Category Archives: For Seniors

Time to Order Caps & Gowns for Graduation!

Posted on March 11, 2021 by PTSO CoPresident in For Seniors

Hello families of the CLASS OF 2021!

Save-the-Date June 10, 2021.  Time and schedule will be announced by South as soon as they are available.

IT’S TIME TO ORDER  YOUR CAP & GOWN FOR GRADUATION!  All orders must be received by APRIL 16, 2021.   If you have any questions, please contact Julie Stonehill at stonehillj@newton.k12.ma.us

Please see this Memo for detailed order instructions. and deadlines.

  1. You must create a MySchoolBucks account if you do not have one already, to complete the order form and payment. See MySchoolBucks instructions here.
  2. Download and complete the South CapGown Measurement Form.

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

Order Forms must be returned by April 16, 2021. 

  • Forms and receipts can be dropped off at school for those students who are attending in-person.
  • All other student forms should be mailed in to be received by April 16, 2021 to:

Julie Stonehill
Goldrick House
Newton South High School
140 Brandeis Road
Newton Centre, MA 02459

 

AP Exams Schedule

Posted on March 6, 2021 by Michelle Wetlaufer in For Juniors, For Seniors, From the PTSO

The 2021 AP exam dates are scheduled and the dates are below for in-building, submission and online exams. Please note multiple options (In building and online) for some exams.  If you have any questions, please contact Mrs. Price at pricem@newton.k12.ma.us

IN-BUILDING EXAMS:

  • Monday, May 3             1:40            Physics C: E and M 
  • Wednesday, May 5     11:40           Japanese
  • Monday, May 10.          7:40.          French
  • Tuesday, May 11.         7:40.            Spanish
  • Wednesday, May 12   11:40.           Music Theory
  • Friday, May 14.            11:40           Chinese
  • Monday, May 24         7:40             Calculus AB and BC
  • Monday, May 24        11:40            Physics 1: Algebra-Based
  • Monday, May 24        11:40            Physics C: Mechanics
  • Tuesday, May 25.          7:40.          Chemistry
  • Tuesday, May 25.          7:40.          Physics C: E and M
  • Tuesday, May 25.        11:40.          Statistics

IMPORTANT NOTE: For all in-building exams, students are required to wear masks during the recorded, speaking sections of language and music exams.

SUBMISSION EXAMS:

Thursday, May 20.    Art and Computer Science Principles

ONLINE EXAMS:

  • Tuesday, May 18.            11:30           English Literature
  • Tuesday, May 18.             3:30            Computer Science A
  • Wednesday, May 19.       11:30           European History
  • Wednesday, May 19.       11:30           US History
  • Wednesday, May 19         3:30            Macroeconomics
  • Thursday, May 20.            11:30          US Gov and Politics
  • Thursday, May 20.            11:30          World History
  • Thursday, May 20.              3:30          Psychology
  • Wednesday, May 26.         11:30         English Language
  • Wednesday, May 26            3:30         Computer Science Principles
  • Thursday, May 27.             11:30         Biology
  • Thursday, May 27.               3:30         Environmental Science
  • Friday, May 28                    11:30         Comparative Gov
  • Friday, May 28.                   11:30         Human Geography
  • Friday, May 28                      3:30.        Microeconomics
  • Wednesday, June 9.           11:30         Calculus AB/BC
  • Wednesday, June 9.             3:30.       Physics 1: Algebra-Based
  • Wednesday, June 9.             3:30.       Physics C: Mechanics
  • Thursday, June 10              11:30         Chemistry
  • Thursday, June 10              11:30         Physics C: E and M
  • Thursday, June 10                3:30        Statistics

NOTE: The times above are the login times, as the College Board requires students to check in 30 minutes prior to the actual start of the exam.

2021 Graduation Date

Posted on March 6, 2021 by Michelle Wetlaufer in For Seniors, From the PTSO

Mark the date.

