Newsletter - Brownell

Brownell-Talbot
JANUARY 2014
• Vol. 150 • Issue 6
Newsletter
For the families, friends, and staff of Brownell-Talbot School
Message from the Head of School
Dear Families,
The second semester is upon us and we are prepared to put into practice the tremendous learning and professional
development that took place just before the winter break with neurodevelopmental psychologist Dr. JoAnn Deak.
After reading The Owner’s Manual for Driving Your Adolescent Brain, which focuses on the second decade of
neurodevelopment, faculty spent a full day of exploring how to best meet the needs of children in consideration
of the various neurodevelopmental stages. (Last spring, faculty read Deak’s Your Fantastic, Elastic Brain, which
focused on the first 10 years of neurodevelopment.) Dr. Deak provided three workshop sessions, one for each
school level, and engaged with faculty to share her latest research. She discussed differentiation in teaching and
learning for all kinds of minds, the impact and influence of technology on learning, and how boys and girls learn.
Our faculty is well equipped with additional knowledge and tools to meet the needs of our dynamic learners!
What we know in education today is that the traditional linear, sequential, hierarchical methods in teaching used to prepare students to
know facts, acquire knowledge, and attain high standardized scores is insufficient in the new century. For students to have a leading edge
in college and in life, collaboration, creative problem solving, critical thinking, and cultural intelligence are required. It is for these reasons
that we must be attuned to not only the networked function of neuropathways in child development, but also to the kinds of experiences and
competencies that will be essential for today’s children to become tomorrow’s leaders in a global society and economy.
The three vision statements of our Strategic Plan include cultivating our position as leaders in PS-12 grade education, building upon the
various aspects of community engagement that enhance relationships, reputation, and resources for our school, and working toward financial
sustainability and strength for the future generations that we aspire to serve. In our sesquicentennial year, we have three teams and various
subgroups that are exploring the key objectives set before us by our Board of Trustees. We have worked in partnership with faculty, staff,
parents, and Board members to consider which programs and practices are currently in place that we can build upon, and what innovative
ideas and opportunities will allow us to further our vision. We had an engaging first semester and I am thankful to those who have given
of their time, talent, and insight to participate in this process. It is exciting to consider the various ways that we will coauthor the coming
chapters in the rich history of Brownell-Talbot School together!
This March, we look forward to hosting our Fourth Annual 21st Century Education Lecture Series speaker Yong Zhao, Ph.D., author of
World Class Learners: Educating Creative and Entrepreneurial Students. Dr. Zhao is the presidential chair and associate dean for global
and online education at the University of Oregon. His recent work was one of three books read by faculty last summer that engaged us to
consider the myriad ways in which curricula and diversified methodologies in teaching, coupled with relevant and meaningful experiences
beyond our campus walls, can further shape world class learners. We are pleased that Dr. Zhao will visit our school Monday, March 17,
to engage with our community and lead a presentation on his international work in education. Students will be dismissed early that day to
allow for faculty development, which will be followed by an evening presentation. I hope that you can join us in Swanson Auditorium at 7
p.m. and look forward to seeing you.
Receive my very best wishes for a healthy, prosperous, and Happy New Year. Know that we are deeply grateful for your continued support
in making these and many other opportunities possible for Brownell-Talbot School.
Warmest regards,
Dr. Sylvia Rodríguez Vargas
Head of School
W e l c o m e 2014!
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ALL School
News
Ms. Renae Mackender • (402) 556-3772, ext. 1013 • remacken@brownell.edu
B-T Plans MLK Day Convocation
Rally for the Arts: New Date, Same
Great Talent — Friday, Feb. 7, 2014
Brownell-Talbot will hold its Martin Luther King, Jr., Day
Convocation at 9 a.m. in the Upper School Gym on Monday,
January 20, 2014. All students in grades five through 12 will
attend the program
Rally for the Arts has a new place on the Brownell-Talbot calendar,
but you can be sure the show will still be filled with wonderful B-T
talent. The 2014 Rally for the Arts will be held at 7 p.m. on Friday,
February 7.
The event, planned by Patrick House and Abbott House,
will focus on events in the Civil Rights hotbed city of
Birmingham, Alabama, in 1963, which included King’s
“Letter from a Birmingham Jail.” Special guest Mrs. Junie
Collins Williams of San Antonio, Texas, will share her
personal experience in the bombing of the 16th Street Baptist
Church on September 15, 1963. Mrs. Collins Williams lost
a sister in the bombing, which also killed three other young
girls who were all ages 11 to 14.
The Rally for the Arts is the yearly showcase of talented students
in all areas of the fine and performing arts. Students in the visual
arts design the poster and program cover as well as demonstrate
their talents in the lobby before and during intermission of the
show. Videographers and photographers are encouraged to submit
photo montages or short videos to be shown as part of the program
or as pre-show or intermission entertainment.
Performing artists in the areas of dance, vocal and instrumental
music and speech are on display in the 90 minute program. Many
of the acts are original pieces written, choreographed or composed
by the student for the Rally.
Parents are welcome to attend and bring guests to the
convocation. The program will last approximately an hour.
Conferences Set Jan. 31
Students in grades nine through 12 are encouraged to contact a
member of the fine arts department to discuss auditioning and start
preparing. Auditions are Tuesday and Wednesday, January 21 and
22, after school. Auditions will be scored by a panel of B-T faculty.
The cast list will be posted via email on Friday, January 24.
Brownell-Talbot will hold Parent/Student/Teacher
conferences Friday, Jan. 31, so school will not be in session.
This is the last conference day for the 2013-2014 school year.
Middle and Upper School conferences will run from 10
a.m.-1 p.m. and 3–6 p.m. in the Upper School gym. Middle
and Upper School students are expected to attend with their
parents.
Look for information about participants and tickets in the next
newsletter!
Lower School parents can schedule their child’s/children’s
conference time online. We will use a scheduling component
in Veracross that you will access through the Parent Portal.
Scheduling will open January 6. Conference times will run
from 8 a.m.-noon and 1-5 p.m.
LS/MS Cheer Clinic Set Jan. 18
The Brownell-Talbot Cheerleaders will host the annual “Raiderette
Cheerleading Camp” Saturday, January 18. The camp is open to
all students and friends from other schools in grades one through
eight. The camp runs from 11 a.m.-2 p.m. at Brownell-Talbot.
Participants will perform at half-time of the girls’ basketball game
at approximately 2:30 p.m. that day. Registration includes a T-shirt,
a craft and a snack! Please see the flyer included in the newsletter
or contact Mrs. Karin Rohrig at karohrig@brownell.edu or Mrs.
Erica Bradford at erbradfo@brownell.edu for more information.
Registration closes January 10.
Evert Offers Upper School Overview
for Parents of 6th-8th Graders
Pack the Gym/Senior Night
Pack the gym and senior night for the winter sports season is set
for Thursday, January 23, during the Raider basketball games vs.
