The 7th Annual French Night is over! With over 300 guests, this was ARHS’s most-attended French Night ever. The French Club raised over $1,500 from at-the-door sales alone, which will be put towards an end-of-year field trip.
Thank you, everyone, for attending and making this a special night for all of us. Merci!
The support provided by a PGO grant ensured that ticket prices remained accessible for families.
This week @ ARPS! Continue to check ArbiterLive for updates, the link is on the athletic webpage.
Spring sports registration is now open! 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 about spring sports join us during our spring sports night on 3/15/24 at 6PM in the high school gymnasium.
Celebrating the Legacy of Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. and the National Day of Racial Healing.
Hope to see you there and Happy New Year!
Jennifer Moyston
To register for the National Day of Racial Healing, click HERE.
Ninety-four years after his birth on Jan. 15, 1929, and nearly 60 years after his historic “I Have a Dream” speech, Martin Luther King, Jr.’s stirring words and writings remain as relevant and inspiring today as they were when he lived.
Seniors, as you honor the life and legacy of Martin Luther King Jr. for the last time in High School, strive for understanding, empathy, and unity. Be the generation that transcends barriers, fosters dialogue, and builds bridges. Embrace diversity, embody compassion, and contribute to a world where differences are celebrated, not divided.
You can contribute cookies or other treats – homemade or store-bought, whatever works for you (no nuts, please).
There are approximately 180 staff and teachers at the school, and 20-30 have various dietary restrictions. Please add a note with “gluten-free, vegan, or dairy-free” for any treats that fall into those categories. Fresh fruit is always welcome, too!
To sign up, click HERE
Thank you, and please spread the word to other families who might take a slot!
Questions? Please contact Arina Beg at arinabeg@hotmail.com
Let’s have a big shout-out to the Amherst High School Girls Nordic Ski Team. The team tied powerhouse Mt. Greylock for first place in the Berkshire League Nordic Ski Race Monday night at Butternut Ski Area. This is a historic season opener as this is the first time in the history of the program that the Hurricanes placed first in a Berkshire League meet. Congratulations to River Wolaver (fifth place, 14:42), captain Zoey Candito (sixth, 14:56), Elizabeth Sawicki (seventh, 15:09) and Ella Workman (ninth, 15:20), captain Addie Mager (10th, 15:43) and Aria Haupt (16th, 16:40). Go ‘Canes!
See the news HERE.
Please donate to the POCU Food & Goods Drive 1/16 – 1/19 to benefit the Amherst Survival Center (Collection boxes will be in the Front Hallway).
Food items most needed:
Brown rice, Dried beans (black beans, red beans, Goya)
Kids snacks (granola bars, dried fruits, snack mixes, small applesauce, poptarts)
Meat and chicken soups (canned and boxed)
Pasta, oats, quinoa, cereal
Gluten-Free, Vegan, Low Sodium
Low Sugar foods
Canned fruits (all kinds, low sugar please)
Canned vegetables (all kinds)
Coffee/tea/honey
Juice boxes: Capri Suns, Gatorades, apple juices, etc.)
Personal Items:
Toothbrushes, toothpaste, floss
Menstrual Products (Tampons and Pads)
Disposable Diapers for Babies – sizes 4, 5, & 6
Disposable Diapers/Incontinence briefs for Adults (pull-on brief style)
Thanks!
Mary E. Custard
Dean of Students, Grades 10 & 12
Join us at The Drake for ARHS Cabaret, an entertaining evening of skits and small group musical performances featuring students from Amherst Regional High School. A pair of MCs will weave together musical acts from a variety of genres showcasing the many talents of the students in town. $10, $5 students.
New date: January 20 @ 7:30 pm.
Tickets are now on sale for the Amherst Community Theater production of SEUSSICAL: The Musical! “Oh, the thinks you can think” when Dr. Seuss’ best-loved characters collide and cavort in an unforgettable musical caper! Horton the Elephant, the Cat in the Hat, and all of your favorite Dr. Seuss characters spring to life onstage at the beautiful UMass Bowker Auditorium.
Seussical show dates: January 2024: 11, 12, 13, 14, 18, 19, 20, 21.
