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Get a free NCE Kids class!

Newton Community Ed (NCE) is looking for onsite coordinators to represent NCE at each school and help ensure that the classes run smoothly.

This position involves arriving at school by dismissal time, supporting NCE teachers and students as needed, and staying at school until the last NCE student is dismissed. The onsite coordinators liaise with NCE office staff regarding class logistics and special needs. The hours are typically 3:00 – 4:30 pm on all days but Tuesdays, and 12:30 – 2:00 pm on Tuesdays.

In exchange for your services, you or your child can take a free class at NCE (with some restrictions). If you’d prefer, you can earn $25.00/day. Please contact Brenda at brenda_april@newton.k12.us if you or anyone you know is interested in these positions.
Open to hiring a single person or multiple people per school.

Kids in Grade 2-5: Learn to Play the Ukulele!

Uke 1 – an introduction class to the ukulele and perfect for kids who want to learn an instrument, while exploring the world of musicianship. Students will learn basics of the instrument, including rhythmic strumming and chords. They will be playing songs in a few short weeks!

Tuesdays, 1:15 – 2:00 pm (We are able to open a second session of Uke 1 on Tuesdays at 2:15)

Uke 2 – The student must have completed Uke 1. All levels of players are welcome for continued learning and weekly “jam session”.

Tuesdays, 2:15 – 3:00 pm To register: www.activityreg.com , click on MA, click on Newton Parks & Recreation, click on Register, click on Programs or Activities, click on Mayor’s Office for Cultural Affairs, click on Ukulele classes. Or call 617-796-1540 for more information. Bring your own instrument or contact teacher for rental.

Fall Session: Tuesdays, September 26th – December 5th
Newton Cultural Center at City Hall

Middle School Speech Team

Newton Public School students in Grades 6-8*, join the Speech Team to become a better public speaker, gain confidence for class discussions and dramatic presentations, win awards for yourself and your school, make friends with kids from all over the state, and have fun as part of an amazing team.

You’ll compete in tournaments through the Massachusetts Middle School Speech League (formerly the Forensics League) in the event you choose, from among prose or poetry reading, original oratory, impromptu, and more. All students are expected to attend a minimum of six tournaments in order to represent their team and improve their public speaking skills. For more information or to register click here or visit newtoncommunityed.org.

September 27th – May 16th, Wednesdays,  3:30 – 5:30 pm
Newton South High School

*Fifth graders are welcome to join this class, but per league rules they can not participate in tournaments except for the Newton tournament that takes place in the spring.

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Einstein’s Workshop  is a year-round STEAM education center run by Zervas parent Chris
Payton. Their goal is to educate and inspire students in Science, Technology, Engineering, Art, and Mathematics and classes introduce students to Robotics, Coding, Making & Inventing, and Game Based Learning in age-appropriate groups with experienced instructors.

Registration is currently open for weekend classes and clubs at the flagship Burlington location as well as through after-school partnerships with organizations such as Newton Community Education. Register for Burlington programs by September 15th to receive a 10% early bird discount.

Einstein’s Workshop also offers school vacation programs, including themed classes on Rosh Hashanah and Columbus Day during which children will work with lego robotics, create their own 3D printed or lasercut school accessories, and solve unique Minecraft-based challenges. See more information here.

Newton Girls Ultimate Frisbee

Do you have a daughter interested in learning to play Ultimate Frisbee? Join the Newton Airbenders, an all-girl Ultimate team based in Newton and their incredible new coach Rhys Thomas. Rhys is a Boston local with over a decade of experience in ultimate and youth work. He is super positive, fun, and upbeat..

The Newton Middle School Girls’ Ultimate Frisbee Team is recruiting girls in grades 5-8 for the Fall 2017 season. Players do not have to be Newton residents – residents from any town are welcome. The program includes weekly practice Sundays 4:00 – 6:00 pm at a field in Newton as well as one or two half-day tournaments.
The season runs approximately through October 29th.

Join this year! Registration is only $90.00 and includes discs, field costs, and great coaching. Registration is open here. Apply here for financial aid if needed. Please direct any questions to Kia Freeman at kia.l.freeman@gmail.com or 617-549-7167 or Mark Goodman at mgoodmanhome@gmail.com.

Voice Lessons for Teens

Auditioning for the school play or choir solo? Jacqueline Novikov will help your teen strengthen her voice and performance skills through in-home voice lessons. With a focus on healthy singing and versatility, lessons with Jacqueline will improve pitch, range, coordination and confidence through classical/musical theater training and the Alexander Technique.

Contact Jacqueline Novikov at jn@forma-music.com. To learn more, visit the website  jacquelinenovikov.com.

Be the Parent you want to be

Parenting workshops and coaching in the Think:Kids Collaborative Problem Solving approach, which helps parents relate better to their kids, reduce challenging behavior, and build their kids’ skills in self-regulation, flexibility and communication.

Morning and evening workshops in Brookline and Needham start the week of September 25th. For more information and to register, see BeTheParentBoston.com.

Join the Newton Mothers’ Forum

Are you interested in hearing from engaging speakers on a variety of relevant topics? Did you just move to the area and are looking to make new friends? Do you want a variety of social activities on the calendar for you and your family? Consider joining the Newton Mothers’ Forum!

NMF is a non-profit group made up of a community of moms (stay-at-home and working part- or full- time) with kids of all ages in Newton and surrounding towns. They sponsor activities where members can make connections beyond their school communities. The flagship event is a monthly Mothers’ Night Out (MNO): wine, dinner and fabulous speakers, this year’s series includes talks with National Security Expert Juliette Kayyem, sports psychologist Richard Ginsberg, and Family Dinner Project co-founder Anne Fishel. NMF also hosts a Book Club, Salon discussion group, Be Active fitness group and children’s parties.

Additional outings and special events include co-ed theme parties for grown-ups (Oktoberfest, Holiday, Wine & Cheese Tasting), a progressive dinner, theatre nights, and more. Check them out at newtonmoms.com, on Facebook (Newton Mothers’ Forum), or contact us at newtonmothers@gmail.com for more information. Annual dues are $185, which covers the cost of the seven-month speaker series with dinner, all parties and clubs.

Come check it out at the first MNO on October 2nd, 7:00 – 9:00 pm with Juliette Kayyem, Living in the Age of Terrorism: A Conversation with a National Security Expert – for just $30. That amount is applied toward your annual dues if you decide to join within 30 days.