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The Bobcat Prowl

The Bobcat Prowl
The Student News Site of South Windsor High School

The Bobcat Prowl
Sofia Holovatska

Sofia Holovatska, Editor/ Feature Specialist

Sofia Holovatska is a senior at South Windsor High School and an Editor and Feature Specialist for The Bobcat Prowl, writing about current events and community activity in South Windsor. Her goal is to unite the local community through knowledge, by expanding people’s awareness of their surroundings. Outside of The Prowl, Holovatska is an accomplished athlete, running cross country and track. She also enjoys playing the cello, brewing kombucha, and gardening. In the future, Holovatska hopes to run Division l cross country and track in college and change the world for the better.

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View of a part of Kathy Donatello's vineyard in South Windsor.

Growing Threat in South Windsor, Spotted Lanternflies

Sofia Holovatska, Editor/ Feature Specialist
October 7, 2025

The spotted lanternfly is an invasive insect that has now been seen in multiple South Windsor locations; Facebook users have cited that dozens of them have been seen on trees near Eli Terry Elementary...

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South Windsor's orchestra, Sol Solis, performing at St Francis Hospital. (photo courtesy of Yanina Holovatska)

South Windsor’s Hidden Ensemble: Sol Solis Consort

Sofia Holovatska, Editor/ Feature Specialist
June 6, 2025

Sol Solis Consort is a community music ensemble based in South Windsor that performs a variety of music ranging from pop staples to famous classics. Conducted by Eric Chen, what began as a typical string...

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Currently vacant farmland, the 16.8 acre farmland will be converted into an over 55 community in South Windsor.

Coming Soon: 55+ Community on Foster St.

Sofia Holovatska, Editor/ Feature Specialist
May 23, 2025

Currently vacant farmland, the 16.8 acre farmland will be converted into an over 55 community in South Windsor.

Shaurya Ranjan posing with Cam, a recipient of a Lego set donated by Blocks of Hope. (Ranjan)

Building Hope, One Block at a Time

Sofia Holovatska, Editor/ Feature Specialist
April 3, 2025

“A lot of people kind of understand cancer as a word that means death,” South Windsor High School junior Shaurya Ranjan explained. “I think it's a lot different than what people like to imagine.” Ranjan...

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The task force CDI comprises multiple law enforcement agencies and works to investigate cyber crimes. Photo background created by Canva.

Former SWHS Resource Officer Now Fighting to End Crimes Against Children

Sofia Holovatska, Editor/ Feature Specialist
March 12, 2025

Former South Windsor High School School Resource Officer, Officer Peter Korchari, has a new position in South Windsor as a digital investigator. He is helping to combat a huge problem for minors today:...

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Winners of the volleyball marathon pose for a photo at the end of the event.

[Photo] Volleyball for a Cause

Emily Dalpe, Gianna Santagata, and Aubrey Pugrab
February 11, 2025

Winners of the volleyball marathon pose for a photo at the end of the event.