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The 2021-2022 School Calendar has been approved by the School Committee.  Key information about the 2020-2021 School Year calendar: School will start on Monday, August 30th for students in grades 1-12 and will be a half-day.  Preschool and Kindergarten start … Continue reading →

The ARHS PGO Board would like to wish everyone a very happy summer! This is the last ARHS PGO newsletter for the 2020-2021 School Year. It will be back with a new newsletter editors in mid-August.  Be well! Your editor, … Continue reading →

We are excited that we will welcome all of our students back into the buildings on August 30, 2021 (and September 2, 2021 for Pre-K and K students) for in-person learning and want to ensure that their return is a great … Continue reading →

ARHS course materials should be turned in at the teachers’ request or after your last class. You can also return materials from 8-5 on Fri (6/25). Chromebooks with chargers and cases will also be collected on this date.  Don’t forget to … Continue reading →

The 2021-2022 School Calendar has been approved by the School Committee.  Key information about the 2020-2021 School Year calendar: School will start on Monday, August 30th for students in grades 1-12 and will be a half-day.  Preschool and Kindergarten start … Continue reading →

Members of the Class of 2022! Mark your calendars…Are you a futurist? Are you planning for your future? Of course you are!!!Here’s an opportunity to prepare for your Life After ARHS during the summer. Cross some things off your list! … Continue reading →

Fall registration is now open! Please click on the registration links below or go to the athletic webpage to register. Please note, for middle schoolers registering for field hockey or girls soccer you must register under high school registration. For … Continue reading →

It is with great honor and excitement that we are sharing this unique pandemic edition of La Source with you. Click here to view our latest edition of La Source. La Source is the ARHS Bilingual French Newsletter that was … Continue reading →

Is your student looking to do some problem solving over the summer?  The math department offers math contests each year.  Next year, The Math Olympiad , The American Mathematics Competition and M3C Math Modeling Challenge.   For the M3C Challenge, … Continue reading →

Project backpack this year will be on August 19-20 from 9am-3pm! Please contact Mildred Martinez to see is you are eligible: (413) 362-1871 or MartinezM2@arps.org.

The Environmental Action Club at Amherst High School is organizing the first annual Drive Free Day on June 30th, 2021. On this day members of the Amherst community will go a day without driving in an effort to help our … Continue reading →

June 24: B and C Period Final Exams; Half Day June 25- Final Exam Make-Ups; Half-Day June 25: Last day of school; Staff Appreciation Breakfast July 2: Last Day to Register for Summer School July 6: Summer School Begins Aug. … Continue reading →

A huge thank you to all who have made a donation to the Amherst Education Foundation Stars In Our Schools campaign in honor of a teacher or staff member in the Amherst, Pelham, Leverett, and Shutesbury public schools. If you … Continue reading →

We are excited to bring the community together for a Summer Outdoor Cinema Series at The Mill District in North Amherst Outdoor Cinema at North Square at The Mill District Village Green. Bathrooms available at Hannah’s Local Art Gallery and … Continue reading →

Tuesday, June 22, 2021  A-Period Review 9:00-10:25 (85 minutes) B-Period Review 10:30-11:50 (80 minutes) Lunch Lunch 1: 11:55-12:20Lunch 2: 12:25-12:55 C-Period Review 1:00-2:20 (80 minutes) Wednesday, June 23, 2021  A-Period Exam 9:00-10:25 (85 minutes) B-Period Review  10:30-11:10 (40 minutes) C-Period … Continue reading →

ARHS course materials should be turned in at the teachers’ request or after their last class. They can also return materials from 8-5 on Thurs (6/24) & Fri (6/25). Chromebooks with chargers and cases will also be collected on Thurs (6/24) … Continue reading →

The PGO is hosting a staff appreciation breakfast on the last day of school (June 25) to thank our ARHS staff for their flexibility and hard work during the craziest school year ever. We are looking for a few more … Continue reading →

