The Newtonite

Springfest features talented musicians, visitors from Australia

The Newtonite • April 13, 2014

Musicians performed Springfest I and II Wednesday and Thursday, respectively, in the auditorium. Springfest this year included the Concert Choir, the Jubilee Singers, the Symphonic Band, the Wind Ensemble,...

Students' art appreciated: National Scholastic Arts Awards

The Newtonite • March 4, 2014

This school has participated in the National Scholastic Arts Awards for . . .

Feature: Theatre expands to include Intro to Costume Design class

The Newtonite • March 3, 2014

Fingers and minds work nimbly in front of sewing machines and half-made . . .

Review: Winterfest presents skilled musicians performing upbeat, chilling pieces

The Newtonite • January 31, 2014

Musicians performed Winterfest I and II Wednesday and yesterday in the auditorium. This year, the concert included the talented Symphonic Band, Wind Ensemble, Flute and Clarinet Choir, Family Singers, Concert Choir, and the Orchestra.

PTSO hosts Just Think: Teens Making Smart Choices Expo [Updated Date]

The Newtonite • January 29, 2014

Next Tuesday, the Parent Teacher Student Organization (PTSO) will host Just Think: Teens Making Smart Choices, an educational exposition at this school with fun activities and resources to teach students about healthy decision making.

Preview: Winterfest to provide two-day musical experience

The Newtonite • January 20, 2014

In the auditorium, the Wind Ensemble, Symphonic Band, and small chamber ensembles will be performing at this school for Winterfest I Wednesday, Jan. 29 at 7 p.m., followed the next night by the Concert Choir, Family Singers, Orchestra, and String Ensemble for Winterfest II Thursday, Jan. 30 at 7:30 p.m.

Review: Cabaret Troupe contrasts fairy tales with everyday teenage problems

The Newtonite • January 9, 2014

The enchanting voices of actors fill the auditorium with song in Cabaret Troupe’s “Neverland,” which goes up tonight and tomorrow at 7:30 p.m.

School accreditation program, NEASC, held for Newton schools

Max Kozlov • January 6, 2014

Despite the decision in September to temporarily suspend its participation in the program which evaluates this school, Newton high school students are likely to remain unaffected as they apply to post-secondary education, according to officials at this school and around the state.

Juniors, seniors plan for the annual Halloween Bash

Max Kozlov • October 31, 2013

Juniors and seniors will attend the annual Halloween Bash, which will take place this Friday, from 7:30 to 10:30 p.m. in the cafeteria.

Powderpuff football plans started at this school after cancellation at South

Max Kozlov • October 17, 2013

Over the past few weeks, the long-standing tradition of a Powderpuff football game, an all-girls touch football match at South, was terminated by principal Joel Stembridge. The recent news at South about Powderpuff even made some students at this school start thinking about a game.

For students, semester-long educational programs becomes a popular option

The Newtonite • September 23, 2013

Hike mountains. Chop trees for firewood for the night. Camp overnight in the woods in two foot snow, then try to find your way back home using little more than a compass, a map, and your knowledge of the outdoors. Speak a little Spanish, then, go to Advanced Placement (AP) United States History and do your IDs. Rinse and repeat.

Interactive sign to go on display

The Newtonite • April 11, 2012

by Leah Budson Even though the Occupy movement has quieted down, conversations about the distribution of wealth are far from over.