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ARHS runs one major fundraiser a year through the Stop&Shop A+ Rewards program. The program kicks off next week and it is a super easy way to raise money – at no cost to you! Last year ARHS earned over … Continue reading →

Dear families, Each year, Florence Bank gives away $100,000 to community non-profits through its Community Choice grants program. Florence Bank customers vote for the non-profit of their choice & all non-profits getting at least 50 votes receive a grant.  The … Continue reading →

Come cheer along the volleyball team on Tuesday, October 16th.  Doors open at 4:45 p.m. – JV game is at 5 p.m., Varsity game is at 6:30 p.m. This is the annual Spike it for Life match up vs. Belchertown!  … Continue reading →

Your are invited to the Basic Rights Workshop hosted by the APRS SEPAC on Monday, October 22nd from 6-8 PM in the ARHS Library.

Student Parking Permit Applications are now available in the Deans Office, room 168. Seniors have first priority. Juniors who are school choice, have work study, internships or college courses during the school day may also apply.  You must submit a … Continue reading →

College Visits to ARHS are ongoing. All visits take place in the Guidance Office, Room 101, at the High School. Please sign up for visits in Naviance.  The schedule of visits can be found at: here. Oct 9 – ARHS … Continue reading →

The last day to register to vote in the general election on November 6th is Wednesday, Oct 17. REQUIRED EARLY VOTING SITE Town Hall, 4 Boltwood Ave – October 22, 23, 24, 25, 26, 29, 30, 31, November 1 & … Continue reading →

Treat yourself to an unforgettable slideshow as Peter Christoph shares his experiences looking for wildlife, by land and by boat, at the beautiful and pristine Quabbin Reservoir.  The photographic presentation will take place at 2:30 pm at the Jones Library … Continue reading →

Over the summer, the Fort River School Building Committee has continued to make progress with its feasibility study. The  results of the indoor air quality study performed by ATC Group Services of West Springfield showed that the levels of asbestos, … Continue reading →

Registration is now open for our 2018 Fall Foliage 5K walk/run taking place on October 20th. Get some exercise, take in the beautiful western MA scenery, and support a good cause Click here to register. About the walk/run An Amherst … Continue reading →

Wednesday, October 17, 2018 The Lord Jeffery Inn 30 Boltwood Avenue, Amherst Warm Up the Night! transforms a festive and warm tent at the Lord Jeffery Inn into a strolling culinary extravaganza. Join our guests as they wander the tent … Continue reading →

Join us on Friday, October 26, 2018, for Feed the Spirit, an evening of community, delicious food, and entertainment to benefit the Amherst Survival Center. The event will be held at the newly renovated Old Chapel on the UMass campus … Continue reading →

September 13, 2018 Dear ARHS Parents and Guardians, The purpose of this letter is to update the ARHS community on our Chromebook distribution effort. To recap, our school district has provided a Chromebook for all students in grades 9 – … Continue reading →

Monday: Pajama day – Wear your pajamas or sweatpants (Leggings will not be counted) Tuesday: Class Color Day –       Freshman = Orange       Sophomore = Yellow        Juniors = Blue (not including jeans)       Seniors = Pink       Teachers = Green … Continue reading →

PSAT registration is now open. The test will be given October 10th during school. The cost is $16.00, payable by check or cash. Sophomores and juniors are welcome to register.  This fee is waived for juniors (only) who qualify for … 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 →

What is vaping and Juuling, what are the health risks for teens, and what can parents do to prevent their kids from vaping ?   Juuling (e-cigarette) and marijuana use among youth has increased dramatically in Hampshire and Franklin counties, … Continue reading →

College Visits to ARHS All visits take place in the Guidance Office, Room 101, at the High School. Please sign up for visits in Naviance. Additional visits can be found at: here. September 17th Stony Brook University, State University of … Continue reading →

Amherst, MA – Explore some of the history of voter suppression in this country and take a look at the current state of things at this presentation by Jim Lemkin on Tuesday, September 11, 2018 at 7 pm in the … Continue reading →

Once again, Amherst Leisure Services Community Theater (ALSCT) is creating a fabulous, large-scale musical, with lavish sets and costumes, a full live orchestra, and enthusiastic audiences fill the 600-seat UMass Bowker Auditorium for nine performances in January. This year, we’ll be presenting PETER PAN, … Continue reading →

Join the fun and Celebrate Amherst! September 20th from 5 – 9 pm North Pleasant Street in Amherst Live Music • Street Food • Show Circus Acrobats • Entertainers • Dancers • UMass & Amherst College Basketball Teams • Children’s … Continue reading →

Please join us Wednesday, October 17, 2018 at The Lord Jeffery Inn, 30 Boltwood Avenue, Amherst, MA 01002, as we gather to support struggling families in Amherst. Warm Up the Night! transforms a festive and warm tent at the Lord Jeffery Inn into a strolling culinary … Continue reading →

AEF brings  you an education forum with the at-large candidates for Amherst Town Council: Alisa Brewer  –  Robert Greeney  –  Mandi Jo Hanneke Robert Kusher –  Jim Pistrang  –  Andy Steinberg Tuesday, October 2 from 7 -9PM Amherst Regional Middle … Continue reading →

Amherst, MA – As 2018 marks the 200th anniversary of the publication of Frankenstein by Mary Shelley, the Jones Library celebrates her contribution to literature and the arts with special programming for all ages during the month of October in … Continue reading →

Enjoy a fun evening that includes costumes, raffle prizes, refreshments, an audience trivia game, and prizes. Admission is FREE but we encourage donations benefiting Amherst Education Foundation and our public schools. DOORS OPEN AT 5:30 PM THE YOUTH ROUND! It’s back! We will have … Continue reading →

