December 2021 - Posts
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Do you like to write? Have you written a poem, story, or essay you're proud of? Are you interested in finding out about opportunities to submit your writing to contests and magazines? The Poetry Club will hold an information session on upcoming contests and deadlines for writers after school this Wednesday, December 22nd in room 129. You don't have to be a poet! Join us to find out about opportunities to polish your writing and submit it for recognition. We hope to see you there!
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Please consider helping South Windsor Community and People Services by donating hygiene products, winter items and/or movies and games! Boxes are placed in the lobby, the cafe, both pendulum areas and the guidance hallway. Donations accepted through Thursday, December 23rd
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The Italian Club will meet on Monday, December 20th from 2:00 p.m. until the late bus in room 105. We'll be baking Italian treats like cookies, cream puffs, cannoli, and pizzelle. Space is limited so get $5 to Mrs. Zaccardelli in room 226 to reserve your spot.
Attention all writers! Our second official meeting of the Creative Writing Club will be on Monday, December 20th from 2:00-3:00 p.m. in Room 142! Join us for good laughs, good friends, and great writing inspiration! All are welcome - hope to see you then!
As the nation returns to holiday celebrations with family and friends this year, the American Red Cross faces historically low blood supply levels not seen in more than a decade. While people gather this holiday season, the Red Cross urges eligible donors to take time out to give blood or platelets for patients in need. The SWHS HOPE Club is proud to present our Winter Blood Drive here at the school on Saturday, January 8th from 8:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m. Please consider contributing to this great cause by signing up to donate at the link here: https://www.redcrossblood.org/give.html/drive-results?zipSponsor=swhs20, or by visiting RedCrossBlood.org and entering swhs20 to schedule an appointment. Your contribution will go a long way towards helping someone who is in need of a donation, so let's roll up our sleeves and donate today!
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SCHOOL NEWS
Please consider helping South Windsor Community and People Services by donating hygiene products, winter items and/or movies and games! Boxes are placed in the lobby, the cafe, both pendulum areas and the guidance hallway. Donations accepted through Thursday, December 23rd
CLUBS AND ACTIVITIES
The Environmental Club is collecting monetary donations to help purchase and plant trees in South Windsor. A donation of any amount will receive a unique holiday ornament made from recycled materials. You can make your donation and select an ornament during lunch waves through today.
The Italian Club will meet on Monday, December 20th from 2:00 p.m. until the late bus in room 105. We'll be baking Italian treats like cookies, cream puffs, cannoli, and pizzelle. Space is limited so get $5 to Mrs. Zaccardelli in room 226 to reserve your spot.
Attention all writers! Our second official meeting of the Creative Writing Club will be on Monday, December 20th from 2:00-3:00 p.m. in Room 142! Join us for good laughs, good friends, and great writing inspiration! All are welcome - hope to see you then!
As the nation returns to holiday celebrations with family and friends this year, the American Red Cross faces historically low blood supply levels not seen in more than a decade. While people gather this holiday season, the Red Cross urges eligible donors to take time out to give blood or platelets for patients in need. The SWHS HOPE Club is proud to present our Winter Blood Drive here at the school on Saturday, January 8th from 8:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m. Please consider contributing to this great cause by signing up to donate at the link here: https://www.redcrossblood.org/give.html/drive-results?zipSponsor=swhs20, or by visiting RedCrossBlood.org and entering swhs20 to schedule an appointment. Your contribution will go a long way towards helping someone who is in need of a donation, so let's roll up our sleeves and donate today!
COLLEGE AND CAREER CENTER
While scholarship season is still gearing up, some programs are available now. The Hartford Foundation for Public Giving scholarship program is underway. The deadline for its first major pool of scholarships is January 11th. There are additional scholarship opportunities with February deadlines. You can find a link to all HFPG scholarships in Naviance. The Big Y scholarship is also open to applicants until February 1st. These are both regional scholarship programs available to SWHS students. If you need help understanding how to find scholarships in Naviance, you may stop in and visit Mrs. Carty in the Career Center any time.
