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Participation in COVID-19 Testing

As NPS prepares for a full in-person return to school for students at all levels, they are STRONGLY ENCOURAGING families to enroll their student (s) in the COVID-19 testing program. Testing is one of the best ways we have to quickly identify infection and reduce the possibility of in school transmission. Here are 3 reasons to enroll:

  • It’s easy! Complete the opt-in in Aspen (here’s the link!) High school students then create an account at JCM (do it here!) for access to a QR code they use to check in their sample. Pre-K – 8th grade students will receive their QR code from school staff.
  • It’s painless! This is NOT the “touch your brain” swab! This is a sample taken from the front of your nose with a Q-tip like swab. It’s super-fast and painless.
  • It makes a difference! The more students who participate, the better data we have on infection rates in our community. This means we can quickly identify infection, reduce the risk of in school transmission, limit quarantines, and keep our schools, athletics and other important activities open for the rest of the year!.

Bonus reason: This testing program is FREE to all families! Please consider enrolling your student today. Thanks in advance for doing your part to keep our schools safer.

FORJ Asian American & Pacific Islander (AAPI) Solidarity Night

Come join parents, students, teachers, and community members to support our Asian American Pacific Islander (AAPI) community through an evening of learning and connection! You will learn about:

– the historical and systemic roots of violence and discrimination against AAPI communities
– how AAPI communities are suffering in terms of mental health and how to help
– ways to support our young people, family members and friends during this difficult time

With special guest Facilitators Michele Leong and Charlene Beh from NNHS and breakout rooms for participants to connect with each other in small groups later in the session.

RSVP here or through the attached flyer. Hope to see you there!

Sponsored by FORJ NSHS (Families Organizing for Racial Justice @ Newton South)

April 14th, 7:00 – 8:30 pm, with open discussion until 9:00 pm

Save the Date for SPY KIDS: A Drive-In Movie Event

Save the Date for SPY KIDS: A Drive-In Movie Event

Newton Community Pride is excited to announce their first Drive-In Movie of 2021! Bring your friends and family and watch SPY KIDS on a 40 foot screen from the comfort and safety of your car at the former Aquinas College parking lot off of Jackson Road.

Tickets and registration required. $25.00 per car. Limited Capacity. Tickets go on sale  April 16th.

May 15th, 8:15 – 10:15 pm

NewtonSERVES Returns

Newton Community Pride, in partnership with the City of Newton, is pleased to announce the return of NewtonSERVES.

With a limited capacity and the health and safety of all staff and volunteers as top priority, this local premier service project is scheduled for May 2nd. Strict adherence to the rules and restrictions for the event will allow us to enjoy a day of community service while ensuring everyone remains compliant with COVID protocols.

Mark your calendars “Volunteer Registration” opens on April 9th.

May 2nd, 9:00 am – 4:00 pm Rain or Shine

Newton CPC Update

The April 13 CPC Meeting agenda is now available online for review. This will be a virtual meeting. No in-person meeting will take place at City Hall.

To view and participate on your phone, download the “Zoom Cloud Meetings” app in any app store or at www.zoom.us. Click on “Join a Meeting” and enter Meeting ID: 86059601964 or, to view and participate on your computer, at the stated date and time, go to www.zoom.us, click “Join a Meeting” and enter the following Meeting ID: 86059601964

You can also access the meeting online at https://us02web.zoom.us/j/86059601964
One tap mobile: +13017158592,,86059601964#

April 13th, 7:00 pm via Zoom Continue reading

John M Barry Boys & Girls Club April Vacation Week

Come and Enjoy the Fun! In a safe socially distance environment. Arts, STEM, Social Recreational Games, Challenges, Daily Physical Activity, and weather permitting Outside Activities.

Members must bring appropriate outside gear to participate in the outdoor activities, as well as a lunch, afternoon snack, water and extra masks.

Register today..! https://newtonbgc.imiscloud.com/NewtonBGC/2021-April-Vacation.aspx

Lions Golf School

Lessons for boys and girls Grades 5 through Grade 9 which are good for anyone interested in trying out for high school golf or who just wants to learn about golf. No experience
needed. Cost is $25.00 per day or $65.00 for all 3 days.

Run by coaches of, former and current players of the Newton South Lions golf team. Other clinics to be announced soon, private lessons, zoom sessions, on course sessions, and more. If interested, please email Feinberg.justin@yahoo.com or call or text 6175849979

April Vacation clinic April 20th – 22nd,  10:00 – 11:00 am
Leo Jay Martin Course,  Weston

Youth Tennis Clinics

Looking for a Tennis program to help strengthen and refine your child’s skill? Look no further than Youth Tennis Clinics at JCC Greater Boston.  Led by JCC Tennis Director and Boston College Assistant Women’s Coach, Doug Maynard, each week-long clinic will provide instruction and play within a progressive format using red, orange, green, and yellow balls designed for different ages and abilities.

For ages 8-14. Early bird pricing ends May 1st. Non-member cost is $265.00/member cost is $225.00. For more information and to register, visit bostonjcc.org/tennisclinics or contact youthtennisclinics@jccgb.org.

Weekly sessions run Monday-Friday from June 21st – August 27th, 8:00 am – 12:45 pm (depending on age).

333 Nahanton Street, Newton

Elementary COVID testing webinar

NPS will host a webinar for Pre-K and elementary families to learn more about COVID-19 testing in school. For more information on COVID-19 testing process and procedures, please visit this page on the district website https://www.newton.k12.ma.us/Page/3826

March 30th, 6:30 – 7:30 pm via Zoom

Please click this URL to join.https://newton-k12-ma-us.zoom.us/j/87600031683
Passcode: 401494

Or join by phone (for higher quality, dial a number based on your current location): US: +1 301 715 8592 or +1 312 626 6799.

PTO Council Needs a Newsletter Editor & Newsletter Tech Help

PTO Council has hosted an email newsletter feed to all of our elementary, middle and high schools families for over a decade. It has been a great way for our families to stay connected to all the extracurricular events going on in our busy and engaged city. Without a new volunteer, this city-wide newsletter feed will be stopped at the end of the school year.

We need a volunteer to take on the weekly editing.

We need a volunteer to help with the tech side – it is time to rework our old methods.

Email co-presidents@newtonptocouncil.org if you are interested in learning more.