South WindsorHigh School

SCHOOL NEWS:

Hey AP Bio students! Nervous about the AP exams? Try coming to an AP review session hosted by the SNHS. We will go over the basics and practice for the exam. The sessions run from April 22nd thru May 13th.  Everybody is welcome, but save a spot with your friends and sign up using the link posted in your AP Bio Google Classrooms or scan the code in the SNHS Showcase.

https://forms.gle/RjUoFtyVABSQs5Cs8

Calling Seniors who have taken multiple art classes! The Senior Art Exhibition is happening soon. This is your opportunity to show your artwork and qualify for an Art Honor Cord! There is a mandatory meeting on Wednesday, May 1st and applications are due May 3rd - If you have any questions, be sure to reach out to an art teacher today!

The library will be closed during period 4 on Monday, April 29th. Please plan accordingly.

“Roses are red, Violets are blue, Spring into style with the Bobcat 2!” Now thru the end of April, get both the Bobcat hoodie plus a beanie for just $45 at the Bobcat shop! 

SCHOOL NEWS:

Seniors: There will be a senior class homeroom in the auditorium on Friday, April 26th for reception table sign ups and outing bus sign ups. Please go to your homeroom first and report to the auditorium with your homeroom teacher. Information about table and bus sign up processes can be found in the Class of 2024 Google Classroom.

CLUBS AND ACTIVITIES:  

Happy DNA Day! Come join the HOPE club today after school in the back of the Media Center to learn about DNA, make a DNA model, and compete for a fun prize. We hope to see you there!

FBLA is hosting its annual 3 V 3 basketball tournament on April 29th from 2pm-4pm in the Main Gym. Sign up during lunch waves from April 15th thru April 26th. 

SCHOOL NEWS:

Calling Seniors who have taken multiple art classes! The Senior Art Exhibition is happening soon. This is your opportunity to show your artwork and qualify for an Art Honor Cord! Join the Google Classroom with the code: mqdgfcp to learn the Guidelines and Judging Criteria and to fill out the application. If you are interested in earning an honor cord in art, you MUST participate in the judged section of this Senior Art Exhibition. There is a mandatory meeting on Wednesday, May 1st and applications are due May 3rd - If you have any questions, be sure to reach out to an art teacher so we can help!

CLUBS AND ACTIVITIES:  

The Strategy Club will meet on Wednesday after school in the back of the media center.

Come join the HOPE Club to celebrate DNA Day this Thursday, April 25th, in the back of the Media Center. We will be learning all about DNA, making DNA models and even competing for a fun prize! We hope to see you all there!

FBLA is hosting its annual 3 V 3 basketball tournament on April 29th from 2pm-4pm in the Main Gym. Sign up during lunch waves from April 15th thru April 26th. 

The Cooking Club's theme for the month of April is “Think Spring”. We will be cooking on Thursday, April 25th in Room 105 at SWHS starting at 2:05 PM. The menu items are:  strawberry Lemonade, spring rolls, vegetable fried rice, sheet pan chicken and spinach sausage, Spring Rice Krispy Treats and Spring colored M&M sugar cookies. Please bring $5 to Sra. Ruiz in AN 56 or to Sra. Hwang in AN 37 to reserve your spot today.

The next Italian Club meeting will be THURSDAY, May 2nd, right after school until the late bus in Room 105. We will be making pizza, bruschetta, salad, and dessert. Spots are limited so bring $5 to Mrs. Zaccardelli in Annex Room 35 to save a spot.

The National Honor Society Prom Dress Committee is collecting homecoming and prom attire, including shoes and jewelry, in the Main Lobby now through May 3rd. The dresses will be donated to Cornerstone Cares for underserved communities.

COLLEGE AND CAREER CENTER:

Grade 10 students who would like to be considered for the Rotary Youth Leadership conference (taking place on Saturday, June 1st at Springfield College) should speak to Mrs. Carty to gain access to the application form. Applications will be due by Friday, May 3rd so please see her in time. 

If you have a driver’s license, a reliable car and an interest in doing office work, there is a law firm in Vernon looking for your help. Please visit the part-time jobs bulletin board in the Career Center to see the job posting and learn how to apply.

