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Headed to Carnegie Hall!
Concert Chorale to perform at prestigious New York City venue. Read more about the performance
76th Operetta to Perform CATS
The musical theater program offers opportunities for students to join the cast, pit orchestra or stage crew.
17 Compete in DECA Regionals
Five advance to the state competition to be held in March 2025. Read the news story.
Building Beds for Families and Children in Need
ACHS students volunteered at Sleep in Heavenly Peace to build beds for area families. Read more!
Supporting Unified Sports
Jumping into freezing Lake Erie during the 2024 Polar Plunge. Read more.
Cards for Roswell
"Do Good" project has personal meaning for student organizer. Read more!
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Amherst Central High School has a strong academic tradition of excellence dating back to 1930. Our school is recognized throughout New York State for its excellent academic program and comprehensive approach emphasizing the important balance of academics, the arts and athletics.
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Group built 25 twin-size bunk beds in five hours.
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Asher Belkorchi was featured on bass in an improvised solo during concert!
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Selected through an audition process that included Operetta and concert performances
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Culminating event in the Fashion Design Technology Program
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Congratulations to Sienna Tripp and Easton Buchholz!
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They will be considered for National Merit Scholarship Awards to be selected in March.
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The "Do Good" project lets students create hand-drawn cards for patients at Roswell Park.
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Information and support will be provided.
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Musical poster design by junior Kaylee Gust!
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ACHS Community Service Requirements
Our community service program is an excellent opportunity for students to foster personal development while contributing to the community where they live.
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Central Registration is used to register new and re-entry students, UPK, kindergarten and private, parochial, charter school students.
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At Amherst, we pride ourselves for offering opportunities for collaboration, challenge and rewarding career growth. Apply online!
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Access the Staff Directory
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Learn about the resources and services available through our Family Support Center.
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Parents can receive text messages, straight to a mobile phone with information about events, school closings, safety alerts and more.