South WindsorHigh School

SCHOOL NEWS:

Holiday Spirit Week is December 16th-20th:

Monday: Holiday Colors

Tuesday: Flannel Day

Wednesday: Holiday hats and socks

Thursday: Winter Wonderland- wear whites, blues and grays

Friday: Holiday Pajamas

Hodge-Claus is coming to your lunch wave on Monday, December 16th and he’s bringing his favorite helper, Carlson the Elf. Donate $1 cash to benefit the Jimmy V Cancer Foundation and get your picture taken with these Holiday Icons. 

There are boxes collecting new and gently used sports equipment in the high school Lobby and Annex Main Entrance through December 18th. All equipment will be donated to local organizations that serve kids in need.

There are pet supply donation boxes in the Cafeteria and Annex lobby now thru December 16th. Donations will benefit Our Companions Animal Rescue in Manchester. 

CLUBS AND ACTIVITIES: 

The HOPE club is welcoming a guest speaker on Wednesday 12/11 after school in the Seminar Room. Come hear directly from a nurse practitioner with over 20 years experience to learn about this unique and rewarding career path. For more information, check out the HOPE club google classroom or the flyers posted around the school. 

The Water Launch Club's first organizational meeting is on Thursday, December 12th right after school in Annex Room 35.  Join our Google Classroom with code: nkglssx. We aim to provide clean and safe water across villages in Sub-Saharan Africa by working with and fundraising for The Water Project, a non-profit organization. We will be selecting leadership positions and deciding on our fundraisers for this year.  

The December Cooking Club Day is Thursday,  December 19th at 2:05 PM in Room 105 at SWHS. Our theme is Holiday Baking. Please bring $5 to Sra. Ruiz in AN 56 or to Sra. Hwang in AN 37 to reserve your spot today. Hurry, there are only 20 spots maximum and they fill up quickly.

The 3-D Printing Club is meeting on Tuesday, December 17th after school from 2:15 to 3:00 in the library. Join us to learn about 3D print design and printing. Join our Google Classroom with code: wxyyj4d. If you have any questions, reach out to Ms. Fielding in the Library, Ali Omer or Marissa Garvey.

SCHOOL NEWS:

There will be pet supply donation boxes in the Cafeteria and Annex lobby now thru December 16th. Donations will benefit Our Companions Animal Rescue in Manchester. 

CLUBS AND ACTIVITIES: 

The HOPE club is welcoming a guest speaker on Wednesday 12/11 after school in the Seminar Room. Come hear directly from a nurse practitioner with over 20 years experience to learn about this unique and rewarding career path. For more information, check out the HOPE club google classroom or the flyers posted around the school. 

The Water Launch Club's first organizational meeting is on Thursday, December 12th right after school in Annex Room 35. Join our Google Classroom with code: nkglssx. We aim to provide clean and safe water across villages in Sub-Saharan Africa by working with and fundraising for The Water Project, a non-profit organization. We will be selecting leadership positions and deciding on our fundraisers for this year. 

SCHOOL NEWS:

Attention SWHS homerooms! Interact is hosting its 2nd annual SW PJ Palooza Day this Friday, 12/6 to raise money and awareness for CCMCs PJ Day. Homerooms will compete to earn points based on money raised and PJ attire and accessories worn on Friday December 6th. The homeroom with the highest points will win a pizza party and the homeroom teacher wins duty coverage for one period. Check out your grade level google classrooms and posters around the building for point values. Good luck!

The 9th Grade Class of 2028 will host a fundraiser at a local sandwich shop located at 1006 Sullivan Avenue on December 4th from 4 to 7pm. See our social media page for details.

There will be pet supply donation boxes in the Cafeteria and Annex lobby now thru December 16th. Donations will benefit Our Companions Animal Rescue in Manchester. 

CLUBS AND ACTIVITIES: 

Come to the next Italian Club meeting on Thursday, December 5th right after school in Room 105 of the High School. We're going to be making and eating pizzelle, cannoli, ricotta cookies, Italian chocolate cookies, and Italian Pinch Cookies. Space is limited, so please bring $5 to Mrs. Zaccardelli in Annex room 35 to save a spot. 

The HOPE Club meets today after school in Room 207. Come explore careers in healthcare and create medical inspired shrinky dink keychains or ornaments! We will also be sharing more information about our upcoming volunteer opportunities. Anyone is welcome to join! Join our Google Classroom with code eekakts for more information.

SCHOOL NEWS:

Attention SWHS homerooms! Interact is hosting its 2nd annual SW PJ Palooza Day this Friday, 12/6 to raise money and awareness for CCMCs PJ Day. Homerooms will compete to earn points based on money raised and PJ attire and accessories worn on Friday December 6th. The homeroom with the highest points will win a pizza party and the homeroom teacher wins duty coverage for one period. Check out your grade level google classrooms and posters around the building for point values. Good luck!

The 9th Grade Class of 2028 is hosting a fundraiser at Subway in South Windsor on Wednesday, December 4th from 4-9pm.

