SCHOOL NEWS:
Day of Silence, 2022 is tomorrow, April 8th. During this school day, student participants take a vow of silence for the entire school day in protest of bullying and discrimination toward the LGBTQ+ community. If you would like to participate, please see Mrs. Stodd Knapp in room 148 for information and sign-up by Wednesday, April 6th.
SAGA will also be selling bracelets and pins for $1 during lunch waves; please consider purchasing one to show your solidarity with the LGBTQ+ community if you are not able to actively participate. Staff and students can also show their support by wearing black on April 8th.
CLUBS AND ACTIVITIES:
The Interact Club is selling beaded bracelets during all lunch waves from April 4th-8th to benefit SWHS Got Talent.
Are you looking for a fun way to celebrate a Senior in your life? Order a personalized graduation lawn sign for only $20 each! The SADD Club is taking orders for the 2022 graduation signs thru Tuesday, April 19th. The order form is on the high school main page and also on the Senior classroom. Order your sign today!
lramach
SCHOOL NEWS:
ATTENTION 9TH-10TH GRADERS: If you are interested in learning about membership to the National Honor Society, please come to a meeting today, April 6th, after school in the cafeteria.
Day of Silence, 2022 is coming up on Friday, April 8th. During this school day, student participants take a vow of silence for the entire school day in protest of bullying and discrimination toward the LGBTQ+ community. If you would like to participate, please see Mrs. Stodd Knapp in room 148 for information and sign-up by Wednesday, April 6th.
SAGA will also be selling bracelets and pins for $1 during lunch waves; please consider purchasing one to show your solidarity with the LGBTQ+ community if you are not able to actively participate. Staff and students can also show their support by wearing black on April 8th.
SWHS had a great showing at the FBLA Spring Leadership Conference Competition. Congratulations to our winning Bobcats: Paul Chen, Michael Pancras, Rohan Pruthi, Pranav Ramesh, Saisaketh Koppu, Trinayaan Hariharan, Abhinay Prabhuraj, Joseph Biju, Kavin Shanmugam, Aarnav Alsi, and Sidharth Atluri. In addition, Kavin Shanmugam, Saisaketh Koppu and Joseph Biju were elected to positions at the Connecticut FBLA level.
We’ve got the perfect excuse to not cook dinner this week! Order delicious BBQ’ d food from a local smokehouse located at 454 Ellington Road on 4/04 to 4/10 and a percent of the sales will go to the class of 2024! For official fundraiser flyer and for in-person ordering, check out the class of ’24. For online ordering use promo code: CLASSOF24.
CLUBS AND ACTIVITIES:
On Monday, April 11, National Honor Society will be hosting a fundraiser at a local frozen yogurt shop at 1500 Pleasant Valley Road in Manchester from 6pm-9pm. It’s the perfect time to grab a cold treat as warm weather approaches for April Break. Make sure to grab your friends and come out & support!
Are you looking for a fun way to celebrate a Senior in your life? Order a personalized graduation lawn sign for only $20 each! The SADD Club is taking orders for the 2022 graduation signs thru Tuesday, April 19th. The order form is on the high school main page and also on the Senior classroom. Order your sign today!
Unified for Underprivileged Girls is having a fundraiser event on Saturday, April 9th from 4:00pm to 8:00pm at a local bakery on Hemlock Ave. All proceeds will be donated to underprivileged girls in Kenya.
Interact Club is selling lemonade in the lobby before and after school from April 4th-April 8th. Proceeds will go to theater management and security officers for SWHS Got Talent Show.
French club “Le Lynx” will meet April 7th right after school until the late bus in room 105. We will be making Madeleine, Quiche and Lemonade. Space is limited so see Mr. Ly or Mr. Mabasa in room 230 to reserve your spot.
lramach
SCHOOL NEWS:
CLUBS AND ACTIVITIES:
On Monday, April 11, National Honor Society will be hosting a fundraiser at a local frozen yogurt shop at 1500 Pleasant Valley Road in Manchester from 6pm-9pm. It’s the perfect time to grab a cold treat as warm weather approaches for April Break. Make sure to grab your friends and come out and support!
