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Why Branson has never called a substitute agency

By Sebby Suarez • June 5, 2026

When a teacher is out at Branson, the school does not call a substitute agency. Jeff Symonds, assistant head of academics, notes that it has been the case for as long as he can remember. “We’ve never had substitute teachers in the 35 years I’ve been here, and it’s deliberate,”...

Girls basketball enters season with fresh energy

By Sebby Suarez • December 9, 2025

The Branson Girls Basketball Team posing for a team photo before practice. The Branson girls' basketball team is heading into the season with a handful of new freshmen and returning players, all with a fresh vibe and great optimism. Returning player Barbara Hernandez ‘26...

Record-breaking Clubs Fair fills the quad

By Sebby Suarez • November 11, 2025

Branson held its annual Clubs Fair on September 10-11 in the quad, featuring more than 80 student-run clubs, the largest number in school history. The record-breaking turnout filled the quad with energy, as students explored opportunities ranging from athletics and arts to business and activism. With...