Brookwood Families,
please see the following letter from Superintendent Paul Weber regarding the after-school care program:
https://drive.google.com/file/d/18IIyPOyQc0Oo74UQrSdSj3GVHK8njrLa/view?usp=sharing
please see the following letter from Superintendent Paul Weber regarding the after-school care program:
https://drive.google.com/file/d/18IIyPOyQc0Oo74UQrSdSj3GVHK8njrLa/view?usp=sharing
Thankful for two days with the LCC K-9 Comfort Dogs for supporting our elementary and middle school during this time of profound loss. The LCC K-9 Comfort Dog Ministry is a national, human-care ministry whose specially trained Golden Retrievers and dedicated handlers serve communities during times of crisis, loss, and stress.
The comfort dogs and their dedicated handlers joined us on very short notice, offering a calm, compassionate presence to students and staff as we navigated grief together. Their gentle interactions provided moments of peace, reassurance, and connection—often when words were difficult to find. For many in our community, these small moments of comfort made a meaningful difference.
We are deeply grateful and thankful for their willingness to walk alongside our school community and provide support with such care and kindness. Their presence left a lasting impact on our students and staff, and we will always be appreciative of the comfort they brought during this difficult time. Truly, these small moments of comfort and care made a significant difference for us.
Thank you....thank you.....thank you!!
Please see the following notice from Superintendent Paul Weber regarding Mr. Braden’s Service Information and Obituary Link:
https://drive.google.com/file/d/1qNBqsvbTU0VV2jhJtcU2GlMZJQPYLwmk/view?usp=sharing
https://drive.google.com/file/d/1qNBqsvbTU0VV2jhJtcU2GlMZJQPYLwmk/view?usp=sharing
The Brookwood school community would like to extend our heartfelt gratitude to the LCC K-9 Comfort Dogs Ministry for supporting our elementary and middle school during this time of profound loss. The LCC K-9 Comfort Dog Ministry is a national, human-care ministry whose specially trained Golden Retrievers and dedicated handlers serve communities during times of crisis, loss, and stress.
The comfort dogs and their dedicated handlers joined us on very short notice, offering a calm, compassionate presence to students and staff as we navigated grief together. Their gentle interactions provided moments of peace, reassurance, and connection—often when words were difficult to find. For many in our community, these small moments of comfort made a meaningful difference.
We are deeply grateful and thankful for their willingness to walk alongside our school community and provide support with such care and kindness. Their presence left a lasting impact on our students and staff, and we will always be appreciative of the comfort they brought during this difficult time. Truly, these small moments of comfort and care made a significant difference for us.
Thank you....thank you.....thank you!!
The comfort dogs and their dedicated handlers joined us on very short notice, offering a calm, compassionate presence to students and staff as we navigated grief together. Their gentle interactions provided moments of peace, reassurance, and connection—often when words were difficult to find. For many in our community, these small moments of comfort made a meaningful difference.
We are deeply grateful and thankful for their willingness to walk alongside our school community and provide support with such care and kindness. Their presence left a lasting impact on our students and staff, and we will always be appreciative of the comfort they brought during this difficult time. Truly, these small moments of comfort and care made a significant difference for us.
Thank you....thank you.....thank you!!
Please see the following message from our Interim Superintendent, Paul Weber:
It is with great sadness that the Genoa City Joint 2 School District shares the news of the passing of Brookwood Elementary Principal, Luke Braden, who passed away Saturday evening, surrounded by his family.
Luke was a dedicated educational leader who cared deeply for the students, staff, and families of the Brookwood community. His presence in our schools and his impact on our district will be felt for many years to come.
In partnership with the Badger School District, we have put in place supports for students and staff during this difficult time. Counselors, school psychologists, and crisis support personnel will be available at both buildings in the days ahead.
Details regarding services and memorial arrangements will be shared with the community once they are finalized and with the family’s permission. The District will also communicate any necessary administrative transitions to ensure continuity of leadership at the elementary school.
We extend our deepest condolences to Luke’s family, friends, colleagues, and to the many students and families whose lives he touched.
The Brookwood community is strong, and we will support one another as we navigate this loss together.