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CLUBS AND ACTIVITIES
Mind's Eye will have its next meeting/holiday party TODAY, Thursday, December 16th after school at 2:00 p.m. in room 129. New members are welcome. Hope to see you there!
Join us for the annual SAGA holiday party, TODAY, Thursday, December 16th at 2:00 p.m. in room 148. We'll have a smorgasbord of snacks (feel free to bring something to share!), play some games, and watch "The Happiest Season." All are welcome!
The Japanese Club is so proud of our students' incredible artistic work, which is visible in our display case. Our club will meet TODAY, Thursday, December 16th afterschool in room 230. We will learn about the unique connection between KFC and the Japanese version of a Christmas celebration, with KFC food. Also, we will continue to learn Japanese and watch anime. All are welcome.
Bobcat Foodies! Cooking Club meets TODAY in room 105 at 2:00 p.m. It's our Cookie Extravaganza and all recipes can be found on our Google Classroom. There are no more spots open for December but if you'd like to join us for February's session, bring $5 to Ms. Cliff or Sra. Ruiz.
FBLA will meet TODAY in room 122B today at 2:00 p.m. Hope to see you there!
The Environmental Club is collecting monetary donations to help purchase and plant trees in South Windsor. A donation of any amount will receive a unique holiday ornament made from recycled materials. You can make your donation and select an ornament during lunch waves through tomorrow, December 17th.
The Italian Club will meet on Monday, December 20th from 2:00 p.m. until the late bus in room 105. We'll be baking Italian treats like cookies, cream puffs, cannoli, and pizzelle. Space is limited so get $5 to Mrs. Zaccardelli in room 226 to reserve your spot.
Bonjour everyone, the first French club meeting is December 20th in Room 230 at 2:15 p.m. "Le Lynx" is a new French club open to all students who want to learn more about the Francophone cultures. The Google classroom code is: yuisrzt. Contact Mr. Ly if you have any questions.
The FCCLA Club will be selling original vinyl stickers during lunch waves for $4. Come support our club by ordering one during lunch. Samples will be available.
As the nation returns to holiday celebrations with family and friends this year, the American Red Cross faces historically low blood supply levels not seen in more than a decade. While people gather this holiday season, the Red Cross urges eligible donors to take time out to give blood or platelets for patients in need. The SWHS HOPE Club is proud to present our Winter Blood Drive here at the school on Saturday, January 8th from 8:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m. Please consider contributing to this great cause by signing up to donate at the link here: https://www.redcrossblood.org/give.html/drive-results?zipSponsor=swhs20, or by visiting RedCrossBlood.org and entering swhs20 to schedule an appointment. Your contribution will go a long way towards helping someone who is in need of a donation, so let's roll up our sleeves and donate today!
COLLEGE AND CAREER CENTER
There will be another college visit to the Career Center this week. A representative from Long Island University will be here at 12:30 on Friday, December 17th. Students who are interested in attending should sign up in Naviance.
While scholarship season is still gearing up, some programs are available now. The Hartford Foundation for Public Giving scholarship program is underway. The deadline for its first major pool of scholarships is January 11th. There are additional scholarship opportunities with February deadlines. You can find a link to all HFPG scholarships in Naviance. The Big Y scholarship is also open to applicants until February 1st. These are both regional scholarship programs available to SWHS students. If you need help understanding how to find scholarships in Naviance, you may stop in and visit Mrs. Carty in the Career Center any time.
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SCHOOL NEWS
Please consider helping South Windsor Community and People Services by donating hygiene products, winter items and/or movies and games! Boxes are placed in the lobby, the cafe, both pendulum areas and the guidance hallway. Donations accepted through Thursday, December 23rd
CLUBS AND ACTIVITIES
Mind's Eye will have its next meeting/holiday party this Thursday, December 16th after school at 2:00 p.m. in room 129. New members are welcome. Hope to see you there!
Join us for the annual SAGA holiday party, held in room 148 at 2:00 p.m. on Thursday, December 16th. We'll have a smorgasbord of snacks (feel free to bring something to share!), play some games, and watch "The Happiest Season." All are welcome!
