Category Archives: Parent News

Emails have gone out to your school email if you have met the eligibility requirement to apply for membership in the National Honor Society. You are invited to submit an application to be a 2016-17 ARHS NHS Member. The ARHS … Continue reading →

SAVE THE DATE! The Sene-Gambian Scholars Exchange Program (formerly the African Scholars Program) will be holding a bookfair at Barnes & Noble in Hadley on Sunday, November 27, to raise funds for an African-themed field trip to New York for … Continue reading →

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If so, you can help support the Amherst Regional Public Schools PGOs through the University’s UMASS Amherst Community Campaign (UMACC).  The program allows UMASS employees to donate to nonprofit organizations via payroll deduction, or check/credit card. Employees choose which organizations … Continue reading →

If so, you can help support the Amherst Regional Public Schools PGO (an umbrella organization for the ARHS, ARMS, Wildwood and Crocker Farm PGOs) through the FSB Customers’ Choice Community Grants program.  Voting goes through the end of the calendar … Continue reading →

The Norma Jean Anderson Civil Rights adn Academic Achievement Award applauds the contributions of a current teacher, administrator or staff member in the Amherst and or Amherst-Pelham Regional School Districts who promotes the ideals of a just and respectful community … Continue reading →

The Friends of the Jones Library presents: The 2016 Holiday Book Fair.  Come by and check out all the gently used books.  This Saturday, November 19th 9 – 3 PM at the Jones Library.  Proceeds go to the Friends of … 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 SATs and ACTs? Are you terrified of the whole thing? Well, we’ve got good news for … Continue reading →

Just in time for your holiday shopping, the ARMS PGO will be hosting an online store with a range of Amherst apparel and accessories, to help you show your Amherst pride and support the ARMS community.  The store is now … Continue reading →

As a reminder, the new ARHS Writing Center is open in Room 141 for appointments and drop-ins. The Writing Center is a place for students to get focused, one-on-one writing support to complement in-class instruction. Students can come to plan, … Continue reading →

If so, you can help support the Amherst Regional Public Schools PGO (an umbrella organization for the ARHS, ARMS, Wildwood and Crocker Farm PGOs) through the FSB Customers’ Choice Community Grants program.  Voting goes through the end of the calendar … Continue reading →

Nov 11th: Veteran’s Day- No School Nov 12th: Crocker Farm Book Fair at Barnes & Noble, 10am Nov 15th: Chorale Concert Nov 17th: PGO Coffee with ARHS College Counselor Myra Ross, 7pm, ARHS Library Nov 18th: Bomba/ Jazz Concert Nov … Continue reading →

Help the Crocker Farm PGO earn money to fund books & other purchases for our school. Saturday, November 12, 2016 at Hadley Barnes & Noble 10 am:  A Capella Music with Miss Leticia & her students 11 am:  Barnes & Noble … Continue reading →

On November 29th, ARHS PGO is participating in #GivingTuesday in support of our PGO Presenters Fund!  The ARHS PGO enriches the experience of our students and supports parents by bringing many presenters to campus.  We have recently helped fund classroom … Continue reading →

The Sene-Gambian Scholars Exchange Program (formerly the African Scholars Program) will be holding a Book Fair at Barnes & Noble in Hadley on Sunday, November 27, to raise funds for an African-themed field trip to New York for the new scholars … Continue reading →

Just in time for your holiday shopping, the ARMS PGO will be hosting an online store with a range of Amherst apparel and accessories, to help you show your Amherst pride and support the ARMS community.  The store is now … Continue reading →

ARHS Juniors Teya Nolan and Claire Basler-Chang were selected as members of the Western Massachusetts Girls Volleyball Team. The girls were members of the ARHS undefeated volleyball team. http://highschoolsports.masslive.com/news/article/671059489312347030/western-mass-field-hockey-postseason-super-7-undefeated-amherst-earns-two-selections/

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The Amherst school PGOs are joining together again this year to collect winter clothing for distribution to school and community families. We are seeking donations of clean, gently used items in all sizes (both kids and adults), including:  coats, snow … Continue reading →

Does your child struggle to keep track of and complete assignments?  Are needed materials often lost or left at school?  Is homework completed, only to be lost before your child can turn it in?  These are all challenges associated with … Continue reading →

School will be closed on Tuesday, November 8 due to Election Day and the use of school buildings as polling locations (Teacher Curriculum Day). School will be closed on Friday, November 11 in observation of Veterans’ Day.

If so, you can help support the Amherst Regional Public Schools PGOs through the University’s UMASS Amherst Community Campaign (UMACC).  The program allows UMASS employees to donate to nonprofit organizations via payroll deduction, or check/credit card. Employees choose which organizations … Continue reading →

DTE has to cancel it’s upcoming informal concert.  We working towards our formal concert on Jan. 13 and 14th!  We also won’t be able to do the date of our second informal concert because Amherst Idol will be that night.