SCHOOL NEWS:

Hey AP Bio students! Nervous about the AP exams? Try coming to an AP review session hosted by the SNHS. We will go over the basics and practice for the exam. The sessions run from April 22nd thru May 13th.  Everybody is welcome, but save a spot with your friends and sign up using the link posted in your AP Bio Google Classrooms or scan the code in the SNHS Showcase.

https://forms.gle/RjUoFtyVABSQs5Cs8

“Roses are red, Violets are blue, Spring into style with the Bobcat 2!” Now thru the end of April, get both the Bobcat hoodie plus a beanie for just $45 at the Bobcat shop! 

CLUBS AND ACTIVITIES:  

Come join the HOPE Club to celebrate DNA Day this Thursday, April 25th, in the back of the Media Center. We will be learning all about DNA, making DNA models and even competing for a fun prize! We hope to see you all there!

Are you a student interested in learning and sharing the language and cultures of various Hispanic and Latino countries? If so, join the Hispanic/Latino Student Alliance.  This club aims to celebrate the various Hispanic and Latino countries that are represented here at South Windsor High School by creating a space for students to build community while sharing their culture.  The Hispanic/Latino Student Alliance will have their first meeting on Wednesday, April 24th at 2:15PM in Annex Rm. 54. For more information on the club, reach out to Ms. Tobon in ANNEX 54.

The Cooking Club's theme for the month of April is “Think Spring”. We will be cooking on Thursday, April 25th in Room 105 at SWHS starting at 2:05 PM. The menu items are:  strawberry lemonade, spring rolls, vegetable fried rice, sheet pan chicken and spinach sausage, Spring Rice Krispy Treats and Spring colored M&M sugar cookies. Please bring $5 to Sra. Ruiz in AN 56 or to Sra. Hwang in AN 37 to reserve your spot today.

The next Italian Club meeting will be THURSDAY, May 2nd, right after school until the late bus in Room 105. We will be making pizza, bruschetta, salad, and dessert. Spots are limited so bring $5 to Mrs. Zaccardelli in Annex Room 35 to save a spot.

The National Honor Society Prom Dress Committee is collecting homecoming and prom attire, including shoes and jewelry, in the Main Lobby now through May 3rd. The dresses will be donated to Cornerstone Cares for underserved communities.

COLLEGE AND CAREER CENTER:

A representative from the US Navy will be in the Career Center on Wednesday, April 24th at 10 AM. Please sign up in Naviance to attend

Grade 10 students who would like to be considered for the Rotary Youth Leadership conference (taking place on Saturday, June 1st at Springfield College) should speak to Mrs. Carty to gain access to the application form. Applications will be due by Friday, May 3rd so please see her in time. 

If you have a driver’s license, a reliable car and an interest in doing office work, there is a law firm in Vernon looking for your help. Please visit the part-time jobs bulletin board in the Career Center to see the job posting and learn how to apply.

SCHOOL NEWS:

Choices Matter, a program about safety during the spring celebration season, will be held Monday April 22 from 5:00 to 6:30 in the auditorium. All students are urged to attend.

If you ordered a 9th Grade Class of 2027 T-Shirt, please pick it up at the Annex. See Mrs. Barrett with any questions. 

Attention South Windsor High School students: On Tuesday, April 23th, we will be wearing yellow in honor of School Bus Driver Appreciation Day. Interact Club members will receive half an hour of credit when they send a picture of their yellow outfit. Non-Interact members are also encouraged to wear yellow to show their love for their bus driver.

CLUBS AND ACTIVITIES:  

Come join the HOPE Club to celebrate DNA Day this Thursday, April 25th, in the back of the Media Center. We will be learning all about DNA, making DNA models and even competing for a fun prize! We hope to see you all there!

Are you a student interested in learning and sharing the language and cultures of various Hispanic and Latino countries? If so, join the Hispanic/Latino Student Alliance. This club aims to celebrate the various Hispanic and Latino countries that are represented here at South Windsor High School by creating a space for students to build community while sharing their culture. The Hispanic/Latino Student Alliance will have their first meeting on Wednesday, April 24th at 2:15PM in Annex Rm. 54. For more information on the club, reach out to Ms. Tobon in ANNEX 54.

