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Class of '84 returns to North for reunion
Class of ’84 returns to North for reunion
November 7, 2024
State election ballot questions and explanations are posted in front of the cafeteria.
Massachusetts voters decide future of MCAS testing
November 2, 2024
Seniors set to vote for the first time in upcoming election
Seniors set to vote for the first time in upcoming election
November 1, 2024
Students weigh in on key election issues, candidates as voting approaches
Students weigh in on key election issues, candidates as voting approaches
November 1, 2024
Freshmen vote for student council
Freshmen vote for student council
October 31, 2024
Senior Meghan Devaney, accompanied by her parents, walks across the turf during pre-game senior celebrations Thursday, Oct. 24.
Field hockey secures spirited win against Weymouth
November 7, 2024
Senior Sophia Mitchell chases after the ball on offense Wednesday, Oct. 23.
Girls’ soccer achieves striking success on senior night
November 4, 2024
The girls' cross country team stands at the starting line, before the race begins Sunday, Oct. 15.
Girls’ cross country displays determination with first race at twilight meet
October 30, 2024
Girls’ swim and dive defeats Framigham, securing times for states
Girls’ swim and dive defeats Framigham, securing times for states
October 23, 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
Senior Meghan Devaney, accompanied by her parents, walks across the turf during pre-game senior celebrations Thursday, Oct. 24.
Field hockey secures spirited win against Weymouth
November 7, 2024
Girls’ swim and dive defeats Framigham, securing times for states
Girls’ swim and dive defeats Framigham, securing times for states
October 23, 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
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
Charlotte Pinto works on self portrait for her art major IV class Wednesday, Oct. 23.
Charlotte Pinto’s art brings joy and representation to students and staff
October 31, 2024
Students in AP History pose in their ancient Greek attire, Wednesday, Oct. 23.
AP Art History attracts popularity around school
October 30, 2024
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
Senior Stephanie Fraktman paints a mural of musicians in the art wing on Thursday, March 21.
Students weigh commitment to CTE programs
October 28, 2024
The Scarlet Letter, a book that students are no longer required to read.
Evolving English curriculum reflects student diversity, contemporary issues
October 27, 2024
Members of jazz ensemble practice during a-block, Monday, April 8.
New policies aim to curb first-period tardiness
October 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
(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 22, 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
Daisies in the summer.
Why everyone should dabble in photography
October 28, 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
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 17, 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

The Newtonite

The Newtonite

Editorial: Sparknotes cuts at analytical skills

The Newtonite • March 12, 2012
Imagine that all you read are picture books with big fonts, colorful illustrations and simple text. Now imagine trying to read Macbeth, one of this schools’ curriculum-required books. Comprehending and digesting a play like Macbeth would be incredibly difficult.
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