The latest announcements from the Principal, PTSO, and NPS...

Football

Posted on April 16, 2021 by Manisha Kasana in Athletics

The Football team closed their season on  Friday, April 16 by hosting Weston High School.  Thank you Lions for a great season!

Track Team

Posted on April 16, 2021 by Manisha Kasana in Athletics

Our track teams finished their Indoor season on Monday when they hosted league rival Cambridge Rindge and Latin.

The teams were great hosts and their performances showed their hard work during their most unusual season.

Summer Basketball Shooting Clinic

Posted on April 16, 2021 by Manisha Kasana in Athletics

Steve Matthews current Head Varsity Boys Basketball Coach for the DCL Large Champion Newton South Lions, and one of college basketball’s all-time great shooters, will run four-day shooting clinics this summer.  Attendees will learn how to shoot with perfect form. The clinics will include all aspects of the game of basketball. There will be lectures, drills, contests, and games.

Location:  Cold Spring Park, 1094 Beacon St. Newton, MA 02461

Dates & Session Times:

  • Monday, June 28th – Thursday, July 1st
  • Tuesday, July 6th – Friday, July 9th
  • Monday, July 26th – Thursday, July 30th
  • Session 1: 9:00 am – 12:00 pm
  • Session 2: 12:30 pm – 3:30 pm
  • *Each session limited to 24 attendees

Boys & Girls entering grades 5-9 (Fall 2021). View clinic flyer.

Please complete and submit the application online at: stevematthewsshootingclinic.com

TONIGHT 7PM – RSVP Required – FORJ Presents Asian American & Pacific Islander Solidarity Night

Posted on April 14, 2021 by PTSO CoPresident in From the PTSO

Join Fellow NSHS and community members for FORJ Asian American & Pacific Islander (AAPI) Solidarity Night

Wednesday, April 14th, 2021

7-8:30 pm, with open discussion until 9 pm

RSVP HERE to receive the Zoom Link

Come join parents, students, teachers, and community members to support our Asian American Pacific Islander (AAPI) community through an evening of learning and connection!

Sponsored by FORJ NSHS (Families Organizing for Racial Justice @ Newton South)

You will learn about:

– the historical and systemic roots of violence and discrimination against AAPI communities

– how AAPI communities are suffering in terms of mental health and how to help

– ways to support our young people, family members, and friends during this difficult time

Special Guest Facilitators: Michele Leong and Charlene Beh from NNHS

We will offer breakout rooms for participants to connect with each other in small groups.

RSVP HERE

DEADLINE April 16th for Caps and Gowns Orders

Posted on April 13, 2021 by PTSO CoPresident in For Seniors, From the PTSO

Hello Families of the CLASS OF 2021!

Save-the-Date June 10, 2021.  Time and schedule will be announced by South as soon as they are available.

NOTE:  ALL Order Forms must be received April 16, 2021. 

IF YOU DO NOT NEED A CAP AND GOWN FOR ANY REASON, or have any questions, please let Mrs. Stonehill know as soon as possible at [email protected]. 

Please see this Memo for detailed order instructions. and deadlines.

  1. You must create a MySchoolBucks account if you do not have one already, to complete the order form and payment. See MySchoolBucks instructions here.
  2. Fill out the Cap and Tassel Only order form (Cap and tassel order form 2021)
  3. Download and complete the South CapGown Measurement Form if you need a gown.
  4. Pay for your items on My School Bucks
  5. Print out your receipt and drop off or mail receipt and your form (Cap/Tassel only or Gown Measurement Form).

ALL Order Forms must be returned by April 16, 2021. 

  • Forms and receipts can be dropped off at school for those students who are attending in-person.
  • Or they must be mailed in to be received by April 16, 2021 to:

Julie Stonehill
Goldrick House
Newton South High School
140 Brandeis Road
Newton Centre, MA 02459

 

Green Newton Covid-19 Memorial Trees Project

Posted on April 11, 2021 by Michelle Wetlaufer in From the PTSO

Green Newton Covid-19 Memorial Trees 4C Project: Plant Trees at Newton South to Honor Those Who Lost Their Lives to Covid in Newton. The goals of the 4C Tree Project (Capture Carbon Commemorate Covid) are to provide a beautiful living memorial to neighbors lost to Covid-19, remind us of our need to care for each other, and to capture carbon by planting trees to help address climate change. The city forester has identified Newton South as a site to plant memorial trees. We hope that the South community will come together to help fund these trees and show that we care.

Please donate atwww.greennewton.org/trees and you can add a note to the donor scroll and mention your Newton South affiliation.  Also, follow the progress of this memorial on instagram @4ctreeproject.

FORJ Presents Asian American & Pacific Islander Solidarity Night: Wed., April 14

Posted on April 11, 2021 by Michelle Wetlaufer in From the PTSO

FORJ Asian American & Pacific Islander (AAPI) Solidarity Night

Wednesday, April 14th, 2021

7-8:30 pm, with open discussion until 9 pm

RSVP HERE to receive the Zoom Link

Come join parents, students, teachers, and community members to support our Asian American Pacific Islander (AAPI) community through an evening of learning and connection!

Sponsored by FORJ NSHS (Families Organizing for Racial Justice @ Newton South)

You will learn about:

– the historical and systemic roots of violence and discrimination against AAPI communities

– how AAPI communities are suffering in terms of mental health and how to help

– ways to support our young people, family members, and friends during this difficult time

Special Guest Facilitators: Michele Leong and Charlene Beh from NNHS

We will offer breakout rooms for participants to connect with each other in small groups.

RSVP HERE

City of Newton presents “Mental Health: Continuing the Conversation”: May 6

Posted on April 11, 2021 by Michelle Wetlaufer in From the PTSO

Mental Health: Continuing the Conversation

May 6 @ 6:30PM

NewtonMA.gov/mentalhealth

Join Mayor Fuller, Samaritans Inc., and Families for Depression Awareness to learn more about suicide prevention, recognizing depression and bipolar disorder, and the important work being done to reduce the stigma of mental health issues in our community.

Mental Health Continue Conversation Flyer

Free Event for Jr/Sr Families: 17 Things You Need to Do Before Going to College: Wed., 4/14

Posted on April 11, 2021 by Michelle Wetlaufer in From the PTSO
Event: 17 Things You Need to Do Before Going to College
Date: April 14, 2021
Time: 7:00 pm EST
17 Things You Need to Do Before College: Newton North and Newton South High School students and parents are invited to attend this info-packed event that will relieve stress and provide tips and strategies to navigate the changes ahead. New York Times bestselling author and leading authority on college success, Harlan Cohen, hosts this entertaining and interactive event. Learn about the latest research, trends, and plans college campuses are making to welcome the Class of 2021. This event is perfect for seniors, parents and juniors in the college planning process. There is no cost to attend.

2021-2022 Fall Start Times & Schedule Update

Posted on April 11, 2021 by Michelle Wetlaufer in From the PTSO

2021-22 Fall Start Times and Schedule Update was sent on Wednesday, April 7 from the Superintendent.

High Schools
9:00 a.m. – 3:45 p.m. (early release Tuesdays at 3:25 p.m.)

Timeline for Decision-Making

  • April 12th – Presentation at School Committee Meeting.  View meeting documents.
  • April 13th – Informational webinar for families
  • April 28th – Recommendation voted at School Committee Meeting

Webinar:  Tuesday, April 13th at 6:30 p.m.
Visit this page for login information:https://www.newton.k12.ma.us/Page/3825

Please view this link below for the email from the Superintendent.