Your MVRHS Connection: November 15, 2024
Dear MVRHS Community,As we near the end of another week, I want to take a moment to highlight some of the exceptional initiatives and events at our school. We are proud to recognize student achievements through the newly…
Your MVRHS Connection: November 4, 2024
Dear MVRHS Community,As we step into November, I’m excited to share updates, upcoming events, and highlights from our vibrant school community. This month, we honor Indigenous Peoples Month, celebrating the heritage and contributions of the Wampanoag people and…
Weekly Update: October 22, 2024
Dear MVRHS Community,As we continue to navigate a busy fall season, we want to keep you updated on all the exciting events, important announcements, and upcoming opportunities at MVRHS. From Spirit Week celebrations to student achievements, there’s a…
Homecoming 2024
Dear MVRHS Community, We look forward to offering our students, staff, alumni and the MVRHS community an enjoyable and safe Homecoming celebration! Below you will find a schedule for our homecoming games, student and spectator guidelines, and important information…
Winter Sports Registration
Dear MVRHS Families, All MVRHS winter sports begin Monday, December 2, 2024. Any student-athlete who wishes to participate in a winter sport (hockey, basketball, indoor track, or swimming) MUST register on FamilyID Sports Registration. Registration will open on…
Weekly Update: October 8, 2024
Dear MVRHS Community,As we enter October, I want to highlight a few important events and updates.October 10th is World Mental Health Day, a reminder to prioritize mental well-being and continue fostering open conversations in our community. We also…
Back to School Night: October 17, 2024
Back to School Night Thursday, October 17, 2024 | 5:30 PMMVRHS Performing Arts CenterAdd to your calendar Greetings Parents/Guardians, Please join us for an all grade level Back to School Night for Parents. This event is an opportunity…
Weekly Update: Sept 30th, 2024
Dear MVRHS Community,I hope this message finds you well and that everyone is settling into the rhythm of the new school year. We’ve had a fantastic start, and it’s been exciting to see our students engage in academics,…
Weekly Update: Sept 16th, 2024
Dear MVRHS Community,As we settle into the new school year, I’m excited to see the energy and enthusiasm across campus. From student activities to athletic events, there’s a lot to look forward to in the coming weeks. I…
Attention Seniors: Save the Date for Important Info Sessions!
Hello Seniors and Families! Please “Save the Date” for these important Class of 2025 information sessions! Wednesday, September 18th at 6:30 pm via ZoomSenior Class of 2025 Student and Family College Application NightWe will answer all of your…
Weekly Update: Sept 9th, 2024
Greetings MVRHS Community, I hope you had a wonderful and restful weekend. We had a great first week back here at MVRHS! Teachers spent time building community in their classrooms, procedures and processes were practiced, and our fall…
Welcome Back MVRHS!
Welcome back to school MVRHS! What a great first day! I am so incredibly proud of the students and how they managed a whole lot of change today. Things went incredibly smoothly, and I give a TON of…
Empowering Presence and Connection: MVRHS ‘Away for the Day’ Initiative
We’re excited to introduce our new ‘Away for the Day’ campaign, designed to help students disconnect from their phones and fully engage with their school day. In a world where distractions are just a tap away, this initiative…
Back to School Guidance Newsletters
Dear Students and Parents, We hope you are having a great summer and are looking forward to the upcoming school year. Please take some time to review important information linked below from the MVRHS Guidance Department. Freshman Back…
2024-25 School Year: Important Information
Greetings MVRHS Families, We hope you are all enjoying a wonderful summer. As we approach the 2024-25 school year, we want to share some important updates and dates with you. Schedules and PowerSchoolYour student’s schedule for the upcoming…
Family ID/Arbiter Sports Registration
Dear Parent/Guardians of MVRHS Students; All students are required to complete/update their yearly school registration profile through FamilyID/Arbiter Sports before the first day of school. MVRHS uses FamilyID/Arbiter Sports to gather medical, demographic, and contact information for ALL students….
