Category Archives: From the PTSO

Update on AP Exams

Posted on March 13, 2021 by Michelle Wetlaufer in For Seniors, From the PTSO

Please see the update below on AP Exams schedule at NSHS.  Any questions, please contact Mrs. Price at pricem@newton.k12.ma.us

Mrs. Price will submit the AP exam order to the College Board this Friday, March 12, 2021.

All students should log on to their College Board account before this Thursday, March 11, 2021, and check that he/she can see the exams for which you have registered. If there is a problem, please contact Mrs. Price. 

The only students who can test with accommodations are those who have been approved by the College Board. If you have been approved, the College Board has assigned a Services for Students with Disabilities (SSD) number to the student. s.

Students can receive a complete refund for his/her AP exams by logging on to his/her Total Registration account and requesting a refund. The deadline is May 2, 2021, at 6:00 p.m. Starting May 3, 2021, refunds for AP exams will not be available. If you have a question about this, please contact Mrs. Price pricem@newton.k12.ma.us

 

Info on COVID Testing at South

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

1. COVID Pool Testing Q & A Webinar

For anyone that missed the Q & A webinar from March 4, please click here for the link to the district page that contains the video and slide presentation.

2. COVID pool testing starts on March 8 for in-person and distance students who are athletes or are regular participants in activities in the building 

a) If you haven’t done so already, fill out the consent form (using parent portal) on Aspen.

b) As long as you consent on Aspen by 8pm Sunday evening, you will be added into the JCM testing website by our data team in time for Monday morning’s test (Cohort A and C). Steps for logging in to the testing site will be shared with hybrid A, B and C students on Sunday evening.

PTSO has provided a webpage with information on any updates on COVID-19 Health & Safety for NSHS.  Click to view https://newtonsouthptso.org/frequently-asked-questions/health-safety/

2021-2022 Course Registration

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

2021-22 Course Registration

Next week, teachers should be having conversations with 9th, 10th and 11th grade students regarding course recommendations for next year. In the following weeks, the online program of studies will be finalized, teachers will enter recommendations in Aspen, students will have the opportunity to enter electives in Aspen, and counselors will be meeting with students to talk about course balance and to help advise and guide the process. Much more information, including a specific timeline, will be shared with families in the next week or two.

Mid Term Comments Available March 10th

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

Midterm comments will be posted on Aspen by 5:00pm on Wednesday, March 10th.

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.

South Stage Presents Lia’s Love Story March 12 & 13 7:30p

Posted on March 6, 2021 by Michelle Wetlaufer in From the PTSO
Newton South Stage Presents Lia’s Love Story March 12 & 13 at 7:30 Lia has a bit of a rom-com addiction. She watches so many, she starts to imagine that her life is like one. Lia can’t wait for her romantic kiss in the rain with the handsome leading man…or maybe it’s a leading woman?  Written and directed by Valerie Goldstein ’21.  Livestream at SouthStage.org.

 

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.

South Parents and Guardians, the PTSO Needs You!

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

Newton South PTSO needs two volunteers to be co-presidents for 2021-2022 and transition planning is starting now. If you’re passionate about making Newton South a great community for our students, consider taking on one of these leadership roles. The focus of the PTSO co-presidents is about enriching our children’s experience, community building and communication, not fundraising. Familiarity of NPS and Newton South is helpful, but not essential. 

 Next year seems far away, but the changeover of roles will start this spring with the current President, May Chiu.  As co-presidents, you will partner closely with South’s new principal and the administrative team to ensure the PTSO initiatives that support our faculty, staff, and students are fun and successful.  After this difficult year, the PTSO’s strategies will be more important than ever.

Email May at info@newtonsouthPTSO.org to learn more.

No School, Wed, March 24

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

Reminder: No school on 3/24 as it is the final professional development day of the year for staff.