The Newtonite

Ceremony celebrates Class of 2012

The Newtonite • June 6, 2012

by Hilary Brumberg This school’s Class of 2012 celebrated the end of its high school years by graduating tonight.

Ron Morris shows a commitment to photography

The Newtonite • June 6, 2012

by Julia Oran “The first thing I noticed was that he had more pairs of shoes than I do,” said art teacher Shannon Slattery

A Walk Down Memory Lane: Programs create learning opportunities

The Newtonite • June 6, 2012

by Hilary Brumberg This school is constantly shifting and growing to accommodate the interests, skills and needs of the current students and faculty. Over the last four years, this school adopted a variety of new programs and classes in order to help guide students through their high school careers and better prepare them for life in the 21st century.

Wraps: Girls’ volleyball improves, makes Sectional Semifinals

The Newtonite • June 6, 2012

by Jonny Levenfield Girls’ volleyball, 19-2, was the top seed in its division for the postseason and had a successful season, according to senior Meredith Abrams, a captain with the rest of the seniors. The Tigers advanced to the Sectional Finals before falling to Brookline in five-set thriller.

A Walk Down Memory Lane: School responds efficiently to unplanned incidents

The Newtonite • June 6, 2012

by Hilary Brumberg As is expected in an active, vibrant school community such as this one, there are occasionally unplanned incidents.

Wraps: Girls’ cross country defeats Walpole, accomplishes goals

The Newtonite • June 6, 2012

by Cyrus Vaghar Girls’ cross country, 5-6, had a strong season, according to senior Becca Trainer, a captain with seniors Allie Phillips, Rosie Sokolov and Melissa Weikart.

Wraps: Boys’ track wins All-States

The Newtonite • June 6, 2012

by Gloria Li Boys’ indoor track, 6-0, experienced a memorable moment when it won All-States, according to senior Young Guang, a captain with seniors Justin Keefe, Swardiq Mayanja and Nate Menninger.

Wraps: Field hockey beats Needham

The Newtonite • June 6, 2012

by Nick Hansell Field hockey, 7-7-2, won the Carey Division of the Bay State Conference before losing to Chelmsford in the first round of the State Tournament.

Wraps: Alpine improves technique

The Newtonite • June 6, 2012

by Alex Feit For a team that only practices twice a week, alpine skiing has made progress, accoring to senior Katie Regan, a captain with senior Parker Veroff.

Wraps: Boys’ cross country shows dedication, running skills

The Newtonite • June 6, 2012

by Isatou Marenah Boys’ cross country, 9-2, lost only to Walpole and Brookline, the defending State Champion.

Wraps: Boys’ hockey boosts offense, comes back against Walpole

The Newtonite • June 6, 2012

by Ryan Condon Boys’ hockey, 6-12-3, improved its offense this season, according to coach Tom Ryan. “Our ability to score goals was a strength,” he said.

Wraps: Cheerleading places fourth in State Championship Meet

The Newtonite • June 6, 2012

by Leah Budson Cheerleading not only achieved its goal of reaching States, but it also placed fourth there, a feat unprecedented at this school, according to senior Domenique DiDino, a captain with seniors Katja Hamler and Micayla Ross.