Weeping Water. The boys’ junior varsity begins at 4:30 p.m., the
girls’ varsity at 6:15 p.m., and the boys’ varsity at 7:45 p.m. Seniors
in basketball, cheerleading, and swimming will be recognized at the
conclusion of the girls’ varsity game.
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Stacey Evert, Director of College Counseling, will present
an overview of the Upper School curriculum and college
counseling program during two special sessions for sixththrough eighth-grade parents during Parent/Teacher/
Student Conferences Jan. 31. Please join her at 12:30 p.m.
or 5:30 p.m. in the Upper School Library to hear from
a panel of current Upper Schoolers who will talk about
their experiences. Take advantage of this opportunity to
learn more about Brownell-Talbot’s challenging Upper
School academic program and unique approach to college
counseling.
News
C e l e b r at e t h e
B - T C o mm u n i t y
Mancuso Wins Coaching Award
G. Bydalek Earns
National Award
Head Raider Football Coach Mike
Mancuso was named winner of the Berens
Coaching Award for Class C-2, according to
Huskerlandpreps.com
Senior Grace Bydalek was selected
through the National YoungArts
Foundation as a YoungArts Scholar
in the Popular Voice category. This
is a nationwide scholarship program
that recognizes the most talented
high school performers in the United States. Bydalek is
one of 700 winners selected from approximately 11,000
applications through a blind adjudication process by a
nationally and internationally renowned panel. She has
been invited to New York City to take master classes on
popular voice and other disciplines.
The Berens Award is named for former Omaha
Roncalli Head Coach Mike Berens who,
while he didn’t win a state title, still led an
undermanned team into the 2003 Class B state
finals, one of the great coaching jobs of all-time.
The Berens Award, presented by Rivals.com, honors one coach in
each class for an outstanding season’s work.
“The keys to our success were hard work, consistent and playing
physical football,” said Coach Mancuso. “These kids didn’t work
hard for just one year, they did it for four years. When our seniors
were sophomores we were 1-7 but they kept working and our
winning is a real testament to their character as young men.”
Hall Performs with Omaha Symphony
Kotula Published in Journal
Fine Lines, a national, quarterly, literary journal
devoted to the publication of poetry, prose, and
writing across the curriculum, will publish a
submission from Anna Kotula, ’19, in it’s next
issue. The journal seeks to provide insights
for teachers and students in all disciplines; to
encourage discussion of writing that cut across
disciplines, definitions, and traditions; and to
publish contributions by all members of the
writing community.
Logez un Français Chez Vous: Host a
French Student in Summer 2014!
Broaden your family’s horizons and volunteer to host a French
teenager this summer from June 19-July 11. Mr. Mike Recker seeks
host families for about a dozen French boys and girls between the
ages of 13 and 18. Participating is a great way to learn about the
world, promote cross-cultural understanding and form friendships
that last a lifetime. Several Brownell-Talbot families who have
participated describe their experience as a smashing success. The
ideal host family should be open to sharing American culture
and have a boy or girl, or several kids, at home who are excited to
integrate a French teen in their lives. This is an excellent opportunity
for French students at B-T to improve their language skills, but all
families are encouraged to apply.
For more information, please contact Mr. Recker at mirecker@
brownell.edu or (402) 880-7929.
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Rachel Hall, ’17, performed in
the Omaha Symphony Christmas
Spectacular at the Holland Performing
Arts Center. Rachel was featured as
a young violinist along with Anne
Nagosky’s students.
Directory Updates
Macayla Symonds, ’25
Rev. John Symonds: (402) 913-6228
Mrs. Kim Symonds: (402) 237-1872
Kate, ’22; Jana, ’25; and Owen, ’27, Ohnoutka
Drs. John and Susan Ohnoutka
10503 S 176 Cir
Omaha, NE 68136
News
Upp e r S c h o o l
Mr. Bill Harrell • (402) 556-3772, ext. 1037 • biharrel@brownell.edu
UNL Math Day Results
The Brownell-Talbot “mathletes” won their sixth
consecutive state championship in the PROBE I Test at the
UNL Math Day. This was especially impressive since B-T
moved up a division this year and competed against larger
schools including Creighton Prep, Elkhorn, and Lincoln
Pius X. Brownell-Talbot also won the award for the most
competitors in their class.
Ivy Wang, ’15, placed third in the female division of the
PROBE I Test among approximately 800 competitors.
In addition, the Raiders qualified six students to take the
PROBE II test, more than any school in their division.
Three of those students earned top 10 medals. Wang
placed sixth; Kenny Yang, ’15, placed eighth; and Jessica
Zhou, ’14, placed 10th.
Approximately 1,800 students from 112 schools across the
state competed in the UNL event.
Yakking Raiders Compete
The Brownell-Talbot Yakking Raiders speech team placed
second at the Titan Classic Speech Tournament held in
Crete, Nebraska. Individual results follow:
Informative — Emily Bergquist, ’14, placed first and
Anjali Murthy, ’15, placed second. Extemporaneous —
Abhinav Suresh, ’16, placed second; Caravaggio Caniglia,
’15, placed third; and Rachel Cruse, ’16, placed fifth.
Persuasive Speaking — Sophie Hamel, ’15, placed second
and Maya Mathews, ’17, placed fourth. Poetry — Amelia
Wood, ’15, placed fifth. Entertainment — Celia Vann, ’17,
placed second and Christina Fossum, ’14, placed sixth.
Oral Interpretation of Drama (OID) — The team of Austin
Taylor, ’14, Harrison Runnels, ’16, Jessica Puetz, ’14,
Hamel, and Katie Zheng, ’15, placed first and the team of
Bergquist, Suresh, Catherine Atkinson, ’16, Fossum, and
Ian Gaupp, ’15, placed second.
Students May Learn about Poetry Out
Loud during Information Session Jan. 6
On Monday, January 6,
2014, Mr. Matt Mason will
speak to interested students
about the Poetry Out Loud
Competition, a rewarding
opportunity for students.
Mr. Mason is a nationally
recognized slam poet and
the founder of Omaha’s Louder Than a Bomb, a slam competition
for high school students. His presentation is scheduled for 3 p.m. in
the library. All interested Upper School students are welcome.
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News
Upp e r S c h o o l
B-T Robotics Hosts First Tournament
Brownell-Talbot hosted its first robotics
tournament in November. Team 1028S,
comprising freshman Grace Boothe, Brett
Graves, Jackson Henery, Jack Bydalek
and Shane Fleming, won some qualifying
matches and, after resolving some technical
issues, had a good ’bot. They were chosen
by the No. 2 seeded alliance, but lost in the
first round to the No. 7 seeded alliance.