For more information, and to purchase tickets, scan the QR code
Jan 12-14, 18-21: Seussical the Musical
Jan. 15: Martin Luther King Jr. holiday
Jan. 18: Thank-You Thursday
Jan 24 & 25: Early Dismissal (1:20/HS Exams)
Jan 26: No School (All Teacher Curriculum/Work Day)
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The French Club is hosting the 7th annual ARHS Francophone Night next Wednesday, January 10th from 6:00-8:00pm in the ARHS cafeteria!
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 research presentations, poetry, live music, singing, dancing, trivia, and more!
Tickets are $10.00 for students, $15.00 for adults, and free for children under five! Purchasing options:
For more information, contact Miguel Piñero-Jacome at pinerojacomem@arps.org or Madame Cissé at cisseo@arps.org
Join us at The Drake for an entertaining evening of skits and small group musical performances featuring students from Amherst Regional High School. A pair of MCs will weave together musical acts from a variety of genres showcasing the many talents of the students in town. $10, $5 students.
Celebrating the Legacy of Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. and the National Day of Racial Healing.
Hope to see you there and Happy New Year!
Jennifer Moyston
To register for the National Day of Racial Healing, click HERE.
Tickets are now on sale for the Amherst Community Theater production of SEUSSICAL: The Musical! “Oh, the thinks you can think” when Dr. Seuss’ best-loved characters collide and cavort in an unforgettable musical caper! Horton the Elephant, the Cat in the Hat, and all of your favorite Dr. Seuss characters spring to life onstage at the beautiful UMass Bowker Auditorium.
Seussical show dates: January 2024: 11, 12, 13, 14, 18, 19, 20, 21.
For more information, and to purchase tickets, scan the QR code
Thank You Thursdays is an opportunity for ARHS families to provide treats *every other Thursday* to show our appreciation for the staff and give them a little boost during the week.
You can contribute cookies or other treats – homemade or store-bought, whatever works for you (no nuts, please). The next Thank-You Thursday is on January 18th. The SignUpGenius will become available next week.
There are approximately 180 staff and teachers at the school, and 20-30 have various dietary restrictions. Please add a note with “gluten-free, vegan, or dairy-free” for any treats that fall into those categories. Fresh fruit is always welcome, too!
Thank you, and please spread the word to other families who might take a slot!
Questions? Please contact Arina Beg at arinabeg@hotmail.com
Jan. 6: ARHS Cabaret at The Drake
Jan. 10: Annual Francophone Night @ HS cafeteria (6-8 pm)
Jan 11-14, 18-21: Seussical the Musical
Jan. 15: Martin Luther King Jr. holiday
Jan. 18: Thank-You Thursday
Jan 24 & 25: Early Dismissal (1:20/HS Exams)
Jan 26: No School (All Teacher Curriculum/Work Day)
Hello Families and friends of ARHS,
I hope this message finds you all in good health and spirits, and that all of you can enjoy the holiday break. But, if for any reason you need assistance with a mental health concern or crisis during the break, some services and supports are listed below. Our School Counselors and other members of our Mental Health team will also be on a well-deserved break, and you will most likely not be able to reach any of them for support next week. Please use the resources listed below if you or a loved one is struggling.
Take care & Happy Holidays
Talib Sadiq
Principal
Dear High School Community,
Wishing you joy, peace, and unity during this festive season. May the December holidays bring warmth and happiness to every home, transcending boundaries and embracing the rich tapestry of our diverse community. Wishing everyone a Winter Break filled with love, kindness, and shared joy.
With warm regards,
The ARHS PGO
So far we have honored 60 teachers and staff members and raised $2,008; last December we honored over 200 and raised $5,000, please help us do the same this year! Make a donation to the Stars In Our Schools Campaign in honor of a teacher or staff member and the Amherst Education Foundation will send a note of gratitude on your behalf, thanking them for all their hard work and dedication.
AEF grants an average of $30,000 annually to teachers and staff in our public schools and all the money raised this month will help us fund the next round of initiatives and programs.
Visit amhersteducationfoundation.org/stars by December 31st to make your online gift or click on this link for the form to print out and mail it with a check.
The Regional and Union 26 School Committees (“the joint committees”) are embarking on a search process for a permanent superintendent. A key part of the process is a 20-member Search Committee which will be composed of parents/guardians, community members, ARPS employees and bargaining unit members, ARHS students, and School Committee members.
