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By: Jackson Mariotti The best moments in high school are when the school is in unity. Whether it is when everyone is cheering in the fan section of the hockey games or laughing at the Cross Country’s version of Wrecking Ball, school unity and spirit are important. That is why this year BHS is continuing on the tradition of Spirit Week and bringing back Homecoming. The week before Thanksgiving beginning
By Branford Buzz Staff Branford High School held their annual fall pep rally Friday morning. From standard team chants to outrageous performances by the athletes, there were many surprises for the students and staff who filled the commons. Fall teams consisted of girls swimming and diving, boys and girls cross country, boys and girls soccer, girls volleyball, cheer leading, and football. “It was well organized,
Editor’s note: Staff writer Jackson Mariotti spent part of his summer completing an unpaid internship. He may not have earned a paycheck, but he did come away with some valuable life lessons. A version of this story originally appeared in The Huffington Post. You can read it here. By Jackson Mariotti There are two ways to spend your summer vacation, a fun way and a helpful
By: Matilda Krieder At the beginning of every school year, Branford High School presents a unique Parade of Nations ceremony featuring speeches and music that center around respecting diversity within our school community. It serves as a kickoff for a school year full of growth, achievement, and unity. The highlight of the celebration seems to be the parade of students and faculty carrying flags that
By Caitlin Daley and Sharon Webster While students and educators were soaking up the summer sun on the beach and relaxing this summer, the custodians at BHS were busy at work. From the last day of the previous year, when the final bell rung, until the students returned in late August, the custodians took apart the school and created a clean, improved condition. We had