Team 1028X, comprising seniors Joshua
Zhu, Zoe Peng, Ally Washka, Austin Kent,
Symphony Davis, and Christina Fossum,
won the Excellence Award. This award
is given to the team that demonstrates an
overall high quality robot, keeps a detailed
engineering notebook and does well in the
skills challenges. This team has qualified
for the state tournament and the CREATE
(Competitive Robotics Enhancing and
Advancing Technology Education) Open,
being held in Omaha April 2-5, 2014.
finals by one point. Team 1028C picked up two teams from Elkhorn
Mt. Michael to form the No. 5 seeded alliance. Team 1028C won the
championship and qualified for the state tournament.
Team 1028A, comprising sophomores Reid Rise, Lindon Liu,
Jack Sevening, Jordan Willett, Adi Telikicherla, Julia Fiksinski,
and Elise Siffring, and Team 1028C, comprising juniors Robert
Goetschkes, Lauren Zimmerman, Jordan Proby, Nate Cheney,
Ethan Wei, Caravaggio Caniglia and Drew Ketterson, and Team
1028X all competed well. Each team lost only one qualifying
match with records of 8-1.Team 1028X teamed with 1028A to form
the No. 3 seeded alliance. They played well, but lost in the semi-
Mrs. Carrie Rise, robotics coach, thanks the parents, students, and
friends of the program for their generous support and assistance
with the tournament. A special thank you to Mrs. Gale Sayers for
coordinating the judges, to Mrs. Suellen Willett for organizing the
concession stand, and to all the judges, referees, crowd control, field
reset teams, and everyone who helped in the queuing.
Robotics Competes at North High
After making some robot modifications, the freshman
team, Team 1028S, had a fine showing at the North High
Tournament, finishing 17th among more than 70 teams.
The seniors, Team 1028A, experienced a difficult start to
an otherwise flawless day as they had to compete 1 v. 2
for two of their first three matches. The team came back
to win several later matches, but were not chosen for the
elimination tournament. They have a great robot and will
be a force to be reckoned with at the state tournament.
With no losses in the qualifying matches, Team1028C was
the overall No. 2 seed. As the Alliance Captain they chose
a team from Millard North and B-T’s sophomore team,
Team1028A. This alliance beat the No. 7, No. 6 and No. 8
seeds in straight matches to win the tournament.
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C o ll e g e
C o u ns e l i ng
News
Mrs. Stacey Evert • (402) 556-3772, ext. 1018 • stevert@brownell.edu
Sophomore Parent Night
Grades 9-12 Should Review
Summer Programs and Activities
Wednesday, February 12, 6:30 p.m.
Mrs. Evert will discuss the college research process and how
sophomores can best prepare for college applications. Topics
will include academic, extracurricular, and standardized test
preparation; college list compilation; and career exploration.
Sophomore parents will also receive login information and training
for Naviance Family Connection, the online college counseling
program used extensively throughout the college process.
Upper School students should consider constructive activities
for the summer. The College Counseling Office receives
information on various summer programs offered across the
United States as well as internationally.
Summer program opportunities include leadership camps,
service trips, college classes, SAT/ACT preparation, college
visits, and study abroad. The counseling office updates the
summer program database periodically. Summer program
information may be found under the “colleges” tab,
“enrichment programs” link, in Family Connection. Please
visit this link frequently for updates. Upper School students
and families will also receive periodic email updates with
summer program information. This website link will be
discussed during the freshman and sophomore parent nights.
Freshman Parent Night – Note New
Date and Please Mark Your calendar!
Monday, March 10, 6:30 p.m. *Please note the new date
College Acceptances
To date, members of the Class of 2014 have been accepted to the
following colleges and universities:
Standardized Test Dates
Please access the website for registration information and
deadlines. Registration deadlines are typically three to four
weeks prior to the test date.
Central College, Iowa; Chadron State College, Nebraska; Coe
College, Iowa; Concordia University, Nebraska; Cornish College of
the Arts, Washington; Doane College, Nebraska;
ACT (www.actstudent.org)
February 8, 2014
April 12, 2014
June 14, 2014
Fordham University, New York; Iowa State University; Kansas
State University; Midland University, Nebraska; Nebraska
Wesleyan University; Ohio Wesleyan University; Oklahoma
Christian University; Rockhurst University, Missouri; Seton Hall
University, New Jersey; South Dakota School of Mines;
SAT (http://sat.collegeboard.org)
January 25, 2014
March 8, 2014 (no subject tests offered)
May 3, 2014
June 7, 2014
Southwestern Oklahoma State University; University of Arizona;
University of Iowa; University of Kansas; University of Missouri;
University of Nebraska-Lincoln; University of Nebraska-Omaha;
and University of Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania.
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News
M i ddl e S c h o o l
Ms. Bridget Collins• (402) 556-3772, ext. 1044 • brcollin@brownell.edu
Spelling Bee
7/8 Grade Proper Dance
One speller from each homeroom in grades four through eight
will compete in the Brownell-Talbot Spelling Bee during Forum
on Thursday, January 16, 2014. B-T will send its first- and secondplace winners to the Midwest Spelling Bee scheduled Saturday,
February 15, 2014, in the Wittson Hall Auditorium (WHM 3042) at
the University of Nebraska Medical Center. Students interested in
participating or wanting study materials should see their homeroom
teacher or Mrs. Erica Bradford in room 229. Spellers, start studying!
Geography Bee 2014 Set Friday, Jan. 10
The Geography Bee will be held Friday, January 10, in Swanson
Auditorium at 8:45 a.m. Parents are invited to attend. This event,
held annually in schools across the country, will cover elements of
U.S. and world geography. To qualify for the Bee, students in grades
five through eight take a 50-question map test, which included
random countries, capitals, and physical features from around the
world.
Only the top three students from each grade qualify to compete in
the Bee in front of family and friends. The winner of the Geography
Bee takes a written test to qualify for state in March.
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Brownell-Talbot Middle School students have two dances
during the Spring semester.
The required Proper Dance is scheduled Friday, January
24, from 7:30-10 p.m. Only B-T students are allowed at
this dance. During the week prior, students will receive
instruction on formal dance steps and etiquette from a guest
instructor. The dance is required as students are graded on a
portion of the dance by their P.E. instructors.
The date of the casual dance is being finalized. Students may
invite one Middle School friend from another school to this
dance. Guests must be signed up prior to the dance. Dates
are not required. These dances are intended to be fun, social
events.
PE Swimming 2nd Semester
Second-semester PE swimming will begin Thursday-Friday,
January 16-17.
News
Lower School
Mrs. Kami Landenberger • (402) 556-3772, ext. 1024 • kalanden@brownell.edu
Preschool Meets Robot “Brick”
On December 12, robotics
team members Jordan Willett,
’16, and Reid Rise, ’16, along
with their coach, Mrs. Carrie
Rise took one of their robots,
“Brick,” to visit the preschool
classroom. The students learned
how the robots work and had all
their questions answered.
The students then went to the
library, checked out books and
worked in mini robotics teams
to create their own robots. Each team dictated a story about
their robot and contributed to building the ’bot.
