Newton resident celebrates graduation from Cotting School

Jamie Dorfman Davidge graduated as part of the 128th class from Cotting

2 Newton Students Win College-Sponsored National Merit Scholarships

Natalia M. Sawicka and Gabriel J. Stern are two of approximately 2,600 students who have won college-sponsored awards.

Newton City Council Resolution Requests More ARPA Funds For Schools

Twenty-two councilors voted in favor of the resolution, with one abstaining and one absent.

MassBay Student From Newton Selected To Deliver Commencement Address

Naomi Adamsky has been selected to deliver the student commencement address at the school’s 60th Commencement ceremony on Thursday, May 26.

Newton South Parents Make Case To Restore Jazz Combo Class

A group parents spoke out at Monday’s School Committee meeting in opposition to the sudden shutting down of the Jazz Combo on May 6.

8 Newton Students Win 2022 National Merit Scholarships

The students, all seniors at Newton North, Newton South, or Gann Academy, were chosen out of approximately 15,000 Finalists.

Newton South Booster Club To Host Inaugural Lions 5K

The event on Sunday, May 15 will support Newton South High School athletics.

Lasell Univeristy School Of Fashion To Host Annual ‘Runway' Show

This yearly fashion event will take place in-person for the first time since 2019.

Newton North, South Ranked High On 2 Lists Of Top MA High Schools

Newton North ranked 6th and Newton South ranked 12th on Niche.com’s annual rankings.

2 Newton Students Win 2022 National Merit Scholarships

Steven Gao and William McNally​ are two of approximately 1,000 students who have won corporate-sponsored National Merit Scholarship awards.

Lasell, Newton-Wellesley Hospital Partner To Create New Program

NWH is currently recruiting a diverse cohort of students for the new Surgical Technology Program.

Mayor Fuller Provides Additional $1.5M To Newton Public Schools

Fuller said the NPS financial team recently let her know of $1.1 million in COVID-19 related projects that had not yet been reimbursed.

Superintendent David Fleishman Steps Down From Newton Public Schools

Fleishman is leaving the district become the President/Chief Executive Officer of JVS Boston.

Newton City Councillors Ask Mayor To Increase ARPA Funding For Schools

The councilors wrote a letter arguing against Mayor Ruthanne Fuller’s claim that using one-time funding on an ongoing deficit is unwise.

11th Annual Newton Inspires Event To Be Held May 3

The event emcee will be former WGBH host Barbara Howard, who will lead a live conversation with Newton Public Schools teachers.

Students At Newton’s Bigelow Middle School Protest Staffing Cuts

At the “Stop the Cuts” protest, students asked Mayor Ruthanne Fuller not to layoff their teachers for the 2022-2023 school year.

Humanitarian Razia Jan To Deliver Lasell's Commencement Speech

For more than a decade, Jan has worked to forge meaningful connections between Afghans and Americans.

Newton Public Schools To Receive Another $1.37M In ARPA Funds

The funds are intended to assist the district in managing their FY2023 budget challenge.

Former Red Sox Executive Corey Bowdre Joins Lasell University

Bowdre began his new position as corporate engagement officer on March 1.

Newtown South High School Parent Teacher Student Organization: Volunteer Spots For 2022/2023

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Newton Public Schools May Cut Up To 74 Positions

The projected budget cuts are due to declining enrollment and budget constraints.

Volunteer Spots For 2022/2023 At Newton South High School

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Lasell Joins Effort To Diversify Special Education Workforce

Lasell University is partnering with UMass Lowell to diversify the pipeline of students pursuing careers in special education.

Newton School Committee Votes To Make Masks Optional

The new policy is in effect as of Tuesday, March 8.

Newtown South High School Parent Teacher Student Organization: NSHS Weekly Update 3/7 – 3/11

Here's to another week at South! Please let us know if you have any questions.

Newtown South High School Parent Teacher Student Organization: NSHS Grade 10 Family Information Night Recording

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Newtown South High School Parent Teacher Student Organization: The Lion's Roar

See the latest announcement from Newtown South High School Parent Teacher Student Organization.

Newtown South High School Parent Teacher Student Organization: Picnic Table Fundraiser

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Newtown South High School Parent Teacher Student Organization: Grade 11 Parent Information Night Recording

Sincerely,

Newton South High School Weekly Update For March 7 Until 11

This is an ORANGE week, which affects Lion Block and clubs.

Newton South High School Grade 10 Family Information Night Recording

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Grade 11 Parent Information Night Recording From Newton South High School

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The Lion's Roar

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Picnic Table Fundraiser At Newton South High School

Classes that reach the $1800 goal will have a plaque dedicated to their class installed on the picnic table.

Newton School Committee To Vote On Mask Mandate

During the March 1 Special Meeting, committee members will review and discuss the Medical Advisory Group’s recommendation.

Newtown South High School Parent Teacher Student Organization: Thank You For Donating To The Valentine's Day Treats

See the latest announcement from Newtown South High School Parent Teacher Student Organization.

Newton’s Lasell University Ends Some Covid Safety Requirements

The changes were made based on testing results and falling COVID-19 numbers both locally and nationally.

Newton Public Schools Shares 2021 DESE Report Cards

There were no accountability determinations for the 2020-2021 school year, but the report cards include enrollment, MCAS scores, and more.

Newton School Closed Indefinitely After Allowing Blackface

A teacher was fired and an apology was issued, but now the IC Kids Montessori school in Newton is closed after facing backlash.

Newton Public Schools Receives $175K Gift From NSF

The annual donation was presented to the Newton School Committee at its Feb. 7 meeting and accepted by School Committee members.