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SCHOOL NEWS:
 
They're creepy and they’re kooky, mysterious and spooky, and they are coming to the South Windsor High School Musical! The Spring Musical auditions for The Addams Family will take place after winter break.  There will be a meeting in the Seminar Room at 2:15 p.m. on Wednesday, January 4th for all interested students. Please contact Mr. Zeuschner with any questions.

Attention Seniors: Students who do not present their Capstone in January may have their schedules changed to include a structured Study Hall to provide time to work on their projects. Structured study halls may be scheduled during any of your study hall periods including late arrival or early release periods. We encourage all students to present in January so they are not in danger of losing these senior privileges!  The January presentation waves will take place during the week of midterms. Sign ups to present in January will be located on the Capstone Website. Please see your adviser with any questions.

CLUBS AND ACTIVITIES:
 
The Teen Center will host a painting workshop during winter break. On Tuesday, December 27th from 10a.m.-12 p.m. you can join us to paint a winter northern lights theme. Register on Eventbrite with the link : https://www.eventbrite.com/e/465242261127  or scan the QR code on the Activities bulletin board flier.

Posted by lramach  On Dec 22, 2022 at 2:09 PM
  
SCHOOL NEWS:
 
They're creepy and they’re kooky, mysterious and spooky, and they are coming to the South Windsor High School Musical! The Spring Musical auditions for The Addams Family will take place after winter break.  There will be a meeting in the Seminar Room at 2:15 p.m. on Wednesday, January 4th for all interested students.  Please contact Mr. Zeuschner with any questions.
 
It’s Holiday Spirit Week!
Friday - Holiday Pajama Day
 
Looking for last minute gifts? The Bobcat Shop’s got you! We have hoodies, tees, long sleeve tees, hats, and even flannel pants! Come during period 5 lunch and get your loved one some Bobcat swag!

Attention Seniors: Students who do not present their Capstone in January may have their schedules changed to include a structured study hall to provide time to work on their projects. Structured study halls may be scheduled during any of your study hall periods including late arrival or early release periods. We encourage all students to present in January so they are not in danger of losing these senior privileges!  The January presentation waves will take place during the week of midterms. Sign ups to present in January will be located on the Capstone Website.  Please see your adviser with any questions.
  
CLUBS AND ACTIVITIES:

Mrs. Barrett's Marketing classes and DECA are collecting money for the Muscular Dystrophy Association now through December 23rd. They are selling cards for $1 or $5. If you would like to donate, see any of the Marketing students or see Mrs. Barrett in Room 122A. Your name will be put on a card and hung outside of Room 122A.

Posted by lramach  On Dec 21, 2022 at 2:11 PM
  
SCHOOL NEWS:
 
The Bobcat Shop has affordable stocking stuffers for your Bobcat Family Lanyards, stainless steel water bottles, beanie hats, rubber wallets, pencils and even stylus pens. Come to the school store during period 5 lunch waves to get your stocking stuffer right in time for the holidays! 
 
SWFLC’s Annual Volleyball Marathon is on January 20th.  Sign up forms are available this week during lunch waves and on our Google Classroom. Money and sign up forms must be submitted during lunch waves by December 21.
 
Snowflakegrams will be sold during lunch waves this Monday thru Wednesday! For $1, you can send a nice message to a friend with a sweet treat, and the Student Council will deliver it for you. Hodgeclaus & Carlson the Elf will be taking photos during lunch waves next Thursday. Photos cost $1, all proceeds go to the Jimmy V Cancer Research Foundation!
 
They're creepy and they’re kooky, mysterious and spooky, and they are coming to the South Windsor High School Musical! The Spring Musical auditions for The Addams Family will take place after vacation. There will be a meeting in the Seminar Room at 2:15pm on Wednesday, January 4th for all interested students.  Please contact Mr. Zeuschner with any questions.
 
It’s Holiday Spirit Week!                                                                                                                                            Thursday - Holiday Head to Toe (hats & socks!)                                                                                                
Friday - Holiday Pajama Day
 
Looking for last minute gifts? The Bobcat Shop’s got you! We have hoodies, tees, long sleeve tees, hats, and even flannel pants! Come during period 5 lunch and get your loved one some Bobcat swag!
 
The Teen Center will host a painting workshop during winter break. On Tuesday, December 27th from 10 a.m. to 12 p.m., you can join us to paint a winter northern lights theme. Register on Eventbrite with the link : https://www.eventbrite.com/e/465242261127  or scan the QR code on the Activities bulletin board flier.