Valentine’s Celebration
Brownell-Talbot School will
celebrate Valentine’s Day on
Thursday, February 13, because MidWinter break runs Friday, February
14, through Monday, February 17.
Brownell-Talbot Parents’ Association Room Parents will organize
parties. Students may dress out of uniform if they wear red or pink.
Chapel Musicians
The following students were chapel musicians for Lower School in
December: Dylan Scott, ’23, Tommy Sewell, ’25, Ivy Welch, ’24,
Cooper Morris, ’24, Eddie Schafer, ’24, and Emma Combs, ’25.
Students who would like to perform during chapel should arrange to
play for Mrs. Robson on a Thursday morning at 8 a.m. The student
must currently be taking lessons and be able to play through a piece
without faltering. She looks forward to more musicians second
semester.
Serenading Raiders
Congratulations to the Serenading Raiders on fabulous
performances at the B-T Christmas Concert, The Durham
Museum, Elk Ridge Village Retirement Community and The
Arboretum on Farnam Drive.
The choir will resume practice the week of January 21. The
fourth grade will meet Tuesday, January 14, and the third grade
will meet Thursday, January16. Both grades meet from 3:154 p.m. New singers in third and fourth grades may join us in
January. Please let Mrs. Robson know if your child would like
to participate.
The group will sing at the Upper School basketball games on
Friday, January 17. Members should report to the Lower School
music room prior to the performance. More details will be
announced closer to the game. Students must be accompanied
by an adult to stay for the basketball game.
PE Swimming 2nd Semester
Second-semester PE swimming will begin Thursday-Friday,
January 16-17.
For more Lower School news, please see Landenberger’s Landing,
the weekly Lower School newsletter, and the teachers’ classroom newsletters.
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T echnology
News
Dr. Tracy Platt • (402) 556-3772, ext. 1020 • trplatt@brownell.edu
As a component of Tech Talk, I share information that strengthens the partnership between school and home, and I include a
monthly piece about technology device usage when students are away from school. Please take this information into consideration
and use it in a manner that works best for your family.
The increased utilization of technology and digital information by children has altered the notion of a child’s privacy in the family
environment. The laptop or iPad as a 1:1 tool creates greater individual space and personal ownership of data. However, as a parent
it can be difficult to determine the appropriate level of digital privacy. Jason Brand, an ISTE Consultant, recommends the following
guidelines be considered when setting privacy limits at home:
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The level of necessary privacy depends on age, environment, and maturity.
Privacy levels should be transparent.
Children should know where they do and do not have privacy.
Communication is key.
eBackpack
Our commitment is to enhance our partnership with parents and provide visibility in your children’s work and grades. Via
eBackpack, parents can view submitted assignments, graded work, and recent files added to My Files and E-Portfolio. I have
received a few questions regarding how parents can access student information on eBackpack. Our eBackpack URL is https://
brownell.ebackpack.com/login.
Once on this site, login using your student’s Veracross login information. Below are links to video tutorials to show you how to
navigate the system.
Turn in assignments: https://www.ebackpack.com/video-tutorials/turn-in-your-assignment/
See graded work: https://www.ebackpack.com/video-tutorials/seeing-your-graded-work/
Technology Integration
Ms. McIntyre Haas’ science classes have been busy exploring the scientific world through the use of iPads. First-grade students have
been collecting leaves throughout the fall. In a culminating activity they utilized their Leafsnap App to determine the nearby species
of trees, their scientific name, and what the trees’ leaves, fruit, seed, flower and bark look like.
Second-grade students explored the color spectrum by experimenting with how their brain interprets colors influences what they see.
Students utilized the Color Uncovered App to expand the knowledge that was learned during their unit on light and color. Students
really liked the way they could combine colors to create optical illusions. The App would then explain the science behind the
illusions.
Students in third grade made QR codes to identify bat face models that they made on a bulletin board. Students then used the App
Tellagami to animate virtual scenes about the bats that they researched. Working with technology teacher Mr. Wade Lanum, students
then used iMovie to assemble into short videos for families to view.
The fourth graders made Auras with the Aurasma App to share their how-to presentations with friends and families. Each
presentation can be viewed by downloading the Aurasma App, subscribing to Mrs. Comer and/or Mrs. Obermoller’s public channel,
and scanning the photos in the fourth-grade hallway. Students shared presentations by using a target picture. Family and friends
scanned the target and the student’s video appeared.
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Technology
News
Mrs. Comer and Mrs. Obermoller’s students are also creating iMovies that retell Native American legends. Students created
illustrations for their legend from projected shapes. The completed illustrations will then be sequenced into an iMovie. After the
visual feed of the iMovie is created, students will record their legend and edit their scenes accordingly.
Mr. Schindler’s science classes are using Good Notes and their iPad cameras to create lab records. The photo of each lab experiment
is taken through the eyepiece of their microscope. Students then document and take notes based on what they observed. In this
experiment, students observed sand from different locations around the world and documented in lab notebooks what they saw. They
were then able to compare and contrast their findings.
Mr. DeSalvo and his strings students are using the App Tonal Energy to improve intonation and rhythm. Many of you might have
seen this App in action as students tuned their instruments prior to the amazing Grades 1-12 Holiday Program on December 12.
Educational Apps
AR Flashcards
Cost: Free
Students beginning to learn the alphabet will love the augmented reality flashcards. Point the
iPad at the printed alphabet flashcards and children will see a 3D animal. Tap on the animal and
hear the letter and the animal name. The 3D dinosaurs will even roar!
Spelling Monster
Cost: $1.99
The user can practice their spelling words by completing interactive games. You can create
your own customizable spelling lists based on the words your child’s teacher gives them.
Mystery Math Town
Cost: $2.99
The App is so much fun that kids do not realize it is reinforcing important fundamental math
skills. The user is given the task to rescue the fireflies in Math Town. They go through the town
unlocking clues by solving math problems. This App is customizable; you can set the skills you
would like the user to work on. This App was designated as New and Noteworthy by Apple.
Mystery Math Museum
Cost: $2.99
This App is the sequel to Mystery Math Town. The user is given the task to rescue the
dragonflies in the Math Museum. They go through the museum unlocking clues, doors, and
passageways on their journey by solving math problems. The more problems the user solves the
more talking works of art they earn. Each picture has a story to tell that will help them rescue
the dragonflies. This App is customizable; you can set the skills you would like the user to work
on. This App was designated as a Best New App Selection by Apple.
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Athletics
L o w e r , M i ddl e
and Upp e r
News
Mr. Jeff Rohrig • (402) 556-3772, ext. 1032 • jerohrig@brownell.edu
Middle School Boys/Girls Begin Season
B-TYSO Update
The Middle School seventh- and eighth-grade basketball teams
started their seasons in November. Teams participate in the
Parochial Athletic League.
