Horrors!

Count Dracula returned to the Brookville stage for the weekends of May 11 and 12, and May 18 and 19. The drama department presented this play based on the classic horror novel by Bram Stoker. Involved in the cast were Zane Johnson, Joe Russell, Aarin Levine, Morgan Stone, Josh Petersen, Nedra Roberts, Courtney Elder, Tony Allen, Katherine Hill, Jessica Knight, Roxy Yates, Katie Russell, and Jennifer Viohl.

Mr. David Tomlin, sponsor, has been involved with drama productions at Brookville High School for twenty-three years. This is the second time Dracula has been performed on the Brookville stage.

Designing Students

Brookville technology students showed their stuff at the 2001 Technology Fair on Friday, May 11, 2001 at Central Virginia Community College. Eleven area high schools participated in this event. As a segment of the instructional program for students enrolled in the Technology Education Drafting program at Brookville High School, students are required to design and construct various types of architectural and engineering models of design problems. Every student is required to develop a portfolio of the work they have produced in the course of the current year. This body of work is then entered in the competition at the Fair with the area high schools.

The BHS "Team Math Problem Solving" students placed first, earning $25.00. Cathy Herman, Chris Steuck, Todd Koren, and Vinh Pham contrtibuted to this effort. In the "Junk Buggy Construction/Race, Team BHS also placed first, and earned another $25.00 prize. Jeff Porter, Jeff Wilson, Ryan Wojdyla, and AJ Ebersold constructed a junk buggy from parts gleaned from the Campbell County landfill, put it together on the site of the race, then were able to ride it for two laps around the track. BHS also received first place in "School Participation," earning the most overall points in competition. They were presented with a $250.00 prize.

Other students who also placed with their designs included the following: Portfolio Competition, Technical Drafting , Daniel Beck , 2^nd Place; Henry Wodke IV, 3^rd Place . Engineering Drafting , David Bailey , 1^st Place; Jason Chalfant , 3^rd Place; Tyler King , Honorable Mention. Architectural Drafting , Jeff Wilson, 1^st Place; Todd Koren , Honorable Mention. Engineering, Bridge Building , A.J. Ebersold , 3^rd Place. Architectural Models, Vinh Phan and Austin MacKenzie, 3^rd Place.

The Brookville High School chapter of the Future Business Leaders of America was represented at the State Leadership Conference in Reston, Virginia, on April 6 – 8 by Chelsea Cook, Ryan Dudley, Josh Scott, Jennifer Sippel, and Adviser Ed Fielding. The chapter observed Secretaries Day by recognizing our school secretaries with gift baskets of bath products. State Spelling Proficiency Certificates will be presented in May to the following business students: Daniel Arrington, Chelsea Cook, Tim Crews, Jenni Erdman, Matt Fickle, Ben Glass, Daniel Heffner, Clay Hudnall, Fallon Jennings, Kate Lloyd, Curt McInteer, Mark Murphy, Jeff Pamer, Keisha Patterson, Andrew Pyun, Bethany Roberts, Paige Scott, Chad Steuck, Carrie Throckmorton, Brian Viar, Jordan Wright, and Tara Wright. Newly-elected officers for the 2001-2002 chapter year are: President: Jennifer Sippel; Vice-president: Brandon Harris; Secretary: Tony Hwang; Treasurer: Josh Scott. The offices of historian, reporter, and parliamentarian will be filled when school starts next fall. Have a great summer!

Track Renovation Update

Thanks to a lot of hard work by our Athletic Boosters Club and our track committee and thanks to the generosity of the Brookville community, we have reached our goal of $130,000.00 to renovate and "rubberize" our track. This project has been on the drawing board for many years and we are finally ready to break ground on this exciting new project. The new track will serve our track teams, Phys-Ed classes, Tomahawk Elementary, Brookville Middle, and the entire Brookville-Timberlake area. We would like to thank all those who worked so hard on the fundraising effort and those who donated to this cause.

Latin Year-In-Review

What has been happening in the Latin Department this year? Although you have not heard from the Latin students in the newsletter this year, the students have had a very busy year as usual.

The kick-off "get-acquainted" meeting of the Latin Club in September was a trip to the Fort Hill Bowling Center for bowling followed by pizza (of course!).