The Search Committee will review all applicants for the position, select candidates to interview, conduct interviews with those candidates, and decide on a number of finalists to recommend to the joint committees. The joint committees have the ultimate decision-making authority for the superintendent position.
For more information, click HERE.
In Fall 2021 the PGO started Thank You Thursdays – an opportunity for ARHS families to provide treats *every other Thursday* to show our appreciation for the staff and give them a little boost during the week.
Please sign up below to contribute cookies or other treats – homemade or store-bought, whatever works for you – on an upcoming Thursday. (No nuts, please.). The first Thank-You Thursday is on January 4th, 2024.
There are approximately 180 staff and teachers at the school, and 20-30 have various dietary restrictions. Please add a note with “gluten-free, vegan, or dairy-free” for any treats that fall into those categories. Fresh fruit is always welcome, too! Details on are the signup.
Click HERE to access the SignUpGenius or scan the QR Code
Thank you, and please spread the word to other families who might take a slot!
Questions? Please contact Arina Beg at arinabeg@hotmail.com
The French Club is hosting the 7th annual ARHS Francophone Night on Wednesday, January 10th from 6:00-8:00pm in the ARHS cafeteria! Come enjoy a night of exciting cultural experience and delicious Francophone cuisine presented by the ARHS French students and the French Club. The menu consists of a sumptuous Francophone student-led potluck and a Moroccan meal catered by Amanouz Café. The cultural show will include research presentations, poetry, live music, singing, dancing, trivia, and more!
Tickets are $10.00 for students, $15.00 for adults, and free for children under five!
A special thanks to the PGO for supporting this event, thus allowing us to keep it as accessible as possible to our community!
For more information, contact Miguel Piñero-Jacome at pinerojacomem@arps.org or Madame Cissé at cisseo@arps.org
Class of 2024 FAFSA is predicted to go live at the end of December. Prepare by getting your FSA ID (FSA ID en Espanol) and here is information about the FAFSA (FAFSA en Espanol).
Seniors – Please refer to the 2024 Checklist for College Applications if you are working on applications during the break. You must pay close attention to the instructions. Ms. Garrity is on the 27-29th. If you have questions, you can call the main number or email her (see her email to you for more detailed information).
Deidre Cuffee-Gray
College and Career Advisor
Please save your unwanted sneakers for the PGO! This will be our ongoing winter fundraising beginning 3rd week of January.
More information coming soon!
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We are in the process of starting a School Site Council (SSC) at ARMS & ARHS. The SSC’s main focus will be working on the School Improvement Plan (SIP). We will be meeting once a month for an hour, the day and time will be determined after the SSC is formed. The SSC will have between 9-12 members. There will be 3-4 representatives from three categories: ARHS personnel, parents of ARHS students and community members, and ARHS students. The ARHS PGO will be organizing the election for the parent and community representatives, and I will be organizing the election of the ARHS adults and students.
Thank you to everyone who has expressed interest in joining the SSC. Because of the number of people who have expressed interest in joining the SSC, there will need to be an election. As part of the election process, I am asking that everyone interested in being on the SSC write a two or three-sentence answer to ‘Why do you want to be on the School Site Council?’ That answer will be part of the ballot which will be distributed by the ARMS & ARHS PGOs. Thanks again for your interest in being on the SSC.
Information about the School Site Council:
SSC Q & A
General Law
Please let me know if you have any questions.
Talib Sadiq
Editor’s Note: If you are interested in serving as a parent/guardian or community member, please send your 2-3 sentence response to the prompt to arhspgonews@gmail.com
The Maroon Envelope Fundraiser supports our Students and Teachers Grants Program and enriches the high school in ways most needed.
Your donation of any amount will fund grants to support a wide range of requests, including students’ participation in art shows, visiting musicians and speakers, student-led clubs, health and wellness programs, and more.
We’re close to reaching our goal of $3,000!
Two ways to give:
1. Donate by credit card, Apple Pay, or PayPal on this MightyCause page (7% fees)
https://mtyc.co/zdt2we
2. Write a check payable to ARHS PGO and drop it off at the school office or mail it to:
ARHS PGO
℅ Nancy Johnson, PGO Fundraiser
430 Long Plain Road
Leverett MA 01054
The French Club is hosting the 7th annual ARHS Francophone Night on Wednesday, January 10th from 6:00-8:00pm in the ARHS cafeteria! Come enjoy a night of exciting cultural experience and delicious Francophone cuisine presented by the ARHS French students and the French Club. The menu consists of a sumptuous Francophone student-led potluck and a Moroccan meal catered by Amanouz Café. The cultural show will include research presentations, poetry, live music, singing, dancing, trivia, and more!
