Category Archives: Summer

18th annual Teen Summer Expo will be 2/6

Posted on January 22, 2023 by Newton PTO Council in Community Notes, High Schools, Middle Schools, Summer

PLAN YOUR TEEN’S PERFECT SUMMER  – The 18th annual Teen Summer Expo will be Monday, February 6 at Newton South High School, 5:30-8:00pm in the cafeteria. Meet with directors of a curated group of meaningful summer enrichment programs for kids ages 12-18. Options for every interest and budget. FREE and OPEN TO ALL.  Pre-Register at www.TeenSummerExpos.com and share with friends onFacebook. 

PLAN YOUR TEEN’S PERFECT SUMMER

Posted on January 8, 2023 by Newton PTO Council in Community Notes, High Schools, Middle Schools, Summer

PLAN YOUR TEEN’S PERFECT SUMMER  – The 18th annual Teen Summer Expo will be Monday, February 6 at Newton South High School, 5:30-8:00pm in the cafeteria. Meet with directors of a curated group of meaningful summer enrichment programs for kids ages 12-18. Options for every interest and budget. FREE and OPEN TO ALL.  Pre-Register at www.TeenSummerExpos.com and share with friends on Facebook.   

City of Newton Camp and Summer Program Fair

Posted on January 8, 2023 by Newton PTO Council in Community Notes, From The City of Newton, Summer

City of Newton Camp and Summer Program Fair is being held Sunday, January 29th from 12:00 – 3:00 at Newton North High School in the cafeteria.  See what programs are being offered by the City of Newton this summer.  Drop in anytime between 12:00 – 3:00 to talk with representatives from Newton Parks, Recreation & Culture, Newton Public Schools including Newton Community Education and Newton’s S.P.A.C.E. Camp, Heath and Human Services, and Historic Newton to learn about summer camps, summer programs, and summer resources that are offered for kids, teens and families this summer.  Information on scholarships, summer jobs, and mental health resources will also be available.

Contact Channon Ames at cames@newtonma.gov or 617-796-1529 for more information.

New England Camp Fair

Posted on October 30, 2022 by Newton PTO Council in Community Notes, Elementary Schools, Events, Middle Schools, Summer

Our 5th annual free camp fair is this Saturday, November 5th from 11am-2pm, and I was hoping you could share this with your school communities. 

In addition to meeting 25+ camps in person, attendees can enter our raffle for over $7,500 in camp gift certificates from camps like HipStitch, Summer @ BB&N, Empow, Camp Cody, and more! Every attendee gets three free raffle tickets!

The Camp Fair is in the Underwood School gym (101 Vernon Street, Newton, MA 02458) from 11am-2pm and there will be free coffee and donuts. 

Please let me know if you have any questions! I have attached our flyers here, and you can learn more at https://www.newenglandcampfair.org. 

Thank you for your support! 

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Shannon Abram
Director, New England Camp Fair and NPS mom of a 1st Grader and a 2nd Grader

Registration Available Now – Tim Mayotte Tennis Newton – Newton Parks, Recreation & Culture

Posted on April 12, 2022 by Newton PTO Council in Community Notes, From The City of Newton, Sports, Summer

Former world top ten player and Massachusetts native, Tim Mayotte, is overseeing Newton’s city-wide tennis-in-the-parks programs.

Registration is open for summer camp, after-school and weekend junior tennis programs. Beginners to advanced players – red, orange, green and yellow ball classes.

Schedules, registration: www.newtontmtennis.com.

Locations: Angier, Warren, Newton North, Newton South.

JCC Camp Kaleidoscope is hiring!

Posted on April 5, 2022 by Newton PTO Council in Community Notes, Other, School Breaks, Summer

Make a difference this summer! Camp Kaleidoscope, the JCC’s arts and science day camp in Newton, is looking for wonderful camp counselors! Applicants must be rising seniors in HS or above. For more information, go to https://www.bostonjcc.org/current-job-openings-seasonal-positions.

Inclusive Summer Day Camp – Music That Matters – Registration Open

Posted on April 4, 2022 by Newton PTO Council in Community Notes, High Schools, Middle Schools, NSHS Music, Other, School Breaks, Summer

Plugged In’s Music That Matters Summer Day Camp.  Music That Matters includes band class, songwriting, recording a song, music video, workshops, offsite events, and performance opportunities. Each session ends with a benefit concert that raises money for a charitable organization chosen by the students themselves. Students are grouped in bands by age, skill level and musical interest.

Ages: 11-18
Hours: 9:00-3:00 (extended day available)
Session 1:  July 11-22
Session 2: July 25 – August 5

Plugged In is a unique, inclusive nonprofit youth rock band program in Needham where young musicians of all levels and needs are welcome. More information and online registration can be found at www.pluggedinband.org.

Meet & Greet with Camp Kaleidoscope

Posted on December 1, 2021 by Newton PTO Council in Community Notes, Events, Summer

Meet the Camp Kaleidoscope team at the Leventhal-Sidman JCC (333 Nahanton Street) in Newton on Sunday, December 5 from 10:30am-12:30pm. Learn about performing arts, visual arts, science, sports and games and swim activities. Explore a typical day at camp, including extended day, hot lunches, transportation, financial assistance and more! Also, enjoy a guided private tour of our spaces including art rooms, rehearsal studios, gyms and pools. RSVP is required for all attendees at bostonjcc.org/meet-greet-camp-kaleidoscope. If the morning session doesn’t work for your schedule and you’d prefer to come for a private half-hour tour between 12:30 and 2:30pm, please email kaleidoscope@jccgb.org.

Do Your Part – Be Water Smart!

Posted on June 19, 2021 by Newton PTO Council in Community Notes, Education/Enrichment, Summer for , , |
A note from the City of Newton’s Health and Human Services Department. Summer is right around the corner! As we all get ready for the Fourth of July and in light of the recent drownings around the state, it’s important … Continue reading →

“Let’s Get to Work!”

Posted on June 19, 2021 by Newton PTO Council in Community Notes, Education/Enrichment, Events, Other, Summer for |
The City of Newton’s Youth Commission is sponsoring a virtual workshop “Let’s Get to Work!”. The focus of the workshop is to provide information to high school aged youth about the work available for the summer and beyond in Newton, … Continue reading →