Branson High School's ACT composite scores, along with the state composite scores are in according to a report released earlier this month by the ACT organization. The ACT exam is required for admission to most colleges and universities.
The Grand Country half marathon and 5K run/walk brought in $15,000 for the Branson Education Foundation. The check presentation was held last week and all proceeds donated will benefit district classroom activities and needs. The race was organized by Jennifer Robinson.
BHS hosted the 12th Annual Math Games Saturday, November 9 with 63 Branson students competing in the three-round event. The competition included a 45-minute multiple choice test relating to the student’s current math course, a Sudoku contest and a four-person elimination competition. The students are under the direction of Barb Cogdill and Lora Niles.
BHS sent 15 musicians to audition for a spot on the All-District Band. Competitors represented the South Central District for the Missouri Music Educators Association. The auditions were held November 5 at Parkview High School in Springfield.
The Ruprecht Organization, owners of Branson area McDonald’s restaurants, donated $1,877.23 to PTO to purchase books for students through its fall Book Fair. The donation supports students and good reading habits at all elementary schools.
Three students have been selected for the Missouri All-State Choir. They auditioned earlier this fall for All-District Choir to advance to the All-State competition. They are under the direction of Jacob Carlew.
The district has been awarded two grants from the Skaggs Foundation Legacy Fund to be used to enhance the lives of students. Grant presentations were made October 31 at a reception held at the Branson Lakes Area Chamber of Commerce offices and hosted by the Foundation. Over $1 million in grants was awarded to area organizations.
Elementary choir students throughout Missouri had the opportunity to audition for a spot on the All-State Children’s Choir. Branson students selected for this prestigious distinction include: Lydia Bilyeu, Henry Cott, Georgia Griffith and Logan Quiring.
The school district’s social work office is recruiting sponsors to provide assistance to some of our students in need this holiday season. Our goal is for each student to receive the following: a new hoodie; hat/gloves; one package of socks; one package of underwear; and a toy or non-clothing item (a list of suggested items will be provided). A hygiene bag will also be given to each family. The eligibility of the children participating is based on financial guidelines.
BHS theatre arts students have been inducted into the International Thespian Society. This Society is the student honorary division of the Educational Theatre Association which is the professional association for theatre education.
