The Newtonite

Governor Dukakis to speak on public service and student activism at North

Hari Narayanan • May 9, 2018

Former Massachusetts governor Michael Dukakis will speak in the auditorium at North during f-block on Tuesday, May 15, according to NNHS Center for Civic Engagement (CCE) co-director Claudia Wu. The CCE,...

Leslie Schick speaks about Syrian Refugee Crisis

Hari Narayanan • April 10, 2018

(Photo by Hari Narayanan) “We should all identify with the Syrian refugees because they are us,” said independent social worker Leslie Schick. “If there was a war in Newton, you and I would be out...

North community learns about happiness, community service

Rose Skylstad • December 4, 2017

Learning about the keys to happiness and community service, North students and parents gathered to hear speakers from within and outside of the North community on civic engagement Saturday, Dec. 2 in the...

Editorial: Make service graduation requirement

The Newtonite • November 2, 2012

Imagine an activity that helps other people in need, improves your grades and increases your motivation. Community service provides all these benefits, according to several studies.

Student athletes perform for senior citizens

The Newtonite • April 30, 2012

by Amanda Hills Athletes Serving the Community (ASC) Newton, a local community service-based program for student athletes, hosted an event for senior citizens Saturday in this school’s cafeteria.

School hosts NewtonSERVES project

The Newtonite • April 26, 2012

by Amanda Hills NewtonSERVES Day, a City-wide day of community service, will take place at over 60 non-profit organizations and City of Newton departments around Newton Sunday, according to the NewtonSERVES informational pamphlet.

Zeitoun Day: Panelists recount volunteer experiences in New Orleans

The Newtonite • October 18, 2011

by Hilary Brumberg In the Community Service session, panelists discussed how they have aided the victims of Hurricane Katrina and the opportunities available for others to do so as well.