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People still need to perform to a high standard individually, but they also need to work cooperatively in problem solving with groups of people who have different strengths. Communication and teamwork skills have become essential for success, as have flexibility and the ability to quickly adapt to change. Group projects are exercises in communication, teamwork, and learning to work with people. Group projects are introduced gradually as students demonstrate individual competence, ensuring the environment does not fall into an undirected exercise without focus or goals. Interdisciplinary, theme based projects continue to draw on a broader range of students’ skills as they grow.

Brookfield offers an outstanding foundation in academic training as well as reinforcement in the traditional values held by time-tested educational institutions. It is a non-sectarian school that fosters the formation of intellect with character. Teachers encourage students to model respectful citizenship and to promote attitudes necessary for a positive learning environment. Personal responsibility and organization are emphasized through the daily preparation of one’s work. Mutual respect and the common courtesies of “please” and “thank you” are encouraged, as is good sportsmanship. The Brookfield culture helps students develop perseverance and self-discipline in the learning process. The honor code provides a base for each student to perform with the knowledge and integrity that the work is his or her personal best without the influence of others.

Since so many students spend the first nine years of their school together, many of the friendships that develop among classmates are often life long. Throughout the years, students participate in a variety of activities together outside of the school environment. Some students are neighbors and others play in the same sports groups. Students frequently develop friendships with siblings of their classmates because of common interests and activities and children often cross over grade levels to play together in the after school program.

Experience has shown that students have a better focus on studies when they are not overly concerned with dress. Stylish fads can be distracting and expensive, particularly among students in middle school. The uniforms are simple, practical, and economical. Students are expected to wear the uniform each day and to abide by the school’s dress code regarding neatness and general cleanliness.