Principal’s Weekly Newsletter - 1/5/24
Important January dates:
Jan 15 - MLK Day - District Closed
Jan 16 - periods 5-8
Jan 17 - 22 - revised schedule for the last week of Quarter 2 (see below, early release for BHS)
Jan 23 - 1st day of Quarter 3
Jan 31 - Early Release Day
BHS Revised Schedule for the Last Week of Quarter 2: January 17 - 22, 2024
Announcement from the Connecticut Pre-Apprenticeship Program, an Introduction to Asphalt Quality Control Technician Webinar is running on January 18th ~ from 12:30-2:00 p.m. Instructors are from the University of Connecticut and there is no cost for students to attend this virtual class. Please see the attached flyer, kindly distributed to graduating and rising seniors. This 2-hour introductory webinar will be to introduce students to the industry and answer any questions they may have. Students should register right on our Asphalt Program Page: www.CTPAHSTP.com
A 9-week virtual course would follow for those that are interested, (no cost to attend) pending enough interest. More information can be found on our website www.CTPAHSTP.com
The BHS Science Department is excited to announce that Commander Greg Storer will be visiting BHS on Feb 5th to talk to our Physics classes about the STEM aspects of nuclear submarines. Commander Storer graduated from BHS in 2002 and went on to study Systems Engineering at the U.S. Naval Academy. He has served as the Navigator and Operations Officer on the USS Hartford and as the Executive Officer on the USS Ohio. He will take command of the USS Springfield nuclear fast attack submarine this spring.
USS SPRINGFIELD (SSN 761)
2024 BRANFORD MLK BREAKFAST
Several BHS culinary students will be involved in the preparation of the Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Breakfast on January 15, 2024, at 8:30 am at The First Congregational Church. This is the first in-person event since January 2020. A portion of the proceeds from the event help to sponsor BHS Scholarships. Click the links below for event details and ticket information.
2024 BRANFORD MLK BREAKFAST - YVONNE DAVIS
facebook.com/MLKBreakfastCommittee or email: MLKheritagebfd@gmail.com
Save the Date!!!
Coffee with the BHS Administrative Team and School Counseling Department Leader
Come to BHS and join us for an informal conversation where you set the agenda!
Friday, January 12, 2024
7:45 am - 8:15 am
Kindly ensure you have your license ready for check-in. Upon arrival at the front office, you will be issued a visitor's ID. We appreciate your understanding and recommend allocating extra time for this check-in process.
The School Counseling Department has a new Facebook page!
We want to share some exciting news with you! The BHS School Counseling Department has launched a -new Facebook page. We understand the importance of staying connected and informed, and our Facebook page is designed to keep you updated on important school information, events, and programs.
Many have already joined us on Facebook, and we don't want you to miss out on the valuable content we'll be sharing regularly. By liking our page, you'll have quick and easy access to updates on school counseling events, programs, and resources available to you and your children.
Here's how you can join our online community:
https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61553769892370&mibextid=LQQJ4d
Simply click the link above, hit the "Like" button, and stay connected with the School Counseling Department. We look forward to building an informative space where we can engage with our school community.
From the BHS Counseling Center, to grade 12 parents and guardians, please see the link below for information regarding the FAFSA.
Yearbooks are currently on sale at Jostens for $100.00
Senior/Student Ads are also on sale. All proceeds go back to the BHS yearbook to help offset pricing and run activities! Please consider creating an ad for that special senior! Yearbook Ads
Photos Needed for Yearbook- The yearbook collects submissions from students during the year, but you can help as well! We are currently collecting photos of students with their pets, pictures of students at work or volunteering, photos of siblings/relatives at BHS, and just fun times with BHS friends. We are also working on highlighting students who participate in interesting sports/activities outside of BHS. This could be dance, robotics, guitar, and or anything a student may be shining at! Help us highlight your child!
Please feel free to send photos to clepre@branfordschools.org
Part-time Employment Opportunity
Chartwells Dining Services at Branford Public Schools is looking for part-time and substitute positions. Perfect mid-day opportunities.
Contact us at jturenne@branfordschools.org