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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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Maanya is a senior at SWHS who is interested in a career in civil rights or law. She enjoys reading & writing and hopes for opportunities to make an impact with her writing. Outside of class, she also enjoys dancing and running. She also runs for the girls cross country team. 

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The Bobcat Prowl prepares for one chapter to end and another to begin.

The New Boss of Nevers Road

Maanya Pande, Finance Manager
May 1, 2024

As the warmth of summer approaches, and the ringing of the last bell of the school year prepares to chime, The Bobcat Prowl also prepares for its own major changes. For the past two years, Max Schwartzman...

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Denise Ruddy holding a homemade birdhouse that she sold at the event.

Mother’s Day Came Early – for Earth!

Maanya Pande, Finance Manager
April 23, 2024

On Saturday April 20th, the South Windsor Parks and Recreation Department hosted the second annual Earth Day celebration at Rye Street Park. The celebration had a plethora of vendors and activities, both...

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Choral Spectrum hits the final pose of their second song.

Spectrum is Gold!

Maanya Pande and Aasrith Veerapaneni
March 27, 2024

On Saturday, March 23, South Windsor High School’s award-winning show choir, Choral Spectrum,  took the long trip to attend Bishop Hendricken High School in Rhode Island. The group, directed by Mr....

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Sophomore Mihika Joshi alongside fellow FBLA members Ananya Rajan and Arushi Sharma.

Mihika Joshi Elected as CT FBLA Vice President

Maanya Pande, Finance Manager
March 21, 2024

Future Business Leaders of America (FBLA) is a prominent organization throughout America. While many schools have their chapters, they also connect through their state FBLA group. On March 12, South Windsor’s...

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Entertainment star, Zeby Khan posing for a head shot to promote his upcoming work.

Alumni Spotlight: Zeby Khan

Maanya Pande, Finance Manager
January 18, 2024

As a cold breeze blew through the hills of South Windsor, a warm face lit up the computer screen, all the way from New York. Sitting on the Zoom call was Zeby Khan, an actor and South Windsor High School...

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Ava Schunder walking down from the Taylor Swift concert wearing her new merch.

Why is Taylor Swift Re-recording Her Albums?

Maanya Pande, Finance Manager
November 9, 2023

This past Friday, October 27th, Taylor Swift released 1989 (Taylor's Version), making this her fourth re-recorded album out of six. Swift's fame has skyrocketed since she first announced her plan to re-record...

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An impressive display of a life-like grave yard complete with Grim Reaper, giant witch, and a grave digger. One of the highlights of the tour on Roy Road.

South Windsor’s Halloween Decor Tour

Maanya Pande, Finance Manager
October 31, 2023

On October 13th, the town of South Windsor posted a Halloween Decor Tour Map to highlight some exceptional homes decorated for the spooky season.   Yesterday, my family and I took an hour out of our...

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College representatives visit students at South Windsor High School in order to give them insight into college life and their school's requirements.

Colleges Are Coming To You!

Maanya Pande, Finance Manager
October 26, 2023

With college deadlines approaching for some of our seniors, South Windsor High School's season of college visits is in full swing as of this week. SWHS offers a variety of colleges & universities that...

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The New York University pamphlet passed around by college representatives during their visit.

[Photo] College Visits

October 24, 2023

The New York University pamphlet passed around by college representatives during their visit.

The American Mural Project, located in Winstead, CT, which depicts workers from around America

The American Mural Project

Maanya Pande, Finance Manager
September 14, 2023

In 1999, Ellen Griesedieck, a painter from Connecticut, was on an assignment in Washington painting the fabrication of the Boeing 747. While there, she got to know the workers firsthand and was inspired...

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Pleasant Valley's library where students came for specials rotations.

Goodbye, Pleasant Valley

Maanya Pande, Finance Manager
June 2, 2023

The town of South Windsor began new construction for their elementary schools in 2016-2017, starting with Wapping Elementary. Now, it has come full circle as Pleasant Valley, the last of the elementary...

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A blue-green fitted mermaid length gown covered in glitter with a slightly see-through midsection.

‘Say Yes’ to the (Prom) Dress

Maanya Pande, Finance Manager
May 3, 2023

The Class of 2024 is getting into the ‘prom frenzy’ as many girls have already begun to pick their dresses, so let’s take a look at some of the trends for South Windsor High School’s prom ‘23. Junior...

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Gulal colors, which are thrown as a part of Holi celebration.

A Celebration of Spring

Maanya Pande, Finance Manager
March 8, 2023

March 8th starts the 2023 celebration of the Hindu festival, Holi, a holiday which celebrates the coming of spring and more. Holi is the Hindu festival of colors and symbolizes the triumph of good over...

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