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Dress Code
Please review our dress code guidelines for the upcoming school year. Our dress code is designed to support a comfortable, inclusive, and respectful learning environment for all students.
Important Start-of-School Dates
Monday, August 17
Auxiliary program registration released to parents (Early Birds, After School, Enrichment Classes, Music Lessons)
Wednesday, August 19
EC1, EC2, K Class Lists shared with families
Monday, August 24
Auxiliary program registration closes
Tuesday, August 25
Kindergarten Home Visits (please refer to email from your teacher for day/time)
Thursday, August 27
Grades 1 - 8 Class Lists/Advisors shared with families
Early Childhood 1 & Early Childhood 2 Home Visits (please refer to email from your teacher for day/time)
Wednesday, September 2
4:00 - 5:30 p.m. New Parent Orientation
5:30 - 7:30 p.m. New Parent Gathering
Tuesday, September 8
Morning: New Student Orientation (please refer to email from the Admissions Office for your child’s specific time)
1:00 - 2:00 p.m. Optional Returning Student Meet & Greet
Wednesday, September 9
First Day of School
Following drop off, join the PA on the Courtyard for Coffee and conversation!
10:15 a.m. Opening School Meeting
2:30 p.m. Fall Athletics begin for Upper School
After School Program begins
Thursday, September 10
8:30 a.m. Upper School Head Coffee for Grades 5 & 6 Parents
Early Birds Program begins
2:30 p.m. Fall Athletics for Upper School
Friday, September 11
8:30 a.m. Upper School Head Coffee For Grades 7 & 8 Parents
10:15 a.m. 70th Anniversary School Meeting
2:00 p.m. Fall Athletics for Upper School
Rosh Hashana begins at sundown
Monday, September 14 - Wednesday, September 16
Grade 7 goes to Camp Caribou (overnight trip)
Grade 8 goes to Farm School (overnight trip)
Monday, September 14
8:45 a.m Public School Informational Panel for Grade 8 Parents
Friday, September 18
10:15 a.m. School Meeting
4:30 - 6:00 p.m. Start of School BBQ [RSVP]
Join us as we celebrate the start of a new school year! Bring the whole family to the courtyard for an evening of food, fun, and lively conversation. Reconnect with familiar faces, meet new classmates, and toast to a great year ahead!
New Employees
New to the Administration Team:
- David Donato, Director of Physical Plant
- Melissa Larocque, Director of Enrollment
In addition to the team members above, we are also excited to announce several internal transitions and new roles:
- Sid Adams, Coordinator of Community & Belonging, and Performing Arts Coordinator
- Tasha Anderson, Grade 2 Teacher
- Dan Hogan, Lower School Spanish & World Culture Teacher
- Jamie Hyland, Assistant Director of Learning Skills
- Elise Koretz, Director of Teaching
- David Saunders, Director of Innovation, Changemaking, & Technology
- Tiffany Wilson, Early Childhood 2 Teacher
Helpful Resources
Homeroom and Advisory TeamsLower School
Early Childhood Program 1: Emily Froeschl, Katherine Harris, & Maitland Bailey
Early Childhood Program 2: Allison Coppola, Adria Saunders, Tiffany Wilson & Ava Natola
Kindergarten: Lydia Gilman, Pam Hawes, & Kate Hill, Abigail Seely
Grade 1: Sarah Dawe, Jeff Wilfahrt & Lucy Hassler, Gwen Schatz
Grade 2: Katie Swanton, Tasha Anderson
Grade 3: Lydia Lawrence, Wendy Panchy
Grade 4: Kaersten Lampe, Brittany Tutalo
Upper School
Grade 5 Advisors: Sid Adams, Lisa Burns, Talia Mailman, Emily Norton
Grade 6 Advisors: Pete Brandt, Kate Hickenlooper, Jess Lenci, Lauren Rossi
Grade 7 Advisors: Monika Carbochova, Evan Diamond, Edith Fouser, Maureen Gedney
Grade 8 Advisors: Pete Abramson, Ray Falconer, Kathy Stewart, Peter Twadell
Auxiliary Program Registration Opens August 17IMPORTANT DATES
Registration opens: Monday, August 17 at 6:00 p.m.