The Japanese Club is so proud of our students' incredible artistic work, which is visible in our display case. Our club will meet Thursday, December 16th afterschool in room 230. We will learn about the unique connection between KFC and the Japanese version of a Christmas celebration, with KFC food. Also, we will continue to learn Japanese and watch anime. All are welcome.
Bobcat Foodies! Cooking Club meets Thursday in room 105 at 2:00 p.m. It's our Cookie Extravaganza and all recipes can be found on our Google Classroom. There are no more spots open for December but if you'd like to join us for February's session, bring $5 to Ms. Cliff or Sra. Ruiz.
The Italian Club will meet on Monday, December 20th from 2:00 p.m. until the late bus in room 105. We'll be baking Italian treats like cookies, cream puffs, cannoli, and pizzelle. Space is limited so get $5 to Mrs. Zaccardelli in room 226 to reserve your spot.
As the nation returns to holiday celebrations with family and friends this year, the American Red Cross faces historically low blood supply levels not seen in more than a decade. While people gather this holiday season, the Red Cross urges eligible donors to take time out to give blood or platelets for patients in need. The SWHS HOPE Club is proud to present our Winter Blood Drive here at the school on Saturday, January 8th from 8:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m. Please consider contributing to this great cause by signing up to donate at the link here: https://www.redcrossblood.org/give.html/drive-results?zipSponsor=swhs20, or by visiting RedCrossBlood.org and entering swhs20 to schedule an appointment. Your contribution will go a long way towards helping someone who is in need of a donation, so let's roll up our sleeves and donate today!
COLLEGE AND CAREER CENTER
There will be another college visit to the Career Center this week. A representative from Long Island University will be here at 12:30 on Friday, December 17th. Students who are interested in attending should sign up in Naviance.
While scholarship season is still gearing up, some programs are available now. The Hartford Foundation for Public Giving scholarship program is underway. The deadline for its first major pool of scholarships is January 11th. There are additional scholarship opportunities with February deadlines. You can find a link to all HFPG scholarships in Naviance. The Big Y scholarship is also open to applicants until February 1st. These are both regional scholarship programs available to SWHS students. If you need help understanding how to find scholarships in Naviance, you may stop in and visit Mrs. Carty in the Career Center any time.
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Bonjour everyone, the first French club meeting is December 20th in Room 230 at 2:15 p.m. "Le Lynx" is a new French club open to all students who want to learn more about the Francophone cultures. The Google classroom code is: yuisrzt. Contact Mr. Ly if you have any questions.
Interact has teamed up with the South Windsor Teen Center Youth Council to collect toys for children in town who are less fortunate. If you want to brighten the holiday for children in town, please bring a new, unwrapped toy to Mrs. Howard's room, 134. We are collecting toys until tomorrow, December 15th. Any questions, please see Mrs. Howard.
NHS will be holding their monthly meeting this Wednesday after school in the cafeteria. Please email Mrs. Farrell or the NHS officers if you are unable to attend.
Mind's Eye will have its next meeting/holiday party this Thursday, December 16th after school at 2:00 p.m. in room 129. New members are welcome. Hope to see you there!
As the nation returns to holiday celebrations with family and friends this year, the American Red Cross faces historically low blood supply levels not seen in more than a decade. While people gather this holiday season, the Red Cross urges eligible donors to take time out to give blood or platelets for patients in need. The SWHS HOPE Club is proud to present our Winter Blood Drive here at the school on Saturday, January 8th from 8:00 a.m.-1:00 p.m. Please consider contributing to this great cause by signing up to donate at the link here: https://www.redcrossblood.org/give.html/drive-results?zipSponsor=swhs20, or by visiting RedCrossBlood.org and entering swhs20 to schedule an appointment. Your contribution will go a long way towards helping someone who is in need of a donation, so let's roll up our sleeves and donate today!
