Category Archives: Education/Enrichment

Affordable SAT and Math Private Tutoring!

Has your child been struggling to score well on the SAT, and it seems like their score just can’t go any higher? Winston Tutors is your solution. Founded by a current Newton South senior who has developed a unique approach to tackle the SAT, Winston Tutors promises RESULTS with a competitive price.

Students who have initially struggled with the SAT have seen their score increase by 300 points from just a few sessions with Winston. With over two years of experience helping high school students perform to their full potential, Winston Tutors will guide your child to success through an individualized study plan.

For inquiries, please contact Winston Jiang at 617-309-7910 or at wt*********@***oo.com. References from past students are available upon request.

3rd Community Forum on High School Start Time

3rd Community Forum on High School Start Time: Especially for Middle and Elementary Parents

Join the Brown and Oak Hill PTOs and the Newton South School Council to explore the research on teen sleep and starting high school later. We hope to continue the community conversation around the the impact of inadequate sleep on our teens and welcome middle and elementary parents to the discussion.

The featured speaker will be Dr. Christopher Landrigan, Director of the Sleep and Patient Safety Program at Brigham and Women’s Hospital and Research Director of Inpatient Pediatrics at Boston Children’s Hospital. Dr. Landrigan is also a Brown and South parent; he was the featured speaker at January’s High School Start Time Forum at Newton North. Catch up on the research and join the conversation—we look forward to seeing you there.

More information and resources on adolescent sleep and later start time on South School Council webpage.

April 6th, 7:00-8:30 pm
Brown Middle School Auditorium

Your March Donation Will be Matched!

Help Our Schools Close the Achievement Gap in Math—Your March Donation Will be Matched!

An anonymous donor has generously agreed to match up to $25,000 in donations to the Newton Schools Foundation during the month of March to support the Calculus Project! The Calculus Project is an ambitious effort to narrow the achievement gap in mathematics in Newton’s middle and high schools by increasing the number of African American, Hispanic and low-income students who enroll in and successfully complete higher level math in high school.

With just close to $9,000 in donations, they are 1/3 of the way to meeting the goal with just over two weeks left. Help NSF reach $25,000 to get the full match and have a profound impact on narrowing the achievement gap in our schools.

Please click here and Donate today!

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Save the Date: Mayor’s 1st Annual Community Discussion on Newton as a Welcoming City For All

Help us ensure that Newton is open to people of all races/ethnicities, religions, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, and disabilities.

On Thursday evening, April 7th, Mayor Warren will host the first annual community discussion focused on ensuring that Newton is a welcoming community to people of all backgrounds. The forum will include leaders from our community and beyond. This will be an opportunity for residents of all ages to ask questions, and join us in making Newton the most inclusive community it can be.

The discussion will be held in the War Memorial of Newton City Hall, located at 1000 Commonwealth Avenue, on Thursday, April 7th at 6:30 pm.

Public Speaking for Teens

Teens: Want to work on your confidence with public speaking? Join a four-part series that will help build communication skills and leadership, led by Lumos Debate. This program is cosponsored by the Friends of the Newton Free Library and Newton Youth Services.

This series is for grades 5-9 and when you register for this program, you are signing up for all four sessions. Wednesdays, March 30th, April 6th, 13th, and 20th, 4:00 pm, Newton Free Library 3rd Floor Rear Arc.

Summer STEM Camps for Grades 1-6!

Sylvan Learning’s Summer STEM Camps for Grades 1-6! Check out the Robotics/Coding Camps in July and August starting at $225 per week. To learn more, please click here: http://www.sylvanlearning.com/edge/sylvan-edge-camps

​Contact Korina Martin to sign up your children for a summer of learning and fun! She can b reached at 617-264-4150 or Sy**************@************ng.com.

Adult Knitting Class in Newton Center

Would you like to learn to knit? Do you know the basics but are ready to move beyond a scarf? Or have you finished a couple of projects and are ready to learn some new techniques and become more confident?

Register now for an adults-only knitting class taught by an experienced teacher:

 

In this class, beginners will develop a strong foundation of skills so that they can continue knitting many different types of projects. You’ll learn how to: cast on, knit, purl, create a border, read a pattern, identify and fix common mistakes, and bind off. More experienced knitters can expand their skills to cables, lace knitting, chart reading, and/or socks.

Tuesday evenings beginning March 29th , 7:00 – 9:00 pm OR
Wednesday mornings beginning March 30th, 10:00 am – noon

Cost: $75 for a 5-class pass
Location: Instructor’s home in Newton Centre

To register, email the instructor ma***********@***il.com. Payment information, address, and a list of materials needed for the first class will be sent promptly.

Community Forum on High School Start Time: Especially for Middle and Elementary Parents

Save the Date! Join the Newton South School Council to explore the research on starting high school later and the impact it has on our teenagers. We hope to continue the community conversation around the the impact of inadequate sleep on our teens and welcome middle and elementary parents to the discussion.

The featured speaker will be Dr. Christopher Landrigan, Director of the Sleep and Patient Safety Program at Brigham and Women’s Hospital and Research Director of Inpatient Pediatrics at Boston Children’s Hospital. Dr. Landrigan is also a Brown and South parent; he was the featured speaker at January’s High School Start Time Forum at Newton North. Catch up on the research and join the conversation—we look forward to seeing you there.

More information and resources on adolescent sleep and later start time here http://newtonsouthptso.org/school-info/school-council/.

Community Forum
April 6th, 7:00-8:30 pm
Brown Middle School Auditorium

Teen Programs next week @ the Library

Starry Night Pastel Workshop: Work in tandem with artist Greg Maichack to draw Starry Night with pastels on black paper. For teens and adults.  March 14th, 4:00 or 7:00 pm, Druker Auditorium.

Teen Crafterhours: Meet on the third Tuesday of every month to make crafts and eat snacks. This month you’ll be painting terra cotta pots for Spring. Grades 6-12. March 15th, 7:00 pm, second floor Teen Area.

PLFAG Presents: Community Safe Spaces Workshop: Join a presentation that unpacks LGBTQ+ terminology and raises awareness about gender identity and sexual orientation. Sponsored by Newton Youth Services. March 16th, 7:00 pm, Druker Auditorium.

Teen Tinker Club: Use littleBits to invent new things! Bits snap together with magnets to make circuits in seconds. Tinker Club is brought to you with federal funds provided by the Institute of Museum and Library Services and administered by the Massachusetts Board of Library Commissioners. Grades 6-12. Space is limited, please register online. March 17th, 4:00 pm, second floor Teen Area.

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