February 17, 2026
SCHOOL NEWS:
Attention Singers, Dancers, and Performers! Auditions for the 2026–2027 edition of the award-winning SWHS Show Choir Choral Spectrum will be held on February 17 at 6 PM in the auditorium. Receive honors credit for performing in a class that will change your high school experience! Join the Google classroom today for vocal audition instructions and more details! Let us put you in the spotlight! Don't miss your opportunity to be a part of it!
The Class of 2027 is selling baked goods at the Boys Varsity Basketball home game on Friday, February 20th. All sales will help with Class of 2027 event fees.
It’s time for “this date in history.” On February 17, 1801 the US House of Representatives elected Thomas Jefferson after a tie occurred in the electoral college. On this date in 1864, the Confederate vessel Hunley became the first submarine to sink an opposing ship when it successfully attacked the USS Housatonic in the waters off Charleston, South Carolina. On this date in 1963, basketball icon Michael Jordan was born. In 1998, the US women won the gold medal in the first women’s hockey tournament held in the Olympics. Finally, on this date in 2014, Jimmy Fallon took over for Jay Leno on the Tonight Show. Thanks for listening to this date in history.
CLUBS AND ACTIVITIES:
Come to the next Italian Club meeting on Thursday, February 19th right after school in Annex Room 35. We will be decorating Carnival masks and having food to celebrate the Italian holiday of Carnevale. All are welcome and the meeting is free! See Mrs. Zaccardelli with any questions.
Come support SWHS National Honor Society’s fundraiser at Panera Bread on February 18th from 4-8pm and make sure to mention SWHS National Honor Society when completing your order.
Did you know that in Japan, there is a whole museum dedicated to the history and the making of anime movies? On Wednesday, February 18, the Japanese Club will learn about the highest grossing anime movies worldwide, as well as how they are produced. Enjoy Japanese food and learn how anime has influenced the world.
The Cooking Club will be celebrating the theme, Love at First Bite, on February 19th in the Annex Kitchen from 2:05PM to 4:00PM. We will be making: Chocolate covered fruit, Chips and cheddar cheese fondue, Baked Mac-n-Cheese, Croque Monsieur Sandwiches, Strawberry lemonade, Mousse au chocolat, Vegan Brookies, and Crepes with nutella and crushed oreos. Please bring $5 to Mr. Ly in AN 39 or Ms. Ruiz in AN 56.
ATHLETICS:
Anyone interested in trying out for the Varsity boys golf team this spring needs to attend a short informational meeting on Wednesday,March 11th, after school in Room 168. If you're planning on trying out for the team and can't attend this meeting you need to connect with Coach Gray in Room 168 before the March 11th meeting to be eligible