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Apponequet Regional High School

Laker Nation Newsletter: 9/25/26

Posted Date: 09/25/26 (01:40 PM)


Laker Nation Newsletter

September 25th, 2026

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Upcoming Dates

September 30: Chromebook insurance payment and FERPA designations due
October 9: Senior Bleacher Photo
October 9: Yearbook Deadline for Seniors!  
Your Senior Photo, Blurb, Baby Photo & Youth Photos are due today!
October 12: No School, Columbus Day
October 14: School Committee Meeting
October 23: Senior Breakfast
October 27: Picture Day Retakes
November 5-7:  Fall Play Performances
November 11: No School, Veterans Day
November 19: Parent Teacher Conferences
November 20: Homecoming, Venus de Milo

 
Online Parent Dismissal Form

Online Parent Dismissal Form

The Online Dismissal Form is now located under Popular Links on the new Apponequet website.
  1. FLRSD.com
  2. Schools
  3. Apponequet
  4. Popular Links
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Announcements

Yearbook Sale

Back To School Offer: $110 through 9/30!

(Icon Promo is offered during the BTS sale- Promo Code YBKICONS)
*All in-school orders must be entered within 3 weeks after the BTS offer end date.
 
OFFER 1: $120
Offer available from 10/1/2026 - 10/31/2026
OFFER 2: $130
Offer available from 11/1/2026 - 12/31/2026
OFFER 3: $135
Offer available from 1/1/2027 - 1/29/2027
(Personalization & accessories will not be available for purchase online after 1/29/2027)
OFFER 4: $140
Offer available from 1/30/2027 - 2/28/2027
OFFER 5: $140
Offer available from 3/1/2027 - 6/30/2027
(Website automatically shuts off when the copy limit is reached.)

Link to purchase: Yearbook Sale
 
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Library Sign Up

Choose the Period and Day for which you have an AC lab and want to sign up.
SENIORS - No need to use scan; sign in at the circulation desk when you arrive.

You must have something academic to work on.
Report to your Academic Lab for attendance and wait for the “ding-dong”.

** Sign-ups for a particular day will close at 10:00 pm the day prior. **
** If the library closes unexpectedly, an email will be sent to you. **
Apponequet Clubs and Activities

Get Involved

Ready to get involved? Be sure to check the times and locations so you don’t miss out on meetings, events, or opportunities to connect with something you love. There’s a club for everyone at ARHS!
  • Art, Share, Travel Club
  • Band (Marching, Stage)
  • Book Club “All Booked”
  • Chorus 
  • Chorus (Select Choirs)
  • DECA 1
  • DECA 2
  • Diversity Club / LIFE
  • E Sports 
  • Environmental Club "Green Team"
  • Fall Play 
  • HOSA Health Occupations Students of America
  • HS Yearbook
  • Laker Athletic Development Club
  • LGBQT Alliance
  • Majorettes
  • Math Team
  • Musical 
  • Portuguese Club
  • S.H.A.P.E. / Game Club
  • Student Council

Upcoming Club/Activity Meetings

  • The Lakers Inspiring Friendship and Enrichment (LIFE) Club will have their first meeting on Tuesday September 29th in room 106. The meeting will run after school until 2:48 PM. Please arrange for your rides to pick you up at that time. Reach out to Mrs. Briggs if you have any questions. Remember, if you love LIFE, then life will love you back!

Pickleball with the class of 2028

They came. They played. They pickled. 🏓

The Class of 2028 recently served up some serious fun at their Pickleball Fundraiser! From impressive rallies to questionable athletic decisions, the event was a great way to bring our community together while supporting the Class of 2028.
A huge thank you to everyone who grabbed a paddle, joined the fun, and helped make the event a success.
Consider this fundraiser officially served. 
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Important Reminders

FLRSD Strategic Planning Survey

The FLRSD Strategic Planning Team (SPT) cordially invites you to complete the  26-27 FLRSD Strategic Planning Survey. Your responses will assist SPT members in designing the District's strategic plan. Your responses will shape the future of our District! The survey will take approximately 10 minutes and will remain open until October 7, 2026.
 
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Student Forms Due

Please complete the following by next Wednesday, September 30th: FERPA Form Designations - Click Here 

*Be sure to check the boxes for each piece of information that you would like to include in your designations. 
 

Drop Off and Pick-Up Reminders

Morning Drop Off: The school opens at 6:45 am and students are supervised in the Cafeteria until the bell rings at 7:13 am, signaling a passing to first period.
Please note that two entrances are open for drop off this year. Vehicles must exit by the same side as they entered and are cautioned to drive carefully as our student drivers enter the building from the parking lot. SRO Bartholomew will be present for drop-off. Please contact the Main Office or SRO Bartholomew with any questions.
Afternoon Pick Up - We continue to ask parents and guardians to park when arriving for pick up to ensure that cars do not block the bus lanes and Howland Road. If you have any questions about this process, please contact the Main Office or SRO Bartholomew.
 

Important Chromebook Information

All parents/guardians must complete the FLRSD Student/Parent Loan of Chromebook User Agreement 2026/27.
In preparation for the coming school year, please access the links below for information and important information regarding Chromebooks and Chromebook insurance.  
Must be completed for each student: Required FLRSD Chromebook User Agreement:  
Please Review: 1:1 Student Device Handbook
Insurance Overview: Optional Insurance Policy

Please complete by September 30 if you’ve chosen optional insurance: Chromebook Insurance Payment Form.
 

