Category Archives: Parent News

LSSE’s Amherst Youth Basketball League starts January 4, 2020.  Following are the divisions: K-2 (Coed, $115), 2-8 ($145) and 8-12 ($155). Games are on Saturdays and Sundays.  A fee subsidy applies. For more information, visit http://www.lsse.org.

Each year, Florence Bank gives away $100,000 to community non-profits through its Community Choice grants program. Florence Bank customers vote for the non-profit of their choice & all non-profits getting at least 50 votes receive a grant.  The non-profits receiving … Continue reading →

Get professional assistance from area college financial aid reps  to complete your FAFSA. Check your financial aid deadlines for your schools, they are coming up. Please fill the house and make sure your a eligible for both need and merit … Continue reading →

Poet and novelist Ocean Vuong (MacArthur Genius Grant winner and 2019 National Book Award Finalist) visited Sara Barber-Just’s LGBTQ Literature class last week. Students from another LGBTQ Lit. class, Contemporary Lit. students, SAGA members, and Lit Club leaders joined us, … Continue reading →

Remember that you can pre-order your yearbook, submit a parent ad, or submit photos for consideration all on one page at arps.picaboo.com! SENIORS! Two important announcements! 1) SENIOR PHOTOS ARE DUE ON THE 20TH of December! We only have 14 submissions so … Continue reading →

Dec 20 – Senior Yearbook Photos Due (No Exceptions) Dec 23 – Jan 1- No School Winter Break Jan 3-5 – Cabaret! Jan 8 – FASFA Day at ARHS 6:30 PM Jan 10 – DTE Concert Jan 13 – B … Continue reading →

LSSE is now offering youth winter programs.  Following is the link for their complete program guide: https://www.amherstma.gov/DocumentCenter/View/49237/Leisure-Times-Winter-2020  

LSSE’s Amherst Youth Basketball League starts January 4, 2020.  Following are the divisions: K-2 (Coed, $115), 2-8 ($145) and 8-12 ($155). Games are on Saturdays and Sundays.  A fee subsidy applies. For more information, visit http://www.lsse.org.

Dance Concert in the auditorium this Friday Dec. 13 at 7:00. See students from middle to high school join together in a celebration of dance. It’s free!

The ARHS Performing Arts Department holds dozens of shows and concerts every year. There are so many bright stars within our Theater Company, Choral Ensembles, Bands and Orchestras. If you have been to our auditorium, you are likely aware that … Continue reading →

Each year, Florence Bank gives away $100,000 to community non-profits through its Community Choice grants program. Florence Bank customers vote for the non-profit of their choice & all non-profits getting at least 50 votes receive a grant.  The non-profits receiving … Continue reading →

– Early Decision Decisions Seniors! Did you apply early decision? Were you deferred, waitlisted or denied? Know that Ms. Cuffee-Gray is available to check in. Come to College in the Caf and check in! College in the Caf 1st Lunch … Continue reading →

Two important announcements! 1) SENIOR PHOTOS ARE DUE ON THE 20TH of December! We only have 14 submissions so far. No senior photos will be accepted after the deadline. 2) Baby Pictures! We are doing a guess-who theme with the … Continue reading →

Dear Parents/Guardians, The ARHS Athletic Program does not currently offer wrestling. However, students that are interested can register online at familyid.com under Granby High School. Please be advised that Amherst will not provide transportation. https://www.familyid.com/organizations/granby-junior-senior-high-school  If you have any questions, … Continue reading →

Monday, DECEMBER 16, 2019 Boys Basketball @Agawam 4PM Girls Basketball (JV) @Granby 5:30PM Boys Basketball (JV) vs. Agawam 5:30PM Girls Basketball (V) @Granby 7PM Boys Basketball (V) vs. Agawam 7PM Tuesday, DECEMBER 17, 2019 Indoor Track (B+G) @Northampton 3:45PM Swimming … Continue reading →

The Massachusetts School Building Authority (MSBA) Board voted unanimously this morning to invite the Town of Amherst into the Eligibility Period of its Core to address building deficiencies in one of our district schools. Amherst was among 11 school districts … Continue reading →

