FRIDAY FOCUS

Reminder: It’s important for students to charge their Chromebooks and bring them to school each day. Loaner devices are limited, and borrowing one disrupts class time. Having their devices ready to go helps them stay on track with their learning and ensures a smooth start to the school day. Thank you for your support in helping students be prepared!

• Bus Route Information
• The MRHS Late Bus begins Monday, September 9. Click here for the Late Bus schedule.

Click here for a handy schedule for MRHS's rotating 7-day schedule!

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.

On Friday, September 13, students from the SAIL Program traveled to Eastham and had a wonderful day!

"We are reading The Adventurous Life of a Cape Cod Dog written by Nancy Saglione-Peck who is from Eastham. It is a wonderful tale of the adventures of Shelby, Nancy's dog and is told from Shelby's point of view. In the book, Shelby goes on many adventures with his parents around Cape Cod. The kids are loving it and learning about different places on Cape Cod, the history of Cape Cod, science topics, and so much more!

Today, Nancy met us at First Encounter Beach, where one of the chapters is set. She brought Shelby's brother (Shelby "couldn't make it") and we all went on a walk on the beach together. The kids were able to ask her questions and she stayed and had snack with us. Then she gave each student a signed copy of her book and wrote a little note to each student...so sweet. After the beach, we headed to the visitors center and watched a movie about Cape Cod, went to the museum and explored a bit. From there, we went to the Red Barn for lunch and then stopped to get the kids an ice cream on the way home. (Shelby always got an ice cream on the way home from the beach:) It was the absolute best day! The kids were so happy!"

Students of the SHORE Program take their skills into the community. Reese Labinski, Claire Cooney, and Grade Jodice enjoy spending their Tuesday morning cleaning the dance studio and occasionally posing for a photo.

The Spirit Club is re-imaging Homecoming this year! We will be having several student vs teacher events that you can participate in next Friday 9/27 during the pep rally at the end of the day.

We need student volunteers for each event. If you are interested, please sign up here: Pep Rally Volunteers Sign Up Here

Throughout the week, we will have an ongoing completion between grades to win a pizza or ice cream social for their grade! Here's how to earn points:

1) Participate in the spirit week days: Each day teachers will tally students who dress up

2) Win teacher vs student competitions during the pep rally for your class

3) Have the best decorated section in the gym for the pep rally: There will be a Jawesome next Friday during A and B where students can sign up to decorate their section.

Go Sharks!!

-The Spirit Club

When: Saturday, September 28th from 7pm-9:30pm

Where: MRHS Gym
Who: Grades 9-12 ONLY

Theme: Under the Sea

How do I buy tickets?

All tickets will be sold ONLINE ONLY, using the following link. Tickets are $16.30 each and are non-refundable. The LAST day to buy Homecoming Tickets is next Tuesday 9/24 at midnight.

https://www.msbtickets.com/monomoy regional high school/event/mrhshomecoming2024

Can I bring a guest?
Students may bring only 1 guest. If you would like to bring a guest from another school, please make sure you submit a Guest Permission Slip by TODAY Friday, September 20th to Ms Police. Guest permission slips can be found in the Main Office and outside of Mrs. Widegren's room (A159). All guest permission slips will be verified by Principal Police.

Please see Mrs Widegren or Ms Dennehy with any questions!

-Spirit Club

THIS YEAR'S 2025 yearbooks for sale (ONLINE only)!

• Go to ybpay.com
• Enter code: 9900725
• Enter student name & grade
• Order your yearbook!

If you have any questions or require financial assistance please email Mrs. Francesconi at kfrancesconi@monomoy.edu.

We also have some extra 2024 yearbooks for sale! If interested in getting a copy of last year's yearbook at a discounted price of $50, then please email Mrs. Francesconi. Thanks!

The portrait date scheduled for tomorrow has been RESCHEDULED to Saturday, October 5! If you were signed up to get your portrait taken on Saturday, September 21 then you have automatically been scheduled for October 5 and there is nothing you need to do. If you would like to sign up to get your photo taken on October 5 then follow the instructions in the Yearbook Checklist. Thank you!

Please note that 10/5 is the same day as an SAT test. If you are taking the SAT please be sure to adjust your appointment time to the afternoon if necessary.

Dear Class of 2025 students & caregivers,

I hope you all had a memorable and enjoyable summer and a great first week back to school so far! Just a few reminders regarding senior portraits and your senior yearbook checklist:

SENIOR PORTRAITS

• ONLY 1 DATE LEFT TO SIGN UP: It may be hard to believe but there is only 1 date left to take your senior portrait with Prestige Portraits! Be sure to sign up or confirm your appointment as soon as possible! You should have received a card in the mail from Lifetouch/Prestige Portraits that had your specific code to sign up online for your portrait date. If you don't have your code, you can email me at kfrancesconi@monomoy.edu OR you can enter the school and your name to find your information.

