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M U R P HY 101
A   G U I D E   F O R   A L L   N E W   F A M I L I E S

                                    2021-2022

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WELCOME                                                                                           UPCOMING DATES
WE ARE PLEASED YOU ARE JOINING OUR SCHOOL COMMUNITY.                         NEW STUDENT ORIENTATION >> MONDAY, AUGUST 23 // 1PM
Your family brings special gifts and talents that makes our school great.    From the moment you arrive at orientation, you’ll feel the Wildcat spirit! Our senior
At Archbishop Murphy High School, we take pride in the quality of the        LINK leaders will serve as your mentors. They have planned a great day where you
education and formation we provide. We want your child to receive the        can meet your new classmates and teachers, get comfortable with the campus, and
encouragement he or she needs to grow intellectually, psychologically        have a ton of fun! Loads of activities will help you feel a part of your new school and
and spiritually; to realize those God-given talents and to share them with   community right away. When the first day of school rolls around, you’ll be up to speed
others while having fun along the way.                                       and ready to go! This is a great chance to meet the rest of your class, receive your
                                                                             schedule, tour the school, and more.
We hope this booklet answers questions you may have as you begin
your AMHS experience. However, if at any time you have questions or          NEW FAMILY BBQ >> MONDAY, AUGUST 23 // 5PM
concerns, please do not hesitate to contact us.
                                                                             10TH GRADE FAMILY BBQ >> TUESDAY, AUGUST 24 // 5PM

                                                                             CURRICULUM NIGHT >> WEDNESDAY, SEPTEMBER 8 // 6PM
                                                                             Parents will have the opportunity to meet their students’ teachers and learn more
          NEW STUDENT CHECKLIST                                              about the expectations for each class.
  REQUIRED
      Complete your contract and enrollment deposit
      Contact counselor to forecast into classes
      Complete the following forms by the start of school
          Handbook sign-off
          Demographic and emergency information

  HIGHLY ENCOURAGED
      Check out the AMHS website and calendar for more
       information about our academic and co-curricular offerings
      Start following or “liking” our AMHS social media pages to keep
       up-to-date on all things AMHS

  Contact our Admissions Office for specific enrollment questions:
  admissions@am-hs.org or (425) 332-3036.
MURPHY 101 A GUIDE FOR ALL NEW FAMILIES
BLOCK SCHEDULE                                                                                     PREPARE FOR CLASSES
Our block schedule allows students to spend more time in their classes with their               WHEN DO STUDENTS RECEIVE THEIR COURSE SCHEDULES?
teachers and classmates. We have two different block schedules during the week:                 Students should receive their schedules by the first of July. If students have questions
                                                                                                about their schedules, they can contact their school counselor. Course changes can
On Red Days, first period begins at 8:00am, and last period dismisses at 2:35pm.                be made by the counselors and are done for academic reasons only (e.g., incorrect
On Black Days, first period begins at 8:00am, and last period dismisses at 2:35pm.              placement in a course).
On Late Start Days, classes begin at 9:25am, and last period dismisses at 2:35pm.
                                                                                                HOW DO WE ORDER TEXTBOOKS?
Late Start Days always fall on Black Days.
                                                                                                Once students have received their schedules, the school will post complete information
Zero Period is from 7:00 to 7:50am on both Red and Black Days. There is no zero                 such as book lists, purchase information, etc, to the AMHS website under the "Current
period on late start days due to faculty/staff meetings.                                        Parent" section. Families will also receive an email with this information. Families can
                                                                                                order their books through the University Bookstore after June 30. The school has an
             RED DAY (A)                                        BLACK DAY (B)                   agreement with this company, and they fill all orders from our families.
     7:00-7:50am       0 Period                            7:00-7:50am   0 Period
     8:00-9:25am       1 Period
                        st
                                                           8:00-9:25am   5th Period		           HOW MANY HOURS OF HOMEWORK DO STUDENTS HAVE EACH NIGHT?
                                                                                                This varies for each student, but homework is an integral part of our students’ learning
    9:35-11:00am       2nd Period                      9:35-11:00am      6 th CPt
                                                                                                process. On average, students may have approximately two hours of homework per night.
    11:10-12:35pm      3 rd A Period                  11:10-12:35pm      7th A Period
    11:00-11:30am      1st Lunch                      11:00-11:30am      1 st Lunch		           DO STUDENTS HAVE LOCKERS?
     11:35-1:05pm      3 B Period
                         rd
                                                       11:35-1:05pm      7 B Period
                                                                              th                As part of our risk mitigation efforts, we did not assign students lockers this past year to
     12:35-1:05pm      2 nd Lunch                      12:35-1:05pm      2 nd Lunch		           reduce hallway crowding. If your student would like to use a locker, one will be assigned
                                                                                                upon request. Please contact Dean of Students, Mr. Jeff Latta for more information.
      1:10-2:35pm      4th Period                          1:10-2:35pm   8th Period
                                                                         t
                                                                             Community Period

