International Students at Brookfield

Brookfield is presently home to 29 International Students coming from countries such as Korea, Germany, Columbia, Russia, Taiwan, China, Vietnam and Nigeria. These students have joined our school to learn English and may stay from one semester to four years. Many of these students will graduate from Brookfield with their Ontario Secondary School Diploma and go on to university studies in Canada.

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Cafeteria Menu - November 2009

Congratulations Graduating Class of 2009

Nine of our June graduates have won the province’s Queen Elizabeth II “Aiming for the Top Scholarships”!

This is a program of the Ontario Government that rewards students who graduate with top marks at their high school, and who plan to continue their studies at an Ontario college or university.  Students who maintain an 80 per cent average at the postsecondary level can receive these scholarships, which are worth up to maximum of $3,500 per year, for up to four years in total.

Guiding Principles for Assessment & Evaluation at Brookfield High School

Should You Worry About The H1N1 Flu Virus?

There is no reason to panic, but you should take precautions. Wash your hands often with soap and water or use an alcohol-based hand sanitizer, particularly before eating. Avoid physical contact with people who are sick and be sure to wash your hands if you touch anything that you suspect may have touched by someone who is sick.

H1N1 influenza spreads in the same way that other flu viruses do - by direct contact with the eyes, nose, or mouth, or through the air in water particles when someone coughs, sneezes, or speaks. People who have the virus can be contagious for approximately a day before their symptoms show, so if you suspect you may have the flu, please stay home.

You are safe to return to school 24 hours after your fever breaks. You must be fever free without the assistance of medication before you return. Please ensure there is a plan with parents or guardians to manage a stay at home in case of illness.

World Voices Choir
appeared on CTV News 18-Feb-09

If you missed the original broadcast, it can still be viewed online by going to http://ottawa.ctv.ca/. In the Video Player, look for "Pride in Ottawa's Black Community, John Hua reports".

A previous news clip can also be found by searching for "Unique High School Choir".

There is also an article referring to the World Voices Choir in the March issue of Choral Bytes (431kb) on page 3.

Brookfield Student receives Award

On November 24, 2008, in the Senate chambers on Parliament Hill, Brookfield student Anthony Curkeet-Green was presented with an achievement award for being a remarkable student and young man.

Anthony is a student with Aspergers but this is not the message you receive if you are Anthony’s teacher. What you see is a passionate student who goes far beyond the norm in order to learn. When a subject fascinates him, his thirst for knowledge is unquenchable, even long after the course is over. His attention to detail and ability to analyze make him truly a pleasure to teach. (see the Full Story)

Brookfield Students Take
“Long Walk to Freedom”

On Wednesday October 22, 2008, the entire staff and student population of Brookfield High School will walk in support of the Nelson Mandela Children’s Fund. The Long Walk to Freedom begins with a Unity Walk through the Ottawa South community led by Brookfield’s renowned “World Voices Choir” and accompanied by guests from the school board, the South African Community, local post-secondary institutions, and the Ottawa Chapter of N.M.C.F. (see the Full Story)

For more information on this event, please contact Jeannie Hunter at 613-733-0610 ext. 709.

One Hundred Feet of "Letters to the Editor"

If you walk the halls of Brookfield High School you will find lots to keep you interested! In fact, you will find over one hundred feet of ‘Letters to the Editor’ posted on the walls. (see the Full Article)

Camp Husky
October 3-5, 2008

On October 3rd to 5th, nearly 200 students from across Ontario participated in a WWII era training camp at the Connaught Rifle Ranges in Ottawa. This was in preparation for a 10 day trip to Ortona, Italy, in November. The purpose of the trip will be to take part in commemorating the 65th anniversary of the battle. Accompanied by Mr. Andrew Lovatt, three students, Ray Way-Alessi, Emily Ewins and Collin Phillips from Brookfield were given the opportunity to attend. Needless to say, they enjoyed the many activities of the military camp. (See the Full Article)

The next School Council meeting is on

Wednesday, December 2nd at 7 p.m.

in the school library. All are welcome.

The new Brookfield Pledge.
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Le pacte de l’école secondaire Brookfield

Homework Centre in Room 101
Tuesday and Thursday from 8:20 to 9:00 a.m.
Come for a quiet spot to work and get extra help.

Link to Past News

Music Counts at Brookfield High School
$10,000 Funding Announcement

Brookfield High School is the only high school in Ottawa to be the recipient of a nationwide MusiCounts grants. In total the program funded 68 schools country-wide to a tune of $600,000 to purchase musical instruments.

Brookfield High School will receive $10,000 specifically for the purchase of new instruments. Brookfield music teacher Jeannie Hunter says the money will be used to purchase some much needed percussion equipment, such as a marimba, guitars to expand the guitar program, and a number of specialized wind instruments. Ms. Hunter said, “These new acquisitions will help us further our goals of musical excellence while making our program even more accessible to our school population.”

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