Are you looking for a fun way to celebrate a senior in your life? Order a personalized graduation lawn sign for only $20 each! The SADD Club is taking orders for the 2022 graduation signs thru Tuesday, April 19th. The order form is posted on the high school main page and also on the Senior classroom. Order your sign today!
ATHLETICS:
Do you have gently used sporting equipment that you no longer need? Equipment Assist is a local program run by 3 high school sophomores who are collecting items to donate to the Hartford Police Athletic League (PAL), which benefits underserved youth. From now through April 24th, we are collecting all types of gently used sports equipment including cleats, sneakers, ice and hockey skates, baseball gloves, balls, helmets, shin guards, etc. All sizes are acceptable. A bin is located between the two showcases in the main lobby. We can also arrange to pick up bigger items such as nets, hockey sticks, baseball bats and lacrosse sticks. If you have questions, or to schedule a pick up, please email [email protected]
lramach
SCHOOL NEWS:
ATTENTION 9TH-10TH GRADERS: If you are interested in learning about membership to the National Honor Society, please come to a meeting on Wednesday, April 6th after school in the cafeteria
Day of Silence, 2022 is coming up on Friday, April 8th. During this school day, student participants take a vow of silence for the entire school day in protest of bullying and discrimination toward the LGBTQ+ community. If you would like to participate, please see Mrs. Stodd Knapp in room 148 for information and sign-up by Wednesday, April 6th.
SAGA will also be selling bracelets and pins for $1 during lunch waves; please consider purchasing one to show your solidarity with the LGBTQ+ community if you are not able to actively participate. Staff and students can also show their support by wearing black on April 8th.
CLUBS AND ACTIVITIES:
Interact Club is selling lemonade in the lobby before and after school from April 4th-April 8th. Proceeds will go to theater management and security officers for SWHS Got Talent Show.
French club “Le Lynx” will meet April 7th right after school until the late bus in room 105. We will be making Madeleine, Quiche and Lemonade. Space is limited so see Mr. Ly or Mr. Mabasa in room 230 to reserve your spot.
Unified for Underprivileged Girls is hosting a fundraising event on Saturday, April 9th from 4pm-8pm at a local bakery on Hemlock Avenue. All proceeds donated to underprivileged girls in Kenya.
ATHLETICS:
Congratulations to the Boys Tennis Team for a convincing opening scrimmage victory over Ellington on 3/31. 11 of 12 matches were won! First home match is next Friday against Avon. Come see us - these guys can play!
lramach
SCHOOL NEWS:
Beginning on Monday, the Hall of Achievement will be closed during lunch for the remainder of the school year. The patio outside the lunch room will be open for all students. The stadium will be open to only Seniors. Both outside areas will be open on nice weather days. Students eating outside will be expected to keep the areas clean. We would ask all students who are outside to be respectful of any classes who are on the field during PE classes.
ATTENTION 9TH-10TH GRADERS: If you are interested in learning about membership to the National Honor Society, please come to a meeting on Wednesday, April 6th after school in the cafeteria
The 9th Grade Class of 2025 will be selling their Class of 2025 T-Shirts for this week only - March 28th to April 4th. Link to purchase: Class of 2025 T-Shirt Sale
The store will open at 4:00 pm on Monday March 28th! The shirts are scheduled to be shipped out to our school one week later to keep the cost down. Mrs. Barrett will hand out the shirts to you as soon as they come in. Put your school spirit on display!!! We will be wearing our shirts on Spirit Days so don't get left out!
We’ve got the perfect excuse to not cook dinner this week! Order delicious BBQ’d food from a local smokehouse located at 454 Ellington Road on 4/04 to 4/10 and a percent of the sales will go to the class of 2024! Check out the class of ‘24 for the official fundraiser flier for in-person ordering. For online ordering use promo code: CLASSOF24. Your support is MUCH appreciated!
World Malayalee Council CT will be hosting an American Red Cross Blood Drive in association with the SWHS Hope Club students tomorrow - Saturday April 2nd between 8:00am and 1:00pm in the Cafeteria.
For more details Click here
CLUBS AND ACTIVITIES:
Interact Club is selling lemonade in the lobby before and after school from April 4th-April 8th. Proceeds will go to theater management and security officers for SWHS Got Talent Show.
