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FRIDAY FOCUS

Monomoy Regional High School's Weekly Newsletter

FRIDAY FOCUSMonomoy Regional High School's Weekly Newsletter

Published: March 7, 2025 Published: March 7, 2025

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Kindergarten Registration NOW OPEN for 2025-2026! Kindergarten Registration NOW OPEN for 2025-2026!

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Bus Drivers Needed! Bus Drivers Needed!

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A great way to make some extra money and stay on your child's school day schedule. Bus drivers needed for large and small bus transportation. All training is provided by the Collaborative. For more information, please speak with Lisa Stobbart at 508-420-6950

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SHARK SHOUTOUTS SHARK SHOUTOUTS

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  • Thanks a MILLION to Jenn Peterson who was a huge help as the referee for the Class of 2027 March Madness fundraiser. Congrats to the winning team and all the teams who participated! -Mrs. Betsy Casey

Class of 2025 Prom Tickets: SALES END TONIGHT at 11:59pm! Class of 2025 Prom Tickets: SALES END TONIGHT at 11:59pm!

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BUY YOUR TICKETS HERE. See Mrs. Ginnetty or Mrs. Hall if finances, dates, or the deadline are concerns. If you are not sure whether you/your child has purchased one, please reach out so we can double check.


Guest Policy

If you are bringing a guest from outside of Monomoy, you must submit a guest permission slip to the main office by Friday, March 7th.


All guests must be under 19 years of age and attending high school or the equivalent. Monomoy alumni up to age 19 and not attending high school or the equivalent may attend. Students who do not meet the eligibility requirements must schedule an appointment with an Assistant Principal.



Seating & Songs

Submit table requests here. Each table has 10 seats, but you do not need to have 10 names in your request. Requests are due by Friday, March 28th.


If you have a song that will keep you on the dance floor, let us know here.



Overview of Events

Where: Wychmere Beach Club

When: Friday, April 11th

  • 5:00 PM - Student Arrival for Grand March
  • 5:30 PM - Grand March begins
  • 6:30 PM - Dinner & Dancing

Students are expected to be in school on Friday, April 11th if they plan to attend prom. Students attending prom may be dismissed after 2nd block with parent permission - stay tuned for the permission slip. Dismissal calls on the day of prom will not be accepted.


Thank you,
Lindsay Ginnetty & Caitlyn Hall
Class of 2025 Advisors

2025 Senior Graduation Newsletter & Senior Calendar 2025 Senior Graduation Newsletter & Senior Calendar

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!

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MRHS Spring Musical: Mamma Mia! Tickets on sale now! MRHS Spring Musical: Mamma Mia! Tickets on sale now!

MRHS Students of the Term MRHS Students of the Term

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Monomoy Regional High School announces Students of the Term


Monomoy Regional High School has introduced a new student recognition program in alignment with the district's Portrait of a Graduate. The Portrait of a Graduate identifies a collection of skills, attributes, and characteristics that Monomoy is committed to developing in each of our students from preschool to graduation. Those characteristics are Creative & Critical Thinker, Independent & Confident Learner, Communicators & Leaders, and Engaged Citizens


At the end of each marking term, MRHS educators nominate a student they have seen exemplifying these skills and attributes, qualifying them as Student of the Term. The Term 2 honorees are as follows:

Creative & Critical Thinkers

Arts – Boden Mabile

ELL – Jose Hernandez
English – Emory Hines
History – Emory Hines
Math – Lee Stockwell
Oak Street Academy – Aria Mooney
SAIL/SHORE/Best Buddies – Reese Labinski
Science/Tech/Engineering – Marie Schreiner
Wellness – Maeve Maguire
World Languages – Victoria Guzman

Communicators & Leaders

Arts – Jillian Stevenson

ELL – Vincent Ferrer
English – Sean Needham
History – Joey Ventura
Math – Molly Langway
Oak Street Academy – CJ Lombard
SAIL/SHORE/Best Buddies – Hoku Hill
Science/Tech/Engineering – Patrick Jordan
Wellness – Emily Brophy
World Languages – Evan Elhilow