A graduation date has been set for June 10, 2021. The actual number of ceremonies and times will depend on state guidelines.  The South Administration will post updates when details are available.

Senior Events – Prom & SouthFest Update

Posted on March 6, 2021 by Michelle Wetlaufer in For Seniors, From the PTSO

The South Administration team will soon be announcing a date for the Senior Prom.  SouthFest will follow immediately after the Prom on the same day.  In the meantime, planning has begun and many thanks to those who participated in the PTSO brainstorming session on March 2, 2021.  The next meeting will be scheduled later this month as soon as the event date is confirmed from the South Administration.

Thank you to the parent volunteers who are getting preliminary information on outdoor venues listed below.  Any questions, please contact info@newtonsouthPTSO.org.

SouthFest Brainstorm Summary:

  1. Propose Event on May 20, 2021 – “21 Days to Graduation Countdown Ceremony” to honor our Class of 2021.  The PTSO would sponsor 1 or 2 Food trucks for Seniors for lunch.  Propose to do Live Word Cloud to capture “high school experience” and maybe use results to create a t-shirt for the class of 2021.
  2. Follow up with Parks/Rec on field availability and AD Gonzales once date is set by Administration for Prom.  SouthFest will immediately follow Prom ends on same day.  Discussing on use of Stadium, Baseball Field, Soccer Fields between South and Brown/Oakhill.
  3. Follow up with estimating Tent costs, generators and dancefloor.
  4. Continue research on outdoor venues (The Lawn on the D, Lookout Farm, the Gore Place, Larz Anderson and deCordova).
  5. SouthFest Activities ideas include: Laser tag, Mini golf, Kahoot game, Performances & activity – hula dancing, Performances – magic show, Trivia game, Carnival games/stations, Corn hole, Spike ball, Obstacle course, Slideshow of Class 2021 submitted by student.
  6. Food trucks and picnic area to allow small group gatherings.
  7. Logistics with social distancing, security details, signups TBD

Class officers will be conducting survey to assess interest in SouthFest activities above.  Our next step is to get feedback on March 12 from Class officers and adviser on the idea of a “21 Day Countdown Event”and SouthFest activities ideas, so the PTSO and class officers can follow up on costs and planning on activities based on MA guidelines on gatherings (As of 3/22 will be 100 indoors and 150 outdoors at public venues.)   Signups to support planning will be posted soon.   Questions, please contact info@newtonsouthPTSO.org.

Parking Lottery Round 2 Due Jan 30th

Posted on January 28, 2021 by PTSO CoPresident in For Juniors, For Seniors

Round 2 Parking Lottery is open to all enrolled Junior and Seniors at South.

The deadline is SATURDAY – JANUARY 30, 2021 by 11:59pm.   There will be no exceptions if the form is received after the deadline.

Click to complete the lottery form at https://forms.gle/paKgUMGiGJ8JVSiE6

Note the form/entry will NOT BE ACCEPTED if you are MISSING ANY INFORMATION or DOCUMENTATION below!  There are NO EXCEPTIONS to these rules.

We are UNABLE to make MEDICAL EXCEPTIONS through the lottery due to the high number of requests and limited spots.

Spots/Recipients will be announced on SUNDAY, January 31.  Winners will need to pay the pay the $75 fee for parking, via My School Bucks (more detailed information will be provided when invoices are available).  If that invoice is unpaid when released, the spot will be revoked and given to the next student on the waitlist!  AT THIS TIME, there is no payment needed, but it will come shortly!  *Note about the $75 fee.  This fee goes directly to the City of Newton.  It is mirroring the bus fee, so that transportation to school is more equitable.

Please note that NO STUDENTS may park in ANY white lined spaces on campus. You will be towed!

Mx. Tori Parker
~ Coordinator of Student Affairs and Restorative Practices
~ Department Chair of: EL, Campus Aides, and Library

Dec 31 Deadline Diploma Name Verification Inbox

Posted on December 5, 2020 by Aparna Singamsetty in For Seniors

Hello, Senior Class!