MVRHS Building Project Community Listening Sessions July 16-17
Em Português MVRHS, in partnership with Tappé Architects and CHA Consulting, will hold Community Listening Sessions across all island towns on Tuesday, July 16, and Wednesday, July 17. Community members are invited to attend any of the sessions…
Weekly Update: June 10-16
Dear MVRHS Community, As the school year draws to a close, I want to take a moment to reflect on the journey we’ve had together at MVRHS. This year has been characterized by remarkable growth, perseverance, and a…
Weekly Update: June 3-9
Greetings MVRHS Community, As we reach the end of this school year, I want to take a moment to reflect on our journey together. This year has been filled with both triumphs and challenges, and I am proud…
Choosing Rigor
At MVRHS one of our core beliefs is that rigorous coursework prioritizes depth over quantity and encourages students to think critically and make connections across disciplines. When selecting courses at MVRHS we encourage students to challenge themselves. We want…
Weekly Update: May 13-19
Greetings MVRHS Community, I want to take a moment to thank the MVRHS parent community for all the support and appreciation they showed during our Staff Appreciation week. These are the things that remind us why we do…
AED Donation
On May 9, 2024 the The Scholastic Sports Zone Foundation (SSZF) a 501 C3 foundation, presented MVRHS Athletic Director, Mark McCarthy, ATC, CAA, with a free AED, Automated External Defibrillator, at the Flying Bridge Restaurant in Falmouth. The…
MVRHS Evening of the Arts
Join us for MVRHS Evening of the Arts on Wednesday, May 22, 2024 from 6-9pm at MVRHS. An annual showcase of student drawings, sculptures, photography, designs, architecture, paintings, animation, games, graphics, technology, crafts, and more – including live…
Weekly Update: May 6-12
Dear MVRHS Community, Please join me in appreciating our teachers and our staff during Teacher Appreciation Week. We have an incredible staff with a really wide range of talents, and are able to give our island students incredible…
Final Exams
Dear Famililes, We are approaching the end of the second semester and final exam week! Assessments are given in all courses including electives. TAs, study halls, and independent studies do not have assessments. Students ONLY need to attend school during…
Minnesingers Concert May 11-12
MVRHS Minnesingers presents Liebeslieder on May 11th at 7pm and May 12th at 2pm at the PAC. Elvis, the Isley Brothers, sparkle dresses and more! General admission $15; Seniors $10; and Students $5. All ticket sales at the…
2024 MVYPS School Climate Survey
Dear MVRHS families, I hope this message finds you well. Recently you received communication regarding the Superintendent’s video regarding our annual School Climate Survey. Following up on this, I am pleased to share the link to our school’s dedicated school climate…
Weekly Update: April 22-28
Dear MVRHS Community, I hope everyone had a safe and restful break. Perhaps you have heard lately that the high school is looking to implement “Away for the Day” with regard to phones next year. This is an…
“Away for the Day”: Rethinking Cell Phone Use at MVRHS
Dear MVRHS Community, Perhaps you have heard lately that the high school is looking to implement “Away for the Day” with regard to phones next year. This is an extension of our current rule which states that students…
MVRHS Community Forum April 23rd
Please join us for a tutorial on how to access and interpret attendance information on PowerSchool at our upcoming Community Forum on Tuesday, April 23rd from 5:00 -7:15 pm in the MVRHS library. In addition to attendance, student…
CDC Bulletin Regarding Travel and Measles, and Respiratory Illness Information
Dear MVRHS Community, With April vacation approaching and the likelihood of family travel, I wanted to share with you a recent bulletin from the CDC regarding a global uptick in measles cases, as well as the current Massachusetts…
Weekly Update: April 8-14
Dear MVRHS Community, Bon Voyage to our travelers! Three separate international trips depart this week and we wish all of the groups safe travels. I want to say a HUGE thank you to all the staff who have…
Attention Seniors: Important College Information and Updates
Hi Seniors! Below are some college updates, resources, and information for you to use if you applied to four-year colleges. Be sure to contact your guidance counselor if you have any questions! -MVRHS Guidance Team FAFSA Fun! For many families,…
Solar Eclipse Safety
Greetings MVRHS Community! Please see letter below from Richie Smith, Superintendent of Schools. — Dear MVYPS Families and Staff: I hope this email finds you well. At MVYPS, we are very excited about the solar eclipse that will take…
Technology Update – Transition to School-Issued Chromebooks
Greetings MVRHS community, We hope this message finds you well. We want to inform you about an upcoming change in students’ access to technology at MVRHS. Starting next school year (2024-25), personal computers will no longer be allowed…
Weekly Update: April 1-7
Greetings MVRHS Community! Last week we had some great discussion at a community forum, a School Advisory Council (SAC) hosted event during which we shared the beliefs about learning, equity, rigor and success that were co-created by members…
MVRHS Spring Job Fair April 3rd!
