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The Special Education Parent Advisory Council (SEPAC) has invited School Committee Candidates (election held this November) to come to our next board meeting, Friday, October 4, 9:00-10:30am at Crocker Farm Elementary School.  Please join us so you can hear directly … Continue reading →

All families may pre-order the 2020 Goldbug Yearbook starting  October 1st at arps.picaboo.com, and will last until April 1st.  After April 1st, you must pay for shipping. ALL ordering is done online!  Notes for ALL STUDENTS:  WE NEED YEARBOOK STAFF! … Continue reading →

Hello Parents and Guardians of ARHS Class of 2020 Students, This is Deidre Cuffee-Gray, the College and Career Advisor, emailing to check in with you regarding the college planning and  “Life after ARHS” process here at Amherst Regional High School. … Continue reading →

Juniors are recommended to  take the PSAT during the school day at ARHS on Wednesday, October 16th. The PSAT is a practice version of the SAT, which most juniors will take in spring. The PSAT is also the qualifying test … Continue reading →

October 4, 2019 Girls Soccer (JV)vs. Chicopee    4pm Field Hockey (V)@ Southwick   4pm Volleyball (JV)vs. Longmeadow  5pm Field Hockey@ Southwick  5:30pm Volleyball (V)vs. Longmeadow 6pm Football vs. Taconic7  pm Girls Soccer (V)vs. Chicopee 7pm   OCTOBER 5, 2019 … Continue reading →

Every year we ask all families attending schools in Amherst-Pelham Regional Schools to fill out our Military Families Survey.  The survey is required by the state and helps to identify students who may be eligible for scholarships based on the … Continue reading →

Amherst, MA – Does the college admissions process seem overwhelming and confusing?  And just what do those initials mean?  Jill Margaret Shulman, author of College Admissions Cracked, will shed a light on the process for parents of the college-bound in a … Continue reading →

Celebrate our Future! Come and enjoy a breakfast buffet and help us show gratitude to our past board president Tom Crossman for his many years of service and dedication to the Amherst Boys & Girls Club, and welcome Kim Alli … Continue reading →

Any students interested in entering a New York Times Personal Narrative Essay Contest for Students? Tell a Short Story About a Meaningful Life Experience in 600 words or fewer. Contest closes October 29. For more details and model essays, check … Continue reading →

5K Run (or walk) to support Amherst A Better Chance on October 19, 2019 and enjoy a cup of cider at the finish line! The walk begins at 9:30 am and the run begins at 10:00 am. Both start at … Continue reading →

MARK YOUR CALENDARS for the 25th Annual AEF Trivia Bee: Thursday, October 24th, 2019 from 6:00 – 9:00 p.m. at the Amherst Middle School Auditorium hosted by Mindy Domb, State Representative, 3rd Hampshire District, MA! Doors open at 5:30 pm for … Continue reading →

The Amherst Board of Registrars will hold a voter registration session on Wednesday, October 16, 2019 at the Town Clerk’s Office, Town Hall, from 8:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m.  This is the last day to register to vote for the … Continue reading →

Here’s an easy way to support ARHS online – at no cost to you! Do you shop at Stop & Shop? Do you have a loyalty card? Join the 2,400 other ARHS parents, staff, and alumni who have registered their cards … Continue reading →

Oct 3- ARHS Open House Oct 10- Performing Arts Gala 6:30 – 9PM Oct 14- Indigenous People’s Day- No School Oct 16- PSATS Administered at ARHS Oct 23- Early Release Oct 24- Summit Academy Open House Oct 24-26- ARHS Theater … Continue reading →

School Spirit week/Homecoming is a grassroots effort put forth by parents, coaches, students and staff to celebrate all our kid’s passions. Our committee is excited to highlight music, dance, theater, art, singing and athletics from grades K-12. We would like … Continue reading →

Sunday, 9/22:  Kick-off Party at ARHS 4:30 PM Monday, 9/23:  ARHS Golf 4 PM; Amherst Golf Club; Volleyball 6PM at ARHS; Boys Soccer 5 PM at NHS Tuesday, 9/24- Boys/Girls Cross Country 4PM (@ARHS); Field Hockey 4PM (@HHS); Girls Soccer … Continue reading →

