Thursday, June 13, 2019


Day 4
D&E Periods Only

  • MCAS Chrome books:  If you borrowed a chrome book from either room 309 or 141 to take the ELA or Math MCAS tests, you must return it to the appropriate room before the end of school on Today.  Fees will be assessed for any devices or chargers that are not returned.
  • Last Chance to Sign Up to be a Tour Guide!  Before you leave, stop in to Guidance to sign up on the clipboard to the right of the desk to be a volunteer at the Open House in August.  Putting your email address on the list will get you a reminder note of the event on August 22nd.  We welcome all interested tour guides! Thanks for your help!
  • Students, please remember that ALL Chromebooks need to be returned to room 141 TODAY at the latest. Thank You!
  • Summer Job Opportunity: GPI US aims to empower today’s generation to thrive in a global world through educational study abroad programs. GPI US is seeking a Discussion Leader who is interested in gaining valuable experience with Japanese high school girls visiting Smith College. The Discussion Leader will be leading discussions prompted by a Facilitator for a group of 5 to 10 Japanese students. Interest in global education, Japanese culture, and experience living abroad is a plus. Must be fluent in English speaking and writing; no Japanese language skill required. Email a resume and cover letter to boston@gpius.net. Flyers available in Guidance in the Job Book.
  • Signed up for AP PHYSICS for next year and missed the meeting?  You must see Ms. Blauner in Room 223 before the end of school to collect instructions and materials for your summer assignment.

*Athletics*


  • Mark your calendar for Boys Soccer Tryouts:

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 email.
Varsity Training:  5:00pm-7:30pm                

Sun. Aug. 25:
Varsity Event:  8:00am hike across the Seven Sisters and Team Breakfast.
Varsity Training:  5:00pm-7:30pm.

Wed. Aug. 28:  
Scrimmage at Chicopee, 5:30pm.  Bus leaves at 3:45pm. (Varsity; JVA)

Sat. Aug. 31:
Scrimmage at Tantasqua, 10:00am.  Bus leaves at 8:00am. (Varsity; JVA)

Thu. Sept. 5
First Game

Wednesday, June 12, 2019


Day 3
E Period Lunch
C&F Periods Only


  • MCAS Chrome books:  If you borrowed a chrome book from either room 309 or 141 to take the ELA or Math MCAS tests, you must return it to the appropriate room before the end of school on Thursday.  Fees will be assessed for any devices or chargers that are not returned.
  • Students, please remember that ALL Chromebooks need to be returned to room 141 by this Thursday at the latest. Thank You!
  • End a tiring day of exams with the last bake sale of the year TODAY! Enjoy a sugar rush after using your brains with cookies, brownies, and more!
  • Summer Job Opportunity: GPI US aims to empower today’s generation to thrive in a global world through educational study abroad programs. GPI US is seeking a Discussion Leader who is interested in gaining valuable experience with Japanese high school girls visiting Smith College. The Discussion Leader will be leading discussions prompted by a Facilitator for a group of 5 to 10 Japanese students. Interest in global education, Japanese culture, and experience living abroad is a plus. Must be fluent in English speaking and writing; no Japanese language skill required. Email a resume and cover letter to boston@gpius.net. Flyers available in Guidance in the Job Book.
  • All underclass yearbooks, including freshman yearbooks, are available in Guidance!
  • The Fund for The Public Interest, an environmental organization, is currently hiring Amherst students to join its summer campaign staff in over 30 cities across the country - including here in Amherst. Students will get the opportunity to gain first-hand experience in grassroots organizing, learn valuable communication skills and have the opportunity to participate in a variety of campaign actions including: running media events, coalition building, canvassing, and writing editorials, all while being paid as members of our staff. Contact Sarah Vonck at svonck@fundstaff.org for more info
  • Signed up for AP PHYSICS for next year and missed the meeting?  You must see Ms. Blauner in Room 223 before the end of school to collect instructions and materials for your summer assignment.

*Athletics*


  • Mark your calendar for Boys Soccer Tryouts:

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 email.
Varsity Training:  5:00pm-7:30pm                

Sun. Aug. 25:
Varsity Event:  8:00am hike across the Seven Sisters and Team Breakfast.
Varsity Training:  5:00pm-7:30pm.

