Month: October 2023

Featured Teacher 2023: Ms. Mia Bissonnette, math teacher

Before starting at BHS this year, this math teacher had several years of experience at a therapeutic boarding school which taught her a lot about reacing diverse learners. She also loves Beyonce.

Featured Teacher 2023: Mrs. Daria Ague, science teacher

One of Branford High’s new science teachers has worked in education for years before becoming certified to teach chemistry a few years ago. Both her daughters graduated from BHS several years ago.

Featured Teacher 2023: Mrs. Jessica Cyr, special education

One of Branford High’s newest teachers has over 20 years of experience in other districts. Here at Branford, she enjoys helping her students exceed their potential both in and out of the classroom.

Featured Teacher 2023: Ms. Shannon Carey, math teacher

One of Branford High’s newest math teachers has been training for a half-marathon. She also loves thrifting and taught herself to sew during the 2020 lockdown. Read about her on The Buzz.

New Superintendent Always Wanted To Teach

Tranberg’s passion for teaching began early when he played school with his five younger siblings, whom he claims he forced to be his students. By the time he got to high school he knew he wanted to turn his passion into a career. He said he was inspired by the way teachers have the power to validate students and push them to grow.