Attention Seniors: Students who do not present their Capstone in January may have their schedules changed to include a structured study hall to provide time to work on their projects. Structured study halls may be scheduled during any of your study hall periods including late arrival or early release periods. We encourage all students to present in January so they are not in danger of losing these Senior privileges!  The January presentation waves will take place during the week of midterms. Sign ups to present in January will be located on the Capstone Website.  Please see your adviser with any questions.
 
CLUBS AND ACTIVITIES:
 
Mrs. Barrett's Marketing classes and DECA are collecting money for the Muscular Dystrophy Association now through December 23rd. They are selling cards for $1 or $5. If you would like to donate, see any of the Marketing students or see Mrs. Barrett in Room 122A. Your name will be put on a card and hung outside of Room 122A.
 
KFCとクリスマス日本の連絡って??次の木曜日12月22日、教室番ご230に日本の変なクリスマスお祭りに学びましょう。
Did you know that in Japan, Christmas is celebrated with a KFC meal? Thursday, December 22nd, meet us in Room 230 to learn about this unique tradition. We will also make Japanese holiday ornaments, learn Japanese and watch anime.
 
Mind's Eye is hosting a Coffee House on Wednesday, December 21st, in the School Library from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. We will have an open mic for anyone who wants to share or listen to music, writing, and art! All are welcome.
 
Calling all current Freshmen, Sophomores and Juniors interested in visiting France and Spain! The Travel Club will be holding an informational session on Thursday, January 12th at 6:00 p.m. in the SWHS Cafeteria. This trip will be during April break of 2024.  Please see Sra. Ruiz in Room 233 with questions.
 
Posted by lramach  On Dec 20, 2022 at 2:15 PM
  
SCHOOL NEWS:

It’s Holiday Spirit Week!  
Wednesday - Comfy Groutfit Day
Thursday - Holiday Head to Toe (hats & socks!) 
Friday - Holiday Pajama Day 

Snowflakegrams will be sold during lunch waves this Monday thru Wednesday! For $1, you can send a nice message to a friend with a sweet treat, and the Student Council will deliver it for you. Hodge Claus & Carlson the Elf will be taking photos during lunch waves next Thursday. Photos cost $1, all proceeds go to the Jimmy V Cancer Research Foundation!
 
They're creepy and they’re kooky, mysterious and spooky, and they are coming to the South Windsor High School Musical! The Spring Musical auditions for The Addams Family will take place after vacation. There will be a meeting in the Seminar Room at 2:15 p.m. on Wednesday, January 4th for all interested students. Please contact Mr. Zeuschner with any questions.
 
Looking for last minute gifts? The Bobcat Shop’s got you! We have hoodies, tees, long sleeve tees, hats, and even flannel pants! Come during period 5 lunch and get your loved one some bobcat swag!

The Teen Center will host a painting workshop during winter break. On Tuesday, December 27th from 10 a.m. to 12 p.m., you can join us to paint a winter northern lights theme. Register on Eventbrite with the link : https://www.eventbrite.com/e/465242261127  or scan the QR code on the Activities bulletin board flier.
  
CLUBS AND ACTIVITIES:
 
KFCとクリスマス日本の連絡って??次の木曜日12月22日、教室番ご230に日本の変なクリスマスお祭りに学びましょう。
Did you know that in Japan, Christmas is celebrated with a KFC meal? Thursday, December 22nd, meet us in Room 230 to learn about this unique tradition. We will also make Japanese holiday ornaments, learn Japanese and watch anime.
 
Mind's Eye is hosting a Coffee House on Wednesday, December 21st, in the School Library from 6-8pm. We will have an open mic for anyone who wants to share or listen to music, writing, and art! All are welcome.
 
Calling all current Freshmen, Sophomores and Juniors interested in visiting France and Spain!  The Travel Club will be holding an informational session on Thursday, January 12th at 6:00 p.m. in the SWHS Cafeteria.  This trip will be during April break of 2024.  Please see Sra. Ruiz in Room 233 with questions.


