This morning, we celebrated Andrew Fitzpatrick for his grit and determination in achieving his high school diploma. Andrew, congratulations and well wishes for your future endeavors.
Unfortunately this Saturday's winter wonderland dance has been postponed. We anticipate announcing a new date in the next week. Refunds will be available next Monday by seeing Ms. Sheffield or the ticket can be rolled over for our new date.
Congratulations to Beal's Poetry Contest finalists Piper Bailey and Om Patel. At the recent poetry reading, they represented Athol High with courage, talent, and maturity as they shared their work with a room full of students from many local schools.
Athol High School educator recognized for superior dedication and achievement by the National Society of High School Scholars. Science teacher Latasha Sheffield who has supported the start of two new student clubs (Academic Decathlon and Mock Trial) at the school was awarded a School Club Cash Grant to support the work associated with these two clubs.
Throughout the year, students from Athol High School will compete against other Massachusetts high schools in scholastic competitions through Academic Decathlon and those in Mock Trial will study a case, conduct legal research and prepare for a trial which they will ultimately be act out as a culminating event.
Students or families looking to learn more about either club should contact Ms. Sheffield at lsheffield@arrsd.org
Dear AHS; a software glitch was identified with attendance on term 1 report cards. Our IT department has corrected these errors, which are now accurately reflected on report cards in our student/parent portals. If you wish to receive a corrected hard copy, contact our Student Services at guidance@arrsd.org.
Children's Advocacy Center will be facilitating beginning next Tuesday at VOC. This 6-week group for female-identified teens ages 12-17 will provide education, skill-building, and peer connection in a safe and supportive environment (with yummy snacks!). Topics include: risks girls face in person and on-line, healthy relationships and consent, MA laws governing teen sexting and non-consensual sharing of inappropriate images/videos, keeping self and friends safe, calming and regulating tools, and of course self esteem and empowerment.
AHS Welcomes you to the start of the 2024-25 School Year!
We hope you have all enjoyed your summer, and are positively geared up for our first day of school tomorrow, Wednesday, August 27th.
AHS doors open at 7:10am, with breakfast being served until 7:35AM.
At 7:35 AM, all students will report to their Advisory class. Staff will be available as you enter the building to assist in helping you determine your Advisory class.
In your Advisory class, teachers will provide students with their Term 1 schedules.
See you tomorrow!
From August 9- August 19
Please see attached flyer- Scan QR Code for more info.
If you plan to attend our Summer Bridges program please scan the QR code to reply./Utilize el código QR si le interesa asistir al Programa de Puentes.
Valuing Our Children's North Quabbin Patch Parents Council annual backpack drive will be happening August 1st and 2nd. We are encouraging families (who live in the North Quabbin) to pre-register for their backpacks. Pre-registration information can be found on the attached flyer.
Free meals will be available this summer for all kids and teens 18 and under at meal sites throughout Athol Royalston COMMUNITY! no sign-up or ID required. This summer, meals must be consumed on site with breakfast and lunch. Please see attached for locations and times
Athol High School Class of 2024 Graduation Livestream. May 31, 2024 7:00PM
https://www.youtube.com/live/b42GOtXUrIQ?si=4eSEp67SSouD7AFI
We're thrilled to announce the new app for ARRSD! It's
everything ARRSD, in your pocket.
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Show your support for the Class of '24! See below
Due to the expected weather, all schools in the Athol-Royalston Regional School District will be closed tomorrow Thursday April 4th, 2024. Central office will also be closed. Thank you
Approved FY24-25 District Calendar
NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING
ATHOL-ROYALSTON REGIONAL SCHOOL DISTRICT
THURSDAY APRIL 4, 2024
REORGANIZATION MEETING AT 6:00PM
FY25 BUDGET PUBLIC HEARING AT 6:15PM
ATHOL-ROYALSTON MIDDLE SCHOOL LIBRARY
1062 PLEASANT ST. ATHOL, MA 01331
Quick MCAS Update:
Current 10th Grade students will test on:
ELA MCAS- March 26 & 27
Math MCAS- May 28 & 29
Physics/ Biology MCAS- June 4 & 5
In preparation for the Science MCAS, current 9th Grade students will complete a science benchmark assessment on March 26 & 27 at 7:40 AM.
Current 11th and 12th grade students taking AP English Language & Composition, AP English Literature and Composition, AP US History or AP World History will participate in practice AP Testing on March 26 & 27 beginning at 8:00 AM.
Any other 11 & 12 Grade students not testing will be working on a delayed opening schedule (Early College students will start at regular time).
All AHS Classes will resume at 10:10 AM on March 26 and 9:40 AM on March 27.
*Please note, buses will run at their normal schedules, students not testing who arrive prior to when classes resume will be offered breakfast and a space to study in the cafeteria.
Any questions, please call 978- 249- 2435
The results from the community vote from last night's lip sync are in....the winner is...THE SENIORS.
Congrats Class of 2024 on the win and all of the classes and participants on one amazing show.
Thank you to everyone that came out and showed the students and staff your support.