Fall Enrichment registration closes: Wednesday, August 26
Early Birds & After School registration: Remains open throughout the school year, though we encourage families to register as early as possible so we can staff appropriately. [If you have questions about adding or requesting a change to your Early Birds or After School enrollment after registering, please contact [email protected]. We'll be happy to discuss your options.]
Preview this fall's enrichment offerings [Fall Enrichment Catalog]
NEW THIS YEAR: HOMEROOM
We're excited to introduce Homeroom, a new registration platform designed specifically for auxiliary programs.
Beginning August 17, you'll access Homeroom directly through the Veracross Parent Portal. Because Homeroom integrates with Veracross, there is no need to create a new account or password.
Through Homeroom, you'll be able to:
Register for Early Birds, After School, and Enrichment programs
View all of your child's auxiliary registrations in one place
Review program information, billing, and registration policies
As in previous years, auxiliary program tuition will continue to be billed through Blackbaud.
REGISTRATION CHANGES
We know plans can change as the school year approaches.
Fall Enrichment classes: families may make changes through August 24 at 11:59 p.m. During this grace period, you may adjust your child's enrollment without penalty. After that date, refunds can only be issued if another family is able to take the vacated spot from a waitlist.
Early Birds & After School: If you have questions about adding or requesting a change to your Early Birds or After School enrollment after registering, please contact [email protected]. We'll be happy to discuss your options.
MUSIC LESSONS
Families interested in before- or after-school music lessons should complete the Music Lesson Interest Form, which will be available in the Veracross Parent Portal beginning Monday, August 17.
Please complete the form whether your child is:
a returning music student or enrolling for the first time
The form closes on Wednesday, August 26.
Music instructors will begin contacting families about scheduling during the week of August 31. While instructors will do their best to accommodate scheduling preferences, we cannot guarantee a specific instructor or lesson time.
SCHEDULING SKILLS SESSIONS
If your child will also participate in Skills, please let Mayumi Morash know about your family's interests and plans in regards to music lessons or enrichment classes. We work closely together to coordinate schedules.
SCHOOL MEETING BAND
Unlike other auxiliary programs, School Meeting Band registration takes place after the school year begins. Please see the timeline below. This year, Varsity School Meeting Band will be offered at no cost in recognition of its unique role supporting School Meetings and community events. JV School Meeting Band will remain a tuition-based auxiliary program, reflecting its instructional format and coaching for developing musicians.
School Meeting Band Timeline
September 9–18 | Mr. Luman meets with interested students during the school day
September 11–18 | Families receive placement information and confirm participation
Week of September 22 | Morning rehearsals begin:
Varsity School Meeting Band (Gr. 7–8): Thursdays & Fridays, 7:30–8:00 a.m.
JV School Meeting Band (Gr. 4–6): Tuesdays & Wednesdays, 7:30–8:00 a.m.
PROGRAM START DATES
After School: Wednesday, September 9
Early Birds: Thursday, September 10
Music Lessons, School Meeting Band & Fall Enrichment: Tuesday, September 22
QUESTIONS?
Registration: Trisha & Sophie ([email protected])
Billing: Betsy Smith ([email protected])
We look forward to another wonderful year with your children!
Hours of Operation7:30 - 8:00 a.m. | Early Birds
8:00 - 8:20 a.m. | Morning Drop-off
8:20 a.m. | School Starts
3:00 p.m. | Lower School Dismissal (M-F), Upper School Dismissal (F)
4:00 p.m. | Upper School Dismissal (M-Th)
4:10 p.m. | Buses Depart (3:10 p.m. F)
3:00 - 5:30 p.m. | After School
Morning Drop-off & Afternoon DismissalLower School (Early Childhood – Grade 4):
Enter Dan Wise Way and drop off / pick up at the Godfrey Portico. Early Childhood families may either drop off at the door under the portico or park in the Science Lot and walk their child into the building. Please note that parking in the Science Lot is limited. [Specifics for EC2 are outlined in an email from Early Childhood Teachers] Exit via Brookwood Road.
