Bristol County Agricultural High School

The Arboriculture Senior's final and most challenging task was to learn to safely utilize a chainsaw in a tree while on climbing spurs. Although a very difficult task, the climbers did great and finished the removal!🌳 #BAPride #CultivatingExcellence #Arboriculture

Graduation bouquets are live for preorder!🌻 TODAY (Friday May 22nd) is the last day to order. We will not have anything available for walk in shopping, but pickups will be ready in the flower shop. Visit the flower shop website to place an order!🌼 https://bristol-aggie-flower-shop.square.site/s/shop #Graduation #Flowersale

Livestock and Dairy Management students recently had the opportunity to learn about the meat processing industry. This field trip provided students with insight into the steps involved in bringing food from the farm to the table. #BAPride #CultivatingExcellece #FarmtoTable

This year, students in the ECD Environmental Engineering program successfully cultivated more than 60 American Chestnut trees in partnership with the The American Chestnut Foundation (TACF). These seedlings will be distributed to local sportsmen’s clubs as part of ongoing efforts to restore the once-dominant American Chestnut population. A special thank you to the Somerset Sportsmans Club for your continued support, collaboration, and commitment to this important restoration initiative. Environmental Engineering Seniors are pictured here planting and recording valuable growth data that will continue to be utilized to improve the TACF's comprehensive breeding program.🌱 #BAPride #CultivatingExcellence #EnviromentalConservation

On Tuesday afternoon, we welcomed Kat and Peter from Reed’s Farm in Sunderland to work with our Livestock students. They led a session on the proper and humane dispatch of chickens for meat—an important part of understanding the full food system. Kat and Peter started with a clear demonstration, focusing on doing the process correctly, respectfully, and with animal welfare in mind. Students then had the opportunity to participate hands-on, at their own comfort level, with Kat and Peter beside them to guide. It was a valuable experience and one that reinforced the responsibility that comes with raising animals for food. The birds used were pasture-raised at Bristol Aggie, resulting in a more nutrient-dense product and a high-quality source of protein. We’re grateful to Kat and Peter for sharing their expertise and for providing our students with an authentic, meaningful learning opportunity. #BAPride #CultivatingExcellence #Chickens #Livestock

Bristol Aggie Senior, Taylor Mayer, was named the second-place recipient of the Massachusetts 4-H Foundation 2026 Kent Lage Leadership Award, earning a $750 scholarship. Taylor will attend Johnson & Wales University this fall, majoring in Animal Science. As a five year 4-H member, she has been a member of the City Slickers 4-H Club in which she has served as Vice President, President, and currently Junior Leader, helping the leader direct activities for the club. Through 4-H, Taylor has participated in events at both the state and national levels. At the National level, she competed at the Eastern National 4-H Horse Roundup in Louisville, KY in Horse Judging in 2024, Horse Bowl in 2025, and this year will compete in Hippology. Taylor has also participated in Visual Presentations at the country and state levels and showed her horse, Harry, at The Big E. At school, Taylor participates in Co-Op at an equestrian facility, FFA competitions, and is a member of the National Honor Society. Way to go, Taylor! We are so excited to watch your success in the next chapter!🎓🍀

Two of our horticulture majors, Landscape and Flori, were very excited to host a group of very enthusiastic students from Dighton Elementary School for a field trip last week to learn about horticulture! These First graders were able to have hands-on experience and ask lots of questions. They rotated through three stations: 1. Learning about plants and how to divide roots-getting a plant to take home. Thank you to Landscape students 2. They learned about and identified a few trees in our arboretum. Thank you to Mr. Latham 3. They did a story walk, followed by a song and filled out interactive booklets. Thank you to Ms. Noel, Mrs. Chevalier and our Flori students They also all got a crop to take home to plant- a tomato plant, a broccoli plant or a squash plant! #BAPride #CultivatingExcellence #thefutureofag #teachthemyoung

Mrs. Stevens’ Senior English Honors class celebrated their last day of class with “Kindergarten Day!” This included a story, snacks and arts and crafts. Only 11 more days until graduation!🎓 #BAPride #CultivatingExcellence

The Drama Club would like to extend a heartfelt thank you to their sponsor, Bluestone Bank, for their support this year. Your generosity helped the cast and crew put on an amazing production! #BAPride #CultivatingExcellence

Freshman floriculture used the rototiller to prepare the beds for strawberry planting. They added bloodmeal and earthworm castings before planting about 175 bare rooted plugs. These strawberries will supply our program for years to come! #BAPride #CultivatingExcellence

Students are learning hands-on about farm to table processes and enjoying the entire experience. Take a look at this week's Aggie Kitchen Newsletter!🐓 #FarmtoSchool

