March 2, 2026
SCHOOL NEWS:
Attention seniors, the next round of in-person collections are coming soon. We will be collecting during lunch in the Seminar Room on Tuesday, March 3rd and Wednesday, March 4th. Please see the Class of 2026 Google Classroom page for more information or see Ms. Andrews or Mrs. Farrell with questions.
It’s time for “this date in history.” On March 2, 1854, tragedy struck the Fales & Gray Car Works factory when a steam boiler exploded causing significant injuries to the workers. In total, over 20 workers perished and dozens more were injured. Exactly two months after the accident, the citizens of Hartford voted to establish a public hospital eventually leading to the building of Hartford Hospital in 1859, the first institution of its kind in the greater Hartford area. It remains one of the area’s major hospitals over 150 years later. In pop culture, on March 2, 1933 the groundbreaking movie King Kong made its world premiere and Warner Brothers’ oldest cartoon character Porky Pig debuted on this date in 1935. In 1962, Wilt Chamberlain scored 100 points in a basketball game for the Philadelphia Warriors, a record that still stands today. Famous birthdays on this date in history include author Dr. Seuss and singer Jon Bon Jovi. Thanks for listening to this date in history.
CLUBS AND ACTIVITIES:
The Global Health Awareness club is having a bake sale fundraiser at Stop and Shop on March 6th from 4pm-8pm. Money raised will help support hospitals in Haiti through the Partners in Health Organization.
Mu Alpha Theta is hosting a fundraiser at Chipotle at Evergreen Walk on Tuesday, March 3 from 4-8pm. Mention South Windsor High School or Mu Alpha Theta as you come in and have a delicious meal. Chipotle Mu Alpha Theta
Educators Rising is hosting an online Munson’s fundraiser from 2/20-3/5. Ask a club member for information or scan the QR code listed on flyers posted throughout the school.
Indian Heritage Awareness Club invites you to our 2nd Annual Holi Celebration on March 4th from 2:15–3:30 PM at the Annex Athletic field near the playground! Come celebrate the Festival of Colors with us for an afternoon full of joy, community, and fun! Tickets: $5 – Regular admission and $7 – Admission + a white t-shirt (perfect for the color celebration!)
Are you interested in a career in engineering, urban planning or architecture? Join the Architecture Club and participate in our weekly meetings where we offer hands-on experience with industry-grade CAD software, allowing members to explore architectural design through monthly competitions and collaborative design projects. We meet every Wednesday from 2-3 pm in Room 12. Join us through our google classroom code xmkby4ze or email Mr. Gorski to be updated on our next meeting date.
ATHLETICS:
Any girls interested in trying out for the Girls Outdoor Track and Field team must attend an informational meeting on Tuesday, March 3rd at 2:05 in the Cafeteria. Any questions should be directed to Coach McCullough in Room 127.
Anyone interested in trying out for the Varsity boys golf team this spring needs to attend a short informational meeting on Wednesday,March 11th, after school in Room 168. If you're planning on trying out for the team and can't attend this meeting you need to connect with Coach Gray in Room 168 before the March 11th meeting to be eligible