Upper School (Grades 5–8):
Enter Brookwood Road and drop off / pick up in the Front Courtyard.
Afternoon Dismissal/Pick-up Note:
Monday through Friday, enter Brookwood Road and pick up on the Front Courtyard. On Fridays and early dismissal days when the full school dismisses at the same time, Lower School students with an Upper School sibling(s) will be brought to the Front Courtyard for dismissal. Dismissal begins at 4:00 p.m. Mondays–Thursdays, and 3:00 p.m. on Fridays.
*Please place your name-placard in the visor for afternoon dismissal/pick-up.
AttendanceStudents arriving after 8:20 a.m. sign in at the front office. Lower School parents sign in their child(ren) and Upper School students can sign themselves in. Please contact the front office by phone at (978) 526-4500 or email [email protected] by 9:00 a.m. if your child is going to be absent/late or you are running late for afternoon pick-up.
Early DismissalsWe require an authorized adult to sign out any student leaving school before the regular time, rather than allowing the students to sign themselves out. The sign-out sheet is located by the front desk. In addition, we ask that all students expecting to be signed out early wait INSIDE THE BUILDING in the front lobby for the adult who is signing them out. Please apprise any relatives or caretakers who drive your child(ren) about this policy to help us ensure the safety and whereabouts of all our students.
ParkingParking is available in the lot across from Cutler Pond and along Brookwood Road in the Game Day Parking area. Brookwood Road is the primary road to a number of neighbors. Thank you in advance for parking in designated areas only and ensuring safe access for all vehicles.
As part of Brookwood’s safety and security measures, we ask that cars parked on campus have an identification sticker. If you need a new sticker, please stop by the front desk or email [email protected]. Please place the sticker on the rear window of the driver’s side of the vehicle
Affinity GroupsStudent Affinity Group gatherings are optional and casual. Students across grade levels meet and get to know other students with whom they share a special connection. Current student affinity groups include:
- LGBTQ+ and allies (Grades 2 - 4 and Grades 5 - 8)
- Students of Color (Grades 2 - 4 and Grades 5 - 8)
- Neurodiversity (Grades 2 - 4 and Grades 5 - 8)
In addition to written parent communication in advance of the first affinity group meeting (in classroom newsletters), the LS Division Head will email specifically to parents of Lower School students who have expressed interest in participating in any affinity group prior to the first group meeting for parent permission. If parents do not wish for their child to participate, they can inform the LS Division Head at that time.
Family Affinity Groups are optional and casual gatherings open for all family members to attend. Brookwood offers two family gatherings for each of the following affinity groups per year to get families across grade levels to get to know each other with whom they share a special connection. Current family affinity groups include:
- LGBTQ+
- Families of Color
- Neurodiversity
Standard Health ProtocolsPlease have children stay home with:
- Fever: if a child has a temperature of 100.0 or greater, your child should not be at school. Children must be fever free, without medication, for 24 hours before returning to school.
- Vomiting/diarrhea: your child should stay home and be free of symptoms for at least 24 hours.
- Flu/Covid: are treated like any other virus or illness. Children must be symptom free and fever free for 24 hours.
- Strep Throat and Conjunctivitis: May return to school 24 hours after antibiotics start and symptoms have improved.
- Respiratory Illness: a child with significant coughing or nasal discharge should remain home.
Parents are expected to notify the school if their child contracts a contagious illness such as strep throat, chicken pox or head lice.
To contact School Nurse Tanya Parker, please email [email protected] or call 978-526-4500 x6211
Snack & Birthday Treat Guide *Updated Policy*Please provide your student with a nutritious morning and afternoon snack daily that meets our allergy guidelines noted below. We ask that students do not bring candy, soda, or chewing gum to school. Students will store snacks from home in their locker or cubby, and no refrigeration will be available. Snacks from home will be available to your child during regularly scheduled snack times, including our after school and athletics programs.