MVRHS Spring Job Fair Wednesday, April 3rd 11:30 am – 2:05 pm MVRHS Gymnasium Students will have access to over 50 island businesses that are looking for summer, full and part time employees. Others have career opportunities. Students…
Watch the Minnesingers Live from Europe!
The MVRHS Minnesingers will soon be on their biennial European tour, performing in Austria, Germany and France from April 13th – 19th! View the Livestream of the Minnesingers European Concert Tour! Livestream Concert Dates: Saturday April 13, 1:00pm:…
Performing Arts Department Concert March 28th!
Please come support your MVRHS musicians this Thursday, March 28th at 6:30 pm in the PAC for their March concert! All MVRHS ensembles will be performing and the Minnesingers and Concert Band are playing MICCA competition pieces. Free…
MVRHS Community Forum March 27th
Please join us for a Community Forum on Wednesday, March 27th from 5:00 -7:15 pm in the MVRHS library. Food will be provided! Part of our focus this year has been in defining our True North; our shared…
Weekly Update: March 25-31
Greetings MVRHS Community! Please find your weekly announcements below. Warmly, Sara Dingledy em português ANNOUNCEMENTS: Community Forum Tomorrow Night!Please join us for a Community Forum on Wednesday, March 27th from 5:00 -7:15 pm in the MVRHS library. Food…
Weekly Update: March 18-24
Greetings MVRHS Community! Please find your weekly announcements below. Warmly, Sara Dingledy em português ANNOUNCEMENTS: Community Forum March 27thPlease join us for a Community Forum on Wednesday, March 27th from 5-7:15 pm in the MVRHS library. The topic…
First Annual MVRHS Waylon Madison Sauer Memorial Basketball Tournament!
MVRHS is proud to announce the inaugural Waylon Madison Sauer Memorial 3 v 3 Basketball Tournament, scheduled for Sunday, April 7th. This event, held in memory of Waylon Madison Sauer, promises to be an exciting day of friendly…
2024 Scholastic Art Awards!
Congratulations to the following 16 MVRHS students for winning a total of 22 awards in the 2024 Massachusetts Scholastic Art Awards! View winning artwork here Hunter Broderick (Grade 10) – Gold Key WinnerIsabel Carreno-Vogt (12) – Silver Key…
First Semester Academic Honors
Dear MVRHS Community, I am pleased to announce the names of students who have received academic honors for the first semester of the 2023-24 school year (linked below). These names will also be published in the local paper….
Weekly Update: February 22
Greetings MVRHS Community! What a week for MVRHS students! We are celebrating lots of accomplishments on the stage, the playing field, the gym and in the academic realm. I hope that everyone was able to be part of…
Spring Sports Registration Open!
Dear MVRHS Students and Families, Registration for all MVRHS spring sports opens on Sunday, February 18th, 2024. Spring sports include: Baseball, Boys and Girls Lacrosse, Softball, Boys and Girls Track, Unified Track, Sailing, and Boys and Girls Tennis. Early…
Local Scholarship Application – FAFSA Question
Greetings Seniors! A quick update on the local scholarship application. Many of you have begun your application but are unable proceed because of the mandatory FASFA question. Due to delays with the new FAFSA, you may have filed your FASFA but…
MVRHS Students Shine at 25th Annual Science and Engineering Fair
OAK BLUFFS, MA. (February 15, 2024) – Martha’s Vineyard Regional High School (MVRHS) hosted its 25th Annual Science and Engineering Fair on Saturday. Fifty five students entered projects into the fair. Twenty four judges from a wide selection…
School Closed February 13, 2024
Due to adverse weather conditions, MVRHS will be closed Tuesday, February 12th, 2024. All after school activities are cancelled.
Scholarship Updates: Local Application, MVYouth deadline, Section 3 scholarships, FAFSA
Greetings Class of 2024! Please find the latest scholarship program updates below. Local Scholarships: Have you Started your Online Application? If you haven’t already, be sure to create your online account and begin filling out your application for…
Science and Engineering Fair Saturday February 10th!
