Spartan News
Week Ending 6/2/23
From the Principal
This week has been focused on celebrating the members of the Class of 2023. As we look forward to the graduation ceremony on Sunday, it's a time to look back and reflect on where they've been.
At our awards ceremony on Thursday, where students were honored for their accomplishments and our community generously gave over $350,000, the Class was reminded how many people played a role in getting them to this point. From their preK teachers and elementary school staff to all the folks who supported them through middle school and then into high school, but most importantly all of their friends and their family.
This year's seniors were our 9th graders back in 2020 and ended that first year separated from friends, teachers and the activities they were starting to enjoy. They persevered through their sophomore year, despite losing so many opportunities, and grew into the leaders, athletes, scholars and young adults we are sending onto the next phase of life. We wish them all the best in their futures and hope they remember Monument as a place that had some small part in shaping them and their dreams.
As always, if you need assistance with anything, please contact me via email kristina.farina@bhrsd.org or phone (413-528-3346).
Senior Class Events
Sunday, June 4th -
- 9:30 am - Graduation breakfast
- 1:30 pm - Graduation at Tanglewood - no tickets or limit on guests
- Graduates need to arrive by 1:00 pm
JUNIOR CLASS FIELD DAY - CAMP HI-ROCK - FRIDAY, JUNE 9TH
Suggested things to bring: Water bottle, bathing suit, towel, sunscreen, bug spray
Suggested footwear: Sneakers, Crocs, water shoes
Suggested clothing: Athletic/gym clothes
A brown bag lunch consisting of a sun butter/jelly sandwich, juice box, carrot sticks, and apple slices or apple sauce will be provided to those students placing a checkmark on the permission form next to lunch needed.
MMRHS Athletics
Congratulations to the boys baseball team, Western MA Champions 2023!
Monday, June 5, 2023 - MIAA State Tournament
Round 32
Boys Varsity Baseball vs. Snowden Int'l School @ Copley
at Monument Mountain Regional High School
3:30 PM - 5:30 PM
Admission to all MMRHS home state tournament games is FREE!
2023 Tentative Baseball Tournament Schedule
MIAA Baseball Tournament Bracket
Round of 32: June 4-5
Round of 16: June 7-8
Round of 8: June 10-11
State Semifinals (@Neutral Sites): June 13
(with at rain date of June 14)
State Finals Virtual Meeting for Principals, AD’s and Coaches - June 15
State Finals @ Polar Park: June 16-June 17
Boys Baseball Team Store....Please support your Spartans!
https://teamlocker.squadlocker.com/#/lockers/monument-baseball-store
If the Squadlocker link does not directly connect you to the Monument Store please click " Find Your Store" and type in "Monument Baseball".
Our students did wonderful reporting on interesting and important topics.
Please take a few minutes to read the latest edition!
RISING JUNIORS OR SENIORS RYSE OPPORTUNITY
What is RYSE?
The Railroad Street Youth Student Empowerment Program (RYSE) offers young people from South County the chance to explore their goals and potential next steps after high school. Over the course of five days, participants will meet with panelists and local partner organizations to create community, network, and learn about balancing tasks, goal setting, and financial behavior, and to participate in self-reflection and self-care activities.
Youth receive a stipend of $200 upon completion of the program and are eligible to apply for a scholarship of up to $20,000. The scholarship may be used over the next four years to assist with tuition at a state or private college or university, a community college or vocational school, a focused curriculum for a gap year, or any GED Program.
Who is RYSE for?
RYSE is for anyone who is in high school (rising junior or seniors) or recently graduated in South County who is confused/unsure/stressed about their “next steps” or need help with “adulting” and life skills. We aim to target a wide range of young people, so there is really no “wrong” applicant. However, we so try to outreach specifically to folks who might not have a lot of support in the home or elsewhere, whether that is financial support or support with a trusted and knowledgeable adult in working out their next steps.
When is RYSE?
July 10th-14th
9am-4pm
Participants are expected to attend every day, the whole day.
Point of outreach: We understand that many young people need to work over the summer, and would need to take off work during the RYSE week. That is why we offer the $200 stipend for all participants, to show that their time is valuable and to give them some sort of income for the week.
RYSE APPLICATION LINK
Juniors - Are You Beginning to Think about College Essays?
Take advantage of our writing tutor, David Sultan.
This is a great opportunity to start brainstorming and drafting some college essay ideas.
To meet with Mr. Sultan, students can do one of three things:
● email him directly at david.sultan@bhrsd.org
● use this link (Appointment Schedule) to set up an appointment
● see your guidance counselor
A reminder that breakfast and lunch are free for all Massachusetts students for this full year.
In addition, students can bring money to purchase additional lunches OR a la carte items.
LOOKING FOR A SUMMER JOB??
Handbooks
Monument Mountain has three handbooks that we would like families to read with their students. Students will be reviewing the procedure guide and student charter in their advisories throughout the school year.
The general school handbook contains all of the laws and policies that govern the school and allow us to hold an orderly school assembly. This is an important school document for you to read and understand.
The procedures guide is a listing of all of the daily procedures that allow us to safely proceed with our school day. This document is new and constantly evolving. As a result, you will see some sections that are incomplete. This is an important document for parents and students to read.
The student charter is written by students and for students. The authors of the charter believe the document to be an articulation of how students want to exist in school and what needs to happen for a safe existence to be possible.
Any Questions?
Questions and Answers
Here is who to contact with certain types of questions:
If you haven't received the information packet from the school, call the main office at 413-528-3346 ext. 3100 or email our secretary at doreen.hughes@bhrsd.org.
If you have a question about a particular class please contact the teacher.
If you have a general question about your child’s schedule or about the school, please call or email our Guidance secretary, becky.campetti@bhrsd.org or contact your child’s guidance counselor directly.
If you have a question about PowerSchool login or use, call the guidance office at 413-528-3346 ext.5 or email our Guidance secretary at dede.norton@bhrsd.org.
If you have a question, about busses and transportation, call the main office or email our secretary at heather.Lorance@bhrsd.org.
If you have a question about sports or activities, contact our Activities Director, Karl Zigmand at karl.zigmand@bhrsd.org.
Not sure who to ask, just call the main office at 413-528-3346 ext. 3100 or email our school secretary, doreen.hughes@bhrsd.org
Monument Mountain Mission Statement
The mission of Monument Mountain Regional High School is to create opportunities that foster intellectual and personal growth and Challenge all to become courageous learners, engaged citizens, and individuals of integrity.