Category: Features

Theater Review: Inge’s Picture-Perfect ‘Picnic’ at BHS

Fifteen Branford High School students graced the stage recently for three pleasing performances of William Inge’s classic play Picnic.

The BHS Dramat staged this year’s production of Picnic, which explores the ins and outs of coming-of-age troubles and features a glimpse into the life of heartland teenagers set in rural Kansas.

This Year’s Fall Play is a ‘Picnic’

Coming up this week is this year’s fall play: Picnic, William Inge’s classic drama of love, loyalty, and loss of innocence in a small Kansas town. 

‘Picnic’ is the story of a charismatic young man who…

BHS Adjusting to New E-Hall Pass System

A need for more supervision in the bathrooms has prompted BHS officials to implement an electronic hall pass system this year which has had mixed reactions from students and teachers.  

27-12, Hornets: Football brings home a win

By Owen Lentner Editor’s Note: Buzz Reporter Owen Lentner traveled with the Branford High School football team to its away game at Harding High School last Friday and reported on the Hornets’ first win of the season. During the hour

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,

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