MVRHS will host the 25th annual Science and Engineering Fair on Saturday, February 10th in the MVRHS cafeteria. Students will be presenting their investigative and engineering projects to the Fair’s judges between 10:00 and 11:00 AM. The Fair will open up…
Congratulations Boys Swim Team – Cape and Islands League Champions!
Congratulations to the MVRHS boys swim team for winning the 2023-2024 Cape and Islands Championship! The Boys 200 medley relay qualified for sectional championships and sets a new school record; Ronan Mullin Qualified 100 fly for sectional Championships;…
Weekly Update: February 5-11
Greetings MVRHS Community! Below please find MVRHS announcements for this week. Warmly, Sara Dingledy em português ANNOUNCEMENTS: Attention Seniors: Local Scholarship Application Now Open!For those of you who were unable to attend the Local Scholarship Information session last…
MVYouth Scholarship Deadline Feb 11th!
A reminder that the scholarship application deadline for MVYouth scholarships is Sunday, February 11th! MVYouth College Scholarships MVYouth Healthcare & Education Scholarships MVYouth Workforce Development Scholarships Please keep in mind that it may take colleges longer than normal to…
Scholarship Program Updates
Greetings Class of 2024! It was great to see so many of you attending our annual MVRHS Local Scholarship Information Night last evening! For those of you who were unable to attend, you’ll find a recording of the…
Attention Seniors: Scholarship Booklets Available
Dear Class of 2024, Scholarship season is upon us! The 2024 Local Scholarship Booklet is now available. Please note: this live document is only accessible to MVRHS seniors and not public to protect donor information. Take some time to review this…
Weekly Update: January 22-28
Greetings MVRHS Community! Below please find MVRHS announcements for this week. Warmly, Sara Dingledy em português ANNOUNCEMENTS: Mid Term ExamsMid-term exams take place this week. Each of these days will be half days with students ONLY needing to…
Post Graduate Scholarships Open!
Greetings MVRHS Class of 2023! Did you know there are post graduate scholarship opportunities available to all MVRHS alumni that are enrolled in a post-secondary program of study? Take a look here – MVRHS Post Graduate Scholarship Booklet. In this…
Performing Arts Department Musical – Shakespeare’s Twelfth Night: Feb 15-18
Performers from MVRHS will transport audience members to the magical island of Illyria during their upcoming production of William Shakespeare’s romantic comedy Twelfth Night. The students will perform a musical adaptation whose text was conceived by Kwame Kwei-Armah…
Attention Seniors: Save the Date – MVRHS Local Scholarship Information Night Zoom January 30th
Greetings Class of 2024! MVRHS Local Scholarship Information Night for seniors and their parents/guardians will take place Tuesday, January 30th at 6:00 pm via zoom. Add this event to your calendar. We invite and encourage all seniors to attend this meeting to…
Weekly Update: January 8-14
Greetings MVRHS Community, Happy New Year! We hope everyone had a happy, healthy and restful holiday break. Below you will find MVRHS announcements for this week. Warmly, Sara Dingledy em português ANNOUNCEMENTS: Enrichment Day SWEAR Assembly January 10th…
Midterm Assessments – Testing Schedule, Bus Schedule, and other Important Details
Happy New Year MVRHS Families! As we approach the completion of the first semester, the 2nd quarter will end Friday, January 19, with mid-term assessments taking place Monday, January 22 through Friday, January 26. Each of these days will be half…
Connect & Reflect Enrichment Day
Dear MVRHS Community, This Friday, December 22nd we will hold our first annual Connect & Reflect Enrichment Day. This is a half day with dismissal at 11:00am. Your student(s) have signed up for workshops all geared towards bringing…
Weekly Update: December 11-17
Greetings MVRHS Community, Below please find MVRHS announcements for this week. Warmly, Sara Dingledy em português ANNOUNCEMENTS: The PTSO Needs Your Help! Please help wish our teachers and staff a wonderful holiday! We are asking you or your child…
Weekly Update: November 27-Dec 3
Greetings MVRHS Community, We hope you all had a restful Thanksgiving break. Below you will find MVRHS updates for this week. Warmly, Sara Dingledy em português ANNOUNCEMENTS: MVRHS Peer Support GroupsIn collaboration with our community partners, MVRHS is…
