The Rev Report - October 10, 2025

Posted Date: 10/10/25 (7:52 PM)

Dear ABRHS Community,

On Monday, we will not have school in honor of Indigenous Peoples’ Day. On Tuesday, we are looking forward to our first-ever PSAT and Community Day. We are happy that we will be able to offer the PSAT to all 11th graders during the school day this year. The 9th, 10th, and 12th grade students will engage in field trips and workshops. We are excited to offer these opportunities for experiential learning.

We are also looking forward to seeing parents and caregivers next Thursday night at 6:30 pm for Back to School Night. Classes will start promptly at 6:30 pm, and parking can be quite full. We encourage you to arrive with enough time to make it to your first class!

Indigenous Peoples’ Day - Monday, October 13

On Monday, we will not have school in honor of Indigenous Peoples’ Day. We acknowledge and celebrate the resilience, traditions, and invaluable contributions of Indigenous people to our country.

Recent Incidents at the High School

I shared this message with our community yesterday about incidents involving racist and antisemitic messages and symbols in bathrooms at the high school this past week. These incidents are profoundly hurtful to our community and antithetical to the values of inclusion and respect we uphold as a school.

We will continue to work towards making our school inclusive and safe for all individuals. We believe education is crucial. Our students and staff engage in Hate & Bias Training, and staff will continue to foster inclusion, interrupt biased comments and actions, and educate students. Students and families are encouraged to reach out to counselors, administrators, and trusted adults should they want support or to talk about these incidents. We appreciate your commitment and partnership as we work to combat antisemitism and racism in our schools.

Midpoint of Quarter 1

We have reached the midpoint of the first quarter of the school year. At this time, we encourage students and families to view current grades in the PowerSchool Portal. Students should use this information to reflect on their progress, set targeted goals for improvement, and engage in dialogue with their teachers about their learning. Quarter 1 will end on October 31, and grades will be issued in mid-November. Students should reach out to teachers if there are any questions about grades and share this information with their families. If questions remain, families should then reach out to teachers.

PSAT and Community Day - Tuesday, October 14

We are looking forward to our PSAT and Community Day on Tuesday. 10th Graders and 12th Graders going on field trips to Fenway, UMass Amherst, and UMass Dartmouth should dress appropriately for the weather, as it looks like it could be a rainy day. Feel free to bring a raincoat and umbrella. Students should report to the following locations on Tuesday morning:

9th Grade - Stearns Gym at 7:55 am
10th Grade - Regan Gym at 7:55 am
11th Grade - East Commons at 8:00 am (Students will go to their PSAT rooms at 8:20 am.)
12th Grade UMass Amherst and UMass Dartmouth Trips - Cafeteria at 8:00 am
12th Grade Post-Secondary Workshops - Receive first room number in West Commons when arrive; report to first room at 8:00 am

Students with athletic games on Tuesday are required to be in school for half of the day, per our Handbook.

Fall Athletic Team Picture Day - October 17

These teams will have their Yearbook Team Pictures taken on Friday, October 17: Golf, Girls Cross Country, Girls Soccer, Cheer, and Swim & Dive. Coaches will share specific times for each team.

Back to School Night - Thursday, October 16, 6:30 - 8:30 pm

Our annual Back to School Night for parents and caregivers will take place this Thursday, October 16, beginning at 6:30 pm. Parents and caregivers will follow student schedules and have the opportunity to meet teachers and learn about the courses. We will send Back to School Night schedules and instructions via email next week.

9th Grade Parent and Caregiver Night - Wednesday, October 22, 6:00 - 7:30 pm, Auditorium

On Wednesday, October 22, we will host the 9th Grade Parent & Caregiver presentation from 6:00 - 7:30 pm. At this meeting, counselors and administrators will share information and insights about the high school experience here at AB.

Mid-Autumn Festival

We thank the Dear Asian Youth, Korean Language, and DESA clubs for hosting the Mid-Autumn Festival on Thursday afternoon. We enjoyed activities such as Lantern Making, Whisper Challenge, and Karaoke.

Diwali Autumn Festival Celebration

Please join the Asian Culture Club for a Diwali and Fall Festival Celebration next Wednesday, October 15 at 3:00 pm in East Commons. There will be activities, food, and fun!

Parking Lots

Only seniors with a valid parking sticker may park in Senior Lot. Juniors may park at Lower Fields. No students are allowed to park at the Junior High, Central Office, or Parker Damon Building. Tickets will be issued.

Junior Class News Spaghetti Dinner & Auction

The Junior Class Leaders will host a Spaghetti Dinner for all Class of 2027 families on Saturday, November 15 from 6:30 to 8:00 pm. There will be an auction to help raise funds for class events during our students’ junior and senior years. Visit this link for more information.

Junior Class Raking Day

Junior Class Raking Day is on Monday, November 10 (a no-school day). Join the Class of 2027 from 10:00 am - 12:00 pm to help the Acton-Boxborough community's senior citizens rake their yards. Visit this link for more details and to sign up to volunteer.

Senior Dues - Due by October 31

Senior dues ($200.00) pay for the following: Cap and Gown, High School Diploma, Senior T-Shirt, Yearbook, and a ticket to the Kimball Farm Outing. Senior dues are required for all seniors. Please follow this link to learn more.

Tardiness to School

We know it is important for students to start their school day on time. If students arrive after 8:00 am, they are required to check in at the Main Office for a late pass. Teachers will send students to the Main Office for a pass if they walk into class late.

After their first unexcused tardy, students will receive a warning and will be provided with a review of the tardy policy. After their second unexcused tardy, families will receive communication and a reminder of our expectations. The third and subsequent tardies to school may involve possible detentions or loss of campus privileges. The "tardy count" will reset at the start of each quarter.

A parent/caregiver should call (978) 254-3300 x41001, email hsattendance@abschools.org, or send in a signed note with the student to bring to the main office to excuse a student. Parents/caregivers have until 11:00 am to excuse a tardy to school.

Parent Drop-Off at KinderCare

It has come to our attention that some students are being dropped off in the KinderCare parking lot on Hayward Drive. This parking lot is not to be used for student drop-off, and we appreciate your understanding.

Upcoming Dates

Mon, Oct. 13 - Indigenous Peoples’ Day, No School

Tues, Oct 14 - PSATs and Community Day