Independent & Confident Learners

Arts – Ben McGrath

ELL – De-Andra Brown
English – Kayandra Watson
History – Alexis Goode
Math – Raymond Riley
Oak Street Academy – Thomas Cervino
SAIL/SHORE/Best Buddies – Jenna Zaloom
Science/Tech/Engineering – Elizabeth Cronen
Wellness – Owen Casey
World Languages – Finn Reid

Engaged Citizens

Arts – Payton MacRoberts

ELL – Laura Zacharias
English – Ethan Seufert
History – Marco-Dean Hart
Math – Fiona Moore
Oak Street Academy – Jayden Merriam
SAIL/SHORE/Best Buddies – Lillian Ghilardi
Science/Tech/Engineering – Yssell Rivas
Wellness – Ryder Long
World Languages – Grace Powers

Intern of the Week Intern of the Week

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Gabriel Simoes

I have exceedingly enjoyed my internship with Ms. Cunningham as a Unified PE assistant thus far. I have the opportunity to work with a great teacher who is fair to all students and teaches us the importance of being kind and inclusive regardless of who you work with. I have been helping set up the classes and giving ideas as to what activities should be done for the day to maximize the engagement of the SAIL students and their buddies. I am learning about sports, and I have the opportunity to better myself in the fields that I am lacking, but I also get to help young people do the same while both of us are having one heck of a fun time. This internship opportunity has enabled me to learn about the importance of exercise for everyone!

Luli Hollenbaugh and Emily Brophy

We have had the amazing opportunity to intern at the Chatham Council on Aging this year. What we love the most about it is the strong sense of community. At the COA, we are always greeted with open arms and a smile whether from the staff or the guests, and it is such a welcoming and uplifting environment to be a part of. We do a variety of activities such as assisting the staff with day programs, occasional reception support, decorating, scheduling, and much more. Each of the tasks that we do fosters our independence and communication skills which will be useful in transitioning into adulthood. By far, our favorite part of this internship is connecting with each of the guests, building relationships, and seeing them thrive. Every day at the COA is one to look forward to, especially on Bingo days!

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Youth Arts Month 2025 Events Youth Arts Month 2025 Events

MRSD All Arts Night MRSD All Arts Night

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Direct Links:

Mama Mia Tickets

Youth Arts Month Online Exhibit, MAEA (Starting March 17)

All Arts Night FREE Concert Ticket Registration (March 19)

Empty Bowls, Full Hearts (5PM) Tickets | Empty Bowls, Full Hearts (6:15PM) Tickets


Cape Cod Art Center, Beginnings Online Exhibit (March 28- April 9)


FOR MORE DETAILS AND LINKS PLEASE CLICK THE PDF of the FLIER ATTACHED BELOW!

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Arts Supporter of the Week: Lisa Forte-Doyle Arts Supporter of the Week: Lisa Forte-Doyle

Student volunteers needed for Harwich Elementary Shamrock Shimmy Student volunteers needed for Harwich Elementary Shamrock Shimmy

The Harwich PTO is hosting its annual Shamrock Shimmy family dance and needs student volunteers to help out! The event will be held Saturday, March 15, from 3-5 p.m. Volunteers are needed for setup and for various activities during the dance. If you would like to volunteer, complete the form here.

2025 LETR Harwich Polar Plunge: Saturday, March 15 2025 LETR Harwich Polar Plunge: Saturday, March 15

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Please join the Monomoy Unified Buddies on March 15th for the Special Olympics Polar Plunge.


Sign up below if you want to join the team ... or just show up and have some fun: https://fundraise.specialolympicsma.org/team/8522


DETAILS:

Red River Beach- 47 Old Wharf Rd, Harwich, MA, 02646
Parking: Parking is available at the beach.
Registration/Check-in: 10:00AM | Plunge: 11:00AM

Order your 2025 yearbook! Order your 2025 yearbook!

Get your yearbook today! We expect them to sell out this year!


If you need financial assistance to purchase a yearbook please email Mrs. Francesconi (kfrancesoni@monomoy.edu).

