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Buy a t-shirt to support MPAC scholarships

The Multilingual Parent Advisory Council is selling t-shirts to raise money for scholarships for two graduating seniors who have earned the Seal of Biliteracy. Click here for a flyer with information about how to order a t-shirt and contribute.

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Linguistic Heritage Celebration April 29

Saturday’s Linguistic Heritage Celebration is being moved to Fort River (formerly on the Town Common) because of the rain. We have a great program lined up from 2:30-5:30.  Please come join us! 

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AEF mini-golf fundraiser

Please join the Amherst Education Foundation (AEF) on Sunday, May 21st from 10am-1pm for a fun event that will also have raffles and refreshments. All proceeds will go towards funding valuable education grants to public school teachers and staff in … Continue reading

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For families of seniors: kindergarten photos needed

The ARHS PGO is requesting KINDERGARTEN photos of students in the Senior Class of 2023. The photos will be featured at the Pasta Dinner for the Senior class on Monday, June 5th. Please send a KINDERGARTEN or early elementary photo of … Continue reading

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April 27-29: 39 Steps theater productionApril 29: Linguistic Heritage CelebrationApril 29-30: Amherst Invitational Ultimate TournamentMay 2: Chorale Spring ConcertMay 4: Coffee with the PrincipalMay 4: Hurricane Boosters Summer Kick-offMay 10: NHS deadline for juniorsMay 15: Dine to Donate at Texas … Continue reading

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Message from the Principal

Hello Families & Friends of ARHS, I hope this message finds you all in good health and spirits. Spring is finally here, even though it feels more like summer right now. Our hope is that everyone can enjoy the weather … Continue reading

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For families of juniors

If you have not already done so, please use the links in the 2024 Junior Life After ARHS Overview document to set up a meeting with us. These meetings are available until May 26th.

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Buy a t-shirt to support MPAC scholarships

The Multilingual Parent Advisory Council is selling t-shirts to raise money for scholarships for two graduating seniors who have earned the Seal of Biliteracy. Click here for a flyer with information about how to order a t-shirt and contribute.

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Amherst Invitational Ultimate Tournament 2023

The 30th Amherst Invitational Ultimate Tournament, the longest running tournament in the country, will take place at MacDuffie School in Granby, MA on April 29 to 30, 2023. This highly anticipated event will bring together thirty high school teams and … Continue reading

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Coffee with the Principal May 4

The PGO will host an in-person Coffee with Principal Sadiq from 6:30-7:30 pm on Thursday, May 4 in the ARHS library. The topic for discussion will be the Block Schedule. The PGO will provide refreshments; all parents and guardians are … Continue reading

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April 17-21: Spring breakApril 29-30: Amherst Invitational Ultimate TournamentMay 4: Coffee with the Principal

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Free summer theater program

Pelham Players is a free one-month youth theater program open to everyone in the area. This summer ages 9-18 will be performing You’re a Good Man, Charlie Brown and ages 5-8 a separate show tbd. For more information about this … Continue reading

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For families of incoming 9th graders

If your rising 9th grader has not yet registered for classes please be sure they do this weekend.  The deadline is April 10th!!! Here is the letter that went to all families on Wednesday, March 8th and includes the links to … Continue reading

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Dine out and support the ARHS PGO!

The ARHS PGO is pleased to announce that Garcia’s Mexican Restaurant in Amherst is sponsoring Dine to Donate on Tuesday, April 11. Dine at Garcia’s (or order takeout) and present this flyer, and they will donate 20% of the proceeds … Continue reading

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Culture Night April 11

This Tuesday, April 11, The International Students Club will be hosting Culture Night in the ARHS Cafeteria from 5-8pm. There will be food from various cultures, music, art-based activities, and performances! Tickets are $20 for adults, $10 for students, and … Continue reading

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Coffee with the Principal May 4

The PGO will host an in-person Coffee with Principal Sadiq from 6:30-7:30 pm on Thursday, May 4 in the ARHS library. The topic for discussion will be the Block Schedule. The PGO will provide refreshments; all parents and guardians are … Continue reading

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Student Council Penny Wars

The Class of 2024 Student Council is excited to announce the upcoming Penny Wars at ARHS! Each grade will have a collection jar where students can add pennies or paper bills to gain points. Adding silver coins and checks made out to … Continue reading

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April 7: No schoolApril 7: Last day of EAC textile driveApril 7: Last day to sign up for May 6 SATApril 11: Dine to Donate at Garcia’sApril 11: Culture NightApril 12: MPAC MeetingApril 17-21: Spring break

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Spring nature programs at the Jones Library

Join us from anywhere for two spring nature programs by Mass Audubon, brought to you by the Jones Library via Zoom. The Nature of Spring with the Mass Audubon:  Thursday, April 20 from 2:00 – 3:00 pm Springtime in Massachusetts … Continue reading

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Dine out and support the ARHS PGO!