COLLEGE AND CAREER CENTER
South Windsor High School will be administering the ASVAB CEP again this year. The test will be held tomorrow, Wednesday, December 15th at 7:30 a.m. in the Seminar Room. 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. The test is open to all students in grades 10-12. If you would like to take the ASVAB CEP, please email Mr. Briggs at [email protected] or stop by the School Counseling Office.
There will be another college visit to the Career Center this week. A representative from Long Island University will be here at 12:30 on Friday, December 17th. Students who are interested in attending should sign up in Naviance.
While scholarship season is still gearing up, some programs are available now. The Hartford Foundation for Public Giving scholarship program is underway. The deadline for its first major pool of scholarships is January 11th. There are additional scholarship opportunities with February deadlines. You can find a link to all HFPG scholarships in Naviance. The Big Y scholarship is also open to applicants until February 1st. These are both regional scholarship programs available to SWHS students. If you need help understanding how to find scholarships in Naviance, you may stop in and visit Mrs. Carty in the Career Center any time.
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SCHOOL NEWS
Please consider helping South Windsor Community and People Services this winter by donating hygiene products, winter items and/or movies and games! Boxes are placed in the lobby, the cafe, both pendulum areas and the guidance hallway. Donations accepted through December 23rd
CLUBS AND ACTIVITIES
The FCCLA Club will be selling original vinyl stickers during lunch waves for $4. Come support our club by ordering one during lunch. Samples will be available.
Interact has teamed up with the South Windsor Teen Center Youth Council to collect toys for children in town who are less fortunate. If you want to brighten the holiday for children in town, please bring a new, unwrapped toy to Mrs. Howard's room, 134. We are collecting toys until December 15th. Any questions, please see Mrs. Howard.
“At Home in this New Home” Club is holding a winter accessory drive to make this winter a warmer one for all the refugees getting used to Connecticut’s climate. Donate new gloves, scarves, hats and socks in the collection boxes through Wednesday, December 15th. Donation boxes are located in the main lobby, cafe, and in room 124
Do you want to protect the environment and buy some fun holiday crafts and decorations made from recycled materials? Stop by Mrs. Eitel’s room 206 before school or in the cafe to purchase an environmentally friendly craft for $3 and support the Environmental Club.
NHS will be holding our monthly meeting this Wednesday after school in the cafeteria. Please email Mrs. Farrell or the NHS officers if you are unable to attend.
Mind's Eye will have its next meeting/holiday party this Thursday, December 16th after school at 2:00 p.m. in room 129. New members are welcome. Hope to see you there!
The Italian Club will meet on Monday, December 20th from 2:00 until the late bus in room 105. We'll be baking Italian Treats like cookies, cream puffs, cannoli, and pizzelle. Space is limited so get $5 to Mrs. Zaccardelli in room 226 to reserve your spot.
COLLEGE AND CAREER CENTER
South Windsor High School will be administering the ASVAB CEP again this year. The test will be held on Wednesday, December 15th at 7:30 a.m. in the Seminar Room. 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. There are only a limited number of seats available, so seats will be 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 at [email protected] or stop by the School Counseling Office.
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For Computer Science Education week - Today we celebrate the life and achievements of Kimberly Bryant, founder of Black Girls Code, a nonprofit organization created in 2011 to teach programming to young girls of color. Kimberly was named a White House as a Champion of Change for her work in tech inclusion and for her focus on bridging the digital divide for girls of color and received an Ingenuity Award in Social Progress from the Smithsonian Institute. If you are interested in learning more about computer science, software development, or programming, see Mrs. Lang in room 9 any time!
Student Council is selling Snowflake Grams during lunch waves! Help spread holiday cheer and send a friend a nice message on a festive snowflake for $1.
Seniors: If you participated in the gift card fundraiser, your orders are in. Please see Mrs. McCool in the library TODAY to pick them up.
Seniors: The link to sign up for the December 13th Capstone presentation wave is located on the Capstone Experience webpage. Sign up now to present.
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Bonjour everyone, the date has changed for the first French club meeting to December 20th in Room 230 at 2:15 p.m. "Le Lynx" is a new French club open to all students who want to learn more about the Francophone cultures. The Google classroom code is: yuisrzt. Contact Mr. Ly if you have any questions.