Community Event

The Freetown Public Library will be holding a Teen Fright Night on Wednesday, October 14th from 5:00pm-7:00pm.  Join them for pizza, snacks, book bedazzling, and more!
Location: James White Memorial Library, 5 Washburn Road, Freetown.
Please email ndoliner@sailsinc.org or call 508-763-5344 to RSVP!

ARHS Sports Center journalists

Apponequet Breaks the Chain in Opening Win Against Middleboro
by: Logan Pereira
ARHS Sports Center
On Friday, September 11th, the Apponequet Lakers took back the throne from the Middleborough Sachems in an exciting 21-13 victory. For seven years, the Sachems were undefeated to the Apponequet Lakers, but on Friday the Lakers broke the chain on Middleborough's home turf. 
The Lakers had an outstanding game with a proud performance from their senior running back Joe Procaccini, who accumulated all three touchdowns with an outstanding performance to put the Lakers on top. Procaccini teamed up with senior quarterback, Paxton Canessa, for all three touchdowns. 
Procaccini had 97 total yards worth of touchdowns broken down into three separate touchdowns. The first touchdown of the game was a 37-yard rushing touchdown giving the Lakers the lead. The second touchdown of the game was a team effort from the fantastic duo, a 59-yard reception for a touchdown. Canessa connected with Procaccini to give the Lakers a commanding lead over the Sachems. The third and final touchdown for Apponequet was a 1-yard rushing touchdown after they were previously stopped short of the goal line. 
This victory for the Lakers was one not just for the team, but for the community. Since 2019 the Lakers remained victoryless for seven years to the Sachems. The Sachems defeated the Lakers in the Division III Baseball State Championship game at Polar Park just three months earlier. Breaking the seven year streak, and avenging Apponequet Baseball their victory this Friday lifted up the community. 
The Lakers brought the same energy to last week’s game against the Falmouth Clippers on their own turf under the lights with a 19-8 victory.
Apponequet’s Tough Loss Due to a Wild Goal from Fairhaven
by: Landon Evans
ARHS Sports Center
On September 9th 2026, the Apponequet Lakers Varsity Soccer team lost a tough battle to the Fairhaven Blue Devils in a 0-1 loss. The game started at 3:45 and the Lakers and the Blue Devils came out in a great defensive shape. The game was a defensive slugfest in the first half with both teams struggling to find a good shot on net. 
Drew Carvalho racked up 7 crucial saves and kept the game alive. He was even nominated as South Coast Athlete of the Week for his stellar defensive effort. Fairhaven’s goalkeeper, Jackson Hooley, locked in with ease. He had already shut out a team earlier that week and this was his second time doing so. 
The second half is when the tables finally turned. A free kick scored by Steve Mouratidis, assisted by teammate Dan Burgess with 11 minutes left, secured a goal for the Blue Devils. The Lakers fought hard to come back, but could not generate clean shots on net. The shut out loss made Lakers Coach Tom Couet want to improve the “attacking phase.” This game was Apponequet’s first game of the season which made their record 0-1. This was Fairhaven's second game of the 2026 season, which made their record 2-0. The Lakers improved after this, winning 2-1 against Bourne on September 14th. 
Caught Learning

AP Environmental Science

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AP Spanish

Show and Tell in Espanol
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Anatomy and Physiology

Building DNA
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Art of Healthy Living

Sewing Project (with a big Donkey Kong theme!)
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US History

Art and Federalism mix.
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Concert Band

Thriller!!!
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Engineering 1 and Robotics


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Chemistry

Bringing googles back in style!
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Friday Aftrenoon

Reading AND Relaxing 
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Games, games, games


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Thank you!

Thank you for the donation- Mr. Gallant is finding his inner musical talent!
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Core Values Recipients
Macy Redfern - Achievement

Challenge Champions

Teacher Champions by Katie and Addison

Throughout the week we questioned many students from different grades and asked them about some of their favorite teachers. We posed these questions to students:

Which teacher makes you feel the most safe throughout the school day? 
The top answer that we received was Mr. Couet. As a teacher and a coach many students feel like he is someone that they can always go to when in need of help or assistance during or after school. 

Which teacher has made the biggest impact in your high school career so far? 
Most students, especially the sophomores, confidently answered Mr. Deus and Ms. Bebis. Both of these amazing teachers use their kindness and passion for teaching to create a positive environment that helps build students up. 

Which teacher is the easiest to talk to?
Freshman and sophomores said Ms. Dias. While being a newer edition to our school she has stood out to many students due to her friendliness and compassion towards others. 

Which teacher do you most look forward to seeing everyday?
Mr. Solomon was the top answer for this question.  As a teacher and a Student Council advisor, many students get to know him throughout their four years in high school. He is described by many as funny, sarcastic, and lets you share your own ideas. 
In conclusion the teachers and staff at our school are very loved, valued, and appreciated. Stay tuned for more staff champions!
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Sincerely,
Kahlan Dessert, M.Ed.
Principal
Jeffrey Gallant, M.Ed.
Assistant Principal
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