The Cooking Club's theme for the month of April is “Think Spring”. We will be cooking on Thursday, April 25th in Room 105 at SWHS starting at 2:05 PM. The menu items are: strawberry lemonade, spring rolls, vegetable fried rice, sheet pan chicken and spinach sausage, Spring Rice Krispy Treats and Spring colored M&M sugar cookies. Please bring $5 to Sra. Ruiz in AN 56 or to Sra. Hwang in AN 37 to reserve your spot today.

The next Italian Club meeting will be THURSDAY, May 2 right after school until the late bus in Room 105.  We will be making pizza, bruschetta, salad, and dessert.  Spots are limited so bring $5 to Mrs. Zaccardelli in Annex Room 35 to save a spot.

ATHLETICS:

Last Tuesday, Girls Track and Field competed against Tolland.  First place finishes were had by Jaya Pichay in the 100 and 400, Sofia Holovatska in the 800 and 1600, Katie Dunn in shot put, London Bascomb in javelin, and Jaya Pichay, Serena Thaker, Keeley Scott and Ariana Rosario in the 4X100.

SCHOOL NEWS:

The National Honor Society Prom Dress Committee is collecting homecoming and prom attire, including shoes and jewelry, in the Main Lobby now through May 5. The dresses will be donated to Cornerstone Cares for underserved communities.

Choices Matter, a program about safety during the spring celebration season, will be held Monday April 22 from 5:00 to 6:30 in the auditorium.  All students are urged to attend.

Calling Seniors who have taken multiple art classes! The Senior Art Exhibition is happening soon. This is your opportunity to show your artwork and qualify for an Art Honor Cord! Join the Google Classroom with the code: mqdgfcp to learn the Guidelines and Judging Criteria and to fill out the application. If you are interested in earning an honor cord in art, you MUST participate in the judged section of this Senior Art Exhibition. There is a mandatory meeting on Wednesday, May 1st and applications are due May 3rd - If you have any questions, be sure to reach out to an art teacher so we can help!

If you ordered a 9th Grade Class of 2027 T-Shirt, please pick it up at the Annex. See Mrs. Barrett with any questions. 

Attention South Windsor High School students: On Tuesday, April 24th, we will be wearing yellow in honor of School Bus Driver Appreciation Day. Interact Club members will receive half an hour of credit when they send a picture of their yellow outfit. Non-Interact members are also encouraged to wear yellow to show their love for their bus driver.

CLUBS AND ACTIVITIES:  

FBLA is hosting its annual 3 V 3 basketball tournament on April 29th from 2pm-4pm in the Main Gym. Sign up during lunch waves from April 15th thru April 26th. 

The Envirothon Competition Team is selling seed packet blends from March 25th thru April 22nd. Mixes include Heirloom veggies, herbs, tomatoes and pollinators. See Mrs. Eitel in Room 206 for an order form.

The Cooking Club's theme for the month of April is “Think Spring”. We will be cooking on Thursday, April 25th in Room 105 at SWHS starting at 2:05 PM. The menu items are:  strawberry lemonade, spring rolls, vegetable fried rice, sheet pan chicken and spinach sausage, Spring Rice Krispy Treats and Spring colored M&M sugar cookies. Please bring $5 to Sra. Ruiz in AN 56 or to Sra. Hwang in AN 37 to reserve your spot today.

This week's tip from the Writing Center: To avoid sounding robotic, vary the sentence structure in your writing. To learn about the types and see examples, along with other great writing tips, follow us on Instagram at swhswritingcenter.

SCHOOL NEWS:

Calling Seniors who have taken multiple art classes! The Senior Art Exhibition is happening soon. This is your opportunity to show your artwork and qualify for an Art Honor Cord! Join the Google Classroom with the code: mqdgfcp to learn the Guidelines and Judging Criteria and to fill out the application. If you are interested in earning an honor cord in art, you MUST participate in the judged section of this Senior Art Exhibition. There is a mandatory meeting on Wednesday, May 1st and applications are due May 3rd - If you have any questions, be sure to reach out to an art teacher so we can help!

If you ordered a 9th Grade Class of 2027 T-Shirt, please pick it up at the Annex. See Mrs. Barrett with any questions. 

Attention South Windsor High School students: On Tuesday, April 24th, we will be wearing yellow in honor of School Bus Driver Appreciation Day. Interact Club members will receive half an hour of credit when they send a picture of their yellow outfit. Non-Interact members are also encouraged to wear yellow to show their love for their bus driver.

