Category Archives: Parent News

Amherst, MA – Does the college admissions process seem overwhelming and confusing?  And just what do those initials mean?  Jill Margaret Shulman, author ofCollege Admissions Cracked, will shed a light on the process for parents of the college-bound in a … Continue reading →

Principal Gene Jones will host his first Coffee and Conversation with the Principal on Wednesday, September 18th at 7PM in the ARHS Library.  He will be updating the ARHS Community on his thoughts and priorities about the year ahead. Light … Continue reading →

School Spirit week/Homecoming is a grassroots effort put forth by parents, coaches, students and staff to celebrate all our kid’s passions. Our committee is excited to highlight music, dance, theater, art, singing and athletics from grades K-12. We would like … Continue reading →

Amherst Regional Public Schools will host a Puerto Rico Day Celebration on Monday, September 23rd from 12:30 – 1:30 PM at the Amherst Town Hall. The ceremony will include the raising of the Puerto Rican flag, a reading of the … Continue reading →

Sunday, 9/22:  Kick-off Party at ARHS 4:30 PM Monday, 9/23:  ARHS Golf 4 PM; Amherst Golf Club; Volleyball 6PM at ARHS; Boys Soccer 5 PM at NHS Tuesday, 9/24- Boys/Girls Cross Country 4PM (@ARHS); Field Hockey 4PM (@HHS); Girls Soccer … Continue reading →

AMHERST-PELHAM REGIONAL HIGH SCHOOL is happy to offer a Conditioning Program for the Fall 2019 season The Athletic Department is sponsoring an eight week conditioning program for indoor track, basketball, skiing, and anyone else who wants to get into shape. … Continue reading →

Seniors are reminded to complete the “Senior Questionnaire for College Conference 2020” so that they are prepared to schedule individual Senior College Planning Meetings beginning the week of September 16th. And, of course, the lime green form!

In October ARHS will be hosting students from Australia. We are still in need of 2 more host families. The dates of the visit are October 2nd – October 5th .Any questions, please see Mr. Sadiq. Thank you

The Amherst A Better Chance Program is welcoming two new 9th graders Scholars this year. ABC is looking for host families for these young men. Host families open their homes and their hearts to the Scholars who live with their … Continue reading →

The Massachusetts Department of Children and Families (DCF) offers a unique opportunity for community volunteers to make a difference in a foster child’s life. For a few hours of your time each month, you can participate on a panel called … Continue reading →

Audition for LSSE’s Matilda the Musical on September 13, 14, 15, with callbacks September 16.  The production will be staged in January 2020. To make an appointment call Amherst Leisure Services at 413-259-3065. If you haven’t signed up for your audition slot … Continue reading →

The Amherst BID’s Annual Celebrate Amherst Block Party Celebrates the Businesses, Culture & Community of Downtown Amherst on September 19, 2019 from 5:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. Music at the Futurliner Stage with WRSI’s DJ Kaliis and at The River … Continue reading →

Amherst, MA – Get informed during Climate Preparedness Week, as Dyan deNapoli, also known as The Penguin Lady, presents a program titled Global Warming: A Problem for Penguins at the Jones Library on Saturday, September 28 at 2:30 pm in … Continue reading →

Monday, September 2, 2019 is Labor Day. There will be no school.  Enjoy the long weekend.

The Nutrition Department currently has part-time openings as well as a need for substitutes for kitchen staff.  Each of the schools in the district has openings.  The hours range from 2-5 hours a day several days a week. For further … Continue reading →

College Planning Announcements: Senior Survey in Naviance – Ready to meet with the ARHS College & Career Advisor for your Senior Meeting? Ready to sit with your Guidance Counselor so that they can write your college recommendation? All seniors must complete … Continue reading →

Sept 2- Labor Day; No School Sept 12 – Emergency Procedures Drill/ Club and Activities Fair Sept 12- New Students/ 9th Grade Parents Night 7PM Sept 13- Community Kick Off Day Sept 23-27- Spirit Week Sept 24- School Picture Day … Continue reading →

The Amherst BID’s Annual Celebrate Amherst Block Party Celebrates the Businesses, Culture & Community of Downtown Amherst on September 19, 2019 from 5:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. Music at the Futurliner Stage with WRSI’s DJ Kaliis and at The River … Continue reading →

Audition for LSSE’s Matilda the Musical on September 13, 14, 15, with callbacks September 16.  The production will be staged in January 2020. To make an appointment call Amherst Leisure Services at 413-259-3065. If you haven’t signed up for your audition slot … Continue reading →

We are starting our high school program this week which encompasses 7th grade all the way to 12th grade. We are looking to make the program more competitive minded and are looking to grow the group. We mostly have athletes … Continue reading →

Brush up on your civics savviness with this first in an upcoming series of programs on civics and democracy in the Woodbury Room of the Jones Library at 7 pm on Tuesday, September 10, 2019. Amherst’s former State Rep. Solomon … Continue reading →

Celebrate the 50th anniversary of the musical event at Woodstock in the Woodbury Room of the Jones Library at 4 pm on Saturday, September 14, 2019. In celebration of the 50th anniversary of the famed event, author and popular culture historian … Continue reading →

The Hurricane Open is a great way to enjoy an afternoon of golf and more while helping Amherst High Athletics.   The 10th annual event will be held this Saturday, August 24th from 1-7 PM 1:00 REGISTRATION 2:00 SHOTGUN START 5:00 … Continue reading →

The Amherst Regional High School Parent/Guardian Organization (ARHS PGO) welcomes you to the 2019-2020 Academic Year. We are a volunteer group of parents and guardians, and invite you to join us! The mission of the ARHS PGO is to: promote … Continue reading →

