Meeting agenda: Introduction of new elementary principals, capital projects update The September 19 School Committee began with a single public commenter, Dr. Phoebe Olhava, applauding the NPS commitment to creating a “culture of fairness and belonging.” However, Dr. Olhava went on to say the NPS Statement of Values and Commitment…
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The School Committee will meet in person (Room 210) and virtually (Zoom link) on Monday, September 19 at 6PM. The Committee will begin in open session and then go into Executive Session in Room 304 to discuss strategy with respect to collective bargaining or litigation. At the conclusion of the…
Revised draft of Goals spurs additional questions On Wednesday September 7, NPS administrators submitted a revised version of System Wide Goals for the 2022-2023 academic year. The previous five-page draft was discussed during the August 8 meeting, while the new draft expands to 13 pages across the same three categories: Education,…
Mayor, NTA President address teachers On Wednesday, August 31, Newton Public School teachers, administrators, the School Committee, and the Mayor gathered in-person for Opening Day at Newton South High School. The event was last held prior to the 2019-2020 school year, and at that time it served as a rally for…
The School Committee will meet — in person for School Committee and Staff only in Room 210) and virtually for the public (Zoom link) — on Wednesday, September 7 beginning at 6:15PM. The Committee will enter into Executive Session and will meet in Room 304 to discuss strategy with respect…
Celebrate the end of the School Supplies Drive on August 18, 5PM-8PM, on the Green at the The Street in Chestnut Hill. Meet the Newton Neighbors team, make a donation to the drive, purchase a drink if you wish, and enjoy live entertainment, games, snacks, and more. Newton Neighbors is…
At the August 8 School Committee meeting, the members discussed with the NPS administration the draft NPS Systemic Goals for the academic year 2022-2023. The Systemic Goals are in three categories: Educational Goals, Family and Community Communication Goals, and Operational Goals. Educational Goals are subdivided into Academic Excellence, Educational Equity, and Social…
The School Committee will meet in person for SC members and Staff (Room 210) and virtually for the public (Zoom link) on Monday, August 8, at 9:00AM. The agenda includes the following: Convene meeting Public Comment Interim Superintendent Update Discussion/Updates FY23 System-wide Goals – Progress Update FY23 School Committee Calendar…
The Charles River Regional Chamber has awarded scholarships to four outstanding students in the communities it serves. This year’s recipients are: Chaerin Lee of Needham, Grace Campbell Maillet of Newton, Theresa Cabral of Watertown, and David Fils-Aime of Wellesley. Recipients are chosen based on academic performance and extracurricular activities, as…
Newton North HS Athletics places #40 in U.S. in MaxPreps best all-around high-school sports programs
Newton North HS Athletics places #40 in U.S. in MaxPreps best all-around high-school sports programs
MaxPreps, owned by CBS Interactive, covers high-school sports and annually identifies and ranks its picks for the 100 best all-around high-school sports programs. This year, it ranked Newton North High School #40 on its nationwide list, citing these particular achievements: Fall state runners-up: Girls Volleyball, Boys Soccer Winter state champions: Boys Indoor…