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Members and speakers from the TEDx event stand together after the event, Wednesday, Feb. 12.
TEDx event invites alumni and student perspectives on ‘Power of Passion’
March 10, 2025
Influenza on the rise at North
Influenza on the rise at North
March 10, 2025
Leadership elective begins a nomination process for course registration
Leadership elective begins a nomination process for course registration
February 24, 2025
Annual Civics Day encourages students to take local civic action
Annual Civics Day encourages students to take local civic action
February 17, 2025
Sophomore students gathered in the Lasker Auditorium Friday, Jan. 24, during WIN to listen seven selected students’ sophomore speeches embodying the spirit of Martin Luther King Jr.
Students deliver meaningful speeches at the annual Sophomore Speech Showcase
February 17, 2025
Senior Teagan Swint prepares to shoot a three-pointer Friday, March 4.
Back-and-forth action in boys’ basketball matchup results in advancement to elite eight
March 10, 2025
Junior Nikki Rao looks for a layup Friday, Feb. 28.
Girls’ basketball upsets Belmont in round of 32
March 4, 2025
The team's seniors pose for a picture at pre-game celebrations Saturday, Feb. 8.
Girls’ hockey celebrates senior night with exhilarating win 
February 27, 2025
Sophomore Lucia Grapski leaps above the beam at the team's meet against Natick Tuesday, Jan. 28.
Gymnastics shatters records in second consecutive undefeated season
February 27, 2025
Gymnastics wins Bay State Conference with record-tying scores
Gymnastics wins Bay State Conference with record-tying scores
February 17, 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
Senior Devon Burke goes in for the kill Tuesday, Nov. 12.
Girls’ volleyball sweeps Needham to secure championship spot
November 14, 2024
Senior Teagan Swint prepares to shoot a three-pointer Friday, March 4.
Back-and-forth action in boys’ basketball matchup results in advancement to elite eight
March 10, 2025
Junior Nikki Rao looks for a layup Friday, Feb. 28.
Girls’ basketball upsets Belmont in round of 32
March 4, 2025
The team's seniors pose for a picture at pre-game celebrations Saturday, Feb. 8.
Girls’ hockey celebrates senior night with exhilarating win 
February 27, 2025
Sophomore Lucia Grapski leaps above the beam at the team's meet against Natick Tuesday, Jan. 28.
Gymnastics shatters records in second consecutive undefeated season
February 27, 2025
Gymnastics wins Bay State Conference with record-tying scores
Gymnastics wins Bay State Conference with record-tying scores
February 17, 2025
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
Winterfest transports audience to a different world
Winterfest transports audience to a different world
February 12, 2025
Jazz Cafe to bring opportunities for middle schoolers
Jazz Cafe to bring opportunities for middle schoolers
February 11, 2025
Nitrous Oxide will display an evening of fun, unexpected sketches
Nitrous Oxide will display an evening of fun, unexpected sketches
February 3, 2025
Members of 'Lost and Found' production pose for a group photo during a rehearsal, Saturday, Jan. 12.
Lost and Found emphasizes POC experiences through performances
January 30, 2025
Photography offers students chance to explore various forms of artistry
Photography offers students chance to explore various forms of artistry
January 16, 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
Culinary teacher Christopher DeRocher presents a fresh batch of cookies Thursday, Feb. 13.
DeRocher brings passion and professionalism to the culinary kitchen
February 17, 2025
Students walk to school from their cars parked on Hull Street Thursday, Feb. 13.
Lack of parking spots causes chaos on Hull Street
February 14, 2025
Standardized testing takes a digital turn
Standardized testing takes a digital turn
February 12, 2025
North faculty investigates grading practices amid student concerns over inconsistencies
North faculty investigates grading practices amid student concerns over inconsistencies
January 20, 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
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
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

The Newtonite

The Newtonite
Sophomore Lucia Grapski leaps above the beam at the team's meet against Natick Tuesday, Jan. 28.

Gymnastics shatters records in second consecutive undefeated season

Khadija Ghadiali, Sports Editor • February 27, 2025

Gymnastics, with unparalleled scores and a flawless 9-0 record, concluded the season with a bang, once again proving itself to be a powerhouse. Matching the previous school record they set, the Tigers...

Gymnastics beats Natick in tight meet, stays undefeated

Gymnastics beats Natick in tight meet, stays undefeated

Isabella Baust, Sports Editor • February 9, 2025

Gymnastics extended its 7-0 streak in a win against Natick 145.9-130.6 in the SOA Tuesday, Jan. 28. Preparing for its next meet, the team’s senior night, the Tigers prevailed to stay undefeated.  “The...

Freshman Ethan Wright drives for a basket last Saturday at the TD Garden in a 61-46 win over South.

Boys' basketball defeats South at TD Garden

The Newtonite • January 12, 2015

by MacKenzie Silvia Boys’ basketball, 10-0, beat South, 6-3, 61-46 at the second annual Good Sports Invitational at TD Garden last Saturday. The game remained close throughout the first two quarters....

Senior Brett Stanton defends a Natick forward during the Tigers' 109-52 win over the Red Hawks.

Boys' basketball starts the season hot

The Newtonite • December 22, 2014

by MacKenzie Silvia Boys’ basketball, 3-0, has started the season strong, including a 109-52 home win over Natick at home Friday. The Tigers' demolition of Natick demonstrated their lethal offense,...

Tigers fall short to BC High in Sectional Semifinals

Tigers fall short to BC High in Sectional Semifinals

The Newtonite • November 13, 2014

by MacKenzie Silvia Football spoiled their undefeated record last Saturday, losing 28-21 against BC High in the South Sectional Semifinals. “Overall, I think it was kind of a disappointment,” said...

Girls' softball starts undefeated

Girls' softball starts undefeated

The Newtonite • April 29, 2014

by MacKenzie Silvia Girls’ softball, 6-0, is hoping to clinch the North Division and advance to the State Tournament, according to junior Caitlin O’Hanley, a captain with junior Liv Sloane. O’Hanley...

Girls' indoor track enjoys dominating season, wins State Title

Girls' indoor track enjoys dominating season, wins State Title

The Newtonite • March 2, 2014
Throughout the past 25 years, girls’ indoor track has enjoyed large success statewide . . .
Photo by Matt Davis-Morin.

Boys' indoor track captures Bay State Conference title for 17th straight year

The Newtonite • February 27, 2014
For the 17th consecutive year, boys’ indoor track, 6-0, won the Bay State Conference title and also took home the . . .
Photo by Judith Gibson-Okunieff. See The Newtonite's Facebook for more photos.

Boys' gymnastics finishes undefeated

The Newtonite • February 24, 2014
Boys’ gymnastics finished its season undefeated, 6-0, and came in second by one-half of a point in the State . . .

With strong leadership, boys' indoor track dominates early on

The Newtonite • January 24, 2014
Boys’ indoor track, 5-0, has started off the season very successfully according to coach Jim Blackburn.

Girls' indoor track undefeated through first five meets

The Newtonite • January 24, 2014
Girls’ indoor track, 5-0, begun the season strongly, according to Coach Joe Tranchita.

Boys' cross country continues dominance, looks to stay undefeated through state meets

The Newtonite • October 29, 2013
Boys’ cross country, 11-0, continues to have a largely successful season, according to coach Jim Blackburn.
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