Families depart the Chapel following the State of the School presentation during Family Weekend 2022.
At Brooks, we are fortunate to have a remarkably dedicated and supportive parent community. From volunteering at on- and o -campus events and games to sharing professional experiences and connections, Brooks parents truly step up. e Brooks Together parent drive for the Brooks Fund is one of these areas where we are incredibly grateful for our parent support as both donors and volunteers. Every year, members of the Brooks community — alumni, parents, grandparents, faculty and friends — are asked to consider making a charitable contribution to the Brooks Fund. A vital aspect of our nancial model, the Brooks Fund provides resources for every facet of school. From faculty salaries and nancial aid to classroom and facility needs, 10 percent of our operating budget comes from the Brooks Fund. is year, we are striving to raise $2.5 million for the 2022-2023 Brooks Fund. We welcome families to support the Brooks Fund via our Brooks Together parent drive. Last year, parents contributed more than $1 million to Brooks Together, which represented 40 percent of the overall Brooks Fund. e support of our families is truly appreciated and impactful! Our goal for this year is to reach out to every family in the Brooks community to talk about your personal commitment to Brooks Together. Gi s can be made online via the website, check, securities and Venmo. We also have included a pledge card and reply envelope for your convenience. Questions about Brooks Together can be directed to Director of the Brooks Fund and Family Engagement Mary Merrill: mmerrill@brooksschool.org.
ft
Th
Th
ff
Th
Th
fi
is year’s Brooks Together drive will run from February 2 through March 8, 2023. is timeframe includes our annual Giving Day on February 9! ank you for your consideration and support of Brooks School.
fi
Th
Th
What is Brooks Together?
Academics is year, Brooks teachers are o ering 167 academic and 33 Winter Term courses for our students. e current faculty /student ratio is 1 to 6 with an average class size of 11 providing for a personalized academic experience. On average, the Learning Center provides academic support for more than 50 students a week.
Access One in three Brooks students is receiving nancial aid this year. e total amount of nancial aid awarded is $5,859,500 and the average grant is $47,000. is year, the student body is from 31 states and 23 countries.
Arts Our arts department includes 22 full- and part-time teachers in theater, dance, music and visual arts. Annual performances include at least three productions and three concerts in the theater. Student art is displayed throughout the Center for the Arts and in two annual shows in the Lehman Art Center.
Athletics Brooks School boasts 15 interscholastic sports. Forty-eight teams participate in the competitive Independent School League. Our athletes have access to top facilities, strong coaching and personal training on campus.
ff
fi
fi
From elds and courts to water and trails, Brooks athletes model competitive drive and sportsmanship.
fi
Th
Th
Th
Th
What does Brooks Together support?
Questions, please contact Director of the Brooks Fund and Family Engagement Mary Merrill: mmerrill@brooksschool.org or (978) 725-6287.