Dear Brookwood SD167 Parents/Families:
Board of education DOREEN DAVIS,
As each school year comes to a close, it is a time of reflection and a source of pride as we celebrate the tremendous perseverance, resilience, and accomplishments of our students, staff, and families. This year, I am perhaps the most proud I have ever been of our students, staff and families. When the world came to a near grinding halt due to the COVID-19 health crisis last year, our school community made the choice to continue moving forward to support our students
BOARD PRESIDENT DR. TIFFANY GRAHAM, BOARD VICE PRESIDENT MARY TAYLOR, BOARD SECRETARY
and to establish a “New Normal” during this unprecedented time that
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was marked by a genuine commitment to serve students and meet
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their needs with care and compassion. Since the start of this school year, we created safe spaces at our schools for students to report on-
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site for their remote instruction. In March, we were also able to return
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our students back to in-person instruction 5-days a week for full days. We provided ALL students with a 1:1 technology device and hotspots (internet access) for any family in need. We have witnessed our community put into practice the skills we believe are essential for students to be prepared for challenging colleges and careers and to be engaged citizens. Together, our students, staff and families have faced challenges with courage, flexibility, teamwork, and a growth mindset. Teachers found new ways to teach and connect with students and parents, while our students found new ways to learn and engage with their teachers and classmates. When you look back at this time, I hope you will feel the same sense of pride. While it has not been perfect, it has been inspiring and I thank you from the bottom of my heart. 201 E. Glenwood-Dyer Road Glenwood, IL 60425
(708) 758-5190
www.brookwood167.org
VALENCIA LYNCH, BOARD MEMBER QUENTIN WRIGHT, BOARD MEMBER
superintendent BETHANY A. LINDSAY
Board of education
Message to the Class of 2021...
DOREEN DAVIS,
To our graduating 8th Grade class of 2021, you have demonstrated a
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depth of character that the entire Brookwood community can be proud
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of and celebrate. As your Superintendent, I have a deep appreciation
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for your positive engagement, spirit of cooperation, and your ability to adapt to all the changes that came your way. While no words can
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make up for what has been lost or changed, please know that you will
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forever be remembered for your courage, resilience, and tenacity as
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you navigated your 8th grade year that was far from what you had ever
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envisioned.
JOHN DIXON,
On behalf of the Brookwood School District Board of Education, our
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District and the entire Brookwood community, we are proud of you
VALENCIA LYNCH,
and we are honored to have had the privilege of educating and serving
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you. We wish you well as you embark upon this next exciting phase of your journey on to high school.
QUENTIN WRIGHT, BOARD MEMBER
superintendent BETHANY A. LINDSAY
201 E. Glenwood-Dyer Road Glenwood, IL 60425
(708) 758-5190
www.brookwood167.org
Brookwood SD167 is working diligently on planning for summer activities and the upcoming school year.
We will provide our
Board of education DOREEN DAVIS,
community with updates and solicit your direct feedback as we
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continue this critical work, so please check our website regularly at
DR. TIFFANY GRAHAM,
www.brookwood167.org.
BOARD VICE PRESIDENT
Thank You again for your unparalleled partnership and support during
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this challenging year. On behalf of the Board of Education and our
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District, we hope you and your families have a joyful, rejuvenating and
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safe summer!
BOARD MEMBER JOHN DIXON, BOARD MEMBER VALENCIA LYNCH, BOARD MEMBER QUENTIN WRIGHT, BOARD MEMBER
superintendent BETHANY A. LINDSAY
201 E. Glenwood-Dyer Road Glenwood, IL 60425
(708) 758-5190
www.brookwood167.org