Outer Cape Health Services Navigator School-Based Service Site Outer Cape Health Services Navigator School-Based Service Site

MRHS has joined with Outer Cape Health Services to offer additional support to our school community. This new project aims to increase access to community supports and clinical services for students and their families. The service will provide onsite access to OCHS navigator services and tele-behavioral and telemedicine appointments. The school-based OCHS Navigator will work alongside school personnel to help students and families to access locally-based services and resources. The Navigator program will support students in connecting to the resources that they need to improve health, wellness, and academic engagement. Navigators will provide customized case management services, ensuring that students and families are connected to the supports that they need. To learn more, click here or speak to the school's nurses or counselors.

Gift of Thrift Gift of Thrift

Thanks to a huge donation from Solis in Harwich Port, The Gift of Thrift has great shoes and some awesome clothing. We greatly appreciate the generosity of our community and SOLIS.

Bags of groceries available on Fridays Bags of groceries available on Fridays

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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!

SHORE Food Pantry SHORE Food Pantry

Complete this form to schedule a pickup time!

Friends of the Arts (FOTA) Friends of the Arts (FOTA)

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Empty Bowls, Full Hearts - Thursday, March 20 Empty Bowls, Full Hearts - Thursday, March 20

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Monomoy Regional High School is proud to present Empty Bowls, Full Hearts, a fundraiser to benefit the Family Table Collaborative of Cape Cod.


You or the whole family can enjoy a delicious homemade soup dinner in a charming ceramic bowl made by MRHS students, on placemats made by the HES and CES students! To accompany the soup, there will be Pain D'Avignon bread, Pelham on the Rise cookies, and Dunkin' coffee. While you eat, enjoy concerts from both the MRMS and MRHS choirs and participate in a raffle with fantastic prizes facilitated by the Family Table Collaborative.


5PM Seating Tickets: https://www.msbtickets.com/monomoyregionalhighschool/event/emptybowlsfullhearts5pm


6PM Seating Tickets: https://www.msbtickets.com/monomoyregionalhighschool/event/emptybowlsfullhearts615pm

Harlem Wizards Game: Friday, April 4 Harlem Wizards Game: Friday, April 4

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The Monomoy Class of 2027 is hosting the Harlem Wizards at the High School on Friday, April 4.


Tickets go on sale this week. Limited seats available: Ticket URL: https://www.harlemwizards.com/tickets/harwich

Class of 2029: T-Shirts Fundraiser Class of 2029: T-Shirts Fundraiser

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College Board College Board

To register for the SAT’s, students must sign up through College Board. Two test dates remaining for the spring.

Interested in Dual Enrollment? Interested in Dual Enrollment?

For rising juniors and seniors who are interested in Dual Enrollment at Cape Cod Community College in the future, there will be an info session on March 11 during Jawsome B. Please see your email to register for a spot.

Upcoming MCAS Dates Upcoming MCAS Dates

ELA: Grade 10

Session 1: March 25

Session 2: March 26


ELA: Grade 8

Session 1: April 15

Session 2: April 16


MATH: Grade 8

Session 1: May 6

Session 2: May 7


SCIENCE: Grade 8

Session 1: May 15

Session 2: May 16


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

Scholarships Scholarships

Seniors need to be actively working on scholarships. Scholarships that MRHS is notified of are posted in Naviance.

AP Exam Schedule AP Exam Schedule

MEFA Financial Aid Offer Hotline: Wednesday, March 19 MEFA Financial Aid Offer Hotline: Wednesday, March 19

MEFA is hosting an online Financial Aid Offer Hotline to help families understand their financial aid offers and compare college costs. Join us on Wed, March 19th anytime from 5:00 p.m. until 7:00 p.m. Once you log in, you’ll be paired with a financial aid expert who can help you review your child’s financial aid offers, answer any questions, and provide guidance on paying the remaining costs (while keeping debt low). Register now so we know to expect you.

Service Academy Information Night: Friday, May 9 Service Academy Information Night: Friday, May 9

Cape Cod Family Resource Center Cape Cod Family Resource Center

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Sharing Kindness Events Sharing Kindness Events

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Family Grief Group

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Virtual Family Night

Cape Cod Children's Place Program Offerings Cape Cod Children's Place Program Offerings

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

MRSD Cape Cod Community Resources
This document is updated regularly! Please check for amazing resources available to the MRSD community.

