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Branson School News, Sports, Life and Opinion

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Branson School News, Sports, Life and Opinion

The Blazer

Students sign up for clubs during the Branson 2023 Clubs Fair. This years fair was held on September 13 in the quad.

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...

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...

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...

Buy low and sell high: Week 4 fantasy football trade guide

Buy low and sell high: Week 4 fantasy football trade guide

By Charlie Zwibelman October 3, 2023

Buy: Ceedee Lamb, WR Dallas Cowboys After being an early second-round pick, Lamb has disappointed a bit, as he is currently the WR18 and has only one game over 12 PPR. However, Lamb is still the No....

Photographers take photos of fall sports during the 2023 athletics media day. Girls volleyball, tennis and golf teams, as well as the boys football team, had their pictures taken.

Field to photo: Fall media day at Branson

By Hannah Hodges October 2, 2023

One by one, uniformed Branson athletes posed for the camera as the claps and hollers from their teammates filled up the gym. Branson held its first-ever media day for the fall sports teams on Wednesday,...

Trade block: Fantasy football week one breakdown

Trade block: Fantasy football week one breakdown

By Charlie Zwibelman September 21, 2023

After week one, a lot of people might be overreacting to certain things. Take advantage of this with your leaguemates and capitalize on these players' value while you still can.    Buy: Jahmyr...

Charlie Zwibelman 24 (left) and Logan Tusher 24 (right) commence their first assembly as school presidents with a bang. With assemblies now taking place in the outdoor amphitheater, the duo has decided to use an air horn to start off assemblies.

Introducing your student-body presidents

By Anna Rende September 9, 2023

Welcome to the new school year Branson! Introducing your 2023-2024 Student Body Presidents: Charlie Zwibelman and Logan Tusher. Zwibelman is a pitcher for Branson’s Varsity baseball team, 2022 NCS champion,...

A view from the Brenda Brown Library in spring 2023 looks out to Tom Ryan Field. The field underwent a renovation this summer.

Campus overview: A guide to Branson

By Herschel Pell September 9, 2023

Whether you’ve been to campus many times or just a couple, it’s helpful to know the ins and outs of each Branson landmark.  We start at the top of campus. Walking through tall white gates you’ll...

Navigating the Branson way

By Emmanuel Katz September 9, 2023

Welcome to Branson! You worked hard to get here. Congratulations! Branson, which you will soon get to know, is a close-knit community of diverse individuals, coming from all across the Bay. Many people...

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