NEASC Family Survey – We Value your Input
Dear MVRHS Parent(s)/Guardian(s), As part of the NEASC Accreditation process we are asking for families to complete the below survey to provide our school with important feedback on our work. The purpose of the survey is to guide…
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We ended our day as a whole school community in honor of Waylon and in support of his family. We’ll see everyone on Monday. Please have a safe holiday break. With warmth,Sara Dingledy
Letter to MVRHS Community: Loss of High School Student
Dear MVRHS Families: I have some incredibly tragic news to share with you. One of our students, a junior, died tragically last night in a car accident. The high school staff has met to discuss how to best…
Weekly Update: November 6-12
Greetings MVRHS Community, It’s hard to believe November is upon us! A reminder there is no school this Friday, November 10th in honor of Veterans Day. Please find community announcements for this week below. Warmly, Sara Dingledy em…
Parent Teacher Conferences 2023
Em português Dear MVRHS Families, Parent Teacher Conferences will be held November 16-21, 2023. Scheduling is Now Open! All conferences will be held via zoom. Deadline to schedule is November 13th. All four days will be 11AM dismissal…
Attention Seniors: Graduation Order Form
Dear Senior Students: Senior year is an important and exciting time. You are on the brink of making some big decisions and for many, it feels as if this moment came sooner than they anticipated. In order for…
Weekly Update: October 30 – November 4
Greetings MVRHS Community, It was a huge weekend for a large percentage of our students-and for the school and the island community as a whole. A big shout out to our students, coaches, and the parents and staff…
Information for Freshman on First Quarter Grades
Dear Freshman, It’s hard to believe we have less than one week to go in the first quarter of the school year. In talking to many of you, you have expressed a similar sentiment. Where did the time…
Information for Seniors on First Quarter Grades
Dear Seniors, We can not believe we are almost done with the first quarter. In talking to many of you, you have expressed a similar sentiment. Where did the time go? As you know, first quarter ends Friday,…
SAT Registration Deadline
Hello Seniors and Families, As a reminder, if your student is interested in signing up for the SAT taking place here at MVRHS on December 2nd, regular registration ends Thursday, November 2nd. Here is the link to CollegeBoard…
Weekly Update: October 23-29
Greetings MVRHS Community! Please find this week’s community announcements below. A sign of hope. em português ANNOUNCEMENTS: Project Vine’s 7th Annual Island Lore Oct 27thProject Vine presents the 7th Annual Island Lore Night ~ a historic storytelling competition to…
Unified Basketball Game Postponed
Dear MVRHS Community, The MVRHS Unified Basketball game that was scheduled for today has been postponed to next Thursday, October 26th at 2:30 pm. If you can, come out to support this incredible team at one of their…
Project Vine’s Island Lore – October 27, 2023
Project Vine presents the 7th Annual Island Lore Night ~ a historic storytelling competition to benefit Project Vine at the MV Museum on Friday evening, October 27th from 6–8 pm. FREE event. Awards and refreshments. All are welcome!…
Support from Riverside Trauma Center
Dear MVRHS Community,Social workers from Riverside Trauma Center will be on the island this week to support staff, students and families. Note: Riverside can be available for any staff or students who are currently struggling with grief from…
Attention Seniors: MEFA Financial Aid Webinar Oct 25th 6:30 pm via Zoom
Hello Seniors and Families!A reminder that the Massachusetts Educational Financing Authority (MEFA) will hold a College Financial Aid 101 Webinar for seniors and families on Wednesday, October 25th at 6:30 pm via Zoom. Registration is required to attend….
Special Event Tonight: How to Talk with Children About Sudden Death
Dear MVRHS Community, It is with great sadness that we inform you of the death of Shannon Carbon, a Tisbury School staff member and a valuable member of our MV community. Shannon died suddenly on October 10, 2023….