Students will be assigned a lunch period based on the location of their third and seventh
                                                                                                                                  COUNSELORS
period classes.

In addition to the above block schedules, the class day may differ if there is an
assembly, community period, a liturgy, or other special event. There may be an early
release, only one lunch period, or a late start due to inclement weather. Schedules are
adjusted as necessary.

You can find all of our schedules on our website under the "Current Parent" section.
                                                                                                     Allie Sinex*                    Shannon Hippe                      Dane Stringfellow*
                                                                                                          A-G                               H-M                                N-Z
                                                                                                  asinex@am-hs.org                  shippe@am-hs.org                dstringfellow@am-hs.org

                                                                                                                        (*denotes an alumni or a parent of an alumni)
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EXPECTATIONS                                                                                    excused with a medical note. Each student is allowed a set number of three T1’s per
                                                                                                semester to accommodate unexpected traffic delays, carpool issues, etc. T1’s beyond
                                                                                                that point will be subject to discipline at the discretion of the Dean of Students.

GENERAL AMHS RULES                                                                              WHAT IS THE DRESS CODE?
                                                                                                We expect students to dress appropriately for class and try to look their best. We give
FOOD AND DRINK                                                                                  students a general guideline of what is acceptable at school and then allow them to
As a general rule, food and drink are only allowed in the cafeteria, at the picnic tables       decide what is best for them. We do not allow hats, bare midriffs or clothing that is
outside of Grace Hall, or in the plaza area between Grace Hall and Heath Hall. Food and         provocative in nature. We also expect students to “dress up” for our monthly liturgies.
drinks are not permitted in the gym during the school day. Students must individually           For additional information, please see our Student Handbook which is available online
and collectively take the responsibility to keep these areas free of litter. Eating outside
                                                                                                and provided to students at the start of each school year.
of these designated areas and times requires the permission of the adult in charge. That
adult and those students have the responsibility to ensure the cleanliness of the area          WHAT DO I DO IF MY CHILD NEEDS TO MISS SCHOOL?
where the eating takes place.                                                                   Please contact Student Services at attendance@am-hs.org for any and all absences. If
                                                                                                your child has an appointment during the school day, please send him/her with a note
SCHOOL CLEANLINESS                                                                              notifying Student Services of their time of departure. We will then issue your student a
All students are expected to help maintain the tidiness of the school and its grounds.          pass to get out of class.
Students are expected to properly dispose of waste materials. In addition, students are
expected to help tidy the classroom at the end of class and the lunchroom/grounds at
the conclusion of break and lunch.
                                                                                                                  Jeff Latta
LOCKERS                                                                                                           Dean of Students
Students are expected to keep all personal items not needed for class in their lockers.                           jlatta@am-hs.org
Lockers must be locked between classes.

