Today AP Psych students did a Behavior Feedback Experiment. The students practiced walking looking down with short steps compared to walking looking up with big strides. They noticed how they carry themselves affects how they feel. They learned you can transform any mood by simply changing your behavior.
The first 3 show us walking with short steps and looking down. The second 2 show us walking more freely.
💙🧡Congratulations to the following athletes advancing to the Regional meet this Friday!!!
SAVE THE DATE – BHS Awards Ceremonies
Join us as we celebrate our students’ achievements at Branford High School!
Tuesday, May 19 all day in the BHS Auditorium
🕘 Grades 6–8: 9:00 AM
🕦 Grades 9–11: 11:30 AM
🎓 Class of 2026 Seniors: 6:00 PM
We look forward to recognizing the hard work and accomplishments of our Buccaneers!
Scholarship Opportunity
If you are interested in providing a scholarship for one of our seniors, you may choose the recipient or we can help match a student based on your criteria. Please contact Kelly Hunter at kelly.hunter@scsb.us for more information.
Join us as we celebrate our students’ achievements at Branford High School!
Tuesday, May 19 all day in the BHS Auditorium
🕘 Grades 6–8: 9:00 AM
🕦 Grades 9–11: 11:30 AM
🎓 Class of 2026 Seniors: 6:00 PM
We look forward to recognizing the hard work and accomplishments of our Buccaneers!
Scholarship Opportunity
If you are interested in providing a scholarship for one of our seniors, you may choose the recipient or we can help match a student based on your criteria. Please contact Kelly Hunter at kelly.hunter@scsb.us for more information.
Thinking about trying out for majorettes? It’s a great opportunity to build teamwork, learn new skills, and be part of something exciting. You’ll form lasting friendships while practicing routines and supporting one another. Plus, you’ll get to perform at games and school events, representing your school with pride and spirit!
Contact Tracy Combee for any information or questions tracy_combee@outlook.com
Contact Tracy Combee for any information or questions tracy_combee@outlook.com
It’s time to show how much hard work you’ve put in all year!
As we head into end-of-year testing—including state FAST assessments, EOC exams, and AP exams—this is your opportunity to finish strong and make all that effort count.
Here is the BHS testing schedule:
FAST State Testing → given to students in the listed grade levels
EOC Exams & AP Exams → for students currently enrolled in those specific courses
Be prepared!
Be at school on your scheduled testing days
Bring your charged Chromebook
Come ready to focus and do your best
Let’s finish the year strong, Buccaneers!
As we head into end-of-year testing—including state FAST assessments, EOC exams, and AP exams—this is your opportunity to finish strong and make all that effort count.
Here is the BHS testing schedule:
FAST State Testing → given to students in the listed grade levels
EOC Exams & AP Exams → for students currently enrolled in those specific courses
Be prepared!
Be at school on your scheduled testing days
Bring your charged Chromebook
Come ready to focus and do your best
Let’s finish the year strong, Buccaneers!
Last week, our 7th, 8th, and 10th grade social studies students participated in the very first BHS Civics Fair! Students chose to compete in one of four categories: Civic Problem Solver, Justice and Equality, Community Builder, and Compassion in Action.
With over 160 projects presented, the judges were incredibly impressed—not only with the creativity and effort put into each project, but also with the students themselves. Every participant presented their work orally and confidently answered follow-up questions, truly showcasing their knowledge and passion.
We are so proud of our students for representing BHS in such an outstanding way. Their ideas, dedication, and hard work made this event a huge success, and we look forward to seeing some of these projects come to life in our community.
Congratulations to all participants! The winners and brief descriptions of their projects are:
Grand Prize Winners:
Braylee Moseley - Reading to Elementary Students
Elena Garcia - Community Garden
Skyfire Shingledecker - Book and Craft Club
Athens Lee-Glynn - Basic Needs Drive
Runners-Up:
Mya Prosel - Mental Health Access
Huff/Veasey/Ricardo/ Alvarado - Making Branford Beautiful
Roberts/Collins/Dingus - Helping BES Students
Madison Bailey - Funding for Student Clubs
Third Place:
Myranda Watson - Ocean Pollution
Ava Alcorn - Kindess Club
Caylyn VanEtten - Better Recycling Options
Emma Hygema - Sustainable Clothing
Honorable Mentions:
Zachary Roland - Planting Trees
Brooklynn Brown - Helping Strays
Ailine Morales - Hygeine Kits for Community
Amayah James - Social Media for Volunteer Activities
Samantha Porter - ADA Accessibility
Raelea Bradow - Senior Support Bracelets
Colton Taylor - Smart Storm Awareness
Lilyanna Sprague - Protect the Birds
Sally Uhles - Tutoring Program
Phoebe Malott - Future Business Leaders
Figuerona/Koon - McDonald's Crosswalk
Alexander Murnahan - Dog Alert
Sarah Gartner - Peer to Peer Tutoring
Cauley/Hobday - Shelter/Roof
Adyson Beard - Hygeine Product Kits
Samuel Fernandez - Substance Abuse Assistance
People's Choice (Voted Best Project by the Students / Teachers)
William Coe - Litter Clean Up
With over 160 projects presented, the judges were incredibly impressed—not only with the creativity and effort put into each project, but also with the students themselves. Every participant presented their work orally and confidently answered follow-up questions, truly showcasing their knowledge and passion.
We are so proud of our students for representing BHS in such an outstanding way. Their ideas, dedication, and hard work made this event a huge success, and we look forward to seeing some of these projects come to life in our community.
