Branford High School

A little spark to brighten our Friday! Thank you to Three Rivers for sponsoring this week’s Spark Cart! The Be the Light Committee was thrilled to share a special treat with our BHS teachers and staff today, thanks to your generosity. We appreciate you helping us spread a little joy to the people who do so much for our students!

The Mayo Correctional and Suwannee Correctional Canine Teams visited our high school Ag classes today, to share how they train and care for their dogs. Students also had the opportunity to interact with the dogs—including a puppy! The visit was extra special because team member Matt Tompkins is a BHS graduate and former Branford FFA member. We love seeing our alumni return to share their experience with our students! Thank you to both canine teams for taking the time to visit and teach our Buccaneers!

Florida Heiken Children's Vision Program will be at Branford High School. This is a NO COST eye exam & glasses for students that attend BHS. Apply now at https://mobile.floridaheiken.org/. Deadline to apply is October 1.

Save the Date!

Yearbook Picture Day for 6th - 11th Grades will be Friday, October 30.

Seniors - this will be your LAST CHANCE to be photographed in your formal drape or tux in order to be in the yearbook. If you have not already had a portrait taken with SWI, please make plans to attend even if you are not usually on campus.

To place an order, fill out the order form sent home with your student, or order online at pictureday.swiphoto.com.

Contact Mrs. Roberts with any questions erin.roberts@scsb.us.

September is Attendance Awareness Month. Today, names were randomly selected from a list of students that were present at school during their assigned class periods. Congratulations to the winners of our Attendance Wednesday!

High school students—have a quick question for Mrs. Hunter? Starting this week, look for her in the cafeteria during high school lunch on select days for Minute Meetings! No sign-up or advance appointment needed—just stop by and ask your question when you see her! Days will vary each week, so keep an eye out at lunch.

Mark your calendars for the next student tailgate with The Crew!

This time, we are gearing up and getting hype for Buccaneer Volleyball vs. Union County on October 5! The tailgate begins at 5:30pm and the game is at 6:30pm. The Crew theme for the night is Pink Pony Club - dress in all of your pink out and/or western gear!

The tailgate is FREE for all students who purchase a ticket to the game. Students may be in season Buccaneer athletes, purchase a student ticket from Coach Wiles at school or on GoFan, or purchase a ticket at the door to get a tailgate wristband.

The first 100 students to the tailgate will be treated to a FREE BBQ sandwich and drink courtesy of our Tailgate Sponsor, Traditions BBQ.

Show up, have fun, be loud, and cheer on the Bucs!

LAST CHANCE, BHS!

Planning to attend the Homecoming Dance?

Tomorrow, Wednesday, September 30, is the FINAL DAY to turn in your permission slip and money!

Everything must be turned in by 3:00 PM. If you haven’t taken care of yours yet, don’t wait!

✨ HOCOCHELLA Homecoming Dance
📅 Saturday, October 3
🎟️ $15 per person
🪩 Middle School: 5:00–8:00 PM
💃 High School: 8:30–11:30 PM
📍 Branford Shrine Club

We can’t wait to see everyone there!

BHS Culinary students catered the 50th year reunion for the Class of 1976 this weekend. Thank you to the Class of 1976 for your support of our program.

Join us for Parent Night on Monday, October 5, 2026 from 5:00-7:00 PM.

-Dual Enrollment Interest Meeting (mandatory for new Spring enrollments) at 5:00-5:30 PM
-Free dinner provided at 5:30 PM
-Title 1 meeting and technology support at 6:00-7:00 PM

Please scan the QR code or use the link to RSVP to help us plan.

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Reminder - no school Monday for students! It's the September PD Day for teachers and staff. Enjoy your long weekend!

Homecoming week has come and gone but one big Homecoming event still remains - the dance is a week away! BHS students make sure to get your permission slips turned in Tuesday or Wednesday to Mrs. Roberts to be able to take part in the fun. Blank forms may be picked up in the front office.

Congratulations to the winners of our Homecoming Float competition! School Floats: 3rd place - Class of 2031 - 8th Grade “Let’s Boogie Bucs” 2nd place - Class of 2030 - 9th grade “Bucs are going to Rock the Field” 1st place - Class of 2032 - 7th grade “Raiders You’re off the Set List” Community floats: 2nd place - Branford 4-H 1st place - Suwannee River Riding Club

Congratulations to Anabella Dicks our 2026-2027 Homecoming Queen! Also members of the Queen Court were class attendants from 10th grade Addison Barnes and Maci Hayes, and 11th grade Tessah Smith and Raelea Bradow. Anabella was crowned by 2025-2026 Homecoming Queen Sophia McCall.

Congratulations to our 2026-2027 Homecoming Princess Londyn Campbell! Our middle school Homecoming Court was well represented tonight: Little Miss BHS Charlee Ross Junior Miss BHS Addy Avery 2025-2026 Homecoming Princess Madeline Nolan Princess Finalist Zoie James Princess Finalist Zoie Westberry 8th grade attendants Avery Finch and Julia Lowkewicz 7th grade attendants Cadence Hayes and Kinsley Chaney 6th grade attendants Aleigha Courtemanche and Blakeleigh Monroe

Friday, September 25, 2026 is early release. Students will be dismissed at 1:20 pm. Reminder that no students can be checked out between 9:30-11:00 due to the parade.

Branford Middle and Branford High FFA Officers attended Chapter Officers Leadership Training this week.

Reminder for all Juniors and Seniors who need an ELA or Algebra 1 graduation score.... PSAT money is due to Mrs. Taylor by Friday 9-25-26. Junior- cost is $6.00 and Senior- cost is $10.50

SENIOR PARENTS — DON’T MISS THE EARLY BIRD DEADLINE!

Celebrate your Class of 2027 senior with a special ad in The Buccaneer Yearbook!

Our Senior Ad Early Bird Specials end October 23, so now is the time to reserve your space and start planning the perfect ad for your senior.

Share favorite photos, include a special message, celebrate their accomplishments and memories, give them something they’ll keep forever!

Space is limited, and senior ad space may sell out.

Contact thebuccaneeryearbook@gmail.com today to secure your spot and receive Senior Ad information.

Don’t wait — Early Bird pricing ends October 23!

LAST CALL FOR HOMECOMING GUESTS!

Planning to bring a guest from outside of BHS to the HOCOACHELLA Homecoming Dance? Tomorrow, Wednesday, September 23, is the deadline!

All guest permission forms and payment must be turned in by the deadline. Tomorrow's deadline is ONLY for students bringing non-BHS guests.

🎡 HOCOACHELLA Homecoming Dance
📅 Saturday, October 3
🪩 Middle School: 5:00–8:00 PM
✨ High School: 8:30–11:30 PM
📍 Branford Shrine Club
🎟️ $15 per person

BHS students attending without an outside guest have until September 30 to turn in their permission slip and payment.

Don’t miss the deadline if you’re bringing a guest from another school!