The winter basketball season will kick off the weekend of
January 18, 2013. Late registrations are still being accepted
by contacting Bruce Froendt, BTYSO director, at bfroendt@
cox.net. The organization has a great group of coaches, 10
teams registered, more than 80 players this season and looks
forward to a rewarding experience for the Brownell-Talbot
student athletes. You can catch the various teams in action
during the half time of upcoming B-T girls’ and boys’ varsity
basketball games beginning in late January. Spring soccer for
grades PS-6 will be offered in March. Watch for messages
from the B-TYSO director regarding registration deadlines.
Thank you to all of the volunteers and parents that help make
youth sports happen at Brownell!
The eighth grade boys’ team had a 4-2 record at deadline.
Participants include Charlie Roskens, Boden Whitmore, Aiden
Roblin, Peter Rice, Vijay Menon, John McElderry, Ryan Ehresman,
Ben Porter, Levi Myers, John Vovk, and Jarrett Proby. The team is
coached by Zach Ehresman, ’12.
The seventh-grade boys had a 2-3 record at deadline and are
coached by Mark Smith. Participants include Ashton Reimer, Surya
Buddharaju, Sy Lim, Charlie Cohen, Brandon Harrell, Jacob Clark,
and Michael Bartz.
The seventh- and eighth-grade girls’ teams are coached by Ashley
Herber and Megan Fowler, ’11. Participants include Eliza Rice, ’19,
Denisse Navarro-Perez, ’18, Tess Foxall, ’18, Rosa Reed-Bouley,
’18, Mylie Ketterson, ’18, Ameya Kutty, ’18, Wagma Isaczai, ’19,
Rana Isaczai, ’18, Sydnie Platt, ’19, Katie Harris, ’19, Meera Nair,
’19, Maddy Vovk, ’19, Jada Griffin, ’19, Claire Goetschkes, ’19,
Leone Klinger, ’19, Emma Kuhn, ’19, Jade Griffin, ’19, and Stuti
Patel, ’19.
Boys’ Basketball Update
The Upper School boys’ basketball team had a 1-2 record
at deadline. The team beat Nebraska Lutheran (47-45).
Members of the team include: Seniors — Tyler Ehresman,
Will Haskell, Arlie Myers, Tripp Skutt, and Jack Smith;
Juniors — Dylan Burkley, Will Calderon, Jon Vrana, Dylan
Witt, and Kenny Yang; Sophomores — Josh Bartz, Johnson
Sun, and John Whittle; and Freshmen — John Alli, Carter
Calvert, Shane Fleming, Adam Hedican, Chris Klinefelter,
Sean O’Connell, Connor Skutt, Joe Tunzer, and Wyatt Smith.
Coaches are Brad Dunlap and Ryan Carlson. Check the
activity calendar for the schedule of games.
Swim Team Update
The co-op team of Brownell-Talbot, Concordia, Mercy, and
Roncalli (BTCMR) swim team began the season December 5. The
team participated in a dual against Lincoln Pius X and attended
invitationals at Benson and Bryan.
Some highlights include the girls’ team placing third at the Benson
Invite and second at the Bryan Invite. Sophomore Lance Culjat
set two school records in the 500-meter freestyle (5:05.58) and
100-meter butterfly (56.65). B-T girls on the team include Emily
Bergquist, ’14, Michaela Higgins, ’14, Rachel Mazzotta, ’16, Blythe
Lust, ’15, Emily Slingwine, ’15, and Lauren Thaden, ’17. B-T boys
on the team include Culjat, Ethan Wei, ’15, Jake Vann, ’15, Jack
Bydalek, ’17, and Sean Gardner, ’17. Check the activity calendar for
the schedule of meets.
Girls’ Basketball Update
The Raiders had a 3-1 record at deadline. The team
defeated Nebraska Lutheran (33-30), Boys Town (43-37),
and Archbishop Bergan (31-25). This year’s squad includes:
Seniors — Chloe Dana, Hannah Emery, Julianna Hirz and
Mercedes Kent; Juniors — Hannah Brown, Kenzi Larkin,
Sadie Rich, and Maggie Weedman; Sophomores — Anna
Becker and Cheyenne Hanson; and freshmen — Grace
Boothe, Hunter Gottsch, and Taylor Stuke. The team is
coached by Bob Williams and Molly Loesche. Check the
activity calendar for the schedule of games.
Activities Schedule
All activity schedules may be found online at brownell.edu/athletics. Driving directions to all conference opponents, information about
the Booster Club, B-TYSO registrations, and other information regarding athletics may also be found under this section. Please check
frequently for updates and schedule information.
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Athletics
L o w e r , M i ddl e
and Upp e r
News
Fall Season Academic All-State
Fall Sports Awards
Each year the Nebraska School Activities Association and the
Nebraska Chiropractic Physicians Association recognize students
who excel on the playing field and in the classroom. Eligible
students must maintain a 3.7 GPA and be a major contributor on
their varsity team. Congratulations to the following athletes:
Congratulations to the following football and volleyball
players for their post season awards.
Sydney Woods, ’14: Frontier Conference first team
volleyball; Honorable Mention all area team volleyball,
Omaha World-Herald; and Honorable Mention all state
volleyball Class C-2, Lincoln Journal Star and Omaha WorldHerald.
Girls’ Golf – Christina Fossum, ’14, and Chloe Dana, ’14; Football
– Josh Bartz, ’16, and Harrison Runnels, ’16; and Cross Country –
Caravaggio Caniglia, ’15
Katie Zheng, ’15: Frontier Conference first team volleyball;
Honorable Mention all area team volleyball, Omaha WorldHerald; and Honorable Mention all state volleyball Class C-2,
Lincoln Journal Star and Omaha World-Herald.
Rachel Hall, ’17: Frontier Conference second team
volleyball; Honorable Mention all area team volleyball,
Omaha World-Herald; and Honorable Mention all state
volleyball Class C-2, Lincoln Journal Star and Omaha WorldHerald
Hannah Emery, ’14: Frontier Conference second team
volleyball.
Jessica Puetz, ’14: Frontier Conference honorable mention
volleyball.
Arlie Myers, ’14: First team All State football Class C-2,
Lincoln Journal Star; First team All Area football, Omaha
World-Herald; First team All State football Class C-2,
McCook Gazette; and Honorable Mention All State football
Class C-2. Omaha World-Herald.
Tripp Skutt, ’14: Honorable mention all state football Class
C-2, Lincoln Journal Star and Omaha World-Herald; and
Honorable mention all area football, Omaha World-Herald.
