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Branson School News, Sports, Life and Opinion

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Students no longer required to stay on campus for Flex block

November 6, 2023

Due to a recent change in rules, students are no longer required to stay on campus through to 3:20 p.m. and are able to leave as soon as classes end.  For Birdie Dillon ‘24, “this rule has made...

Tara Sridharan and Laila Elkhoury bump rackets on the court. The duo lost the match with scores of 4-6, 0-6.

Tennis season’s midway point brings toughest opponent yet

By Cooper Tenney November 6, 2023

Girls varsity tennis fell 2-5 to Redwood for their first loss of the season. Both teams were undefeated prior to the match. As MCAL tennis reached the midpoint of the season, Branson sits in second...

Students empty their compost scraps into new sorting bins in front of the commons. The compost sorting system was implemented at the beginning of the 2023-24 school year.

Green strides: Branson’s new compost-based waste program

By Alexa Warrin October 25, 2023

The Environmental Action Committee, in line with its efforts to promote an eco-friendly Branson and at the urging of Marin County, has developed and implemented a new waste management system. The digestion...

A group of Branson sophomores pauses for a photo during their summer Outward Bound trip. This marks the second year the school has participated in the Outward Bound expedition.

Sophomores bond during Outward Bound expedition

By Lauren Dignan October 22, 2023

When sophomores returned to campus in late August, they had the look of young people who had been through an intense experience: disheveled, exhausted, and in desperate need of a bath. These students were...

Students sign up for clubs during the Branson clubs fair. The clubs fair is an opportunity for students to get involved in extracurriculars on campus.

Clubs fair starts the school year on high note

By Josie Hohenrieder October 20, 2023

On Sept. 13, the entire school gathered in the quad enclosed by a circle of white fold-up tables layered with posters, snacks, and eager students for the annual clubs fair. As student leaders stood by...

Wilson Wendt works on his computer for a homework assignment. Wendt completed his independent study last spring.

Branson students dive into next-level research

By Dino Panos October 20, 2023

As each new school year begins, some Branson students launch into a range of creative academic projects spanning everything from the intricacies of sports to the ins and outs of colonial history.  Independent...

Aimee Yang readies for a shot during a game against Tamalpais, Oct. 6, 2022.

Varsity girls golf aspires to maintain golden MCAL legacy

By Olivia Ritter October 20, 2023

Branson varsity girls golf, the defending 2022 MCAL champions, now look toward the 2023-24 season and a handful of pivotal matches to further solidify the team’s legacy. Riding on the confidence of...

Henry Lien pictured working on a project during Branson Data Science class. Data Science is a newer offering in the math department.

Henry Lien ’24 leads initiative to shape AI policy

By Anton Gridley October 20, 2023

Henry Lien ‘24 is leading the initiative to reshape the use of artificial intelligence in the classroom and the larger Branson community.  Lien began an independent study this fall on the topic of...

Spotlight: Alumni faculty who came full circle

By Jase Butler October 20, 2023

Here at Branson, some of the very people who once walked the halls as students have returned as faculty and staff members, now shaping the next generation of learners. As they stand by the whiteboard instead...

Week 7 fantasy football guide to injuries and updates

Week 7 fantasy football guide to injuries and updates

By Charlie Zwibelman October 20, 2023

Unfortunately, part of playing fantasy football is dealing with constant injuries to your lineup. This article breaks down some key players who were recently injured and what to do with them, as well as...

Talia Schneiter '27 returns a ball while her partner, Karis Crabill '25, prepares for a volley. The duo faced the Giants' No. 2 doubles team, Livia Clompis and Lindsay Reed.

Girls varsity tennis faces Redwood in final league match of the season

By Ella Tsai October 19, 2023

Girls varsity tennis faced Redwood on Oct. 18 to close out the last of their league matches.  Unfortunately, Redwood took 5 matches to Branson’s 2. However, all doubles and singles players fought...

Branson Class of 2024 seniors gather for their final Branson orientation. They participated in team building activities and had a sleepover.

Senior sleepover: Bonding and traditions abound

By Joaquin Aguillon October 18, 2023

For the first time in over 10 years, senior students embarked the year with an orientation, which was a sleepover on campus filled with camaraderie, laughter, and activities. From bonding as a class to...

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