Tree nuts, peanuts, and other food allergies pose a very serious risk to students in our community. In an effort to promote a safe environment for all, outside foods are not allowed with the exception of daily snacks, and outside foods for birthday celebrations are not permitted. Foods containing peanuts, tree nuts, nut products, or nut oils are not allowed on campus in snacks brought by students. Please read all labels carefully before sending food into school. [Coconut is not considered a nut.]
To mark birthdays in a special way, a new tradition was introduced in 2025 — Birthdays with the Head of School — in place of treats brought from home. Students are invited as a group, monthly to celebrate with one another and Mr. Bartlett. Parents and students will be notified of the dates via email and backpack mail.
Brookwood will continue to work closely with students with diagnosed food allergies or medical concerns and their families to ensure we best meet their needs. If you have any questions or concerns about your child’s allergies, or if you need assistance with ingredients, please call our School Nurse at 978-526-4500.
School StoreThe School Store at Brookwood is open and ready for business! Stock up on your green-and-white spirit wear — from cozy sweatshirts and tees to water bottles, hats, and tote bags, we’ve got everything your family needs to show off your Brookwood pride.
You’ll have several opportunities to shop in person during the early days of school:
- Wednesday, September 2 – New Parent Orientation & Gathering | 4:00–7:00 p.m.
- Tuesday, September 8 – New Student Orientation | 8:30 a.m.
- Wednesday, September 9 – First Day of School & Parent Coffee | 8:30–11:00 a.m.
- Friday, September 18 – Start of School BBQ | 4:30–6:30 p.m.
- Thursday, September 24 – Back to School Night | 5:30–8:30 p.m.
The store, located just off the Slate Lobby in Lawton Hall, is also open year-round for self-shopping — just stop by anytime you’re on campus and fill out a purchase form if no adult is available!
If you can’t make it to campus; no worries — Email Deb Chertok and we’ll deliver a dose of Brookwood wherever you are.
Parent Life - On and Around CampusAt Brookwood, families are an essential part of our vibrant community. Our doors are always open, and we encourage you to dive into all that Brookwood has to offer. Be on the lookout for volunteer opportunities—whether it’s lending a hand in the classroom, helping in our library, or assisting the art department, opportunities will be listed in the weekly newsletter.
Massachusetts law requires all school volunteers and employees to complete a background check. If you plan to volunteer or attend field trips at Brookwood this year, we must have your completed form on file.
Each adult volunteer in your family must:
- Print and complete the form
- Include a copy of your driver’s license
- Return both in an envelope to the Business Office (do not email for security reasons)
Parents’ Association
The Brookwood Parents’ Association (PA) is at the heart of our parent and caregiver community, creating opportunities to connect, celebrate, and support the people and programs that make Brookwood such a special place. All parents and caregivers are automatically members of the PA, and there are many ways to get involved, whether you have a few hours to share or are looking for an ongoing role.
Through school-wide events, volunteer opportunities, and community-building initiatives, the PA helps bring families together and strengthen the relationships that define the Brookwood experience. Working closely with families, employees, the Board of Trustees, and school leadership, the PA supports programs and activities that enrich school life for students and families alike.
Interested in getting involved or learning more about the Parents’ Association? We’d love to hear from you! Contact us at [email protected] to connect, ask questions, or find a way to participate.
Lower School
Early Childhood Program 1: Emily Froeschl, Katherine Harris, & Maitland Bailey
Early Childhood Program 2: Allison Coppola, Adria Saunders, Tiffany Wilson & Ava Natola
Kindergarten: Lydia Gilman, Pam Hawes, & Kate Hill, Abigail Seely
Grade 1: Sarah Dawe, Jeff Wilfahrt & Lucy Hassler, Gwen Schatz
Grade 2: Katie Swanton, Tasha Anderson
Grade 3: Lydia Lawrence, Wendy Panchy
Grade 4: Kaersten Lampe, Brittany Tutalo
Upper School
Grade 5 Advisors: Sid Adams, Lisa Burns, Talia Mailman, Emily Norton
Grade 6 Advisors: Pete Brandt, Kate Hickenlooper, Jess Lenci, Lauren Rossi
Grade 7 Advisors: Monika Carbochova, Evan Diamond, Edith Fouser, Maureen Gedney
Grade 8 Advisors: Pete Abramson, Ray Falconer, Kathy Stewart, Peter Twadell
IMPORTANT DATES
Registration opens: Monday, August 17 at 6:00 p.m.
