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Students visit different booths regarding sustainability during d-block, Friday, May 2.
Green Team provides educational and engaging event for students
May 20, 2025
Memorial Day assembly highlights how service can impact one’s life direction
Memorial Day assembly highlights how service can impact one’s life direction
May 20, 2025
Barren windows from the inside of the cattle car, Tuesday, April 29.
Hate Ends Now Cattle Car exhibit immerses Newton Community into experiences of Holocaust victims
May 20, 2025
Principal Henry Turner and Athletic Director Mike Jackson join a kickline with the tiger mascot, Sunday, May 4.
First annual Tiger 5K unites North community in celebration of school spirit
May 13, 2025
North’s Gender and Sexuality Alliance (GSA) celebrates queer culture during annual ToBeGladDay
North’s Gender and Sexuality Alliance (GSA) celebrates queer culture during annual ToBeGladDay
May 11, 2025
Boys' volleyball digs deep to defeat Milford
Boys’ volleyball digs deep to defeat Milford
May 13, 2025
Courtesy of Newton Parks and Open Spaces
New albemarle turf impacts student-athletes
May 13, 2025
Principal Henry Turner and Athletic Director Mike Jackson join a kickline with the tiger mascot, Sunday, May 4.
First annual Tiger 5K unites North community in celebration of school spirit
May 13, 2025
Boys' volleyball hopes for improvement despite solid performance
Boys’ volleyball hopes for improvement despite solid performance
May 12, 2025
Junior Roxy Feldman prepares to serve Monday, April 28.
Girls’ tennis demonstrates impressive skill regardless of loss
May 7, 2025
Sophomore Sasha Selivan goes in for a kill Sunday, January 26.
Sasha Selivan brings good spirits, outstanding setting skills to girls’ volleyball
March 11, 2025
Members of the dance team pose after their performance Saturday, Feb. 8.
Dance secures second-place silver at Bay States
February 10, 2025
Senior Macy Goodwin flashes a smile as she poses in front of the turf Tuesday, Feb. 4.
Goodwin’s dedication drives field hockey forward
February 9, 2025
Boys’ basketball prevails against Needham in hard-fought battle
Boys’ basketball prevails against Needham in hard-fought battle
February 3, 2025
Seniors Marco Comin and Seth Rao pose post-win Tuesday, Nov. 20.
Boys’ soccer triumphs in thrilling penalty shootout to reach state final
November 20, 2024
Photo Courtesy of Blake MacNeal
MacNeal makes her mark in girls’ track and field with outstanding dedication, contribution
April 3, 2025
Senior Teagan Swint follows up a fast break with a dunk, Sunday, March 16.
Swint shines in championship battle as North falls just short of state title
March 16, 2025
Senior Oliver Wardly goes in for a layup, Thursday, March 13.
Boys’ basketball progresses to the state championship final round after hard-earned win
March 16, 2025
Swimmers dive at home meet where Natick, Needham, and Wellesley visited North, Thursday, Jan. 30.
Boys’ swim and dive displays valiant effort throughout season
March 12, 2025
Junior Maddie Ngo comes up between periods during mixed gender sectionals Saturday, Feb. 15.
Wrestling advances into the postseason with great force after shaky season
March 12, 2025
Boys' volleyball digs deep to defeat Milford
Boys’ volleyball digs deep to defeat Milford
May 13, 2025
Courtesy of Newton Parks and Open Spaces
New albemarle turf impacts student-athletes
May 13, 2025
Boys' volleyball hopes for improvement despite solid performance
Boys’ volleyball hopes for improvement despite solid performance
May 12, 2025
Junior Roxy Feldman prepares to serve Monday, April 28.
Girls’ tennis demonstrates impressive skill regardless of loss
May 7, 2025
Boys' ultimate shows promise in season opener despite loss
Boys’ ultimate shows promise in season opener despite loss
April 12, 2025
Springfest makes a triumphant return
Springfest makes a triumphant return
May 11, 2025
Jazz Night welcomes spring to North
Jazz Night welcomes spring to North
May 11, 2025
Community Ink strives to serve the community one event at a time
Community Ink strives to serve the community one event at a time
April 9, 2025
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The Prom shares empowering story of acceptance
April 9, 2025
Prom attire donation strives for more equity among students
Prom attire donation strives for more equity among students
March 31, 2025
Sophomore Summer Lin lunges to hit a birdie, Tuesday, March 18.
Badminton club nurtures bonds beyond the court
April 15, 2025
Photo Courtesy of Blake MacNeal
MacNeal makes her mark in girls’ track and field with outstanding dedication, contribution
April 3, 2025
The Vangaurd's Ayana Kurthik and editor Annalise Vito go over the Newtonite's copy flow system, Thursday, Nov. 14.
A tale of two schools: experiencing private vs. public education at BB&N and North
March 21, 2025
Sophomore Sasha Selivan goes in for a kill Sunday, January 26.
Sasha Selivan brings good spirits, outstanding setting skills to girls’ volleyball
March 11, 2025
History teacher Brian Goeselt, upon request, sits alongside his cutout of Harry Truman in order to have "two great historians" in the photo Thursday, Feb. 13.
Goeselt motivates students to engage with history
February 18, 2025
(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
Why the hardest paths lead to the greatest rewards
Why the hardest paths lead to the greatest rewards
April 4, 2025
Attorney Elliott Loew thanks Newton
Attorney Elliott Loew thanks Newton
March 19, 2025
Baseball is not boring, we have just forgotten how to watch it
Baseball is not boring, we have just forgotten how to watch it
February 4, 2025
In order for progress to happen, discussions over complicated issues must be nuanced and open-minded
In order for progress to happen, discussions over complicated issues must be nuanced and open-minded
January 17, 2025
Daisies in the summer.
Why everyone should dabble in photography
October 28, 2024