ELECTRONIC DEVICES
In accordance with AMHS safety procedures, students are allowed to possess cell phones
during class. Phones should not be used and should remain off or on silent unless a
teacher has given permission otherwise. The personal use of these devices is permitted
only outside of regular class time, provided they are used in a reasonable manner.
                                                                                                                          TRANSPORTATION
                                                                                                  HOW DO STUDENTS GET TO SCHOOL?
Students making or receiving calls, text messages, or photos during class may have
                                                                                                  Most freshmen students either carpool or their parents drop them off. Older students
their phone confiscated and returned to the student at the end of the day. If there are
                                                                                                  usually drive to school. Unfortunately, public transportation is not a viable option
additional violations, the item(s) may only be returned to the parent(s)/guardian(s) and
                                                                                                  due to the limited bus service available in our area. We offer bus service to some
appropriate disciplinary action will be taken in the school’s sole discretion. In the case of
                                                                                                  areas, depending upon availability. Please visit the transportation page under the
an emergency, a family member may contact the front office to contact a student.
                                                                                                  About section on our website for more information.
TARDY POLICY
Students are expected to be on time, in their seats and ready for class to begin when             HOW DO I FIND A CARPOOL?
the bell rings. A student is considered tardy when they arrive to class no more than 20           Upon request, we can provide you with a list of other students in your area after
minutes late. A tardy during the first period of the day is labeled as a T1. T1 is only           June 30. If you are interested in carpooling options, please contact Admissions.

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STUDENT LIFE
WHAT ACTIVITIES CAN MY STUDENT PARTICIPATE IN?                                            STUDENT CLUBS AND ACTIVITIES
Involvement outside of the classroom is crucial to a positive high school experience.     Here are just some of the fun clubs and activities for students. Clubs and activities are
Approximately 90 percent of our students are involved in some co-curricular activity.     moderated by AMHS faculty and staff (list is subject to change).
Our students are involved in sports, clubs, ASB (student government), and other
activities. There is a club fair at the beginning of the school year where students can
                                                                                                 AMHS Ambassadors                                    Leaders of Change
learn about clubs and activities.
                                                                                              ASB (Student Government)                           LINK (Orientation Leaders)
                                                                                                         ARK                                            Liturgy Choir
ARE THERE DANCES AT AMHS?
                                                                                                         Cheer                                           Math Team
AMHS currently offers a school Homecoming dance in the fall (formal), a Winter Tolo
                                                                                                        Chess                                            Mock Trial
(casual) and spring prom (formal for juniors and seniors only). Various groups such as
the cheer squad or class officers may organize additional dances. The school dress                   Chinese Club                                  National Honor Society
code applies at all dances. Appropriate conduct is mandatory.                                Choral-Aires (Honors Choir)                               Nerd, Inc. Club
                                                                                                         DECA                                          Ping Pong Club
STUDENT WELLNESS                                                                                   Fall Play (Drama)                                   Robotics Team
The Wellness program at AMHS strives to bring unique initiatives to campus with the                  French Club                              Show Choir (Girls’ Singing Group)
goal of improving mental, physical, and spiritual aspects across the AMHS community.                  Guitar Club                                       Spanish Club
These programs are before, during, and after school through collaborating with                           HI-Q                                      Spring Musical (Drama)
campus ministry, counseling, faculty/staff, parents, community members, businesses
                                                                                                    Into the Jungle                                Ultimate Frisbee Club
leaders, and local and national consultants. Topics such as mental health, respect,
                                                                                                   Knowledge Bowl                                       Wildcat Band
and life skills are key components during many the community period based events.
For more information on the Wellness Program, please reach out to Jordan James.