Jon Vrana, ’15: Honorable mention all state football Class
C-2, Lincoln Journal Star and Omaha World-Herald; and
Honorable mention all area football, Omaha World-Herald
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P a r e nt
pride
News
Dr. Lonelle Rathje• (402) 556-3772, ext. 1014 • lorathje@brownell.edu
New Year – New Commitment
to Parent Pride and Brownell-Talbot School
Dear Parents, Faculty and Friends of Brownell-Talbot School,
If you’re like me, you are finding it hard to believe the first half of this school year is over! What an
exciting first half it was with our 150-year celebration, record enrollment, winning, record breaking
sports teams, and more. It’s hard to imagine topping all that, but knowing our Brownell-Talbot family, I
know we will!
2014 holds the promise of the future, building on our successes. Before we know it, we’ll graduate
our largest class yet – 42 young adults who are already receiving hundreds of thousands of dollars
in scholarships to the nation’s best colleges and universities. They follow in the footsteps of stellar
Brownell-Talbot School graduates who have gone before and set a prime example for our current
students.
You have a big part in this success and the Brownell-Talbot School legacy.
When you give to Parent Pride, you are fueling the fire that keeps our School strong, helping to fund all
of the resources that it requires to provide the passion to learn, the ability to think critically, the skills to
lead that all of our students acquire while here.
We need everyone’s participation in Parent Pride.
The difference in what it takes to educate each full-time student and what you pay in tuition is $2,933.
Please pledge what your budget allows today. When every family makes a gift, we all realize the
rewards.
It’s easy to give online now at Brownell.edu/MakeAGift
And, your gift is tax deductible!
Thank you – and Happy New Year!
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Wende Kotouc • wkotouc@aol.com • Jackie Vinci • jackicv@aol.com
“A proud past. A strong future.”
Save the Date: Friday, May 9, 2014
Brownell-Talbot Campus
Imagine the possibilities that await you for Gala 2014!
As we continue our year-long celebration of Brownell-Talbot’s 150 years of providing the premier education in the region, we look
forward to honoring this landmark and the promise of continuing our proud heritage into the future at our annual gala on May 9.
This year’s gala will return to campus to remind us of the rich history and strength of our school.
The planning of such a celebratory event involves all of us. As a community of parents, students, alumni, faculty and staff,
combining our time, talents and treasures are key to making this a successful fundraiser. We welcome all who would like to be a
part of this team. For more information on how you can participate in Gala 2014, please contact general chairs Wende Kotouc at
wkotouc@aol.com or Jackie Vinci at jackiecv@aol.com or any of the steering committee chairs listed.
We are excited to share with you some new experiences to watch out for this year:
Parent Tables! A new team concept of planning parent seating from each grade level under the leadership of Paul Savory will
include Lower School representatives Paul and Debbie Grafelman, Middle School Tom and Lois McElderry and Upper School Bryan
and Trudy Bredthauer.
Exceptional Experiences! We are delighted to introduce this new category combining Great Gatherings and Family Baskets. Read
more about it in the profile of our committee chairs Kathleen Couchonnal and April Combs.
Contributions! There are several ways you can contribute or donate to Gala 2014 to ensure it is a spectacular success. Contact
Wende Kotouc or Jackie Vinci to find out how you can:
1. Volunteer your time on a committee. Over the next few months leading up to gala we will feature the chairs of the committees
and the exciting developments they have in the works. Get involved!
2. Offer an item for the Silent Auction, “Exceptional Experiences” or Live Auction.
3. Make a cash donation
4. Become a corporate sponsor
5. Underwrite a grade level program
6. Advertise your business (or one you think should be represented) in our gala catalog
Come to the Party and Just Bring One or More! We can’t imagine anyone missing this celebratory event, so be sure to put May 9 on
your calendar today and share your support and enthusiasm for our school by bringing friends and family.
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Exceptional Experiences — Kathleen Couchonnal & April Combs, Co-Chairs
For this year’s Gala, we have re-envisioned family gift baskets and Great Gatherings into one new exciting
category called “Exceptional Experiences.” We plan to offer a variety of unique and memorable experiences,
such as a multi-family backyard campout or a progressive dinner or even job-shadowing opportunities. Instead
of asking families to donate the traditional gift basket, the sky is the limit as you can sponsor or underwrite a
wide possibility of “Exceptional Experiences.” All creative ideas are welcome! We will send a letter with a
list of ideas to choose from in January. If you have any questions or ideas in the meantime, please feel free to
contact April Combs or Kathleen Couchonnal.
Kathleen Couchonnal &
April Combs
Silent Auction News — Christina Ramon, Chair
This year’s Gala will feature some new and exciting changes for the Silent Auction. Get ready to begin your bidding
early with the online auction. The online auction will start mid-April and end before Gala. You’ll still be bidding on
all the traditional favorites like gift certificates to restaurants, hotel stays and unique, one-of-kind items donated by
local businesses. PLUS, new this year will be an online ‘“B-T Shoppe.” You’ll be able to purchase great B-T gear and
memorabilia within the online auction!
Christina Ramon
Then at Gala on May 9, enjoy coming back to B-T and bidding in person on the unique items that make our Gala such
a special night. Stay tuned for details on the student art projects, Exceptional Experiences and even a surprise "theme"
table. If you have any ideas to share, are interested in volunteering for Silent Auction or have questions, please contact
Christina Ramon.
Steering Committee
Gala 2014
GENERAL CHAIRS
Wende Kotouc
Jackie Vinci
HONORARY CHAIRS Neely and Mary Kountze
Sarah Haskell
ADVERTISING
Zaiss & Co./
ARTIST/GRAPHIC
Wendy Wiseman
DESIGN
AV
CORPORATE TABLES
DECORATIONS
DISPLAY
LIVE AUCTION
MAILINGS
PARENT TABLES
SILENT AUCTION
STUDENT VIDEO
Jace Anderson
Niki Theophilus
Wendy Wiseman
Fatima Basith
Ambika Mittal
Jan Vrana
Whitney Klinefelter
Chair - Paul Savory
Chair - Christina Ramon
Online Bidding - Lorraine Borys
Experiences - Kathleen Couchonnal
Experiences - April Combs
Student Art Projects - Casie Schlueter
Margaux Towne
wkotouc@aol.com
jackiecv@aol.com
sarahgollhaskell@gmail.com
wiseman@zaissco.com
jaceander1@gmail.com
ntheophilus@cox.net
wiseman@zaissco.com
shrink@prodigy.net
ambika111@hotmail.com
janvrana@vrana.com
chrisklinefelter@msn.com
psavory2@gmail.com
christinaramon@msn.com
raine94@me.com
kcouchonnal@hotmail.com
combskids@yahoo.com
casieschlueter@yahoo.com
margauxpolo@aol.com
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News
A dm i ss i o ns &
F i nan c i al A i d
Mr. Kelley Miller• (402) 556-3772, ext. 1006 • kemiller@brownell.edu
Welcome Wednesdays at 8:30 a.m.;
Join Us for an Admissions Chat
Financial Aid Season is Upon Us
At Brownell-Talbot, we are committed to making our
education affordable and accessible to all families who seek
to enroll their child. While parents are responsible for making
a financial commitment to help offset the cost of attending
B-T, we also offer need-based financial aid to those who may
qualify.
