SCHOOL NEWS:
November 11, 2022 marks Veterans Day. Veterans Day occurs every year in the United States in honor of the “eleventh hour of the eleventh day of the eleventh month" of 1918 that signaled the end of World War I, known as Armistice Day. In 1954, President Dwight D. Eisenhower officially changed the name of the holiday from Armistice Day to Veterans Day. We take this opportunity each year to thank and honor those that have served our country and continue to serve. This year all students will be viewing a Veterans Day ceremony at South Windsor High School on 11/11. Additionally, Veterans from our community including representatives from the Patriotic Commission and American Legion will be visiting classes. Thank you to all Veterans in our school community and greater community for their service and sacrifice.
The 9th Grade Class of 2026 is having its first fundraiser at a local Poke Bowl Restaurant at 179 Deming Street in Manchester on Monday, November 14th from 3 pm to 6 pm. Please stop by and mention the 9th Grade Class of 2026.
The Library Media Center will now be open on Mondays, Wednesdays, and Thursdays until 4:00 p.m. We will continue to close at 3:00 p.m. on Tuesdays and 2:30 p.m. on Fridays.
CLUBS AND ACTIVITIES:
SWFTLK will host a Bingo Board Competition from November 21st through November 28th. The bingo board squares will contain challenges on them. Participants will pay $3 per board. The first 3 people to complete a row of 5 challenges will win prizes like gift cards to Dunkin, Starbucks, DQ, etc. Check out the google classroom for SWFTLK and @SWforlocalkids on Instagram.
COLLEGE AND CAREER CENTER:
For students enrolled in Personal Finance or Accounting 2, this is a reminder that Friday, November 11th is the LAST DAY to enroll in the Manchester Community College free credit program – College Career Pathways. Please be sure to complete all components of the MCC-CCP application by that time. Your teachers have posted all necessary links in your Google Classroom. See Ms. Carty in the Career Center if you have any questions or need help.
Next week in the Career Center, we will welcome University of Massachusetts – Dartmouth on Tuesday and the CT Air National Guard on Thursday. Please sign up in Naviance if you would like to attend either of these visits.
As a reminder to any Grade 12 students applying to Connecticut public universities, the free application day for Central, Eastern, Southern and Western CT State Universities and the University of Connecticut is Tuesday, November 15th. Additionally, Central Connecticut State University has extended its free application window and will now honor that offer from November 15 to November 30.
lramach
SCHOOL NEWS:
The library will be closed to study hall during period 5 today, November 10th. Please plan accordingly.
The 9th Grade Class of 2026 is having its first fundraiser at a local Poke Bowl Restaurant at 179 Deming Street in Manchester on Monday, November 14th from 3 PM to 6 PM. Please stop by and mention the 9th Grade Class of 2026! Thanks for your support! See you there!
If you are interested in giving back to our community and helping out Middle School students, then please complete the Jump Start online application today - using Classroom code ck2tlao. Applications for the first session are being accepted until Friday, November 11th. Each Wednesday afternoon you will be matched with a middle school student so that you can help them complete their homework and prepare for assessments. If you are a good student who can communicate well, consider joining the program! If you have any questions or would like more information, please reach out to Mrs. Reed.
CLUBS AND ACTIVITIES:
Unified for Underprivileged Girls will be hosting their annual card-making party for their pen pals this Thursday, November 10th after school. Show up to have a fun time alongside fellow club members while making festive cards for your pen pal! This event is also a credit opportunity, and all card making materials will be provided. See you Thursday!
On Monday, November 14th, the Pet Project Club will host our first meeting in Room 124 from 2:15 - 3:30pm. We will work on planning for our first pet supply drive to benefit local animal shelters during the upcoming holiday season. You can join our Google Classroom page with the code: qcznmxn and we hope to see you on the 14th!
DECA will be sponsoring a Coat Drive from Monday, November 7th to Friday, November 18th. Please bring in your gently used coats and we will donate them to those in need. Boxes will be in the lobby. Any questions, see Mrs. Barrett in Room 122A.
South Windsor for the Local Kids is hosting a “Donate for a Chance to Win” online event throughout November. Entry fee is $2 per ticket. One person can purchase multiple tickets. Payments can be made to @juliacraigg on venmo. List of prizes and winners can be found on our Instagram @swforthelocalkids. All proceeds go to Connecticut Children’s Hospital.
