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Informational Update from ARHS: Back-to-School Information for Families

Posted Date: 8/22/25 (4:00 PM)
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PRINCIPAL'S UPDATE
Dear ARHS families,

Although our official reopening of school isn't until next week, we saw signals this week that the 2025-2026 school year is upon us, with some staff returning to set their classrooms up, our Fall student-athletes beginning their seasons, and our Peer Mentors getting organized for Freshman Orientation. The building and campus were more lively than they've been in some time!

I do my best to keep you apprised of the key information you need to support your child, but I also recognize that parents receive an abundance of school and other communications. So, I typically communicate with families each Friday afternoon, providing key updates and school-related information about the following week and the weeks after that. Sometimes, I send as-needed communications during the week, when I need to. Also, it's important to note that Assistant Principal Brown sends out a weekly email to students, "The Week Ahead: Student Edition," which has all of the information your child needs to be informed and prepared for each week. You are welcome to see that update here. 

If you have a question or concern that could use the assistance of an administrator throughout the year, please contact the administrator assigned to your grade:
  • Grades 9 and 11: Mr. Matt Gitkind, mgitkind@nsboro.k12.ma.us
  • Grade 10: Mr. Andrew McGowan, amcgowan@nsboro.k12.ma.us
  • Grade 12: Mrs. Janet Brown, jbrown@nsboro.k12.ma.us
Worth noting: this year, our faculty will be working together to reduce the distraction that cell phones can create in classrooms by uniformly requiring students to place their phones in caddies or bins at the front of the room at the start of each class. Many, many teachers already use this best practice with success, and the research is clear that limiting access to phones during class supports both mental health and focus. I am writing to enlist your support by forecasting this change for your child, emphasizing that it is designed to improve their ability to engage fully in their learning.

Also, please note the following crucial dates and monitor your email as the dates approach for more details: 
  • Open House is September 16, 2025, 6:00-8:30 pm
  • Parent Teacher Conference Night is October 9, 2025, 6:00-8:30 pm
I hope that you enjoy the final days of summer. We look forward to seeing our students next week!
 
Sincerely,
Sean Bevan
Principal, ARHS
This week's events:
  • Aug. 28: First Day of School (Titan Day, with A-block assembly)
  • Aug. 29: Second Day of School (Titan A Schedule)
Upcoming events:
  • Sept. 1: Labor Day - No School
  • Sept. 4: Student and Staff Picture Day
  • Sept. 16: Parent-Teacher Open House 6:00-8:30 pm
  • Sept. 17: Regional School Committee 7:00 pm
  • Sept. 23: Rosh Hashanah - No School

A high school student standing in front of a trifold board speaks with an adult.
Senior Lydia Njitoh discusses her summer internship placement as part of the Summer Internship Showcase in July. Lydia was one of 23 rising seniors who completed a 4-week, 75-hour internship program across 15 local organizations and businesses, including Main Street Bank, Artemis Veterinary, New England Botanic Garden at Tower Hill, Component Sources International, and more. Students explored career fields such as marketing, finance, health care, horticulture, conservation, and manufacturing. Beyond building technical knowledge, students honed workplace readiness skills—professionalism, communication, collaboration, creativity, and critical thinking—through hands-on experience and weekly reflection journals. (Photo credit: Michelle Kaelin)
SCHOOL NEWS

School Pictures: Lifetouch will take school pictures on September 4. The alphabetical schedule for the photos will be shared as the dates 

Algonquin Athletics Update – Fall 2025
  • All up-to-date athletic information can be found on our Athletics Website
  • 2025–2026 Digital Tickets - Planning to attend a Boys’ or Girls’ Soccer game or a Football game this fall? Please note: All home games are DIGITAL TICKETS ONLY. Tickets are available online through Vanco Events and can be purchased via the Athletic Website 
    • Prices: $3 (students/seniors), $5 (general admission). A small processing fee will be applied. Tickets can be saved to Apple Wallet or Google Wallet, or printed and presented at the gate.
    • Cash will not be accepted at home games. We strongly encourage purchasing in advance.
    • Looking ahead ➡️  Winter Season (2025–2026), tickets to Boys’ and Girls’ Basketball and Boys’ Hockey home games will also be sold online through Vanco Events
    • Sports Passes – Save Time & Money! The 2025–2026 Algonquin Sports Pass is now available! Skip the lines – simply show your pass at the gate! Admits you to ALL Algonquin home sports events (Football, Boys’ & Girls’ Soccer, Boys’ & Girls’ Basketball, and Boys’ Hockey). Excludes MIAA-sponsored tournaments and Girls’ Hockey. Order your Sports Pass online here and pick it up in the Athletic Director’s Office.
  • Fall 2025 Season Schedules - View all team schedules through ArbiterLive here
  • Baseline ImPACT Testing for Freshmen, Transfers, and any Student-Athletes who did not take the Baseline ImPACT Test in 2024–2025:
    • Baseline concussion testing is mandatory before your first regular-season game/competition.
    • The test is free and offered through the Northborough-Southborough Regional School District.
    • This neurocognitive tool assists health care providers in concussion evaluation and management.
    • More details can be found here and by reaching out to the Athletic Trainer Corinne Carbone at ccarbone@nsboro.k12.ma.us. You can also consult your physician for additional guidance.
  • Questions? Contact Mr. Mike Mocerino, Athletic Director at mmocerino@nsboro.k12.ma.us
CELEBRATIONS

National Hispanic Heritage Month (9/15 to 10/15)


Hispanic Heritage Month takes place from September 15 to October 15 every year as a time to recognize and celebrate the many contributions, diverse cultures, and extensive histories of the American Latino community. Beginning in 1968, Hispanic Heritage Month was originally observed as “Hispanic Heritage Week” under President Lyndon Johnson, but it was later extended to a month during President Ronald Reagan’s term in 1988.
Since then, the month has been celebrated nationwide through festivals, art shows, conferences, community gatherings, and much more. The month also celebrates the independence days of several Latin American countries, including Costa Rica, El Salvador, Guatemala, Honduras, and Nicaragua on September 15th, Mexico on September 16th, and Chile on September 18th. 

Constitution Day (9/17)

On September 17, 1787, the Founding Fathers signed the U.S. Constitution. The Constitution, along with the Bill of Rights and other amendments, defines our government and guarantees our rights. In December 2004 a federal law was enacted that designates September 17 as "Constitution Day and Citizenship Day" to commemorate the signing of the United States Constitution. Each year, on September 17, Districts across Massachusetts celebrate Constitution Day and Citizenship Day. 
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