Year: 2024

BHS Students Honored in National Writing Contest

Branford High School juniors Lilly Geddes and Grace Grammatico were recently honored for their outstanding writing through a contest sponsored by the National Council of Teachers of English.

Student Mural Fills a ‘Blank Canvas’ in B-wing

By Jenna DeFrancesco The blank walls of any building hold memories special to everyone who passes by. At Branford High School, senior Claire Barnett is leaving her mark on one of those walls – literally. For the last several weeks,

Lip Sync Contest Returns After Two Year Absence

By Leila Verzella & Ms. Lucibello As the school year comes to a close, it’s important to celebrate all that has been accomplished this year. In this spirit of celebrating our community, the Interact Club is holding what promises to

Cellphone Use In School On The Line Again

By Katie Harmon Connecticut Governor Ned Lamont is urging for statewide legislation to crack down on phone usage in schools. His proposals would allow districts to adopt a model policy, outlined by the state, at their discretion.  “I think these

BHS Boys 2024 Spring Sports Preview

By Jenna DeFrancesco As the spring sun melts away the last remnants of winter, Branford High School boys sports teams – baseball, lacrosse, outdoor track and field, tennis, and golf – take to the fields and courts of competition for

BHS Girls 2024 Spring Sports Preview

By Jenna DeFrancesco With winter fading away around Branford High School, it’s time for the hornets girls sports teams – softball, lacrosse, outdoor track and field, and tennis – to take to the fields and courts of competition for the

Local Charity Helps Feed Kids at Branford High School

By Lucy Peterson Due to rising costs and inflation, food struggle is a real issue for many families in Branford  The non-profit “Feed Branford Kids” has worked hard over the past few years to make food more accessible to all

Fight The Winter Blues With The Latest Issue of Calliope

Valentine’s Day is upon us and winter drags on … get yourself a snootful of romance and icy weather with the winter/Valentine’s Day issue of Calliope, BHS’s magazine of student writing and artwork. Copies are now available.

School Safety Patrol Kicked Off at Sliney School

By Katie Harmon After meticulous training and a ceremony kicked off by the precision of the State Department of Corrections Honor Guard, seven students at Sliney Elementary School have been inducted as members of a new school Safety Patrol.  They