Posted by lramach  On Dec 19, 2022 at 2:10 PM
  
SCHOOL NEWS:

It’s Holiday Spirit Week!   
Monday - Holiday Colors 
Tuesday - Ugly Sweater Day
Wednesday - Comfy Groutfit Day 
Thursday - Holiday Head to Toe (hats & socks!) 
Friday - Holiday Pajama Day                                                                                                                                                                  
Snowflakegrams will be sold during lunch waves this Monday thru Wednesday! For $1, you can send a nice message to a friend with a sweet treat, and the Student Council will deliver it for you. Hodgeclaus & Carlson the Elf will be taking photos during lunch waves next Thursday. Photos cost $1, all proceeds go to the Jimmy V Cancer Research Foundation!

The Bobcat Shop has affordable stocking stuffers for your Bobcat Family Lanyards, stainless steel water bottles, beanie hats, rubber wallets, pencils and even stylus pens. Come to the school store during period 5 lunch waves to get your stocking stuffer right in time for the holidays! 

The last chance for Seniors to get photographed is December 19th. This will be the final chance for Seniors to be photographed at the South Windsor High School location before it moves to Cheshire. If you’re a Senior who hasn’t been photographed, please make an effort to do so on this date. Legacy will be in the Library throughout the school day, so sign up on our link to secure your spot. The link can be found on the South Windsor High School webpage under the “For Students” tab, then click on the Yearbook section.

CLUBS AND ACTIVITIES:
                                                                                                                                      KFCとクリスマス日本の連絡って??次の木曜日12月22日、教室番ご230に日本の変なクリスマスお祭りに学びましょう。
Did you know that in Japan, Christmas is celebrated with a KFC meal? Thursday, December 22nd, meet us in Room 230 to learn about this unique tradition. We will also make Japanese holiday ornaments, learn Japanese and watch anime.

Mrs. Barrett's Marketing classes and DECA are collecting money for the Muscular Dystrophy Association now through December 23rd. They are selling cards for $1 or $5. If you would like to donate, see any of the Marketing students or see Mrs. Barrett in Room 122A. Your name will be put on a card and hung outside of Room 122A.

Mind's Eye is hosting a Coffee House on Wednesday, December 21st, in the School Library from 6-8pm. We will have an open mic for anyone who wants to share or listen to music, writing, and art! All are welcome.

Calling all current Freshmen, Sophomores and Juniors interested in visiting France and Spain! The Travel Club will be holding an informational session on Thursday, January 12th at 6:00 p.m. in the SWHS Cafeteria. This trip will be during April break of 2024.  Please see Sra. Ruiz in Room 233 with questions.

COLLEGE AND CAREER CENTER: 

College Planning Partnerships will offer an SAT Prep course for High School Juniors starting in January. The course will be taught via an on-line platform on either a Monday/Wednesday or Tuesday/Thursday schedule from mid-January until mid-March. There are both afternoon and evening sessions available. The discounted cost of the course is $499 using code SWHS2023.

ATHLETICS: 
  
SWFLC’s Annual Volleyball Marathon is on January 20th.  Sign up forms are available this week during lunch waves and on our Google Classroom. Money and sign up forms must be submitted during lunch waves by December 21.

Posted by lramach  On Dec 16, 2022 at 4:20 PM
  
SCHOOL NEWS:

To all Spanish AP, 5 and 4 students:
We have a field trip scheduled for May 18th to NYC to watch a Spanish play titled La Gringa, Central Park and to the MET museum.  Please join Google Classroom with code euuxv3m for more information.  The cost of $100 includes transportation, play, and museum. It does not include money for food. A deposit of 50% is needed by December 16, second payment by January 20.  See Señora Serrano or Señorita Tobon.
 
The Bobcat Shop has affordable stocking stuffers for your Bobcat Family! Lanyards, stainless steel water bottles, beanie hats, rubber wallets, pencils and even stylus pens! Come to the school store during period 5 lunch waves to get your stocking stuffer right in time for the holidays! 
 
The last chance for Seniors to get photographed is December 19th.  This will be the final chance for Seniors to be photographed at the South Windsor High School destination before it moves to Cheshire. If you’re a Senior who hasn’t been photographed please make an effort to be photographed on this date. Legacy will be in the Library all throughout the school day so sign up on our link to secure your spot. The link can be found on the South Windsor High School webpage under the “For Students” tab, then click on the Yearbook section.
 