                  Jordan James
                  Director of Sports Performance and Wellness
                  jjames@am-hs.org

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CAMPUS MINISTRY                                                                                                                                     FINE ARTS
HOW CAN STUDENTS GET INVOLVED IN CAMPUS MINISTRY?                                               WHAT DO YOU OFFER IN THE AREA OF FINE ARTS?
There are many ways for students of ALL faith backgrounds to get involved in Campus             We have a successful and thriving Fine Arts department. In the performing arts,
Ministry. Our students have the opportunity to participate in a Fall food drive, a Christmas    students may participate in the Fall and/or Spring plays. There are classes in drama,
drive, and the annual CRS Rice Bowl, which raises money for communities in need around          choir, band, orchestra, and guitar. There are honor ensembles; jazz band and Choral-
the globe. Students also lead morning prayer, serve as liturgical ministers at school           Aires, both require students to audition to participate. The Wildcat Band is open to
Masses, and take part in weekly prayer groups and Bible studies. Retreats have proven to        everyone, including parents. In the visual arts, we have classes in painting, drawing,
be a life-changing experience for our students. All freshmen and sophomores go on class         ceramics and graphic arts, as well as other opportunities for students to display their
retreats and juniors and seniors can attend the popular KAIROS retreat.                         artistic skills and talents.

DOES MY STUDENT HAVE TO COMPLETE SERVICE HOURS?                                                 PERFORMANCES
Yes! SPIN, or Serving People In Need, is the Christian Service program at AMHS. Rooted in       FALL         WINTER                                    SPRING
the Gospel call of Matthew 25, Catholic Social Teaching, and the teaching of the Corporal       • Fall Play  • Christmas Concert                       • Spring Musical
Works of Mercy, this program is founded on the personal relationships formed through                         • Christmas Play                          • Spring Concert
service encounters.                                                                                          • Archdiocese of Seattle-                 • Stations of the Cross Performance
                                                                                                               Catholic Choir Festival at              • Art Show
Students at AMHS serve their communities with thousands of service hours. The Serving
                                                                                                               Benaroya Hall                           • Spring Recital
People In Need (SPIN) program provides students with important opportunities for
                                                                                                                                                       • Gong Show (Talent Show)
personal growth, community involvement and development of compassion for others.

Each year, students are required to complete 24 hours of service working in partnership with    CLASS OFFERINGS
marginalized communities. This requirement is designed to put students in direct relationship   Each Fine Arts class at AMHS offers students the experience of performing or creating
with people marginalized by society as it teaches what it means to be a Christlike leader in    works of art. In each class the student will learn about diverse cultures and artistic
the world today; a person who seeks justice for those who experience injustice.                 history, creative expression, and public presentations from professional artists.