COLLEGE AND CAREER CENTER:
For students enrolled in Personal Finance or Accounting 2, this is a reminder that Friday, November 11th is the LAST DAY to enroll in the Manchester Community College free credit program – College Career Pathways. Please be sure to complete all components of the MCC-CCP application by that time. Your teachers have posted all necessary links in your Google Classroom. See Ms. Carty in the Career Center if you have any questions or need help.
lramach
SCHOOL NEWS:
DECA will be sponsoring a Coat Drive from Monday, November 7th to Friday, November 18th. Please bring in your gently used coats and we will donate them to those in need. Boxes will be in the lobby. Any questions, see Mrs. Barrett in room 122A.
The 9th Grade Class of 2026 is having it's first fundraiser at a local Poke Bowl Restaurant at 179 Deming Street in Manchester on Monday, November 14th from 3 PM to 6 PM. Please stop by and mention the 9th Grade Class of 2026! Thanks for your support! See you there!
CLUBS AND ACTIVITIES:
Italian Club will have its next meeting today right after school. We'll meet in Room 226 and then we'll go outside to play Bocce. We'll have drinks and snacks. There is no cost, just send Mrs. Zaccardelli a message via Google Classroom to let her know you're coming! All are welcome!
COLLEGE AND CAREER CENTER:
Students who are either enrolled in the Open Choice program or are first generation or underrepresented students are invited to attend an informational session about a mentoring program at the University of Connecticut School of Nursing. If you are a student from any of these communities considering a career in Nursing, this is a great opportunity. The visit will take place in the Career Center on December 7th and is listed in Naviance under “What’s New”. Please sign up if you would like to attend. You may also see Ms. Bravo or Ms. Carty with any questions.
lramach
SCHOOL NEWS:
Are you looking to get involved in an after school program that helps give back to our community? Are you a good student, with a positive attitude, who has time to help a Middle School student with their homework? Are you available Wednesdays after school, starting November 30th? If you answered yes to these questions, apply to be a Jump Start Tutor! Join the Classroom with the code ck2tlao to access the application, which is due Friday, November 11th. Spots will fill up quickly, so apply today!
Reminder! The Fall Play is running a Design Contest for the cover of its program. Complete your design and send it in to Mrs. White at [email protected] or drop it off to Room 144. You have until today!
The second wave of Capstone presentations will be held after school on Tuesday, November 15th. In order to present in this wave, you must have all written work submitted to your Adviser’s Google Classroom by Monday November 7th. All of your work must receive a score of successful or highly successful. You will sign up to present by filling out a Google Form that will be posted on the Capstone Website. A schedule with presentation times and room assignments will be posted on the Capstone Website by Friday November 11th. Students who present during this wave are eligible for an Honor Cord.
Seniors: Cap and gown orders are now open! Please scan the QR code on the flyer posted to the Senior Classroom page to fill out the required information. No payment is due at this time. Complete this by November 18th to ensure that your order will be placed. As a reminder, graduation is on June 15th at Dunkin' Donuts Park. Please see Mr. Zielinski or Mrs. Lynch with any questions.
CLUBS AND ACTIVITIES:
The Italian Club will have its next meeting next Wednesday, November 9th right after school. We'll meet in Room 226 and then we'll go outside to play Bocce. We'll have drinks and snacks. There is no cost, just send Mrs. Zaccardelli a message via Google Classroom to let her know you're coming! All are welcome!
SWFTLK will host a Bingo Board Competition from November 21st through November 28th. . The bingo board will contain a bunch of challenges on them. Participants will pay $3 per board. The first 3 people to complete a row of 5 challenges will win prizes like gift cards to Dunkin, Starbucks, DQ, etc. Check out the Google Classroom for SWFTLK and @SWforlocalkids on Instagram.
COLLEGE AND CAREER CENTER:
This week’s Career Center visits include Lafayette College, Nichols College, Western New England University and Hampshire College. All dates and times are posted in Naviance. Please sign up if you would like to attend.
Students who are either enrolled in the Open Choice program or are first generation or underrepresented students are invited to attend an informational session about a mentoring program at the University of Connecticut School of Nursing. If you are a student from any of these communities considering a career in Nursing, this is a great opportunity. The visit will take place in the Career Center on December 7th and is listed in Naviance under “What’s New”. Please sign up if you would like to attend. You may also see Ms. Bravo or Ms. Carty with any questions.
lramach
SCHOOL NEWS:
Are you looking to get involved in an after school program that helps give back to our community? Are you a good student, with a positive attitude, who has time to help a Middle School student with their homework? Are you available Wednesdays after school, starting November 30th? If you answered yes to these questions, apply to be a Jump Start Tutor! Join the Classroom with the code ck2tlao to access the application, which is due Friday, November 11th. Spots will fill up quickly, so apply today!