Fall registration is now open! Please click on the registration links below or go to the athletic webpage to register. Please note, for middle schoolers registering for field hockey or girls soccer you must register under high school registration. For … Continue reading →

Please check out the June issue of The Graphic, complete with 17 great new stories by senior writers from the LGBTQ Literature/Journalism combo lit class.http://thegraphic.arps.org/Stories include: examining comfort dog Winston’s role at school, teacher retirees, the return to in-person school, … Continue reading →

ARHS has three new one-time Alternative Learning Program elective course offerings (Unlike our Chinese, French, Latin, Spanish courses, they will not satisfy world language requirements for colleges).The ALP courses are: The History of Rock’N’Roll-ALP Credits: [2] Prerequisite: None Teacher: Frank Vaissiere This … Continue reading →

The ARHS Athletic Director has put together a document showcasing the ARHS Seniors who are continuing athletics in college.   Athletic College Spotlight- 2021

ARHS is looking for a wide-range of CURRENT 10th and 11th grade students who would be excited to give tours to incoming new students for 3-4 hours one day during the last week of summer break! This is an opportunity … Continue reading →

In accordance with Massachusetts General Law, students are to be immunized as specified by Massachusetts Department of Public Health for school attendance.  The summer is an opportune time to visit your health care provider for any needed immunizations.  Yearly influenza … Continue reading →

June 18: Juneteenth Holiday Observed- No School June 19: Juneteenth Holiday June 23 A Perior Final Exam; Half- Day June 24: B and C Period Final Exams; Half Day June 25- Final Exam Make-Ups; Half-Day June 25: Last day of … Continue reading →

On Saturday, June 19th 2021, for the first time, The Commonwealth of Massachusetts will celebrate Juneteenth as an official state holiday. The Town of Amherst, in partnership with The Civil War Tablet Committee and The Mill District, will celebrate Juneteenth … Continue reading →

The warm weather is here! Looking to stay cool this summer in Amherst? Take advantage of our three facilities listed below.   Spray Pad at Groff Park – 83 Mill Ln. – Directions Now Open Daily from 7AM-7PM  Free Step lightly … Continue reading →

Is there a teacher or staff member that has made a difference in your child’s life this year? Or do you know someone who is graduating and you would like to say Thank You! to those who helped them along … Continue reading →

The Amherst Education Foundation is hosting its first ever Mini-Golf Fundraiser! Join us for a fun event that will also have raffles, trivia and refreshments.  June 27th, 2021 All proceeds will go towards funding valuable education grants to public schools in Amherst, Pelham, Leverett and … Continue reading →

Volunteers needed for annual South Amherst event The annual South Amherst July 4th celebration will be held this year on SATURDAY, July 3. This kid-friendly, family event is held each year on the South Amherst common. We are looking for … Continue reading →

The PGO is hosting a staff appreciation breakfast on the last day of school to thank our ARHS staff for their flexibility and hard work during the craziest school year ever. Please consider making a donation to fund this worthy event … Continue reading →

If you missed Graduation at Look Park or simply want to see the recording, the ceremony can be viewed here : https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kT0OCb45f9w; Congradulations to the ARHS Class of 2021!

ARHS is looking for a wide-range of CURRENT 10th and 11th grade students who would be excited to give tours to incoming new students for 3-4 hours one day during the last week of summer break! This is an opportunity … Continue reading →

These offerings are in person. GENERAL INFORMATION  DATES: Classes run Monday-Friday beginning Tuesday, July 6th until Friday, July 30th Last day to register: July 2 Offerings and Other Info: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1iLYE8HPJiog0fclEY0qV43gkmQyhQEyO/view HOW TO REGISTER: ● Complete Summer Registration Form Summer School Registration … Continue reading →

We are organizing our 2021 Portuguese Parent-Child Book Club! A Workshop session will be held in June. Can we count on your participation?!Q U E S T I O N S ? E M A I L  Borgesdemacedod@arps.org Estamos organizando … Continue reading →

