Author Archives: Jennifer

The Editors of the PGO blog would like to wish everyone a very happy summer! We will “see” you again in the fall. First day of school is Wednesday, August 29, 2018! Becky, Mare, and Jennifer

The ARHS Parent Guardian Organization is a volunteer group of parents and guardians, and we invite you to join us!  What do we do? We create this newsletter, administer a grant program for staff and students, host events with Principal Jackson and … 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 →

2018-2019 School Calendar School will start on Wednesday, August 29, 2018 for students in grades 1-12.  Preschool and Kindergarten start on Tuesday, September 4, 2018. There will be no school on the day before Thanksgiving. Winter break will begin with an early release … Continue reading →

  If you are a high achieving first generation college applicant, a student of color or a low income student, who takes primarily honors and AP classes, you might want to look at: http://blog.collegegreenlight.com/blog/college-fly-in-diversity-programs/ It is a list of special fly-in … Continue reading →

If you plan to take the August 25 SAT or the September 8 ACT, register online before you forget.  If you qualify for a fee waiver, see Mrs. Cappelli before June 26. Unused fee waivers will expire in August! 

To celebrate the unveiling of a new mural that honors Amherst’s Cambodian community, over 100 people gathered at the high school for a Friday night ceremony, blessing and traditional dancing. Recently graduated senior Augusta Fricke spent nine months working on … Continue reading →

Announcing More Summer Lunch Options for Kids and their Grown-Ups … Free summer lunch for kids and teens 18 and under is available on Tuesdays at the Jones Library in the Woodbury Room following the  morning youth programs. Adult meals … Continue reading →

UMass’ Baby Berk Food Trucks will be providing FREE SUMMER MEALS! The meals are available to all kids and teens (18 and under). No ID necessary. No registration required. The UMass Baby Berk Food Truck will be providing meals at the following … Continue reading →

On Thursday, June 21, ARHS parents and guardians will thank the enitre staff for their work with a scrumptous luncheon catered by Wheelhouse Farm. Here are several ways you can show your appreciation for our amazing staff and help with … Continue reading →

PLEASE NOTE:  Students not participating in MCAS testing will have late arrival on all MCAS testing days, and should report to school as follows: Wednesday June 6 – 9:45 a.m. Thursday, June 7 – 9:45 a.m. The MCAS Science and … 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

This is to share some information concerning seniors and graduation week. Hopefully, it will help to make this happy occasion a little less stressful for everyone. As you know, the graduation ceremony will be held at 6:00 p.m. on Friday, … Continue reading →

Don’t let bugs keep you inside! Take a few simple steps and have a fun and healthy season.  Click here to download the flyer: Tick info – MDPH

June 1 – Fall Sports Registration Opens Online June 6 – MCAS Sci/ Tech Testing; 2 Hr. Delay for Non- Test Takers June 7 – MCAS Sci/ Tech Testing; 2 Hr. Delay for Non- Test Takers June 7 – Symphony … Continue reading →

Please consider joining in the 35 year-old tradition of throwing a SAFE Party for the Graduating Seniors and their invited guests. We need volunteers at the event to help with registration, security, monitoring games, shuttle, set-up and clean-up, first aid, … Continue reading →

June 1 – Last day of school for seniors June 8 – Graduation For Juniors: June 2 – SAT @ ARHS  (Register by 5/3) June 9 – ACT July 14 – ACT August 25 – SAT and Subject Tests @ … Continue reading →

Western Massachusetts Writing Project Summer Youth Writing Programs: Write. Find your voice. Change the world. E452 South College, University of Massachusetts Amherst For more information, e-mail wmwp@english.umass.edu or call (413) 545-5466 To register or apply for a scholarship, visit the … Continue reading →

Amherst Regional High School students recently won a number of awards from the New England Scholastic Press Association (NESPA), housed at Boston University’s School of Communication. Thousands of students and hundreds of newspapers from all over New England enter their … Continue reading →

For Seniors: May 10 – May 24- Prom Tickets on Sale Prom Permission Slips are available before and after school in guidance, the main office and room 155.  Please know that everyone  who plans on attending the prom must have … Continue reading →

We would love you all to come and celebrate with our students and their families.  We invite all staff to join students on stage to collectively show our support for their future and well-being!  We hope to see you all … Continue reading →

May 11 – Talent Show, Latino Achievement Night; DTE Performance May 12 – 13- Amherst Invitational May 17 – 19- Student Written Play Festival May 18 – Black Scholars Rising Showcase 6PM May 22 – Regional School Committee Meeting 6:30 … Continue reading →

Starlight Express is a rock musical by Andrew Lloyd Webber (Phantom of the Opera, Cats, Jesus Christ Superstar). In the story, a child’s train set magically comes to life, and the various engines compete to become the “Fastest Engine in the … Continue reading →

On Thursday, January 26,2018, the ARHS PGO sponsored an evening meeting meeting where the ARHS math teachers and administrators updated the community on our implementation of the Massachusetts State Frameworks using the Interactive Math Program (IMP). The evening doubled as … Continue reading →

Please consider joining in the 35 year-old tradition of throwing a safe Party for the Graduating Seniors and their invited guests. EVENT PLANNING MEETING: Date: Monday, April 9th Time: 7-8 PM Place: ARHS Room 114 Who: Parents and Guardians of all grade … Continue reading →

July 9, 2018 – August 3, 2018 The Summer School Registration is now open. Information can be found at: http://www.arps.org/resources/summer_school_program Please note that Breakfast and Lunch are included at no-cost for all students who enroll in Summer School for at least one … Continue reading →

