The Newtonite

Teen Voice holds summit, creates survey

The Newtonite • December 18, 2012

by Julia Oran Junior Dan Elsen-Rooney said it is important for teens to “get our thoughts out there,” so he decided to join Newton’s Teen Voice, a group of Newton high school students who gather to discuss teen life in Newton.

Senior writes, makes videos for 'Harvard Crimson'

The Newtonite • December 6, 2012

by Malini Gandhi News on college sports may seem like nothing more than pages of scores, win-loss records and other bold-faced, computer-produced statistics.

Design students work on Pedestrian Alert System

The Newtonite • November 27, 2012

by Hilary Brumberg Design and visual communication students usually create interactive websites, fancy fliers and intricate design work. This year, design students are adding a third dimension to their already professional and creative projects: service.

Club encourages healthy eating habits

The Newtonite • November 5, 2012

by Malini Gandhi For the majority of student-run clubs, desserts are perhaps better recruiters than students. Beginning with candy-filled tables at Club Day, the motto remains consistent: come to our club and we will give you free brownies, free cookies and perhaps even free chocolate cupcakes.

Seniors discuss significance, responsibility of voting in upcoming presidential election

The Newtonite • October 9, 2012

by Malini Gandhi From large-scale phenomena to more local spectacles, the young generation is becoming increasingly politically active and politically influential, according to history teacher Isongesit Ibokette.

Be Bold, Be Bald to raise money for cancer research

The Newtonite • October 9, 2012

by David Kwartler For Be Bold Be Bald, a national event Friday, Nov. 2, hundreds of people across the country will wear bald caps to honor cancer patients and to raise money for cancer research.

Club special: Club Day displays vibrant student life

The Newtonite • September 27, 2012

by Malini Gandhi Famous for its screaming students stationed at tables overflowing with colorful posters and candy, Club Day is not only a fun, energy-filled event, but it also plays an essential role in helping students become involved in activities, according to science teacher Michael Hazeltine, who oversees all clubs at this school.

Hipstitch employees share passion for sewing

The Newtonite • September 12, 2012

by Malini Gandhi Brightly-lit, pink-and-white wallpapered Hipstitch studio is filled with so much color, from the rainbow array of bold fabrics lining the back walls to the dozens of purple flowered chairs pulled up to the sewing machines.

Students reflect on past, look forward to future

The Newtonite • September 7, 2012

by Gloria Li From incoming freshmen to graduates, students recall their favorite memories of the 2011-2012 school year and explain what they look forward to in the upcoming academic year.

Ron Morris shows a commitment to photography

The Newtonite • June 6, 2012

by Julia Oran “The first thing I noticed was that he had more pairs of shoes than I do,” said art teacher Shannon Slattery

Cheryll Lane gives individual attention to students

The Newtonite • June 6, 2012

by Julia Oran “I really loved school––the academics, the sports and the traditions that made each school unique.

James D’Orazio loves school’s unique atmosphere

The Newtonite • June 6, 2012

by Douglas Abrams “School is like a river, things come and go, kids, technology and teachers,” said Adams housemaster James D’Orazio.