The ARHS PGO is pleased to announce that Garcia’s Mexican Restaurant in Amherst is sponsoring Dine to Donate on Tuesday, April 11. Dine at Garcia’s (or order takeout) and present this flyer, and they will donate 20% of the proceeds … Continue reading

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MPAC Meeting April 12

The Multilingual Parent Advisory Council (MPAC) is holding its next meeting on April 12. Important Links:

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Environmental Action Club Textile Drive

The EAC is sponsoring a competition between classes to benefit the PGO and to reduce textile waste among students at the school. Textiles are a massive environmental problem worldwide, so the EAC decided to address it locally. We hope to … Continue reading

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For juniors: Spring and summer test dates

Dates for standardized tests (SATs, ACT) can be found on the last pages of the Junior Handbook that was sent to families of juniors in January/February. The following are upcoming dates (signup deadline in parentheses): May 6: SAT, not offered … Continue reading

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Sene-Gambian Scholars Has Exchange Trip Openings

The Sene-Gambian Scholars Program is forming a new cohort of scholars, currently in the 9th, 10th, and 11th grades, who will travel to Senegal and The Gambia in the winter of 2024 and host their peers from those countries in … Continue reading

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Local Vocal Chord Bowl

On April 1st, ARHS will host the Local Vocal Chord Bowl, an acapella singing showcase. It is a fundraiser for the Amherst and Northampton music programs. It will be hosted by the Green Street Brew, which is directed by AHS’s choral … Continue reading

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April 1: Local Vocal Chord BowlApril 7: No schoolApril 7: Last day of EAC textile driveApril 7: Last day to sign up for May 6 SATApril 11: Dine to Donate at Garcia’sApril 12: MPAC MeetingApril 17-21: Spring break

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Trail volunteers needed

The Leveret Trails Committee is looking for youth volunteers to join their committee and/or help out with trail maintenance. Interested students can contact Annaliese Bischoff.

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Teen Poetry Workshop at the Jones Library

Love playing with words and finding new ways to express yourself? On Saturdays from 4-5 pm in April, students from the Amherst College Poetry Club will lead a weekly poetry workshop for middle and high school students. This series that … Continue reading

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MCAS and associated delayed start times

ARHS will be administering MCAS on Tuesday, March 28th and Wednesday, March 29th for all 10th graders.  This means that 9th, 11th and 12th grade students will have a 2.5 hour delay on those days. The first period class will begin … Continue reading

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MCAS practice materials for 10th graders

Students who have tenth-grade English this term will have access to an MCAS review in your current English class. For 10th graders who are NOT in English this semester, here is an MCAS PREP FOR 2023/ELA slide show that includes a summary of … Continue reading

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Dine out and support the ARHS PGO!

The ARHS PGO is pleased to announce that Garcia’s Mexican Restaurant in Amherst is sponsoring Dine to Donate on Tuesday, April 11. Dine at Garcia’s (or order takeout) and present this flyer, and they will donate 20% of the proceeds … Continue reading

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For families of rising 9th graders

Amherst Regional High School is hosting an evening meeting for families of rising 9th graders to learn about course registration on Thursday, March 30th.  Here is the letter that went to all families on Wednesday, March 8th:Course Registration Letter for … Continue reading

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Sene-Gambian Scholars Has Exchange Trip Openings

The Sene-Gambian Scholars Program is forming a new cohort of scholars, currently in the 9th, 10th, and 11th grades, who will travel to Senegal and The Gambia in the winter of 2024 and host their peers from those countries in … Continue reading

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Upcoming school concerts

ARHS Orchestra at Wesley United ChurchFriday, March 24thCall at 5:30 pm, Concert at 7pmWesley United Methodist Church, Hadley ARPS Grades 7-12 Rescheduled Spring Choir ConcertTuesday, March 28thCall at 6pm, Concert at 7pmARHS Auditorium For the downloadable calendar of student performances in … Continue reading

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Local Vocal Chord Bowl

On April 1st, ARHS will host the Local Vocal Chord Bowl, an acapella singing showcase. It is a fundraiser for the Amherst and Northampton music programs. It will be hosted by the Green Street Brew, which is directed by AHS’s choral … Continue reading

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March 24: ARHS Orchestra concertMarch 28, 29: MCAS for 10th gradersMarch 28: ARPS Spring Choir concertMarch 30: Registration info night for rising 9th graders April 1: Local Vocal Chord BowlApril 11: Dine to Donate at Garcia’s

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MCAS and associated delayed start times

ARHS will be administering MCAS on Tuesday, March 28th and Wednesday, March 29th for all 10th graders.  This means that 9th, 11th and 12th grade students will have a 2.5 hour delay on those days. The first period class will begin … Continue reading

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Help fuel our teachers and staff

Thank-you Thursdays are a way to show the staff of ARHS how much we appreciate their work with our students. Sign up here volunteer to bring in treats (homemade or store-bought) on every other Thursday.

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For seniors: Additional scholarship information

The League of Women Voters of Amherst Women’s Right to Vote Scholarship values students who have participated in community service both at school and in the greater community. It is open to all genders. Applicants should complete a short essay … Continue reading

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For families of rising 9th graders

Amherst Regional High School is hosting an evening meeting for families of rising 9th graders to learn about course registration on Thursday, March 30th.  Here is the letter that went to all families on Wednesday, March 8th:Course Registration Letter for … Continue reading

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For families of juniors: check your email!

Parents and guardians of juniors have recently received email from Career and College Adviser Deidre Cuffee-Gray. This email contains valuable information about how to support your junior as they begin to think about their post-ARHS plans. You have also been … Continue reading

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Presentation: How are youth lured into hate online?

On Tuesday, March 21 from 7-8 pm Tony McAleer and Robert Orell will talk about how extremist groups recruit youth, and how to help prevent it and intervene. Both Tony and Robert were themselves recruited into violent ideologies as youth, … Continue reading

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Thanks to Amherst College volunteers

Thirteen members of the Amherst College football team have been volunteering their time on Fridays at the high school. Their focus has been to assist students in math, but they are also mentoring and talking to students about their college … Continue reading

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Free summer program in Computer Science

The UMass Turing Summer Program is a free three-week summer program for High School students interested in or would like to learn about Computer Science and its use to address challenges in healthcare, energy, and many others. The program requires … Continue reading

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March 20: Spring Sports Registration deadlineMarch 21: Presentation on online hateMarch 22: Early releaseMarch 28, 29: MCAS for 10th gradersMarch 30: Registration info night for rising 9th graders

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