Saturday, April 7th — 7:00 pm — ARHS Auditorium The Green Street Brew, a local adult acapella group that includes ARHS math teacher Geoff Friedman and ARHS staff Andrea Dustin – under the direction of our very own Todd Fruth – presents … Continue reading →

When: April 12, 2018  5:45 pm-7:30 pm Where:  ARHS Library RSVP requested* In honor of Autism Awareness Month, SEPAC (Special Education Parent Advisory Committee)  and the Amherst-Pelham Regional Schools have teamed up to host an Autism Awareness Night. Current high … Continue reading →

For Seniors: April 2 – ARHS Scholarship Application Deadline April 5 – MEFA “after the Acceptance” program about comparing financial aid awards and making college decisions May 1 – FAFSA filing deadline for eligibility for Mass grant, available only to … Continue reading →

April 4 – Early Release April 6 – Blood Drive April 7 – Local Vocal Chord Bowl, 7 PM April 9 – P2 Grades Distributed April 10 – Regional School Committee Meeting 6:30 PM April 11 – Wind Ensemble Chamber … Continue reading →

Dear ARPS Parents and Guardians: In the wake of the tragedy in Parkland, Florida, school safety and advocacy have been on all of our minds.  Many of you are aware of a national advocacy effort planned for March 14.  Please … Continue reading →

The ARHS Theater Company presents The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee! This Tony Award-winning musical follows the quirky, heartbreaking, and hilarious lives of middle schoolers competing in a spelling bee. ARHS’s unique immersive staging of the show is guaranteed … Continue reading →

 Just about two-thirds of your junior year is now complete.  If you aren’t thinking about what you want to do after graduation yet, this is a good time to start thinking about it.  Complete the Junior Questionnaire for College Conference … Continue reading →

For Seniors: March 22 – Reality Fair Permission Slips Due Late March – HCC Foundation Scholarship Deadline April 2 – ARHS Scholarship Application Deadline April (TBA) – MEFA “after the Acceptance” program about comparing financial aid awards and making college … Continue reading →

Basic Rights in Special Education.  Monday March 12, 2018 @ 5:00 PM, ARHS Library.  Please mark your calendars and join us for this informative workshop for parents and professionals. RSVP to SEPAC@ARPS.org or call (413) 687-4255. Derechos básicos en educación especial. … Continue reading →

March 9 – 11 – ARHS Theater Company presents The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee March 10 – 13 – Boys Ultimate Tryouts March 12– Basic Rights in Special Education, 5:00pm, ARHS Library March 13 – Last Day to Register … Continue reading →

The National Association for College Admission Counseling will be hosting their annual college fair at the Big E in Springfield on April 9th. There will be hundreds of colleges and universities represented. Find more information at: https://www.nacacfairs.org/attend/national-college-fairs/springfield-college-fair/

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from Dr. Michael Morris: Dear ARPS Families and Staff: As you may be aware, the road conditions across the four towns that comprise ARPS are often quite different.  Today has been a good example of a time when the driving conditions … Continue reading →

The senior exam exemption is designed to encourage students to stay academically focused during their last semester at ARHS.  Students who meet the criteria below will be exempted from taking final exams during the spring semester.  The exemption does not … Continue reading →

Monday March 12, 2018 @ 5:00 PM, ARHS Library.  Please mark your calendars and join us for this informative workshop for parents and professionals. RSVP to SEPAC@ARPS.org or call (413) 687-4255. Basic Rights in Special Education – English Basic Rights in … Continue reading →

  February 19 – 23 – Winter Break February 28 – Early Release Day March 7-10 – ARHS Musical- The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee March 9 – Teacher Curriculum Day- No School March 10 – March 13- Boys … Continue reading →

If you will be 18 on or by March 27 you can vote, IF you have registered. The registration deadline is March 7.  Visit https://www.sec.state.ma.us/ovr/ to register online. The process is simple if you have a RMV driver’s license. You are still able to register … Continue reading →

Join Amherst Education Foundation for an evening of celebration, fun, and food as we honor the 9 principals from the Amherst Regional Public School District and Union 28 School District along with our community champion Florence Bank. Our principal honorees … Continue reading →

Deadline approaching!  March 1, 2018 is the last day to sign up for Mr. Jean’s European trip this coming June.  We are traveling to Greece, Italy and Spain for 12 days and there are a few more available spots for students and/or … Continue reading →

The flu is a contagious respiratory illness caused by influenza viruses that infect the nose, throat, and sometimes the lungs. It can cause mild to severe illness. The best way to prevent the flu is by getting a flu vaccine … Continue reading →

SAT Test Dates 2017-18 (U.S.) Test Date Normal Deadline Late Registration Online Scores March 10, 2018 At ARHS (no subject tests) February 9, 2018 Feb 23, 2018 March 29, 2018 May 5, 2018 At Northampton HS April 6, 2018 April … Continue reading →

February 1- Spring Sports Registration Begins February 7 – Early Release Day February 12- S1 Grades Distributed February 15 – Course Registration Coffee with Assistant Principal Ericka Alschuler February 15 – Symphonic Orchestra Concert: 7pm in auditorium February 19 – … Continue reading →

WinterFest Amherst, Feb. 3-10, 2018, is the largest winter festival in Western Mass, featuring over 40 events including music, food, sports, recreation and community activities. [see note above] Among this year’s highlights are 10 events on the first day, including … Continue reading →

Join us on Thursday, February 8, 2018 at 7:00 pm in the Woodbury Room for the next event in this ongoing film and discussion series that may educate, touch your heart, and inspire you to action to help dismantle racism. In this … Continue reading →