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Italian Exchange students visit North
Italian Exchange students visit North
October 10, 2024
Sign on Hull Street outlines parking rules.
Students rush to park on Hull
October 10, 2024
College night to offer insight to post-graduation plans
College night to offer insight to post-graduation plans
October 8, 2024
AP exams go digital
AP exams go digital
October 8, 2024
Nolin gives opening remarks surrounded by NPS administrators and teachers
Nolin emphasizes district unity at press conference
September 24, 2024
Junior Max Badri strides to the finish line neck and neck with Wellesley opponent Wednesday, Oct. 9.
Boys’ cross country defeats Wellesley in explosive senior night triumph
October 21, 2024
Girls' swim and dive team pulls off impressive victory with unbelievable lead
Girls’ swim and dive team pulls off impressive victory with unbelievable lead
October 17, 2024
Senior Maddie Ryan follows through on a pass Wednesday, Sept. 25.
Field hockey strikes down Milton in skillful showdown
October 2, 2024
Senior Ciara Evans crosses the finish line Wednesday, Sept. 18.
Girls’ cross country claims first home victory of the season
September 29, 2024
Girls' soccer ties Boston Latin in rain soaked battle
Girls’ soccer ties Boston Latin in rain soaked battle
September 26, 2024
Senior Maddie Ryan follows through on a pass Wednesday, Sept. 25.
Field hockey strikes down Milton in skillful showdown
October 2, 2024
Girls' soccer ties Boston Latin in rain soaked battle
Girls’ soccer ties Boston Latin in rain soaked battle
September 26, 2024
Sophomore Sasha Selivan sets ball Thursday, Sept. 12.
Girls’ volleyball sets up for success with win over Brookline
September 21, 2024
Field hockey displays resilience in loss to Andover
Field hockey displays resilience in loss to Andover
September 21, 2024
Football players prepare for snap, Friday Sept. 6.
Football falls to Natick in season opener on new turf
September 11, 2024
Boys' basketball defeats number one team in Connecticut at nationwide tournament
Boys’ basketball defeats number one team in Connecticut at nationwide tournament
January 26, 2023
Boys' basketball players run drills at tryouts to prepare for the upcoming season.
Winter sports look to continue competitive success, build community
December 14, 2022
Girls' shot put embraces positive support system to achieve success
Girls’ shot put embraces positive support system to achieve success
May 4, 2022
Boys' loses in championship game, looks towards promising future
Boys’ loses in championship game, looks towards promising future
March 25, 2022
Boys' basketball takes over second half to advance to championship game
Boys’ basketball takes over second half to advance to championship game
March 20, 2022
Boys' volleyball defeats Brookline with impressive performances from star players
Boys’ volleyball defeats Brookline with impressive performances from star players
June 15, 2022
Girls' ultimate flies past Andover in highly offensive, commanding win
Girls’ ultimate flies past Andover in highly offensive, commanding win
May 18, 2022
Boys' lacrosse in annual Suburban Cup game defeat Waltham with unselfish scoring
Boys’ lacrosse in annual Suburban Cup game defeat Waltham with unselfish scoring
May 10, 2022
Girls' tennis dominates Framingham, displaying the products of hard work
Girls’ tennis dominates Framingham, displaying the products of hard work
May 10, 2022
Ethan Ou '21 receives the 52nd annual Hamill Award outside Newton City Hall Thursday, July 8. Left to right Hamill Award Committee Chair Elliott Loew, Newton North pitcher Ethan Ou, Mayor Ruthanne Fuller, Parks and Recreation Commissioner Nicole Banks. (Photo Courtesy of Ethan Ou)
Ethan Ou '21 wins 52nd Annual Hamill Award
July 24, 2021
Drag queen Jean Chandler stands before performance Saturday, Sept. 21.
Newton’s own Drag Extravaganza features engaging drag performances and Q&As
October 7, 2024
The New Art Center's gallery displays various pieces of student and adult work, Sunday Sept. 29.
New Arts Center empowers teens through art, leadership, and cultural programs
September 29, 2024
Senior Gabe Kolodner's award winning portrait.
Gabe Kolodner earns photography accomplishment
September 29, 2024
Theatre Ink strives to protect students with a new hard hat policy
Theatre Ink strives to protect students with a new hard hat policy
September 28, 2024
Students discover opportunities at the TheatreInk interest meeting
Students discover opportunities at the TheatreInk interest meeting
September 26, 2024
Union members and supporters gather at the Education Center to rally for a fair contract Wednesday, Jan. 31.
Teacher strike continues for fourteenth day amid contentious contract negotiations, budget disputes
February 1, 2024
Inclusion specialist Kate Woodford and her two daughters visit the Education Center to attend the union protest Wednesday, Jan. 24.