Tickets are $10.00 for students, $15.00 for adults, and free for children under five!
A special thanks to the PGO for supporting this event, thus allowing us to keep it as accessible as possible to our community!
For more information, contact Miguel Piñero-Jacome at pinerojacomem@arps.org or Madame Cissé at cisseo@arps.org
In Fall 2021 the PGO started Thank You Thursdays – an opportunity for ARHS families to provide treats *every other Thursday* to show our appreciation for the staff and give them a little boost during the week.
Please sign up below to contribute cookies or other treats – homemade or store-bought, whatever works for you – on an upcoming Thursday. (No nuts, please.). The first Thank-You Thursday is on January 4th, 2024.
There are approximately 180 staff and teachers at the school, and 20-30 have various dietary restrictions. Please add a note with “gluten-free, vegan, or dairy-free” for any treats that fall into those categories. Fresh fruit is always welcome, too! Details on are the signup.
Click HERE to access the SignUpGenius or scan the QR Code
Thank you, and please spread the word to other families who might take a slot!
Questions? Please contact Arina Beg at arinabeg@hotmail.com
The Amherst High School PGO is partnering with the North Hadley Sugar Shack & Market for Perfect Gift-giving for the Holidays! Please consider supporting your ARHS PGO this holiday season by purchasing great gifts from the North Hadley Sugar Shack & Market! Fill out the Google form and you are on the way, we hope you have a wonderful holiday season.
Orders will be taken through December 14th, 2023. Pick-up for the orders will be between December 16th, 2023 to December 22nd, at the North Hadley Sugar Shack and Market.
If other arrangements need to be made please contact Nancy Johnson at johnce34@gmail.com.
Google Form for Orders: https://forms.gle/ACJFV9swHPi4P5GN6
The ARHS PGO is happy to partner with Minted’s Fundraising Program which provides the ARHS community with a unique promo code: FUNDRAISEARHS offering 20% OFF Minted cards and gifts all year round, and 15% of each order placed using our unique promo code which will be donated back to the ARHS PGO at the end of the year.
Click here for a flyer with all the details.
Each calendar card is $10 and offers 31 CHANCES TO WIN IN JANUARY 2023. Every day in January
we will draw a new card that will win an exceptional prize. So, each ticket has 31 chances to win!
Thinking About Gifts? 5 Cards for $45!
BUY AT EVENTS AND ONLINE HERE ONLY IN DECEMBER
For more information contact friendsofperformingarts@gmail.com
Tickets are now on sale for the Amherst Community Theater production of SEUSSICAL: The Musical! “Oh, the thinks you can think” when Dr. Seuss’ best-loved characters collide and cavort in an unforgettable musical caper! Horton the Elephant, the Cat in the Hat, and all of your favorite Dr. Seuss characters spring to life onstage at the beautiful UMass Bowker Auditorium.
Seussical show dates: January 2024: 11, 12, 13, 14, 18, 19, 20, 21.
For more information, and to purchase tickets, scan the QR code
Dec. 14-16: ARHS Theater Immersive
Dec. 19: ARHS Winter Concert
Dec. 25-Jan.1: Winter break
On November 29th, Marita Banda hosted local Indigenous artists and activist Justin Beatty for Indigenous People’s Month. The PGO provided partial support for this event. Everyone had a great time immersing themselves in the captivating world of his art. Beatty’s engaging presentation not only showcased his artistic prowess but also offered valuable insights into his life and creative process. The atmosphere was vibrant, and attendees thoroughly enjoyed what he had to say. After the talk, numerous students eagerly approached Beatty, posing thoughtful questions about his journey, adding a personal touch to the experience.
It was a great event all around, leaving attendees inspired and fostering a meaningful connection between the artist and his student audience.
You can see more of his work (pictures and video clip) by clicking HERE.
The Maroon Envelope Fundraiser supports our Students and Teachers Grants Program and enriches the high school in ways most needed.
Your donation of any amount will fund grants to support a wide range of requests, including students’ participation in art shows, visiting musicians and speakers, student-led clubs, health and wellness programs, and more.