Many of you may have seen my name on emails regarding your transcripts and Naviance.  I hope your plans for after graduation are falling into place!

This time, I am emailing you about pre-graduation business.  I am the one who sends the student information to the printer for your diploma.  I usually spend December and January confirming the spelling of every senior’s name.  That is proving to be tricky this year, due to the pandemic, so, here is this year’s plan.

Please:

  1. Go on ASPEN and confirm the spelling of your first, middle and last names; and
  2. Complete this Google Form to confirm the spelling of your full name.

Confirmations are due no later than December 31, 2020. All change requests will be confirmed via email to the student, and to the student’s parent/guardian.  Thank you for completing this form as soon as possible.  The earlier we can submit names to the printer, the more likely we will be to get our diplomas on time.

Thank you!

Sincerely,
Marguerite Monahan, Registrar
617.559.6511
Pronouns I use: she, her and hers

Dec. 5 and Dec. 12 are the last days for NSHS Senior Portraits

Posted on November 29, 2020 by Michelle Wetlaufer in For Seniors, From the PTSO

Just a quick note: The last two days to get your photograph taken for inclusion in this year’s yearbook are Dec. 5 and Dec. 12. If you haven’t had a portrait taken already, make an appointment today at prestigeportraits.com. 

You’ll need the access code that Prestige mailed to you. Just email me at baronb@newton.k12.ma.us if you don’t have that code for whatever reason and I can give it to you.
Thanks!
Best,

Brian Baron

Seniors: 1st term report cards available now

Posted on November 14, 2020 by Michelle Wetlaufer in For Seniors, From the PTSO

This past Friday afternoon, first term report cards were released for Seniors. Please review grades carefully and notify counselors if there are any errors or concerns. Students must notify their counselor of any problems by the end of the day on Wednesday, November 18. Beginning on Thursday, first term grades will be sent to admissions offices to add to students’ application files. Please contact your counselor if you have any questions.

Senior Outdoor Cooperative

Posted on November 8, 2020 by Aparna Singamsetty in For Seniors, From the PTSO

Dear Newton South Senior Parents/Guardians,

PTSO wanted to let you know of a new program created by our Newton South teachers to support our Seniors.

Newton South Teachers Eliza Tyack, Alan Reinstein and Dave Weintraub have organized a new program called the Senior Outdoor Cooperative, which aims to bring together Newton South faculty and seniors outdoors in ways that are safely socially distanced and yet still provide opportunities for meaningful connection, discovery, and togetherness during a remote school year.  About 200 hundred seniors have signed up to participate at some point.

As of Sunday, November 8th, the Cooperative has led the first batch of five expeditions ranging from affinity group meet-ups at Chestnut Hill Reservoir to ambitious hikes to Mt. Monadnock hike with about twenty other seniors.

December 12 ACT at Newton North

Posted on November 8, 2020 by Aparna Singamsetty in For Juniors, For Seniors, From the PTSO

Dear Seniors & Juniors and Families,

We have recently confirmed an additional “unlisted” ACT administration at Newton North on 12/12/2020 with capacity for 360 test takers.

This test administration is private to only Newton High School students and therefore it will not be listed on the ACT website. To register for this test, will need to use the test center code provided below, which will not be viewable to the general public. The ACT registration system defaults to search by zip code, then the students will need to click on change location and enter the test center code in the box on the right to view the site for the 12/12/20 date.

The test center code is 235020

To assist you with your registration, please watch this screencastify: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1ydKhQzR3-sR_2CEGuHGFYYeXLrUeOf9F/view

When creating your ACT profile, please be sure to enter the NSHS school code of 221-548 so that the ACT coordinator at Newton North can confirm that you are an NPS student.

Additional spring 2021 testing opportunities at Newton South (SAT) and Newton North (ACT) can be found at www.collegeboard.org or www.act.org respectively