Jones Library will host a Community Resources Fair on 11/12/16 from 11 am to 1 pm.  We will share information on existing community resources, which are of great support to families with children. It is also a great opportunity to … Continue reading →

Starlight Theater will hold a registration and introduction workshop for it’s upcoming plays on Saturday, November 12, 2016 at Maple Ridge Community Center, 659 Amherst Road, Sunderland.  9-10am: Annie Jr. Grades 1-6 Register and pick up your materials** for the show to start preparing these awesome songs!!! **At … Continue reading →

Last month, Dr Ruth Potee, Chair of the Healthcare Solutions Committee of the Franklin County/North Quabbin Opioid Task Force, spoke to the ARHS Community about Adolescents and Addiction and Rising Opioid / Marijuana Use.  The powerful presentation sparked ARHS Community dialogue about … Continue reading →

Yearbook portraits are due TODAY- Friday, October 28th! We will happily use your ID photo in the yearbook unless you send us a different portrait by Friday. Please send them to yearbook@arps.org. We are printing senior quotes for the first timein … Continue reading →

The Theater Company is excited to be one of the very 1st high schools in the country to produce the Tony-Award winning Peter and the Starcatcher,a wild prequel to the story of Peter Pan. Join us this Thursday, Friday and … Continue reading →

Attention everyone! Yearbook orders are due Friday, October 28th! Each book is $50 (a price reduction of $15 over last year). Please be sure to buy one. If we don’t sell 300 books, this might be the last printed yearbook … Continue reading →

Online winter sports registration is closing soon. Ensure a smooth start to the winter season by registering NOW. The sports that are offered are listed at https://www.familyid .com/amherst-pelham-regional- schools . Current sport physical forms should be on file with the … Continue reading →

This message is for those of you who have signed your child(ren) up for a winter sport, or will be signing them up.  Please mark your calendar for our Winter Sports Informational Night, Wednesday, November 9th.  This evening is for both athletes … Continue reading →

The ARHS Guidance Department routinely hosts representatives from a large variety of Colleges and Universities.  Here is the list for the next week.  To view the complete list for Fall 2016, click here. Newbury College Fri October 28, 2016 1:15 … Continue reading →

Parking Permit applications are now available in the Deans Office, room 168.  Please return completed application with $75 check. Also, please bring in current car registration to show proof of insure vehicle.

The Athletic Department is looking for a Girls Winter Indoor Track Coach: Knowledge of the rules and regulations of the sport.   Ability to promote school spirit and good sportsmanship; maintain team discipline; and generate enthusiasm within the team.   Work … Continue reading →

ARHS College Counselor, Myra Ross, is looking for a parent volunteer how would be able/willing to ferry students back and forth to Amherst College on Essay Day at ARHS.  This would allow AC students to spend the most time possible … Continue reading →

Does your child struggle to keep track of and complete assignments?  Are needed materials often lost or left at school?  Is homework completed, only to be lost before your child can turn it in?  These are all challenges associated with … Continue reading →

 For the last 12 years, the International Students Club has sponsored an October fundraiser for UNICEF at the High School.  The club advertises the event by calling attention to the great need for education, food, clean water and medicine for … Continue reading →

Oct 27-29th: Theater: Peter and the Star Catcher Oct 28th: Senior Portraits/Senior Recognition Ads/Yearbook Order Forms Due Nov 1st: Last Day to Sign Up for Winter Sports Nov 1st: Halloween Fest- 7-10 PM ARHS Auditorium Nov 2nd: PSAT Administered at … Continue reading →

from ARPS regarding Survey of Military Families: Dear Guardian, Amherst Regional Public Schools is conducting a survey to determine which members of the Amherst community are children of a military family according to the Military Interstate Children’s Compact Commission (MIC3). … Continue reading →

Vote Early!  For the first time in Mass. Voters will be able to cast their ballots before Election Day.  You may cast your vote early at any early voting location.  Please go to the following web site for more information … Continue reading →

Not one, but TWO fun holiday shopping events benefitting community churches PLUS 20% discounts at many local stores and restaurants! (Visit http://www.amherstdowntown.com) St. Nicholas Bazaar – Grace Episcopal Church (on the Common) 9am-3pm 14 Boltwood Ave. Marketplace – Antiques and … Continue reading →

Amherst LSSE offers a youth basketball league for all Grades k – 12. First Event: Jamboree on Saturday, December 10, 2016 Games Start: Saturday, January 7 2017 Game Schedules: http://www.quickscores.com/amherstmaades 9-12 Please check your emails and http://www.quickscores.com/amherstma for additional updates. … Continue reading →

All Shutesbury residents are invited to participate in Community Visioning Workshops hosted by the Master Plan Working Group. Thursday, Nov. 3rd and Monday, Dec. 5th, 7 pm at Shutesbury Elementary School Attendance at both workshops is encouraged but not required! … Continue reading →

Amherst Splash is happening this November 5th!  Registration ends Nov 1st! Splash is a one–day event at Amherst College, where middle and high school students learn anything from Masks of the World to How People Make Money to Harry Potter: … Continue reading →

We are excited to announce the opening of the new ARHS Writing Center in ROOM 141 on Monday October 24th! The Writing Center is a place for students to get focused, one-on-one writing support to complement in-class instruction. We encourage students … Continue reading →

Tuesday, October 25th, Crocker Farm Lobby, 3:30pm AGENDA: Introductions Individual School Updates Taxes and State Filings Financial Protocols Donation Intake Protocols Filing/Record Keeping Group Fundraisers VFW Pancake Breakfast UMACC (United Way) Giving Tuesday Florence Bank Amazon Smile Other Business not anticipated … Continue reading →

 For the last 12 years, the International Students Club has sponsored an October fundraiser for UNICEF at the High School.  The club advertises the event by calling attention to the great need for education, food, clean water and medicine for … Continue reading →

Tidbits for Seniors from Myra Ross If you are planning an early application of any kind, check Naviance before you go to bed tonight to be sure that you listed the colleges you will apply to early, that you have requested a … Continue reading →

Families supporting families! Please consider attending any of these up coming free workshops! Basic Rights in Special Education Monday October 24th  5:30pm-7:30pm at Wildwood Elementary School The Basic Rights workshop provides families with an introduction to their rights and responsibilities under: ~ … Continue reading →

You are invited to join Principal Jackson and the ARHS PGO on Thursday, October 20 at 7 pm in the ARHS library for a community discussion on the topic of youth and substance abuse. There will be a recap of the Dr. Ruth … Continue reading →