• All senior portraits are due to Mrs. Francesconi by Friday, November 22nd.

BABY PHOTO & SENIOR QUOTE/PARAGRAPH DUE 11/22/24

• Please read the attached Senior Yearbook Checklist for more information and our strict due dates for all things yearbook!

PURCHASE YOUR YEARBOOK and/or SENIOR AD

• SENIOR YEARBOOK DISCOUNT: To purchase your yearbook go to ybpay.com and enter the code 9970025. Enter your name and grade and your senior discount will automatically be applied. Senior yearbooks are only $80 until 12/31/24 (that's $10 off!)

• SENIOR ADS: Senior Ads are not available for purchase. You pay for your senior ad space now and in January the yearbook team will reach out to start designing your senior's ad using any photos or messages you'd like to include!

Please contact Mrs. Francesconi with any questions: kfrancesconi@monomoy.edu

Best Regards,
Katie Francesconi

With the support of The Arts & Justice Collective and Amplify POC, Inc., we are excited to announce the First Annual Latinos Festival in Cape Cod, which will take place on Saturday Oct 5th, from 10am-2:00 pm at the Monomoy Regional High School.

The event is FREE, and beside the Latinos, all communities are welcomed to attend too! This is going to be a great opportunity to celebrate Latino traditions and pride highlighting the richness of our latino music, and art, essential facts of the cultural fabric of our countries. In addition, it will help us to create bridges of understanding and fraternity among our diverse communities.

We will have typical tables from Latin countries, workshops for entrepreneurs, information about resources and support, keynote speakers, games for families, food trucks and live music from Mariachi Guadalajara, visiting from Boston!

For the educational community, this festival offers a valuable pedagogical resource. Students of Spanish and other multicultural programs will have the opportunity to experience an immersive event, connecting what they learn in the classroom with the vibrant reality of Latin culture. This will enrich their learning and foster greater appreciation and respect for diversity.

Please contact cberbeo@monomoy.edu for more information or if you are interested in participating in any of the activities. You can also visit the website:

ENGLISH: https://sites.google.com/monomoy.edu/latinosencapecodenglish

SPANISH https://sites.google.com/monomoy.edu/latinosencapecod

¡Nos vemos!

Chatham Oktoberfest will be held Saturday, October 19, 2024, and the Chatham Chamber of COmmerce is looking for volunteers to help out. Tasks may include: watching over vendor tents for short periods of time; greeting visitors; helping vendors load and unload their gear; putting out signage; setting up and breaking down; giving out general information; and having fun. If you are interested in volunteering, please click here to complete the form. Interest forms are due no later than September 27, 2024

Shop September 13-22! https://monomoy.itemorder.com/shop/home/

The 58th Annual All Cape College Day Fair is scheduled for Wednesday, October 16, 2024 from 3:30 to 5:30 PM at Barnstable High School. This event is open to the public and there is no cost to attend.

We are excited to partner with StriveScan again this year to enhance to fair experience for our students and our post-secondary representatives. Students should pre-register at strivefair.com or by using the QR code in the post. Representatives will scan your barcode during the event. After the fair, you will receive an email report with information from all of the colleges and programs who scanned your barcode! Wondering who will be exhibiting at the fair? Here is a link to the 2024 College Fair Attendees. Questions? Email allcapecollegeday@gmail.com.

Residential Construction Career Day (RCCD) is an award-winning, annual event that is a collaboration between the MassHire Cape & Islands Workforce Board and the Home Builders & Remodelers Association of Cape Cod. The purpose of this event is to encourage local high school students to explore the construction industry through a series of interactive activities. Students are provided with hands-on learning opportunities, as well as the option to speak with industry professionals regarding future employment, internship prospects, job shadow opportunities, and informational interview options. This exposure links students with industry partners and employers within construction and STEM fields. Construction is a priority sector within the region, leading to full-time, year-round employment and self-sufficient wages. RCCD provides an opportunity to promote career pathways in construction and also make an investment in the workforce of tomorrow.

To find out more, please visit https://masshire-capeandislandswb.com/residential-construction-career-day/.

To attend, please see Ms. Armstrong in Room C115 for a permission slip.

Space is limited. To attend, please see Ms. Armstrong in Room C115 for a permission slip.

EVENT LOCATION: Cape Cod Gateway Airport Terminal, 480 Barnstable Road, Hyannis, MA 02601

INSTAGRAM: @MonomoyGuidance

Wishing you health and safety,

The MRHS Counseling Team

Mon. 9/23

V/JV Girls Soccer @ 2:15

V Boys Golf @ 2:45

JV Boys Golf @ 3:00

Tues. 9/24

V Cross Country @ 1:45

Wed. 9/25

V/JV Boys Soccer @ 2:00

Thurs. 9/26

V/JV Field Hockey @ 2:30

V/JV Boys Golf @ 1:30

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

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

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