Spring 2012 MCAS scores were released to the public on September 19th. The Patch’s coverage can be veiwed h

ere and the disctrict’s full results are posted here on the Department of Education’s website.

 “A teacher affects eternity; he can never tell where his influence stops.”  ~ Henry Adams

 It’s that time of year again to honor exceptional Newton teachers and staff who have touched your child’s life. The suggested donation is $25.00 per teacher/staff member.

 Newton Schools Foundation celebrates Newton Public Schools teachers and staff by:

·       Notifying honored teachers and staff of your gift via letter

·       Listing all honored teachers and staff in the Newton TAB and Patch

·       Sharing honoree names with the Superintendent and Principals

·       Ensuring your donations go to support teaching & learning in Newton schools.

To honor a teacher or staff person go to www.newtonschoolsfoundation.org.

Members of the School Committee and School Administration are visiting PTO’s and School Councils throughout the spring and fall of 2012. If your school hasn’t scheduled a visit,contact: Di***********@***********ma.us
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Here is a  link to the handouts from these visits.

June 15th is the last day of school. School will be dismissed at 12:00 noon.

 The School Committee is scheduled to meet Monday, March 26th at 7:30 pm in the Ed Center. The agenda includes a final vote on the fiscal 2013 budget as well as an item on swing space at the Carr School. For the full agenda, please click here.

Video of Dr. Fleishman’s presentation of the Newton Public Schools’ FY13 budget can be viewed here on NewTV’s website.