Branford High School

Due to the severe line of storms that came through the area this morning, and the resulting mass power outages that have occurred, the Suwannee County School District will be releasing school early today, Friday, May 10. Bus routes will begin to run at 12:30. Student drivers will be dismissed as soon as school administration deems it safe to do so. Parents and guardians are welcome to return to schools to check-out students at any time. All students are excused. Please make arrangements to have a responsible adult home at the time buses arrive to drop students off at their home. For younger bus riding students that do not have someone at home, those students may be returned to one of two locations for pick-up by a parent/guardian. Buses will run their routes slower than usual and may be significantly delayed due to downed trees. Please be patient. The designated pick-up location for after hours reunification of younger elementary students are at two locations: -Branford Elementary School for students in the south end of the District. -Suwannee Pineview Elementary for all Live Oak elementary schools.

Celebrating School Lunch Hero Day in the Suwannee County School District! Today is a special day to honor the hardworking cafeteria staff who ensure students are nourished and ready to learn every day. Thank you to all the lunch heroes who play such an important role in our school community!

Congratulations to Erin Clark for being recognized as this week's Career and Technical Education Instructor Spotlight! With 12 years of teaching experience and a background in healthcare as a Certified Athletic Trainer, Erin brings a wealth of knowledge and passion to her role as an Emergency Medical Responder teacher at Branford High School. Erin's dedication to making a positive impact on students' lives through education is truly commendable. By sharing her expertise and experiences in the healthcare field, she not only prepares students for potential careers in healthcare but also inspires them to pursue their passions and make a difference in the world. Clark says, “I became a teacher to make a positive impact on students’ lives. I am passionate about Health Sciences because being a Certified Athletic Trainer while working in healthcare allows me to teach and expose students to those fields.” Her emphasis on Health Sciences as a valuable pathway for students highlights the wide range of job opportunities available in the healthcare industry. By building a strong foundation in health science education, students are equipped with the skills and knowledge necessary to succeed in various healthcare professions. Clark shares, “ Health Science is a great job opportunity for any students wanting to enter any health care profession and helps build their foundation.” Congratulations again to Erin Clark for this well-deserved recognition! #GrowYourFutureWithUs #GrowWithUs #WeGrowFuturesHere #CTEWorks #GetThereFL #YourWay #YourWayFL #FlTechColleges #FloridaTechnicalColleges #EarnaCareerinaYearFL #EarnaCareerinaYear

Branford High School is is offering free sports physicals and EKG's tomorrow, April 23rd, starting at 1:30 p.m. in the gym. A completed FHSAA EL2 form is required to get the physical. EKG Appointment Link: https://wwpf.as.me/schedule.php?appointmentType=62048129 EL2 Paperwork: https://fhsaa.com/documents/2023/3/3/EL2_Form.pdf

An eclipse of the sun will occur on April 8, 2024, and will be visible across our area with a 60% coverage. While no observers in Florida will be in the path of totality, we will see about 60% of the sun covered. During the eclipse, looking directly at the sun could cause permanent eye damage and blindness. The eclipse will start here at around 1:45 p.m. EST, with the peak at around 3:00 p.m.; it will end at about 4:20 p.m. SCSD will not organize eclipse viewing for students present on April 8, 2024. Teachers are not permitted to take students outside during the eclipse. The only exception is that during dismissal, we will ask SCSD personnel to remind students to not look directly at the eclipse. We request that parents remind their children of the potential dangers of prolonged visual exposure to the eclipse. To safely view the eclipse, use one of the following techniques: Wear eclipse glasses or hand-held solar viewers that meet the ISO 12312-2 international safety standard. Ordinary sunglasses are NOT safe for viewing the eclipse. Watch the eclipse on a live stream or television broadcast rather than in person. For more information, consult NASA's solar eclipse safety guidelines at https://science.nasa.gov/eclipses/future-eclipses/eclipse-2024/

BESPY tickets are on sale through May 1, 2024. Tickets are $10 each. BESPYs will be held May 13, at Christian Fellowship church. Doors open at 6:15 p.m. and program will begin at 7:00 p.m. There will not be a meal provided this year to athletes but we will start later to allow all athletes to eat prior to event. Please share with everyone! Athletes can see Coach Sikes to purchase tickets. They will also be available at home softball and baseball games this week.

Just a reminder, Monday, March 25th, is a regular school day due to Hurricane Idalia. To see the official 2023-2024 school calendar, please visit the SCSD website.

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Coffee and Careers with the Buccaneers! 🏴‍☠️ Join RIVEROAK in the Branford High School Media Center on Thursday, March 28th, from 8:30 a.m. to 11:00 a.m., to explore RTC's 19 postsecondary career certificate programs! Here's what you can expect: * Spend quality time with RIVEROAK’s Student Services team to make a plan for your future! * Gain insights into dual enrollment and scholarship opportunities. * Bring your questions about RTC's enrollment process, programs, financial aid, and any other topic you would like to know more about. Exciting news! RTC's Registration Fee of $50 will be waived during April, May, and June for any senior planning to enroll at RIVEROAK in the Fall of 2024. Don't miss this chance to chart your course to success with RIVEROAK Technical College! ☕ #GrowYourFutureWithUs #GrowWithUs #WeGrowFuturesHere #CTEWorks #GetThereFL #YourWay #YourWayFL #FlTechColleges #FloridaTechnicalColleges #EarnaCareerinaYearFL #EarnaCareerinaYear

A Federal Programs Informational Meeting for Non-Public schools regarding the 2024-2025 school year will be held on Monday, February 26, 2024, at 5:00 P.M., in the Board Room of the Suwannee County School District Administrative Office, 1740 Ohio Avenue, South, Live Oak, Florida. This meeting is open to the public. Thank you for your willingness to support our students and our schools.

The Suwannee County School Board Regular Meeting began with student remarks and pledge to the flag by Suwannee Springcrest Elementary. The Suwannee County School District, my choice for high quality education!

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Thank you to Walmart Live Oak for their generous donation to Suwannee Middle School and Suwannee High School at their grand reopening. The Suwannee County School District, my choice for high quality education!