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The Bobcat Prowl

The Bobcat Prowl

The Student News Site of South Windsor High School

The Bobcat Prowl

Rachel Maher, Writer

Rachel Maher is an enthusiastic, compassionate senior at south windsor high school, that is a first year journalism student. Being a new member of the bobcat prowl writing staff, Rachel enjoys reading and writing in her free time, and is looking forward to being a part of a cohesive writing team here at the highschool. Outside of reading and writing, Rachel also enjoys spending time with her friends and family. She is heavily involved in horseback riding, and is a top player on the girls golf team. Other than being hard-working, Rachel is always looking for new ways to expand her writing techniques, and is open to learning new things. Watching romance movies, and experimenting with new recipes is one of her favorite things to do in her leisure time. Rachel is looking forward to a great year on the journalism staff, and graduating highschool at the end of the year. 

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Scholarship Opportunities for Seniors

Scholarship Opportunities for Seniors

Rachel Maher, Writer
January 30, 2020

For all seniors, graduation is coming around the corner quickly as most students are awaiting college acceptances and planning ahead for their future. Now is a good time to be searching for additional...

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Iran Leaves Nuclear Deal Following Murder of Qasem Soleimani

Iran Leaves Nuclear Deal Following Murder of Qasem Soleimani

Rachel Maher, Writer
January 10, 2020

On Sunday, Iran stated they would no longer be limiting the enrichment of uranium, as it states in their 2015 nuclear deal. During the creation of the nuclear deal, president president Donald Trump, claimed...

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Harry Styles and Kendall Jenner Play Spill Your Guts with James Corden

Rachel Maher, Writer
December 16, 2019

The Late Late Show hosted by James Corden features celebrities taking part in all kinds of activities that, to say the least, provide the public with good entertainment. From carpool karaoke to lip-syncing,...

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Alexa Shepardson Shines in Her Solo At SWHS Winter Orchestra Concert

Alexa Shepardson Shines in Her Solo At SWHS Winter Orchestra Concert

Rachel Maher, Writer
December 13, 2019

Alexa Shepardson is a senior at South Windsor High School, who is very passionate about pursuing her musical endeavors. Shepardson has been playing the cello since the fourth grade, when all students were...

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Why Winter is the Worst Season

Why Winter is the Worst Season

Rachel Maher, Writer
December 6, 2019

The notoriously freezing temperatures and icy and hazardous road conditions make for the winter months in Connecticut to be anything but a good time. People who have been living here for many years, have...

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A Review of 'Everything I Wanted', the Newest Single from Billie Eilish

A Review of ‘Everything I Wanted’, the Newest Single from Billie Eilish

Rachel Maher, Writer
November 22, 2019

Earlier this week, the 17- year old, pop sensation, Billie Eilish released a new single called ‘Everything I Wanted’. Being released fairly recently, the single is already getting loads of attention...

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The Writing Center at SHWS

Rachel Maher, Writer
November 20, 2019

Located in the career center and room 136, the writing center has become a valuable asset to the students here at South Windsor High School. It helps students get help with essays, capstone presentations,...

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Senior, Amala Mammyail Traveled to India for Her Capstone Project

Senior, Amala Mammyail Traveled to India for Her Capstone Project

Rachel Maher, Writer
November 13, 2019

Amala Mammyail was one of the lucky individuals who signed up to present her capstone project early. Her capstone project focused on teaching an orphanage in India, a choreographed dance. When interviewed,...

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