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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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Lily Swett

Lily Swett, Staff Writer

Lily Swett is a first year staff writer for The Bobcat Prowl newspaper for the school. Lily is a senior at South Windsor High School, she plays  volleyball,and enjoys reading in her free time. During the winter and spring Lily works for the after school program at Orchard Hill.  She has a passion for creative writing and enjoys reading opinion pieces written by other people. In the future Lily would love to be an Elementary school teacher and inspire kids to read and write. Lily believes that reading and writing is the key to success, that is why she decided to write for The Prowl. 

All content by Lily Swett
SWHS student doing their independent homework while using headphones as a tool to concentrate

Headphones: Are They Helpful Or Harmful?

Lily Swett, Staff Writer
January 9, 2026

The issue of headphones in school has significantly increased in recent years. For that reason, many students and teachers at South Windsor High School have various opinions on the way they are incorporated...

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South Windsor Christmas tree decorated with lights and ornaments at Nevers Park

Christmas in South Windsor

Lily Swett, Staff Writer
December 22, 2025

Local resident Tom Delnicki with his beautiful Christmas decorations that bring people from all over Connecticut to look at.

SWHS seniors reflecting on the choices they put into their Macbeth scene.

Students Reinventing Macbeth

Lily Swett, Staff Writer
December 22, 2025

South Windsor High School students in the ECE UCONN Writing and Multimodal Composition class are working to perform a scene from William Shakespeare’s play, Macbeth, in order to showcase their learning....

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SWHS student writing a gratitude letter for the people in her community.

South Windsor High School Students Show Gratitude

Lily Swett, Staff Writer
November 26, 2025

As the holiday of thankfulness approaches, the gratitude that South Windsor High School students show is not forgotten. Many students like to represent and keep Thanksgiving traditions to show gratitude...

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A flock of turkeys in the woods behind Cadbury Lane in South Windsor.

Turkeys: Why Are They Important?

Lily Swett, Staff Writer
November 12, 2025

As South Windsor moves farther into fall, more wild turkey sightings are present in the locals backyards, whether it is just one turkey or a whole flock of turkeys, residents are seeing a large impacts...

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The multiple different varieties of pumpkins at South Windsor’s local Foster Farms.

Pumpkin Picking at Foster Family Farm

Lily Swett, Staff Writer
October 24, 2025

A staple for the month of October is pumpkins, and the South Windsor local family run farm, Foster Farms, is a place many residents chose to pick their pumpkins from.  Many families enjoy carving pumpkins...

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Senior Captain London Bascomb hitting the ball with her teammates covering her.

Girls Volleyball Senior Night

Lily Swett, Staff Writer
October 17, 2025

The South Windsor girls volleyball team faced off against the Tolland Eagles on October 10, 2025 at 5 pm and grabbed the victory, winning 3-0.  The night was special because head coach Ryan Minster-Woodcock...

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Senior Captain Ioana Luangpraseuth hitting the ball while her team covers her.

Bobcats Fight Hard vs. Farmington

Lily Swett, Staff Writer
September 24, 2025

The South Windsor Girls varsity volleyball team faced Farmington on Friday, September 19, 2025 at 5 pm home and saw an unlucky loss 0-3.  To start the first set, senior outside London Bascomb and junior...

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Senior captain Ioana Laungpraseuth is serving the ball at her opponent.

Luangpraseuth Motivates Her Team to Success

Lily Swett, Staff Writer
September 15, 2025

Ioana Luangpraseuth, South Windsor girls volleyball senior captain, has been making an impact on and off the court, inspiring others around her.  Wearing number 24, senior outside hitter Luangpraseuth...

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