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The former mini golf course near Dairy Queen, now overgrown.
Dairy Queen Mini Golf Course Sale
History teacher Mr. Garrish and English teacher Mr. Hawie await the results of Splash the Teacher during wave 2.
Raising Funds with a Splash
Junior book award recipients pose for a photo to conclude the award ceremony.
School Counseling Honors Standout Students
Senior Nico Bennett poses with Mrs. White for a photo after receiving recognition. (photo courtesy of Mrs. Quinn)
Nico Bennett Wins Graduation Poem Contest
Seniors Elizabeth Sinclair and Audrey Zhang stand outside of Pleasant Valley Elementary School and take a photo in their cap and gown.
A Walk Down Memory Lane
The recipients of the Little League Scholarship pose for a photo.
A Bridge Between Academics and Community
Ava Lilburm handing off the baton to Destiny Gooden in a track meet. (Photo courtesy of Mahima Sasikumar)
Undefeated Girls Track
Student and teacher pairs that participated in the 2026 Zebra Cup. (Photo courtesy of Mrs. Belval)
Rallying for a Cause: South Windsor High School’s Zebra Cup
Luna rests, speaks with Coach Woodcock during halftime against a home CCC game against Hall. (Timothy Fetzko)
Luna Leading By Example
Senior Lavanya Rathore gets in position to serve the ball during a match.(photo courtesy of Mrs. Belval)
Girls Tennis Serves Up Another Strong Season
Seniors Fiona Downes and Mimi Hamadi walking towards the circle during their game against Newington. (photo courtesy of Mrs. Quinn)
Lacrosse Senior Night
South Windsor High School's Girls Flag Football stands for a photo after a game. ( Joanne Stavens-Martin)
A Program of Empowerment
Jillian Yelle cradling the ball down the field at a home game in her 2024-2025 lacrosse season. (Photo courtesy of Melissa Yelle)
Leadership on the Field
Owen Jerr spikes the ball through the opposition blockers in a home game against Hall High School. (Photo courtesy of Timothy Fetzko)
Jerr Takes Flight
Senior Charlotte Laramee Playing Hockey at the South Windsor Skating Arena. (Photo courtesy of Charlie Laramee)
Hockey Sensation Charlotte Laramee
Max Stoddard sits and prepares for a match on the mat.
Stoddard's Stage
Ian Park flipping in a pike dive off the board.
The Park Legacy: Ian Park Builds Family Legacy While Chasing State Level Success
Erin Martin sizes up her opponent during the Bobcats home opener against Farmington.
Warming Up to Winter Weather
Officer Weiss poses for a photo while patrolling the main floor.
Saying Farewell to Officer Weiss
Several members of BSA learn about a Mural representing the great Depression.
A Great End to the Year: BSA and HLSA Take a Field Trip
New SRO Corporal Chris Poehnert poses for a photo during his first week of training with Officer Weiss
Officer Poehnert Strengthens School Safety
Seniors Isaac Gerber (right) and Eli Schwartzman (left) pose together at the class of 2026 senior sunset.
Rowd Crowd Leaders Leave Legacy
Student working on their English Documentary using the WeVideo platform.
Exploring American Values Through Film
A student working on their film script for their documentary.
The APUSH Pantheon of Change Makers Project
Several students of all ages playing Hacky Sack before the start of Track practice.
More than a Beanbag: Hacky Sack is Back
a South Windsor High Schools period 3 social studies class working on projects.
Freshman World Summit Undergoes Structural Changes for Class of 2029
South Windsor High School, one of several polling places for elections in South Windsor
Political Efficacy in South Windsor
South Windsor High School student obsessing over a celebrity account they saw on social media.
Behind The Curtain: A Deep Dive On The Commodification Process
Several of the Bradford pear trees infront of Timothy Edwards Middle School.
The Greatest Stench in Town: The Bradford Pear
The children’s classroom has a variety of activities and centers, encouraging children to explore new things.
Letter to the Editor
Check out The Prowl's weekly podcast with Carlyn and Emma. (Created by Canva)
Podcast: Prowl Weekly Recap 5/1-5/8
Check out The Prowl's weekly podcast with Carlyn and Emma. (Created by Canva)
The Prowl Weekly Recap April 6th to April 10th
Unified Music, Part 2: What’s Happening Now
The rise of 2026 slang. Are you up to date on the terms that are spreading about this year's students? (Canva created)
The Slang Defining This Year’s Students
Check out The Prowl's weekly podcast with Carlyn and Emma. (Created by Canva)
The Prowl Weekly Recap from Retirements to Hall of Fame Inductees
South Windsor Christmas tree decorated with lights and ornaments at Nevers Park
Christmas in South Windsor
Unified Music, Part 2: What’s Happening Now
South Windsor Christmas tree decorated with lights and ornaments at Nevers Park
Christmas in South Windsor
One of the beloved reindeer at Dzen's Christmas Tree Farm
December in South Windsor
Unified Music at SWHS helps students feel inspired and reveals hidden talents.
SWHS’s Unified Music Class: A Delightful Harmony That Bridges Hidden Skill and Endless Talent
Students walking around and stopping at each college table getting information to decide where they want to go after graduation.
Exploring Futures
Metal Manufacturing is a course offered at South Windsor High School where students learn how to use machinery and develop skills for the workplace.
Metal Manufacturing at SWHS
Check out The Prowl's weekly podcast with Carlyn and Emma. (Created by Canva)
Podcast: Prowl Weekly Recap 5/1-5/8
Check out The Prowl's weekly podcast with Carlyn and Emma. (Created by Canva)
The Prowl Weekly Recap April 6th to April 10th
The rise of 2026 slang. Are you up to date on the terms that are spreading about this year's students? (Canva created)
The Slang Defining This Year’s Students
Check out The Prowl's weekly podcast with Carlyn and Emma. (Created by Canva)
The Prowl Weekly Recap from Retirements to Hall of Fame Inductees
Kayla and Lily wrap up the last year of The Prowl in their latest podcast. (Created by Canva)
Bobcat Prowl Wraps Up 2025 Podcast
Sahara Martin interviews SWHS school resource officer, Officer Weiss. (Created by Canva)
Behind the Badge: An Interview with Officer Weiss on the Role of the School Resource Officer

