FRIDAY FOCUS

There is a troubling social media trend encouraging students to intentionally damage their school-issued Chromebooks by forcing metal objects such as paper clips, push pins, or pencil graphite into a port on the device. Not only can this destroy the device, but it also has the potential to create a safety hazard in the form of fire, smoke, and injury to students and staff. Any student who engages in this activity will face disciplinary consequences, and the family will be charged the full cost of a replacement device. Please take a moment to talk with your child about this issue and reinforce the importance of using school equipment safely and appropriately.

In order to create appropriate bus routes and stops, families are asked to complete the online Aspen transportation form by May 30, 2025. Click here to log into your family Aspen account, and select 'Start a new Bus Verification.' Please note that you must complete the form for each student.

Members of the Monomoy Regional Middle School Building Committee – parents, community members, and construction experts – share more information about the upcoming renovation project at Monomoy Regional Middle School in this video. Learn more at www.monomoy.edu/mrmsreno

Important Dates:

• Thursday, June 12 (FULL DAY of school) - Final Exams in the afternoon
• Friday, June 13 (HALF DAY of school) - Final Exams
• Monday, June 16 (HALF DAY of school) - Final Exams
• Tuesday, June 17 (HALF DAY of school) - Final Exams
• Wednesday, June 18 (HALF DAY of school) - LAST DAY OF SCHOOL! Makeup Exams & Abbreviated Schedule

Buses depart by noon on half days (Friday 6/13-Wednesday 6/18).

Print the MRHS Final Exam Schedule at this link.

Please reach out to the school with any questions. More information about the end-of-year will be released soon!

11th Grade Student Charlotte Skinner presented at Harwich's town meeting on May 6th, 2025. Charlotte represented her US History II class and spoke in favor of passing Article 49, which allows tax exemptions for short term rental owners who convert their homes into affordable, long term rentals. The legislation Charlotte advocated for also passed!

The Monomoy Regional High School Finance Club had Bela McMahon speak about her experience as an investment banker intern and junior at Umass Amherst's Isenberg School of Management. She spoke about her interests, majors, internships, and the funds she is a part of. She also spoke about her experiences giving pitches as a part of "The Minutemen Alternative Investment Fund (MAIF): the only selective student-run hedge fund comprised of undergraduate students at the Isenberg School of Management." Bela is a graduate of Monomoy Regional High School's class of 2022.

Free Admission!

If you ordered a yearbook, please pick it up ASAP in the Main Office.

YEARBOOKS ARE SOLD OUT!

Thank you all for your support!

Dear Graduating Seniors, Parents, and Caregivers,

We are looking forward to celebrating our Class of 2025 at their graduation ceremony on Saturday, June 7 at 6:00 PM on the MRHS Turf Field. We have included detailed information for our seniors and their families regarding end-of-year responsibilities, schedules, and graduation event details. Please review this important information and let us know if you have any questions.

The 2025 Senior Newsletter includes:

• Senior Obligations Checklist
• Graduation Ceremony Information
• Schedule of Upcoming Senior Events
• Senior Final Exam Schedule

Check out the MRHS Graduation webpage for this information and any updates as the end of the year approaches.

Please do not hesitate to contact the school with any questions. We look forward to celebrating the Class of 2025!

• Monday, May 19 - Friday, May 23: Senior Spirit Week
• Wednesday, May 21: Senior Stroll
• Thursday, May 22: last day of classes
• Friday, May 23: Senior Beach Day & Red Sox trip
• Tuesday, May 27 - Friday, May 30: Final Exams
• Friday, May 30: FinFest
• Wednesday, June 4th: MANDATORY Graduation Rehearsal #1
• Thursday, June 5th: Senior Breakfast, MANDATORY Graduation Rehearsal #2, & Convocation
• Saturday, June 7th: GRADUATION!

We want to inform you that your Monomoy Google account will be archived on June 30, 2025. After July 1, 2025, you will no longer have access to your Monomoy Google account or any data stored within it.

To ensure a smooth transition, please take the following actions before June 30:

1. Download Your Data: If you would like to keep a copy of your data, please use Google Takeout to download your data, including emails, documents, and photos, before it’s archived. Visit: takeout.google.com. You can choose specific services (like Gmail or Drive), select the file format, and download your data to store it on your computer or transfer it to another cloud service.
   
