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The Bobcat Prowl

The Bobcat Prowl

The Student News Site of South Windsor High School

The Bobcat Prowl

A mouse's perspective of the English hallway in South Windsor High School.

A Mouse in the Clubhouse

Max Schwartzman, Editor-in-Chief February 8, 2024

Scurrying through the abyss and deep silently, looking for its next victim. The creature lurks, eying its target. As it emerges from the dark, screams ring out, commotion sets in, and fear becomes widespread....

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Families enjoyed seeing and interacting with the volunteer fire department at the Wapping Fair.

Jaycees Announce the Official Cancellation of The Wapping Fair

Hana Moustafa, Staff Writer February 6, 2024

South Windsor residents are abuzz, conversing about a beloved fall tradition coming to an end. The Wapping Fair was a yearly festival that provides the citizens of South Windsor Connecticut with joy, entertainment,...

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Midterm week recently wrapped up and students are ready to get into the second semester.

Midterms Wrap Up

Tiffany Castellon, Staff Writer February 6, 2024

This past week the student body met this season's midterms. These midterms are a test of what students have learned throughout the year up to a certain point. The focus of this test is quarters one and...

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Ninth grade students attend a meeting on January 22nd during Bobcat Block.

Class of ‘24 Helps Class of ‘27

Hana Moustafa, Staff Writer January 30, 2024

Senior student leaders held an assembly on January 22nd, giving advice to the 9th grade class just beginning their high school journey. This discussion included how to prepare for exams, the importance...

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 The newly introduced shot clock counts down during a varsity basketball game.

CIAC Developing High School Athletes

Varsity basketball teams are forced to adjust their gameplay to new regulations during their high school career.
Eliza Blanchfield, Editor-in-Chief January 23, 2024

The 2023-2024 high school basketball season has challenged athletes to adjust their gameplay according to the updated Connecticut Interscholastic Athletic Conference rules. CIAC changed its guidelines...

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The Warriors face The Kings during a Rec basketball game at Pleasant Valley Elementary School.

SWHS Students Rec the Court

Erik Montes de Oca, Staff Writer January 23, 2024

Rec basketball has moved to the forefront of South Windsor High School's culture. This is because friends have the opportunity to be on different teams and play against each other, resulting in a relatively...

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SWHS student modeling cheating methods while working in class.

Maintaining Academic Integrity During Midterms

Ethan Sands, Copy Editor/ Opinion Specialist January 22, 2024

When faced with the idea of dense study guides and hours of testing, it’s challenging to be motivated to review for midterms. With that comes the temptation to take an easier road: cheating. Academic...

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The proposed location site for the new apartment complex in town.

Deming Construction Taking Off

Elizabeth Sinclair, Web Editor/ News Specialist January 11, 2024

For quite some time, there has been talk, and plenty of gossip, about the town's plan to build affordable apartments on Deming Street. The plan was first proposed by Metro Realty at the town council meeting...

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A student looks over his bets on a popular online sports book.

Students Bet Big with Online Sportsbooks

Students across the country engage in potentially dangerous online sports betting
Ryan Rahman and Max Schwartzman January 9, 2024

Editor's note: Given the nature of this article, all student sources have been granted anonymity to protect them from any social or legal reprisal Amongst teens, there exists a seemingly secretive world...

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A Christmas Story Come to Life

The Dzen Christmas Tree Farm in South Windsor shares the magic of holiday spirit through the only Reindeer residents in Connecticut.
Emma Cherubini, Content Editor January 4, 2024

John Dzen, the owner of Dzen Christmas Tree Farm, has had reindeer on his property for the public eye for almost 8 years. The four reindeer are named Tuca, Belle, Rudy, and Dash. Tuca and Belle are...

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