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Jane Carty, Copy Editor

Jane Carty is the Copy Editor for The Bobcat Prowl. She reviews articles prior to publication and ensures grammatical and factual accuracy among the Prowl’s content. She is a junior and this will be her second year working for the Bobcat Prowl. She is a member of student leadership including class office and student council. Jane runs for the girls cross country team in the fall and dances competitively year round. In her free time she enjoys reading, baking, listening to music, and spending time with friends and family.

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Junior book award recipients pose for a photo to conclude the award ceremony.

School Counseling Honors Standout Students

Jane Carty, Copy Editor
June 8, 2026

Each spring, SWHS counseling hosts a ceremony to celebrate juniors who have shown outstanding academic achievement and potential. This ceremony, known as the Junior Book Awards, was held on the morning...

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A faux-luxe centerpiece created by Fairytale Flowers decorates a table at the junior prom.

Flower Power: SWHS Alum Gives Back

Jane Carty, Copy Editor
May 20, 2026

Two weeks before South Windsor High School’s junior prom, The Prowl received an email from a local floral design business, offering to donate centerpieces for the SWHS prom. This business was Fairytale...

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South Windsor High School's SADD Club Leadership team, advertising their campaign project "Be Honest u Good?" in the Lobby of SWHS.

Students Supporting Students

Elizabeth Sinclair and Jane Carty
April 25, 2026

From the week of April 6th through April 10th, the Students Against Destructive Decisions club, or SADD, launched a media campaign designed to get students talking. The “Be Honest, U Good?” campaign...

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Platforms like ChatGPT are easily accessible by teens and kids through personal devices.

AI Chatbots Pose Threat to Mental Health

Jane Carty, Copy Editor
January 7, 2026

As AI continues to be integrated into people’s daily lives, questions arise regarding safe and responsible AI use. AI chatbots in particular, artificial intelligence programs that simulate a human conversation,...

