Bobcat Bulletin
SWHS Newsletter December 2020
Welcome to the Bobcat Bulletin!
Message from the Principal
Dear SWHS Families,
It goes without saying that 2020 has been a challenging year for many people and we are ready to welcome in 2021. Throughout it all, I believe it is important to reflect on the things to be thankful for--I continue to be proud of our staff and student body in navigating the educational landscape we are in and I am extremely grateful for their efforts and the support of families.
On behalf of all of us at SWHS, we hope you and your family have a safe and relaxing holiday season and Happy New Year!
Sincerely,
Frank Rizzuto
This issue contains information on the following topics:
- Updated December & January Calendar
- Google Meet Etiquette & Virtual Presentation Advice
- Academic Support
- IMPORTANT UPDATE from South Windsor Operation Graduation (SWOG)
- School Counseling News
- Yearbook Information
- Bobcat Prowl
- Athletics News
- Library Media Center News
- Message (for students) from the CT State Student Advisory Council on Education
- Substitutes Needed
- Pop & Pre-School Outreach Role Model Application
Updated December & January Calendar
DECEMBER/JANUARY CALENDAR (Please note, this is the same calendar that was shared with families on Wednesday, December 16)
Google Meet Etiquette & Virtual Presentation Advice
Academic Support
South Windsor High School provides academic support opportunities for all students. If your child is struggling with one or more classes, please see click the link below to learn about these support opportunities. There is also a way to sign up for some of these by directly accessing the brochure.
IMPORTANT UPDATE from South Windsor Operation Graduation (SWOG)
School Counseling News
Grade 12: College Acceptance & Military/Career Options Announcement
To the Class of 2021, please consider sharing your good news with classmates and the SWHS community! This “Life After Graduation” form does not indicate your final choice for your post-graduation plans or suggest a commitment; it is simply meant to recognize your successes as you consider your options. It may be filled it out as many times as you would like and include multiple schools or opportunities on one form.
Grades 9-11: 2021-22 School Year Scheduling & the SWHS Course Catalog
Yearbook Information
Bobcat Prowl
Journalism students and editors are eager to share their writings for The Bobcat Prowl, SWHS's online school newspaper. Despite facing many COVID--related challenges that impact journalists, these students have creatively engaged with the SWHS student body and have published approximately 30 stories.
Athletics News
Fall Sports: Congratulations to the following SWHS fall athletes who earned All-State distinction in their respective sports:
Riley Donahue (Girls Volleyball)
Emma Smith (Girls Soccer)
Amber Zeng (Girls swimming,100 yard breaststroke)
Winter Sports Update: The information below is the most recent update as provided by the CIAC: "
The CIAC Board of Control has postponed all winter sports to January 19, 2021. The CIAC Board of Control will continue to collaborate with the DPH, Governor Lamont’s office, and the CSMS Sports Medicine Committee in the weeks leading up to the January 19th start of winter practices. CIAC Interscholastic athletics are an education-based experience that maintains in-person learning and the health and safety of our school communities as our top priority. [This] action supports our member schools while they continue to manage rising COVID numbers within their communities and experience widespread movements to distance learning."
Library Media Center News
Looking for an escape this winter? Feeling bored or stressed? Get lost in a great book! Research shows reading for enjoyment is beneficial on many levels. Check out eBooks & audiobooks through the Destiny Discover. (Log in with your district username and password.) Visit the Reading Suggestions page on the library website for suggestions. Have a request? Email Mrs. McCool. New eBooks and audiobooks are added monthly. To read or listen on the go, download the Destiny Discover App.
Message (FOR STUDENTS) from the CT State Student Advisory Council on Education
The survey below was designed for students to complete and is completely voluntary. The message below is on behalf of the CT State Student Advisory Council on Education (SSACE). The statewide survey results will help the students who serve on this Council collect data to shape the strategies and research they present to the State Board of Education at the end of the school year.
Dear Student,
The COVID-19 pandemic continues to cause disruption to many schools in the 2020-21 school year. As you learn in this unprecedented year, we want to hear from you. We want to know what Connecticut Schools can do to make you feel even more connected, energized and enthusiastic about learning this year. The feedback gathered here will be shared with the Commissioner of Education, the State Board of Education, and other leaders across the state.
The Thoughtexchange platform is being used to solicit your feedback. Thoughtexchange keeps confidential who shared each thought and who assigned what ratings. You can rate as many thoughts as you'd like before moving on to Discover where you can see all the thoughts sorted by the average star rating. The entire process is described in the introduction. Thank you for participating in this important conversation.
Notes about this process:
1. It could take you as little as 5 - 10 minutes to participate.
2. You can complete questions at your own pace and come back to review your answers at any time.
3. There are three ways you can access the Thoughtexchange
Please click HERE https://my.thoughtexchange.com/254760758 to participate.
Go to www.thoughtexchange.com click on the “Join” button and enter the code 254-760-758
Download the Thoughtexchange app (IOS) only, click on the “Join” button and enter the code 254-760-758
Thank you for participating in this effort and making your voice heard.