Branford High School

🔥STUDENT SUCCESS SPOTLIGHT🔥 Congratulations to Devin Waller, senior, on earning his SMAW 3G AWS Certification! What makes this even more impressive? Devin originally came just to observe, but after showing outstanding skill and consistency, he stepped up and tested on the spot. Over a demanding 3-hour testing period, he demonstrated determination, focus, and craftsmanship. A huge shoutout to Mr. Hurley, who was able to coach and guide him throughout the process (without hands-on assistance), helping Devin stay confident and locked in. Hard work pays off. First certification earned for our brand-new shop! His certification test did take place at Riveroak Technical College. We couldn’t be more proud of Devin and what this represents for our program and our students’ future. Way to set the standard, Devin!

❄️ Save the Date ❄️ Winter Formal is coming! January 17, 2026 More details coming after the holiday break!

Yearbooks are on sale for the introductory price of $80.00 through December 19.  After break, the price will increase, so don’t miss your chance to reserve your book now!  The Buccaneer is approximately 250 full color, 9x12 pages that showcase every aspect of our year, from academics to athletics, student life to clubs, and everything in between.  Scan the code on the graphic or visit https://ybstore.friesens.com/766790 to get yours ordered!

Attention families and friends of Class of 2026 Seniors!  Friday, December 19 is the last day to reserve space in the yearbook for a senior ad.  Registration at the link and a deposit is due by next Friday, but the remainder of the payment, pictures, and wording is not due until January 30.  Don’t miss this opportunity to show your seniors how proud you are of them!  Contact Mrs. Roberts for more information at mailto:erin.roberts@scsb.us https://forms.gle/FmnSjvpFLNSwE3At7

💙🧡Florida’s Teacher of the Year, Mark Harrison visited Branford High School today. He was escorted by Suwannee County’s Teacher of the Year, Karen Braun. They are pictured in front of school with Assistant Principal Donnie Harrison, and Student Body President, Jon Weisner. Mark Harrison visited several classrooms and visited with faculty, staff and students. We were proud to show him all of the great things happening at BHS. Go Bucs!

Need something festive to do tomorrow?
✨🎄 Light Up BHS 🎄✨
Join us for hot chocolate, Santa visits, and our toy drive to support local children!
📅 December 9th | 5:30–6:30 PM
📍 Branford High School (front of campus)

Come kick off the holiday season with us!

It’s almost Christmas Spirit Week! Time to dress up, be festive, and pretend we’re not all counting down to break. ❤️🎄💚

Say cheese, Bucs! 📸💙🧡 Winter Picture Days are December 10–11! 12/10: Senior Class Picture + Clubs & Groups 12/11: Yearbook Retakes, Makeups & Last Chance Senior Portraits Seniors—you MUST take a formal portrait to be in the yearbook. Students in grades 6–11, make sure you stop by for makeup photos if needed!

Attention BHS families! 📣 Here are the December and January Testing Schedules for FAST assessments, FCLE tests, and Write Score. Please make sure students arrive on time, get a good night’s sleep, and charge their devices before testing. Thank you for supporting our Buccaneers during mid-year testing! 💙🧡

🎟️ Student All-Sports Pass — ONLY $35! Covers ALL home games for the 2025–2026 season! Basketball 🏀 • Soccer ⚽ • Baseball ⚾ • Softball 🥎 and more! (Playoffs & State Series excluded) Let’s pack the stands, Bucs! 💙🧡 See Coach Wiles in Building 11 to purchase.

Come and enjoy our Winter Band Concert next Thursday, December 11th at 7pm in the BHS Auditorium. Admission is free, so bring your family and friends!

🎄 BHS Christmas Food Drive! 🎅 Help us spread holiday cheer and support our community! Bring in your assigned food items to your 1st Block from 12/1–12/12 for a chance to WIN a prize! Every can, box, and bag makes a difference. ❤️💚Let’s show the true Buccaneer spirit—Spread the Joy!

🍂Thankful for our amazing students, dedicated teachers, supportive families, and our Buccaneer community. 🧡Have a wonderful Thanksgiving!💙

🦃🍁 Thanksgiving Break Reminder! Branford High School will be closed November 24th–28th.

🧡💙HUGE congratulations to the Branford High School Girls Cross Country team! In their first STATE appearance in school history, these athletes battled it out with the best in Florida and finished 21st out of 32 Class 1A teams. What an unforgettable moment for this program and this amazing group of girls.

Congratulations to all our members who competed today in the Sub-Districts events!! Middle school 💙 Anabelle Garcia- 1st in Extemporaneous public speaking 💛 Ann Marie Goss- 1st in Prepared public speaking 💙 Ryleigh Dasher, Bristol Carter, KiKi Norton, Andrew Morales, Maggie Whitaker, Anabelle Garcia and Kensley Dasher- 1st in Opening and Closing Ceremonies 💛KiKi Norton, Isabel Ballentine,Bentlee Embrey, AnnMarie Goss, Lakelyn Owen’s, Brayden Scaggs-1st in Parliamentary Procedure High school 💙 Elena Garcia- 1st in Extemporaneous Public Speaking 💛 Addison Barnes- 1st in Creed Speaking 💙 JA Weisner represented the chapter in Prepared Public Speaking 💛 Scarlett Suggs, Aubrey Wood, Luke Garcia, Ayden Humphries, Morgan Patterson, and Elena Garcia- 1st in Parliamentary Procedure We are super proud of these kids and the months of hard work they have put in! Districts here we come!!

Tomorrow is the last day to turn in your $40.00 deposit if you plan to attend the middle school field trip on February 4. Please see your class sponsor for questions or to pay. 6th Mrs Roberts, 7th Mrs Phillips, 8th Mrs Cannon

Branford High School’s Ag Department and Art Department teamed up for a Pumpkin Painting Contest! We’ve narrowed it down to the TOP 5, and now we need your help. 👉 Like the photo of your favorite pumpkin to cast your vote for the winner! 🧡🎨

ATTENTION SENIORS 🧡Join us for Financial Aid & Scholarship Night on Tuesday, December 2nd at 5:30pm in the Media Center! 💙NFC representatives will be onsite to help students and families complete FAFSA forms and answer financial aid questions. Don’t miss this important opportunity!

💙🧡Come out and support our Basketball program this Thursday, November 20th. 🏀