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South Windsor High School's veteran memorial sits in front of the building, marked with a wreath in honor of Veteran's Day

Honoring South Windsor Veteran; Joseph Aparo

Jane Carty, Copy Editor
November 20, 2025

In November, we honor veterans who have served our country through the armed forces. South Windsor resident Joseph Aparo knows the impact of service more than most, and dedicated himself to protecting...

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Andy Paterna is a South Windsor Democrat who has served South Windsor for many years (Photo Credits: Andy Paterna).

Exclusive Interview with Andy Paterna

Jane Carty, Copy Editor
October 30, 2025

Andy Paterna is a South Windsor Democrat running for a position on the town council. He has served previously as Mayor and Deputy Mayor of South Windsor, and has held prior positions on the town council. Paterna...

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A patch of open space in South Windsor, where species like Japanese knotweed has been identified by the local chapter of South Windsor's Environmental Protection.

Japanese Knotweed – “Knot” Just a Local Issue

Jane Carty, Copy Editor
October 17, 2025

Japanese knotweed is an invasive species that thrives and expands rapidly in wetland areas. It has recently gained attention in South Windsor as the proposed development area at 100 Oakland Rd is overrun...

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SWHS athlete Teagan Purcell taking a well planned three point shot.

‘Teagan’ It to the Hoop

Jane Carty and Hannah Kowalchik
January 10, 2025

Teagan Purcell is a sophomore and SWHS athlete on the girls varsity basketball team. Playing since a young age, Purcell has shown consistent love for the game.  “I play basketball because my whole...

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FBLA Advisor Mrs. Cruz-Penna serves sugar cookies to students for decorating.

FBLA Raises Funds and Spirits

Jane Carty and Hannah Kowalchik
December 20, 2024

The FBLA hosted a cookie decorating fundraiser on Monday, December 16th, where students gathered together to decorate cookies and raise money for future FBLA activities. It cost $5 to enter and decorate...

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A door decorated in the hallway of SWHS to recognize the importance of kindness.

SWHS Celebrates Kindness Through Interact

Jane Carty, Copy Editor
November 15, 2024

On Wednesday, November 13th, SWHS’ Interact Club recognized World Kindness Day. This is their second year celebrating the day at SWHS. In the past, South Windsor has used Unity Day, an anti-bullying...

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Mr. Sytulek instructing freshman and sophomore athletes to fill out a Google form.

Summarizing a Season

Hannah Kowalchik and Jane Carty
November 15, 2024

Every sports season has its share of highs and lows, but for the first time at South Windsor High School, athletes were called together for a Fall Sports Assembly to be able to reflect on their individual...

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Teachers and students swapped roles during this year's Spirit Week.

SWHS Celebrates Homecoming Spirit Week

Jane Carty, Copy Editor
October 23, 2024

Every year in the week leading up to homecoming, the SWHS student council organizes a spirit week full of different themed outfit days to boost school spirit. Spirit week finishes with the homecoming pep...

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Girls Varsity kicks off the start of their race in Nevers Park.

Harry Geraghty Invitational 2024

Jane Carty, Copy Editor
September 20, 2024

Friday, September 13 marked the 12th year of the Harry Geraghty Invitational Meet, hosted in Nevers Park by South Windsor High School Cross Country.  The meet is in memory of Coach Harry Geraghty,...

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The starting line of the Girls Varsity race at the 2024 Stratton Brook Invitational Meet.

Kicking Off Cross Country

Jane Carty, Copy Editor
September 11, 2024

Boys and girls cross country competed in their first meet of the season on Saturday, September 7th, at the Stratton Brook Invitational Meet in Simsbury, Connecticut. Runners met at the track parking...

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The SW XC rock marks the start of cross country’s additions to the trail.

Crafting with Cross Country

Jane Carty, Copy Editor
September 4, 2024

Last Friday, the boys and girls cross country teams came together to paint rocks and celebrate the start of a new season. With the start of the 2024 fall sports season, the boys and girls cross country...

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