Reminder: The Suwannee County School District will be closed on Monday, February 17th, in observance of President’s Day.
Normal operations will resume on Tuesday, February 18th.
Enjoy the long weekend, and we’ll see everyone back on Tuesday! 🇺🇸
📢 Schedule Update: March 24th Now an Instructional Day 📢
Please note that Monday, March 24th, originally scheduled as a Professional Development day, will now be an instructional day to make up for the school closure on January 22nd.
📌 Normal school operations will take place on Monday, March 24th.
Thank you for your understanding and flexibility.
💙February is CTE month🧡
Morgan Patterson and Aubrey Wood were among the CTE students who shared their stories, in honor of CTE month, with the Suwannee County School Board members at the board workshop today.
💰Mr. Stephen Jones, general manager of Roundtree Moore Ford / Kia in Lake City, came and spoke to Ms. Winnett’s & Ms. Longstreet’s Economic classes. He discussed the car buying process, including how the loan process works, how to calculate payments based on credit scores, down payments, insurance, how to determine what vehicle would be affordable based on salaries, and much more. We appreciate him taking time to share his extensive knowledge with our students!
💕Valentines Day is TOMORROW!! Branford High School will only accept deliveries through 1pm. Please remember if you ride a bus home, you may not take glass or balloons on the bus. Other transportation arrangements should be made.
👑Reminder: The application deadline for Little, Junior and Miss BHS is this Friday, February 14th. Please turn applications into the BHS front office.
Yearbooks will remain on sale through February 28, 2025. No extra yearbooks will be ordered so please make sure to get yours before it's too late!
See Mrs. Roberts to pay with cash or check, or order online at https://ybstore.friesens.com/766790 or by scanning the QR code.
As we observe School Guidance Counselor Appreciation Week, it’s a perfect time to reflect on the hard work and commitment these educators bring to their schools every single day. To Mrs. Hunter and Mrs. Henderson—thank you for everything you do. Your ability to listen, guide, and support students, no matter the challenge, is truly invaluable. You are shaping tomorrow’s leaders, one conversation at a time.
📢 2025-2026 Enrollment Now Open! 🎉
The Suwannee County School District is now accepting applications for the upcoming school year!
✅ Pre-Kindergarten
✅ Elementary School
✅ Middle School
✅ High School
📌 All applications must be submitted online.
Don’t wait—apply now and secure your child’s spot for the 2025-2026 school year!
On Thursday, February 27th @ 5:30 pm in the Media Center we will be having the Director of Financial Aid from North Florida College presenting a step by step How To Apply for Financial Aid and fill out your FAFSA form correctly. Please use the following link below to start your application and get your FSA ID, 3 days before this event. https://acrobat.adobe.com/id/urn:aaid:sc:VA6C2:c64f7b07-458d-4827-ae1c-0096dec20b4e
Mrs. Howell's 7th grade Math class and The Great Scientific Notation Scavenger Hunt!!
💙🧡Branford High School Celebrates Literacy Week 2025: "Building Literacy: Constructing the Foundations for Success"
📚This year, students at Branford High School are embracing Literacy Week with meaningful and engaging activities. Rooted in our town's rich agricultural heritage, each day will highlight one of the 25 commodities produced in Florida. Through reading, writing, and hands-on experiences, students will not only build their literacy skills but also gain a deeper appreciation for the farming industry that shapes our community.
We're excited to see our students thrive as they connect literacy learning with real-world knowledge, constructing strong foundations for future success.
Attention any Senior considering NFC after graduation. The application fee is usually $20. If you attend this event and apply, you will not have to pay the application fee and will be entered into a drawing for some scholarships.
Senior reminder!! Cap and Gown pictures will be this week Thursday, January 30th.
Congratulations to Coach Zac and Amanda Clark and the Varsity Girls Weightlifting team. District CHAMPS in both Traditional AND Olympic 💪🏼💙🧡 They have worked so hard and they aren’t done yet!
Financial literacy students compared Generic and Name Brand foods using all 5 senses. Opinions varied on which was better and who would purchase which products based on their brand and personal preferences.
The Suwannee County School District will resume regular operations on Thursday, January 23, 2025.
We sincerely appreciate your patience and understanding as we work to make the best decisions for the safety and well-being of our faculty, staff, and students.
Thank you for your continued support!
Attention 6th - 10th Grade Students:
The Winter Formal is fast approaching, and we want to make sure you have all the information you need to attend this exciting event! Whether you're a student or a parent, here’s everything you need to know about ticket sales, permission slips, and more.
Ticket Sales
Winter Formal tickets for BHS students will be available for purchase on Thursday (1/23), Friday (1/24) and at the door (1/25). Tickets will be $15.00 and each student must have a signed permission slip in order to attend. Don’t forget to bring your permission slip with you when purchasing your ticket!
Guest Tickets and Extended Deadline
If you're planning to bring a guest who does not attend BHS, you must submit a signed guest permission slip. The new extended deadline for guest slips is Thursday, January 23, 2025, due to the recent school closure. Be sure to complete and submit the form by this date!
Event Details
Date of Winter Formal: Saturday, January 25th
Time: 6:00 - 8:30 pm
Location: BHS Cafeteria
Dress Code: This is a semi-formal event, students and guests are expected to exercise good taste in selecting their attire. Anyone not in proper attire will not be admitted.
**There will be a concession stand available with food and drinks for purchase.
Superintendent Ronnie Gray has announced that as of the date and time of this notice, the Suwannee County School District, working closely with local emergency management, consultation with the Florida Department of Emergency Management, and the National Weather Service, has decided to close school operations for Wednesday, January 22, 2025. During this closure period, there will be no before or after-school activities, including athletic events or practices. The Suwannee County School District will resume regular operations on Thursday, January 23, 2025, weather and conditions permitting. Any changes to this plan of action will be communicated by 5:00 P.M. on Wednesday afternoon, January 22, 2025, through the District’s website, social media, and local and regional television and radio broadcasts.
School bus operations are a central part of the decision to close school tomorrow. Current forecasts indicate the potential for icy roadways, which could create hazardous driving conditions.
Thank you for your patience and understanding as we strive to make the best possible decisions, based on the information available at a given time.
“I have decided to stick with love. Hate is too great a burden to bear.”
~Martin Luther King, Jr.
