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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 →

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 →

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 →

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 →

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 →

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 →

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 →

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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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 →

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.

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 →

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 →

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 →

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 →

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 →

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 →

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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The PGO apologizes for including in last week’s newsletter an item from the student government about the current contract process between the school committee and the teachers’ union. The PGO does not have any role in this process or any … Continue reading →

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 … Continue reading →

The Holyoke Community College Foundation offers more than $250,000 in life-changing scholarships each year to new, current, and transferring students. This is money that our students never have to pay back. Scholarship awards can be spent on tuition, and it … Continue reading →

Tuesday, March 21, 7:00-8:00pm in-person (ARMS Library) and live stream.  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 … Continue reading →

Please use this link to view more information and to register. Once registered more information will be sent out by the coach at a later date. The coaches’ directory and more information can be found on the athletic webpage. To learn more about spring … Continue reading →

March 9-11: Amelie – musicalMarch 22: Early releaseMarch 30: Spring Sports Registration deadline

The Jones Library is holding its eleventh On the Same Page community reading program, this year featuring the novel Olga Dies Dreaming by author Xochitl Gonzalez.  A variety of programs is being offered to enrich the reading experience of this title and … Continue reading →

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As of this past Monday, our teachers are going to Work to Rule in response to a contract negotiation crisis that has put them at financial risk. This means that they will no longer work voluntarily beyond their required obligations … Continue reading →

Dear Parent/Guardian from the Class of 2024, The ARHS college and career advising team is pleased to announce that we are introducing a new system called Scoir to help you and your student navigate the career, college selection, and application … Continue reading →

Featuring over 100 students as performers, designers, and crew on this buoyant show, we look forward to sharing this delightful stage version of the beloved 2001 film of the same name.  In an idealized version of Paris in 1997, Amélie … Continue reading →

Marcia Gomes and the Middle School Chorus take to the stage at the Drake in downtown Amherst with special friends Evelyn Harris and Jonah Daniell. Beverages are available for purchase. Free Pizza! Doors Open at 5:30PM Show starts at 6 PM.  … Continue reading →

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The Community Foundation of Western MA Scholarship Application is due on 2/28. This is a great opportunity for Western MA students as this is basically a clearinghouse for a number of local scholarships (even aspiring local air pilots…)! Don’t sell yourselves short … Continue reading →

Open to families of English learners, former English learners, and all ARPS families who speak languages other than English The next MPAC meeting is on Feb. 28th, 2023, at 7:00 pm. We hope everyone who attended our last meeting will … Continue reading →

Enjoy break. The link for the Junior Life After ARHS Small Group meetings is in this document. Know that we are getting the new program to help you think about colleges and careers up and running. You can set up … Continue reading →

Please use this link to view more information and to register. Once registered more information will be sent out by the coach at a later date. The coaches’ directory and more information can be found on the athletic webpage. In addition, to learn more … Continue reading →

Feb. 20-24: Winter BreakFeb. 28: Multilingual Parent Advisory Council meeting

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Hello Families & Friends of ARHS, I hope this message finds you all in good health and spirits, and that all of you are able to enjoy the winter break. But, if for any reason you need assistance with a … Continue reading →

Please use this link to view more information and to register. Once registered more information will be sent out by the coach at a later date. The coaches’ directory and more information can be found on the athletic webpage. In addition, to learn more … Continue reading →

Hello, all! Midyear transcripts have been submitted for all students who have applied to college already. If you are still finishing up applications, your transcripts are ready to be sent after you get your green form signed and after you … Continue reading →

From Miss Garrity: As promised, here is the Scholarship Book! It has 52 local, regional, and state scholarships open to ARHS students. These are generous gifts offered by sponsors that value YOUR education! This year, the book is even color-coded … Continue reading →

Click HERE to access information to assist with course selections/registrations, prepared by Ms. Samantha Camera, Assistant Principal.

Open to families of English learners, former English learners, and all ARPS families who speak languages other than English The next MPAC meeting is on Feb. 28th, 2023, at 7:00 pm. We hope everyone who attended our last meeting will … Continue reading →

Feb. 20-24: Winter BreakFeb. 23: I AM HOME Art Exhibit at the Jones LibraryFeb. 28: Multilingual Parent Advisory Council meeting

You can learn to speak, read, and write English at the Jones Library. You can also get help with a U.S. citizenship application or prepare for the test. 

This winter has been an active one for our Civil Air Patrol cadets.  They flew multiple sorties in our Cessna 172 and 182 aircraft. They participated in Cyber Patriot, a National Youth Cyber Defense Competition. They built and launched a … Continue reading →