Category Archives: Middle Schools

Newton Youth Lacrosse 2022 Spring Registration is Open

Posted on December 10, 2021 by Newton PTO Council in Community Notes, Elementary Schools, Middle Schools, Sports

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

Posted on December 1, 2021 by Newton PTO Council in Community Notes, Elementary Schools, Middle Schools, NSHS Music

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!

Posted on November 28, 2021 by Newton PTO Council in Community Notes, Elementary Schools, Middle Schools, Sports

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

Posted on November 23, 2021 by Newton PTO Council in Community Notes, Elementary Schools, Middle Schools, Newton Public Schools, Sports

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 

Registration: Click here to register or use the QR code on the attached flyer.

Questions? Contact Coach Briggs
Let’s Go! 

Newton Youth Lacrosse Registration

Posted on November 22, 2021 by Newton PTO Council in Community Notes, Elementary Schools, Middle Schools, Sports

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

Posted on November 21, 2021 by Newton PTO Council in Community Notes, Education/Enrichment, Elementary Schools, Events, High Schools, Middle Schools, Newton Public Schools

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

Upcoming SEPAC Events – Please Spread the Word!

Posted on November 9, 2021 by Newton PTO Council in Community Notes, Education/Enrichment, Elementary Schools, Events, High Schools, Middle Schools, Other

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

Understanding Depression in Tweens & Teens

Posted on October 22, 2021 by Newton PTO Council in Community Notes, From The City of Newton, High Schools, Middle Schools, Upcoming Events

City of Newton, Health & Human Services and Families for Depression Awareness are hosting an upcoming virtual program titled “Understanding Depression in Tweens & Teens” offered in parentship with Families for Depression Awareness on Thursday, November 18 from 6:30 – 8:00 p.m.   The program will be facilitated by Families for Depression Awareness and delivered by a licensed mental health professional.   Families and caregivers will learn how to recognize depression in teens, get teens to help and find treatment, communicate effectively with teens about depression, and access community resources.

Voice Lessons – Get the Best from Your Voice!

Posted on October 13, 2021 by Newton PTO Council in Community Notes, High Schools, Middle Schools, NSHS Music

Is your teen be participating in choir or theater this school year? Teens can strengthen their voices and performance skills! With a focus on healthy singing and versatility, voice lessons can improve pitch, range, coordination and confidence. Sunday lesson availability and flexible scheduling for busy students and families


Contact Jacqueline Novikov at [email protected] and learn more at jacquelinenovikov.com.

Middle School Hockey – registration now open

Posted on October 7, 2021 by Newton PTO Council in Community Notes, Middle Schools, Sports

Newton Youth Hockey has opened registration for its Co-ed Middle School Hockey program. These are games-only teams open to any Newton resident in 6th, 7th, or 8th grade. Participants do not need to attend a Newton school, nor do they need to be current Newton Youth Hockey players. Games are played on weekend evenings, and the season runs from December to February. For more information, please see www.newtonyouthhockey.com or email [email protected].