The second wave of Capstone presentations will be held after school on Tuesday, November 15th. In order to present in this wave, you must have all written work submitted to your Advisor's Google Classroom by Monday, November 7th. All of your work must receive a score of successful or highly successful. You will sign up to present by filling out a Google Form that will be posted on the Capstone Website. A schedule with presentation times and Room assignments will be posted on the Capstone Website by Friday, November 11th. Students who present during this wave are eligible for an Honor Cord.
Reminder! The Fall Play is running a Design Contest for the cover of its program. Complete your design and send it in to Mrs. White at [email protected] or drop it off to Room 144. You have until Monday, November 7th!
CLUBS AND ACTIVITIES:
Interested in STEM? Have strong writing skills? Want to stand out to college admission committees? Then the Medical and Scientific Research Club is right for you! Gain knowledge on a niche topic in medicine or science, improve your scientific writing skills, and get accepted for publication! Through the guidance of our experienced mentors, you’ll be guided along the journey of writing either original research or a literary review to get accepted for publication. Additionally, you’ll be given a chance to network with professionals in the fields of your choice, whether it be well-accomplished scientists or local healthcare workers. Google Classroom code: 5ullbb4. Our next meeting is on Monday, November 7th after school from 2:00 to 2:30 pm in Room 209. Please come prepared with a research topic. Hope to see you there!
The Italian Club will have its next meeting next Wednesday, November 9th right after school. We'll meet in room 226 and then we'll go outside to play bocce. We'll have drinks and snacks. There is no cost, just send Mrs. Zaccardelli a message via Google Classroom to let her know you're coming! All are welcome!
lramach
SCHOOL NEWS:
The Senior Class Photo will be taken on Thursday November 3rd at 1:30. Seniors are to report to their 7th Period class and wait for an announcement to report to the field.
Are you looking to get involved in an after school program that helps give back to our community? Are you a good student, with a positive attitude, who has time to help a Middle school student with their homework? Are you available Wednesdays after school, starting November 30th? If you answered yes to these questions, apply to be a Jump Start Tutor! Join the Classroom with the code ck2tlao to access the application, which is due Friday, November 11th. Spots will fill up quickly, so apply today!
Attention Students: The Library will be closed during Period 6 today, 11/3 and Friday 11/4.
CLUBS AND ACTIVITIES:
Bonjour! The portal to register for the Quebec field trip is opened and the link is available in Google Classroom. The dates of the trip are from Friday, February 3rd to Monday, February 6th, 2023. To sign up, go on the Quebec Field Trip Google Classroom code: qzu6fez Space is limited. See Mr. Ly (Lee) for any questions in Room 227.
Interested in STEM? Have strong writing skills? Want to stand out to college admission committees? Then the Medical and Scientific Research Club is right for you! Gain knowledge on a niche topic in medicine or science, improve your scientific writing skills, and get accepted for
publication! Through the guidance of our experienced mentors, you’ll be guided along the journey of writing either original research or a literary review to get accepted for publication. Additionally, you’ll be given a chance to network with professionals in the fields of your choice, whether it be well-accomplished scientists or local healthcare workers. Google Classroom code: 5ullbb4. Our next meeting is on Monday, November 7th after school from 2:00-2:30 PM in Room 209. Please come prepared with a research topic. Hope to see you there!
COLLEGE AND CAREER CENTER:
Grade 10 students who would like to be considered for the Hugh O’Brian Youth leadership (HOBY) program may nominate themselves by seeing Ms. Carty in the Career Center to pick up an application. HOBY is an Annual Spring Conference for students in Grade 10 who would like to participate in hands-on leadership activities and explore how their own personal leadership skills can make an impact in their local community. Two students will be chosen to represent South Windsor High School at the Connecticut Conference.
lramach
SCHOOL NEWS:
The Senior Class Photo will be taken on Thursday November 3rd at 1:30pm. Seniors are to report to their 7th period class and wait for an announcement to report to the field.
Are you looking to get involved in an after school program that helps give back to our community? Are you a good student, with a positive attitude, who has time to help a middle school student with their homework? Are you available Wednesdays after school starting November 30th? If you answered yes to these questions, apply to be a Jump Start Tutor! Join the Classroom with the code ck2tlao to access the application, which is due Friday, November 11th. Spots will fill up quickly, so apply today!
Attention Students: The Library will be closed during period 6 on Thursday 11/3 and Friday 11/4.
