Good Morning Brooks Families:
As we observe this Presidents Day, I am reminded of the words our 44th president shared with us in his farewell speech. These words are so inspiring as we work toward building a strong community.
"So regardless of the station that we occupy, we all have to try harder. We all have to start with the premise that each of our fellow citizens loves this country just as much as we do, that they value hard work and family [equity and access] just like we do. That their children are just as curious and hopeful and worthy of love as our own.
And that's not easy to do. For too many of us, it's become safer to retreat into our own bubbles, whether in our neighborhoods or on college campuses or places of worship or especially our social media feeds, surrounded by people who look like us and share the same political outlook and never challenge our assumptions."
Orchestra Concert 2/21 & Band Concert 2/23
Please join our talented student-musicians and Mr. Carrillo & Mr. Barnard for a night of wonderful music. Show starts at 7pm on both days in the Brooks auditorium.
Best Buddies Talent Show 2/25
A big thanks to Ms. Hoyer and her team! The annual Best Buddies Talent show starts at 3:30 pm in the Brooks Auditorium. Tickets are $1.
Women looking to do a Peace Circle
A big thanks to Katy Alejos (8th Grade ELA teacher) for organizing an amazing event for women in the community to participate in a restorative justice circle.
Notice regarding Slime/Putty
Students have been bringing homemade slime and/or purchased putty to school. Initially, students were using it responsibly. However, recently, it has become a distraction in the classroom. Additionally, custodians are finding remnants of it in the building. Please require that your student leave their slime and/or putty at home. If it is out in the classroom or throughout the building, it will be confiscated and parents can come pick it up from the office.
Those Who Excel
The Illinois State Board of Education is now accepting nominations for the 2017-2018 Those Who Excel Awards, which honor people who have made outstanding contributions to education. District 97 is currently seeking nominations.
If there is someone you believe should be considered to represent the district in one of the seven categories, please send a brief blurb (one or two paragraphs) about the individual and why you are nominating him/her to [email protected] by Friday, March 3. Click HERE for more info.
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Yours in education,
LeeAndra Khan, Principal