ARPS PGO Fall Public Meeting September 28th at 3:00 PM The Works- Downtown Amherst Meeting Agenda Introductions Individual School Updates Election of President, Vice President, Treasurer, Secretary, Officers Annual Taxes and State Filings Group Fundraisers: UMACC (United Way), Giving Tuesday, … Continue reading →

Meet the Team is scheduled for Monday, September 23, 2019 at 6:30 PM – 7:30 PM in the Amherst-Peham Regional High School Library (21 Mattoon Street, Amherst, MA 01002).  This event is open to all district families with a student a IEP or 504 plan.  Details … Continue reading →

Members of the Class of 2020 will wash your car this Saturday anytime from 9-1pm at Jones Group Realtors across from the ARHS track. Please support the Class of 2020 and get your car washed on Saturday.

There was an error in the previous announcement regarding the cost of the PSAT test, which will be administered here at ARHS on Wednesday October 16th.  The cost for the 2019-20 test is $17 (not $16).  Juniors who receive free/reduced … Continue reading →

Amherst Regional Public Schools will host a Puerto Rico Day Celebration on Monday, September 23rd from 12:30 – 1:30 PM at the Amherst Town Hall. The ceremony will include the raising of the Puerto Rican flag, a reading of the … Continue reading →

SEPTEMBER 20, 2019 Field Hockey (V) vs. Mahar 4pm Girls Soccer (JV) vs. Monson 4pm Field Hockey (JV) vs. Mahar 5:15pm Girls Soccer (V) vs. Monson 7pm Football @ East Longmeadow 7pm SEPTEMBER 21, 2019 Boys and Girls XC Amherst … Continue reading →

Celebrate our Future! Come and enjoy a breakfast buffet and help us show gratitude  to our past board president Tom Crossman for his many years of service and dedication to the Amherst Boys & Girls Club, and welcome Kim Alli … Continue reading →

5K Run (or walk) to support Amherst A Better Chance on October 19, 2019 and enjoy a cup of cider at the finish line! The walk begins at 9:30 am and the run begins at 10:00 am. Both start at … Continue reading →

Amherst, MA – Need help staying organized? Join us for this helpful workshop in the Woodbury Room of the Jones Library at 6:30 pm on Tuesday, October 1, 2019. Join us to learn about bullet journaling in this hands-on workshop. … Continue reading →

Amherst, MA – Does the college admissions process seem overwhelming and confusing?  And just what do those initials mean?  Jill Margaret Shulman, author ofCollege Admissions Cracked, will shed a light on the process for parents of the college-bound in a … Continue reading →

PSAT’s will be administered here at ARHS on Wednesday October 16th. Pre-registration will start this Monday (9/16) for all of the 11th graders interested in taking them. Students can pre-register in room 207 or room 309. The cost is $16, and … Continue reading →

MARK YOUR CALENDAR! Admission is FREE! We encourage donations to Amherst Education Foundation at the door! All proceeds benefit our public schools. DOORS OPEN AT 5:30 PM Enjoy a fun evening that includes costumes, raffle prizes, refreshments, an audience trivia … Continue reading →

Amherst, MA – Does the college admissions process seem overwhelming and confusing?  And just what do those initials mean?  Jill Margaret Shulman, author ofCollege Admissions Cracked, will shed a light on the process for parents of the college-bound in a … Continue reading →

Principal Gene Jones will host his first Coffee and Conversation with the Principal on Wednesday, September 18th at 7PM in the ARHS Library.  He will be updating the ARHS Community on his thoughts and priorities about the year ahead. Light … Continue reading →

School Spirit week/Homecoming is a grassroots effort put forth by parents, coaches, students and staff to celebrate all our kid’s passions. Our committee is excited to highlight music, dance, theater, art, singing and athletics from grades K-12. We would like … Continue reading →

Amherst Regional Public Schools will host a Puerto Rico Day Celebration on Monday, September 23rd from 12:30 – 1:30 PM at the Amherst Town Hall. The ceremony will include the raising of the Puerto Rican flag, a reading of the … Continue reading →

