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Student guide · Braintree High School Academic Year 2026-2027

The semester, explained for Braintree High

Dates from the active academic calendar, plus the campus language and local details students actually need. Every entry comes from DormWay's approved campus reference library.

Relevant term
Braintree High School Academic Year 2026-2027
Campus terms
13
Local details
13

Academic calendar

Braintree High School Academic Year 2026-2027 runs Sep 2, 2026 – Jun 17, 2027. Calendar aliases that share a date range are grouped together, with every source term still shown.

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Campus language

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13 terms

A

AOK
Acts of Kindness, a school club dedicated to positive community impact and service.

B

Blue and White
The official school colors, often used as a shorthand for school spirit or dress code themes.

G

GSA
Genders and Sexualities Alliance, a student organization for LGBTQ+ support and advocacy.

L

Lunch Shifts
The designated time periods (usually labeled 1, 2, or 3) during which students eat lunch based on their class schedule.

N

NHS
National Honor Society, a service and academic recognition organization.

S

SADD
Students Against Destructive Decisions, a club focused on promoting safe choices for teens.
SGC
Student Government Council, the primary student leadership body at BHS.
STEM
The Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math club/program at the high school.

T

The Cafe
The common student term for the main cafeteria where breakfast and lunch are served.
The Point
The name of the student-run newspaper at Braintree High School.
The Wampum
The school store that often sells snacks and spirit wear, located within the building.

W

Wamp
The singular form of the mascot 'Wamps', often used to refer to an individual student or athlete.
Wamps
The collective nickname for Braintree High School students and athletic teams.

Places and practicalities

Buildings, logistics, and other local references drawn from the approved campus snapshot.

13 details
Advisory
A dedicated block of time where students meet with a faculty advisor for academic support and administrative tasks.
Aspen
The online portal (X2) used by students and parents to check grades, attendance, and schedules.
bhs_cafeteria
BHS Cafeteria
Early Release
Days when students are dismissed at midday, typically for teacher meetings or holidays.
Homeroom
The initial daily meeting period for announcements and attendance tracking.
House A
One of the three main academic and administrative wings of the building, housing specific grade levels or subjects.
House B
The middle administrative and academic wing containing classrooms and a house office.
House C
The third administrative and academic wing of the high school complex.
House Office
The administrative center located in each wing where students handle attendance issues or see their assistant principal.
Late Start
A schedule adjustment where classes begin later than the standard 7:35 AM start time, often for professional development.
Media Center
The school library, used for research, study, and digital resource access.
The Field House
The larger athletic facility typically used for indoor track and major sporting events.
The Gymnasium
The main athletic facility used for physical education and basketball games.

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What academic term is relevant now?
Braintree High School Academic Year 2026-2027 runs Sep 2, 2026 – Jun 17, 2027.
How much campus context is included?
13 approved campus terms and 13 local details are included in full.
Are all approved campus terms included?
Yes. The complete approved glossary is available in the scrollable, searchable campus-language section.
Where does this guide come from?
Calendar dates, campus terms, and local details come from DormWay's approved campus reference library.

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Life in Braintree for Braintree High Students

Everything you need to know about living and studying in Braintree.

Timezone

Eastern Time (ET)

Median Rent

$1,522

Cost of Living Index

135

Student Population

7,000

City Transportation

Walkability

55

Bikeability

45

Public Transit

MBTA Red Line (Braintree Station terminus), MBTA Commuter Rail (Old Colony Lines nearby), MBTA and Brockton Area Transit bus routes

Nearest Airports

Logan International Airport (Boston), Norwood Memorial Airport (regional)

Climate Averages

Climate

Humid continental

Avg Annual Temp

50°F

Avg Snowfall

50 in

Campus Operations Snapshot

Parking and Transit

BHS Main Parking Lot

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Located in front of the school adjacent to the football field; security checks stickers daily.

Campus News

Latest updates from Braintree High

Dr. Betsey Clifford Inducted into Massachusetts Science Educators' Hall of Fame

Braintree High School's Dr. Betsey Clifford was recognized for her significant impact on science education and 20 years of service in Massachusetts.

Nov 2, 2026

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The Braintree Four – 11/2/26 Update

The weekly student-led announcements show highlighted upcoming school events and local sports results.

Nov 2, 2026

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A Snowy Commute to BHS

Recent snowfall impacted morning commutes to Braintree High, with snow removal affecting student parking lot accessibility.

Oct 29, 2026

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B&E's Continue to Plague South Shore Communities; residents reminded to lock cars and houses.

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Upcoming Events

What's happening at Braintree High

Report Cards Issued

November 10, 2026

Braintree High School

Term 1 report cards will be issued to students and families no later than Tuesday evening.

Veterans Day - No School

November 11, 2026

Braintree Public Schools

Schools are closed in observance of Veterans Day.

Shrek the Musical - Opening Night

November 20, 2026

Braintree High School Theater

Opening night performance of the BHS drama production 'Shrek the Musical' at 7:00 PM.

Shrek the Musical - Saturday Matinee & Evening

November 21, 2026

Braintree High School Theater

Two performances of 'Shrek the Musical' at 2:00 PM and 7:00 PM.

Shrek the Musical - Final Performance

November 22, 2026

Braintree High School Theater

Matinee performance of 'Shrek the Musical' at 2:00 PM.

Thanksgiving Break

November 26, 2026

Braintree Public Schools

Thanksgiving break begins; no school for students and staff.

Campus Details

Academic System

Semester

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