Category Archives: Education/Enrichment

Spring and Summer etiquette classes

These 5-day & 8-week long etiquette classes for grades 2-12 cover topics such as improving social and communication skills, projecting confidence, combating shyness, strengthening self-esteem and leadership skills, navigating friendships, resolving conflict, understanding social cues, basic manners, table manners, and more.

Give your child the gift of manners this year! A gift that will last a lifetime. Now enrolling for spring and summer classes in Boston and Newton! For more information and to enroll visit theetiquetteacademy.org or call 617-608-3920.

The  Etiquette Acadeny of New England

March is Newton Unplugged and Connected

Unplugged and Connected! reminds us there is more to life than what is on the other side of a plug. The 2016 calendar provides suggested activities and events for friends, families and neighbors to enjoy together. Please visit www.familyaccess.org and click on the Newton Unplugged link on the main menu or go directly to the calendar at:
http://familyaccess.org/wp-content/uploads/Uplugged-2016-Final.pdf.

Shop at Whole Foods on March 1st and benefit Historic Newton

Shop at either of the Newton locations (647 Washington Street and 916 Walnut Street) of Whole Foods Market on March 1st and each store will generously donate 5% of net sales for the day to Historic Newton. Come in anytime between 8:00 am and 10:00 pm to shop.

Learn more about Historic Newton at their information table from 11:00 am to 1:00 pm and 4:00 to 8:00 pm. Historic Newton is proud to count Whole Foods as one of its corporate members.

Huntington Lecture featuring Jen Price*

An intellectual treat: To emphasize a commitment to scholarship, the principal and North’s PTSO are sponsoring a series of lectures by faculty and community members on a wide-ranging variety of topics of interest to all. The series encourages faculty and parents to get to know one another in an intellectual and professional setting.

All are cordially invited to attend: The Achievement Gap – Another View

Dr. Price’s* doctoral dissertation entitled, “Sharing Students’ Background: Does it Make a Difference”, focused on the achievement of students from low income families. She investigated whether sharing the low income status of students with their teachers made a difference. She found that this simple, yet slightly controversial, intervention had a statistically positive impact on multiple measures of student achievement. Dr. Price will share the findings of her work and discuss the implications this analysis had on Newton North, and the potential impact her research might have on a larger scale.

March 10th, 4:00 to 5:00 pm, light refreshments will be served
Film Lecture Hall, Newton North High School
Please RSVP to Jeanne White, 617 969-6734 or e-mail: ba********@***il.com

* Jennifer Price, PhD from Harvard Graduate School of Education, current Superintendent of North Andover Public Schools, former Principal of Newton North High School, and originator of the Huntington Lecture Series while at NNHS.

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.

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

Materials that matter

The Innovation Institute’s At the Frontiers program for grades 8-12 will begin March 16th. This year’s focus is “Materials that Matter”. This year’s specialists are an all MIT & Harvard team of postdocs and advanced grad students from some of the hottest research lab’s in materials sciences and engineering–materials transforming how we will live and work.

Classes will consist of 11 weeks of discussions and labs with specialists who change as the topics do. Topics to include:

  • molecular structure of materials
  • materials and biomechanical signatures
  • “programmable matter”

For additional information, please visit http://theinnovationinstitute.org/at-the-frontiers or contact Jennifer Montana at 617 340-9907 or via email mo*****@********************te.org.

March 16th – June 3rd, 7:00 –  8:30pm

Community Needs Assessment Survey

The West Suburban YMCA wants to hear from as many Newton residents as possible! The Y, a cause-driven organization, is hosting an Online Community Needs Assessment Survey to seek input from community members.

Based on the survey findings, the Y will design and deliver new programs and services that address critical issues in the areas of youth development, healthy living, and social responsibility. To participate, please click here: http://surveys.ymcaexchange.org/f/178236/1d38/

Teen Theatre Cabaret

Kids learn how to act and sing in a teen theatre cabaret at the Leventhal-Sidman Jewish Community Center. Under the direction of theater professionals, teens will learn about acting through song and explore how to interpret and connect to the lyrics to tell a story. Teens will also receive professional vocal, acting and dance training.

Class will culminate in a performance to be held on May 22nd at 7:00 pm. Geared for teens ages 13-17 years old, cost is $375.00. Register at bostonjcc.org/teencabaret or for more information, contact ar********@***gb.org or 617-558-6486.

March 6th – May 22nd from 4:15-6:00 pm
333 Nahanton Street, Newton on Sundays

STEAM Summer Program for kids ages 6-12

Come to an Open House for the STEAM Summer Program for kids ages 6-12 in Brighton. From puzzles and games to programming and painting, there is something for every student! The Studio of Engaging Math’s summer program offers kids the chance to experience just how fun science, math and engineering can be.

The hands on activities focus on the most engaging and exciting STEAM topics: science, technology, engineering, art & math. Learn about geometry by drawing tessellations and making beautiful origami. Study structure support by building bridges. Play strategy games to strengthen critical thinking and reasoning. Build a house of your dreams with a 3D modeling program. Learn how to program by making your own video games and animations. Have fun and learn at the same time! For more information, please visit: http://engagingmath.com/site/summer-program/ or 617-903-3168.

Open House February 26th, 6:00 – 8:00 pm
Studio of Engaging Math
www.engagingmath.com

Newton Reads: “I’ll Give You the Sun”

Join Newton Reads: On the Same Page, a month-long community reading program. Throughout March, the Newton Free Library will host a series of events related to the 2016 selection, “I’ll Give You the Sun” by Jandy Nelson. It is a story of first love, family, loss, and betrayal told from different points in time, and in separate voices, by artists Jude and her twin brother Noah.

The idea for Newton Reads began when Newton teens expressed their desire to improve communication with adults about difficult topics. By reading the same book, we hope to broaden and deepen an appreciation of reading and encourage the Newton community to share their experiences. We believe that community connection and inter-generational discussion are essential to promoting tolerance and cultural understanding. To learn more click here: Newton Reads.

Check out this year’s choice and join the discussion! Mark your calendar for the following Newton Reads events. All events are for teens and adults take place in Druker Auditorium, unless otherwise noted.

March 14th, 4:00 or 7:00 pm: Starry Night Pastel Workshop*
March 16th, 7:00 pm: PFLAG Presents: Community Safe Spaces Workshop
March 20th, 2:00 pm: Book Discussion @ L’Aroma Café & Bakery
March 24th, 7:00 pm: Skype with Jandy Nelson
March 30th, 6:30 pm: To Infinity & Beyond: The Afterlife
March 31st, 7:00 pm: Book Discussion @ the Newton Free Library (3rd Floor Rear Arc)

*Registration (required) begins February 22nd. Please register for one workshop.