Bittersweet Goodbye: Gravina’s Last Days at BHS

By Paige Johnson Gary Gravina, a beloved math teacher, spent his last month Branford High School recapping and reminiscing over his time and accomplishments before he said his final goodbye last month.  Gravina has been a pleasurable tribute at BHS

BHS Junior Ella Kelly seen here performing a recitation of the poem "Insomnia" as part of the school's Poetry Out Loud competition in January. Kelly has advanced to the state competition at the Bushnell in Hartford.

Junior Ella Kelly to Compete in the Poetry Out Loud State Championship

Staff reports After a year on the sidelines, Branford High School is back in the state Poetry Out Loud competition, represented by junior Ella Kelly, who has reached the state final. Ella will recite her three poems live at the

What is a Trivia Fundraiser to Benefit BHS?

By Sam Harwin It’s been a long and tough pandemic these past few years. So it’s time to get out of the house and participate in the Home Restaurant free trivia night on Tuesday, February 28. The night is being

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.