Fall Enrichment registration closes: Wednesday, August 26
Early Birds & After School registration: Remains open throughout the school year, though we encourage families to register as early as possible so we can staff appropriately. [If you have questions about adding or requesting a change to your Early Birds or After School enrollment after registering, please contact [email protected]. We'll be happy to discuss your options.]
Preview this fall's enrichment offerings [Fall Enrichment Catalog]
NEW THIS YEAR: HOMEROOM
We're excited to introduce Homeroom, a new registration platform designed specifically for auxiliary programs.
Beginning August 17, you'll access Homeroom directly through the Veracross Parent Portal. Because Homeroom integrates with Veracross, there is no need to create a new account or password.
Through Homeroom, you'll be able to:
Register for Early Birds, After School, and Enrichment programs
View all of your child's auxiliary registrations in one place
Review program information, billing, and registration policies
As in previous years, auxiliary program tuition will continue to be billed through Blackbaud.
REGISTRATION CHANGES
We know plans can change as the school year approaches.
Fall Enrichment classes: families may make changes through August 24 at 11:59 p.m. During this grace period, you may adjust your child's enrollment without penalty. After that date, refunds can only be issued if another family is able to take the vacated spot from a waitlist.
Early Birds & After School: If you have questions about adding or requesting a change to your Early Birds or After School enrollment after registering, please contact [email protected]. We'll be happy to discuss your options.
MUSIC LESSONS
Families interested in before- or after-school music lessons should complete the Music Lesson Interest Form, which will be available in the Veracross Parent Portal beginning Monday, August 17.
Please complete the form whether your child is:
a returning music student or enrolling for the first time
The form closes on Wednesday, August 26.
Music instructors will begin contacting families about scheduling during the week of August 31. While instructors will do their best to accommodate scheduling preferences, we cannot guarantee a specific instructor or lesson time.
SCHEDULING SKILLS SESSIONS
If your child will also participate in Skills, please let Mayumi Morash know about your family's interests and plans in regards to music lessons or enrichment classes. We work closely together to coordinate schedules.
SCHOOL MEETING BAND
Unlike other auxiliary programs, School Meeting Band registration takes place after the school year begins. Please see the timeline below. This year, Varsity School Meeting Band will be offered at no cost in recognition of its unique role supporting School Meetings and community events. JV School Meeting Band will remain a tuition-based auxiliary program, reflecting its instructional format and coaching for developing musicians.
School Meeting Band Timeline
September 9–18 | Mr. Luman meets with interested students during the school day
September 11–18 | Families receive placement information and confirm participation
Week of September 22 | Morning rehearsals begin:
Varsity School Meeting Band (Gr. 7–8): Thursdays & Fridays, 7:30–8:00 a.m.
JV School Meeting Band (Gr. 4–6): Tuesdays & Wednesdays, 7:30–8:00 a.m.
PROGRAM START DATES
After School: Wednesday, September 9
Early Birds: Thursday, September 10
Music Lessons, School Meeting Band & Fall Enrichment: Tuesday, September 22
QUESTIONS?
Registration: Trisha & Sophie ([email protected])
Billing: Betsy Smith ([email protected])
We look forward to another wonderful year with your children!
7:30 - 8:00 a.m. | Early Birds
8:00 - 8:20 a.m. | Morning Drop-off
8:20 a.m. | School Starts
3:00 p.m. | Lower School Dismissal (M-F), Upper School Dismissal (F)
4:00 p.m. | Upper School Dismissal (M-Th)
4:10 p.m. | Buses Depart (3:10 p.m. F)
3:00 - 5:30 p.m. | After School
Lower School (Early Childhood – Grade 4):
Enter Dan Wise Way and drop off / pick up at the Godfrey Portico. Early Childhood families may either drop off at the door under the portico or park in the Science Lot and walk their child into the building. Please note that parking in the Science Lot is limited. [Specifics for EC2 are outlined in an email from Early Childhood Teachers] Exit via Brookwood Road.
