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Friday, January 10, 2020 

Seniors: A friendly reminder that the January Capstone presentation waves are right around the corner. Please check in with your adviser, sign up to present using the Google Form located on the Capstone webpage, and complete your written work by TODAY! Any senior who does not present their Capstone on Thursday, January 23rd or Friday, January 24th will have a change made to their second semester schedules. These changes may include loss of lockout and being placed in a structured study hall. If you have any questions or concerns please see Ms. Walsh in room 158 or Mr. Richards in room 163.

The Freshman Class of 2023 will be having a fundraiser at a local bakery and coffee shop on Hemlock Avenue. Please join us from 4:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m. TODAY, Friday, January 10th.

The Bobcat Bowling Club is getting ready to roll for Session 2. Permission slips are available in room 168 and are due by Tuesday, January 21st. If you have any questions please see Mr. Gray in room 168.

South Windsor For The Kids is selling club shirts during all lunch waves. The shirts are $15 and includes the entrance for the dance marathon. For everyone attending the dance, you must buy a shirt. Order forms are on our classroom: v03ocy1 and will be up during lunch. We will also be selling Pura Vida bracelets for $6 during the week.

If you are planning on participating in the South Windsor for the Kids Dodgeball Tournament, make sure that a representative from your team picks up a captain's packet during lunch waves.

Need help studying for exams? The National Honor Society is holding exam review sessions after school in the cafeteria from 2:00 - 4:00 p.m. on Monday, January 13th and Thursday, January 16th. Snacks will be provided.

Students: It's time to purchase your yearbook! The price is $70 until February 21st. The price will continue to increase through the spring so buy it now! Go to the Yearbook tab on the webpage to place your order. Remember ALL students are featured in the yearbook – it’s not just for seniors!

Seniors: Please remind your parents that Congratulatory Ads must be submitted by Friday, January 31st. Please see the Yearbook tab on the SWHS webpage for directions and more information.

Any students who missed the fall registration window to receive MCC credit for their College Career Pathways classes at SWHS have a second chance to create a Banner ID. MCC’s registration portal has now re-opened for a limited time until February 20th. This will be your last chance to establish an MCC Banner ID, which is required in order to earn college credits for any MCC articulated classes you take this year and in the future. If you need another step-by-step guide for registration, please see Mr. Leon or Mrs. Carty in School Counseling.

If you are considering Emmanuel College, come to the Career Center and meet with a current student who can answer your questions and tell you about attending the college. Mary Kate Harper is a South Windsor High School graduate who is now a senior at Emmanuel, and she will be here Monday, January 13th at 10:00 a.m. hoping to share her experiences with anyone interested in hearing a student perspective.

Are you a sophomore thinking about what to take for English next year? You have options! Consider taking Professional Writing and Speaking in the spring. It'll improve your writing skills and give you confidence as a public speaker in high school, college, and beyond.

In connection with the Memorial Day commemoration activities to be held on Monday, May 25th, the South Windsor Patriotic Commission is pleased to announce its annual essay contest. Students in grades 9-12 can submit an essay (500 words or less) on the topic of “An American patriot who inspires me and why.” All entries must be received by the Patriotic Commission no later than Friday, February 28, 2020. The entry form and additional details are available in the SWHS main office, in the Career Center and in your Social Studies classes.
Posted by On 10 January, 2020 at 8:49 AM  

 
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