Superintendent ​Hamlet Hernandez announced two positive cases, one at Branford High School and one at Mary T. Murphy. Schools remain open.
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It's the second confirmed case of COVID-19 in Branford schools. Last month, a high school student, who's a soccer player, tested positive.
'It is imperative we do not become complacent and that we continue to embrace all the mitigation measures recommended by our public health.'
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The schools superintendent announced a positive coronavirus case at Branford High School last week.
'The affected person was last in school on September 22, and has been instructed to remain on home isolation for 10 days.'
Branford High School was notified that a "member of our school community has tested positive for coronavirus," Hamlet Hernandez said.
'It is our intention to create a culture of safety in the days and weeks ahead.'
Beginning immediately, all school breakfasts and lunches will be free for all students 18 years of age and under through December 31st!
Congratulations to Branford High School's Nicholas Y. Shoemaker, named a semifinalist in 66th annual National Merit Scholarship Program.
Recently the Board Chair and one other member of the Board of Education (BOE) resigned from their positions on the Board.
Parents/Guardians should complete one form per child.
This latest adjustment is not even related to the pandemic but rather due to storm damage and power outages that crippled Branford for days.
'The activities which were cancelled due to the storm are being rescheduled for this coming Monday, August 31.'
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'We are excited about students returning to school and value your patience.'
Families choosing voluntary remote learning for their child(ren) do so with the understanding that partial days cannot be accommodated.
People may submit questions during the 3-hour open meeting, moderated by Rep. Robin Comey and Board of Education chair Shannen Sharkey.
Watch the recorded livestream video from Branford schools superintendent Hamlet Hernandez laying out the reopening plan.
'After the first week, each Wednesday will be devoted to online learning, most of which will be asynchronous.'
As hybrid model specifics are expected during online presentations Aug. 18 and 19, some say schools haven't done a good job communicating.
As part of the planning process we reviewed the results of the parent survey and the feedback from the reopening@branfordschools.org email.
There's a plan, but it's "not final," officials say as they get parent input. But, come fall, it's one of 3: in-person, hybrid, or remote.
Congratulations to these Western CT State University students that call Branford home.
Notre Dame High School recently announced the Honor Roll for the Fourth Quarter of the 2019-20 academic year
In a normal year, high school seniors would enjoy the Project Graduation party. It's not a normal year, but all seniors will be celebrated.
Just eight students received the 2020 CCSU President’s Citation Award. And theatre major Alexander Corey is one on them. Take a bow!
They might not have a traditional graduation ceremony this year, but they've worked hard to get to this point. Here's to the class of 2020!
We're not crying, you're crying. 'We miss you. We love you.'
Branford officials just shared the news about the upcoming school closure.
Patch toured the new Walsh Intermediate School, which is at once a traditional but progressive high-technology educational environment.
College students from Branford have been named to Dean's Lists for myriad colleges and universities. Congratulations.
Registration must be completed by the end of the day on April 5 to be included in the pre-K lottery, should one be necessary.
Notre Dame High School recently announced the Honor Roll for the Second Quarter of the 2019-20 academic year
Students from Branford have made the Dean's Lists at numerous colleges and universities and one was named a President's List student.
Eleven educators are being inducted including Elaine Brainerd, Branford High School Nurse/Educator, who is being honored posthumously.
Police said one school administrator got an unspecific threatening email this morning. Precautions were taken including beefed up security.
Branford High School students raised the money to fill backpacks with stuffed animals and essentials for kids displaced by emergencies.