There will be boxes collecting new and gently used sports equipment at the high school Lobby and Annex Main Entrance through December 18th. All equipment will be donated to local organizations that serve kids in need.

CLUBS AND ACTIVITIES: 

Attention all Japanese Club members who will be presenting next week at Timothy Edwards School: We have a mandatory meeting on WEDNESDAY, December 4th. It will be a dress rehearsal (bring your traditional Japanese clothing) and practice for the presentation. Mr. Mabasa will bring in homemade sushi seasoned rice, wrapped in seaweed, as well as Japanese snacks.

The Mu Alpha Theta will meet on Thursday, Dec 5th in the Auditorium, NOT the Annex Cafeteria. Please note the location change. We will see you in the Auditorium by 2:10pm.

The HOPE Club’s December meeting is TOMORROW after school, in Room 207. Come explore careers in healthcare and create medical inspired shrinky dink keychains or ornaments! We will also be sharing more information about our upcoming volunteer opportunities. All are welcome.  Join our Google Classroom with code eekakts for more information.

The Water Launch Club's first organizational meeting is on Thursday, December 12th right after school in Annex Room 35. Join our Google Classroom with code: nkglssx. We aim to provide clean and safe water across villages in Sub-Saharan Africa by working with and fundraising for The Water Project, a non-profit organization. We will be selecting leadership positions and deciding on our fundraisers for this year. 

December 3rd, 2024

SCHOOL NEWS:

Friday, December 6th is CT Children’s Medical Center Pajama Day for the KIDS! This year the SWHS Interact Club is challenging you and your homeroom to compete in our 2nd annual PJ Palooza! We ask students and teachers to donate at least one dollar and earn points for specific pj attire including pj pants, matching pj outfit, slippers, bathrobes, sleep stuffies, etc. Teachers, you can participate too! Bonus points will be awarded to homerooms with participating teachers. Points will also be awarded for specific monetary amounts that homerooms can collectively raise. Each grade level will have a winning homeroom with prizes including a student pizza party and duty coverage for the winning homeroom teacher by an SWHS admin! Please review PJ Palooza posters around the school for the official point breakdown. All funds raised go to CCMCs efforts to end childhood cancer.

The 9th Grade Class of 2028 is hosting a fundraiser at Subway in South Windsor on December 4th from 4-9pm.

CLUBS AND ACTIVITIES: 

The Mu Alpha Theta Honor Society will meet on Thursday, Dec 5th in the Auditorium, NOT the Annex Cafeteria. Please note the location change. We will see you in the Auditorium by 2:10pm.

Helping Hands Club is having a fundraiser at Sweet Frog in Manchester on Tuesday, December 3rd from 5-8pm. 

The HOPE Club will meet on Thursday 12/5 after school in Room 207. Come explore careers in healthcare and create medical inspired shrinky dink keychains or ornaments! We will also be sharing more information about our upcoming volunteer opportunities. Anyone is welcome to join! Join our Google Classroom with code eekakts for more information.

The HOPE club is welcoming a guest speaker on Wednesday, 12/11 after school in the Seminar Room. Come hear directly from a nurse practitioner with over 20 years experience to learn about this unique and rewarding career path. For more information, check out the HOPE club Google Classroom or the flyers posted around the school. 

The 3-D Printing Club is meeting on Tuesday, December 17th after school from 2:15 to 3:00 in the library. Join us to learn about 3D print design and printing. Join our Google Classroom with code: wxyyj4d. If you have any questions, reach out to Ms. Fielding in the Library, Ali Omer or Marissa Garvey.

ATHLETICS:

There will be a boys basketball informational meeting regarding tryouts on Tuesday, 12/3 at 2:15 pm in Room 102. Anyone interested in trying out for Varsity, JV or freshman boys basketball should plan on attending this meeting.

SCHOOL NEWS:

Attention Seniors: The FINAL sittings for senior portraits will be from December 2-6th, from 2-8pm in the back of the Media Center. Please check the school website under the Yearbook tab to sign up.

Holiday Shopping, Bobcat Edition! Enjoy free gift wrapping and 10% off online orders at the Bobcat Shop on Black Monday Dec. 2. Visit our catalog found on the school website to pick the perfect holiday gift!

The 9th Grade Class of 2028 is hosting a fundraiser at SUBWAY at 1006 Sullivan Avenue on December 4th from 4-7 PM. Please stop by and support the 9th Grade Class of 2028!

CLUBS AND ACTIVITIES: 

Attention hikers: permission slips and payment for the hike on December 8th are due tomorrow. See Ms. Andrews (room 264) or Mrs. Lynch (room 254) with any questions. 

ATHLETICS:

There will be a boys basketball informational meeting regarding tryouts on Tuesday 12/3 at 2:15 pm in Room 102. Anyone interested in trying out for Varsity, JV or freshman boys basketball should plan on attending this meeting.