The Choices Matter Program will be holding an event in the auditorium on Monday, April 22, from 5-6:30 PM. Anyone is welcome. Club leaders and team captains are expected to attend.

CLUBS AND ACTIVITIES:  

FBLA is hosting its annual 3 V 3 basketball tournament on April 29th from 2pm-4pm in the Main Gym. Sign up during lunch waves from April 15th thru April 26th. 

The Envirothon Competition Team is selling seed packet blends from March 25th thru April 22nd. Mixes include Heirloom veggies, herbs, tomatoes and pollinators. See Mrs. Eitel in Room 206 for an order form.

The Cooking Club's theme for the month of April is “Think Spring”. We will be cooking on Thursday, April 25th in Room 105 at SWHS starting at 2:05 PM. The menu items are:  strawberry Lemonade, spring rolls, vegetable fried rice, sheet pan chicken and spinach sausage, Spring Rice Krispy Treats and Spring colored M&M sugar cookies. Please bring $5 to Sra. Ruiz in AN 56 or to Sra. Hwang in AN 37 to reserve your spot today.

SCHOOL NEWS:

Calling Seniors who have taken multiple art classes! The Senior Art Exhibition is happening soon. This is your opportunity to show your artwork and qualify for an Art Honor Cord! Join the Google Classroom with the code: mqdgfcp to learn the Guidelines and Judging Criteria and to fill out the application. If you are interested in earning an honor cord in art, you MUST participate in the judged section of this Senior Art Exhibition. There is a mandatory meeting on Wednesday, May 1st and applications are due May 3rd - If you have any questions, be sure to reach out to an art teacher so we can help!

If you ordered a 9th Grade Class of 2027 T-Shirt - please pick it up at the Annex. See Mrs. Barrett with any questions. 

CLUBS AND ACTIVITIES:  

FBLA is hosting its annual 3 V 3 basketball tournament on April 29th from 2pm-4pm in the Main Gym. Sign up during lunch waves from April 15th thru April 26th. 

The Envirothon Competition Team is selling seed packet blends from March 25th thru April 22nd. Mixes include Heirloom veggies, herbs, tomatoes and pollinators. See Mrs. Eitel in Room 206 for an order form.

SCHOOL NEWS:

ATTENTION SENIORS! TODAY is the LAST DAY to order a personalized graduation lawn sign! Bring your form and payment to the Counseling Office by the end of the day! The order form is in the senior google classroom. Again, TODAY is the last day to order your graduation lawn sign! 

Calling Seniors who have taken multiple art Classes! The Senior Art Exhibition is happening soon this is your opportunity to show your artwork and qualify for an Art Honor Cord! Join the Google Classroom with the code: mqdgfcp to learn the Guidelines and Judging Criteria and to fill out the application. If you are interested in earning an honor cord in art, you MUST participate in the judged section of this Senior Art Exhibition. There is a mandatory meeting on Wednesday, May 1st and applications are due May 3rd - If you have any questions, be sure to reach out to an art teacher so we can help!

CLUBS AND ACTIVITIES:  

FBLA is hosting its annual 3 V 3 basketball tournament on April 29th from 2pm-4pm in the Main Gym. Sign up during lunch waves from April 15th thru April 26th. 

The Envirothon Competition Team is selling seed packet blends from March 25th thru April 22nd. Mixes include Heirloom veggies, herbs, tomatoes and pollinators. See Mrs. Eitel in Room 206 for an order form.

SCHOOL NEWS:

Calling all Seniors who have taken multiple art classes: The Senior Art Exhibition is happening soon! This is your opportunity to show your artwork and qualify for an Art Honor Cord. Join the Google Classroom with the code: mqdgfcp to learn the guidelines and judging criteria and to fill out the application. If you are interested in earning an honor cord in art, you must participate in the judged section of this Senior Art Exhibition.

FBLA is hosting its annual 3 V 3 basketball tournament on April 29th from 2pm-4pm in the Main Gym. Sign up during lunch waves from April 15th thru April 26th. 

COLLEGE AND CAREER CENTER:

Seniors looking for help paying for college – be sure to look in Naviance for available scholarships. Sort by deadline so you see the ones that are due soon. Some of them are due during spring break or the day we return to school.