SCHOOL NEWS:
Students and staff- please remember that Wednesday, February 12th, we will follow an ODD-day schedule and Thursday February 13th we will follow an EVEN-day schedule.
The annual South Windsor Patriotic Commission Essay contest is underway. For students in grades 9 – 12 the theme is “What it means to be an American.” Completed essays should be 500 words or less and submitted by Friday, March 7th. All submissions should be made on the South Windsor Patriotic Commission’s website—please visit the site for more details.
Your opportunity to audition for the award-winning show choir Choral Spectrum is here! Auditions will take place on February 20th at 6 PM in the Auditorium. To audition, you need to attend the in-person audition and also complete an online vocal audition—both are required. All audition materials and details can be accessed using class code: qeotvrl. Choral Spectrum is an honors-level class that counts toward your arts credit for graduation while giving you the opportunity to perform at an elite level. For more information, see Mr. Martineau in the Music Department.
Choral Spectrum competed in their first competition of the season at the New England Show Choir Spectacular Tantasqua Regional High School. The group was awarded a gold medal and placed third overall. Congratulations to everyone involved on a great start of the season!
CLUBS AND ACTIVITIES:
FBLA is hosting a Valentine-Gram fundraiser from February 1st through the 12th. Support FBLA and share the love and lead with the heart.
Science National Honor Society is hosting a Ben and Jerry’s fundraiser on February 12th from 4pm-9pm.
The HOPE club is hosting a guest speaker on Thursday, February 20th after school in the seminar room. Join us to hear from a neuroradiologist about why you should consider this competitive field, and what you can do to prepare for college, grad school, and beyond. Feel free to bring any questions you might have for a medical professional. For more information, see the HOPE club google classroom or the flyers posted around the school."
The Italian Club will meet this Thursday, February 13th, right after school until the late bus in Annex Room 35. We will decorate Carnevale masks and have snacks. Please sign up with Mrs. Zaccardelli so that she can order enough materials for the activity.
ATHLETICS:
Any girls interested in trying out for the Girls Outdoor Track and Field team should attend an informational meeting after school in the Seminar Room on Wednesday, February 12th. Any questions can be directed to Coach McCullough in Room 127.
Attention all current and prospective softball players! There will be an after-school meeting with our new coach, Emma Sands, on Thursday February 13th at 2:30 pm in the Career Center. See Mr. Wry for more information.
Attention all boys interested in trying out for the tennis team! There will be an important meeting in Coach Tyler’s room—Room 200—on Wednesday, February 26th. Come learn about tryouts, the season schedule, and what it takes to be part of the team. Don’t miss this opportunity!