Author Archives: Mare

The 8th Annual Rotary Auction is beginning soon. Proceeds from the event support so many important community efforts. The auction will be held on November 13, 6pm-9 pm and November 14, 12 pm– 9 pm. Visit amherstrotaryauction.org for more information. … Continue reading →

Do you have an ARHS teen that wants to go to college? When should you start preparing?  How and when do you prepare for SAT’s and ACT’s? Are you terrified of the whole thing? Well, we’ve got good news for … Continue reading →

We (Becky and Mare) are looking for one (or two) more volunteers to help us with our efforts to keep ARHS folks informed. We’d train you this Winter; it’s pretty easy and low-key, and can be done from home in … Continue reading →

Yearbook order forms have been mailed to seniors and juniors. They were distributed in advisories to 9th graders and sophomores. Order forms are due October 30th. Yearbooks are $65, $55 for reduced lunch students, $50 for free lunch students. Parent congratulations … Continue reading →

Donations of new children’s books (ages 0-18), games (board, dice, card, video), and warm winter accessories (hats, mittens, gloves, neck warmers) are needed for children whose families use the Amherst Survival Center’s Food Pantry. You can bring your donations directly … Continue reading →

Jasmine Angela Robinson, the recipient of this year’s Roger L. Wallace Excellence in Teaching Award will be honored at a dinner on Sunday, November 8, 2015 from 5-7 pm. The dinner will be held in Sebring Hall on the Amherst … Continue reading →

Nov. 4 – PGO Meeting: 8:10 AM, Room 13 – All Welcome! Nov. 6 – Bomba Concert, 7:30 pm, ARHS Nov. 7 – Hurricane Revisioning Summit, 9:00 AM – 3:00 PM, ARMS Nov. 11 – Veterans Day: No School Nov. … Continue reading →

The Stand with Malala Fund empowers adolescent girls through secondary education. Just enter your info below, and we’ll send you a bag, postage-paid. Fill it with gently used kids’ and women’s clothing and leave it for your mail carrier. We’ll … Continue reading →

The District is currently exploring the possibility of consolidating the Regional Middle and High Schools into a singe building. This exploration is the result of a significant funding gap at the Regional level, a declining student population and questions from … Continue reading →

Please take a look in your closets for any gently used items for children and adults. We are looking for coats, snow pants, snow boots, hats, mittens, gloves, scarves and snowsuits. Items can be dropped off until November 6th in … Continue reading →

Please note that school cancellations and delays are determined on a district by district basis.  For the Amherst-Pelham school district, call 362-1898. You can also check the district home page or the cancellation websites of local television stations:  Channel 22 … Continue reading →

Wednesday, October 21, 2105 is an early release day. Students are dismissed at 12:00 pm

Local friends with kids in the Amherst schools, there are 3 big projects happening-or being considered this fall. Now is a good time to pay attention, get your questions answered and make sure your voice is heard. 1) Wildwood School … Continue reading →

Oct. 21 – Pre-K to 12 Regionalization Leverett Forum, 7 PM Oct. 28 – Boston NACAC Performing & Visual Arts Fair: 7-9pm, BU Fuller Bldg. Oct. 29 – Make Up Photo Day Oct. 29 – Athlete & College Recruting Presentation: … Continue reading →

Wanted-host families for Japanese exchange students coming from Koryo High School. This group comes in every year, and this year is coming November 21st to November 24th. It’s a short homestay and a great way to make some new friends … Continue reading →

The ABC Fall Foliage Walk and 5K Run is coming up on October 17th. This fundraiser combines a beautiful day outdoors, an opportunity to generate funds that help our A Better Chance (ABC) scholars, and the chance to come together … Continue reading →

LSSE is offering Driver’s Ed classes through United Driving School for students who are at least 15 years and nine months old. Classes run from Nov. 2 – q6 from 2:30 to 5:45 at the Bangs Community Center. Fees are … Continue reading →

On Tuesday, October 22, 2015, at 7 pm, local author Newton Frohlich will discuss his recent award-winning book, The Shakespeare Mask, in the Woodbury Room at the Jones Library. The Shakespeare Mask is a historical novel that explores the life … Continue reading →

This is the biggest parent/guardian event of the year! Come on down to ARHS this Thursday, October 8th at 6:45 pm. You’ll get a copy of your student’s schedule and follow their day – sit in their classrooms, meet their … Continue reading →

Fundraiser to benefit ARHS Football at Moe’s on October 13, 2015 from 5 pm to 8 pm. Present the ad through the attached link and receive 15% of your purchase will benefit the ARHS Football Team. attachment_1443724234942_ARHS Football

Get in shape for winter sports or just get in shape. The Athletic Department is offering a strength & conditioning intramural program this fall. It will run from October 13th to November 23rd, Monday through Thursday. Register through family ID. … Continue reading →

 African Scholars Conducting Hillside Pizza Fundraiser to Support Exchange Trip. The African Scholars Program’s exchange trip to Senegal and The Gambia is scheduled for February 2016. A group of 11 and two teachers are preparing for the experience of a lifetime. … Continue reading →

Students interested in signing up for the PSAT should visit the Guidance Office, Room 101.  The PSAT will be given on Wednesday, October 14 during the school day.  Sophomores and Juniors are encouraged to take the test.  The PSAT is … Continue reading →

  Oct. 16 – T1 Progress Reports Distributed Oct. 21 – Early Release Day: Noon Dismissal Oct. 29 – Make Up Photo Day Nov. 4 – PGO Meeting: 8:10 AM, Room 13 – All Welcome! Nov. 5 – PGO Coffee with … Continue reading →

The Amherst Regional Public Schools Parent Guardian Organization (ARPS PGO) is a Registered 501(c)(3) Massachusetts Charity encompassing the individual PGOs of the Amherst Regional High and Middle Schools, Crocker Farm and Wildwood Elementary. Our Fall Public Meeting will be held … Continue reading →

Christine & Tom St. Laurent (Fort River parents & UMass Kinesiology educators) are once again collecting new and gently used athletic equipment from community members. All collected equipment will be available (for FREE) to all ARPS families 0n October 3rd … Continue reading →

Many, many college representatives visit ARHS every year. It is an excellent way for students to hear about colleges, especially those far away. Below are the college rep visits for next week: Wed. 9/16                 Dean College                            9:15 AM … Continue reading →

Present the attached coupon at Johnny’s Tavern on Wednesday, September 16, 2015 and 20% of your food purchase will be donated to the Amherst High School Hurricane Boosters. hurricane booster coupons Johnny’s

Sept. 20 – Western New England Univ. NACAC College Fair: 2-4 pm, Alumni Healthful Living Center Sept. 24 – Early Decision Workshop for Seniors: 2:30 pm, Chorale Room Sept. 26 – Homecoming: A Day of Varsity Sports (Volunteer here) Sept. … Continue reading →

 Dr. Denise Green, ARHS Psychologist, will facilitate a workshop, Homework Made Simple: Tips, Tools and Solutions for Low-Stress Homework, on Thursday, September 17, 2015 from 6:30 pm to 7:30 pm at the ARHS Library.  Parents and guardians will learn strategies … Continue reading →