Follow us on Social Media!

INSTAGRAM: @MonomoyGuidance

Wishing you health and safety,

The MRHS Counseling Team

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Scholar Athletes of the Month: FEBRUARY Scholar Athletes of the Month: FEBRUARY

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Morgan Willis

Morgan is a leader on and off the ice. Morgan had a great month of February in terms of growth as a player. She really found her role as a 200 foot player showcasing her hardworking attitude and grit. She also took on a big role as a penalty killer heading into playoffs allowing her to use her quick feet to her advantage shutting other teams down. In the classroom Morgan carries a 4.08 GPA. - Coach Zach Wells

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Finn Hyora

I have known Finn for a little over 4 years. This is the 2nd year I’ve been able to be his head coach. Finn is a 3-time captain and starter. He is a great player and leader. He is admired by team members, teachers and students.


I’ve been fortunate to coach Finn. He is intelligent, a coach on the floor. He does everything we ask of a student athlete. He knows where every player should be on the floor. He never cuts corners to achieve success. He is a special young man. In the classroom Finn carries a 4.31 GPA. - Coach John McCarthy

Upcoming Events Upcoming Events

  • Meet the Spring Coaches Night: MONDAY, March 10th at 5pm - MRHS Gym (Changed to 5pm!)
  • Winter Sports Awards Night: MONDAY, March 10th at 6pm - MRHS Gym (Date & Location changed to Monday and MRHS Gym!)

MRHS Spring Sports Updates MRHS Spring Sports Updates

Spring sports are right around the corner. Here is all the information you need in order to participate in spring sports at the high school.

High School:
High School spring sports begin Monday March 17th.


High School Meet The Spring Coaches Night is Monday, March 10th at 6:00pm in the MRHS Gym.


1. Arbiter Registration is open. All student-athletes must be registered on Arbiter Registration prior to the first tryout/practice.
2. All student-athletes must have a current physical on file with the school nurse or our Head Athletic Trainer Taylor Sliney. Taylor's email is tsliney@monomoy.edu.
2. All high school student-athletes must have a current ImPACT Test with our Head Athletic Trainer Taylor Sliney, prior to the first practice.
3. All high school student-athletes must complete two free courses at nfhslearn.com. Concussion in Sports and Implicit Bias and submit their certificates to Taylor Sliney at tsliney@monomoy.edu.
4. All student-athletes must submit a signed pre-participation head injury form to Taylor prior to the first practice.


If you have any questions regarding clearance, feel free to email Taylor or myself at any time.

Karen Guillemette, CAA
Director of Athletics

Monomoy Booster Club: Comedy Fundraiser - Friday, March 21 Monomoy Booster Club: Comedy Fundraiser - Friday, March 21

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For tickets, to donate, or sponsor, please visit: https://www.funny4funds.com/events/monomoy-booster-club-fundraiser/1432

Monomoy All Sports Booster Club Merch Store is open! Monomoy All Sports Booster Club Merch Store is open!

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

Monomoy Athletics Instagram

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

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Link to online MRHS Calendar
What Day Is It? Calendar
2024-2025 Performing Arts Department Calendar

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REAL TALK Community Panel to discuss Cape Cod Youth Crisis: Thursday, March 20 REAL TALK Community Panel to discuss Cape Cod Youth Crisis: Thursday, March 20

PAAM Art Reach Earth Week: Free Program! PAAM Art Reach Earth Week: Free Program!

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MRHS Attendance Form

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

https://mrhs.monomoy.edu/attendance

Friday Focus Archive

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

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

MRHS Student/Parent Handbook

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

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Contact Us!

Email: mrhs@monomoy.edu
Website: mrhs.monomoy.edu
Location: 75 Oak Street, Harwich, MA, USA
Phone: 508-430-7200

Monomoy News & Social Media

Updates, school news, pictures & MORE!


MRSD Latest News/Updates: https://www.monomoy.edu/our-district/latest-news

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/monomoyschools

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/monomoyregion

Threads: https://www.threads.net/@monomoyschools

Official Monomoy Regional SD App: Download from App Store or Google Play

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