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🌱 Patch AM: How are South Windsor students really doing on state tests and SATs?
And check out Join Rock Voices, the community choir that ONLY sings rock music! on the South Windsor Patch calendar

Good day South Windsor! We're here again with what you need to know today. Grab a cup of coffee and read on. ☀️
In today's newsletter:
- How are South Windsor students really doing on state tests and SATs?
- Which two long-awaited restaurants are finally nearing opening in town?
- How did winless South Windsor stun sixth-ranked Berlin on Friday night?
Also on today's calendar: Join Rock Voices, the community choir that ONLY sings rock music! and 9 more events.
Today's riddle: Riddle: David's parents have three sons: Snap, Crackle, and what's the name of the third son? 🤔 (Answer below!)
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- Saturday: Windy and cooler with rain, with a high of 63 and low of 54 degrees.
- Sunday: Windy with rain, temps: high: 62, low: 55.
- Monday: Rain, with a high of 63 and low of 55 degrees.
📰 News we're reading
• South Windsor Students Outpace State, But Gaps Remain (patch.com) — South Windsor students are significantly outperforming statewide averages in English, math, science and SAT scores, giving local families strong news about district academics. Officials, however, flagged declining results for some grades and persistent gaps for Black students and students with disabilities, and outlined targeted steps like more data-driven instruction, new reading materials, and added support for struggling learners.
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• Two South Windsor Restaurants Show Signs Of Opening (patch.com) — Two long-anticipated eateries, Sally's Apizza at Evergreen Walk and Benson's Bagels on Sullivan Avenue, are both moving closer to opening in South Windsor. Town reports say construction and health inspections are underway, with Benson's already cleared to bring in food and Sally's preparing interior work, though neither has announced an official opening date yet.
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• Winless South Windsor upsets No. 6 Berlin 14-13 (wfsb.com) — South Windsor High's football team finally broke through with a dramatic 14-13 upset over sixth-ranked Berlin, giving local fans a huge win to celebrate. Behind two touchdowns from quarterback Wyatt Prather and a last-stand defensive stop on a two-point try, the Bobcats protected their slim lead and denied Berlin's final drive from the 15-yard line.
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📸 Around South Windsor
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🗓 Upcoming Events in South Windsor
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★ Featured events ★
- Join Rock Voices, the community choir that ONLY sings rock music! →
First Church West Hartford, 12 S Main St, West Hartford
7:00 am
Wednesday September 30
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Other local events
- Pasta Dinner Fundraiser Supporting Ryan Fraley →
Farmington Community Center, 321 New Britain Ave, Farmington
3:00 pm - Volunteer Appreciation Event at SMM →
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5:00 pm - Sunday Mass at SFA →
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9:00 am - Sunday Mass at SMM →
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11:00 am - Potions class →
Connecticut Valley Brewing Company, 765 Sullivan Ave, South Windsor
6:00 pm - Veteran's Benefits →
150 Nevers Rd, South Windsor
10:30 am - South Windsor Apple Fest 2026 →
75 Brookfield St, South Windsor
9:00 am - South Windsor Apple Fest →
John Mitchell Fairgrounds, 75 Brookfield St, South Windsor, CT, 06074
9:00 am - South Windsor's Applefest →
75 Brookfield St, South Windsor
9:00 am - Explore Historic Ferry Farm (c.1786) →
Ferry Lane, Ferry Ln, South Windsor
1:00 pm - St Joseph Church $4000 Cash Prize Bingo →
St. Joseph Catholic Church, 33 West St, Vernon
6:30 pm
Saturday September 26
Sunday September 27
Wednesday September 30
Thursday October 1
Saturday October 3
Sunday October 4
Friday October 9
📣 South Windsor Shout Outs!
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Thank you 👏👏👏 to these businesses for making South Windsor PatchAM possible:
- Dairy Queen Grill & Chill — 8604322880
- Light Joy — (860) 245-8935
- Synergy Fit — (860) 432-5980
- Simsbury Dental Associates — 8602170544
- Dustless Hardwood Floors LLC — (860) 993-7657
- Junk Joy Junk Removal — (860) 791-3516
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🪧 Patch Classifieds
- New Classic Barber Shop in South Windsor the Oxford Barber Shop!!!!!
Welcome to our classic barber shop, called Oxford Barber Shop where we elevate grooming to an art form. Here, you'll discover expertly crafted... (More info)
💬 Chatter
What your neighbors are talking about on social media
- Disabledperson, Inc posted a job opening for Personal Banker II at Windsor Federal Bank in East Windsor Hill, Connecticut in East Windsor. Apply here.
- Howmet Aerospace posted a job opening for Production Assembler I - 1st Shift in Manchester. Apply here. You can search for other jobs near South Windsor here.
🗞 Nearby News
Manchester
- Manchester Firefighter Retires After 25-Year Career (patch.com)
- Runners Take Note: Manchester Road Race Early Bird Registration Discount Set To Expire (patch.com)
East Hartford
- Coworking Operators Find New Growth Avenues in Connecticut (commercialrecord.com)
Vernon
- Flock Camera 'Hits' Lead Police To Missing 90-Year-Old Vernon Man On Long Island (patch.com)
Ok South Windsor! So now you're in the loop about what's happening today. Thanks for reading, and see you in your inbox next time! Oh -- and if you like what you're reading, invite a friend to Patch AM!
-- The Patch AM Team
P.S. The answer to today's riddle: David (Thank you Thomas F. for sending it in!)
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