FRIDAY FOCUS
Monomoy Regional High School's Weekly Newsletter
Published: December 1, 2023
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JOIN MONOMOY'S DIVERSITY COUNCIL!
Monomoy's Portrait of a Graduate
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SHARK SHOUT OUTS
- The Diversity Club would like to thank Mr. Sullivan and the following students Cam Perry, Aria Mooney, and Tommy Cervino for getting and storing the food we received from the Food Pantry.
- Shark Shout Out to Steve Cass for giving up some time to talk to the Creative Writing II: Global Outlook class about his perspective of Greek culture and his many travels to Greece. Thank you Mr. Cass!!
MRHS Theater Company Performance - Saturday, December 2
Planning to attend Harwich for the Holidays this weekend?
Be sure to drop by to see the Monomoy High School Theater Company's production of Christmas with a Twist on Saturday, December 2 at 3:00 PM in front of the Harwich Town Hall.
These fun holiday-themed short plays are a great way to kick off the holiday season. Come cheer on our students as they spread some cheer! Special thanks to Friends of the Arts for sponsoring this production.
Friends of the Arts Needs Your Help!
Attention Monomoy!
Friends of the Arts (FOTA) is an organization that helps enrich the arts in our schools. FOTA is looking for your help filling up our fundraising Raffle Baskets. We will need items that fit the following themes for each basket:
- Coffee Buzz!
- Dog Enthusiast
- Chocolate Lover's
- Spa Day
- Holiday Celebration
- Support Local!
Small items, gift cards, and non perishables are preferred. Items will be collected until Monday, 12/04/23, and will be presented & raffled off at the Winter Concert on 12/12/23.
You can drop items off at the main office at Monomoy Regional High School for Rose Richard to collect. If you have any questions, you can reach out to Rose Richard at rrichard@monomoy.edu.
Thank you sincerely for all of your help and support!
Music Festival Audition Results!
All Cape and Islands Music Festival
On Wednesday, November 15, Monomoy High School vocalists and instrumentalists auditioned for the All Cape and Islands Music Festival. Of these, 9 were vocalists, and the music department is THRILLED to announce that all successfully auditioned and will be performing in February!
In the Treble Choir:
- Dahlia Viprino-Soprano
- Raine Christakis-Alto
- Gizelle Wilson-Alto
- Alexis Arruda-Alto
In the Mixed Choir:
- Emma Capen-Soprano
- Leyla Holmes-Soprano
- Emory Hines-Alto
- Payton MacRoberts-Alto
- Faye Viprino-Bass
Orchestra:
- Alexa Babes-Deal-Violin 2 seat 4B
- Wellington Holmes-French Horn 1.1
Concert Band:
- Isaiah Woodland - Flute 1.1
- Charlotte Skinner - Oboe 1
- Riley Martin - Clarinet 1 - seat 2
- Benjamin McMullen - Alto Sax 2 seat 2
- Abigail Considine – Alto Sax 2 seat 3
- Lily Gould – Alto Sax 2 seat 4
- Simon MacBride - Tympani
Senior Southeastern MA Distict Music Festival Audition
- Leyla Holmes (Soprano)
- Alexis Arruda (Alto)
- Emory Hines (Alto)
- Payton MacRoberts (Tenor)
- Faye Viprino (Bass)
- Isaiah Woodland (Flute 1-2 Concert Band)
- Charlotte Skinner (Oboe 2-2 Orchestra)
- Wellington Holmes (French Horn seat 6 Orchestra)
Leyla Holmes, Emory Hines, and Isaiah Woodland scored high enough to qualify to audition for the All-State Music Festival!
Annual Winter Concert - December 12
Ad Lucem Root Word of the Week
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Upcoming 8th Grade Field Trip to Cape Cod Tech!
Interested in attending Cape Cod Tech next year?
Sign up for a field trip to see the school in action on Tuesday, December 12. Permission slips are due no later than Friday, December 8th to Mrs. Hall in the guidance office.