During September and October, Latin students generously donated needed supplies to the World Help Organization to be distributed to children in hospitals and orphanages in third world countries.

November 19^th and 20^th found students in Richmond for the annual Virginia Junior Classical League Convention. This event gives students the opportunity to compete with other students throughout the state in academic contests relating to Latin and the history and culture of the Romans. In addition, the students compete in numerous arts and crafts contests which must have a classical theme. Again this year, the students returned with numerous awards.

The top winner was Kailen Verilla who placed 5^th in Sweepstakes for entering and placing in numerous contests. Keely Scott received a 1^st in Modern Myth, John Hawkins was awarded a 2^nd in Latin Oratory while Matt walker earned a 3^rd place in Storytelling.

Among the top ten academic winners in the state were: Amy Dalton, 9^th, Latin literature; Matt Farley, 9^th, Latin literature; John Hawkins, 6^th, geography, Katie Howard, 10^th , pentathlon; Jessica Kan, 4^th, history and 9^th, vocabulary; Megan McLaughlin, 7^th, vocabulary and 10^th geography; Candace Motz, 10^th, mythology; Brad Nichols, 5^th, history; Jai Rogers, 5^th, Latin literature; Kailen Verilla, 10^th, mythology, 9^th, derivatives and 1^st, geography.

Graphic arts winners were: Melissa Aghamkar, 2^nd, mosaics, 3^rd, sculpture, and 6^th, children’s books; Tony Allen, 3^rd, games; Judith Brown, 4^th, charts and 7^th maps; Emily Burnor, 7^th, greeting cards; Whitney Conroy, 7^th, children’s books; Amy Dalton, 7^th, large models and 9^th, illustrated quotes; Tember Ferguson, 3^rd, art: charcoal; Matt Farley, 3^rd, small models; Katie Hammer, 4^th, children’s books; Natalie Harris, 2^nd, T-shirt; Erin Hildreth, 3^rd, miscellaneous (mythology notebook); Katie Howard, 7^th, small models; Shelley Jewell - 3^rd, large models; Keri Jones, 9^th, children’s books; Tiffany Kretowicz, 2^nd, children’s books; Jenny Lindstrom - 9^th, quotes; Joey Logan, 8^th, charts; Cassie Mabery, 3^rd, games, 3^rd, miscellaneous (mythology notebook) and 9^th, cards; Megan Meglaughlin, 4^th, art-mixed media; Candace Motz, 5^th, cards; Brad Nichols, 7^th art-ink and 1^st , art-pencil; Sharon Olsen, 7^th, mosaics; Crystal Hinebrick, 4^th, art-pencil, and 8^th, illustrated quote; Katie Howard, 2^nd, posters; Rob Puckette, 1^st, small models; Cchris Reynolds, 4^th, pottery; Lindsey Robinette, 8^th, small models; Jai Rogers, 7^th, quotes; Heather Rolfes, 10^th, mosaics and 4^th, art-pencil; Rachel Saunders, 5^th, illustrated quote; Allison Scoles: 7^th, photography and 2^nd, art-mixed media; Keely Scott, 4^th, art: charcoal, 4^th art: ink, 1^st, art: mixed media, 3^rd, art: pastels, and 7^th, art: pencil; Samantha Shannon, 2^nd, art: pencil; Kailen Verilla, 5^th, miscellaneous (mythology notebook), 2^nd photography, and 3^rd, maps; Andrew Vicks , 5^th miscellaneous (mythology notebook), Jordan Wright, 3^rd, Tara Wright, 1^st, charts.

We were fortunate to have some wonderful parents willing to give up their weekend to enable more students to attend.

Snow changed the plans for the Christmas caroling (Christmas carols in Latin!) which was to take place at a local nursing home and then in the neighborhood, followed by a meal prepared by Fazoli’s. However, students had already spread the joy of the season by sponsoring a four-year-old from the History Club angel tree. Because of the very kind generosity of the Latin students, a wonderful Christmas was provided for this little girl.

February found the students engaged in their annual Valentine’s Day Flower sale. Students bought long-stem carnations to be delivered to their friends, teachers, and those "special ones" at the beginning of first period. Profit from this activity helped to pay for the Latin Banquet in March.