Wed. Aug. 28:  
Scrimmage at Chicopee, 5:30pm.  Bus leaves at 3:45pm. (Varsity; JVA)

Sat. Aug. 31:
Scrimmage at Tantasqua, 10:00am.  Bus leaves at 8:00am. (Varsity; JVA)

Thu. Sept. 5
First Game

Tuesday, June 11, 2019


Day 2
E Period Lunch
Drop A&D


  • MCAS Chrome books:  If you borrowed a chrome book from either room 309 or 141 to take the ELA or Math MCAS tests, you must return it to the appropriate room before the end of school on Thursday.  Fees will be assessed for any devices or chargers that are not returned.
  • Students, please remember that all chromebooks need to be returned to room 141 by this Thursday at the latest. Thank You!
  • End a tiring day of exams with the last bake sale of the year on Wednesday! Enjoy a sugar rush after using your brains with cookies, brownies, and more!
  • Summer Job Opportunity: GPI US aims to empower today’s generation to thrive in a global world through educational study abroad programs. GPI US is seeking a Discussion Leader who is interested in gaining valuable experience with Japanese high school girls visiting Smith College. The Discussion Leader will be leading discussions prompted by a Facilitator for a group of 5 to 10 Japanese students. Interest in global education, Japanese culture, and experience living abroad is a plus. Must be fluent in English speaking and writing; no Japanese language skill required. Email a resume and cover letter to boston@gpius.net. Flyers available in Guidance in the Job Book.
  • All underclass yearbooks, including freshman yearbooks, are available in Guidance!
  • The Fund for The Public Interest, an environmental organization, is currently hiring Amherst students to join its summer campaign staff in over 30 cities across the country - including here in Amherst. Students will get the opportunity to gain first-hand experience in grassroots organizing, learn valuable communication skills and have the opportunity to participate in a variety of campaign actions including: running media events, coalition building, canvassing, and writing editorials, all while being paid as members of our staff. Contact Sarah Vonck at svonck@fundstaff.org for more info
  • Don't forget to stop by one of the Art rooms on Tuesday or Wednesday next week to get some free artwork made (and left here) by students going back to 2007!
  • Signed up for AP PHYSICS for next year and missed the meeting?  You must see Ms. Blauner in Room 223 before the end of school to collect instructions and materials for your summer assignment.
  • ATTENTION ALL: TODAY, TUESDAY, JUNE 11 WILL BE OUR LAST DAY FOR LATE BUSES!

*Athletics*


  • Mark your calendar for Boys Soccer Tryouts:

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 email.
Varsity Training:  5:00pm-7:30pm                

Sun. Aug. 25:
Varsity Event:  8:00am hike across the Seven Sisters and Team Breakfast.
Varsity Training:  5:00pm-7:30pm.

Wed. Aug. 28:  
Scrimmage at Chicopee, 5:30pm.  Bus leaves at 3:45pm. (Varsity; JVA)

Sat. Aug. 31:
Scrimmage at Tantasqua, 10:00am.  Bus leaves at 8:00am. (Varsity; JVA)