Weekly Update: October 9-15
Greetings MVRHS Community, I hope everyone enjoyed the long weekend and celebration of Indigenous Peoples’ Day. We look forward to seeing you this Thursday at Back to School Night! Please find a reminder about the evening along with…
PSAT Registration Deadline October 6th
The registration deadline for the PSAT is this Friday, October 6th at 12pm. Please bring your $18.00 payment to the guidance office (preferably a check made out to MVRHS, but cash is also accepted). Note there is no school on Friday but…
Weekly Update: October 2-8, 2023
Greetings MVRHS Community,Please find this week’s announcements below. A reminder that school is closed this Friday, October 6th for staff Professional Development Day and closed on Monday, October 9th in celebration of Indigenous Peoples’ Day. Have a great week…
Join the School Advisory Council!
Dear MVRHS Community, Please sign up if you are interested in being a part of the School Advisory Council (SAC) this year. SAC is a team of people representing various segments of the community; parents, school staff, students…
Attention Seniors: November SAT Registration Deadline Oct 5
Hello Seniors and Families! As a reminder, if your student is interested in signing up for the SAT taking place here at MVRHS on November 4th, regular registration ends Thursday, October 5th. Here is the link to CollegeBoard…
Weekly Update: September 25-30, 2023
Greetings MVRHS Community,Please find this week’s announcements, highlights and upcoming events below. Have a great week! em português ANNOUNCEMENTS: Suicide Prevention MonthSeptember is Suicide prevention month. Here is a short video from our guidance office. If you or…
Attention Seniors: College Application Night Follow-up
Hello Seniors and families! Thank you so much to those of you that attended our College Application Night. We hope it was informative and eased some anxieties about the college process! As always, please reach out to us…
Weekly Update: September 18-24, 2023
Greetings MVRHS Community, Please find this week’s announcements below. Have a great week! em português ANNOUNCEMENTS: Academic Honesty PledgeThis week during Mentor Meeting, students will be completing their annual Academic Honesty Pledge. Academic honesty at MVRHS is a…
Attention Juniors: PSAT Testing October 9th
Hello Juniors and Families! The PSAT will be offered Wednesday, October 9th at MVRHS. All juniors are encouraged to take this test. It is a practice SAT (the test used in the college admissions process) which will help…
School Photos September 28-29, 2023
Dear Students and Families, School Pictures will take place September 28th and 29th in the PAC Lobby. As we have done in years past, groups will be sent by English class. All students need to be photographed as…
Attention Freshman: Schedules and Add/Drop Deadline
Hello Ninth Graders, What a great first two weeks! Thank you for your energy and excitement. We are glad you are officially part of MVRHS, and I am personally looking forward to seeing all the amazing things you…
Weekly Update: September 11-17, 2023
Greetings MVRHS Community, I hope you had a wonderful and restful weekend. We had a great first week back here at MVRHS! Teachers spent time building community in their classrooms, procedures and processes were practiced, and our fall…
Stay Connected!
MVRHS communicates with students, families and the community through a steady stream of targeted school information using the following channels: Email blasts/text messages: MVRHS sends these weekly school announcements in addition to grade and activity specific messaging via…
Attention Freshman: Orientation Friday Sept 1st
Dear Incoming Freshman and Parents/Guardians, We look forward to seeing all incoming 9th graders for Freshman Orientation this Friday, September 1st from 7:40 am – 12:00 pm at the MVRHS PAC (Performing Arts Center)! Please make every effort to arrive by…
Action Required: Student Laptop/Chromebook Network Registration
Greetings MVRHS students! This is a friendly reminder that all students are required to register their MacBook/Chromebook/Laptop with MVRHS by providing its network MAC address. Please be sure to supply this information ASAP (if you haven’t already). Failure…
2023-24 School Schedules Released
Good afternoon MVRHS community, We are excited to release student schedules for the 2023-24 school year in PowerSchool. You can view the schedule in your PowerSchool account. For rising 10th -12th grade students, logging into PowerSchool should be quite…
Back to School Guidance Newsletter: Incoming Seniors
Dear Incoming Seniors and Parents/Guardians, We hope you are having a great summer and are looking forward to the upcoming school year. Please take some time to review important information linked below from the MVRHS Guidance Department. Note…
Back to School Guidance Newsletter: Incoming Sophomores
Dear Incoming Sophomores and Parents/Guardians, We hope you are having a great summer and are looking forward to the upcoming school year. Please take some time to review important information linked below from the MVRHS Guidance Department. Note…