The Latin Banquet was held March 24, 2001 in the BHS cafeteria which had been transformed by the talents of the students into Day and Night. The presiding deities were Aurora goddess of the dawn ( Cassie Mabery) and Nyx, goddess of night, (Alison Bowyer). The banquet gives the students an opportunity to step back into history as students, dressed as Romans, enjoy an evening of feasting and entertainment. The first-year students and those upperclassmen joining for the first time serve their "masters"–second-years patricians (wealthy class of citizens) and gods and goddesses (Latin III-V). Students provided the entertainment and a host of wonderful parents helped in the kitchen. A dance followed with Mr. Ed Anderson of "Makin’ Tracs" as DJ.

A number of Latin students took the National Latin Exam in March and 34 students won awards from Brookville Middle and High Schools. Latin I (BMS) winners were as follows: gold medal, Laura Helferstay; silver medal, Courtney Wood and Nicole Lawson; magna cum laude, Emily Franklin, Philip Layman, and Thomas Miller; cum laude, Matt Starr, Matt Smith, Becky Mix, Brian Paljug, Zane Cowins, Thomas Ripley, Steve Sims, and Lindsay Bomar.

High school winners were: Latin I, magna cum laude, Craig Kompelien, Jenny Lindstrom, Allison Scoles, Jessica Kan, and Shelley Jewell; cum laude, Matthew Fickle. Latin II, silver medal, Melissa Aghamkar, John Hawkins, and Rob Puckette; magna cum laude, Whitney Conroy; cum laude, Keely Scott and Katie Hammer. Latin III, magna cum laude, Kelly Stone; cum laude, Sarah Wright. Latin IV, magna cum laude, Scott Tucker and Kailen Verilla; cum laude, Elisa Fort, Jennifer Logan, Andrew Vicks, and Ben Glass.

In April, the fifth year Latin students traveled to RMWC for the performance of the Greek play by Euripides, Iphigeneia at Aulis. Students watched the play in the outdoor theater on the campus, adding to the overall experience.

In May, the Latin students joined the French and Spanish students in celebrating Foreign Language Week whose purpose is to emphasize the value of taking foreign language in today’s world. The week culminated with the annual Market Day when students of all languages set up markets similar to those in ancient Rome and modern Europe. Students had to bargain for items in the language being studied (Yes, even Latin!) and purchase them with the currency of the country being studied.

Officers for the 2001-2002 year are being selected and will be inducted at the Awards Reception, March 24, 2001. In addition, awards will be presented to convention winners and winners on the National Latin Exam. Parents are invited to this final Latin Club meeting of the year.

Two other fun events will take place before the March 24^th meeting. Putt-Putt and pizza will be an event of the 16^th of May and the annual club picnic is scheduled for May 23 at Peaks View Park from 3 p.m. until 5:30 p.m.

Prepare For Fall Sports

Any student planning to participate in a sport at BHS for the 2001-2002 school year must have a physical after May 1, 2001. Parents are encouraged to make appointments during the summer months for physicals, so students will be ready to practice when each season begins. All fall sports practices begin August 6, with the exception of golf, which begins August 1. No student will be eligible to participate in any tryout or practice without a physical. Physicals should be completed on an official VHSL form. These forms may be picked up in the main office.

Guidance News

The Guidance Department is in the process of finishing student scheduling for next year. During the week of May 28, students will receive a printout of their class selections. While this printout will not be the student’s actual schedule, it should be used to identify any discrepancies in their course selections. If the courses listed are not accurate, please call the Guidance Office, 239-2636, no later than June 15. Any changes made after June 15 will have to be approved through Mr. Whorley.

Students Honored For Achievements

Zane Johnson is one of 42 students offered a Jefferson Scholarship for study at the University of Virginia. The merit-based scholarships are awarded to outstanding high school seniors and cover the entire cost of attending UVA for four years of study. Congratulations, Zane!

During the week of May 7, Matthew Scott Tucker represented Central Virginia at the 52^nd Intel International Science and Engineering Fair in San Jose, California, which was an international competition. Scott received fourth (4^th) place in the area of Botany for his Governor’s School project, "The Effects of Low Magnitude Magnetic Fields On The Growth of Brassica rapa." Scott won $500.00 for his efforts.