Students primarily complete this requirement through direct service, although some              Students who wish to pursue a career or study postsecondary art must prepare
hours can be indirect. Direct service requires students to work directly with the               themselves at the high school level. Jobs in interior design, graphic arts, fashion
populations served, or through face-to-face volunteer encounters. All other hours not           design, animation, architecture, photography, video production, sound design, theater
directly engaging with people face-to-face, such as filing paperwork or stocking shelves,       technology, vocal and instrumental music, and acting, all require a strong foundation
are classified as indirect service. All service must be done at an accredited, non-profit       of the arts. Jobs in other fields benefit from a background in Fine Arts because the arts
agency that has been pre-approved by Campus Ministry.                                           explore relationships between ideas and objects and serve as links between thought
                                                                                                and action.
       Grade              Total Hours          Direct Hours     Maximum Indirect Hours
                                                                                                THE ART CLASSES WE HAVE AT AMHS ARE:
      9th Grade                24                   10                      14
                                                                                                Band                           Drama                          Honors Choir
     10th Grade                24                   14                      10
                                                                                                Ceramics                       Drawing & Painting             Jazz Band
     11th Grade                24                   16                      8                   Choral-Aires Honor Choir       Graphic Arts                   Orchestra
     12th Grade                24                   18                      6                   Concert Choir
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ATHLETICS                                                                                                                                               DEVELOPMENT
WHICH SPORTS DOES AMHS OFFER?                                                                                        EVENTS
We offer a wide variety of sports for both boys and girls. Due to the limitations on the number                      To keep our tuition as affordable as possible, we raise funds through several different
of players who can reasonably participate in sports such as basketball, some teams have                              activities and events. The following fundraising activities provide the financial resources
competitive tryouts. It is possible for freshmen to letter in varsity athletics.                                     necessary to bridge the gap between the cost of tuition and the true cost of educating
                                                                                                                     our students. We thank you for your support!
WHY CHOOSE TO PLAY SPORTS AT AMHS?
AMHS has amazing coaches who teach far more than their respective sport. Encouraging
each and every student-athlete along their personal journey into faith is paramount. Teaching                        DREAM AUCTION - IN-PERSON/VIRTUAL
dedication, perseverance and psychological resilience required to be successful in and out of                        Coordinators: Development Office, Parent volunteers
competition prepares our students for success long after their playing days are completed.                           When: November 18-22, 2021: Virtual, November 19, 2021: In-Person
                                                                                                                     Benefits: AMHS programs and services
ATHLETIC TEAMS AT AMHS:
FALL SPORTS                                WINTER SPORTS                SPRING SPORTS                                MOCK TRIAL WINE TASTING
•   Boys Football (non-cut)                • Boys Basketball            •   Boys Baseball
•   Girls Soccer                           • Girls Basketball           •   Girls Fastpitch Softball                 Coordinators: Mock Trial boosters, Development Office
•   Girls Volleyball                       • Boys Swimming (non-cut)    •   Boys Soccer                              When: Winter 2021
                                           • Wrestling (non-cut)        •   Boys Golf
•   Boys & Girls Cross Country (non-cut)
                                                                        •   Girls Golf (non-cut)
                                                                                                                     Benefits: AMHS Mock Trial team
•   Girls Swimming (non-cut)
                                                                        •   Boys & Girls Track and Field (non-cut)
•   Boys Tennis (non-cut)
                                                                        •   Girls Tennis (non-cut)                   FINE ARTS CRAB FEED
                                                                        •   Boys Lacrosse (non-cut)
WHERE DO THE TEAMS PLAY?                                                                                             Coordinators: Fine Arts Council, Development Office
Most home events are on the AMHS campus with some exceptions, such as the following—                                 When: Fall 2021
Cross Country: McCollum Park, Golf: Mill Creek Country Club, Swimming: West Coast                                    Benefits: AMHS Fine Art programs
Aquatics Center, Tennis: Gateway Middle School.
                                                                                                                     STAR EVENT
HOW DO I SIGN UP?                                                                                                    Coordinators: Development Office
To sign-up for athletics you will need to create a FinalForms account. There is a $250 fee to
                                                                                                                     When: Spring 2022
participate in football, a $200 fee for all other sports, and a $50 Strength & Conditioning fee for
                                                                                                                     Benefits: Tuition assistance program
all sports participants. You must also turn in a physical to the Athletic Office. Physicals are valid
for 24 months and you must have one on file before you are eligible.
                                                                                                                     ANNUAL GIVING
                                                                                                                     Coordinators: Development Office
                                                                                                                     Participants: Current families, alumni, grandparents, alum parents, faculty/staff, friends
                                                                                                                     and corporations through matching gifts
                                                                                                                     Benefits: School’s financial aid and operations budget

                                                                                                                     AMHS ENDOWMENT FUND
                                                                                                                     When: Ongoing
                                                                                                                     Benefits: The endowment is a permanent legacy benefiting students who are in need of
                         Cassie Snell                                 Roman Miller
                       Athletic Director                           Athletic Consultant                               financial assistance
                      csnell@am-hs.org                                                                               *We also have a series of named endowments
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STUDENT FUNDRAISERS                                              PARENT INVOLVEMENT
Coordinators: Students, Dean of Students, Campus Ministry,       AMHS wouldn’t be the school it is without the involvement of its families. From helping in
Faculty, Development Office                                      the office, assisting on an athletic team, or providing support at one of our many events—
What: Lenten Rice Bowl, AMHS trips, and others as needed         we couldn’t do it without you!
Participants: Students and current parents                       We ask each family to volunteer 20 service hours per school year (valued $400),
Benefits: Community service, co-curricular activities            and there are a variety of ways in which parents can be involved. Volunteering builds
                                                                 community, lowers costs, and assures efficient operations. Volunteer opportunities will be
SCRIP                                                            advertised in the AMHS Announce (weekly e-newsletter) and Sign-Up Genius.
Coordinators: Parent volunteers
When: All school year                                            PARENT CLUBS
Participants: All current families are encouraged to purchase    SEASON TICKET HOLDER
these gift cards that provide giveback in revenue for AMHS       Coordinators: Athletic Office
and can count towards parent involvement requirement             Membership dues: Starts at $100
Benefits: School programs                                        Benefits: AMHS Athletics program