Thu. Sept. 5
First Game

Monday, June 10, 2019


Day 1
D Period Lunch
Drop C&G


  • All underclass yearbooks, including freshman yearbooks, are available in Guidance!
  • The Fund for The Public Interest, an environmental organization, is currently hiring Amherst students to join its summer campaign staff in over 30 cities across the country - including here in Amherst. Students will get the opportunity to gain first-hand experience in grassroots organizing, learn valuable communication skills and have the opportunity to participate in a variety of campaign actions including: running media events, coalition building, canvassing, and writing editorials, all while being paid as members of our staff. Contact Sarah Vonck at svonck@fundstaff.org for more info
  • Don't forget to stop by one of the Art rooms on Tuesday or Wednesday next week to get some free artwork made (and left here) by students going back to 2007!
  • 3-6 volunteers are needed at the Amherst Survival Center Today, June 10th, from 2:30-3:30. Tasks include breaking boxes, unloading a truck, and putting food away. If you would like to help, email Seo-Ho Lee at leeseo@arps.org.
  • Signed up for AP PHYSICS for next year and missed the meeting?  You must see Ms. Blauner in Room 223 before the end of school to collect instructions and materials for your summer assignment.
  • Holyoke Pride invites all LGBTQ youth and allies to our Youth Pride Dance on June 15th from 6 to 11 pm at the Holyoke City Hall Ballroom. The theme of this year’s dance is “Release Your Inner Queen” and will feature two drag performances, a DJ and lights show, a photo booth, ice cream bar, a nail painting station, raffle prizes and a red carpet fashion show! Free and open to youth ages 13-21--Come dressed in your most royal attire ready to dance the night away! This event is FREE!
  • The Sene-Gambian Scholars Program will have a brief but mandatory meeting immediately after school on Today in Room 203 for students participating in the 2020 exchange trip to West Africa.
  • Tour Guides Needed:  New 9th graders will be coming to Open House August 22 to learn their way around and get to know the building before the first day of school.  Friendly, helpful student volunteers are needed to show them around. If you are able to help, please sign up in the Guidance office.  Signing up is not a firm commitment because we know your summer schedule may still change, but if you sign up, we will contact you to ask you about it a couple of weeks in advance of the date.  Many thanks for your help!! If you have questions, see Mr. Sadiq.
  • ATTENTION ALL: Tuesday, June 11th, will be our last day for late buses.
  • If you're planning on taking AP Biology next year, there is a mandatory meeting at 3:00 on Today, June 10th in room 222. If you are unable to make the meeting BE SURE to check in with Mr. Cardozo or Ms. Paradis.

Athletics

  • Exciting news!  Fall sports registration is open!  Register early on FamilyID and check in with the nurse on your sports clearance.  Imagine heading off for summer vacation knowing you are all set for your fall sport!  Definitely a great feeling!!!!

Friday, June 7, 2019


Day 7
D Period Lunch  
Drop F

  • 3-6 volunteers are needed at the Amherst Survival Center next Monday, June 10th, from 2:30-3:30. Tasks include breaking boxes, unloading a truck, and putting food away. If you would like to help, email Seo-Ho Lee at leeseo@arps.org.
  • Signed up for AP PHYSICS for next year and missed the meeting?  You must see Ms Blauner in Room 223 before the end of school to collect instructions and materials for your summer assignment.
  • Holyoke Pride invites all LGBTQ youth and allies to our Youth Pride Dance on June 15th from 6 to 11 pm at the Holyoke City Hall Ballroom. The theme of this year’s dance is “Release Your Inner Queen” and will feature two drag performances, a DJ and lights show, a photo booth, ice cream bar, a nail painting station, raffle prizes and a red carpet fashion show! Free and open to youth ages 13-21--Come dressed in your most royal attire ready to dance the night away! This event is FREE!
  • The Sene-Gambian Scholars Program will have a brief but mandatory meeting immediately after school on Monday, June 10, in Room 203 for students participating in the 2020 exchange trip to West Africa
  • Tour Guides Needed:  New 9th graders will be coming to Open House August 22 to learn their way around and get to know the building before the first day of school.  Friendly, helpful student volunteers are needed to show them around. If you are able to help, please sign up in the Guidance office.  Signing up is not a firm commitment because we know your summer schedule may still change, but if you sign up, we will contact you to ask you about it a couple of weeks in advance of the date.  Many thanks for your help!! If you have questions, see Mr. Sadiq.
  • Great news! This Saturday’s tree planting is at the high school. 9-Noon 
  • ATTENTION ALL: Tuesday, June 11th, will be our last day for late buses.
  • The Graphic is online (http://thegraphic.arps.org)  and you can pick up a print copy on the box by the library! Read about the school's contract with Mass. Correctional Industries to reupholster auditorium chairs at a prison in Norfolk, MA, and keep reading, to learn about all of the following: our new adaptive gym class, a profile on incoming principal Gene Jones; Pedro Mendez and our restorative justice program; vaccines in our district, retiree stories, Limered bubble tea, Game of Thrones, the POCU trip to Harlem, the Senegambian exchange, and an exclusive interview with NFL draft Taj-Amir Torres! The Graphic brings you all the news!
  • If you're planning on taking AP Biology next year, there is a mandatory meeting at 3:00 on Monday, June 10th in room 222. If you are unable to make the meeting BE SURE to check in with Mr. Cardozo or Ms. Paradis.
  • Notice regarding attendance for all remaining students: We are seeing a sudden uptick in students coming in tardy. Some students are arriving so late that they are actually absent in their first period class. Please be advised that just because we are near end of year, it doesn't mean that students should be lax about getting here on time. Be assured that if you are making a habit of being tardy, it is likely that you could exceed the absence threshold in one or more of your classes, which would mean that you would lose credit for that class, regardless of your grade. Remember that every three tardies equals one absence. Be VERY careful with and aware of your attendance.

