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A display table at PRS School of candy with a Charlie and the Chocolate Factory theme for teacher appreciation week. (Mrs. Mayer)

South Windsor Appreciates Teachers

Juliana Mayer, Staff Writer May 14, 2025

Last week, South Windsor schools honored the hard work of their teachers through teacher appreciation week. The schools provided little gifts throughout the week to show off how grateful they truly are....

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SWHS instructional coach, Janet Bevel was nominated for the Connecticut Science Educator Fellow Award (CSEF). (Mrs. Bevel)

Lab Coat Legend

SWHS instructional coach, Mrs. Janet Bevel, nominated for the Connecticut Science Educator Fellow Award
Tina Pham, Staff Writer May 9, 2025

SWHS instructional coach, Mrs. Janet Belval was nominated for the Connecticut Science Educator Fellow Award (CSEF) by the Connecticut Science Teachers Association.  The Connecticut Science Teachers...

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The South Windsor Town Council, discussing the details of the proposed budget for the Fiscal School Year of 2025-2026.

Town Council Votes on Budget for the 25-26 Fiscal School Year

Elizabeth Sinclair, Web Editor/ News Specialist May 8, 2025

On May 5th, the South Windsor Town Council hosted their annual meeting, at Timothy Edwards Middle School. Even though this meeting was titled as a regular Town Council meeting, there were numerous students,...

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A South Windsor High School student throws away his trash at lunch.

Connecticut’s Food Waste Law to Hit Schools in 2026

Dhu’l-Kifl Ramirez, Staff Writer May 2, 2025

A new Connecticut law will soon require schools to regulate their food waste, aiming to reduce excess and promote environmental sustainability through recycling. Connecticut’s Commercial Organics...

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Mr. Martineau poses with students on the music department's Disney trip. (Lauren Graham)

Dreaming Big with Mickey

Tina Pham, Staff Writer April 29, 2025

During April break, South Windsor High School's chorus, band choral spectrum, travel choir, concert choir and wind ensemble headed down south for learning clinics with professional Disney producers at...

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The main character speaks with the doctor in the play, Radium Girls. (Carol Manzella)

Radiant Girls

South Windsor High School's Play 'Radium Girls' will debut
Nailah Nsakala, Staff Writer April 25, 2025

The South Windsor High School Theatre Department proudly presents 'Radium Girls' for the annual play. The play follows the course of a young girl fighting against the injustice of the US Radium Corporation...

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Students at Orchard Hill Elementary School in South Windsor participate in their annual Earth Day parade. (Thomas Waniewski)

From Awareness to Action; South Windsor Makes Earth Day Count

Starting in 1970, Earth Day has fallen on April 22nd each year to demonstrate support for global and local environmental protection.  This large scale movement is commemorated in South Windsor each...

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Trees can be purchased from the Environmental Club and sent to L.A. through SWHS' Environmental Club.

Growing New Life After LA Wildfires

Molly Willard, Staff Writer April 22, 2025

From March 14th to April 27th, the Environmental Club is hosting a Trees for a Change Fundraiser to support the wildlife that was impacted by the LA wildfires. For just $23.00, a tree will be planted...

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The formerly known South Windsor Public Library sporting a new name, Mary J. Etter Public Library.

Mary J. Etter Public Library’s Namesake

South Windsor Public Library renamed in honor of Mary J. Etter
Eliza Blanchfield, Editor in Chief April 13, 2025

On Saturday April 12th, 2025 the South Windsor Public Library was renamed to honor long time director, Mary J. Etter. What started as a small collection of books housed in The Wood Memorial Library...

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Students were able to try out the drunk goggles to simulate the effects of being under the influence.

In Life, ‘Choices Matter’

Aubrey Pugrab and Gianna Santagata April 10, 2025

Stephen Emt spoke to juniors and seniors about the extreme dangers of drinking and driving at an assembly at South Windsor High School on April, 7th. Emt bravely shared his personal experience with the...

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