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The Bobcat Prowl

The Bobcat Prowl

The Student News Site of South Windsor High School

The Bobcat Prowl

The Relay For Life Club and Team is Back in Action

The Relay For Life Club and Team is Back in Action

Andrew Capossela November 2, 2017

Last year four students at South Windsor High School had the idea to create a club that would fight cancer in hopes for an end to its destruction. “I think Relay For Life club was a great addition to the long list of opportunities available to students at South Windsor High School.  People have...

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Spirit Week Kicks Off with Decades Day

Spirit Week Kicks Off with Decades Day

Katie Cole October 19, 2017

Spirited students of SWHS went all out for ‘Decades Day’ Monday, October 17th. From freshmen to seniors and teachers alike, no era of fashion went unrepresented. Classes were filled with hippies, flappers, 90’s grunge brand groupies, and bright 80’s partiers. Many found inspiration in odd places...

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First Year Varsity Coach Revamps Lacrosse Team

First Year Varsity Coach Revamps Lacrosse Team

Hannah Mitchell October 18, 2017

Taking on an already established Varsity Lacrosse team may sound intimidating, but SWHS English teacher Ms. Dobosz says her most obvious emotion about taking over the team was enthusiasm. “I was excited to come into such a strong program.” Says Dobosz. “I knew the team had a strong foundation...

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What is BPO?

What is BPO?

Brittany Diaz September 14, 2017

With over 1,200 followers on twitter, BPO (Bobcat Pride Organization) is the backbone of South Windsor High School. The Bobcat Pride Organization is a club that promotes school spirit. Those who are not on the executive board help plan the spirit by making posters to advertise spirit wear. Every...

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Varsity Girls Volleyball Takes Victory Over Manchester

Varsity Girls Volleyball Takes Victory Over Manchester

Kaitlyn Daly, Editor September 12, 2017

On Friday the lady bobcats took on Manchester High School at MHS and dominated the match. The team only needed three games to seal their victory and go home with a win. In the first game the Bobcats were down about 20-10. The team fought hard and had a strong comeback to win. The second and third...

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New High School Hot Spot

New High School Hot Spot

Andrew DeCasperis , Contributor June 8, 2017

With the help of social media, Jem’s Gardens and Dairy Barn has grown from a small vegetable stand 20 years ago, to now a trendy lunch and ice cream eatery while still keeping its roots. The food and dairy portion of the business is still fairly new, with this only being its 4th year. Jem’s is...

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Social Medias Effect on Students

Social Media’s Effect on Students

Jake Lagasse, Contributor May 23, 2017

As I thought about what I wanted to write this article about, my phone buzzed and a notification from on of my favorite social media sites popped up. Being the productive, on task student I am, I kept thinking. But I couldn't shake the idea that there was something I was missing out on, some piece of...

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High School Stressors and the Impact They Have On Students:

High School Stressors and the Impact They Have On Students:

Dakota Skinner, Contributor May 4, 2017

Since the beginning of school, that goes through the head of a high school student is grades, teachers, parents, assignments, test, projects, potential college scholarships, GPAs, and other student stressors. As a student, we take on a high amount of stress because of the expectations that have been...

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South Windsor Students Prepare for AP Exams

South Windsor Students Prepare for AP Exams

Evan Hapkiewicz, Contributor May 2, 2017

Many students of South Windsor High School are spending long nights studying for the upcoming AP exams. March 1st marks the beginning of a very busy week for many of these kids, some of whom will have to take multiple tests. The AP tests mark a very stressful time for these dedicated students, who...

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