June 18: Juneteenth Holiday Observed- No School June 19: Juneteenth Holiday June 23-25- Final Exam Period; Half-Days June 25: Last day of school; Staff Appreciation Breakfast July 2: Last Day to Register for Summer School July 6: Summer School Begins

Effective Monday, June 14th, the Jones Library building will reopen to the public! Our initial hours will be Monday through Saturday from 1pm to 5pm. The Munson Library and North Amherst Library will continue to offer outdoor holds pick-up only. … Continue reading →

Looking to do some theater nearby this summer?  Join the Pelham Players! Actors ages 9-18 are welcome in this free program, and kids of all experience levels are encouraged to join. Join us at our outdoor, distanced planning meeting this … Continue reading →

On Saturday, June 19th 2021, for the first time, The Commonwealth of Massachusetts will celebrate Juneteenth as an official state holiday. The Town of Amherst, in partnership with The Civil War Tablet Committee and The Mill District, will celebrate Juneteenth … Continue reading →

The Amherst Education Foundation is hosting its first ever Mini-Golf Fundraiser! Join us for a fun event that will also have raffles, trivia and refreshments.  June 27th, 2021 All proceeds will go towards funding valuable education grants to public schools in Amherst, Pelham, Leverett and … Continue reading →

Is there a teacher or staff member that has made a difference in your child’s life this year? Or do you know someone who is graduating and you would like to say Thank You! to those who helped them along … Continue reading →

It’s here!  ARHS presents The Sound of Music – a fully-outdoor live musical theater production, just in time to celebrate the end of the school year. Come check out the work of scores of actors, techies, and musicians that have built this wonderful show … Continue reading →

We know it’s been a long and tough year for students as well as a difficult year for staff and teachers. We would like to show our ARHS  staff how much we value them with an end-of-year teacher appreciation breakfast.  … Continue reading →

All seniors are invited to participate in a car parade to celebrate YOU – the Class of 2021 Amherst Regional High School, on Tuesday June 8th at 4PM. Drive yourself, go with your friends or with your family – we … Continue reading →

Class of 2021 Parent Volunteers are working to host an outdoor movie for Seniors on Wednesday, June 9th at 8PM. Bring a chair or a blanket, some school friendly snacks and drinks and your friends and celebrate your last night … Continue reading →

ARHS will hold its graduation at the Look Park  Pines Theatre on Thursday, June 10th at 4PM.  Each student will receive an envelope with 8 tickets at the ice cream social on Friday, June 4th.  If your student needs a … Continue reading →

The Teacher Collaborative is offering FREE College Course Credits! Courses focus on social justice & combating inequality- there is a Humanities course AND a math course available! Each course offers 2 credits from UMASS Boston. Interested? Fill out this form! 

The Next Amherst Hurricanes Athletics Boosters Meeting will be on Tuesday, June 8, 2021, at 6pm via zoom- the link is below.This will be the last, large meeting of the 2020-2021 school year. IF NOTHING ELSE, please mark your calendars, and save … Continue reading →

The long-awaited, delayed by remote learning issue of the ARHS literary magazine – The Minks – is now available online! Thanks to the writers and visual artists who submitted pieces for this issue.

Are you a Junior or Senior looking for fun, flexible summer work? During lunch blocks on Thursday and Friday, members of the Town of Amherst’s Public Health Department, who collaborate with our police department, will be recruiting students for their summer Ambassador program. Students can … Continue reading →

These offerings are in person. GENERAL INFORMATION  DATES: Classes run Monday-Friday beginning Tuesday, July 6th until Friday, July 30th Last day to register: July 2 Offerings and Other Info: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1iLYE8HPJiog0fclEY0qV43gkmQyhQEyO/view HOW TO REGISTER: ● Complete Summer Registration Form Summer School Registration … Continue reading →