Newton Public Schools

Out-of-Assigned District Statement from Newton Public Schools

The Newton Public Schools considers applications for students to transfer to schools outside of their home district. It is the goal of the school system to grant to the degree possible requests for out-of-assigned district placements. Impact on enrollment, staffing and space availability now and in the future are key considerations. Out-of-assigned district placements for students who wish to attend a school in Newton other than his/her district school are limited. Such placements will be made on a space available basis only. In addition to Newton residents, members of NTA Units A, B, C, D, E, NESA, or the Custodial union may also apply for placement of their children in a Newton Public School. read more »

Join Newton Parks and Recreation and the Newton Public Schools for our Camp Fair

Join Newton Parks and Recreation and the Newton Public Schools for our Camp Fair on Sunday January 30, 2011. The Camp Fair will take place at the Newton North High School in the Cafeteria from 1:00 – 6:00 PM (snow date February 6, 2011).

More than 30 sports clinics, day camps and specialty programs will be featured including Newton Parks and Recreation summer programs, SPACE camp, Garden City Sports, and Newton Community Education programs. Registration begins at the camp fair so be sure to come by and check out what Newton has to offer for the summer of 2011.

Story School Committee meeting - 6 p.m. on November 22nd

School Committee meeting - 6 p.m. in Room 210 at the Ed Center and is jam-packed with meaty topics. The agenda includes:

• the Enrollment Analysis Report as part of the Superintendent's Report;
•continued discussion and vote on the budget guidelines;
•the presentation of the proposed Bullying Prevention and Intervention Policy;
•a presentation by The Newton Partnership;
•continued discussion of the NNHS naming recommendation; and
•more discussion and a vote on the facilities plan.

Become a Newton School Volunteer!

Become a Newton School Volunteer!

Would you like to help a Newton elementary school student learn basic mathematics concepts? Adult volunteers are needed to tutors students in grades 2-5.

  • Tutor once a week for 30-45 minutes.
  • No teaching experience is needed.
  • Tutors select their preferred school, grade, day, and time.
  • Play special math games that reinforce skills and help students gain confidence.
  • Training, Everyday Math books and learning materials, and ongoing support are provided.

For more information, please contact Ellen Bender @ 617.559.6131 or ellen_bender@newton.k12.ma.us.

Newton Public Schools Anti-Bullying Update

About a year ago, NPS created a Bullying Prevention and Intervention Committee to look at the NPS policy. This was before the new law was passed. The committee consists of 29 members who are parents, administrators, teachers, students, and mental health workers.

This large group divided into two parts. The first focused on prevention, which can take the form of curriculum, school climate and culture, as well as other programs. The second group worked on intervention, which included creating a policy that describes how to report an instance of bullying, as well as the investigation and interventions that follow.  read more »

October School Committee Discussion and Hearing

On Wednesday, October 20th, starting at 8 p.m. in Room 210 at the Education Center, the School Committee will discuss facilities needs at the elementary and middle schools. At the elementary level, they will talk about Burr, Mason-Rice, Zervas, Countryside, and Horace Mann. At the middle school level, they will focus on Day Middle School and several proposals for new space.

On Monday, October 25th, from 6:30 to 7:30 p.m. in Room 210 at the Education Center, there will be a public hearing on the Student Placement Policy draft. The committee that created the policy is interested in hearing feedback and ideas from the community. Click here for the draft policy. read more »

Newton North High School to Hold Public Open House

Newton North High School to Hold Public Open HouseNewton North High School
Newton - Members of the public are invited to take a self-guided tour of the new Newton North High School on Sunday, September 12th, from Noon to 3:00 p.m. Visitors will have an opportunity to see the theatre and other performance and rehearsal spaces, science labs, gymnasium, swimming pool, library commons, cafeteria, and classrooms.
“It’s an exciting opportunity for us to open the doors to Newton North, and let residents get an up-close look at the new school that will be a tremendous resource for the entire community,” Mayor Warren said. read more »

The Child Assault Prevention (CAP) program looking for committed and dedicated child advocates

The Child Assault Prevention (CAP) program in Newton is looking for committed and dedicated child advocates to present its personal safety curriculum in local elementary schools.

Join up with current and experienced volunteer Prevention Specialists to teach children to recognize and respond to verbal, physical and sexual assault and abuse. Potential volunteers are community members who believe that children have the right to information, skills and the support of adults. We offer a flexible schedule to volunteers who enjoy teamwork and can make a yearlong commitment of three or four mornings a month. The 3-day training will be held in Newton on Oct. 22, 23 and 24, 8:45-4 p.m. read more »

"Blues to Bling": 13th Annual Fashion Show

Come to the 13th Annual Bigelow Middle School Fashion Show on Wednesday June 2nd at Brae Burn Country Club.  Hosted by Cindy Stumpo who you will recognize as the star of "Tough as Nails" on HGTV, this years event will once again feature both men's and women's fashions and a basket raffle with top notch items.  It is not to be missed.

Bringing Down the House - the City of Newton Says Good-Bye to an Era

Newton North High SchoolBringing Down the House - the City of Newton Says Good-Bye to an Era

Next September the new Newton North High School will open after many years of delay and controversy. Over the past few months, a new mayor was voted in and a new superintendent will start on July 1.  This is a pivotal time for The Garden City, Newton. To mark this occasion PTSO and alumni volunteers, with the cooperation of the school department and city hall, are crafting an amazing city-wide event. www.NorthPTSO.org. read more »