3rd Community Forum on High School Start Time

3rd Community Forum on High School Start Time: Especially for Middle and Elementary Parents

Join the Brown and Oak Hill PTOs and the Newton South School Council to explore the research on teen sleep and starting high school later. We hope to continue the community conversation around the the impact of inadequate sleep on our teens and welcome middle and elementary parents to the discussion.

The featured speaker will be Dr. Christopher Landrigan, Director of the Sleep and Patient Safety Program at Brigham and Women’s Hospital and Research Director of Inpatient Pediatrics at Boston Children’s Hospital. Dr. Landrigan is also a Brown and South parent; he was the featured speaker at January’s High School Start Time Forum at Newton North. Catch up on the research and join the conversation—we look forward to seeing you there.

More information and resources on adolescent sleep and later start time on South School Council webpage.

April 6th, 7:00-8:30 pm
Brown Middle School Auditorium

Your March Donation Will be Matched!

Help Our Schools Close the Achievement Gap in Math—Your March Donation Will be Matched!

An anonymous donor has generously agreed to match up to $25,000 in donations to the Newton Schools Foundation during the month of March to support the Calculus Project! The Calculus Project is an ambitious effort to narrow the achievement gap in mathematics in Newton’s middle and high schools by increasing the number of African American, Hispanic and low-income students who enroll in and successfully complete higher level math in high school.

With just close to $9,000 in donations, they are 1/3 of the way to meeting the goal with just over two weeks left. Help NSF reach $25,000 to get the full match and have a profound impact on narrowing the achievement gap in our schools.

Please click here and Donate today!

Research indicates that success in higher-level high school mathematics is strongly associated with college enrollment and is the strongest predictor of college completion. Students participating in the Calculus Project attend intensive, small group summer classes and enrichment activities, meet regularly with mentors, and receive weekly after-school tutoring. The Calculus Project also uses the Pride Curriculum, designed to shift self-perceptions about academic accomplishment as students gain skills and competence.

Students enter the Calculus Project as rising 7th graders and continue through high school to graduation. Currently 95 students have participated since the program’s 2013 launch, and that number continues to grow.

The Calculus Project costs more than $100,000 per year, and the cost will continue to increase as the program expands. While the cost is partially covered by the Newton Public Schools operating budget, the school department relies on NSF to help support the expenses of tutoring, the summer program, enrichment activities and modest program supplies.

Make your gift count twice when you donate to Newton Schools Foundation during the March match challenge. Every donation, large or small, counts!

Save the Date: Mayor’s 1st Annual Community Discussion on Newton as a Welcoming City For All

Help us ensure that Newton is open to people of all races/ethnicities, religions, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, and disabilities.

On Thursday evening, April 7th, Mayor Warren will host the first annual community discussion focused on ensuring that Newton is a welcoming community to people of all backgrounds. The forum will include leaders from our community and beyond. This will be an opportunity for residents of all ages to ask questions, and join us in making Newton the most inclusive community it can be.

The discussion will be held in the War Memorial of Newton City Hall, located at 1000 Commonwealth Avenue, on Thursday, April 7th at 6:30 pm.

Free Performance for Kids – Bonaparte

Bonaparte’s dazzling, interactive style of magic has captured the hearts and provoked the laughter of thousands of children and adults around the world. His award-winning family magic show features astounding magic, hilarious comedy, oodles of audience participation and the dramatic appearance of his adorable furry and feathered friends – ‘Whiskers’ the Bunny and ‘Snow’ the beautiful fluttering, white dove.

For information, please visit www.newtoncommunitypride.org.

March 26th, 2:00 pm
Newton Cultural Center, City Hall, 1000 Commonwealth Avenue

Newton Heartbreak Hill Road Race & Walk

It already feels like Spring outside, so it’s time to start dusting off those running (or walking) shoes! The 24th annual Heartbreak Hill Road Race and Family Walk is a perfect way to shake off some of that cabin fever! Every runner receives an official digital-clock time, a race medallion, goody bag and a free ticket to the pre-race pasta party at Newton City Hall on April 16th. The 1st, 2nd & 3rd place runners in each category win a trophy. The first 500 registrations receive a free t-shirt.

There are free activities for kids organized by the Lasell College Special Events students. Not a runner? Everyone can walk the course at 11:30. Register at www.newtoncommunitypride.org.

Sunday, April 17th, Newton City Hall

Williams Elementary Spring Auction Open!

The Williams Elementary School spring auction is running now through 20th. They have restaurants, gyms, spa items, travel, entertainment tickets, and so much more. There are over 160 items to suit every taste and budget. Your bids help fund enrichment activities for all the students at Williams including Creative Arts & Science programs, field trips, library books, technology, and more. Please have a look today at https://www.biddingforgood.com/williamspto/spring2016

3rd Grade Developmental Girls Basketball

​3rd Grade Developmental Girls Basketball Program Spring 2016

The Boston Emeralds 3rd grade program is focused on development. Through fun, competitive drills the girls will learn the basic fundamentals of dribbling, passing, shooting and footwork. There are individual drills, and drills that are done with a partner and a group. Working together, whether with a partner or a group, they will learn the importance of teamwork.

The girls will receive an official reversible Boston Emeralds practice jersey and weekly homework to reinforce the fundamentals learned during our skills sessions. To register and for more information please visit the website at bostonemeraldsbasketball.com. If you have any questions please do not hesitate to contact Michael Cassidy at 617-877-0432. Last year the program filled up fast so please don’t wait.

Public Speaking for Teens

Teens: Want to work on your confidence with public speaking? Join a four-part series that will help build communication skills and leadership, led by Lumos Debate. This program is cosponsored by the Friends of the Newton Free Library and Newton Youth Services.

This series is for grades 5-9 and when you register for this program, you are signing up for all four sessions. Wednesdays, March 30th, April 6th, 13th, and 20th, 4:00 pm, Newton Free Library 3rd Floor Rear Arc.

Summer STEM Camps for Grades 1-6!

Sylvan Learning’s Summer STEM Camps for Grades 1-6! Check out the Robotics/Coding Camps in July and August starting at $225 per week. To learn more, please click here: http://www.sylvanlearning.com/edge/sylvan-edge-camps

​Contact Korina Martin to sign up your children for a summer of learning and fun! She can b reached at 617-264-4150 or Sylvan.Brookline@sylvanlearning.com.

Planning for the Cove Playground

The Newton Parks & Recreation Department and the Auburndale Playground Working Group would like to invite the Auburndale community to attend an informational meeting highlighting the exciting projects happening at the Auburndale Cove this spring, including the rebuilding of the Cove playground.

Come see the plans and find out how you can get involved. The meeting will take place March 24th at 7:30 pm at the Auburndale Community Library. If you have any questions, please contact Stephanie Lapham at slapham@newtonma.gov.