Attention Parents! Starting on Wednesday, January 15, and
continuing through Wednesday, February 26, please join Kelley
Miller and Jessica Bertschinger for Welcome Wednesdays – a
chance to discuss re-enrollment, financial aid, scholarships and
much more in a relaxing and informal discussion driven by you,
our parents. Coffee and light refreshments will be served and
conversations are welcome.
School Level Movie Nights
The Office of Admissions will host three movie nights for current
Brownell-Talbot families and friends. Join us for an evening of
popcorn and entertainment as we screen age-appropriate films in our
Swanson Auditorium.
• Friday, January 10, 2014 – Lower School Movie Night, 4 p.m.
• Friday, January 24, 2013 – Upper School Movie Night, 8 p.m.
• Thursday, February 13, 2014 – Middle School Movie Night, 4
p.m.
Shadow Day Set January 20
Attention Prospective Students! Ever wonder what a day in the life
of a Brownell-Talbot student is like? Come and see for yourself!
Brownell-Talbot School will hosst a special Prospective Student
Shadow Day on Monday, January 20, when most schools are closed
for the Martin Luther King holiday. Prospective students will be
paired with a current student and follow his/her schedule for the day.
Lunch will be provided, compliments of Admissions. Please contact
Kelley Miller at (402) 556-3772, ext. 1006, or kemiller@brownell.
edu for more information.
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To ensure that the awarding of financial aid is determined
in an equitable and individualized manner, Brownell-Talbot
utilizes the services of School and Student Service (SSS)
through the National Association of Independent Schools
(NAIS). Students in grades one through 12 may apply for
financial aid at Brownell-Talbot. First priority will be given to
families who submit all of the required financial information
prior to March 1. Those who qualify for aid will be notified in
writing by April 1. Financial Aid applications received after
March 1 will be considered on a case-by-case basis.
HOW TO APPLY
The initial phase of the financial aid application process
requires the completion of a confidential Parent Financial
Statement (PFS), which is now active and can be accessed and
completed online through School and Student Service (SSS)
at www.sss.nais.org. Brownell-Talbot’s SSS school code is
1900.
Along with your completed Parent Financial Statement
through School and Student Services, you will also be asked
to provide the following items:
• Copies of your most recent tax forms including all tax
schedules
• Copies of your most recent W-2 forms
• Copies of supporting documentation for other types of
income including Social Security, child support, etc.
News
A dm i ss i o ns
& F i nan c i al A i d
Malone Scholars Program
The Malone Scholars Program provides Brownell-Talbot School with an extraordinary opportunity to seek out gifted students entering
grades seven through 12 and encourage them to apply for a Malone Scholarship. The amount of the scholarship varies according to the
student’s financial need (with a minimum of 30 percent need), but the Malone Scholarship can pay up to full tuition and related expenses.
This award may be renewed through a student’s Brownell-Talbot career, provided that he or she remains in good academic standing.
Students are encouraged to apply for this opportunity should they meet the following requirements:
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Be entering grades seven through 12
Be a United States citizen
Place in the top 5 percent of their class nationwide
Demonstrate at least 30 percent financial need
Present the desire and drive to educate themselves to the very best of their ability
To learn more, please contact the Office of Admissions at (402) 556-3772 or admissions@brownell.edu. Applications are due as soon as
possible. To download the application form, visit www.brownell.edu/malone.
New! Online Re-enrollment with Veracross
Planning is already underway for the 2014-15 school year and we look forward to your family joining us once again. New this year will
be the opportunity to re-enroll online through Veracross. Please look for more information to follow once we are fully integrated within
its system. It is our hope to release re-enrollment contracts in mid-to-late February.
In addition, please notify us at your earliest convenience if another child in your family will attend Brownell-Talbot for the first time.
Contact Kelley Miller in the Office of Admissions for an application or visit brownell.edu to download an application. We are accepting
applications at this time.
We Need Your Help!
Do you know of a family that would benefit from learning more about Brownell-Talbot School? Encourage them to visit campus! How
about an event in the community where we could showcase our many student opportunities and talents? Let us know!
By representing Brownell-Talbot in your community, you provide year-round visibility. To the many people you interact with daily, you
are Brownell-Talbot. With your help, we can positively impact the number of students who inquire, visit and enroll in this great school.
We look forward to working with you!
To refer a family today, please contact the Office of Admissions at (402) 556-3772 or admissions@brownell.edu.
Admissions 2013-14 Calendar of Events
December 14 (9-1 p.m.)
January 10 (4 p.m.)
January 20 (8-3:40 p.m).
January 24 (8 p.m.)
February 5 (8:30-10:30 a.m.)
February 8 (9-1 p.m.)
February 13 (4 p.m.)
February 15 (All Day)
February 22 (9-10:30 a.m.)
April 6 (10 a.m.)
April 26 (9-12 p.m.)
May 21 (5-6:30 p.m.)
June 9-13 (9-10 a.m.)
June 20 (6:30 p.m.)
Entrance Exams for Grades 7 – 12
Lower School Movie Night – Auditorium
New Student Shadow Day (Grades 5 – 12)
Upper School Movie Night – Auditorium
In-School Open House
Entrance Exams for Grades 1 – 6
Middle School Movie Night – Auditorium
Financial Aid Deadline (For New and Returning Families)
Kindergarten Round-Up (9:00 am)/Early Childhood Open House (10:30 am)
Omaha Week of the Young Child Kick-Off @ Children’s Museum
Entrance Exams for Grades 1-8
New Parent Information Fair
Mommy & Me at B-T
Brownell-Talbot Movie Night – LS Playground
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News
P a r e nts ’
A ss o c i at i o n
Mrs. Melissa Schafer • (402) 502-5634 • btpa@brownell.edu
Dear Parents,
A huge thanks to all the volunteers who helped out during the first half of the year! We have lots of
opportunities left to get involved starting in January so please plan on attending our 8:15 a.m. meeting in the
Fireside Room January 9. We will fill volunteer spots for faculty/staff appreciation week, the upcoming Middle
School dances, spring book fair for required summer reading and Family Fun Day. This seems like it is a long
way off, but we will finalize the slate of officers for 2014-2015 sometime in February. Please consider taking an
active role in our BTPA. We need of some fresh, exciting ideas for the upcoming year and some changes will be
made.
As always, please let me know if there is anything I can do or if you have any ideas!
Happy New Year!