CLUBS AND ACTIVITIES:
 
Interested in STEM? The Medical and Scientific Research Club may be right for you! Gain knowledge on a niche topic in medicine or Science, improve your scientific writing skills, and get accepted for publication! Our experienced mentors will guide you along the journey of writing either original research or a literary review to get accepted for publication. 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 in-person meeting is on Monday, December 19th after school from 2 p.m. to 2:30 p.m. in Room 209. Please come prepared with a research topic or a job shadowing interest and an idea on how to pursue it. If you plan to write a research paper and are able to start drafting it, that is great. If you are already in the works of writing a research paper, please feel free to stop by and workshop your writing.  
                                                           
Mind's Eye is hosting a Coffee House next Wednesday December 21st in the school library from 6p.m. to 8 p.m. We will have an open mic for anyone who wants to share or listen to music, writing, and art! All are welcome.
 
Calling all travelers of current Freshmen, Sophomores and Juniors interested in visiting France and Spain!  The Travel Club will be holding an informational session on Thursday, January 12th at 6:00 p.m. in the SWHS Cafeteria.  This trip will be during April break of 2024.  Please see Sra. Ruiz in Room 233 if you have any questions.
 
COLLEGE AND CAREER CENTER: 

College Planning Partnerships will offer an SAT Prep course for High School Juniors starting in January. The course will be taught via an on-line platform on either a Monday/Wednesday or Tuesday/Thursday schedule from mid-January until mid-March. There are both afternoon and evening sessions available. The discounted cost of the course is $499 using code SWHS2023. For more details, checkout our website - Homepage.

ATHLETICS:    

SWFLC’s Annual Volleyball Marathon is on January 20th.  Sign up forms are available during lunch waves and on our Google Classroom. Money and sign up forms must be submitted during lunch waves by December 21.


Posted by lramach  On Dec 15, 2022 at 3:28 PM
  
SCHOOL NEWS:

To all Spanish AP, 5 and 4 students:
We have a field trip scheduled for May 18th to NYC to watch a Spanish play titled La Gringa, Central Park and to the MET museum.  Please join Google Classroom with code euuxv3m for more information.  The cost of $100 includes transportation, play, and museum. It does not include money for food. A deposit of 50% is needed by December 16, second payment by January 20.  See Señora Serrano or Señorita Tobon
 
CLUBS AND ACTIVITIES:
 
Interested in STEM? The Medical and Scientific Research Club may be right for you! Gain knowledge on a niche topic in medicine or science, improve your scientific writing skills, and get accepted for publication! Our experienced mentors will guide you along the journey of writing either original research or a literary review to get accepted for publication. 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 in-person meeting is on Monday, December 19th after school from 2 p.m. to 2:30 p.m. in Room 209. Please come prepared with a research topic or a job shadowing interest and an idea on how to pursue it. If you plan to write a research paper and are able to start drafting it, that is great. If you are already in the works of writing a research paper, please feel free to stop by and workshop your writing.  
                                                           
Mind's Eye is hosting a Coffee House next Wednesday December 21st in the school library from 6 p.m.to 8 p.m. We will have an open mic for anyone who wants to share or listen to music, writing, and art! All are welcome.
 
COLLEGE AND CAREER CENTER: 

College Planning Partnerships will offer an SAT Prep course for High School Juniors starting in January. The course will be taught via an on-line platform on either a Monday/Wednesday or Tuesday/Thursday schedule from mid-January until mid-March. There are both afternoon and evening sessions available. The discounted cost of the course is $499 using code SWHS2023. For more details, check our website Homepage.

Posted by lramach  On Dec 14, 2022 at 2:17 PM
  
SCHOOL NEWS:

To all Spanish AP, 5 and 4 students:
We have a field trip scheduled for May 18th to NYC to watch a Spanish play titled La Gringa, Central Park and to the MET museum. Please join Google Classroom with code euuxv3m for more information. The cost of $100 includes transportation, play, and museum. It does not include money for food. A deposit of 50% is needed by December 16, second payment by January 20. See Señora Serrano or Señorita Tobon
                                                                                                           
The SWHS Bobcat Shop brings you the Holiday Sale! Get your SW Hoodie for $25! Come to the school store in the back of the cafe during period 5 lunch waves! This discount is applicable to the SW Hoodie only, while supplies last!
 
CLUBS AND ACTIVITIES:
 
Interested in STEM? The Medical and Scientific Research Club may be right for you! Gain knowledge on a niche topic in medicine or science, improve your scientific writing skills, and get accepted for publication! Our experienced mentors will guide you along the journey of writing either original research or a literary review to get accepted for publication. 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 in-person meeting is on Monday, December 19th after school from 2 p.m. to 2:30 p.m. in Room 209. Please come prepared with a research topic or a job shadowing interest and an idea on how to pursue it. If you plan to write a research paper and are able to start drafting it, that is great. If you are already in the works of writing a research paper, please feel free to stop by and workshop your writing.  
                                                           
The long-awaited first meeting of the Art Club will be this Wednesday, December 14th after school in Room 7 until 3:00 p.m. We will spend time working on projects and getting to know each other! The Google Classroom code for Art Club is hshluc4. 
 