ATTENTION COLLEGE BOUND SENIORS & THEIR CAREGIVERS
IMPORTANT UPDATE ON 2024-2025 FAFSA!
The FAFSA will be available to fill out beginning on 12/31
Please adhere to all the financial aid deadlines that are listed for each college as each school has specific deadlines and requirements.
Watch these very HELPFUL VIDEOS from Federal Student Aid for some steps to take prior to the launch of 2024-2025.
Below is a list of steps necessary to complete your 2024-2025 FASFA!
Financial Aid 101
- To watch a recording of the presentation from our financial aid night in November, click here
- To view the slides from the presentation click here
Free Online Fishermen’s Training Course
Our free online Introduction to Cape Cod Commercial Fishing course is now available! SIGN UP HERE! Within 2 business days of signing up you will receive a separate email from Leaderosity with your log-in information.
Parenting Support Group
The Director of Youth and Family Services in Harwich, Ashley Symington is starting a new parenting support group: Parenting BIG Feelings. It will take place at The 204 and is open to all. They will be once a month until May - skipping December and February.
(Flyer for the series is attached at the end of Friday Focus)
Follow us on Social Media!
TWITTER: @MonomoyGuidance
INSTAGRAM: @MonomoyGuidance
Wishing you health and safety,
The MRHS Counseling Team
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ATHLETIC SCHEDULE: Week of 12/4
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MRHS Performing Arts Department Calendar 2023-2024
Please click the link to see the MRHS Performing Arts Department Calendar 2023-2024
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Cape Cod Chronicle's Christmas Story Contest
Deadline: December 11
Winter Walking: Nov. 21 - Jan. 2
- From now until January 2 (excluding Thanksgiving)
- Tuesdays and Thursdays from 4:30-5:30 pm at the HYCC
- Register Here
Christmas in Harwich: Dec. 1-3
- 1st Annual Stroll in Harwich Port
- Full Schedule Here
Cape Symphony ~ Holiday on the Cape: Dec. 1-3
- Barnstable Performing Arts Center
- Buy Tickets Here
Brooks Library Mega Book Sale: Dec. 1-3
- Friends of Brooks Free Library is hosting a book sale in their bookstore this weekend!
- All but select items are only 50 cents!
Holiday Concert: Dec. 6
- Harwich Community Center - Free Event
- Enjoy music, dancing and light refreshments
Self Care 101: Dec. 6
- Cape Light Compact at 5:30pm
- Free Admission, but Register Here
Chatham Christmas By the Sea Stroll: Dec. 8-10
- Holiday cheer with merchants on Main, light parade with Santa, tree lighting, breakfast with Santa and more!
- More information here!
Amplify POC Holiday Vendor Market: Dec. 9
- 3rd Annual Holiday Market
- 529 Main St, Hyannis from 2:00-6:00pm
Fundraiser for Orleans Local Youth Hockey Program: Dec. 15
- 1st Fundraising game for Orleans Youth Hockey team
- December 15 from 5:00-8:00 pm at Charles Moore Arena
Family Grief Groups
- 1st and 3rd Thursdays of each month, 5:30-7:30pm
- Hyannis, MA (Venue disclosed upon registration.)
While You're Waiting: Coping Skills Group
- To support Teens looking for therapists but have not yet gotten connected with one
Cape Cod Foster Closet
- Open on Tuesdays from 9-11, Wednesdays from 2-4, and by appointment by calling/texting 508-514-7125
Parent Workshop Series
- Chats are held in the Library at The 204 from 6:00-7:00 pm
- NEXT WORKSHOP: January 18
Youth Simple Fitness Program:
- Harwich Community Center Gymnasium
- Monday's - December 4, 11 & 18 and January 8, 22, 29
Indoor Field Hockey: Grades K-12
- Thursdays, December 7 - January 18
- $40 per person - Registration now open
MRHS School Handbook
Click here to access the 2023-2024 School Handbook:
MRHS Attendance Form
To report your child's absence, tardy, or upcoming dismissal please use the following link:
Friday Focus Archive
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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
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