Congratulations to William (Matt) Farley for being named to the Governor’s School Visual and Performing Arts representative for the summer of 2001. Matt competed against other talented students throughout the state of Virginia for this honor. The program will be housed at the University of Richmond this year where Matt will spend four weeks learning the latest musical techniques and innovations.

Tiffany Kretowicz has been selected to participate in the Governor’s Russian Academy this summer at James Madison University for three weeks. Tiffany will study the Russian language and learn about Russian culture.

Shaun O’Roark and Nichelle White have been selected to participate in the Health Careers Exploration this summer at Lynchburg College. They will shadow health professionals, participate in science labs, learn team building skills and learn about college life.

BWX Technologies and Framatome Technologies are continuing the mentorship program with Campbell County Schools. Chris Steuck and Todd Koren are participating this semester. Engineers are assisting these seniors with various types of projects. The students are working on teams with students from area high schools.

Central Virginia Governor’s School

The Governor’s School Award Ceremony was held on May 7. The following awards were received by Brookville High School students:

• Best Junior Research Paper - Scott Tucker
• Connections in Math Award - Megan Olsen
• Regional Science Fair Winners - Katie Jogerst, Evan Shockley, Scott Tucker
• Best of the Science Fair Project in Biological Sciences & Grand Award - Scott Tucker

The following students were selected to present their research projects at the Virginia Academy of Science meeting at JMU on May 23 in front of renown scientists and their peers:

• Evan Shockley
• Erin Hildreth
• Katie Jogerst
• Scott Tucker

Senior Engineering Project Winners:

• Amy Sliva was a member of the lst place team
• Patrick Conroy was a member of the 2^nd place team

Faculty Award of Excellence for Outstanding Male Senior : Zane Johnson

Aviation Scholarship, Evan Shockley. This scholarship includes the full cost of obtaining a private pilot license .

Received A’s every six weeks: Amy Sliva

Zane Johnson is a member of the Regional Winning Team representing the Governor’s School in the Future Invention Ideas of the Toshiba/NSTA Explora Vision Competition. The team represents 9 states on the east coast. Only 24 teams were selected out of 4000 entries. The team was featured in the April 25 edition of USA Today and on Channel 7 News. They are now competing nationally with a website they developed .

VICA Award Winners

Congratulations to Allen Williams, who placed second (2^nd) in the Carpentry Technical Exam at VICA competition in Virginia Beach the weekend of May 4, 5, and 6. Greta Bryant received a seventh (7^th) place award for her Occupational Display, and Taylor Adams placed in the top ten in Culinary Arts competition.

Senior Portraits for the Class of 2002

Prestige/LifeTouch will be taking senior portraits for the Class of 2002 at Brookville High School on June 6 and 7 from 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. Rising seniors will be scheduled in alphabetical order and will be receiving an appointment card stating their scheduled time for portraits. Portraits will be taken on the stage in the auditorium. A $10 sitting fee is required at the time of the photograph. This sitting fee includes formal, casuals and environmental poses for those desiring these modes of photography. Tuxedos, shirts, ties, and drapes are furnished for the formal pose. For casual and environmental poses, the senior can have two changes of clothing which is included in the sitting fee.

Prestige/LifeTouch is the official photographer for yearbook pictures.

Exams Upcoming

Final exams for seniors are optional this year. Teachers will notify seniors on or before Friday, May 25, of their second semester grade. Seniors must decide on that day whether or not they wish to take the final exam. Seniors who sign up for an exam must take the exam. Senior exams will be given on Wednesday, May 30. If necessary, we will also administer senior exams on Thursday, May 31.

Exams for underclassmen will start on Thursday, May 31, and continue through Tuesday, June 5. Students who receive passing scores on the SOL test will be exempt from the final exams in those core classes. Exams for underclassmen will be given as follows:

• May 31 1^st Period
• June 1 6^th and 7th
• June 4 2^nd and 3rd
• June 5 4^th and 5th

School will dismiss at 12:20 p.m. on June 1, 4, and 5.

School Calendar
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