From now until December 15th, the Amherst Fire Department will be a collection site for the Marine Corps “Toys for Tots” program. The Central Fire Station located at 68 North Pleasant Street and the North Station, located at 603 East … Continue reading →

Amherst Leisure Services & Supplemental Education (LSSE) is working on a new strategic plan! The plan will be based on a shared community vision that sets priorities and prepares us for the future. If you live in or around Amherst, we want to … Continue reading →

Giving Tuesday raised $1685 for the ARHS house lights.  You can still donate until  December 31st via our Mighty Cause site to donate (https://givingtuesday.mightycause.com/story/Arhspgo) or the ARHS PGO Facebook page. The ARHS PGO will be partnering with the ARPS Friends … Continue reading →

Join us for an information session for Seal of Biliteracy and an ELPAC Meeting on Monday, 12/9/19 at the Wildwood Cafeteria from 5:30 – 7:00 pm.  Childcare and pizza will be provided and bring a dish to share. Details within … Continue reading →

Please join us at our next meeting, Wednesday, December 11, in the Middle School’s ETL conference. We will discuss the District’s Special Education Budget and progress that is being made to address Americans with Disabilities Act deficiencies as detailed in … Continue reading →

This is a reminder that requests for school application materials to be sent to all colleges with January 1 and January 15 deadlines should be entered into Naviance by next Monday, December 9.  Transcripts must also be requested in Naviance, … Continue reading →

Get tickets now for the French dinner on December 10th! Come enjoy a night of exciting cultural experience and delicious Francophone cuisine presented by the ARHS French students and the French Club. The cultural show will include poetry, music, singing … Continue reading →

Dec 10 – French Dinner Dec 12 – Combined Concert (Philharmonia, Symphony Band, Concert Choir) Dec 13 – Dance Program Performance Dec 20 – Senior Yearbook Photos Due (No Exceptions) Dec 23 – Jan 1- No School Winter Break Jan … Continue reading →

The Amherst Area Chamber of Commerce and the Amherst Business Improvement District invite you to ring in the holiday season with the Amherst community. 3:00 PM – 4:00 PM Fire Station Open House 4:00 PM – 5:00 PM Storytelling with Mia Cabana, Jones Library’s … Continue reading →

Amherst Leisure Services & Supplemental Education (LSSE) is working on a new strategic plan! The plan will be based on a shared community vision that sets priorities and prepares us for the future. If you live in or around Amherst, we want to … Continue reading →

There are a few December events coming up for teens at the Jones Library that I wanted to share. 1)      Teen Metalsmithing Workshop at Jones Library Tuesday 12/10 4:30-6 PM Join local artist Heather Beck to learn metalsmithing techniques and … Continue reading →

There are so many bright stars within our Theater Company, Choral Ensembles, Bands and Orchestras, yet the theater lighting is so outdated that it’s hard to see them! The ARHS PGO and ARPS FPA are hoping to tune up the … Continue reading →

This year, for the first time, students at ARHS will have the exciting opportunity to earn the Seal of Biliteracy on their diplomas.  The first information session about the ARPS Seal of Biliteracy and associated programming will be held at Wildwood … Continue reading →

The Boys Varsity Football Team will play in the State Championship game on Saturday, December 7 at Gillette Stadium, Foxboro, MA.  Kickoff is at 1:30 PM. STUDENT FAN BUS will be available- sign up in ARHS guidance office! Football Information … Continue reading →

-Seniors who have not yet met with Ms. Cuffee-Gray! Come to Guidance and schedule a time to meet with her. Finish one of the two Seniors Surveys and make it happen.Your Friendly Neighborhood College and Career Advisor wants to have a … Continue reading →

Each year, Florence Bank gives away $100,000 to community non-profits through its Community Choice grants program. Florence Bank customers vote for the non-profit of their choice & all non-profits getting at least 50 votes receive a grant.  The non-profits receiving … Continue reading →

Please join us for our State of the Town Address on Monday, December 2nd at 6:30 PM at the Amherst Regional Middle School Auditorium. Town Council President Lynn Griesemer and Town Manager Paul Bockelman will deliver the address. Please see below … Continue reading →

