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By Jenna DeFrancesco The blank walls of any building hold memories special to everyone who passes by. At Branford High School, senior Claire Barnett is leaving her mark on one of those walls – literally. For the last several weeks, she has been painting a large mural on a previously plain wall, an image depicting what she says is “structured to be a visual escape.”
Branford High’s newest social studies teacher has a dog named Daisy and loves doing puzzles.
Before starting at BHS this year, this math teacher had several years of experience at a therapeutic boarding school which taught her a lot about reacing diverse learners. She also loves Beyonce.
One of Branford High’s new science teachers has worked in education for years before becoming certified to teach chemistry a few years ago. Both her daughters graduated from BHS several years ago.
Originally from Poland, this new art teacher at Branford High loves to paint in her free time and considers herself a Harry Potter nerd.
Branford High’s new school psychologist just relocated to Connecticut from New Orleans. She has been impressed with the welcoming feel of the BHS community.
One of Branford High’s newest teachers has over 20 years of experience in other districts. Here at Branford, she enjoys helping her students exceed their potential both in and out of the classroom.
One of Branford High’s newest math teachers has been training for a half-marathon. She also loves thrifting and taught herself to sew during the 2020 lockdown. Read about her on The Buzz.
Meet Branford’s newest physics teacher, who loves to snowboard and spend clear nights staring through a telescope out to the stars.
Tranberg’s passion for teaching began early when he played school with his five younger siblings, whom he claims he forced to be his students. By the time he got to high school he knew he wanted to turn his passion into a career. He said he was inspired by the way teachers have the power to validate students and push them to grow.