Athletics

  • Exciting news!  Fall sports registration is open!  Register early on FamilyID and check in with the nurse on your sports clearance.  Imagine heading off for summer vacation knowing you are all set for your fall sport!  Definitely a great feeling!!!!

Thursday, June 6, 2019

Day 6
D Period Lunch
Drop E

  • Signed up for AP PHYSICS for next year?  Please attend a meeting after school TODAY June 6, at 2:30 pm, in room 223 to collect instructions and materials for your summer assignment. If you cannot attend the meeting, please follow up in person with Ms. Blauner (in room 223) AFTER June 6 (materials not available before then)
  • Tour Guides Needed:  New 9th graders will be coming to Open House August 22 to learn their way around and get to know the building before the first day of school.  Friendly, helpful student volunteers are needed to show them around. If you are able to help, please sign up in the Guidance office.  Signing up is not a firm commitment because we know your summer schedule may still change, but if you sign up, we will contact you to ask you about it a couple of weeks in advance of the date.  Many thanks for your help!! If you have questions, see Mr. Sadiq.
  • Great news!  This Saturday’s tree planting is at the high school. 9-Noon 
  • AR[T]HS 2019 Opening Reception tonight! Please join us anytime between 5 - 8 pm at the Eli Marsh Gallery on the campus of Amherst College. On display is the very best artwork created by students this year. Jazz and food also provided.
  • The Minks is holding one last brownie bar to close out the school year! Stop by after school Today, June 6th for a brownie cup!
  • Signed up for AP Environmental Science for next year?  Please attend a meeting after school Today, June 6, at 2:30 pm, in room 224 to hear about your summer assignment. If you cannot attend the meeting, please follow up in person with Ms. Larsen.
  • ATTENTION ALL: Tuesday, June 11th, will be our last day for late buses.
  • The ARHS Sene-Gambian Scholars Program, which conducts an exchange program with schools in Senegal and The Gambia, is currently planning for the 2020 exchange trip to West Africa, which will take place in February. There are still some openings for additional participants, and partial scholarships are available. Students who will be in 10th, 11th, or 12th grade next year are eligible. If you are interested in participating in this life-changing experience, please come to the library right after school today (Thursday) to learn more about the program
  • The Graphic is online (http://thegraphic.arps.org)  and you can pick up a print copy on the box by the library! Read about the school's contract with Mass. Correctional Industries to reupholster auditorium chairs at a prison in Norfolk, MA, and keep reading, to learn about all of the following: our new adaptive gym class, a profile on incoming principal Gene Jones; Pedro Mendez and our restorative justice program; vaccines in our district, retiree stories, Limered bubble tea, Game of Thrones, the POCU trip to Harlem, the Senegambian exchange, and an exclusive interview with NFL draft Taj-Amir Torres! The Graphic brings you all the news!
  • There will be a meeting for boys’ soccer team Today, Thursday June 6th at 3pm in room 149. Thank you!!
  • Attention former Pelham After School students!  After 19 years, Lennie is retiring.  We hope you can stop by a casual celebration today, June 6th from 5:45 to 7pm at the Pelham playground to wish her well on her next steps!
  • If you're planning on taking AP Biology next year, there is a mandatory meeting at 3:00 on Monday, June 10th in room 222. If you are unable to make the meeting BE SURE to check in with Mr. Cardozo or Ms. Paradis.
  • Notice regarding attendance for all remaining students: We are seeing a sudden uptick in students coming in tardy. Some students are arriving so late that they are actually absent in their first period class. Please be advised that just because we are near end of year, it doesn't mean that students should be lax about getting here on time. Be assured that if you are making a habit of being tardy, it is likely that you could exceed the absence threshold in one or more of your classes, which would mean that you would lose credit for that class, regardless of your grade. Remember that every three tardies equals one absence. Be VERY careful with and aware of your attendance.

