Author Archives: PTSO CoPresident

Correct Link for PTSO Fundraiser $4000 for Class of 2021

Posted on April 9, 2021 by PTSO CoPresident in For Seniors, Midweek From the PTSO 2021

Each year, the Newton South PTSO organizes and funds SouthFest, an after-Prom celebration for all seniors and their dates at South.  While the pandemic has brought many challenges, the PTSO is focused on making this event happen for the senior … Continue reading →

SENIORS – Cap & Gown Order Update!

Posted on April 7, 2021 by PTSO CoPresident in For Seniors

ORDER DEADLINE April 16, 2021 IF YOU DO NOT NEED A CAP AND GOWN FOR ANY REASON, please let Mrs. Stonehill know as soon as possible at stonehillj@newton.k12.ma.us HOW TO ORDER A CAP AND/OR TASSEL ONLY.   REMINDER – You must drop … Continue reading →

Reminder – Cohort B and C Drop off COVID Test Swabs Tomorrow!

Posted on April 7, 2021 by PTSO CoPresident in From the PTSO

Regular testing is the only way to identify individuals who do not realize they are sick before they spread the virus to others. Why should my child participate?  Civic duty; Contribution to a healthy school environment; Preserve in-person learning; Stop … Continue reading →

Special speaker TONIGHT Mar 31st – 7:00 to 8:00 pm Author Nancy Davis Kho presents on the power of gratitude

Posted on March 31, 2021 by PTSO CoPresident in From the PTSO

The PTSO is excited to host Nancy Davis Kho, author of  THE THANK-YOU PROJECT: Cultivating Happiness One Letter of Gratitude at a Time (zoom info below). Both parents and students are invited to join this discussion about the unexpected power and lasting benefits … Continue reading →

Newton South Asian Awareness Day on March 31

Posted on March 28, 2021 by PTSO CoPresident in From the PTSO

Dear Parents/Guardians, The Newton South Asian Student Organization and the AAPI Staff Affinity Group are hosting Asian American Awareness Day, a series of webinars for students and faculty that advocates for and celebrates the diverse Asian American Pacific Islander (AAPI) … Continue reading →

April 3 Deadline Class of 2021 Senior Baby Photos

Posted on March 28, 2021 by PTSO CoPresident in For Seniors

Hello Class of 2021 Parents! We have reserved some space in this year’s yearbook for the traditional display of baby pictures of this year’s graduates, and we want to invite you to submit a photo of your graduate by this … Continue reading →

Thank You to Our Volunteers Booking Vaccine Appointments!

Posted on March 28, 2021 by PTSO CoPresident in From the PTSO

Thank you to our parent volunteers who helped 48 teachers to book their COVID-19 Vaccines this month! As of March 22, 2021 the PTSO was advised by Administration that all teachers who wanted support have been helped.  The request form … Continue reading →

Newton South Black Culture Day

Posted on March 28, 2021 by PTSO CoPresident in From the PTSO

The Black Student Union organized a series of webinars on March 10, 2021. Newton South students and faculty had the opportunity to sign up for a series of webinars to learn more about the experiences and triumphs of Black Americans … Continue reading →

Good News! Opt-in to Asymptomatic COVID-19 Testing at Newton South

Posted on March 26, 2021 by PTSO CoPresident in From the PTSO

Some Good News! Newton Public School’s partnership with JCM to provide Asymptomatic COVID-19 Testing at South started on March 8th.  In the first two weeks of Newton’s new FREE asymptomatic COVID-19 testing program, Newton high school students took 1,519 tests … Continue reading →

Coffee, Seltzer & Soda for Staff Appreciation Luncheon on March 24

Posted on March 22, 2021 by PTSO CoPresident in Midweek From the PTSO 2021

Thank you to everyone who has donated to support our PTSO Staff Appreciation Luncheon on Wednesday, March 24! We would love to have plenty of beverage options for our teachers and staff to support their full-day professional development schedule.  Please … Continue reading →