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Jones Library Trivia Nights

The Jones Library invites area trivia buffs to an ongoing monthly event. Trivia Night, hosted by Mark “Harpo” Power, will be held on the first Thursday of the month, from 6:30 pm until 8:30 pm. The next trivia night will … Continue reading

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Capital Conversations Talk to MassDOT about transportation investments for your region

What current and future highway projects in your region are important to you? Do you have an innovative idea to maintain our roads and bridges? How important is public transit, pedestrian, or bicycle facilities to you? Do general aviation airports … Continue reading

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Help Us Raise Money For Grants!

We raised over $17K for the ARHS PGO Grants Program last year! Let’s beat that amount this year!! The funds ARHS receives annually from Stop & Shop is limited only by the number of cards we register.  Please take a … Continue reading

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Attention Seniors: ARHS College Night Next Tuesday!

On Tuesday, October 13th, there will be a College Admissions Panel for Seniors and their Parents/Guardians from 7:00 – 8:30 pm in the ARHS cafeteria. This panel is composed of admission professionals from area colleges. They will address questions regarding … Continue reading

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In case you missed it…

In case you missed the PGO presentation at Open House last night, here is the PowerPoint Presentation we presented. 2015 open house slides

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Attention Seniors: Important Dates and College Rep Vists Next Week

The Guidance Department has compiled an list of important dates. To view it, click: Important dates for seniors 16 (1) Below are the college rep visits for next week. Please check Naviance for the complete schedule as well as information … Continue reading

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You’re Invited to Warm Up the Night!

You’re invited to … Warm Up the Night! Eat, Drink and Benefit CHD’s Family Outreach of Amherst Date and time: Thursday, October 22nd 5:30 – 8:30 PM Tickets: $45 per person Location: The tent at the Lord Jeffery Inn 30 … Continue reading

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MIAA App is here

Have you heard? The MIAA App is now available!! Download the MIAA App today! Get access to statewide information about your favorite Massachusetts high school athletic teams and their competitions. With this app FANS can… ● Select your favorite school(s) … Continue reading

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Homecoming Dance Tonight

Homecoming Dance is tonight. What a great way to kick off Homecoming weekend. Tickets are available for purchase at lunch or at the door.

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Homecoming is Saturday, September 26, 2015

A DAY LONG SERIES OF GAMES IN NEARLY ALL SPORTS STARTING AT 1:00 P.M. AND ENDING WITH A 6:30 P.M. FOOTBALL GAME UNDER THE LIGHTS AGAINST NORTHAMPTON NORTHAMPTON HS VS. ARHS VARSITY & ARMS FIELD HOCKEY – 1:00 P.M. EAGLEBROOK … Continue reading

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Principal’s Journal

Did you know Mark Jackson has an online Journal where he posts information of interest to the school and community? To read his reflections, click here.

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Wildwood Study & Town Elementary School Options

From the Superintendent’s Newsletter: The work on the Wildwood Building Project is moving forward and there are upcoming events to share information and gather input from our community. This FAQ document, based on questions that have come from staff, parents/guardians, … Continue reading

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African Scholars Conducting Hillside Pizza Fundraiser to Support Exchange Trip

The African Scholars Program’s Ebola-delayed exchange trip to Senegal and The Gambia is now scheduled for February 2016, and a group of 11 and two teachers are preparing for the experience of a lifetime. A goal of the program is … Continue reading

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Free Screening of “Most Likely to Succeed”

The District will present a free-screening of the documentary “Most Likely to Succeed”, written and directed by Greg Whiteley. The film examines the question of how a public school system that was developed a century ago during the rise of … Continue reading

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Important Info on School Lockers

This is just a reminder for students to purchase locks for their lockers that are the correct size. There is a sample of the correct size lock for your reference in the front office. Also in the front office, we … Continue reading

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Homecoming is next weekend!

Check out the fun-filled schedule of games featuring Field Hockey, Soccer, Volleyball and Football.

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9th Grade and New Family Orintation Information

If you missed the 9th Grade and New Family Parent’s night on September 10, here is the presentation that outlines the information covered.New Student Orientation Presentation Powerpoint

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Get Updates on your favorite High School with the new MIAA APP

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Save the date:

Sept. 24 – Early Decision Workshop for Seniors: 2:30 pm, Chorale Room Sept. 26 – Homecoming: A Day of Varsity Sports (Volunteer here) Sept. 29 – Hampshire County College Fair: 6-8pm, S. Hadley High School Oct. 8 – Open House: … Continue reading

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Attention Seniors!

Next week, College Representatives from the following schools are scheduled to be at ARHS: University of Rhode Island 9/21 8:00 AM Marlboro College 9/22 10:30 AM Yale University 9/23 10:30 AM Fitchburg State University 9/23 1:00 PM The College of … Continue reading

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Coming Together Task Force

The Coming Together: Understanding Racism, Working for Justice and Building Connections project is forming a new task force on how Racism and Climate Change are deeply connected to each other. The group will develop a message for the community and … Continue reading

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Amherst NAACP WALK

The NAACP’s New England Area Conference (NEAC) has organized Unity Walks for Justice, Saturday September 19 to develop a multi-racial, multi-age, significant and diverse participant group to send a powerful message to legislative bodies that a broad cross-section of citizens … Continue reading

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First Admentment Film Festival

  Join us on Tuesday, September 29, 2015 for an event celebrating of our freedom to read – and view – great works of literature at a special double feature movie screening. The movies being screened are based on books … Continue reading

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Coming Together Film Series Presents: Fruitvale Station

The first film series for the new school year is: October 8, 2015, 7 PM at the Jones Library Fruitvale Station– a 2013 feature film, and Sundance Film Festival Winner, about the murder of African American Oscar Grant in 2009 … Continue reading

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School Picture Day

Picture Day is next Thursday, Sept. 17th. Help your students avoid a bad hair day by reminding them on Wednesday night that school pictures will be taken on Thursday. There will be a Picture Retake Day in late October.

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Club/ Activities Fair

Parents remind your student about the Club/Activities Fair next, Friday the 18th during all lunch periods. Being in a club allows your student to make friends, build interpersonal skills, and explore and broaden their interests. During all lunches today, there … Continue reading

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