The Newtonite

Freshmen share experiences transitioning into North

The Newtonite • March 30, 2016

by Laura Schmidt-Hong In early September, students walk down North’s bustling hallways, some chatting with friends and others rushing off to class. Many of the freshmen already appear comfortable in...

Debate team competes at Columbia University

Emily Moss • February 3, 2014

by Emily Moss This school’s debate team was one of about 100 school teams from across the country to compete in the annual tournament at Columbia University Saturday, Jan. 26, discussing whether developmental...

Debate team members finish in top five at Yale Invitational Debate Tournament

The Newtonite • October 22, 2013

At both Yale University’s Old Campus and Hillhouse High School in New Haven, Connecticut, seniors Alex Feit and Riley Heiman finished fourth and third, respectively, in the Yale Invitational Debate Tournament Friday, Sept. 20 to Sunday, Sept. 22.

Seniors place fourth at debate tournament

The Newtonite • December 12, 2012

by Amanda Hills Seniors Aneesh Anand and Zach Rosenof came in fourth place in the Speech and Debate Showdown at Lincoln-Sudbury Saturday.

Strong group dedication aids debate team

The Newtonite • November 30, 2011

by Sam Jones This school’s debate team is using its strong interest in politics and its energy in order to qualify for the Massachusetts state tournament at the end of the year, according to senior Abby Holtzman, the team’s captain.