Sunday, 9/22:  Kick-off Party at ARHS 4:30 PM Monday, 9/23:  ARHS Golf 4 PM; Amherst Golf Club; Volleyball 6PM at ARHS; Boys Soccer 5 PM at NHS Tuesday, 9/24- Boys/Girls Cross Country 4PM (@ARHS); Field Hockey 4PM (@HHS); Girls Soccer … Continue reading →

AMHERST-PELHAM REGIONAL HIGH SCHOOL is happy to offer a Conditioning Program for the Fall 2019 season The Athletic Department is sponsoring an eight week conditioning program for indoor track, basketball, skiing, and anyone else who wants to get into shape. … Continue reading →

Seniors are reminded to complete the “Senior Questionnaire for College Conference 2020” so that they are prepared to schedule individual Senior College Planning Meetings beginning the week of September 16th. And, of course, the lime green form!

In October ARHS will be hosting students from Australia. We are still in need of 2 more host families. The dates of the visit are October 2nd – October 5th .Any questions, please see Mr. Sadiq. Thank you

The Amherst A Better Chance Program is welcoming two new 9th graders Scholars this year. ABC is looking for host families for these young men. Host families open their homes and their hearts to the Scholars who live with their … Continue reading →

The Massachusetts Department of Children and Families (DCF) offers a unique opportunity for community volunteers to make a difference in a foster child’s life. For a few hours of your time each month, you can participate on a panel called … Continue reading →

Audition for LSSE’s Matilda the Musical on September 13, 14, 15, with callbacks September 16.  The production will be staged in January 2020. To make an appointment call Amherst Leisure Services at 413-259-3065. If you haven’t signed up for your audition slot … Continue reading →

The Amherst BID’s Annual Celebrate Amherst Block Party Celebrates the Businesses, Culture & Community of Downtown Amherst on September 19, 2019 from 5:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. Music at the Futurliner Stage with WRSI’s DJ Kaliis and at The River … Continue reading →

Amherst, MA – Get informed during Climate Preparedness Week, as Dyan deNapoli, also known as The Penguin Lady, presents a program titled Global Warming: A Problem for Penguins at the Jones Library on Saturday, September 28 at 2:30 pm in … Continue reading →

The Hurricane Open is a great way to enjoy an afternoon of golf and more while helping Amherst High Athletics.   The 10th annual event will be held this Saturday, August 24th from 1-7 PM 1:00 REGISTRATION 2:00 SHOTGUN START 5:00 … Continue reading →

The Amherst Regional High School Parent/Guardian Organization (ARHS PGO) welcomes you to the 2019-2020 Academic Year. We are a volunteer group of parents and guardians, and invite you to join us! The mission of the ARHS PGO is to: promote … Continue reading →

Bus routes are now posted on the district website. You can access them here: http://www.arps.org/district/transportation/bus-routes Las rutas de autobús están ahora disponibles en la página web del distrito. Puede acceder a ellos aquí: http://www.arps.org/district/transportation/bus-routes

 We are pleased to announce that the Amherst Regional Public Schools will provide a Chromebook to ARHS students in grades 9-12.   Parents and guardians of new students must be present to sign an agreement before students can receive their Chromebook.  … Continue reading →

September 23-27 is Spirit Week. Details are forthcoming. Spirit Week will begin with a kick-off party from 4-7 pm on Sunday, September 22. Also new this year will be a Bonfire on September 26 @ 8 pm. Activities will conclude on … Continue reading →

On Monday, Tuesday, Thursday and Friday, all faculty are available in their classrooms to work with students from 2:20 to 3:00 pm. On Wednesdays, teachers have professional development obligations and, therefore, will not be available to students. There are no … Continue reading →

The Amherst, Pelham and the Amherst-Pelham Regional School Districts are “allergy aware” schools. Families and personnel are respectfully asked to refrain from bringing nuts or foods processed with nuts in lunches and snacks. We have many students with serious nut … Continue reading →

The state now requires all schools to provide 9th grade students with a preliminary drug and alcohol screening. The process is known as SBIRT [Screening, Brief Intervention, Referral to Treatment]. Our nurses have been trained to administer it. SBIRT focuses … Continue reading →

The Amherst Boys & Girls Club is pleased to announce our After School  Program for 2019 – 2020.  The Program will start on Wednesday. August 28th. The Program is open to all children ages 6 to 18.  The Program will … Continue reading →