Upper School (Grades 5–8):
Enter Brookwood Road and drop off / pick up in the Front Courtyard.
Afternoon Dismissal/Pick-up Note:
Monday through Friday, enter Brookwood Road and pick up on the Front Courtyard. On Fridays and early dismissal days when the full school dismisses at the same time, Lower School students with an Upper School sibling(s) will be brought to the Front Courtyard for dismissal. Dismissal begins at 4:00 p.m. Mondays–Thursdays, and 3:00 p.m. on Fridays.
*Please place your name-placard in the visor for afternoon dismissal/pick-up.
Students arriving after 8:20 a.m. sign in at the front office. Lower School parents sign in their child(ren) and Upper School students can sign themselves in. Please contact the front office by phone at (978) 526-4500 or email [email protected] by 9:00 a.m. if your child is going to be absent/late or you are running late for afternoon pick-up.
We require an authorized adult to sign out any student leaving school before the regular time, rather than allowing the students to sign themselves out. The sign-out sheet is located by the front desk. In addition, we ask that all students expecting to be signed out early wait INSIDE THE BUILDING in the front lobby for the adult who is signing them out. Please apprise any relatives or caretakers who drive your child(ren) about this policy to help us ensure the safety and whereabouts of all our students.
Parking is available in the lot across from Cutler Pond and along Brookwood Road in the Game Day Parking area. Brookwood Road is the primary road to a number of neighbors. Thank you in advance for parking in designated areas only and ensuring safe access for all vehicles.
As part of Brookwood’s safety and security measures, we ask that cars parked on campus have an identification sticker. If you need a new sticker, please stop by the front desk or email [email protected]. Please place the sticker on the rear window of the driver’s side of the vehicle
Student Affinity Group gatherings are optional and casual. Students across grade levels meet and get to know other students with whom they share a special connection. Current student affinity groups include:
- LGBTQ+ and allies (Grades 2 - 4 and Grades 5 - 8)
- Students of Color (Grades 2 - 4 and Grades 5 - 8)
- Neurodiversity (Grades 2 - 4 and Grades 5 - 8)
In addition to written parent communication in advance of the first affinity group meeting (in classroom newsletters), the LS Division Head will email specifically to parents of Lower School students who have expressed interest in participating in any affinity group prior to the first group meeting for parent permission. If parents do not wish for their child to participate, they can inform the LS Division Head at that time.
Family Affinity Groups are optional and casual gatherings open for all family members to attend. Brookwood offers two family gatherings for each of the following affinity groups per year to get families across grade levels to get to know each other with whom they share a special connection. Current family affinity groups include:
- LGBTQ+
- Families of Color
- Neurodiversity
Please have children stay home with:
- Fever: if a child has a temperature of 100.0 or greater, your child should not be at school. Children must be fever free, without medication, for 24 hours before returning to school.
- Vomiting/diarrhea: your child should stay home and be free of symptoms for at least 24 hours.
- Flu/Covid: are treated like any other virus or illness. Children must be symptom free and fever free for 24 hours.
- Strep Throat and Conjunctivitis: May return to school 24 hours after antibiotics start and symptoms have improved.
- Respiratory Illness: a child with significant coughing or nasal discharge should remain home.
Parents are expected to notify the school if their child contracts a contagious illness such as strep throat, chicken pox or head lice.
To contact School Nurse Tanya Parker, please email [email protected] or call 978-526-4500 x6211
Please provide your student with a nutritious morning and afternoon snack daily that meets our allergy guidelines noted below. We ask that students do not bring candy, soda, or chewing gum to school. Students will store snacks from home in their locker or cubby, and no refrigeration will be available. Snacks from home will be available to your child during regularly scheduled snack times, including our after school and athletics programs.
Tree nuts, peanuts, and other food allergies pose a very serious risk to students in our community. In an effort to promote a safe environment for all, outside foods are not allowed with the exception of daily snacks, and outside foods for birthday celebrations are not permitted. Foods containing peanuts, tree nuts, nut products, or nut oils are not allowed on campus in snacks brought by students. Please read all labels carefully before sending food into school. [Coconut is not considered a nut.]
