Category Archives: Education/Enrichment

Worried about the high cost of college?

Want to hear about options for obtaining quality education for lower cost? Come learn about Study Abroad opportunities at Lund University, Sweden!

Megan Grindlay of Lund University, Sweden will present study opportunities (taught in English) and the application process towards the University. If you are interested in looking into obtaining a higher degree at a lower cost compared to American universities, please sign up at https://www.meetup.com/College-Abroad/events/254469566/

September 15th, 10:00 am
Collegewise Greater Boston
1185 Washington Street, Newton

Call Y3K Tutor in your home today

When schoolwork goes the wrong way!

With many years of experience in teaching and educational consulting they have developed the right way to motivate, the right way to teach, be understood, and be remembered.  Y3K tutors special education such as ADD, ADHD, autism spectrum disorder, executive function, and gifted as well as regular education and test preparation.   In addition to academic subjects, we teach children organizational skills, homework coaching, study skills, and time management. All subjects and ages are taught.

Parents can now receive 25% off the first lesson.  Call 781-492-8700 or visit http://www.Y3KTutorInYourHome.com.

In-home Academic Coaching

Next Level Up is celebrating their 10th year of motivating students in Newton to become the best version of themselves. The experienced academic coaches can help with subjects ranging from all levels of Math, to Writing and Reading, to Physics or Chemistry. With an eye on the future, their processed based, individualized approach will also improve students’ organizational, time management, and study skills. Additionally, Next Level Up provides the undervalued sense of perspective to all of their students.

Email info@nextleveluptutoring.com for call 781-540-1123 for a free initial meeting. Visit www.nextleveluptutoring.com​ for more information.

Common App essay coaching

Recently graduated from Harvard College, Isabel Alexander is available to coach high school seniors in writing their Common App essays this fall. She loves stories — not just those in books, but those we keep inside us; ones that inform the way we make connections and experience the world.

Putting these stories on paper, though, can be daunting — especially when you have to fit your life story into 650 words that aren’t too simple, too pretentious, or (worse yet) cliché.  To boot, the Common App essay seems to beg for a single life narrative.  What if you don’t have one?

Whether you have a solid draft of your college essay or no clue where to begin, she’ll help you brainstorm ways to tell your personal story — the unconventional way.

Credentials include:

  • Highest score (5) on AP English Language and Composition test
  • Perfect score (800) on SAT Writing section

For more about Isabel, visit https://www.isabelalexander.org or email mailto:isabelalexander@college.harvard.edu

Singers K-8th grade invited to join VOICES Boston!

Do you have a child that loves to sing? Join VOICES Boston children’s chorus for the 2018-2019 season! With singing at its core and training in dance and drama, VOICES Boston changes the lives of children, building confidence, discipline, leadership and a love of music that will last a lifetime.

They offer ensembles for singers grades K-8 and rehearse at the William H. Lincoln School in Brookline. VOICES singers perform a wide range of repertoire, from classical to world music, gospel to new music and present an opera every year.

To sign-up or just learn more about the program, visit www.voicesboston.org or contact Kalee Burrows at kburrows@voicesboston.org or 617-735-0012.

Childhood Cancer Awareness Month

September is Childhood Cancer Awareness Month. Mayor Fuller will be hosting the 3rd annual ceremonial flag raising at Newton City Hall on September 5th at 5:30 pm. See the flyer here: Flag Raising Ceremony

The event often brings forth a great deal of emotion and sense of purpose. You will hear from families, physicians, non-profits and other neighbors who are part of the childhood cancer community. This beautiful and heartfelt event will help elevate all of the efforts to rid the world of this evil disease.

Time for Partners – Art & Music for Toddlers

The popular art & music class for children ages 18 months to 4 years with an adult is thriving in the Newton Cultural Center at City Hall!  A terrific way to learn, have fun and make friends – and that’s not just for the kids!

Parents, nannies and grandparents enjoy this long-running program also. Children make creative and enriching art projects and enjoy singing and fun with beloved performer David Polansky. The classes fill up very quickly, so don’t wait!

Classes are September 9th – January 9th, Monday – Friday, 9:30 – 11:15 am.  Register at 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 Time for Partners and choose your day.  Or call 617-796-1540 for more information.

Come to a Cub Scouts Ice Cream Social

You’re invited to an Ice Cream Social where you can see if Cub Scouts would be a good fit for your child and family.

Cub Scouts is a worldwide program with deep history, created to help prepare our children for their futures 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, through structured activities to promote topics including: confidence and self esteem building, good sportsmanship, environmental protection and outdoors 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.

Enjoy a bowl of ice cream with your family, as you learn from scouts and their families, about what scouting could be for you! If you have questions please contact Rowell Levy at   cubmaster@cubscoutpack208.org

Cub Scouts (Grades K to 5) for Boys, Girls and Families!
Ice Cream Social, September 11th, 7:00 – 8:00 pm
Waban Library

Newton CPC New Art Center Report and 300 Hammond Pond Parkway/Webster Woods Public Hearing

The Newton Community Preservation Committee will meet to hear a report on the New Art Center’s historic preservation plan and hold a public hearing and potential funding vote on $100,000 for professional services related to the preservation of open space at 300 Hammond Pond Parkway/Webster Woods.

The full agenda and pre-meeting materials are online from www.newtonma.gov/cpa. For assistance contact Alice Ingerson at aingerson@newtonma.gov or 617-796-1144.

September 13th, 7:00 pm, City Hall, Room 204
Please note the unusual day of the week

Learn to Play the Ukulele!

Now Registering kids in Grades 2 – 5 for the Fall Session

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! Classes Tuesdays, 1:15 – 2:00 pm

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

September 18th – November 20th,
Newton Cultural Center at City Hall