Category Archives: Other

Safer Teachers, Safer Students: K-12 Back to School Testing Collaborative

Posted on September 6, 2020 by Newton PTO Council in Advertisements, Community Notes, Other for , , |
A group of physician/scientist parents from Newton have been working together with several neighboring towns to develop a Covid surveillance testing program. Surveillance testing is a supplement to school reopening public health measures such as hand washing, face coverings and … Continue reading →

Parenting at an even more challenging time – Free Webinar

Posted on August 30, 2020 by Newton PTO Council in Community Notes, Education/Enrichment, elem mid high, Events, Other

What’s Happening at the West Suburban YMCA

Posted on August 30, 2020 by Newton PTO Council in Advertisements, Community Notes, Education/Enrichment, Other, School Breaks, Sports for , , |
The West Suburban YMCA is Hiring! The Y has an immediate need for Youth Group Leaders for the Fall 2020 Out of School Time program. Youth Group Leaders will provide academic support and facilitate enrichment opportunities for K-8 students enrolled … Continue reading →

Thank Covid-19 Heroes

Posted on August 23, 2020 by Newton PTO Council in Community Notes, Education/Enrichment, Other for , , |
Newton residents may receive a free Thank You Covid-19 Heroes lawn sign. The Thank Covid-10 Heroes group has partnered with Village Bank to raise money for Newton Wellesley Hospital-Covid-19 Fund Newton Covid-19 Care Fund Newton Food Pantry Help these important … Continue reading →

Get a no-cost energy assessment

Posted on August 23, 2020 by Newton PTO Council in Community Notes, Education/Enrichment, Other for , , |
Until September 30th, homeowners can get 100% off the cost of a Mass Save approved home insulation project after having a virtual no-cost energy audit using a smartphone to take photos of some areas of your home. In addition to … Continue reading →

Volunteer Positions Available at the Newton Food Pantry

Posted on August 16, 2020 by Newton PTO Council in Community Notes, Education/Enrichment, Other for , , |
Volunteers are currently needed for the following positions at the NFP (Must be 18 years or older for all positions): Monday AM Volunteer (75 minute shift): Working within a small team, volunteer in this role must be physically fit and … Continue reading →

An active and socially distant service opportunity

Posted on August 16, 2020 by Newton PTO Council in Community Notes, Education/Enrichment, Other, Sports for , , |
Are you looking for an active and socially distant service opportunity for your family? Join the Centre Street Food Pantry’s ‘Off the Beaten Path’ campaign! They’re looking for families who like to bike, swim, walk, or run. For every mile … Continue reading →

Green Students Movement

Posted on August 16, 2020 by Newton PTO Council in Community Notes, Education/Enrichment, Events, Other for , |
Join a youth-led, environmentalist organization that hosts weekly community cleanups! Their goals are to spread environmental awareness, serve local communities, and get more students passionate about the environment. Cleanups are open to all students who want to help with the … Continue reading →

Save the date for this Free webinar

Posted on August 16, 2020 by Newton PTO Council in Community Notes, Education/Enrichment, Events, Other for , |
Families for Depression Awareness is presenting the free Navigating Teen Depression and Substance Use as a Family webinar next month. In this webinar, David Blair LCSW, CACIII, AAMFT, and Jamie Blair Echevarria, LCSW, LMFT, CACIII, will cover how caring adults … Continue reading →

Come to camp all year round with BJEP

Posted on August 16, 2020 by Newton PTO Council in Advertisements, Community Notes, Education/Enrichment, Events, Other for , |
The Newton community is invited to meet new Community Director, Rabbi Myra Meskin, learn about an independent Jewish Sunday school for Grades K-7 located (and eventually back) on the Brandeis campus, and take part in a short family program. Join … Continue reading →