavior please feel free to reach out to our school counselors.
This resource image was pulled by our guidance counselors from mentalhealthfirstaid.org. This resource site/resource is not associated with the ideas and/or opinions of Genoa City Joint 2 School District and was used as just a resource reference.
We know some of our friends have been worried about our school buildings. Don’t worry! The buildings are in good hands...we have some new friends keeping their eye on things! #BrookwoodsBest
Our BFO will be having a virtual BFO meeting to wrap up this school year and we hope you can join! The meeting is scheduled for May 19th at 6:30 pm virtually!
This is how you can attend virtually:
Go to:
meet.google.com
Enter code:
GCJ2BFO
**If you use a chrome browser and are attending through a computer, we recommend you add the extension "grid view" to your browser for easier viewing. If you need support during the meeting or before the meeting, please feel free to reach out to Helen Xiong in regards to set up at 262-949-9889 or helen.xiong@gcj2.k12.wi.us
To view past and current BFO documents and the upcoming agenda please click here: https://tinyurl.com/y8sfrm4o
Our BFO will be having a virtual BFO meeting to wrap up this school year and we hope you can join!
This is how you can attend virtually:
Go to:
meet.google.com
Enter code:
GCJ2BFO
**If you use a chrome browser, we recommend you add the extension "grid view" to your browser for easier viewing. If you need support during the meeting or before the meeting, please feel free to reach out to Helen Xiong in regards to set up at 262-949-9889 or helen.xiong@gcj2.k12.wi.us
To view past and current BFO documents and the upcoming agenda please click here: https://tinyurl.com/y8sfrm4o
Thank you! Thank you! Thank you! To our BFO and Brookwood Families—they have generously donated a Keurig to each of our school buildings for our teachers in celebration of Teacher Appreciation Week! These Keurig’s will be donated in the fall by the BFO. GCJ2 is thankful for all of the continued support of our District. Have a great restful weekend, Mustangs! #BrookwoodsBest
Here is your Mustang Message from your principals! Have a great weekend, Mustangs!
We miss you!
#BrookwoodsBest
BES: https://youtu.be/iMCEWwvP23U
BMS: https://youtu.be/KjukubsGVl0
Brookwood Families,
If your family would like a supplemental food box for May, please email our Superintendent Kellie Bohn kellie.bohn@gcj2.k12.wi.us or call the school at 262-279-1053.
May boxes can be picked up on May 13th from 11-12:30 at Brookwood Middle School.
It's our last day of our Virtual Teacher Celebration Week and we can't wait to see what you share with us for today. Whether you have a child currently at Brookwood or if you're an alumni....we love hearing about your most memorable memories/experiences at Brookwood...so share them with us!! What are your most memorable memories/experiences at Brookwood and what teachers were a part of it?
#BrookwoodsBest
Did you order your yearbook yet? They will be arriving soon. If you are unsure, please contact tina.mohr@gcj2.k12.wi.us You may order the yearbook at www.yearbookforever.com #BrookwoodsBest
Although it is important we physically distance ourselves, the Genoa City Joint 2 School District is dedicated in ensuring the social and emotional needs for our Brookwood family is met. Our school counselors will be working virtually to ensure that you and your family are supported. They will be available to talk with you via Google hangouts, email, and/or phone calls. Please fill out the form below if you and/or your child(ren) would like to connect with one or both of our School Counselors: April Fitzsimmons and/or Kalyn Obry.
Reach out for help if you need it - we're in this together, Mustangs. Please also feel free to reach out directly to our Director of Pupil Services Julia Garczynski at Julia.Garczynski@gcj2.k12.wi.us
https://tinyurl.com/shg2cwj
This week is flying by! We are on Day 4 of our Teacher Appreciate Week! Take some time to make a sign and take a selfie with it to send it to your teachers to show your appreciation! #BrookwoodsBest
We know it’s tough to be at home, not being able to get out of the house, possibly trying to work and/or help with e-learning while also parenting. Here are some parenting tips when you feel like you’ve tried everything.
https://tinyurl.com/yd77dq6o
This resource image was pulled by our guidance counselors from parentwithapro.com. This resource site/resource is not associated with the ideas and/or opinions of Genoa City Joint 2 School District and was used as just a resource reference.
Mustangs! It's a beautiful day out....so let's do our Three Collective Breaths outdoor to get some fresh air and sunshine! Staying active not only on the sunny days but also the gloomy days is a great way to keep moving forward and taking one day at a time. #BrookwoodsBest
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vU7sOPZEGU8&feature=youtu.be
Did you know that today is National Nurses Day? Let's give a shout out by commenting below to our District Nurse Heather Hoerth! Thank you for all that you do Mrs. Hoerth! #BrookwoodsBest
It's Day 3 of our Teacher Appreciation Week! How many Brookwood Teachers can you and/or you child name?! Are you up for a challenge?! What about past Brookwood teachers? Let's celebrate ALL teachers!! Comment on our Facebook all the teachers you can name! #BrookwoodsBest
This week for Well Check Wednesday, our District School Nurse Heather Hoerth will be talking about COVID-19 symptoms. Please know that she is here to help. Feel free to contact her with questions at 262-279-1053 or heather.hoerth@gcj2.k12.wi.us.
https://youtu.be/iHlD1NVzTfQ
5/5/20 District Update: Important Dates & Reminders https://tinyurl.com/ycxuzz4e
Thank you to the BFO -- Brookwood Families for your continuous support of our District. These gift bags from you all are truly appreciated by all of our teachers. Thank you for helping us celebrate the GREAT teachers we have in our District. https://youtu.be/4fu34rBn6dc #BrookwoodsBest