The FCCLA Club will be selling original vinyl stickers during lunch waves for $4. Come support our club by ordering one during lunch. Samples will be available.
Teens against Poverty is hosting a clothing drive from through Friday, December 17th. Club members can drop off their old or new clothes to room 131.
Interact has teamed up with the South Windsor Teen Center Youth Council to collect toys for children in town who are less fortunate. If you want to brighten the holiday for children in town, please bring a new, unwrapped toy to Mrs. Howard's room, 134. We are collecting toys until December 15th. Any questions, please see Mrs. Howard.
“At Home in this New Home” Club is holding a winter accessory drive to make this winter a warmer one for all the refugees getting used to Connecticut’s climate. Donate new gloves, scarves, hats and socks in the collection boxes through Wednesday, December 15th. Donation boxes are located in the main lobby, cafe, and in room 124.
COLLEGE AND CAREER CENTER
AP students – have you paid for your AP exams yet? Many students still owe exam fees. If you are not sure whether you need to pay for one or more exam, stop into the Career Center and check with Mrs. Carty. Exams are $96 each and may be paid by a check made out to SWHS or online through www.myschoolbucks.com Payment plans can also be established to help break up the amount of fees into smaller payments.
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For Computer Science Education week - Today we celebrate the life and achievements of Margaret Hamilton, an American computer scientist, systems engineer, and business owner who was the director of the Software Engineering Division of the MIT Instrumentation laboratory, who developed the flight software for NASA's Apollo Program and moon landing. She is one of the people credited with coining the term "software engineering" and earned the Presidential Medal of Freedom in 2016. If you are interested in learning more about computer science, software development, or programming, see Mrs. Lang in room 9 any time!
Student Council is selling Snowflake Grams during lunch waves this week! Help spread holiday cheer and send a friend a nice message on a festive snowflake for $1.
Please consider helping South Windsor Community and People Services this winter by donating hygiene products, winter items and/or movies and games! Boxes are placed in the lobby, the cafe, both pendulum areas and the guidance hallway. Donations accepted through December 23rd.
The Sophomore Class of 2024 will be having a fundraiser at a local New Jersey Sandwich Shop at 1500A Pleasant Valley Road in Manchester between December 5th and December 11th. Use the coupons found on our social media/Instagram and the class will receive a donation for each coupon redeemed! Tonight, Thursday, December 9th from 5:00 - 9:00 p.m. there will be a Special Spirit Night with a raffle.
Seniors: If you participated in the gift card fundraiser, your orders are in. Please see Mrs. McCool in the library by Friday, December 10th to pick them up.
Seniors: The link to sign up for the December 13th Capstone presentation wave is located on the Capstone Experience webpage. Sign up now to present.
The 11th annual PJ Day is here! Wear your pajamas tomorrow, Friday, December 10th to support the children at the children's hospital who wear their PJs throughout their treatment. Please bring in a dollar or more which will be collected during the lunch waves, or donate through one of the QR codes on the posters throughout the school.
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The Science Fiction/Fantasy club will hold a meeting after school in room 127 TODAY, Thursday, December 9th to watch and discuss Guardians of the Galaxy. New and returning members are welcome.
The Poetry Club will meet TODAY, Thursday, December 9th after school in room 129. Join us to meet other poets, read and write poetry, and find out about upcoming creative writing contests and submission deadlines. Join our Google Classroom using the code xisxy4t.
There will be a full member meeting of the South Windsor for the Local Kids on TODAY, Thursday, December 9th after school in the cafe. There will be important info at this meeting so please make every effort to be there.
Hey Bobcat Foodies! Let's welcome the holiday season by baking cookies and drinking hot cocoa! The Cooking Club will be making a variety of delicious cookies on Thursday, December 16th after school in room 105. Bring $5 to Ms. Cliff in room 133 or Sra. Ruiz in room 233 to reserve your spot!