Reminder! The Fall Play is running a Design Contest for the cover of its program. Complete your design and send it in to Mrs. White at [email protected] or drop it off to Room 144. You have until Monday, November 7th!
The second wave of Capstone presentations will be held after school on Tuesday, November 15th. In order to present in this wave, you must have all written work submitted to your Adviser’s Google Classroom by Monday November 7th. All of your work must receive a score of successful or highly successful. You will sign up to present by filling out a Google Form that will be posted on the Capstone Website. A schedule with presentation times and room assignments will be posted on the Capstone Website by Friday November 11th. Students who present during this wave are eligible for an Honor Cord.
CLUBS AND ACTIVITIES:
The Black Student Alliance (BSA) will have an Interest Meeting today in Room 205 from 2:15-3:15pm. BSA is a safe space for students to share their school and cultural experiences, and discuss current events. Interested students are encouraged to join the Google Classroom: ecwnhhf to stay up-to-date on all BSA upcoming meetings and events. Please see Mrs. Bravo, Mrs. Davis, or Ms. Mwangi for more information.
lramach
SCHOOL NEWS:
November 1st marks the beginning of Native American Heritage Month. The month is an opportunity to celebrate rich and diverse cultures, traditions, and histories and to acknowledge the important contributions of Native and Indigenous peoples, while the learning continues throughout the year. More information can be found at https://nativeamericanheritagemonth.gov/about/.
Reminder: The SWHS HOPE Club sponsored Fall Blood Drive with the American Red Cross is today, November 1st, 2022 from 7:25 am- 12:45pm. For more details visit our website - Homepage.
Attention Students: The Library will be closed all day on Tuesday, 11/1 for the Blood Drive. Please plan accordingly.
CLUBS AND ACTIVITIES:
The Black Student Alliance (BSA) will have an Interest Meeting on November 2nd in Room 205 from 2:15-3:15. BSA is a safe space for students to share their school and cultural experiences, and discuss current events. Interested students are encouraged to join the Google Classroom: ecwnhhf to stay up-to-date on all BSA upcoming meetings and events. Please see Mrs. Bravo, Mrs. Davis, or Ms. Mwangi for more information.
COLLEGE AND CAREER CENTER:
Grade 10 students who would like to be considered for the Hugh O’Brian Youth leadership (HOBY) program may nominate themselves by seeing Ms. Carty in the Career Center to pick up an application. HOBY is an Annual Spring Conference for students in Grade 10 who would like to participate in hands-on leadership activities and explore how their own personal leadership skills can make an impact in their local community. Two students will be chosen to represent South Windsor High School at the Connecticut Conference.
lramach
SCHOOL NEWS:
The second wave of Capstone presentations will be held after school on Tuesday, November 15th. In order to present in this wave, you must have all written work submitted to your Advisor's Google Classroom by Monday, November 7th. All of your work must receive a score of successful or highly successful. You will sign up to present by filling out a Google Form that will be posted on the Capstone Website. A schedule with presentation times and Room assignments will be posted on the Capstone Website by Friday, November 11th. Students who present during this wave are eligible for an Honor Cord.
Seniors: Cap and gown orders are now open! Please scan the QR code on the flyer posted to the Senior classroom page to fill out the required information. No payment is due at this time. Complete this by November 18th to ensure that your order will be placed. As a reminder, graduation is on June 15th at Dunkin' Donuts Park. Please see Mr. Zielinski or Mrs. Lynch with any questions.
November 1st marks the beginning of Native American Heritage Month. The month is an opportunity to celebrate rich and diverse cultures, traditions, and histories and to acknowledge the important contributions of Native and Indigenous peoples, while the learning continues throughout the year. More information can be found at https://nativeamericanheritagemonth.gov/about/.
Attention Students: The library will be closed all day on Tuesday, 11/1 for the blood drive. Please plan accordingly.
All students are welcome to submit an entry to design the cover of the program for the Fall Play. Our Fall Play this year will be The Giver, based on the novel by Lois Lowry. Submissions are open to all current SWHS students and should be in jpeg, png or actual art on canvas/paper. Include your name, grade, current English teacher/period. Submit to Mrs. White in Room 144 or [email protected] . Deadline is Nov 7th.
The South Windsor High School HOPE Club is sponsoring a fall blood drive with the American Red Cross on Tuesday, November 1st, 2022 from 7:25 am- 12:45pm.