Number One Strikers: A photographer’s walk through the sixth day of protests
January 29, 2024
English teacher Sherri Ziomek listens to South teacher John Curley present his speech at the Newton Teachers Association (NTA) rally, Thursday, Jan. 25.
A day in the life of a Newton Public Schools teacher on strike
January 26, 2024
Grandma's Kitchen has a wall featuring photos of regular costumers.
Grandma’s Kitchen offers welcoming atmosphere, great food
October 30, 2023
AI prompts change to academic violation policy
AI prompts change to academic violation policy
September 8, 2023
(graphic courtesy of Kerry Prasad)
Newton's newly established Indigenous Peoples' Day stirs controversy among Italian American community
December 5, 2020
For Laura's Feature by Joelle
Catalyzing innovation: academic scientists share secrets to success
April 6, 2018
Business program provides opportunities to develop financial knowledge, skills
Business program provides opportunities to develop financial knowledge, skills
December 8, 2017
Cultural, religious clubs seek platform for discussion
Cultural, religious clubs seek platform for discussion
May 8, 2017
Tensions rise between students, librarians over library policies
Tensions rise between students, librarians over library policies
April 26, 2017
Beals House Executive Assistant Cheryl Stover hands out treats to welcome students back to school following the end of the union strike Monday, Feb. 5.
Students, educators rebuild community after teachers strike
February 23, 2024
Members of Lost and Found gather for group photo on opening night prior to the strike, Thursday, Jan. 18.
Theatre Ink productions rescheduled following teachers’ strike
February 16, 2024
North track previous victory from last years meet, Jan. 22 2023.
Teacher’s strike causes boys’ indoor track to forfeit 27-year win streak
February 5, 2024
South teacher Ryan Normandin delivers a speech announcing the end of the Newton Teachers Association (NTA) strike, Friday, Feb. 2.
Teachers strike ends after 15 days, contract agreement reached
February 2, 2024
Teachers rally at the Education Center on their fifteenth day of strike Friday, Feb. 2.
Teacher contract resolution nearly reached after nightlong bargaining
February 2, 2024
Union members and supporters hold up a sign condemning Mayor Ruthanne Fuller at the NTA rally Wednesday, Jan. 31.
Guest Column: Students should stand strong in solidarity with striking teachers
January 31, 2024
Disney-fication of 'Star Wars' ruins historic weapon
Disney-fication of ‘Star Wars’ ruins historic weapon
November 3, 2023
Graphic by Jai Khurana
Disability education program cut at schools, valuable resource lost
September 14, 2023
Graphic by Jai Khurana
Lawmakers must prioritize preventing gun violence rather than simply managing it
November 7, 2022
Graphic by Jai Khurana
Denial of voting rights to Puerto Ricans must end
March 6, 2022
Newton North Map
August 27, 2024
Photos from the METCO graduation ceremony
Photos from the METCO graduation ceremony
June 16, 2022
Photo by Samantha Fredberg.
Tiger Question of the Week: What are some memorable April Fools' Day pranks you have seen or done?
April 1, 2017
Photo by Samantha Fredberg.
Tiger Question of the Week: What are your plans for February vacation?
February 18, 2017
Profile: Jessica Chen
November 30, 2016
Vincenzino received the Career and Technology Education Outstanding Student of the Year Award on Thursday, Feb. 16.
Vincenzino Receives CTE Award for Passion in Early Education and Care
March 3, 2023
A family poses behind the Vietnam booth at Multicultural Night Tuesday, Nov. 15.
Multicultural night showcases rich cultural diversity at North
December 2, 2022
Senior Zoe Kritzer and sophomore Vivian Kritzer organized a hand turkey display leading up to the Thanksgiving holiday break.
Kindness club creates display promoting gratitude, thankfulness
November 28, 2022
Pep rally boosts school spirit, community
Pep rally boosts school spirit, community
November 4, 2022
Mini-golf fundraiser to raise money for pediatric cancer patients
Mini-golf fundraiser to raise money for pediatric cancer patients
October 7, 2022
Inclusion specialist Kate Woodford and her two daughters visit the Education Center to attend the union protest Wednesday, Jan. 24.
Number One Strikers: A photographer’s walk through the sixth day of protests
January 29, 2024
Tiger Reads: We Have Always Lived in the Castle
Tiger Reads: We Have Always Lived in the Castle
October 30, 2019
Album cover for Florence+The Machine's most recent album, 'High as Hope.' Shot by Tom Beard.
Best songs for Winter and Spring 2019
March 19, 2019
"Bohemian Rhapsody" creates warped legacy of Freddie Mercury, Queen
"Bohemian Rhapsody" creates warped legacy of Freddie Mercury, Queen
December 11, 2018
Cover art for "The Goldfinch" by Carel Fabritius.
"The Goldfinch" combats modern social media usage
December 4, 2018