Athletics

  • Exciting news!  Fall sports registration is open!  Register early on FamilyID and check in with the nurse on your sports clearance.  Imagine heading off for summer vacation knowing you are all set for your fall sport!  Definitely a great feeling!!!!

Wednesday, June 5, 2019

Day 5
E Period Lunch             
MCAS Schedule


MCAS testing (10th graders) 2 hours
7:45 - 9:45
E Period Lunch

11:00 First    Science, Art, Directed Study, Academic Skills, AAC, Computer and Technology Education

11:30Second   English, Social Studies, World Languages

12:00 Third   Physical, Health, Family & Consumer Education, Performing Arts, Mathematics
C 65 min
9:50 - 10:55
E 60 min class, 30 min lunch
11:00 - 12:30
F 50 min
12:35 - 1:25
G 50 min
1:30 - 2:20


  • The Minks is holding one last brownie bar to close out the school year! Stop by after school on Thursday the 6th for a brownie cup!
  • Signed up for AP Environmental Science for next year?  Please attend a meeting after school on Thursday June 6, at 2:30 pm, in room 224 to hear about your summer assignment. If you cannot attend the meeting, please follow up in person with Ms. Larsen (in room 224).
  • ATTENTION ALL: Thursday, June 11th, will be our last day for late buses.
  • The ARHS Sene-Gambian Scholars Program, which conducts an exchange program with schools in Senegal and The Gambia, is currently planning for the 2020 exchange trip to West Africa, which will take place in February. There are still some openings for additional participants, and partial scholarships are available. Students who will be in 10th, 11th, or 12th grade next year are eligible. If you are interested in participating in this life-changing experience, please come to the library right after school tomorrow (Thursday) to learn more about the program.
  • The Graphic is online (http://thegraphic.arps.org)  and you can pick up a print copy on the box by the library! Read about the school's contract with Mass. Correctional Industries to reupholster auditorium chairs at a prison in Norfolk, MA, and keep reading, to learn about all of the following: our new adaptive gym class, a profile on incoming principal Gene Jones; Pedro Mendez and our restorative justice program; vaccines in our district, retiree stories, Limered bubble tea, Game of Thrones, the POCU trip to Harlem, the Senegambian exchange, and an exclusive interview with NFL draft Taj-Amir Torres! The Graphic brings you all the news!
  • There will be a meeting for boys’ soccer team Thursday June 6th at 3pm in room 149. Thank you!!
  • Attention former Pelham After School students!  After 19 years, Lennie is retiring.  We hope you can stop by a casual celebration this Thursday, June 6th from 5:45 to 7pm at the Pelham playground to wish her well on her next steps!
  • If you're planning on taking AP Biology next year, there is a mandatory meeting at 3:00 on Monday, June 10th in room 222. If you are unable to make the meeting BE SURE to check in with Mr. Cardozo or Ms. Paradis.
  • Signed up for AP PHYSICS for next year?  Please attend a meeting after school on Thursday June 6, at 2:30 pm, in room 223 to collect instructions and materials for your summer assignment. If you cannot attend the meeting, please follow up in person with Ms. Blauner (in room 223) AFTER June 6 (materials not available before then).
  • Notice regarding attendance for all remaining students: We are seeing a sudden uptick in students coming in tardy. Some students are arriving so late that they are actually absent in their first period class. Please be advised that just because we are near end of year, it doesn't mean that students should be lax about getting here on time. Be assured that if you are making a habit of being tardy, it is likely that you could exceed the absence threshold in one or more of your classes, which would mean that you would lose credit for that class, regardless of your grade. Remember that every three tardies equals one absence. Be VERY careful with and aware of your attendance.
  • The Girls Cross Country preseason meeting will be at 3:00 TODAY, Wednesday, June 5 at the tree. Whether you are definitely running or just thinking about running this fall, all are welcome!