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Only two cold cases exist in the town of South Windsor, CT. Both dating back to the late 80s and early 90s.

Cold Cases of South Windsor

Ava Nicole Shasha, Editor May 4, 2023

Cold Case #1 June 10th of 1990, while fishermen were walking down a utility passageway underneath high tension wires off of Pierce Road in South Windsor, they came across a horrifying sight: a dead female who was stabbed and wrapped in a shower curtain. That female was 19 year old Diedra Dancy, and...

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Coach Ed Duclos Jr.(right) with his father and mentor in 2015.

Coach Duclos: Empowering Young Women For Decades

Olivia Liegl, Staff Writer May 2, 2023

The lacrosse programs in South Windsor are known for being some of the best in the county. Their fun and effective nature is something that has drawn many players toward the sport. However, this positive atmosphere would be nothing without its cultivation by head lacrosse coach Ed Duclos.  Coaching...

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Dr. Raymond Macarthy helping a student with their woodworking project using a rough draft sketch.

Dr. Raymond McCarthy: A Legend Retires

Anthony Sosa, Staff Writer May 2, 2023

Dr. Raymond McCarthy is unfortunately leaving South Windsor High School this year and continuing on with his life outside of school. He will be missed because he is undoubtedly the best woodworking teacher and educator South Windsor High School has ever seen.  Dr. Mac has been teaching for a fulfilling...

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The 45th Annual Student Art Exhibit was held at The South Windsor Public Library on April 27th.

Student Art Showcase

Eliza Blanchfield, Editor May 1, 2023

Thursday, April 27th, marked South Windsor’s 45th Annual Student Art Exhibit. Each year, art teachers in the South Windsor school district enjoy the privilege of submitting outstanding student artwork to be displayed for the public eye. Students from kindergarten through twelfth grade had the opportunity...

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April 22nd, is Earth Day. This nationally recognized day holds its origins in 1969 after a catastrophic oil spill called attention to the destruction of the environment.

Earth Day’s Origins

Elizabeth Sinclair, Editor April 27, 2023

Earth Day, celebrated every year on April 22, is a day reserved for empowering action in order to ensure the health and sustainability of the planet. There is a need for awareness by both humans and corporations who continuously contribute to the pollution of the planet through the constant burning of...

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Mrs. McMahon, Mrs. Zaino, Mrs. Balducci, Mrs. Hanchuck, and Mrs. Iacovelli are the incredible administrative assistant team at SWAHS.

Administrative Assistant Appreciation Day

Eshal Irfan, Staff Writer April 27, 2023

On Wednesday, April 26, 2023, South Windsor High School celebrated Administrative Assistant Appreciation Day in a big way. Here at SWHS, we have eight administrative assistants in total those of who Ms. Balducci, Ms. Schworm, Ms. Zaino, Ms. Hancock, Ms. McMahon, Ms. Wziontko, Ms. Iacoveli, and Ms. McLaughlin. ...

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South Windsor High Schools graduation will be held this year at Dunkin Donuts Park in Hartford on Thursday, June 15th at 4pm.

Graduation Update

Reagan Heafey-De Angelis, Staff Writer April 24, 2023

The day seniors have been waiting for since the beginning of the year is just around the corner: graduation. This year graduation is taking place on June 15th at 4 in the afternoon and will be held at Dunkin Donuts Park in Hartford.  If graduation is unfortunately postponed due to weather, the new...

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Ready, Set, Egg Hunt!

Eliza Blanchfield, Editor April 13, 2023

On Friday, April 7th, 2023, hundreds of South Windsor families took part in the annual egg hunt held at South Windsor High School’s stadium. For the past 38 years, the South Windsor community has gathered together each year to share the joy of the Easter Holiday and kick off the spring season.  Volunteers...

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Career Fair

Olivia Liegl, Staff Writer April 6, 2023

On Thursday, April 6th, South Windsor High School hosted a career fair.

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Bridget Hoffman, Mr. Hoffman, Ms. Cliff, Ms. Davis, and Mr. Rizzuto won first place at SWHSs Annual Trivia Night held on Friday, March 31st.

Time For Trivia!

Elizabeth Sinclair, Editor April 3, 2023

On March 31st, South Windsor High School's student council hosted its annual Trivia Night. There were eight categories for trivia: celebrities, sports, school history, school subjects, food, music, movies, T.V. shows, and teachers. Raffle prizes included gift cards to awesome places were announced throughout...

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