Category Archives: From the PTSO

2021-22 Course Registration Update

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

The teacher window for entering course recommendations for students in Aspen will begin on Monday, 3/15 and we anticipate it will continue through Wednesday, 3/24, with the tentative date that students will be able to access Aspen for choosing electives on Thursday, 3/25. At that time, counselors will also begin meeting with students to discuss the recommendations and offer guidance and advice on a balanced course load.

Our Program of Studies editing and graphics team is working hard to try to complete the POS and post it onto the South website by the end of next week or early in the week of 3/22. The registration process details, including instructions on how students choose electives on Aspen, will also be shared with students and families at that time.

Cisco Summer Externship for 2021

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

The Cisco summer externship is a fantastic experience open to any senior or rising senior.  Cisco has twice (!) been ranked as the #1 place to work in the world and this competitive program is a fantastic opportunity to learn about our Conscious Culture and what makes Cisco unique.

The summer externship is a 2 week, 100% virtual opportunity to learn about Cisco, Cybersecurity, design thinking, personal branding, and the Internet of Things (IoT).  We are accepting applications through April 4th.

Students must:

  • Have a 3.0 GPA (weighted or unweighted)
  • Graduating in 2021 or 2022
  • Demonstrable interest in business and/or technology
  • Ability to work virtually Monday through Friday

Students can apply at:  https://app.smartsheet.com/b/form/fb5cd652154545afb5d02ab74fbbd9d3

For any questions, please feel free to reach out to me at stfriede@cisco.com

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UNESCO Program Virtual Information Meeting: March 16 & 17

Posted on March 13, 2021 by Michelle Wetlaufer in For Freshmen, For Juniors, For Sophomores, From the PTSO

The UNESCO Program will be hosting a virtual information meeting on March 16 & 17 for all students who are interested in applying for the 2022 Program (see poster for details).

Description: Students will attend the 3-day International Meeting of the UNESCO Associated Schools.  Prior to traveling to the conference, students will brainstorm, implement, document, and produce a project around the conference theme: 2022 Diversity of Cultural Expressions.  At the conference, students will present their projects to students, teachers, and UNESCO organizers.  After the conference, students will tour historical sites and landmarks in and around Lisbon, Portugal, learning and experiencing Portuguese history and culture.

Eligibility:  CURRENT (2020-2021) Newton South freshmen, sophomores, and juniors.

Application Process & More Information:  Please visit the UNESCO Program website for more information and inside looks at the student experiences over the years and themes. Applications for 2022 will be made available on the site AFTER the information meeting.

Website: https://pavaos.wixsite.com/pavao/unescoportugalprogram

Zoom Link: https://newton-k12-ma-us.zoom.us/j/83667560104 Passcode: dogao2021

UNESCO 2022 – Information Meeting Flyer

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.