Year: 2022

OPINION: We Can Do More To Keep Students Safe

Knowing exactly what to do in an emergency situation is the first step to saving lives. More formal training sessions should be implemented for staff, and even potentially students. If trained professionals directly provided students and staff with realistic simulation-like training, we would be far more prepared for a real-life scenario.

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OPINION: Start School Later So Teens Can Sleep

Research has shown that insufficient sleep in teens can impact mood, grades, and health. In order for teenagers to reach their full potential in school, Branford High School’s start time needs to be later.

OPINION: The Horrifying Product of Puppy Mills

Puppy mills are deeply disturbing devices to mass produce dogs in order to make a profit; they need to come to a stop immediately. The cruel breeders that run them completely neglect the needs of the pups and their mothers.

OPINION: Let the Kids Move

Schools require students to sit for nearly six to seven hours, five days a week. This is detrimental to students’ education, and it endangers their health. However, simply offering children the option to stretch during class and move around more often can fix the problems caused by sitting still.

Get Your Shriek on with the Halloween Calliope

From staff reports Just in time for Halloween — the 48th issue of Calliope, BHS’s magazine of student writing and artwork, is making its creepy way to your house! Get your own copy from Mr. Matthiessen in room F14 for

Bringing the Sauce to Make BHS Healthier

By Adam Albrecht A special message in the form of marinara sauce arrived at Branford High School this month, giving students some say in adding new and healthy options to the school lunch menu.  During all lunch waves on the