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Shows to watch this summer

The Newtonite • June 24, 2021

Take a look at some of the excellent shows that you should add to your list for this summer. Yasuke By Zach Kwon Yasuke (2021), an animated Netflix show, narrates the life of an African Samurai...

Freshmen walk through Main Street in groups for their first walk as students at North Tuesday, Sept. 15. (photo by Ian Dickerman)

SET Day provides students with virtual opportunities to connect to clubs

The Newtonite • September 25, 2020

For the Zoom links to each club’s SET Day meeting, click here. Anime and Manga ClubWhat: Students watch TV shows and play games to learn about and celebrate Japanese culture.When: To be determined.Goal:...

Faculty prepares to welcome freshmen to North Tuesday, Sept. 15. (photo by Ian Dickerman)

North welcomes new faculty amid remote learning plan

The Newtonite • September 22, 2020

compiled by Grace Beecher and Anika Bhawalkar Carrie BatesScience teacher Background: Bates earned her bachelor’s degree in chemistry education and a minor in Spanish teaching from Brigham...

Textbooks and reading books line the SOA in preparation for the handout of these materials to students, which is still undetermined. (photo by Ian Dickerman)

Editorial: district's mishandling of reopening intensifies uncertainty for remote school year

The Newtonite • September 16, 2020

Students are heading into what should be a fresh, new school year, yet looming overhead are concerns caused by the pandemic, which has created uncertainty and worry. The district’s mishandling of the...

(Graphic by Maya Demissie)

Miamas: Zak's Story

The Newtonite • February 16, 2020

Welcome to Miamas, a podcast devoted to sharing the stories of North. In a Fredrik Backman novel, Miamas is a fictional land of fairytales. This student-run podcast brings light to the fairytales in...

(Graphic by Maya Demissie)

Miamas: Tristan's Story

The Newtonite • January 30, 2020

Welcome to Miamas, a podcast devoted to sharing the stories of North. In a Fredrik Backman novel, Miamas is a fictional land of fairytales. This student-run podcast brings light to the fairytales in...

(Graphic by Maya Demissie)

Miamas: Edie's Story

The Newtonite • December 12, 2019

Welcome to Miamas, a podcast devoted to sharing the stories of North. In a Fredrik Backman novel, Miamas is a fictional land of fairytales. This student-run podcast brings light to the fairytales in...

(Graphic by Maya Demissie)

Miamas: Alex's Story

The Newtonite • November 27, 2019

Welcome to Miamas, a podcast devoted to sharing the stories of North. In a Fredrik Backman novel, Miamas is a fictional land of fairytales. This student-run podcast brings light to the fairytales in...

(Graphic by Maya Demissie)

Miamas: Molly's Story

The Newtonite • November 13, 2019

Welcome to Miamas, a podcast devoted to sharing the stories of North. In a Fredrik Backman novel, Miamas is a fictional land of fairytales. This student-run podcast brings light to the fairytales in...

Seniors Caroline Alexander and Kayla Rigoli go up to the net for a block during the quarterfinals of the MIAA Central/East Division. Photo by Ian Dickerman

Girls' volleyball falls in the sectional semi-final to Boston Latin

The Newtonite • November 8, 2019

Article by Griffin Bond, Jeremy Frankel, Jake Forbes, and Nichol-Weylman Farwell Girls’ volleyball fell to Boston Latin 3-2 on Wednesday in the MIAA Central/East Division Semi-Final. Despite the loss,...

(Graphic by Maya Demissie)

Miamas: Kaela's Story

The Newtonite • October 30, 2019

Welcome to Miamas, a podcast devoted to sharing the stories of North. In a Fredrik Backman novel, Miamas is a fictional land of fairytales. This student-run podcast brings light to the fairytales in...

Sophomore Will Rooney prepares to pass the ball in a game against Brookline Thursday, Sept. 12. (Photo by Ian Dickerman).

Discover clubs galore in The Newtonite's Club Day Print Special

The Newtonite • September 27, 2019

Read The Newtonite's Club Day print special here. Content includes a full club listing, a column by an editor who witnessed the Hong Kong protests this summer, and much more. Be sure to also check...

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