SCHOOL NEWS:

Holiday Shopping, Bobcat Edition! Enjoy free gift wrapping and 10% off online orders at the Bobcat Shop on Black Monday Dec. 2. Visit our catalog found on the school website to pick the perfect holiday gift!

The 9th Grade Class of 2028 is hosting a fundraiser at SUBWAY at 1006 Sullivan Avenue on December 4th from 4-7 PM. Please stop by and support the 9th Grade Class of 2028!

SCHOOL NEWS:

Holiday Shopping, Bobcat Edition! Enjoy free gift wrapping and 10% off online orders at the Bobcat Shop on Black Monday Dec. 2. Visit our catalog found on the school website to pick the perfect holiday gift!

The 9th Grade Class of 2028 is hosting a fundraiser at SUBWAY at 1006 Sullivan Avenue on December 4th from 4-7 PM. Please stop by and support the 9th Grade Class of 2028!

CLUBS AND ACTIVITIES: 

Attention hikers, permission slips for the hike at Penwood Forest are due by Tuesday, December 3rd. See Ms. Andrews (room 264) or Mrs. Lynch (room 254) to pick up or drop off your permission slips.

The HOPE Club’s December meeting is Thursday 12/5 after school in Room 207. Come explore careers in healthcare and create medical inspired shrinky dink keychains or ornaments! We will also be sharing more information about our upcoming volunteer opportunities. Anyone is welcome to join! Join our Google Classroom with code eekakts for more information.

SCHOOL NEWS:

November is National Native American Heritage Month. Explore book displays in the library media center that recognize the culture, traditions, and achievement of Native Americans, Alaska Natives, Native Hawaiians, and affiliated Island communities. Use your library account and check out a book today!

Looking for help on your writing? Or a quiet place to write after school? Come visit the Writing Center! We're open Mondays, Wednesdays, and Thursdays from 2-3 pm in room 122B and room 125. You can get help from trained writing tutors or simply work on your writing. No appointment is needed, just drop in! For more information see Mrs. Howard or Mr. Hawie.

CLUBS AND ACTIVITIES: 

Come support the class of 2027 at Sweet Frog located at 1500 Pleasant Valley Road in Manchester from 5pm-8pm on 11/27. 

Attention Seniors: The FINAL sittings for senior portraits will be from December 2-6th, from 2-8pm in the back of the Media Center. Please check the school website under the Yearbook tab to sign up.

The HOPE Club’s December meeting is Thursday 12/5 after school in Room 207. Come explore careers in healthcare and create medical inspired shrinky dink keychains or ornaments! We will also be sharing more information about our upcoming volunteer opportunities. Anyone is welcome to join! Join our Google Classroom with code eekakts for more information.

COLLEGE AND CAREER CENTER:

South Windsor High School will administer the ASVAB CEP test on Wednesday, December 11th at 8:00am in the Seminar Room at SWHS. Whether you’re planning to go to college, a vocational school, or the Military, or you’re just not sure what you want to do yet, the ASVAB CEP can provide you with important information about your skills and interests -- and help get you on the right path toward a satisfying career. Due to the limited number of seats available, registration is first come, first serve. The test is open to all students in grades 10-12. If you would like to take the ASVAB CEP please email Mr. Briggs or stop by the School Counseling Office.

SCHOOL NEWS:

Student Council is having a meeting on THURSDAY, NOVEMBER 21st in the Seminar Room from 2:10-3 pm to make holiday spirit week posters for the upcoming holiday season! Come get a first look in the holiday spirit days and make festive posters to be hung up around the school! Returning & new members are always welcome! 

November is National Native American Heritage Month. Explore book displays in the library media center that recognize the culture, traditions, and achievement of Native Americans, Alaska Natives, Native Hawaiians, and affiliated Island communities. Use your library account and check out a book today

CLUBS AND ACTIVITIES: 

Come support the class of 2027 at Sweet Frog located at 1500 Pleasant Valley Road in Manchester from 5pm-8pm on 11/27. 

Attention Seniors: The FINAL sittings for senior portraits will be from December 2-6th, from 2-8pm in the back of the Media Center. Please check the school website under the Yearbook tab to sign up.

The HOPE Club’s December meeting is Thursday 12/5 after school in Room 207. Come explore careers in healthcare and create medical inspired shrinky dink keychains or ornaments! We will also be sharing more information about our upcoming volunteer opportunities. Anyone is welcome to join! Join our Google Classroom with code eekakts for more information.

COLLEGE AND CAREER CENTER:

South Windsor High School will administer the ASVAB CEP test on Wednesday, December 11th at 8:00am in the Seminar Room at SWHS. Whether you’re planning to go to college, a vocational school, or the Military, or you’re just not sure what you want to do yet, the ASVAB CEP can provide you with important information about your skills and interests -- and help get you on the right path toward a satisfying career. Due to the limited number of seats available, registration is first come, first serve. The test is open to all students in grades 10-12. If you would like to take the ASVAB CEP please email Mr. Briggs or stop by the School Counseling Office.