October InterestEd

Our October InterestEd sessions were a huge success!  Students had the opportunity to explore careers in the medical field, upcycle old t-shirts, learn basic sign language, learn the basics of machine sewing and much more!

Scroll down to check out the pictures of our students participating in several of the different sessions.

Mark your calendar and watch your email for the next round of InteresEd opportunities!

Next InterestEd: November 16, 2017

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Pumpkin Carving and Decorating Contest

Click on the following link to view the original contest PDF with clickable links:

Pumpkin Carving Contest

October Feature Teacher

Branson School Online is home to the most talented and dedicated teaching staff in Colorado! 

Each month we introduce you to one of our incredible Branson School Online teachers. 

Our Feature Teacher for the month of October is:

Marlo Nickell!

Ms. Nickell teaches high school language arts for Branson School Online. Read on to learn more about this talented BSO teacher!

Name: Marlo Nickell

Years Teaching: 4

Years with BSO: 1

Favorite food: Pasta or Sushi

Favorite color: All shades of green 

Pets: 2 dogs and 3 cats

Hobbies: Reading, playing with my nephew, traveling 

What do you love about teaching? I love to share my passion for literature with ready minds. 

What do you love about teaching with Branson? I love the flexible work environment that allows all students to be successful and the wonderful people that are always willing to help.

Favorite season? Why? My favorite season is always the next season! I love them all so much that I just can't wait for them to change. 

Favorite place you have traveled to? Duluth, Minnesota

# 1 item on your bucket list: My list is so full, there is no way to narrow it down, but most of them involve exploring. 

Favorite book/author: I love Harry Potter! 

Favorite sport: To play, basketball or volleyball but to watch, baseball. 

Tips and Tricks

BSO parent Stacie S. has a great idea she'd like to share!









This is a picture of our touch math chart. I taped this on the corner of my student's desk and it saves us time, because instead of pulling out the blocks, we just look at the chart. It works for counting on and counting back. For us, it's very useful and over time, he'll memorize the dot placement. To be honest, I learned this in 2nd grade and I still use it!

Thanks for the awesome idea Stacie! 

If you have a tip or suggestion you'd like to share with other BSO families, please email cherith@bransonschoolonline.com . 

BSO Cares

For art class last week, our 1st graders drew pictures for all of those who have been affected by the recent storms and fires throughout our country. Click on the link below to view their artwork and share with friends and family.  BSO cares!

1st Grade Art for Hurricane Victims

Student Spotlight: Teagen B.

Congratulations to BSO 8th grader Teagen B.!

This past summer, Teagen and his family traveled to Lebanon, TN, where Teagen competed in the National Junior High Finals Rodeo.

Teagen placed 11th in boys' goat tying.

                                             Congratulations Teagan! 

September Feature Teacher

Branson School Online is home to the most talented and dedicated teaching staff in Colorado! 

Each month we introduce you to one of our incredible Branson School Online teachers. 

Our Feature Teacher for the month of September is:

Molly Gorton!

Ms. Gorton is the 6th grade social studies and language arts teacher for Branson School Online. Read on to learn more about this talented BSO teacher!

Years Teaching: This is my 11th year teaching

Years with BSO: 1st year with BSO

Favorite food:Mexican

Favorite color:Gray and Pink

Pets: 1dog, Toby

Hobbies: Walking/Running, being outside, reading

What do you love about teaching? the kids-seeing how much they grow in a year

What do you love about teaching with Branson?The sense of community here-everyone is helpful and  seems to enjoy being part of BSO (staff, students, parents).

Favorite season? Why? I love the FALL-love the cooler temps and beautiful colors.

Favorite place you have traveled to? Hawaii

# 1 item on your bucket list: Go to Ireland

Favorite book/author: Marley and Me

Favorite sport: Swimming