Melissa Schafer
2013-2014 BTPA President
IMPORTANT DATES FOR SECOND SEMESTER
EventDateChair
BTPA Monthly Meetings
Thurs., Jan. 9
Melissa Schafer
Thurs., Feb. 6Melissa Schafer
Thurs., March 6Melissa Schafer
Thurs., April 3
Melissa Schafer
MS Proper Dance
Fri., Jan. 24
BTPA Spring Luncheon
May Date TBD
Faculty/Staff Appreciation Week
March 3-7
Laura Crosby & Ambika Mittal
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News
B - T B o o st e r s
Mrs. Kathy Emer y • (402) 861-9443 • kemer y74@gmail.com
Dear Parents,
The B-T Booster Club is a volunteer parent-run organization that supports our children in fall, winter, and spring sports and the fine
arts. As involved and academically driven B-T students are, you can count on Boosters being behind your children. So, if you have
not joined us either by becoming a member or volunteering, please do so. Your children benefit from all the wish-list items we make
available for all NSAA activities.
Membership forms are available at brownell.edu under forms on the quicklinks menu on the home page. Contact Jenny Rich,
membership chair, at jwentzrich@yahoo.com for additional information. Contact Colette Michael at lcwmichael@cox.net to volunteer
or Donna Bellavance-Puetz at dlbellavance@yahoo.com to volunteer at the next girls’ and boys’ basketball games.
Students needing service hours and wishing to volunteer should contact Coach Jeff Rohrig at jerohrig@brownell.edu. There are
several home events left this season. Please check the B-T website for an updated schedule and come support our teams!
There are also several fun events planned for January and February at the basketball games: January 11 — Hawaiian Night; January
17 – White Out; January 23 – Denim on Denim; and February 11 — Tie Dye Tuesday. Pack the gym and senior night is scheduled for
January 23.
The next Booster Club meeting is Friday, January 10, at 8 a.m. in the Fireside Room.
Happy New Year!
Kathy Emery, President
kemery74@gmail.com
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Cheer With Us!
Come join us for the
“Winter Wonderland” CHEERLEADING CLINIC!
Saturday, January 18, 2014
Clinic: 11 a.m. – 2 p.m. in the LS Gym
Material Performance: 2:30pm at halftime of
girls’ basketball game immediately following the clinic.
Cost:$35.
Price includes: T-shirt, craft project, and snack (nut free)
The clinic is only open to students in grades K-8. The participants will be grouped
based on grade level and taught material appropriate for their age.
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Registration Slip
Cheerleader’s Name: _________________ Grade: ____
Parent’s Name:____________________________________
Cell Phone Number:_________________________________
T-shirt size: Youth: Small Medium Large X-Large Adult: Small Medium
Please turn in registration and payment to the office by 1/10/14. Any late
registrations cannot be guaranteed a T-shirt. Please make checks payable to
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JAN. Lunch
News
Chef Jim Hill • (402) 556-3772, ext. 1021 • jihill@brownell.edu
Monday
Tuesday
6
7
Cheese Pizza Whole All Beef Hot Dog on
Wheat Stuffed Crust, Whole Wheat Bun,
Baked Potato
Tossed Romaine
Salad, Sliced Peaches Barrels, Diced Pears
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Wednesday
1
Thursday
2
Friday
3
No School
No School
No School
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9
10
Crispito with Cheese
Pork Cutlet on a
Sauce, Salsa and Sour
Whole Wheat Bun,
Cream, Tri Tator,
Au-Gratin Potato,
Mixed Fruit, Italian
Apple Crisp
Orange Ice
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Mozzarella Cheese
French Dip Au-jus Breaded Chicken Breast
Pizza Sticks,
on a Whole Wheat
Sandwich on Whole
Bun, Southwestern
Marinara Sauce,
Wheat Bun, Baked Jo Black and Pinto Beans,
Tossed Romaine
Jo Fries, Mixed Fruit Raspberry Applesauce
Salad, Clementine
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21
Beef and Bean Burrito
with Cheese Sauce,
Fiesta Mexican Rice,
Pineapple Chunks,
Cinnamon Churro
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28
29
23
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Macaroni and
Cheese, Celery Sticks Pepperoni Pizza Whole Mostaccioli with Meat Beef Nachos with
or Marinara Sauce,
Grain Stuffed Crust,
with Ranch Dressing,
Corn Chips, Salsa,
Fresh Steamed
Fresh Spinach Salad
Shredded Lettuce
Fresh Red Grapes, with Grape Tomatoes, Broccoli, Diced Pears,
Mini Carrots, Mango
Wheat Roll and
Garlic Breadstick
Fresh Kiwi
Butter
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Sweet and Sour
Glazed Chicken, Stir Whole Grain Waffles,
Fried Vegetables,
Syrup, Hash Brown,
Brown Rice,
Turkey Sausage,
Pineapple, Fortune Fresh Orange Smiles
Cookie
Mini Turkey Corn Beef Cutlet, Mashed
BBQ Pork Riblett on
a Whole Wheat
Dogs, Potato Barrels, Potatoes and Gravy,
Peaches, Roll and
Hoagie, Baked Curly
Sliced Pears,
Butter
Fries, Mini Banana
Pumpkin Bars
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Cheeseburger on Whole
Grain Bun, Kettle Chips,
Pineapple Chunks, Chocolate
Chip Cookie, Grilled Chicken
Breast on Bun (Upper School)
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Grilled Cheese
Sandwich, Tomato
Soup, Cucumber
Slices, Applesauce
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No School;
Parent/Teacher
Conferences
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400 N. Happy Hollow Blvd.
Omaha, NE 68132
Address Service Requested
Phone:
Fax:
Web:
402.556.3772
402.553.2994
brownell.edu
News? New Home?
New Phone Numbers?
If you have any address or phone number updates,
please contact Renae Mackender, Advancement
Operations Coordinator, at (402) 556-3772, ext. 1013,
or remacken@brownell.edu. Submit your news to
remacken@brownell.edu by the 10th of each month.
Looking Ahead...
January
6
Classes Resume
9
BTPA Meeting
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Shadow Day – Prospective Students
Martin Luther King, Jr., Day Convocation
9 a.m. — Upper School Gym
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No School - Parent/Student/Teacher Conferences
February
5
Admissions Open House
6
BTPA Meeting
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No School; Faculty Professional Development
17
No School; Mid-Winter Holiday
21
Kindergarten Round-up
22
Early Childhood Open House
March
3-7
7
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24-28
Faculty/Staff Appreciation Week
End of Third Quarter
Early Dismissal; 21st Century Lecture Series
No School; Spring Break
REMINDER: Please use the white payment
drop box by the school store to make
any payment — tuition, expense, gala
reservation, or other payment to the school.
Payments will not be accepted at the front
desk.
Statement of Policy
The Brownell-Talbot Newsletter is produced monthly to
inform parents and others about school events, classroom
events, and student achievements in the classroom, on the
playing field, or in other extracurricular activities. This
information is submitted by faculty and staff members.
The “Celebrate the B-T Community” section celebrates the
achievements of students, faculty, and staff outside the school
environment. This information may be submitted by faculty,
staff, students, or parents to remacken@brownell.edu by the
10th day of each month.
The school reserves the right to edit information in the
interest of space and content. Advertising is not accepted.