Welcome to the academic year 2018-2019, and the return of the ARHS PGO Parent News! Our newsletter will arrive in your inbox every Friday morning, packed with valuable information about events, deadlines, schedules, community events, sports news, opportunities etc… If … Continue reading →

The first day of school​ for all students in grades 1-12 is Wednesday, August 29​. The day’s schedule is below: 1. 9​th​ grade students​ will report directly to their advisories​ at 7:45 am. 2. New students​(grades 10 – 12) will … Continue reading →

I Important Ideas: A. Are Summit Academy and ARHS one school or two separate schools within the same building? ​ An important relocation goal is for Summit Academy to maintain its identity as a separate school. There will be many … Continue reading →

Join friends & school staff at the community’s Welcome Back to School Party on August 28th from 5:00 PM – 6:30 PM on the Amherst Town Common. Enjoy fun activities like art, games, food, music and more! This event is … Continue reading →

​​​​​​​We are pleased to announce that the Amherst Regional Public Schools will provide a Chromebook to all ARHS students in grades 9-11. Chromebooks will be distributed to parents/guardians on: Thursday, August 23rd from 9:00 – 1:00;  and, Friday, August 24th … Continue reading →

ARHS (and ARMS) bus routes/ schedules are now available: Middle/ High School Bus Routes Routes for the other schools can be found at:  http://www.arps.org/district/transportation/bus-routes

Hurricane Open 2018 SUNDAY, August 26 at 12:30 pm The Hurricane Open is a great way to enjoy an afternoon of golf and more while helping Amherst High School Athletics. The cost to play is $160/per person $640/ per team. … Continue reading →

Please join us Friday August 24th at 4:00 pm, at Community Field in Amherst. the ARHS football team will scrimmage, followed by the Battle of the Badges, where Amherst Fire Department and Amherst Police Department will compete in a flag … Continue reading →

SENIORS: On the first day of school, you will receive a handbook about the college admissions process. Read it carefully and keep it for reference. Note the calendar of admissions events and deadlines on the back cover. Also look through … Continue reading →

Amherst Town Clerk Margaret Nartowicz is seeking election workers for the upcoming double elections on September 4th and November 6th. All new election workers are required to attend training prior to working an election. Workers must be registered to vote … Continue reading →

Amherst, MA – Explore some of the history of voter suppression in this country and take a look at the current state of things at this presentation by Jim Lemkin on Tuesday, September 11, 2018 at 7 pm in the … Continue reading →

Registration is now open for the September 23, 2018 Household Hazardous Waste Day . Products containing lead, mercury, petroleum products, pesticides, herbicides, and some acids should NOT be poured on the ground, down the drain, or placed in household trash. … Continue reading →

A huge thank you to everyone who helped make the Post Graduation Senior Party such a tremendous success.  With all your help and support 160 Seniors and their guests donned their class of 2018 t-shirts and  had a great night … Continue reading →

Graduation rehearsal will be held at 8 a.m. on June 8th at the Mullins Center. All graduating seniors must attend this rehearsal, which will last approximately two hours. Please enter the Mullins Center via the ground level doors on the … Continue reading →

Hello friends! HELP! MANY MORE adult volunteers are needed for Project Graduation (Senior Party)! Please click below to sign up for a shift or two. There are lots of different options … entertainment, activities, food, pool party chaperones, first aid, … Continue reading →

Join the ARPS Community for a Celebration of Cambodian Heritage on June 15th from 6-8 PM in the ARHS Cafeteria.  The event will feature blessings by a local monk, Music, Dancing and Mural reveal. Please bring food or drink to … Continue reading →

Thursday, June 14, 2018  B review (during regular Day 4 schedule) Friday, June 15, 2018  B-Period Exam 7:45-9:45 (120 minutes) A-Period Review 9:50-10:45 (55 minutes) E-Period Review Lunch 1: 10:50-11:20 F-Period Review 12:25-1:20 (55 minutes) G-Period Review 1:25-2:20 (55 minutes) … Continue reading →

Online fall sports registration is now open. Ensure a smooth start to the fall season by registering NOW. Current sport physical forms should be on file with the school nurse before the first day of tryouts. Please call the nurse’s … Continue reading →

Recognize teachers and staff at the end of the year with a gift in their honor! Now is the time to let teachers and staff members know how much your appreciate their hard work, expertise, care, and dedication. You can … Continue reading →

June 12th at 3:15 PM Location: The Works, downtown Amherst Agenda Introductions Individual School Updates Taxes and State Filings Group Fundraisers -UMACC (United Way) -Valley Gives -Florence Bank -Amazon Smile Other Business not anticipated by the chair Adjourn  

Now you can drop your clothing and other textiles into collection bins located at each school. Convenient and easy! The collections are weighed weekly and each school’s PGO will receive a check based on the bulk weight. Help the ARHS … Continue reading →

Amherst has begun the process of creating an economic development strategy. The town has engaged the Pioneer Valley Planning Commission as consultants to report on key economic indicators, an analysis of the retail market, and strengths, weaknesses, opportunities and threats … Continue reading →

Good Morning, I am happy to announce that Talib Sadiq has accepted my offer to fill the ARHS Assistant Principal position. The superintendent has also confirmed Talib’s appointment. To the position, Talib brings a long commitment to the students of … Continue reading →

Underclass people can pick up their yearbooks on Friday, May 25 (Thursday, May 24 for Seniors) after school in room 193. A few extra yearbooks are available starting Tuesday after school only to seniors for $50. After June 1, if … Continue reading →

It’s time for the 33rd Annual Student-Written Play Festival!  Featuring 10 and 1-minute works by nearly 20 ARHS playwrights and staged by a cast of nearly 50(!) actors, this is the Theater Company’s last stage show of the year.  Tickets … Continue reading →