A small but growing number of high school students are choosing to attend universities outside the U.S. for their Bachelors degree. If you want to learn more about international college options, there is a college fair in mid-November you should attend.
For more information or to pre-register, click here
www.internationalcollegeoptions.org/new-york
November 21st, 7:00 – 9:00 pm
Embassy Suites
550 Winter Street, Waltham
Come talk to some of the School Committee candidates about environmental sustainability in Newton Schools when they join the Green Newton School Connections monthly meeting to share their views and answer questions.
Please RSVP to schoolconnections@greennewton.org
School Committee members are in a position to impact sustainable practices in school facilities – including energy savings, waste management, and promoting a healthy environment for all – and to create opportunities to strengthen the environmental literacy of our students and staff.
The regular meeting will go from 3:45 – 4:10 pm and candidates will join from 4:10 – 5:00 pm. Each candidate will have 2 minutes to introduce themselves before we open the discussion for Q&A.
Currently confirmed candidates: Emily Prenner, Tamika Olszewski, Margaret Albright, Kathy Shields, Anping Shen.
October 10th, 3:45 – 5:00 pm in the third floor arc area of the Newton Free Library.
NOTE: Election Day is Tuesday, November 5th. Residents can vote for all school committee candidates regardless of ward. Learn more about the School Committee here: www.newton.k12.ma.us/schoolcommittee.
To Middle and High School Students and parents,
The Newton Police Department invites you to a Community Conversation!
See attached flyer here: flyer and RSVP here: https://forms.gle/RbYDxxhJq8dZcAdu7
The group will discuss police/community relations, focusing on interactions and perceptions that influence those involved with particular attention to our citizens of color.
Participants wil include Police Superior Officers, Parents, Students, METCO Staff, NPS Staff and the conversatipns will be facilitated by Vanessa McClinchy, Educational Consultant, Program/Leadership Development Specialist, Speaker, Trainer, and Author
If you have any questions please email Community Engagement Officers Officer Lau jlau@newtonma.gov, Officer Ferolito bferolito@newtonma.gov or the FORJ Liaisons for this event: Tamika Olszewski , Karen Carroll Bennett, Angela Pitter or Amy Behrens.
October 16th, 4:00 – 6:00pm
Newton North High School Cafeteria
Create art in a maker space with local artist who will guide you through a different experience each session. Learn about materials and techniques in a space that encourages you to develop your own creativity. Enjoy a relaxed evening, with beer and wine available for purchase. Come with your best friend, a date, or with your own creative spirit!
All materials provided; tuition includes one drink. Registration required. Event is for 21+. ID required. See https://newartcenter.org/product/art-with-a-twist-friday-nac-faculty/ for registration.
Mixed Media|Drawing|Painting
October 18th, 7:00 – 9:00 pm
New Art Center, 61 Washington Park, Newton
Help raise money for the Newton Food Pantry and the Travis Roy Foundation’s Ethan Wang Fund. Register by October 28th to be guaranteed a T-shirt and avoid the late fee.
Race day is November 23rd, a USATF accredited 5K at 9:00 am and the kids’ 1 mile fun run at 8:30 am.
Details, registration and volunteer info at http://www.newtonturkeytrot.org
Boston University researchers are recruiting young soccer/hockey/swimming athletes for a research study to assess risk factors for hip injuries. You may be eligible if you play ice hockey, soccer, or swim; and are between the ages of 9 – 10 or 16 – 18 (for girls) and 10-11 and 16 – 18 (for boys).
The study involves 1-2 visits to BU for a hip MRI and motion capture session. All participants will receive a report from hip MRI and will be paid $75 for completing the study. Parking costs will be reimbursed and if interested, an animation from the motion capture can be provided as well. Evening and weekend appointments are available.
Contact us to see if you qualify: Alex Gerononimo at (617)358-3125 or movelab@bu.edu
Boss Lady Boxing is a boxing, strength and conditioning program for women ages 45+. Taught by national champion boxer Dena Lawton, and trainer/coach Lisa Carusone, BLB is for women looking to make mid-life their best years yet.
BLB runs for six weeks (12 sessions) Januray 6th – Februray 12th. Learn more here: http://ilovenewton.com/boss-lady-boxing/
Boston Music Institute invites piano, string, and woodwind soloists and ensembles to participate in the 2019 Competition. The application deadline is November 11, 2019. For age categories 8-12, 13-17, and 18-25.
1st Place Award:
2nd Place Award:
Apply here: Registration. More information avaialable here: BMI
Competition December 1st
Shalin Liu Performance Center
You are invited to see if Cub Scouts would be a good fit for you and your family!
Cub Scouts is a worldwide program with deep history, created to help prepare our children for their future by teaching a variety of life skills including personal and civic responsibility, ethical and moral decision making, and goal setting and achievement.
This program is a wonderful way to bring together families–boys, girls, siblings, and parents/ caregivers, through structured activities which promote: confidence and self esteem building, good sportsmanship, environmental protection and outdoor skills. During the school year families will participate in a number of fun and educational experiences with games, speakers, field trips, and camping oriented activities.
Everyone meets as a large group on the 2nd Wednesday of each month, there is a monthly small group meeting tbd, and not quite monthly optional adventure. If you have questions, please email the Cubmaster, Rowell Levy at Cubmaster@cubscoutspack208.org
Tutoring available in all levels of Spanish grammar, literature, conversation, and writing by an experienced, Massachusetts certified and licensed tutor who is well acquainted with the Newton Spanish curriculum. References available. Contact Libby at libby@libbysands.com or 617-256-4780.