Category Archives: Elementary Schools

Ski Vermont Fifth Grade Passport

Ski Vermont is a program provided by the Vermont Ski Areas Association that enables 5th graders to get free lift tickets to Vermont ski resorts is being expanded this year to 6th graders, as well.

Ski Vermont 5th Grade Passport for the 21/22 season is now available for purchase. Ski Vermont will be extending the Fifth Grade Passport for the 2021-2022 season to Sixth Graders since we were unable to offer the program last winter due to COVID restrictions. Proof of grade is required for all participants. 

Starting this year all Ski Vermont Fifth Grade Passports will be issued digitally and sold through Ski Vermont’s Pass Portal. No physical product will be mailed. All applications will be reviewed and approved before a passport can be issued. Approval takes approximately 2-3 business days (processing M-F).

Purchase online https://skivermont.com/fifth-grade-passport   or at skivermont.com under our programs.

Newton Youth Lacrosse 2022 Spring Registration is Open

Newton Girls Lacrosse 2022 season registration is now open and closes on 1/15/2022. CLICK HERE [http://www.newtonyouthlacrosse.com/Registration/Default.asp?n=37305&org=newtonyouthlacrosse.com] to register.

Newton Youth Lacrosse is dedicated to providing Newton boys and their families a community based developmental lacrosse program.  We encourage boys at all ages, regardless of experience, to join the program and learn lacrosse while meeting new friends, being active and competing.  

The program delivers a fun, safe and inclusive youth sport environment.

Please visit the website at NewtonYouthLacrosse.com to register and learn more.

TEAMS

Our program offers ‘Classic’ teams for grades 1-8 that will play against surrounding towns.  As the season gets a bit closer to starting, we will also offer additional select team opportunities for boys in grades 5-8.

PRACTICES and GAMES

Practices start in March and end in June.

Games are played on Sundays typically beginning in early April for grades 3-8 (grades 1-2 typically start games a 2-3 weeks later)

Newton Youth Lacrosse 2022 Spring Registration is Open

Newton Girls Lacrosse 2022 season registration is now open and closes on 1/15/2022. CLICK HERE [http://www.newtonyouthlacrosse.com/Registration/Default.asp?n=37305&org=newtonyouthlacrosse.com] to register.

Newton Youth Lacrosse is dedicated to providing Newton boys and their families a community based developmental lacrosse program.  We encourage boys at all ages, regardless of experience, to join the program and learn lacrosse while meeting new friends, being active and competing.  

The program delivers a fun, safe and inclusive youth sport environment.

Please visit the website at NewtonYouthLacrosse.com to register and learn more.

TEAMS

Our program offers ‘Classic’ teams for grades 1-8 that will play against surrounding towns.  As the season gets a bit closer to starting, we will also offer additional select team opportunities for boys in grades 5-8.

PRACTICES and GAMES

Practices start in March and end in June.

Games are played on Sundays typically beginning in early April for grades 3-8 (grades 1-2 typically start games a 2-3 weeks later)

VOICES Boston – Children’s Choir – 2021-2022 Season

Do you have a child that loves to sing and perform? Join VOICES Boston children’s choir for our 2021-2022 season! VOICES Boston focuses primarily on singing and music literacy, with an added emphasis on dance technique and drama performance. VOICES Boston empowers the youth of the Boston area with a performing arts education that develops confidence, discipline, leadership, and a love of music that will last a lifetime.

We have ensembles for singers grades K-8 and rehearse at First Parish in Brookline, MA. VOICES Boston singers perform a wide range of repertoire, from classical to world music, musical theatre to pop, and even present an opera/musical each year.

If you would like to sign up your singer for VOICES Boston or have any questions please contact Emily Vincent at office@voicesboston.org. For more detailed information about our past performances, staff, curriculum and more visit our website at www.voicesboston.org.

Newton Girls Lacrosse – registration now open!

Register at www.newtongirlslacrosse.com by 1/4/22 for grades 3-8 and 3/1/22 for grades 1-2. A quick summary of important details. More details can be found through the registration process.