Bus routes are now posted on the district website. You can access them here: http://www.arps.org/district/transportation/bus-routes Las rutas de autobús están ahora disponibles en la página web del distrito. Puede acceder a ellos aquí: http://www.arps.org/district/transportation/bus-routes

 We are pleased to announce that the Amherst Regional Public Schools will provide a Chromebook to ARHS students in grades 9-12.   Parents and guardians of new students must be present to sign an agreement before students can receive their Chromebook.  … Continue reading →

September 23-27 is Spirit Week. Details are forthcoming. Spirit Week will begin with a kick-off party from 4-7 pm on Sunday, September 22. Also new this year will be a Bonfire on September 26 @ 8 pm. Activities will conclude on … Continue reading →

On Monday, Tuesday, Thursday and Friday, all faculty are available in their classrooms to work with students from 2:20 to 3:00 pm. On Wednesdays, teachers have professional development obligations and, therefore, will not be available to students. There are no … Continue reading →

The Amherst, Pelham and the Amherst-Pelham Regional School Districts are “allergy aware” schools. Families and personnel are respectfully asked to refrain from bringing nuts or foods processed with nuts in lunches and snacks. We have many students with serious nut … Continue reading →

The state now requires all schools to provide 9th grade students with a preliminary drug and alcohol screening. The process is known as SBIRT [Screening, Brief Intervention, Referral to Treatment]. Our nurses have been trained to administer it. SBIRT focuses … Continue reading →

The Amherst Boys & Girls Club is pleased to announce our After School  Program for 2019 – 2020.  The Program will start on Wednesday. August 28th. The Program is open to all children ages 6 to 18.  The Program will … Continue reading →

Welcome to the academic year 2019-2020, and the return of the ARHS PGO Parent News! Our newsletter will arrive in your inbox every Friday morning, packed with valuable information about events, deadlines, schedules, community events, sports news, opportunities etc… If … Continue reading →

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 and Speakers … Continue reading →

It’s that time of year! We’re excited to announce the date for the First Day Celebration! Join us on August 27, 2019 on the Amherst Town Commons at 5:00 PM! Join friends and school staff at the community’s Welcome Back … Continue reading →

Dear Parents and Guardians, The School Nutrition Department is so thankful for all of your support last school year and we are very excited about the upcoming year. The District is fortunate to be partnering with Project Bread for another … Continue reading →

Dear ARPS Families: I hope the summer months are allowing time for reflection, enjoyment, and renewal.  With the 2019-2020 school year starting soon, I wanted to reach out to share the schedule of events that are fast approaching. As much … Continue reading →

Victoria Stewart, Athletic Director, comes to the district from her position as Assistant Women’s Basketball Coach at Merrimack College. Prior to moving to Merrimack College, she served as Assistant Women’s Basketball Coach at Amherst College for two years, during which … Continue reading →

August 20 – Fall Sports Info Night 6:30 PM August 21- Deadline to Register for Fall Sports August 22- ARHS New Student Open House August 28- First Day of School; Noon dismisal September 2- Labor Day; No School September 25- … Continue reading →

The Editors of the PGO blog would like to wish everyone a very happy summer! We will “see” you again in the fall. The newsletter returns mid-August.  The first day of school is Wednesday, August 28, 2019! Becky, Mare, and … Continue reading →

This Friday, June 14 ARHS parents and guardians will thank the entire staff for their work with a scrumptious lunch catered by Blue Door Gatherings.  There are several ways YOU can show your appreciation for our amazing staff and help … Continue reading →

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 and Speakers with the … 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 office at the high school at 362-1743. Questions for middle school … Continue reading →

The ARHS Athletic Department is hoping you can take a moment to complete the Parent/Guardian Feedback form.  Sharing   your experience this spring season is very helpful. https://docs.google.com/forms/d/1mGN_kZ6Qt3kn9AKToPLwmPxfeIBZOcgFcraREtuLCYg/edit#responses  

Dear ARHS Parents and Guardians, On May 28, 2019, the district announced the adoption of a new high school math curriculum, College Preparatory Mathematics (CPM) which includes a traditional sequence of math courses. The ARHS math department will be working … Continue reading →

June 12th at 3:30 PM Location: The Works, downtown Amherst Agenda Introductions Individual School Updates Taxes and State Filings Group Fundraisers-     -UMACC (United Way)     -Florence Bank -Giving Tuesday – Razoo/ Might Cause     -Amazon Smile    – Ideas for more group efforts? … Continue reading →

The ARHS Interim Assistant Principal, Mary Custard has been selected by the Unsung HeroinesUnsung Heroines as one of the Commonwealth’s Unsung Heroines of 2019. Congratulations, Ms Custard!

For those who were unable to make the High School Graduation, here it is for you to enjoy!: https://youtu.be/RX3F9HsOWrI

Thur. Aug. 22: Freshmen and Sophomores:  5:00 – 6:45 p.m. Juniors and Seniors:  7:00 – 8:45 p.m. Fri. Aug. 23: Freshmen and Sophomores:  5:00 – 6:30 p.m. Juniors and Seniors:  7:00 – 8:30 p.m. Sat. Aug. 24: Team Selections via … Continue reading →

2019-2020 School Calendar August 20 – Fall Sports Info Night 6:30 PM August 21- Deadline to Register for Fall Sports August 22- ARHS New Student Open House August 28- First Day of School; Early Dismissal September 2- Labor Day; No School … Continue reading →

Food & Drink, Live Music, Kids Activities, Wagon Rides, Bounce House & More  Thursday June 13th, 5-9 pm Friday, June 14, 5-10 pm Saturday, June 15 12-10 pm This memorable and well-loved Amherst event, organized jointly by the Amherst Area … Continue reading →