The Newtonite

Students on the Human Rights Council work to promote equity

Annie Tango, Features editor • March 14, 2023

Student activists work hard to institute change at North, whether it be organizing rallies or offering tutoring sessions. The Human Rights Council (HRC) works to bring these agents of change together to...

Students explore North's diversity at Multicultural Night

Maya Demissie • May 8, 2019

The cafeteria hummed as students explored different cultures during Multicultural Night Tuesday, April 30. Families stood behind tables displaying traditional food and drink, colorful clothing, flags...

First annual Multicultural Night celebrates cultural diversity in North community

Helen Xiao • April 5, 2018

(photo courtesy of NNHS PTSO) Members of the North community gathered in the cafeteria to celebrate and recognize the diverse cultures of students at North during the first ever Multicultural Night on...

International Culture Day presentations discuss stereotypes, cultural diversity

The Newtonite • April 2, 2018

B-block by Carolyn McDonald “It’s important to realize there are no positive stereotypes, as they strip people of their individuality,” junior Téa Baum said at a panel held during B-block of International...

Teachers, alumni win Understanding Our Differences awards

The Newtonite • October 25, 2011

by Hilary Brumberg Understanding Our Differences held a celebration to honor its 60 program speakers who share their stories with all Newton third and fourth graders, according to Mary Beth McIntyre, a volunteer and board member of Understanding Our Differences.