We’re close to reaching our goal of $3,000!
Two ways to give:
1. Donate by credit card, Apple Pay, or PayPal on this MightyCause page (7% fees)
https://mtyc.co/zdt2we
2. Write a check payable to ARHS PGO and drop it off at the school office or mail it to:
ARHS PGO
℅ Nancy Johnson, PGO Fundraiser
430 Long Plain Road
Leverett MA 01054
Please make sure to check ArbiterLive for any updates to the athletic webpage.
The Amherst High School PGO is partnering with the North Hadley Sugar Shack & Market for Perfect Gift-giving for the Holidays! Please consider supporting your ARHS PGO this holiday season by purchasing great gifts from the North Hadley Sugar Shack & Market! Fill out the Google form and you are on the way, we hope you have a wonderful holiday season.
Orders will be taken through December 14th, 2023. Pick-up for the orders will be between December 16th, 2023 to December 22nd, at the North Hadley Sugar Shack and Market.
If other arrangements need to be made please contact Nancy Johnson at johnce34@gmail.com.
Google Form for Orders: https://forms.gle/ACJFV9swHPi4P5GN6
Is there a teacher or staff member that has made a difference in your child’s life this year?
Make a donation to the Stars In Our Schools Campaign in their honor and the Amherst Education Foundation will send a note of gratitude on your behalf, thanking them for all their hard work and dedication.
We grant an average of $30,000 annually to teachers and staff in our public schools and all the money raised this month will help us fund the next round of initiatives and programs. In April, we awarded funding for the Bridge To Resilient Youth In Transition Mindful Gardening Project at the High School, Combating Sexual Harassment at the Middle School, the Fort River Table & Project-Based Development Initiative, and the Revitalize Elementary Music Instrument Education Project. We need your help so that we can continue to fund initiatives that teachers will be applying for in the upcoming months.
Last December we honored over 200 teachers and staff and raised $5,000; please help us do the same this year!
Visit amhersteducationfoundation.org/stars by December 31st to make your gift online or you can click on this link for a form to print out and mail it with a check.
Alejandra Mendez-Rivera
Director of Development
Amherst Education Foundation, Inc.
amhersteducationfoundation.org/donate
The PGO received close to 100 coats in teen/adult sizes plus other warm gear, which was then sent to the ARPS Family Center at the Amherst Regional Middle School for distribution.
Thank you for your support, and thanks to the Amherst Chamber of Commerce and Greenfield Savings Bank for hosting coat collection boxes.
The Family Center also has some coats in children’s sizes. Students and families are welcome to stop by the Family Center, browse the selection, and take home a coat(s). For more information, please contact the Family Center at (413) 362-1871.
Please come for the opening (Dec. 9th) or closing (Dec. 17th) event, or both!
For more information on the show, contact Camille: timetracks.timetrails@gmail.com
For more information on the Boosters, see https://hurricaneboosters.com/t-u-r-f-capital-campaign
Dec. 8: Early release day
Dec. 9: Art show opening
Dec. 14: Last day for PGO Holiday fundraiser
Dec. 14-16: ARHS Theater Immersive
Dec. 19: ARHS Winter Concert
Dec. 25-Jan.1: Winter break
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GCC’s annual College Financing webinar is set for Wednesday, December 6th at 6:30pm. GCC’s Financial Aid Coordinator, Amy Proietti, in collaboration with MEFA’s Director of College Relations, Stephanie Wells, will provide an informative presentation, with opportunity for questions at the end. Keep in mind, students do NOT need to have plans to attend GCC in the future in order to attend this event or to get financial aid support from our Student Financial Services Office.
The flyer for this event with the RSVP link is here. Everyone must register for the webinar in order to get the online meeting link.
The ARHS PGO is grateful to ARHS families and the larger community for all the winter coat donations. Thank you for your support, and thanks too to the Amherst Chamber of Commerce and Greenfield Savings Bank for hosting coat collection boxes.
The PGO received close to 100 coats in teen/adult sizes plus other warm gear, which was then sent to the ARPS Family Center at the Amherst Regional Middle School for distribution. The Family Center also has some coats in children’s sizes. Students and families are welcome to stop by the Family Center, browse the selection, and take home a coat(s). For more information, please contact the Family Center at (413) 362-1871.
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