                                                                 FINE ARTS COUNCIL
                                                                 Coordinators: Parent volunteers, Fine Arts teachers, Development Office
WHAT IS SCRIP?                                                   When/What: Fall poinsettia wreath sale, Fall play, Spring musical
Purchasing SCRIP (gift cards) is an easy and effective way to    Membership dues: Patron: $100, Benefactor: $500
help support the various student programs offered at AMHS.       Participation: Current families, relatives and friends
Whether at the grocery store, the gas pump, or dining out,       Benefits: AMHS Fine Arts programs
the variety of merchants available through the SCRIP program
makes it easy and convenient for you to incorporate the use of
                                                                 PARENT ASSOCIATION
SCRIP into everyday life. Families may purchase SCRIP every
                                                                 Coordinators: Parent Association president and board, volunteers
other month through our online ordering system. Orders are
                                                                 What: Promotes the involvement of the parents in activities to support the school and
ready for pick up the Thursday of order week.
                                                                 build community
                                                                 Participation: Current families
For complete details on the SCRIP program, visit our website:    Benefits: Parents, especially new parents, get to be involved in our community and make
am-hs.org/scrip.                                                 new friends

                                                                               Steve Schmutz*                               Denise Jannusch
                                                                                  President                       Development Manager & Special Events
                                                                            sschmutz@am-hs.org                           djannusch@am-hs.org
                                                                                          (*denotes an alumni or a parent of an alumni)
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receive automatic e-mails or text messages when events get added to the calendar,

GET CONNECTED                                                                               changed, or are canceled. You also can import events into your own personal calendar.

                                                                                            POWERSCHOOL
                                                                                            This is our online grading system, attendance tracker and family information database,
AMHS COMMUNICATION & TECHNOLOGY                                                             which can be accessed by parents on a daily basis. Parents will receive passwords and
                                                                                            access information at Curriculum Night.
COMMUNICATION
Communication is important to us at AMHS, and we are constantly striving to improve
                                                                                            SCHOOL ADMIN
our communication systems. Below are some of the methods we use to reach our
                                                                                            School Admin is our Admissions and Enrollment database. This is where you submit
families. If you have any questions, please do not hesitate to contact us.
                                                                                            your contract and demographic forms annually.

WEBSITE
                                                                                            SWIFTK12
Our website am-hs.org is your main source of AMHS information including news stories,
                                                                                            In the rare instance of a snow day, emergency or other unexpected events, you will hear
student profiles, photos, event details and registration, important forms, and much more.
                                                                                            from us via text or voicemail through SwiftK12. This system allows us to reach
All parent information can be found on the "Current Parent" page.
                                                                                            you as quickly as possible with the information you need to know.

SOCIAL MEDIA
We use social media as a way to announce and celebrate our successes and to
send out extra reminders about events and deadlines. Right now you can like us on
Facebook, follow us on Instagram, and follow us on our Athletics Twitter account and
our Student Life Twitter account.

     @ArchMurphy          @AMHSStudentLife           @MurphyAthletics

     @ArchbishopMurphyHighSchool        #M UR P HYP RI D E                                                   Lauren Lee                              Nicole Thompson
                                                                                            Director of Marketing and Communications            Student Services/Registrar
                                                                                                          llee@am-hs.org                          nthompson@am-hs.org
E-MAIL
We e-mail our families on Mondays about upcoming events, reminders, links to sign-
ups, volunteer opportunities and other important information. This communication is
called the AMHS Announce.
                                                                                                                      ADMINISTRATORS
SNAIL MAIL
Periodically you will receive a mailing through the postal service which might include
fliers, invitations, forms and other school-specific information. However, our goal is to
“go green” and post most of that information on our website.

