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Monomoy Regional High School's Weekly Newsletter
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Go to the calendar page on our website, then click the RSS feed icon at the upper right of the calendar and follow the steps (find support and additional instructions here).
MRSD has recognized its Staff Shoutout for October - Jack Dunford, a custodian at Harwich Elementary School! Congratulations to Jack on this well-deserved honor! Each month, the district will feature a Staff Shoutout, and staff members can be nominated by students, parents/caregivers, and colleagues for outstanding positive contributions to our schools at www.monomoy.edu/staffshoutout. Nominations for November are now open! Any staff members nominated previously can be nominated again, except for those already honored this year.
In Spanish classes, our students honored the Mexican tradition of DÃa de los Muertos — the Day of the Dead — a heartfelt celebration that remembers and pays tribute to loved ones who have passed away. This ancient tradition reflects the beauty of Hispano American culture, where remembrance is expressed with color, music, flowers, and love.
Students chose someone meaningful to them — from family members to admired figures from national and international communities — making the experience deeply personal and culturally rich. Together, they built altars (ofrendas) filled with respect, creativity, and vibrant symbolism.
Beyond its artistic and emotional impact, this cultural experience allowed students to practice the Spanish language in an authentic and meaningful way, fostering empathy, curiosity, and cross-cultural understanding.
We are incredibly proud of our students for embracing this project with such enthusiasm and heart. May we continue to inspire our youth to grow as engaged citizens and compassionate global citizens who celebrate and honor every culture’s story.
Grade 10 students have a great opportunity to participate in a Task Force with Children’s Cove. Students interested can pick up applications in the guidance office.
The Children’s Cove and Monomoy Teen TASK (Taking a Stand for Kids) Force is a group for high school students interested in making a positive impact in their community. Its mission is to raise awareness of the programs and services Children’s Cove provides and the public health crisis of child sexual abuse and exploitation. The Teen TASK Force provides the tools for teens to advocate for peers seeking help and to raise awareness of the supports and services of Children’s Cove. TASK Force members meet throughout the school year, learn about issues facing our community, as well as complete a project to raise awareness in their school and community.
These listening sessions are intended to gather input on best use of Opioid Settlement funds and to foster regional collaboration.
Link to the zoom is here: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/82820994427
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Email: mrhs@monomoy.edu
Website: mrhs.monomoy.edu
Location: 75 Oak Street, Harwich, MA, USA
Phone: 508-430-7200