Sincerely,
Paul Weber
Superintendent
https://drive.google.com/file/d/1PLfC7fAaN4uxqcyBR0wB-qd1NB3GAspF/view?usp=sharing
It is with great sadness that the Genoa City Joint 2 School District shares the news of the passing of Brookwood Elementary Principal, Luke Braden, who passed away Saturday evening, surrounded by his family.
Luke was a dedicated educational leader who cared deeply for the students, staff, and families of the Brookwood community. His presence in our schools and his impact on our district will be felt for many years to come.
In partnership with the Badger School District, we have put in place supports for students and staff during this difficult time. Counselors, school psychologists, and crisis support personnel will be available at both buildings in the days ahead.
Details regarding services and memorial arrangements will be shared with the community once they are finalized and with the family’s permission. The District will also communicate any necessary administrative transitions to ensure continuity of leadership at the elementary school.
We extend our deepest condolences to Luke’s family, friends, colleagues, and to the many students and families whose lives he touched.
The Brookwood community is strong, and we will support one another as we navigate this loss together.
Sincerely,
Paul Weber
Superintendent
https://drive.google.com/file/d/1PLfC7fAaN4uxqcyBR0wB-qd1NB3GAspF/view?usp=sharing
Here is the January Mustang Minute! Make sure to click on the grade levels to view grade level newsletters! BMS & BES calendar links are also linked and available to view via a QR code. Enjoy:
https://drive.google.com/file/d/1NPZ9FVR4NNxHWQI9xbCvAbMjii0a0XDt/view?usp=sharing
https://drive.google.com/file/d/1NPZ9FVR4NNxHWQI9xbCvAbMjii0a0XDt/view?usp=sharing
No School - January 19, 2026
Thank you to all those that donated to the food drive the middle school hosted for the Genoa City Food Pantry: Loaves & Fishes. We are also thankful for those that dropped off toys for the holidays as well!!
2025 BES Winter Extravaganza is just that…. an extravaganza filled with fun and activities and visitors that we hope our students will never forget…hands down a special day everyone looks forward to!! Thank you to all the volunteers who came out to help make it extra special!!
Last week was such a magical week.....we hope that many memories were made that our students will never forget. <3 *more pictures on Facebook*
📚 What you’re seeing in this video:
This video shows how we determine a student’s IRLA reading level. Depending on the level, students may complete different parts of the assessment.
✔️ Phonics Check (early levels): Can they use sound patterns to read words?
✔️ Vocabulary Check: Do they know important words automatically?
✔️ Reading Portion: Can they read a new text and understand it?
Each part helps us find a “just-right” level where students can grow with confidence. 📖
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/shorts/_Uq5jlE9PNY
Follow our Brookwood Parent University Committee on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/t/ZTrsFHpmS/
This video shows how we determine a student’s IRLA reading level. Depending on the level, students may complete different parts of the assessment.
✔️ Phonics Check (early levels): Can they use sound patterns to read words?
✔️ Vocabulary Check: Do they know important words automatically?
✔️ Reading Portion: Can they read a new text and understand it?
Each part helps us find a “just-right” level where students can grow with confidence. 📖
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/shorts/_Uq5jlE9PNY
Follow our Brookwood Parent University Committee on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/t/ZTrsFHpmS/
No School (Dec 22nd-Jan2nd)
See you back at school on Jan 5th!)
See you back at school on Jan 5th!)
Reminder: There is no extended after-school care beyond 3:30 on 12/18 and 12/19.
🎁✨ BES Holiday Door Decorating Contest! ✨🎁
***ALL IMAGES ARE ON FACEBOOK***
Our hallways are full of creativity and cheer — now it’s time to VOTE on FACEBOOK for your favorite decorated staff/classroom door! 🚪🎄✨
Take a look at all the festive doors and show your support by hitting that LIKE button on your favorite one! ❤️
👍 The door with the MOST LIKES wins a special holiday prize for their class! 🎉🎁
🗳️ Last day to vote is Thursday, December 18th!
***ALL IMAGES ARE ON FACEBOOK***
Our hallways are full of creativity and cheer — now it’s time to VOTE on FACEBOOK for your favorite decorated staff/classroom door! 🚪🎄✨
Take a look at all the festive doors and show your support by hitting that LIKE button on your favorite one! ❤️
👍 The door with the MOST LIKES wins a special holiday prize for their class! 🎉🎁
🗳️ Last day to vote is Thursday, December 18th!