CALENDAR
The school online calendar will keep you up-to-date about all the exciting events you
                                                                                                         Alicia Mitchell                              John Matusak
and your student will want to be involved in. You can filter events, tailor the calendar                     Principal                                Vice Principal
view to see just what you want to see, and track your student’s activities. You can                    amitchell@am-hs.org                         jmatusak@am-hs.org
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WHO TO CONTACT
Need Help With            Contact                                     Email                   Need Help With              Contact                                     Email

Absences, Attendance &    Nicole Thompson, Student Services/                                                              Allie Sinex: A-G                            asinex@am-hs.org
                                                                      attendance@am-hs.org    Counselors Guidance and
Tardies                   Registrar                                                                                       Shannon Hippe: H-M                          shippe@am-hs.org
                                                                                              College
                                                                                                                          Dane Stringfellow: N-Z                      dstringfellow@am-hs.org
ACT Test                  Register online at ACT.org
                                                                                                                          Allie Sinex                                 asinex@am-hs.org
                                                                                              Course Catalog              Shannon Hippe                               shippe@am-hs.org
Activites and Clubs       Jeff Latta, Dean of Students                jlatta@am-hs.org
                                                                                                                          Dane Stringfellow                           dstringfellow@am-hs.org
                          Nicole Thompson, Student Services/                                                              Anna Hogenson, Campus Ministry              ahogenson@am-hs.org
Address Changes                                                       attendance@am-hs.org    Community Service SHED
                          Registrar                                                                                       Elianna Lucas, Campus Ministry              elucas@am-hs.org
                          Jana James, Director of Admissions                                  DECA Store:
                          Mary Thompson, Admissions Assistant         admissions@am-hs.org    Grace Hall Cafeteria/       Jessica Hall, Business Pathways Director    jhall@am-hs.org
Admissions Office
                          Nicole Thompson, Student Services/          (425) 332-3036          Room 405
                          Registrar
                                                                                                                          Denise Jannusch, Development Manager/
                                                                                              Development Office                                                      development@am-hs.org
Alumni                    Development Office                          development@am-hs.org                               Special Events

Advanced Placement (AP)                                                                       Discipline, Detention       Jeff Latta, Dean of Students                jlatta@am-hs.org
                          John Matusak, Vice Principal                jmatusak@am-hs.org
Classes/Testing
                                                                                              Drama, Choir, Band,         Carrie Wright: Drama/Choir                  cwright@am-hs.org
Academic Resources                                                                            Spring Musical              Keith Curtis: Band                          kcurtis@am-hs.org
                          Danielle Appleby, Director of ARC           dappleby@am-hs.org
Center
                                                                                              Dress Code                  Jeff Latta, Dean of Students                jlatta@am-hs.org
Annual Fund               Development Office                          development@am-hs.org
                                                                                              Educational Evaluations     John Matusak, Vice Principal                jmatusak@am-hs.org
Athletic Events, Times,                                               athletics@am-hs.org
                          Athletic Office
Cancellations                                                         (425) 385-3464
                                                                                              Facility Use                Athletic Office                             athletics@am-hs.org
                                                                      csnell@am-hs.org
Athletic Staff            Cassie Snell, Athletic Director
                                                                      (425) 385-3464          Facility/Campus             Rex Lewandowski, Facility Director          rlewandowski@am-hs.org