To mark birthdays in a special way, a new tradition was introduced in 2025 — Birthdays with the Head of School — in place of treats brought from home. Students are invited as a group, monthly to celebrate with one another and Mr. Bartlett. Parents and students will be notified of the dates via email and backpack mail.
Brookwood will continue to work closely with students with diagnosed food allergies or medical concerns and their families to ensure we best meet their needs. If you have any questions or concerns about your child’s allergies, or if you need assistance with ingredients, please call our School Nurse at 978-526-4500.
The School Store at Brookwood is open and ready for business! Stock up on your green-and-white spirit wear — from cozy sweatshirts and tees to water bottles, hats, and tote bags, we’ve got everything your family needs to show off your Brookwood pride.
You’ll have several opportunities to shop in person during the early days of school:
- Wednesday, September 2 – New Parent Orientation & Gathering | 4:00–7:00 p.m.
- Tuesday, September 8 – New Student Orientation | 8:30 a.m.
- Wednesday, September 9 – First Day of School & Parent Coffee | 8:30–11:00 a.m.
- Friday, September 18 – Start of School BBQ | 4:30–6:30 p.m.
- Thursday, September 24 – Back to School Night | 5:30–8:30 p.m.
The store, located just off the Slate Lobby in Lawton Hall, is also open year-round for self-shopping — just stop by anytime you’re on campus and fill out a purchase form if no adult is available!
If you can’t make it to campus; no worries — Email Deb Chertok and we’ll deliver a dose of Brookwood wherever you are.
At Brookwood, families are an essential part of our vibrant community. Our doors are always open, and we encourage you to dive into all that Brookwood has to offer. Be on the lookout for volunteer opportunities—whether it’s lending a hand in the classroom, helping in our library, or assisting the art department, opportunities will be listed in the weekly newsletter.
Massachusetts law requires all school volunteers and employees to complete a background check. If you plan to volunteer or attend field trips at Brookwood this year, we must have your completed form on file.
Each adult volunteer in your family must:
- Print and complete the form
- Include a copy of your driver’s license
- Return both in an envelope to the Business Office (do not email for security reasons)
Parents’ Association
The Brookwood Parents’ Association (PA) is at the heart of our parent and caregiver community, creating opportunities to connect, celebrate, and support the people and programs that make Brookwood such a special place. All parents and caregivers are automatically members of the PA, and there are many ways to get involved, whether you have a few hours to share or are looking for an ongoing role.
Through school-wide events, volunteer opportunities, and community-building initiatives, the PA helps bring families together and strengthen the relationships that define the Brookwood experience. Working closely with families, employees, the Board of Trustees, and school leadership, the PA supports programs and activities that enrich school life for students and families alike.
Interested in getting involved or learning more about the Parents’ Association? We’d love to hear from you! Contact us at [email protected] to connect, ask questions, or find a way to participate.
Staying Connected
The Brookwood experience is grounded in mutual respect and trust between family and school. The education of your child is a joint venture of families and school. The School values open and honest communication with all families. With this in mind, we’ve provided below our communication norms and channels that you can rely on in our ongoing effort to partner with parents and keep you abreast of campus happenings.
Daily Norms
- Homeroom Teachers in our Early Childhood program send out a daily newsletter.
- Photos and/or videos are added to Vidigami daily by our communications team.
Weekly Norms
- The School produces a weekly communication, which includes highlights from the week, a letter from the Head of School, announcements, and important details for the week ahead.
- Kindergarten - Grade 4 Homeroom Teachers send weekly newsletters on Fridays.
Vidigami
A community “social network” and image catalog that allows you to immerse yourself in your child’s day at Brookwood. Teachers and our communications team upload photos on a regular basis. New parents will receive logins following New Parent Orientation. Access Vidigami
Veracross Parent Portal
Our parent portal is hosted in Veracross, which is a comprehensive school information management system that enables you to effectively monitor your child's education and grades and comments at Brookwood. Access the Portal
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