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April 28, 2023 
SCHOOL NEWS:

Tree planting opportunity for Arbor Day, today after school around 2:20 ish p.m.at the South Windsor Rye Street Park. We will be planting three large trees and looking for two more additional volunteers. Light refreshments will be provided. Please bring your own water bottle. This is also an educational activity partnering with SW Parks & Rec. Interested students please reach out ASAP to Ms. Ramachandran at [email protected]. Thank you!
 
Attention Seniors: Celebrate your big plans after high school graduation by participating in the College Gear/Future Plans Spirit Day on Monday, May 1st. Rep some gear to show us where you are going next year or wear anything related to celebrating your future plans. We can’t wait to celebrate alongside you.

COLLEGE AND CAREER CENTER:

Seniors should take note of 2 scholarships awarded ONLY to SWHS students. Both are due very soon. The Marcella Masinda Scholarship is awarded to a student who has demonstrated efforts to improve our society through participation in civic and social activities, and has a strong moral character. The application is due next Monday, May 1st. The William Perry Scholarship is awarded to students who have exhibited outstanding leadership in multiple arenas, while maintaining a rigorous course load, and strong academic performance. This application is due next Wednesday, May 3rd. Details for both scholarships can be found in Naviance. Search the database for the scholarship name for quick access.
 
Harvard Student Agencies and Learn with Leaders have teamed up to provide spring and summer enrichment programs for students looking to explore careers and leadership skills. Visit www.learnwithleaders.com and under the “Our Offerings” tab choose Certificate Programs to learn more about opportunities such as Future Doctors, Future Lawyers, Future Entrepreneurs and more.

The part-time jobs board in the Career Center is overflowing with opportunities. Brand new to the board are positions at iCode Manchester – a STEAM education center. They are looking for Lab Mentors and Part-Time Instructors depending on age and experience. All jobs are for students who are 16 and over. Stop into the Career Center to see the flyers and scan the QR code to access application information. There are plenty of other jobs available to consider as well– restaurants, daycares and camps, and more!

ATHLETICS:  

Girls Track and Field competed against Tolland this week. First place finishes were had by Serena Thaker in the 400, Valerie Turgeon in pole vault, Mallory Mead in high jump and javelin, Grace Smith in the 3200, Sophia McCormack in discus and the 4X100 team of Susan Otaluka, Sidney Montana, Jaya Pichay, and Serena Thaker.
Posted by lramach On 27 April, 2023 at 4:02 PM  

 
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