April 27, 2026
SCHOOL NEWS:
It’s time for “this date in history.” On April 27, 1777, a little known but important American Revolution battle was won in Connecticut–it is known as the Battle of Ridgefield. Patriot troops drove back British troops and inflicted significant damage to the British side in the only inland battle fought on Connecticut land during the American Revolution. Ironically, the Patriots were led by Benedict Arnold who would later become famously known as a traitor backing the British cause. Also on this date in 1865, the worst maritime disaster in US History when the steamboat Sultana exploded leading to the loss of approximately 1,700 passengers including many Union soldiers returning home from the Civil War. In the field of technology, on this date in 1981, Xerox became the first company to include a mouse with its Xerox 8010 Star computer. Famous birthdays on this date include the 18th President of the United States Ulysses S. Grant and American inventor Samuel Morse. Thanks for listening to this date in history.
The Make A Change mini grant application is available for all students, but the deadline to apply is tomorrow, 4/28! If you have an idea that promotes kindness, contributes to positive mental health, supports inclusion and respect or encourages a positive school community, then think about applying for a $150 MAC grant today! Info is on the high school main page and on a flyer near the cafeteria.
The South Windsor Teen Center is looking for participants for their 1st Annual High School Billiards Tournament. High school students and faculty and staff are invited to be a part of this fun tournament. The students will be paired with an adult to play as a team against another team of student/adult. There will be snacks, drinks and pizza. A $5.00 donation is required to participate. Register here. Any questions contact Marietta St Onge at the Teen Center either by email Marietta.st.onge@southwindsor-ct.gov or by phone 860-648-6360!
A reminder to all students who have overdue books; please return them to the library! There are currently 209 overdue books checked out from the Library Media Center. Not finished with your book and want to keep reading? Ask us to renew it for you at the media center circulation desk.
CLUBS AND ACTIVITIES:
The Strategy Club will be meeting on Wednesdays, after school, in Room 149A for the next 5 Wednesdays. The school year is nearly over, so if you haven't participated in any clubs or activities this year, you still have one last chance to add an activity to your resume! You're invited to join us on Wednesdays for Dungeons and Dragons and board games. If you want to have fun, consider becoming a member!
The SNHS Science Tutoring Committee will be offering AP Bio and AP Chem review sessions this week in Room 205 from 2:00-4:00 PM. AP Bio will be today, Monday, April 27, and AP Chem will be on Wednesday, April 29. Light snacks will be provided. Contact Maher Mawla with questions.
The Cricket Club will meet today, Monday, April 27, right after school at the Annex baseball field. Snacks will be provided. Please see Sohan Patro or Mr. Ly in Room AN39 if you have any questions.
The Indian Dance Club will be meeting on Wednesday, April 29, right after school in Annex Room 39 to prepare for the upcoming Asian Fair in May. Snacks will be provided. Please see Aanya Shah, Dharshana Bhavana, or Mr. Ly if you have any questions.