The Newtonite

The Newtonite
All content by Amy Xue
Hello Dolly! (photo by Jacob Zalis)

Show goes on even as coronavirus keeps audience home for Hello, Dolly! opening

Amy Xue
March 12, 2020
Jubilee Singers (photo by Emily Huang)

Jubilee singers inspire student body with strong vocals, powerful message

Amy Xue
February 14, 2020
Senior Lasya Thavanati performs "Angels We Have Heard on High" with the Jubilee Singers during the Holiday Concert. (Photo by Ian Dickerman)

North ensembles bring in cheer, holiday spirit in annual concert

Amy Xue
January 10, 2020
The Orchestra, directed by music teacher Adam Grossman, stands for applause. (Photo by Ian Dickerman)

Harvestfest features talented ensembles, melodic music

Amy Xue
December 10, 2019
Junior Lilah Gentry plays her guitar. (Photo courtesy of Gentry)

Artist Spotlight: Lilah Gentry cultivates dreamy artistic persona

Amy Xue
December 9, 2019
Mayor Fuller inaugurates new covered bike racks

Mayor Fuller inaugurates new covered bike racks

Amy Xue
November 29, 2019
Mollie Ralston and Sergeant Trotter, played by seniors Amanda Redmond and Alex Wymer respectively, face off at the end of the show. (Photo by Ian Dickerman)

The Mousetrap captivates with dramatic plot-line, eccentric characters

Amy Xue
November 19, 2019
Album cover for Marina's most recent album, "Love + Fear." (Shot by Zoey Grossman)

Marina delivers astounding vocals, creative tracks on comeback tour

Amy Xue
October 4, 2019

Student talent show impresses audience, raises funds for academic support program

Amy Xue
June 19, 2019
Improv Jam displays student talent, audience participation

Improv Jam displays student talent, audience participation

Amy Xue
May 31, 2019
Senior Leah Lakomski works to create a set piece for 'Rock of Ages' Wednesday, March 6. (Photo by Ian Dickerman)

Rock of Ages excites audience with '80s hits and captivating dance numbers

Amy Xue
April 22, 2019
(Photo from imdb.com)

Best Movies and Shows on Netflix for the Holidays

Amy Xue
December 21, 2018
Family Singers, a chorus group directed by music teacher Adam Grossman, performs Thursday at Harvestfest II. (Photo by Joelle Sugianto)

Harvestfest kicks off the musical season with dazzling display of variety

Amy Xue
November 29, 2018
Senior Lucas Pratt and junior Leyla Davis, playing the lead characters of John and Mary, share a heart-to-heart talk over lunch. (Photo courtesy of Adam Brown)

'Middletown' captivates audiences with morbid humor, emotional scenes

Amy Xue
November 7, 2018
Teachers rallied together before school Thursday, Oct. 11. (Photos by Joelle Sugianto)

Faculty stand out in solidarity against accusations of bias

Amy Xue
October 12, 2018
North alumnus Jon Natchez wins Grammy Award

North alumnus Jon Natchez wins Grammy Award

Amy Xue
April 2, 2018
Nitrous Oxide delights and thrills in 'An Evening of Sketch Comedy'

Nitrous Oxide delights and thrills in 'An Evening of Sketch Comedy'

Amy Xue
February 18, 2018
Senior Jeremy Gordon, Juniors ________ and Laura Shwartz perform during Newton North's Winterfest.

Music ensembles perform Haydn's "Mass in Time of War" for annual Winterfest concert

Amy Xue
February 7, 2018
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