The Interact Club is selling beaded bracelets during all lunch waves from April 4th-8th to benefit SWHS Got Talent.
lramach
SCHOOL NEWS:
Beginning on Monday, the Hall of Achievement will be closed during lunch for the remainder of the school year. The patio outside the lunch room will be open for all students. The stadium will be open to only Seniors. Both outside areas will be open on nice weather days. Students eating outside will be expected to keep the areas clean. We would ask all students who are outside to be respectful of any classes who are on the field during PE classes.
The Media Center will be open today (March 31 st) only until 2:30 pm.
Attention JUNIORS: This Friday after school is the absolute LAST opportunity to purchase prom tickets. We will be in the lobby from 2 - 2:30 pm.
The 9th Grade Class of 2025 will be selling their Class of 2025 T-Shirts for this week only - March 28th to April 4th. Link to purchase: https://pws.atlanticsportswear.com/product-cat/south-windsor-class-2025-fundraiser-grey-2022.
The store will open at 4:00 pm on Monday March 28th! The shirts are scheduled to be shipped out to our school one week later to keep the cost down. Mrs. Barrett will hand out the shirts to you as soon as they come in. Put your school spirit on display!!! We will be wearing our shirts on Spirit Days so don't get left out!
SWHS Got Talent is hosting auditions on Thursday, April 21 after school in the auditorium for a school wide talent show. Any act is welcome. Sign up on the Google Form using the Google Classroom code cek6ciy. Fill out the form by March 31 to audition! If you have questions, please see Mrs. Howard in room 134.
Day of Silence, 2022 is coming up on Friday, April 8th. During this school day, student participants take a vow of silence for the entire school day in protest of bullying and discrimination toward the LGBTQ+ community. If you would like to participate, please see Mrs. Stodd Knapp in room 148 for information and sign-up by Wednesday, April 6th.
SAGA will also be selling bracelets and pins for $1 during lunch waves; please consider purchasing one to show your solidarity with the LGBTQ+ community if you are not able to actively participate. Staff and students can also show their support by wearing black on
April 8th.
Weekly Tip from the Writing Center: When writing, make sure that you are in a quiet place where you can focus. You’ll be better able to express yourself! For more writing tips and help with your writing assignments, stop by the Writing Center. We are open Monday, Wednesday, and Thursday from 2-3 in room 136. Get one on one help with your writing assignments. No appointment needed!
lramach
SCHOOL NEWS:
The virtual Healthy Smoothie night sponsored by SADD which was scheduled for Wednesday 3/30 has been canceled. Stay tuned for our April events!
Transgender Day of Visibility is an annual event celebrating transgender people and raising awareness for discrimination faced by transgender people worldwide, as well as a celebration of their contributions to society. Show your support for the transgender community by wearing pink, white, and blue this Thursday 3/31. Feel free to join SAGA's meeting after school on the 31st in room 148 at 2pm for our regular meeting, and in celebration of our community. Please see Mrs. Stodd Knapp or Ms. Flachsbart with any questions.
The 9th Grade Class of 2025 will be selling their Class of 2025 T-Shirts for this week only - March 28th to April 4th. Link to purchase: https://pws.atlanticsportswear.com/product-cat/south-windsor-class-2025-fundraiser-grey-2022.
The store will open at 4:00 pm on Monday March 28th! The shirts are scheduled to be shipped out to our school one week later to keep the cost down. Mrs. Barrett will hand out the shirts to you as soon as they come in.
Put your school spirit on display!!! We will be wearing our shirts on Spirit Days so don't get left out!
ATTENTION 9TH-10TH GRADERS: If you are interested in learning about membership to the National Honor Society, please come to a meeting on Wednesday, April 6th after school in the cafeteria
CLUBS AND ACTIVITIES:
Poetry Club will hold a meeting TODAY (Wednesday) after school in room 129. Join us to meet other poets, read and write poetry, and maybe come up with something you can share at the next Mind's Eye Coffeehouse! Join our Google Classroom using the code xisxy4t. All are welcome!
The Strategy Club will meet this Wednesday, March 30th after school, in room 7.
