Superintendent Ronnie Gray has announced that as of the date and time of this notice, the Suwannee County School District, working closely with local emergency management, consultation with the Florida Department of Emergency Management, and the National Weather Service, has decided to close school operations for Wednesday, January 22, 2025. During this closure period, there will be no before or after-school activities, including athletic events or practices. The Suwannee County School District will resume regular operations on Thursday, January 23, 2025, weather and conditions permitting. Any changes to this plan of action will be communicated by 5:00 P.M. on Wednesday afternoon, January 22, 2025, through the District’s website, social media, and local and regional television and radio broadcasts.
School bus operations are a central part of the decision to close school tomorrow. Current forecasts indicate the potential for icy roadways, which could create hazardous driving conditions.
Thank you for your patience and understanding as we strive to make the best possible decisions, based on the information available at a given time.
Celebrate Literacy Florida will be Tuesday, January 28th thru Friday, January 31st. This year's theme is Building Literacy: Constructing The Foundation For Success. Please check out the daily activities that Branford Elementary School will have.
Students return to class on Monday, January 6, 2025. Return to class bell rings at 8:03 am with the tardy bell at 8:08 am. We are excited to see everyone!
Updated Transportation Change Information
All Suwannee County District schools will operate on the Early Release Bell Schedule on Friday, December 20, 2024, to kick off the Christmas holiday break. Please plan accordingly.
We wish each of you a very Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year. May you all enjoy a relaxing and safe holiday!
Early dismissal this Friday, December 20th at 1:35 pm.
Early Dismissal next Friday, December 20, 2024 at 1:35 pm
Thanksgiving Break next week. Students return to class Monday, December 2nd. Have a Great Thanksgiving!
Just a reminder, the Suwannee County School District will be closed for Thanksgiving break from Monday, November 25th, through Friday, November 29th.
Regular school operations will resume on Monday, December 2nd.
Our Weekly Call Out
Branford Elementary School will be collecting new unwrapped toys for the Jackson Timothy Roberts Memorial Toy Drive. The class that brings in the most toys will win an ice cream or pizza party. Toys will be collected thru December 13th in the BES front office.
The Jackson Timothy Roberts Memorial Toy Drive is held annually to benefit the community of Branford, Florida.
Our weekly Call Out
Fall Field Day is Friday, November 22nd for staff and students. There will be a concession stand available for students to purchase treats from.
Join us for Starbooks Cafe on Thursday, November 21st from 5:30-7:00 pm.
Our Weekly Call Out for November 7, 2024
Friday, November 8th is the last day to donate.
Our Weekly Call Out
Dear Parents and Guardians,
Please review the following information about the FortifyFL mobile app that is
available to all parents, guardians, and students.
Just a quick reminder, per SCSD policy, for Halloween, there will be no masks or costumes allowed at school. 🎃👻
We want to keep things focused and ensure a safe environment for all students. Happy Halloween!!
No School for students, Monday, October 28, 2024
