Author Archives: Julie Vasil

Don’t forget to check Gmail and Schoology

Posted on October 18, 2020 by Julie Vasil in From the PTSO

Please remind your child(ren) to check their school Gmail and Schoology accounts on a regular basis (even weekly) to ensure they receive the communication from teachers, counselors and school staff. The school Gmail accounts are restricted outside of NPS.  They … Continue reading →

LigerBots’ Robotics Mentorships

Posted on October 18, 2020 by Julie Vasil in From the PTSO

High schoolers, sign up to be a mentor for the Awesome Mentorship Project (AMP)! The LigerBots, the Newton high schools combined robotics team, have started a free online mentor/tutoring program this fall in order to offer more support to elementary … Continue reading →

Debate Team Meeting Tues. Sept 22 at 7PM

Posted on September 20, 2020 by Julie Vasil in From the PTSO

We are looking forward to meeting new members and can’t wait to start the season! If you want to find out more, we would love to host you at our opening meeting on September 22nd at 7PM!  You can also … Continue reading →

Model United Nation Club Sign-up

Posted on September 20, 2020 by Julie Vasil in From the PTSO

Be a part of Newton South’s Model United Nations Club this year! Sign up here! Model UN is an academically stimulating simulation of the United Nations, where students present and debate economic, social issues, and international politics with other students … Continue reading →

No classes on 9/25 and 10/2

Posted on September 20, 2020 by Julie Vasil in From the PTSO

1. There will be NO classes on Friday, 9/25. Instead, there will be a virtual “live” club fair for students during this day. This event will give all students, and especially our ninth graders and new students, an opportunity to connect … Continue reading →

SENIORS: College Essay Writing Zoom Session Wed 9/23 7p

Posted on September 20, 2020 by Julie Vasil in From the PTSO

“Tell Your Story: Crafting Great College Admissions Essays” September 23, 2020 at 7:00 PM ET  On this Zoom episode, college-bound students (and parents) will learn: What NOT to do in researching or writing an essay Why essays are even more … Continue reading →

Newtones A Cappella Auditions

Posted on September 20, 2020 by Julie Vasil in From the PTSO

NSHS’s a cappella group, The Newtones, is a student-run, award-winning group that is super excited to announce auditions for the 2020-2021 school year. Despite the fact that everything will be running pretty differently this year, the group has been working … Continue reading →

Science Team New Member Info

Posted on September 20, 2020 by Julie Vasil in From the PTSO

Newton South’s Science Team is an award-winning varsity academic team that focuses on various science competitions such as Science Olympiad and Environthon. The team gives members the opportunity to learn about science outside of the classroom and interact with others … Continue reading →

NSHS Families Organizing for Racial Justice Welcome Night – Monday, 10/5 7pm

Posted on September 20, 2020 by Julie Vasil in From the PTSO

Newton South Families Organizing for Racial Justice (FORJ) is a growing group of parents, guardians, teachers, students, and administrators at NSHS who work together to promote antiracist initiatives, inclusion of all families, and an atmosphere of safety, equity, and inclusion … Continue reading →

South Stage Freshman Play Information

Posted on September 14, 2020 by Julie Vasil in For Freshmen, From the PTSO

Be a part of the Annual South Stage Frosh Play. No cuts.  Everyone gets a speaking role. The primary goal the Frosh Play is to introduce freshmen to high school theatre and help them make connections with each other and with the … Continue reading →