An estimated 38 percent of Americans are eligible to give blood or platelets, but of those, less than 10 percent actually donate each year. If you are healthy and eligible, please come out to donate. Most donations take about an hour, so book your appointment, roll up your sleeve and become a part of the lifesaving mission of the Red Cross. You must be at least 16 years of age to donate blood. 16 year olds must have the Parental Consent form completed: Parental-Consent-Blood-Donation.pdf. Sign up on the Red Cross website using code: swhs20, scan the QR code on the flyer, or click here
Contact: Joseph Biju @ [email protected] with questions.
CLUBS AND ACTIVITIES:
Bonjour! The portal to register for the Quebec field trip is opened and the link is available in Google Classroom. The dates of the trip are from Friday, February 3rd to Monday, February 6th, 2023. To sign up, go on the Quebec Field Trip Google Classroom code: qzu6fez Space is limited. See Mr. Ly (Lee) for any questions in Room 227.
The Black Student Alliance (BSA) will have an Interest Meeting on November 2nd in Room 205 from 2:15-3:15. BSA is a safe space for students to share their school and cultural
experiences, and discuss current events. Interested students are encouraged to
join the Google Classroom: ecwnhhf to stay up-to-date on all BSA upcoming meetings and events. Please see Mrs. Bravo, Mrs. Davis, or Ms. Mwangi for more information.
COLLEGE AND CAREER CENTER:
Seniors – if you plan to take advantage of the free application day for ALL CT state universities on November 15th, TODAY (Monday October 31) is the LAST day to submit Academic Records Request Forms to School Counseling to guarantee that all of your materials will be sent by the deadline.
Grade 10 students who would like to be considered for the Hugh O’Brian Youth leadership (HOBY) program may nominate themselves by seeing Ms. Carty in the Career Center to pick up an application. HOBY is an annual spring conference for students in grade 10 who would like to participate in hands-on leadership activities and explore how their own personal leadership skills can make an impact in their local community. Two students will be chosen to represent South Windsor High School at the Connecticut conference.
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SCHOOL NEWS:
The second wave of Capstone presentations will be held after school on Tuesday, November 15th. In order to present in this wave, you must have all written work submitted to your Advisor's Google Classroom by Monday, November 7th. All of your work must receive a score of successful or highly successful. You will sign up to present by filling out a Google Form that will be posted on the Capstone Website. A schedule with presentation times and Room assignments will be posted on the Capstone Website by Friday, November 11th. Students who present during this wave are eligible for an Honor Cord.
Attention Students: The library will be closed all day on Tuesday, 11/1 for the Blood Drive. Please plan accordingly.
All students are welcome to submit an entry to design the cover of the program for the Fall Play. Our Fall Play this year will be The Giver, based on the novel by Lois Lowry. Submissions are open to all current SWHS students and should be in jpeg, png or actual art on canvas/paper. Include your name, grade, current English teacher/period. Submit to Mrs. White in Room 144 or [email protected] . Deadline is Nov 7th.
The South Windsor High School HOPE Club is sponsoring a fall blood drive with the American Red Cross on Tuesday, November 1st, 2022 from 7:25 am- 12:45pm.
An estimated 38 percent of Americans are eligible to give blood or platelets, but of those, less than 10 percent actually donate each year. If you are healthy and eligible, please come out to donate. Most donations take about an hour, so book your appointment, roll up your sleeve and become a part of the lifesaving mission of the Red Cross. You must be at least 16 years of age to donate blood. 16 year olds must have the Parental Consent form completed: Parental-Consent-Blood-Donation.pdf. Sign up on the Red Cross website using code: swhs20, scan the QR code on the flyer, or click here
Contact: Joseph Biju @ [email protected] with questions.
CLUBS AND ACTIVITIES:
Bonjour! The portal to register for the Quebec field trip is opened and the link is available in Google Classroom. The dates of the trip are from Friday, February 3rd to Monday, February 6th, 2023. To sign up, go on the Quebec Field Trip Google Classroom code: qzu6fez Space is limited. See Mr. Ly (Lee) for any questions in Room 227.
COLLEGE AND CAREER CENTER:
There are new jobs posted in the Career Center such as lifeguards or swim instructors at the Ellington YMCA and Goldfish Swim School in Manchester. There is also an opportunity for a student looking for an internship, service project, Capstone project or possibly even a part-time job as a technology support person for a local church. Visit the bulletin board for postings.
There will be another Young Eagles Rally for students interested in learning about becoming a pilot. The event will be this Saturday, October 29th at Meriden Airport. Pre-register at https://youngeaglesday.org/
Visits to the Career Center next week will be from Stonehill College, State University of New York Oneonta, and the United States Air Force. Sign up in Naviance if you would like to meet with any of these representatives.
lramach
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