   
2. Update Connected Portals: If you have any college or other portals connected to your Monomoy Google account, make sure to change your email address in those portals to avoid disruptions.

Mrs. Francesconi will be sending WEEKLY email reminders but please be sure to do this ASAP after Graduation. Thank you!

Elsa Lalone celebrates masters degree with her class

Getting a job this summer? If you are between 14-17 years old, you need a work permit! Pick one up in guidance, get it filled out, then bring it back to the main office DURING JAWSOME!

I’m reaching out to invite you to participate in the Suicide Awareness Walk on Saturday, May 17th, an event aimed at raising money for Sharing Kindness. This cause is especially meaningful for us here on Cape Cod, where the suicide rate is higher than anywhere else in Massachusetts.

Sharing Kindness, along with grief support and community education, also plays a vital role in supporting the MRHS Hope Squad, funding the curriculum we use, and providing frequent consultation and support as we grow the visibility of our Hope Squad. The Monomoy Hope Squad will be kicking off fundraising efforts for the walk, so keep an eye out for them!

MRHS Hope Squad Fundraising Link

Please consider joining us on the walk, donating using our link, or sharing the link with friends and loved ones who might be interested in donating to this amazing nonprofit.

The Diversity Club, with the help of donations from the community, Stop and Shop, and Google . Org Teen Mental Health Initiative, can distribute individual bags of food on Fridays. They are handed out at the end of the day and are available to anyone who needs them. Pick up in the Main Office lobby as you are heading out to your bus!

https://www.accelevents.com/e/monomoy-regional-schools-friends-of-the-arts-2025-

ASVAB testing will be on June 3 at 8:45am. Open to juniors and seniors. Free! Sign up in guidance or through email.

CCCC Pathways Program will be here on Tuesday, May 20 to assist those who have not fully registered.

MATH: Grade 10

Session 1: May 20

Session 2: May 21

CIVICS: Grade 8

June 2

Physics and some Biology: Grade 9

Session 1: June 4

Session 2: June 5

This is a reminder to all of our seniors taking required online coursework. You have very little time to complete a course that is required for you to graduate.

For all other students, remember you are expected to finish your course by 6/19. Unless pre-approved by your counselor, all courses must be completed by the end of the school year or you will be withdrawn from your course.

Please make sure not to wait until the last minute…..

The Aspen Portal is open to students through vacation week to request courses for the 2025-2026 school year. Please encourage your students to identify requests and then they will meet with their counselor to review over the course of the next few weeks.

https://capecodchildrensplace.com/program-offerings/ - click on the link for the interactive calendar!

INSTAGRAM: @MonomoyGuidance

Wishing you health and safety,

The MRHS Counseling Team

Mon. 5/19

V/JV Girls Lacrosse @ 12:15

V/JV Baseball @ 1:15

V Girls Tennis @ 1:30

V Boys Lacrosse @ 2:30

V Girls Golf out all day for C&I Championship

Tues. 5/20

MIAA Women in Sports Day (Paige Nash & Fiona Moore) ALL DAY

V Track and Field @ 12:30

V Softball @ 12:30

V Sailing @ 1:00

V Baseball @ 1:45

Fr. Baseball @ 2:30

V Track and Field @ 12:30

Wed. 5/21

V Boys Lacrosse @ 12:15

V/JV Softball @ 2:00

V Sailing @ 2:00

Thurs. 5/22

V Sailing Girls Only out all day for Women's Regatta

Click here to access the Monomoy All Sports Booster Club's merch store: https://monomoy-merch.printify.me/products

Follow us on Instagram for game results, scores, updates, and more!: @monomoyathletics

To report your child's absence, tardy, or upcoming dismissal please use the following link:

https://mrhs.monomoy.edu/attendance

Did you know? Past issues of the Friday Focus can be found on our website:

https://mrhs.monomoy.edu/news/friday-focus

Monomoy Regional High School operations and activities are guided by Monomoy Regional School District policies and school-specific procedures. The MRHS Handbook is a resource for families and students, providing information and guidelines for a variety of topics. If you have additional questions not covered here, contact MRHS at (508) 430-7200.

https://mrhs.monomoy.edu/parent-caregiver-resources/school-handbook

Email: mrhs@monomoy.edu
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Phone: 508-430-7200

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