ABRPTSO
Weekly Chatter
AB Regional High School
March 27, 2022
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Table of Contents
- Calendar of Events
- Feeling Springy?
- Class of 2022 - Senior Community Service Day
- Project Graduation 2022: Henna, Gift Cards & More!
- Leadership Conference Opportunity for Sophomores
- Spring Community Ed Programs
- AB Food Pantry Outpost
- ABRHS Spring Concert
- ABRHS Library Introduces New "Library of Things"
- Proscenium Circus Advances to Regionals!
- Discovery Museum Scholarship - Juniors & Seniors!
- Summer Jobs Board
- ABSAF Spring Fundraiser
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Tuesday, April 12th - ABRPTSO General Board Meeting
Tuesday, April 12th - ABRHS Spring Concert
Friday, April 29th - Senior Community Service Day
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Feeling Springy?
With club and sport team tryouts happening all over school, we are seeing many smiling faces for the first time! It warms our hearts, and along with having some MCAS testing done, there is a lot to smile about! How about you trying something new? How about an ABRPTSO Meeting? Just throwing it out there. We are a fine bunch of folks just trying to help the AB community. Feel free to come and have a listen or share an idea. We love ideas! Our next meeting is Tuesday, April 12th at 7pm at the High School in Room 115N. Hope to see you there!
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Class of 2022 - Senior Community Service Day
There is still time for seniors to sign up to volunteer on Senior Community Service Day! On Friday, April 29th, you'll see all 450 seniors in matching t-shirts, raking, painting, cleaning and gardening at over 60 service projects. Senior Community Service Day highlights:
- Breakfast will be provided!
- Everyone senior gets a free t-shirt!
- Seniors who sign up will be excused from class to volunteer!
- There are 60 projects in the community that need over 450 students volunteers!
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Seniors can register here!
If your or your student have questions about the event, accessibility, or would like to request accommodations, please contact Melissa Dempsey (mdempsey@abschools.org).
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Project Graduation 2022: Henna, Gift Cards, and More!
Project Graduation, the annual substance-free all-night party for all AB seniors, is funded almost exclusively through donations. Thank you so much to those who have already given via our parent donation letter! If you have not already done so, please consider making a donation back through the mail or on our website. It's a great feeling to be a part of keeping our community's kids safe on graduation night! In addition to our mailing, we have the following ongoing requests:
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Every year at the big event, our volunteers give out gift cards as prizes at the game and activity stations throughout the evening, and the kids love it. Would you like to donate? Complete this donation form, and the Gift Card Coordinator will be in touch.
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We are still looking to add some henna art to the Class of 2022's all-inclusive graduation celebration. If you are a parent with henna art skills and you'd like to volunteer your time at this year's event, please send us an email. Thanks!
Jennifer Mabardy and Jennifer Philion
AB Project Graduation 2021 Co-Chairs
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Leadership Conference Opportunity for Sophomores
Each year the Rotary Club invites sophomores to apply for the Rotary Youth Leadership Awards (RYLA) conference, an exciting leadership opportunity available only to current sophomores, the Class of 2024. The application has been emailed to all sophomores. Additional information can be found at the AB Rotary Club Website. The applications are due on March 31st. Please contact the Rotary Club representative, Marianne Fleckner, with any questions at mfleckner@actonma.gov.
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Spring Community Ed Programs
Community Ed is offering a myriad of teen and college prep courses this winter and spring. Visit our website or sign up for our email list to receive updates regarding new classes. You can reach our office at 978-266-2525 with questions or to register.
Crossman Speed and Agility Clinic (Gr. 5-12), Sundays, April 24 - June 19
Crossman Speed and Agility is a program dedicated to FUNdamental skills that improve the athletic experience and performance of young athletes. Our goal is to help improve speed, agility, strength, and power, as well as proper running mechanics through drills and exercises that will eventually lead to success in sports. Course Code: CROSSMANSP22
SAT Bootcamp: Math, Tues-Thur, April 19-21 (Vacation Week)
The SAT Math section covers a wide range of content, and students need to be prepared to answer questions from across the full spectrum of math they have learned. In this class, we will review the content that students need to know, we will teach strategies that help students to answer even the most difficult questions, and we will prepare students to recognize common patterns in how the SAT attempts to create difficulty. Course Code: MATHSATSP22
SAT Bootcamp Reading/Writing, Tues-Thur, April 19-21 (Vacation Week)
The Reading section of the SAT is notoriously difficult, and the Writing section will put students' knowledge of grammar and punctuation to the test. Students will learn and practice effective and intuitive techniques for each type of reading passage, they will learn the essential punctuation rules and important patterns to look for, and they will learn to recognize and respond to all question types. Course Code: SATREADINGSP22
SAT Practice Test, Saturday, April 30
This full-length practice SAT provides students with the opportunity to sit for a low-stakes test in a simulated Test Day environment. In addition to the valuable practice, students will comprehensive receive score reports that will help them to understand their test performance and make a well-informed decision as to whether the SAT or the ACT is a better fit for them. Course Code: SATTESTSP22
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AB Food Pantry Outpost
Students in need of food or personal care items can access these items through the Food Pantry Outpost in the Counseling Center at no charge. Students can “shop” in the outpost in the Counseling Center (see Mrs. Kelly) or submit this order form online and pick up bagged items in Counseling. Of course, all information and participation will be held in strict confidence. For more information on the Food Pantry Outpost, please contact Lindsay Rosenman or Elizabeth Warren in the Counseling Center. The Acton Food Pantry (including the Acton Community Supper) has been providing food assistance to residents of Acton and surrounding towns since 1984 and partnered with the high school in 2020 to provide in-school access to food pantry items.