Buy your tickets now in the Jones Library’s Main Office. Drawing to be held on “Bag Day” — Saturday, December 7, 2019. All proceeds to be used for the beautification of the Library’s gardens. $1 per ticket or $5 for … Continue reading →

SKI AND WINTER GEAR SALE: 2-Day Pop Up Ski Shop new and used gear on Friday, January 3rd, 5-8:30 pm and Saturday, January 4, 9:00 am to 1:30 pm, at the Pacific (Masonic) Lodge, located at 99 Main Street, Amherst.  Fourth … Continue reading →

The Hurricanes remain unbeaten at 10-0, and will now face Central Mass. champion Northbridge in the sectional state semifinals at Westfield State University on Saturday, Nov. 23 at 11:00 a.m. Come support the team!

Each year, Florence Bank gives away $100,000 to community non-profits through its Community Choice grants program. Florence Bank customers vote for the non-profit of their choice & all non-profits getting at least 50 votes receive a grant.  The non-profits receiving … Continue reading →

ARHS Winter Sports Night will be held on Monday, November 25, 2019 from 6 pm to 7 pm in the gymnasium. Come meet get information; meet the coaches and register for sports.

Please take some time to check your messages in Naviance. There is important financial aid information here every week. Use this to make sure you are on top of things! Remember we are hosting a second FAFSA Day on 2/8 … Continue reading →

Nov 26 – Fall Choral Concert (Chorale &  Hurricane Singers) Wesley United Church, Hadley  Nov 27 -29 – Thanksgiving Recess-  No School Dec 3 – GivingTuesday Dec. 5-7 – Theater Company Presents Twelfth Night Dec 6 – Merry Maple Dec … Continue reading →

You are invited to attend a free film screening of Autism Goes to College. This documentary followed five students on the autism spectrum as they navigate college. Immediately following the film will be a panel discussion. Free pizza and salad will … Continue reading →

The Jones Library Board of Trustees in Amherst seeks five dedicated volunteers with knowledge and expertise in accessibility and all this term encompasses to serve on the Library‘s newly established Jones Library Accessibility Subcommittee.  Under the direction of the Library‘s … Continue reading →

November 16, 2019 Boys (V) Football @ Holyoke High School 11:00 AM Cross Country @ Gardner Municipal Golf Course (All State Championships)  7am – 3pm

The Theater Company is excited to present Briefs – a series of contemporary 10-minute plays directed and acted by ARHS students.  If you like performances that are short, sweet, and always surprising, come by ARHS this Thursday-Saturday for a 7:30 show..  Tickets are $5 for … Continue reading →

If you missed Wednesday night’s PGO Coffee with the College Counselor, here is the presentation slideshow.   9th-11th Graders _What Should I Be Doing Right Now (2) PGO Presentation 2019 Your Friendly Neighborhood College and Career Advisor – Deidre Cuffee-Gray

This year, ARHS is excited to present Spring Awakening as the winter musical.  This Best Musical Tony Award-winner is a challenging and exciting show for our school to take on.  While the show is full of electric and poignant material, it also explores … Continue reading →

AMHERST-PELHAM HIGH SCHOOL is happy to offer the following sports for the Winter 2019-2020 Season. Boy Alpine Skiing – Grades 7-12 Girls Alpine Skiing – Grades 7-12 Boys Basketball – Grades 9-12 Girls Basketball – Grades 9-12 Ice Hockey – … Continue reading →

Get tickets now for the French dinner on December 10th! Come enjoy a night of exciting cultural experience and delicious Francophone cuisine presented by the ARHS French students and the French Club. The cultural show will include poetry, music, singing … Continue reading →

Did you know: menstrual products are some of the most requested, yet least donated, items at most homeless shelters?? Women’s Rights Club is running a TAMPON AND PAD drive all month! All donations will benefit the Amherst Survival Center so … Continue reading →

#GivingTuesday is a global giving movement that has been built by individuals, families, organizations, businesses and communities in all 50 states and in countries around the world. Millions of people come together to support and champion the causes they believe … Continue reading →