Today, members of our Brookwood PTO came together to help organize and package our Families in Need winter clothing boxes for families within our school district that signed up for them. Thank you to our PTO for taking time out of their day to support this program. We also are thankful for Trinity Church for supporting this program with providing Thanksgiving meal bags during break and mittens and gloves for these winter clothing boxes, Lakeland Community Church for supplying breakfast bags to be included with these winter clothing boxes, and our local laundromat, The Lost Sock, for their support and donation towards our Families in Need Program, and Herner's Hideaway for the travel size toiletry items.
A HUGE shoutout to all those that adopted children and donated monetarily. We cannot run this program without your support and donations.
Not only does your support help these families for essential items for our students like school supplies and winter clothing items but your monetary donations help these children throughout the year for items that support their needs to get them to school and continue to help them grow into greatness!
For more information about this program, please contact Helen Xiong : helen.xiong@gcj2.k12.wi.us
Our 4K Christmas party and concert were full of joy, creativity, and festive fun! Students explored holiday activities including pin art, writing letters to Santa, coloring Christmas pages, building with Christmas pattern blocks, and reading a variety of Christmas stories. They were especially proud to make their own candy cane ornaments to take home.
The highlight of the day was the concert. The students did a wonderful job performing their songs—they sang with confidence and holiday spirit! We are so proud of all their hard work and enthusiasm.
Thank you to our families for supporting this special celebration!
The highlight of the day was the concert. The students did a wonderful job performing their songs—they sang with confidence and holiday spirit! We are so proud of all their hard work and enthusiasm.
Thank you to our families for supporting this special celebration!
Sorry for the #LatePost, Mustangs! But here is this week's Mustang Morning Show!
https://youtu.be/4XNS4B4k3Sc?si=8IBOopmPP1BWFB8a
https://youtu.be/4XNS4B4k3Sc?si=8IBOopmPP1BWFB8a
BMS & BES: Tune in to some festive fun! December 12th-19th Dress-Up Days!
12:
BES -Growing Hearts on Grinch Day (wear green or jammies)
BMS-Frosty Hangout after school until 5pm
15: Blizzard Day- Wear blue and white
16: Magical Hat Day- Wear your favorite hat
17: Sock the Halls- Wear your sparkly or festive socks
18: Festive Fashion Day- Create the most fashionable outfit
19: Dreaming of a White Winter Break- Get cozy and stay in jammies
BMS Mustang Council Candy Cane for Kindness Sales $0.75 each
12:
BES -Growing Hearts on Grinch Day (wear green or jammies)
BMS-Frosty Hangout after school until 5pm
15: Blizzard Day- Wear blue and white
16: Magical Hat Day- Wear your favorite hat
17: Sock the Halls- Wear your sparkly or festive socks
18: Festive Fashion Day- Create the most fashionable outfit
19: Dreaming of a White Winter Break- Get cozy and stay in jammies
BMS Mustang Council Candy Cane for Kindness Sales $0.75 each
BES students will be kicking off winter break by enjoying a day filled with crafts, cookies, stories, sing-alongs, and movies on December 19th!
The 7th and 8th grade Entrepreneurship Class is holding their sale now. You may order a Brookwood bracelet, Christmas ornament, 1.25" button pin (which comes in many designs), or custom engraved keychains and bookmarks. The bookmarks are available in pink, blue, and brown.
The Entrepreneurs will be available at all three concerts to take your order. Community members are welcome to order; orders should be dropped off at Brookwood Middle School. Payment is due at the time of your order, and orders will be filled before Christmas. The deadline for orders is Friday, December 12. If you have any questions, please contact Ms. Bullock at karen.bullock@gcj2.k12.wi.us
The Entrepreneurs will be available at all three concerts to take your order. Community members are welcome to order; orders should be dropped off at Brookwood Middle School. Payment is due at the time of your order, and orders will be filled before Christmas. The deadline for orders is Friday, December 12. If you have any questions, please contact Ms. Bullock at karen.bullock@gcj2.k12.wi.us
