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Branson School News, Sports, Life and Opinion

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Photo courtesy of Model UN.

Branson Model UN visits D.C.

By Libby Hansen April 2, 2025

As we enter an era in our country where politicians have almost complete autonomy over the people, Model United Nations programs nationally play an important role in introducing the future politicians...

Harper White ‘28 passes the baton to Lauren Wood ‘28 in 4x400 relay.

Attendance rules change for track and field

By Tika Zahiri April 2, 2025

This spring, Branson track and field no longer has an attendance requirement of three times a week, opening the sport to more athletes.  Head coach Holly St. John said, “For track, we eliminated...

Spring semester brings senioritis, students report

By Holden Fischer April 2, 2025

Are you a senior that has noticed a difference in your motivation this year compared to previous years? “At the beginning, I was extremely motivated,” said Yolanda Powell ’25. “I was applying...

Math club discusses how teaching structure hinders math students

By Dashiell Brown April 2, 2025

After viewing the documentary “Counted Out” on March 10, Branson’s math club met to discuss a question: What if the reason students often struggle with math is not their ability, but how we teach...

Boys golf gains momentum and popularity

By Ella Rubenstein April 2, 2025

As the spring sports season is in full roll, boys golf is hitting it off strong. For the first time ever in Branson boys golf history, there have been cuts from the varsity team. Twenty-five students went...

Peer tutoring program strengthens with increased visibility

By Hazel Levinson April 2, 2025

Peer tutoring at Branson has grown significantly over the past academic school year, evolving into a more visible, accessible and engaging academic resource for students with a commitment to fostering...

Song recommendation: "This Is The Day" by The The

Song recommendation: “This Is The Day” by The The

By Olivia Ritter April 2, 2025

Anita, the wife of my dad’s best friend, Rob, exited the stage at the end of Rob’s celebration of life service by saying, “And, finally, I’ll wish you off to his theme song.” The lights came...

Bull Sharks start spring season off strong

By Maya Gidney April 2, 2025

The Branson swim team, better known as the Bull Sharks, have started their season off strong with great competition and spirit in their meets.  In their latest meet against Redwood, despite being outnumbered,...

The Innocence Project assembly gave a long lasting impression on Branson students.

Innocence Project exoneree shares his story with Branson

By Samara “Sam” Lehman April 2, 2025

Obie Anthony III sat in a Los Angeles courthouse in September 2011. It was the 11th and final day of the evidentiary hearing that would determine whether or not he would be released from prison. “Just...

Boys lacrosse re-enters MCAL: A rocky start but hopeful future

By Isabel Little April 2, 2025

Last year, the Branson boys lacrosse team did not compete in the Marin County Athletic League, mostly due to a lack of players. This season, the team has gained new players and will re-enter the league,...

Dance students rehearse in the week before the annual dance concert, "Heart & Soul."

“Heart & Soul” showcases Branson dancers

By Maya Gidney February 19, 2025
The Branson community joined to watch and participate in the annual dance concert, a culmination of the fall semester in dance.
Mandarin students walk with Chinese dragon puppet during Lunar New Year performance.

Branson celebrates Lunar New Year

By Riley Gu February 14, 2025
Lion dancing, dragon dancing and a panda were crowd-pleasers at the annual Lunar New Year assembly performance, put on by all of the Mandarin classes.
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