Bonjour everyone, the date has changed for the first French club meeting to December 20th in Room 230 at 2:15 p.m. "Le Lynx" is a new French club open to all students who want to learn more about the Francophone cultures. The Google classroom code is: yuisrzt. Contact Mr. Ly if you have any questions.
COLLEGE AND CAREER CENTER
AP students – have you paid for your AP exams yet? Many students still owe exam fees. If you are not sure whether you need to pay for one or more exam, stop into the Career Center and check with Mrs. Carty. Exams are $96 each and may be paid by a check made out to SWHS or online through www.myschoolbucks.com Payment plans can also be established to help break up the amount of fees into smaller payments.
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SCHOOL NEWS
The Sophomore Class of 2024 will be having a fundraiser at a local New Jersey Sandwich Shop at 1500A Pleasant Valley Road in Manchester between December 5th and December 11th. Use the coupons found on our social media/Instagram and the class will receive a donation for each coupon redeemed! On Thursday, December 9th from 5:00 - 9:00 PM there will be a SPECIAL SPIRIT NIGHT with a raffle.
Seniors, the link to sign up for the Dec. 13th Capstone presentation wave is located on the Capstone Experience webpage. Sign up now to present.
The 11th annual PJ Day is here! Wear your pajamas on Friday, December 10th to support the children at the children's hospital who wear their PJs throughout their treatment. Please bring in a dollar or more which will be collected during the lunch waves, or donate through one of the QR codes on the posters throughout the school.
For Computer Science Education week - Join us today in the Seminar room after school for a panel discussion of computer science with three professionals working in software development and cybersecurity. Hear from three inspiring people who work at Twitter, SalesForce, and XOR Security.
CLUBS AND ACTIVITIES
There will be a full member meeting of the South Windsor for the Local Kids on Thursday 12/9 after school in the cafe. There will be important info at this meeting so please make every effort to be there.
Hey Bobcat Foodies! Let's welcome the holiday season by baking cookies and drinking hot cocoa! The Cooking Club will be making a variety of delicious cookies on Thursday, December 16th after school in room 105. Bring $5 to Ms. Cliff in room 133 or Sra. Ruiz in room 233 to reserve your spot!
The FCCLA Club will be selling original vinyl stickers during lunch waves for $4. Come support our club by ordering one during lunch. Samples will be available.
Student Council will be selling Snowflake Grams during lunch waves this week! Help spread holiday cheer and send a friend a nice message on a festive snowflake for $1.
Bonjour everyone, This is an exciting announcement introducing the new French club "Le Lynx". It is open to all students who want to learn more about the Francophone cultures. The first meeting is on December 13th in Room 230 at 2:15 P.M. The Google classroom code is : yuisrzt Contact Mr. Ly if you have any questions.
The Science Fiction/Fantasy club will hold its next meeting after school in room 127 on Thursday, 12/6 to watch and discuss Guardians of the Galaxy. New and returning members are welcome
Teens against Poverty is hosting a clothing drive from through Friday, December 17th. Club members can drop off their old or new clothes to room 131.
The Poetry Club will meet on Thursday, December 9th after school in room 129. Join us to meet other poets, read and write poetry, and find out about upcoming creative writing contests and submission deadlines. Join our Google Classroom using the code xisxy4t.
Interact has teamed up with the South Windsor Teen Center Youth Council to collect toys for children in town who are less fortunate. If you want to brighten the holiday for children in town, please bring a new, unwrapped toy to Mrs. Howard's room, 134. We are collecting toys until December 15th. Any questions, please see Mrs. Howard.
“At Home in this New Home” Club is holding a winter accessory drive to make this winter a warmer one for all the refugees getting used to Connecticut’s climate. Donate new gloves, scarves, hats and socks in the collection boxes through Wednesday, December 15th. Donation boxes are located in the main lobby, cafe, and in room 124.
COLLEGE AND CAREER CENTER
The Big Y scholarship application is now open to graduating seniors who reside in New England. Over 300 scholarships are part of this program available to employees and customers of Big Y. You can find the link for the application portal in Naviance or go to www.bigy.com/Community/Scholarships
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