The Water Launch Club, an organization that strives to provide clean, drinkable water for villages in Africa, is hosting its first fundraising campaign at a Sandwich Shop at 1006 Sullivan Avenue in South Windsor on Wednesday, March 30th from 4:30-7:30 pm. Come support this worthy cause. No flyer is necessary.
The Hunger Helper Committee is hosting a food drive for the SW Food & Fuel Bank from April 4th-8th. There will be a drop off box outside the main office for your donations.
lramach
SCHOOL NEWS:
Transgender Day of Visibility is an annual event dedicated to celebrating transgender people and raising awareness of discrimination faced by transgender people worldwide, as well as a celebration of their contributions to society. Show your support for the transgender community by wearing pink, white, and blue this Thursday 3/31. Feel free to join SAGA's meeting after school on the 31st in room 148 at 2pm for our regular meeting, and in celebration of our community. Please see Mrs. Stodd Knapp or Ms. Flachsbart with any questions.
The 9th Grade Class of 2025 will be selling their Class of 2025 T-Shirts for this week only - March 28th to April 4th. Link to purchase: https://pws.atlanticsportswear.com/product-cat/south-windsor-class-2025-fundraiser-grey-2022.
The store will open at 4:00 pm on Monday March 28th!
The shirts are scheduled to be shipped out to our school one week later to keep the cost down. Mrs. Barrett will hand out the shirts to you as soon as they come in.
Sneak peek of the TEE.
Put your school spirit on display!!! We will be wearing our shirts on Spirit Days so don't get left out!
CLUBS AND ACTIVITIES:
SADD club invites you to join them virtually for a smoothie making event on Wednesday, March 30th from 7-7:45pm. An ingredient list is available in the guidance office. Use this link to join the meet: https://meet.google.com/psc-camu-ukd?hs=122&authuser=0
The Strategy Club will meet this Wednesday on March 30th after school, in room 7.
Join the Teens for Mental Health Interact Committee on March 30th from 2-3 pm in the back of the Media Center to make virtual or handmade vision boards.
SWFTLK will distribute T-shirts today, March 29th, after school in the lobby. There will be extra T-shirts available for any staff or students who would like to purchase one to support CCMC. If you would like to purchase one please fill out the attached google doc. UConn Huskython is this Saturday. T-shirts are $20 and $10 from each shirt goes directly to SWFTK.
https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSde9JCs1CdYegCSMONPPMqGlGJAS-ZDTqnkZwtGO3cVJiF_UA/viewform?usp=pp_url
lramach
SCHOOL NEWS:
Congratulations to Sivani Arvapalli, Aditi Malpure, Mehana Nagarur, Anamitra Rawat, and Ria Shah, all of whom received the Connecticut NCWIT Aspirations in Computing (AiC) award. This award recognizes 9th-12th grade women, genderqueer, and non-binary students for their computing-related achievements and interests, as part of an effort to encourage a diverse range of students to choose careers in technology.
Sivani, Aditi, Mehana, Anamitra, and Ria were selected from more than 3,500 applicants from all 50 U.S. states, Washington, D.C., Guam, Puerto Rico, the U.S. Virgin Islands, U.S. overseas military bases, and Canada for their outstanding aptitude and aspirations in technology and computing as demonstrated by their computing experience, computing-related activities, leadership experience, tenacity in the face of barriers to access, and plans for post-secondary education. For more information on how to apply for the award in the future, see Mrs. Lang in room 9.
We've got the perfect excuse to not cook dinner this week! Place your take-out order from the BBQ Smokehouse restaurant on 454 Ellington Rd on Thursday 3/31 and a % of the sales will be donated to the class of 2024!!! Check out the insta page for the official flyer.
Transgender Day of Visibility is an annual event dedicated to celebrating transgender people and raising awareness of discrimination faced by transgender people worldwide, as well as a celebration of their contributions to society. Show your support for the transgender community by wearing pink, white, and blue this Thursday 3/31. Feel free to join SAGA's meeting after school on the 31st in room 148 at 2pm for our regular meeting, and in celebration of our community. Please see Mrs. Stodd Knapp or Ms. Flachsbart with any questions.