The Strategy Club will meet this week on Wednesday after school in the Media Center Classroom, this is a change from our usual meeting location.
 
COLLEGE AND CAREER CENTER: 

College Planning Partnerships will offer an SAT Prep course for High School Juniors starting in January. The course will be taught via an on-line platform on either a Monday/Wednesday or Tuesday/Thursday schedule from mid-January until mid-March. There are both afternoon and evening sessions available. The discounted cost of the course is $499 using code SWHS2023.
Posted by lramach  On Dec 13, 2022 at 2:07 PM
  

CLUBS AND ACTIVITIES:

SWFLC’s annual volleyball marathon is on January 20th.  Sign up forms are available this week during lunch waves and on our Google Classroom. Money and sign up forms must be submitted during lunch waves by December 21.
                                                                                             
Calling all writers: Mind's Eye is still accepting submissions for its poetry contest. Your poem can be about anything and the selected poet will win a prize and be featured in this year's magazine. You may submit to your English teacher, a member of Mind's Eye, or Ms. Flachsbart in Room 129.

The Teen Center Youth Council volunteer group is hosting a Holiday Toy Drive to support those in need this holiday season. Please consider donating an unwrapped toy to support a neighbor in need, Monday, December 12th through Thursday, December 15th between 4-6pm at the Community Center. 
 
The long-awaited first meeting of the Art Club will be this Wednesday, December 14th after school in Room 7 until 3:00 p.m. We will spend time working on projects and getting to know each other! The Google Classroom code for Art Club is hshluc4. 
 
The Strategy Club will meet this week on Wednesday after school in the Media Center Classroom, this is a change from our usual meeting location.
 
COLLEGE AND CAREER CENTER: 

Attention 11th grade male students who are interested in a last minute opportunity to apply to the United States Senate Page Program for Spring 2023! The School Counseling office has just received notice of a last-minute opportunity for one 11th grade male student to be selected to serve as a page to Senator Chris Murphy from mid-January to mid-June in Washington, DC. Interested candidates MUST apply by Friday, December 16th by 8 pm, but earlier application is strongly encouraged. Candidates must be 16 or 17 years of age during their time as a page, be a United States citizen and have a minimum GPA of 3.0. For information on other criteria, and to learn more about the program and how to apply to it, please see Mrs. Carty in the Career Center as soon as possible. 

College Planning Partnerships will offer an SAT Prep course for High School Juniors starting in January. The course will be taught via an on-line platform on either a Monday/Wednesday or Tuesday/Thursday schedule from mid-January until mid-March. There are both afternoon and evening sessions available. The discounted cost of the course is $499 using code SWHS2023.

Posted by lramach  On Dec 12, 2022 at 3:13 PM
  
SCHOOL NEWS:

We will be holding the final meeting for the Quebec Trip on Tuesday, December 13. It will begin at 6 p.m. in the HS Media Center. We will be talking about the trip checklist, complete forms that need to be filled out and what to bring.  If you have any questions please email me at [email protected]

To all Spanish AP, 5 and 4 students:
We have a field trip scheduled for May 18th to NYC to watch a Spanish play titled La Gringa, Central Park and to the MET museum.  Please join Google Classroom with code euuxv3m for more information.  The cost of $100 includes transportation, play, and museum. It does not include money for food. A deposit of 50% is needed by December 16th, second payment by January 20th.  See Señora Serrano or Señorita Tobon

CLUBS AND ACTIVITIES:
                                                                                                      
Calling all writers! Mind's Eye is still accepting submissions for its poetry contest! Your poem can be about anything and the selected poet will win a prize and be featured in this year's magazine! You may submit to your English teacher, a member of Mind's Eye, or Ms. Flachsbart in Room 129.
                                                                                                               
The Teen Center Youth Council volunteer group is hosting a Holiday Toy Drive to support those in need this holiday season. Please consider donating an unwrapped toy to support a neighbor in need, Monday, December 12th through Thursday, December 15th between 4 p.m. to 6 p.m. at the Community Center. 

Posted by lramach  On Dec 09, 2022 at 2:02 PM
  
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