Auction                   Development Office                          development@am-hs.org   Fines, Fees, Tuition, and
                                                                                                                          Roberta Ryan, Business Office               rryan@am-hs.org
                                                                                              Tuition Assistance
                                                                      athletics@am-hs.org
Bus Service               Athletic Office
                                                                      (425) 385-3464          Fundraising Events          Development Office                          development@am-hs.org
                          Joan Ritter, Controller/HR Manager
                                                                      jritter@am-hs.org       Guest Pass for Dances       Jeff Latta, Dean of Students                jlatta@am-hs.org
                          Cathy Meehan, Assistant to the Controller
                                                                      cmeehan@am-hs.org
Business Office           Roberta Ryan, Assistant to the Controller
                                                                      rryan@am-hs.org         Late Start Calendar         Jeff Latta, Dean of Students                jlatta@am-hs.org
                          Samantha Morales, Assistant to the HR
                                                                      smorales@am-hs.org
                          Manager and Principal
                                                                                                                          Nicole Thompson, Student Services/
                                                                                              Lockers                                                                 nthompson@am-hs.org
Calendar (Academic)       Jeff Latta, Dean of Students                jlatta@am-hs.org                                    Registrar
                                                                                                                          Red Day                          Black Day
Calendar (Online)         Cathy Meehan,
                                                                      cmeehan@am-hs.org       Lunch Schedule              1st Lunch: 11:00-11:30am         1st Lunch: 11:00-11:30am
am-hs.org/calendar        Assistant to the Controller
                                                                                                                          2nd Lunch: 12:35-1:05pm          2nd Lunch: 12:35-1:05pm
OUR MISSION
Need Help With            Contact                                     Email

MOODLE Student
                          Jon Echols                                  jechols@am-hs.org
Passwords

National Honor Society    Katie Campbell                              kcampbell@am-hs.org

                          Nicole Thompson, Student Services/
Parking                                                               nthompson@am-hs.org
                          Registrar

Parent Association (PA)   Denise Montoya, PA President                papresident@am-hs.org

                          Nicole Thompson, Student Services/
PowerSchool                                                           nthompson@am-hs.org
                          Registrar

PSAT/PLAN tests           John Matusak, Vice Principal                jmatusak@am-hs.org

                          Nicole Thompson, Student Services/
Pre-Arranged Absence                                                  nthompson@am-hs.org
                          Registrar
SAT Test: Register at
                          Lisa Latta                                  llatta@am-hs.org
collegeboard.com

SAT Prep Classes          Courtney Wyatt, SAT Advisor                 cwyatt@am-hs.org

                          Allie Sinex: A-G                            asinex@am-hs.org
Schedule Change           Shannon Hippe: H-M                          shippe@am-hs.org
                          Dane Stringfellow: N-Z                      dstringfellow@am-hs.org
                          Jana James, Director of Admissions
Shadow Visits/            Mary Thompson, Admissions Assistant
                                                                      admissions@am-hs.org
Prospective Students      Nicole Thompson, Student Services/
                          Registrar
SCRIP Enrollment Code:
                          Development Office                          scrip@am-hs.org
26948D954966

Student Accomodations     Danielle Appleby, Director of ARC           dappleby@am-hs.org

Textbooks                                                                                       Archbishop Thomas J. Murphy High School is a Catholic, college preparatory school
                          Cathy Meehan, Assistant to the Controller   cmeehan@am-hs.org
UW Bookstore                                                                                    that welcomes students of all faiths. True to the spirit of the gospel, Archbishop Murphy
                          Nicole Thompson, Student Services/
Transcripts                                                           nthompson@am-hs.org       nurtures the full development of the gifts that God has given to each student, fosters
                          Registrar
Volunteer Opportunities
                                                                                                service as an outgrowth of faith, and values diversity. Working with parents as partners
                          Roberta Ryan                                rryan@am-hs.org
Sign-Up Genius                                                                                  in the educational ministry, we strive for academic excellence, spiritual enrichment, and
                          Lauren Lee, Director of Marketing and                                                Christlike leadership for the transformation of the world.
Website                                                               llee@am-hs.org
                          Communications

Withdrawals               John Matusak, Vice Principal                jmatusak@am-hs.org

                          Jordan James, Director of Sports
Wellness                                                              jjames@am-hs.org
                          Performance and Wellness

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St. Thomas Chapel

                         Roman Miller
                            Field

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