CLUBS AND ACTIVITIES:
The Water Launch Club, an organization that strives to provide clean, drinkable water for villages in Africa, is hosting its first fundraising campaign at a Sandwich Shop at 1006 Sullivan Avenue in South Windsor on Wednesday, March 30th from 4:30-7:30 pm. Come support this worthy cause. No flyer is necessary. Please help spread the word.
Italian Club will meet March 28th right after school in room 105. We will be making pizza, cookies, tiramisu and lemonade. If you would like to attend please bring $5 to Mrs. Zaccardelli in room 226 as soon as possible because spots are limited.
SADD club invites you to join them virtually for a smoothie making event on Wednesday, March 30th from 7-7:45pm. An ingredient list is available in the guidance office. Use this link to join the meet: https://meet.google.com/psc-camu-ukd?hs=122&authuser=0
Join the Teens for Mental Health Interact Committee on March 30th from 2-3 pm in the back of the Media Center to make virtual or handmade vision boards.
The Hunger Helper Committee is hosting a food drive for the SW Food & Fuel Bank from April 4th-8th. There will be a drop off box outside the main office for your donations.
ATHLETICS:
Boys Tennis will practice today at Magic Lincer in Manchester from 3pm-4:30pm.
lramach
SCHOOL NEWS:
Voice 4 Change: On March 28th, during homeroom, students will have the opportunity to vote for an idea that was proposed by their peers as part of Civics classes and a statewide project called Voice 4 Change. “Voice4Change will allow students to suggest how $20,000 of the ARP ESSER state set-aside money will be spent in their school. Seventy-six Connecticut high schools representing more than 55,000 students are participating in this exciting opportunity.” Read more about the state project here- Voice4Change. Your vote will determine how the money will be spent. Read more about the students’ ideas and proposals here in order to make an informed decision and vote next Monday.
Weekly writing tip from the Writing Center: Do you know the difference between an active and passive voice? If not, come down to the Writing Center and learn from one of our amazing tutors! For more writing tips and help with your writing assignments, stop by the Writing Center. We are open Monday, Wednesday, and Thursday from 2-3 in room 136. Get one on one help with your writing assignments. No appointment needed!
CLUBS AND ACTIVITIES:
The Water Launch Club, an organization that strives to provide clean, drinkable water for villages in Africa, is hosting its first fundraising campaign at a Sandwich Shop at 1006 Sullivan Avenue in South Windsor on Wednesday, March 30th from 4:30-7:30 pm. Come support this worthy cause. No flyer is necessary. Please help spread the word.
Italian Club will meet March 28th right after school in room 105. We will be making pizza, cookies, tiramisu and lemonade. If you would like to attend please bring $5 to Mrs. Zaccardelli in room 226 as soon as possible because spots are limited.
SADD club invites you to join them virtually for a smoothie making event on Wednesday, March 30th from 7-7:45pm. An ingredient list is available in the guidance office. Use this link to join the meet: https://meet.google.com/psc-camu-ukd?hs=122&authuser=0
COLLEGE AND CAREER CENTER:
The Connecticut Center for Advanced Technology and MCC will host a manufacturing career expo on Friday, March 25th from 9 – noon at the CCAT Advanced Technology Center in East Hartford. Visit the Career Center for complete details. There is a flyer hanging on the Programs & Events board.
There is a brand new daycare opening up in South Windsor, and they are looking to hire Childcare Assistants for after school help. Please visit the Career Center for the flyer with details and information on how to apply.
ATHLETICS:
Do you have gently used sporting equipment that you no longer need? Equipment Assist is a local program run by 3 high school sophomores who are collecting items to donate to the Hartford Police Athletic League (PAL), which benefits underserved youth. From now through April 24th, we are collecting all types of gently used sports equipment including cleats, sneakers, ice and hockey skates, baseball gloves, balls, helmets, shin guards, etc. All sizes are acceptable. A bin is located between the two showcases in the main lobby. We can also arrange to pick up bigger items such as nets, hockey sticks, baseball bats and lacrosse sticks. If you have questions, or to schedule a pick up, please email to: [email protected]
lramach
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