Congratulations to all participants! The winners and brief descriptions of their projects are:
Grand Prize Winners:
Braylee Moseley - Reading to Elementary Students
Elena Garcia - Community Garden
Skyfire Shingledecker - Book and Craft Club
Athens Lee-Glynn - Basic Needs Drive
Runners-Up:
Mya Prosel - Mental Health Access
Huff/Veasey/Ricardo/ Alvarado - Making Branford Beautiful
Roberts/Collins/Dingus - Helping BES Students
Madison Bailey - Funding for Student Clubs
Third Place:
Myranda Watson - Ocean Pollution
Ava Alcorn - Kindess Club
Caylyn VanEtten - Better Recycling Options
Emma Hygema - Sustainable Clothing
Honorable Mentions:
Zachary Roland - Planting Trees
Brooklynn Brown - Helping Strays
Ailine Morales - Hygeine Kits for Community
Amayah James - Social Media for Volunteer Activities
Samantha Porter - ADA Accessibility
Raelea Bradow - Senior Support Bracelets
Colton Taylor - Smart Storm Awareness
Lilyanna Sprague - Protect the Birds
Sally Uhles - Tutoring Program
Phoebe Malott - Future Business Leaders
Figuerona/Koon - McDonald's Crosswalk
Alexander Murnahan - Dog Alert
Sarah Gartner - Peer to Peer Tutoring
Cauley/Hobday - Shelter/Roof
Adyson Beard - Hygeine Product Kits
Samuel Fernandez - Substance Abuse Assistance
People's Choice (Voted Best Project by the Students / Teachers)
William Coe - Litter Clean Up
Reminder! Tomorrow night is our Dinner Theater production of Once Upon a Crime! Enjoy a delicious meal prepared by our Culinary students and then be treated to a show by our Theater class.
Tickets are limited and can be purchased here: https://dinner-and-show.cheddarup.com
Tickets are limited and can be purchased here: https://dinner-and-show.cheddarup.com
If you are interested in providing a scholarship for a senior athlete at BESPY awards night, please contact Coach Erin Clark at BHS. Your support of our athletes' plans after high school are so appreciated!
💙🧡We would like to extend a heartfelt thank you to our county office administrators for the thoughtful gift baskets in celebration of Principal and Assistant Principals Appreciation Week!
Fun Fact!
Grades matter! Make sure you're doing your best to maintain at least a C average!
Grades matter! Make sure you're doing your best to maintain at least a C average!
Mark your calendars! The Branford FFA banquet is May 14th!
Please use the link below to sign up for your athletic EKG today.
https://whoweplayfor.jotform.com/260896131552055
Attention incoming 6th graders (current 5th grade class)!
Join us for Step Up Night this Thursday at 5:30pm at BHS! This is a time for students and parents to take a look at the next step in your educational journey.
Meet the administrators, learn about course offerings and campus expectations, extracurriculars and activities, and take a campus tour!
We are so excited to welcome you to campus, BHS Class of 2033! See you Thursday!
BESPYS tickets will go on sale tomorrow! The LAST day to buy a ticket is May 8th. You can purchase your tickets from Coach Sikes in the front office. Tickets are $10 each. The doors will open at 6:30 and begin at 7:00.
Attention incoming 6th graders (current 5th grade class)!
Join us for Step Up Night this Thursday at 5:30pm at BHS! This is a time for students and parents to take a look at the next step in your educational journey.
Meet the administrators, learn about course offerings and campus expectations, extracurriculars and activities, and take a campus tour!
We are so excited to welcome you to campus, BHS Class of 2033! See you Thursday!
Join us for Step Up Night this Thursday at 5:30pm at BHS! This is a time for students and parents to take a look at the next step in your educational journey.
Meet the administrators, learn about course offerings and campus expectations, extracurriculars and activities, and take a campus tour!
We are so excited to welcome you to campus, BHS Class of 2033! See you Thursday!
REMINDER! Free Sports Physicals & EKG Screenings for BHS Athletes are almost here!
Branford High School will be offering free sports physicals in partnership with Palms Medical on April 21, 2026, in the weight-room building.
EKG screenings will take place on April 22, 2026, from 1:00–4:00 p.m. in CC’s classroom.
Parents do not have to be present for either the physical or the EKG. However, students must have a completed physical packet with all required signatures and must complete the online EKG registration before being seen by the medical team.
Register for EKG here: https://whoweplayfor.jotform.com/260896131552055
Physical packets can be picked up from Coach Wiles or CC.
Important: Students must have an EKG once in middle school and once in high school to be eligible to participate in sports at BHS.
Branford High School will be offering free sports physicals in partnership with Palms Medical on April 21, 2026, in the weight-room building.
EKG screenings will take place on April 22, 2026, from 1:00–4:00 p.m. in CC’s classroom.
Parents do not have to be present for either the physical or the EKG. However, students must have a completed physical packet with all required signatures and must complete the online EKG registration before being seen by the medical team.
Register for EKG here: https://whoweplayfor.jotform.com/260896131552055
Physical packets can be picked up from Coach Wiles or CC.
Important: Students must have an EKG once in middle school and once in high school to be eligible to participate in sports at BHS.
After a long day of competing... Congratulations to our Girls and Boys track and field, 1A District 5 Runner Up’s, with a bunch of regional qualifiers!
💙🧡Track and Field District Champions:
Jaiyden Jones: High Jump
Blake Pilkington: 400m
Danielle Whitfield: Javelin
Leiah Thompson, R’Nell Manley, Mya Proesl, Cherish Franklin: 4x100
Senior Blake Pilkington broke the 16-year old school record in the 100m today, going 11.14 at the District Meet!
Fun Fact!
Everyone is not required to take HOPE! Do you qualify for a waiver? See Mrs. Hunter if you have any questions.
Everyone is not required to take HOPE! Do you qualify for a waiver? See Mrs. Hunter if you have any questions.
