It's Black History month! If you'd like to explore more about the incredible range and complexity of Black history in America, please join the African and Black Culture Club TODAY, Wednesday, February 5th after school in room 133. All are welcome!
The next Computer Science club meeting is TODAY, Wednesday, February 5th in room 9. All are welcome!
This week you can pick up your South Windsor for the Kids t-shirt during all lunch waves. Please be sure to bring your $15. There will also be extra shirts for sale if you did not sign up for one. If you would like to attend the dance Friday, this is your ticket. Also there will be a mandatory meeting for all members of SWFTK after school TODAY, Wednesday, February 5th in the Cafeteria.
Attention all Student Council representatives - There will be a Student Council meeting the following two days to discuss Trivia Night with all representatives: Thursday, February 6th and Tuesday, February 18th. Please plan on attending. Trivia Night is coming up in March.
The Japanese Club is meeting this Thursday, February 6th after school in room 230.
First rehearsal for the Spring Play will be held with Mrs. White this Thursday, February 6th from 2:00 to 4:00 p.m. in the Auditorium. See you then.
Reminder for students who received Urban Naturalist invitations - you must attend one of the informational meetings to participate. Meetings will be this Thursday, February 6th at 2:00 p.m. in room 201 OR next Monday, February 10th at 7:30 a.m. (during late arrival). See Mrs. Field with any questions.
The next Italian Club meeting will be Monday, February 10th, right after school in room 226. We're going to be playing Italian games and eating pizza. Please get $5 to Mrs. Zaccardelli to save a spot. All are welcome.
Are you a junior looking to prepare for the upcoming SAT? A five-week SAT Prep Course is being offered at SWHS starting February 10th. Visit the high school website for more information and to sign up.
UConn Orthopedics & Sports Medicine is excited to announce an Inspiring Women in Engineering & Medicine (IWEM) workshop for 10th to 12th grade females. It will take place on Saturday, February 22nd at the Musculoskeletal Institute at UConn Health in Farmington, Connecticut. This will be a FREE, four-hour hands-on workshop and participants will get to perform 3 different mock orthopaedic surgeries and hear from prominent women surgeons and interact with other successful women in the medical field, such as engineers, physical therapist and advanced practicing registered nurses. The deadline to APPLY is February 6th!!! Click here for more information and to apply: http://www.drcoyner.com/iwem.html
Any students who missed the fall registration window to receive MCC credit for their College Career Pathways classes at South Windsor High School have a second chance to create a Banner ID. MCC’s registration portal has now re-opened for a limited time until February 7th. 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.
Students who are interested in becoming electricians are encouraged to apply to the Hartford Electricians and Joint Apprenticeship Training program at their office in Hartford by February 7th. The office will have extended hours in the afternoon and evening on Friday, February 7th. Interested students need to be at least 17 years old, graduating from high school in June, and have one year of Algebra with a passing grade. For more information, please see the flyer in the Career Center.
A representative from Kean University will be in the Career Center on Friday, February 7th at 11:45 a.m. to meet with students who would like to learn more about their programs and admission process.
Do you have an eye for design? Take part in the T-Shirt Design contest for It Takes One. It Takes One is a program for students to raise awareness about making safe decisions while driving. This program for upperclassmen happens every 2 years and this year, we want you to design the t-shirt for attendees. Design/draw your t-shirt and bring it to Mrs. Howard in room 134 by February 17th. If your design wins, you will get a free shirt and everyone will wear your design. See Mrs. Howard with any questions.
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 28th. The entry form and additional details are available in the SWHS main office, in the Career Center and in your Social Studies classes.
Bristol Technical Education Center is holding an Open House on Thursday, March 5th from 5:00 to 7:00 p.m. Students entering grades 11 and 12 next year with an interest in technical programs such as precision manufacturing, culinary arts, mechatronics, automotive, HVAC, and welding can visit and learn more about the campus and what it offers. A flyer with more information is hanging in the Career Center.