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September 10, 2021 

SCHOOL NEWS
New this year! Select your own locker! ALL students will be able to request a specific locker - granted on a first-come, first-serve basis. Once you find a locker that you would like to use, please click the link below to complete the request form and we will remove the bolt. As soon as the bolt is removed, you may begin using it, but must use a lock. Locker Request Form: https://forms.gle/DKWpFDabKDSCK1zK6
 
Students: A friendly reminder, be sure to purchase Chromebook insurance for the 2021-2022 school year. The cost is $26 and covers accidental damage. To join the insurance program, you may pay online through My School Bucks OR make out a check for $26 to SWPS and write the student ID number, grade and "Chromebook" on the memo line and drop it off to the Main Office. Insurance is due by Friday, September 17th.
 
The back-to-school yearbook sale is extended! Buy the 2022 SWHS Yearbook at just $55, its lowest cost of the year. In addition, you can get up to four free icons, and reduced-priced personalization! This sale will not last long. Order yours before Friday, September 17th, on the SWHS Website. 
 
For information about school events and deadlines be sure to follow us on Twitter: @SWHSBobcats
 
The Teen Center will be open for drop-in hours beginning on Monday, September 13th. Our hours will be Monday, Wednesday, and Thursday from 2:00-4:30pm, with late bus pick up at 4:00pm. We have a new look with extra activities and a lot of games, so come check it out! If you haven’t been here before, we are located at the Community Center across from the high school. Space is limited so please contact Danielle to reserve a spot.
 
If you’re interested in gaining leadership skills, building connections with others, and have a passion for participating in community service opportunities join our Youth Council volunteer group! We volunteer year-round in the South Windsor community doing fundraisers and donation drives, volunteering at the Farmer’s Market, assisting with Senior Center events, helping at the Mud Run, etc. It’s a great way to get involved, meet others and build resume experience. For more information please contact Danielle or join us on Friday, September 10th at 2:30 p.m. at the Teen Center.
 
CLUBS AND ACTIVITIES
The SADD Club is back! If you were in the club previously, you are a Junior or a Senior AND you are interested in applying for a leadership position, please come to a meeting at 7:00 a.m. on Tuesday, September 14th in the Seminar Room. This meeting is ONLY for those who are interested in holding some type of leadership position in the club this year. Please reach out to Mrs. Reed if you have any questions.
 
We are excited to announce that musical theatre is back! As you may notice from the flyers in the hallways, we are calling on actors, singers, dancers, instrumentalists, and even stage crew for Roald Dahl's Willy Wonka! Auditions are Tuesday, September 14th right after school in the auditorium. We have many parts to cast, including chocolate lover Augustus Gloop, spoiled rich girl Veruca Salt, Willy Wonka himself, and even oompa-loompas. All you have to do is prepare one 24-bar musical theatre solo to sing. Come on down to audition and bring a friend. Please see Mrs. Balducci in the main office to sign up. Don't miss this chance to perform right here at South Windsor High.
 
There will be a Bobcat Ambassadors Club meeting on Wednesday, September 15th right after school in the School Counseling Career Center. Any students interested in joining are encouraged to attend. Please see Ms. Brown-Quinn in the School Counseling Office with any questions.
 
Looking to be a pen pal and create a friendship with a student in Kenya? Are you interested in discussing women's rights issues and advocating for female empowerment? Then Unified for Underprivileged Girls is the club for you! Please come to the informational meeting on Wednesday, September 15th from 2:00 to 3:00 p.m. in room 102. Please contact Ms. Fox with any questions and we hope to see you there! 
 
It's time for the 9th Grade Class of 2025 elections! If you are interested in running for office, please fill out a Candidate Application Form. They can be found on the 9th Grade Class of 2025 Google Classroom. Positions available are President, Vice President, Treasurer, and Secretary. Speeches are due to Mrs. Barrett by Monday, September 27th. Any questions, please see Mrs. Barrett in room 122A. Elections will be on Tuesday, October 5th. Good luck to all who apply!  
 
COLLEGE AND CAREER CENTER
The Career Center is starting to get announcements of part-time job openings for students interested in working during the school year. For information on these opportunities, be sure to check out the big screen TV outside School Counseling, the bulletin board inside the Career Center and pay attention to the daily announcements. Current opportunities include Munson’s Chocolates, South Windsor Parks a & Rec’s 4th R program, and White Oaks Assisted Living
 
ATHLETICS
Did you miss spring tryouts for the South Windsor High School Cheerleading Team? It's not too late! Fall Tryouts for the 2021-2022 team will be held on Monday, September 13th, and Wednesday, September 15th from 4:00 to 6:30 p.m. in the wrestling room. You must attend both days. In order to try out, all online registration forms must be submitted to the main office, including an updated Physician's Statement dated after June 1st. For more information, see Coach Gionfriddo in room 213.
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