The Town of Amherst is designing a playground for the children ofAmherst, to be located in Kendrick Park. The Planning Department, LSSE and DPW staff are working together to prepare a design, with input from the public. During the summer of 2019 the Town of Amherst applied for a PARC grant from the Commonwealth of […]
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ARPS Distance Learning Initiative: Internet Access for All Students Students need internet access in their homes in order to fully benefit from the distance learning now being offered by our public schools in this time of crisis – but we know that about 100 families in our school district do not have the financial means […]
Learn MoreDue to COVID-19 concerns, the PGO must cancel/postpone some Spring 2020 events and fundraisers. We have listed only events and fundraisers that the PGO is directly involved with. As of April 3rd, 2020: The following events and fundraisers are CANCELLED and will not be rescheduled: Crocker Culture, Book Swap, Staff Appreciation Lunch, Science NightDutch Mill Bulbs Fundraiser, […]
Learn MoreWhile school is closed, ARPS Nutrition Services Department, ARPS Family Center and the UMass Baby Berk Food Truck are offering breakfast and lunch for students who rely on those school meals. An article about their efforts is available here. There are 13 pick-up locations where students can take their grab-and-go meal while observing social distancing. […]
Learn MoreHere are some links to find out COVID-19 information at the local and state level: Town of Amherst Covid Website Town of Amherst Website Massachusetts Department of Health
Learn MoreMulti-Arts is excited to announce plans to produce a play inspired by Carl Sagan’s “Pale Blue Dot”. This production is set to premiere Summer 2020, and will have elements of live music, narration, and of course, fantastical sets and props! We invite children under 18 to watch this video, reflect on Sagan’s words, and create art/poetry/writing inspired […]
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While we have reached the end of our first school closure week, we are all adjusting to our new normal. Balancing work needs, interacting with our families, trying to find ways to learn, play and generally stave off boredom for both children and adults is, to put it simply, a real challenge. Let’s give a […]
Learn MoreAlthough we had to cancel the Book Swap, the books collected and purchased won’t go to waste! The PGO has donated around 1300 books to the district to distribute when handing out meals in Amherst. Questions can be directed to 413-362-1871 or martinezm2@arps.org .
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Out annual teacher and staff appreciation lunch is on Thursday April 9, 11:30-1:30pm in the teacher workroom. We are serving a delicious homemade lunch and plan to lightly decorate the space to make it more inviting, a respite from school chaos! While second and third grade families are spearheading the event, we are also asking the entire community for a few […]
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Due to concerns surrounding COVID-19 and school activities, the 6th Grade Hillside Pizza Fundraiser has been cancelled. All checks will be returned, please contact Tracy Zafian at tmz23@zafian.com for more information (this is not a PGO fundraiser). CANCELLED CANCELLED CANCELLED Buy dinner and dessert while helping Crocker Farm’s Sixth Grade fundraise for their annual field […]
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Spring is on its way! Warmer temperatures, budding blossoms, relaxing outside with a cool drink…and yard work! What better way to purchase Spring plants and bulbs (that you may already need) AND support Crocker Farm than a Dutch Mills Bulbs fundraiser! For your outdoor or indoor garden, or to gift to someone else, the PGO gets 50% […]
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Amherst Elementary Science Night is on April 9th at the Amherst Regional Middle School Cafeteria from 6-7:30pm! This event introduces students of Amherst and Pelham’s elementary schools to a wide range of science concepts through hands-on activities and demonstrations. Activities will be led by older students and scientists from local organizations and colleges. Every student […]
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The voting closed at 8pm on Super Tuesday for the Big Ideas Campaign. We received 63 votes total and we have a clear winner: Option B: We Love Fresh Paint and Recess. The tally was as follows: Option A (Keep It Even): 20 first choice votesOption B (We Love Fresh Paint and Recess): 38 first […]
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Crocker Farm’s annual Book Swap is approaching, and we need your help in the form of BOOKS, for preschool through 6th grade. Collection boxes are in the main lobby and in the preschool entrance. We are especially looking for titles that appeal to older readers, grades 4th, 5th and 6th. We encourage students to donate at least one book they LOVE (not […]
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