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ABRHS Spring Concert
To celebrate the fantastic community of student artists at ABRHS, this year’s spring concert, Colors of Spring, will be at the historic concert venue, Mechanics Hall in Worcester. Come enjoy the excitement as the ABRHS Music Ensembles return with a live performance on Tuesday, April 12 at 7 PM. Don’t miss this wonderful evening of music featuring our Concert Band, Chamber Choir, Madrigal Singers, Orchestra, Bella Voce, and Jazz Band. The evening will also feature works by students in the ABRHS Visual Arts Department.
Tickets are $15 and must be purchased in advance at www.universe.com/abrhsmusic. (ABSAF passes are not accepted at this fundraising event).
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ABRHS Library Introduces New “Library of Things”
Beginning this week, students will be able to check out materials from the library’s newest collection of “things.” From ukuleles to Makey Makeys, calligraphy, origami, ring lights, bird watching, and more–check out the full list of offerings and how it all works here. Reach out to Anna Secino (asecino@abschools.org) with any questions.
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Proscenium Circus
Proscenium Circus is pleased to announce that the production of The Importance of Being Earnest has advanced to the regional round of the Massachusetts Educational Theater Guild Festival. Catch Earnest at Framingham High School on Saturday, April 2nd at 11:30am. $15 day passes at the door, more information at www.metg.org
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Discovery Museum Scholarship
Discovery Museum announced the 2022 Discovery Museum Scholarship in celebration of the 40th anniversary of the founding of the Museum. The program will award two $1,000 scholarships to high school juniors or seniors in MA.
All high school juniors and seniors residing in MA are eligible to apply. Award money can be used for any educational or developmental experience, such as college or trade school tuition, travel expenses to support an exciting volunteer opportunity, or costs to provide a learning experience for young children. Video or written applications are being accepted now at https://bit.ly/3hDXUnL and must be received by May 1, 2022. Recipients will be announced later this spring.
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Summer Jobs Board
If your student is looking for a summer job, several can be found at our Student Jobs Board. Please bookmark this page as new postings for current and summer opportunities come in regularly.
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Great News!!!! ABSAF (Acton Boxborough Student Activity Fund) is kicking off a Spring Fundraiser!!!!!!!
Support ABSAF by purchasing an AB logo umbrella and beautiful pansies for the spring!
Spring Is Here.... Rain or Shine....Be prepared for Spring Season!
Everyone can stay dry with the signature Acton-Boxborough Logo Umbrella for $15, as well as purchase fun festive flowers to decorate your home with an 8 inch multi- colored pansies pot for $12- Purchase combinations of both to receive a discount!
Purchase an AB Umbrella and a POT OF PANSIES!
*All orders must be submitted by Sunday, March 27th- pick up your items on April 9th from 10am-1pm at the St. Elizabeth’s parking lot - 89 Arlington St, Acton
ABSAF is a non-profit organization led by adults and high school students board members.
The purpose of ABSAF is to raise money each year through ABSAF sales and donations. These funds are then donated to the Acton Boxborough Regional High School and RJ Grey Jr High to support performing arts groups, athletic teams, academic teams and community service efforts.
To learn more about ABSAF, please visit www.absaf.net. Thank you for your support!
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Materials Science Conference for Sophomores and Juniors
The ASM Materials Education Foundation is offering a FREE Materials Science Experience Conference. This one-day program for sophomores and juniors in Massachusetts will be held at the DCU Center in Worcester. Students will participate in hands-on learning in the areas of casting, cryogenics, shape memory alloys, hydrogels, electron microscopy and more. This is not a school-sponsored event. If your student is interested, the details and application are here.
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