Join our team! 📣 Are you passionate about making a difference in students’ lives? We currently have exciting job openings available and are looking for dedicated individuals to join our school community. From supporting student success to helping shape the future of our programs, every role makes an impact. If you’re ready to be part of a team committed to excellence, we’d love to hear from you! Visit our website for complete job descriptions, qualifications, and application details. Apply today or share with someone who may be a great fit! #NowHiring #JoinOurTeam #CareerOpportunities #EducationCareers #Hiring #SchoolCommunity #MakeADifference #Teamwork #ExcellenceInEducation

Yesterday, a group of students from a variety of different majors visited Benson’s Pond Cranberry Bog and Frogfoot Farm. At Benson’s Pond, they had the opportunity to learn about the family-run operation, the process of growing cranberries, and the unique natural fertilizers they use to support the growth of the cranberries, including fermented cranberries! They also learned about new technology and job opportunities within the cranberry industry. Frogfoot is a sustainable farm that addresses food insecurity and farm waste through agroecological farming, gleaning, and volunteer action. Students had the opportunity to learn about how they support their surrounding communities, along with helping with tasks including planting, prepping beds and laying mulch. Thank you so much to these wonderful farms for their insights and for providing these opportunities to our students!🌱

Yesterday, Arboriculture seniors practiced using climbing spurs in preparation for learning how to bring equipment up into the tree and perform removals safely and efficiently. These students will be well prepared for the workforce with a strong foundation of knowledge in specialized tree work. A few students also utilized new equipment they won at the Arbor Jamboree, courtesy of Arbsession and Nadeau Tree Services. We are so grateful for your support. It is truly beneficial to the growth and success of our students. 🌳 #BAPride #CultivatingExcellence #Arboriculture #TreeWork

Today at assembly, we were proud to recognize Mrs. Bosworth as the recipient of the BA Excellence Award! 🎉 Presented by junior Liam Halloway, this award honors Mrs. Bosworth’s unwavering dedication to excellence, commitment to our students, and the positive impact she makes each and every day within our school community. Thank you, Mrs. Bosworth, for the passion, leadership, and care you bring to our campus. Your hard work and dedication do not go unnoticed, and we are grateful for all that you do! 👏🍎🏆 #CultivatingExcellence #BAPride

A huge thank you to all of our sponsors and volunteers who helped make this year’s Arbor Jamboree a tremendous success! Your support, time, and commitment helped create an unforgettable experience for our students and showcased the importance of teamwork, skill, and professionalism in the arbor industry. Today during assembly, we were proud to recognize the winners in each competition category and celebrate the hard work, determination, and excellence demonstrated by all participants. Congratulations to everyone who competed and represented their programs so well! We are incredibly grateful for the dedication of our community partners, volunteers, staff, and supporters who continue to invest in our students and their future success. Thank you for your commitment to excellence and for helping our students climb to new heights! 🌲🏆👏

Students in Veterinary Science observed a dental exam last week, which taught them how to perform it and what to look for. #BAPride #CultivatingExcellence

Last week, our Floriculture and Livestock students came together to explore the wonders of cheesemaking through a hands-on collaborative learning experience. Using local milk generously donated by Arruda’s Dairy, students created two fresh cheeses while learning about the science and craftsmanship behind the process. The first cheese, a fromage blanc cultured overnight, gave students the opportunity to observe curds and whey before scooping the curds into cheesecloth to take home. The second cheese was inspired by Squacquerone — a fresh, mildly cultured cheese similar to Portuguese fresh cheese with a slight tang. Students added the calcium chloride, rennet, and culture themselves before cutting the curds and placing them into molds. To complete the experience, students also created their own charcuterie plates using cheeses generously donated by Narragansett Creamery and Smith’s. A huge thank you to all of our donors and community partners for supporting hands-on agricultural education and helping provide meaningful farm-to-school learning opportunities for our students. 🐄🧀🌱 #BAPride #CultivatingExcellence #FarmtoSchool

We are hosting another year of Summer Agventures! This program is an immersive experience designed to explore many of the different vocational opportunities available on our campus. 🌳🐮🐢 We are offering 2 weeks of programming, Monday to Thursdays, on July 13th-16th and July 20th-23rd. Any rising 5th-8th graders are eligible for this program, follow this link to get your tickets! https://www.eventbrite.com/e/bristol-aggie-summer-academy-2026-tickets-1982808068308

Huge shoutout to our Equine Drill Team for putting on an absolutely fantastic performance at Field Day! Your hard work, precision, teamwork, and school spirit were on full display, and you kept the crowd energized from start to finish. 🐴✨ A big thank you as well to Student Council for organizing such a fun and memorable event for all students. From the activities to the atmosphere, Field Day was a great opportunity for our school community to come together, celebrate, and make lasting memories. Great job to everyone involved! 🎉☀️ #FieldDay #EquineDrillTeam #StudentCouncil #SchoolSpirit