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The journey of Kepler Dagou '29 from the Caribbean to the Connecticut shoreline has been one of many ups and downs, but finding a purpose has remained a constant in his life.
Kepler Dagou recounts journey to find the American Dream
June 15, 2026
The Class of 2026 and spectators watch on as a speaker addresses the crowd on Jun 10.
That’s a wrap: Farewell to another school year
June 10, 2026
Senior Angelica Pagan Amon delivers the morning announcements to the school via the PA system.
Student Spotlight: Who recites the pledge of allegiance?
June 9, 2026
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First Person: Junior internship provides learning opportunity for our reporter
May 15, 2026
Senior Cole O'Connor casually lands the sack on his head during a recent turn of hacky sack game play in the commons.
The 80’s return as hacky sack craze hits BHS
May 8, 2026
Juniors Shaurya Shah, Saloni Shrestha, and Nate Frohlich were recently honored for poems they wrote as part of a contest to celebrate the 250th birthday of America.
BHS students honored for patriotic poems
June 19, 2026
The Class of 2026 and spectators watch on as a speaker addresses the crowd on Jun 10.
That’s a wrap: Farewell to another school year
June 10, 2026
Senior Angelica Pagan Amon delivers the morning announcements to the school via the PA system.
Student Spotlight: Who recites the pledge of allegiance?
June 9, 2026
The F-Wing men's bathroom sits bolted shut.
What’s happening with the locked F-Wing bathroom?
June 8, 2026
The granite sign outside Branford High School welcomes everyone to the home of the Hornets.
Where are they headed after BHS?
June 5, 2026
Players Thomas Sturges and Sofia Bobko are accompanied by coach Jessica Cyr. Sofia sinks a 2 pointer at a recent practice.
Unified Sports: BHS’s hidden athletic program
May 20, 2026
Keegan Walsh signs on to continue playing lacrosse next year at the University of Mount St. Vincent in New York.
Spring athletic signing day features eight commitments
May 12, 2026
Senior wrestler Ava Gamberdella just finished up a historic season for the Branford Hornets.
Gamberdella reaches new heights in final wrestling season
April 6, 2026
The Hornet mural outside alumni gymnasium at Branford High School, home of the Hornets.
Spring sports return to BHS as the cold thaws
March 19, 2026
The Branford Dance team is completing another successful year, winning a state title in one category and finishing second in another. They are shown here performing at the state championships last month.
BHS Dance Team capping another strong season with state title
March 10, 2026
Branford Police Detective Dave Atkinson, left, who is assigned to the high school, meets with students regularly as part of the Lunch with the Law program with teacher John Alibinger, right.
Lunch With The Law: Spreading information on safety
May 1, 2026
Bobby Ortiz, a well known personality at BHS, patrols the halls as one of the school's regular security guards.
Bobby Ortiz: a familiar face around BHS hallways
April 28, 2026
Branford schools superintendent Dr. Christopher Tranberg sat down recently with The Branford Buzz to discuss the district's efforts to respond to the AI challenge.
Like many schools, BHS grappling with ways to respond to AI
March 31, 2026
Salvatore Zarra puts 34 years in the books, retires at 61
Salvatore Zarra puts 34 years in the books, retires at 61
February 11, 2026
Paul Sarrazin awarded STEM teacher of the month, continues on 38 year legacy
Paul Sarrazin awarded STEM teacher of the month, continues on 38 year legacy
November 7, 2025
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