Spring 2022 Season:

Grades 3/4, 5/6, 7/8

  • Practices: plan on practicing on Mondays and Wednesdays at Weeks Field from 6-7 pm April 4 through April 20; then from 6-7:15pm from April 25 through June 8
  • Optional practices during April break and no practice on Memorial Day
  • Indoor March practices at the Edge in Bedford (for grades 3/4: 3/23, 3/27 and 3/28; for grades 5/6: 3/21, 3/28, 3/29; for grades 7/8: 3/21, 3/28, 3/29
  • Games will be on Sundays from mid-morning through late afternoon (dates include: 4/3, 4/10, 4/24, 5/1, 5/8, 5/15, 5/22, 6/5, 6/12)
  • Registration deadline: 1/4/22
  • Cost (grades 3/4: $200; grades 5/6 and 7/8: $220; financial assistance is available)

Grades 1/2

  • Practices: plan on practicing on Wednesdays at Weeks Field from 6-7 pm and on Sunday mornings from April 6 through June 8
  • Optional practices during April break and no practice on Memorial Day
  • Indoor March practices at the Edge in Bedford on 3/27 and 3/28
  • Registration deadline: 3/1/22
  • Cost: $100 (financial assistance is available)

Winter Clinic:WInter clinic will be offered on Sundays (1/9, 1/23, 1/30, 2/6, 2/13, and 2/27) at the Edge in Bedford; grades 1-4 from 10-11am; grades 5-8 from 11-12pm; cost $120 (financial assistance is available)

Newton South Indoor Lacrosse Clinic

Get ready for spring with a winter lacrosse clinic run by Newton South! A great way to build skills and have some winter fun at a great price. Open to grades 4-8, the sessions are run by Newton South coaches and upper-class team members. Proceeds support the NSHS Lacrosse team. Sign up today!

WHEN: Sunday mornings: 9:00 – 10:30 am 

Dates: January 30, February 6,13 & 27 and March 6 & 13

WHERE: Newton South High School Field House, 140 Brandeis Rd., Newton, MA

Price: $125 

RegistrationClick here to register or use the QR code on the attached flyer.

Questions? Contact Coach Briggs
Let’s Go! 

Newton Youth Lacrosse Registration

Spring 2022 Registration is NOW OPEN for NEWTON YOUTH LACROSSE, available to boys in grades 1 – 8 who live in Newton or attend a school in Newton.  This program gives the players an opportunity to learn the game of lacrosse while having a great time doing it.  At all times, we promote good sportsmanship and mentorship within the different grade levels to provide a healthy environment to learn.  Further, we attempt evenly balanced teams, equal playing time, and welcome NEW players at any time along the way.  Learn more at www.newtonyouthlacrosse.com or Register Here.

Green Open House at Underwood

Learn all about GREENing your school! Help make your school more Earth-friendly! 

NPS educators, students, and families from all Newton elementary and middle schools are welcome. Please dress warm and join us in the front of Underwood on December 1st at 3:30. For more information, contact Underwood Green Team Advisor, Andy Gluck: [email protected]

Wednesday, December 1, 3:30-4:00pm
Underwood Elementary School
101 Vernon St – Newton Corner

More information and flyer at: Green Newton School Connections

Research on STEM Learning (Boston University)

Hi all! Amanda and Sona are doctoral students working on research for their dissertations and would love for you and your children to be involved! ?

Fill out this form if you are interested: https://forms.gle/TrpNj35k5bktUtYK6?

For this work, we will play two quick (10-15 minute) games with your child online. In return, you will receive an Amazon gift card. If you have any questions, please email [email protected].

Upcoming SEPAC Events – Please Spread the Word!

Newton SEPAC Open Board MeetingTuesday, Nov. 16, 7-9pmVirtual Only:  https://us02web.zoom.us/j/86332072544Agenda will be posted at www.newtonpac.org/meetingsNewton SEPAC Family Survey
Click HERE and let us know your thoughts!

Presentation: Coordinating Your Special Needs Financial & Estate PlanningThursday, Nov. 18, 1-2pmClick HERE for more info, and to register.
Presentation Series: IEP for the Home (4-Parts, daytime and evening sessions available)
Click HERE for more info, and to register.

Module 1 (Building Positive Relationships): Nov. 17, 7-8:30pm & Dec. 2, 9-10:30am

Module 2 (Sleep): Dec. 15, 7-8:30pm & Jan. 6, 9-10:30am

Module 3 (Eating): TBD

Module 4 (Schedule of Privileges and Routines): TBD