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  • Newton and the Opioid Epidemic

    Newton and the Opioid Epidemic

    No Regrets: Newton and the Opioid Epidemic, Thursday, October 6, 7pm – 9 pm, Newton North High School (457 Walnut St)
    Newton and the Opioid Epidemic
    Mayor Setti D. Warren and Rep. Kay Khan invite you to Save the Date for this fall program sponsored by Newton PATH.  The program features If Only, a short film by James Wahlberg and interactive panel discussion with special guest Middlesex District Attorney Marian Ryan and others affected by this epidemic.  For all teens and adults.
    More information about the event and Newton PATH (the host organization) is here:   www.newtonma.gov/gov/health/humansvcs/opioid.asp
  • Boston Magazine’s Best High Schools

    Boston Magazine’s Best High Schools

    Best High Schools in Massachusetts from Boston Magazine’s 2016 list.

    Best Public High Schools in Boston 2016

    The Top 10

    1. Dover-Sherborn Regional High School
    2. Lexington High School
    3. Weston High School
    4. Wayland High School
    5. Newton South High School
    6. Wellesley High School
    7. The Bromfield School
    8. Acton-Boxborough Regional High School
    9. Bedford High School
    10. Winchester High School

    Newton North High School ranked #35.

  • Back to School Letter from Superintendent

    Back to School Letter from Superintendent

    Dear Families,

    I hope you have enjoyed the summer. It is a great pleasure to welcome both our returning families and those new to our schools.

    The start of the school year is a wonderful time for anyone involved in education because it allows us to develop new goals, build new relationships and embark upon new challenges. Our Systemwide Goals this year highlight both academic and social and emotional learning. While improving student achievement remains the most important part of our mission, we know it is also essential to focus on the social and emotional needs of our students. I look forward to updating you on some of our key initiatives over the course of the school year.

    This summer, our faculty and staff further developed their own knowledge and skills by taking courses and participating in workshops. We have also done work that requires extensive time for reflection, research, and collaboration, such as revising and updating curriculum units, sharpening our abilities to use data, reworking curriculum units to incorporate the ever-growing possibilities of instructional technology, and planning improvements to the social and emotional structures and supports for students.

    Those of you who have traveled on Beacon Street and Beethoven Avenue probably have noticed that the Zervas School is progressing nicely and will be ready for new students in a year. When Zervas leaves their temporary space at the Carr School, Cabot students and staff will move to Carr as the Cabot renovation will begin in the summer of 2017. We are also excited to welcome our preschool students to their new facility (formerly Aquinas), which will at long last give our program sufficient space. In the fall we will update our long-range facilities plan as we continue the exciting work of rebuilding and renovating our school buildings.

    One of the most important parts of my job is to be in our schools on a regular basis working with staff and students. I also look forward to hearing from you and addressing your questions and concerns. To that end, School Committee members will again join me for parent meetings in each of our 22 buildings. New this year, we will also utilize social media channels and a new district app to highlight some of the exciting work happening throughout our district, provide updates on facilities construction, and facilitate easy access to important school information. Visit our district webpage for more information.

    As we begin again, please accept my best wishes for a wonderful school year.

    Sincerely,

    David Fleishman

    Superintendent of Schools

    Superintendent Fleishman’s Commencement Speech Controversy

  • Writing Contest for Teens and Adults

    Writing Contest for Teens and Adults

    Story Shares, a nonprofit organization devoted to inspiring reading practice and improving literacy skills, has launched its annual “Relevant Reads Story of the Year” writing contest. The call-for-entries began Aug. 23, 2016 and has a submission deadline of Dec. 31, 2016.

    Teen Writing Contest

    The contest is seeking submissions of books for young readers in a variety of genres including historical fiction, horror/suspense, fantasy and overall diversity. The contest also has a “For Teens by Teens” category and accepts submissions by youth (under the age of 18) who wish to contribute their unique voices to the organization’s growing library. Submissions can range in length from 1,000 to 10,000 words. Full details and submission guidelines area available at StoryShares.org/contest.

    Like most writing contests, the Story Shares “Relevant Reads” contest offers cash prizes along with publication in both digital and print form. Awards range from $500 to $3,000. But unlike most writing contests, there is no submission fee and those who submit work to Story Shares will have a real opportunity to make a difference. The organization has established a broad network of readers across 44 states and 26 countries who are waiting for fresh content to consume. These readers use the stories in Story Shares library to improve literacy skills, either by themselves or with their teachers.

    Writers will not only have a wide audience at their disposal, but even more importantly, their stories will become a part of the organization’s mission to change the literacy landscape for teens and young adults around the country (and the world) who struggle to read.

    Story Shares works to empower and inspire struggling readers of all kinds, including English language learners, students with learning disabilities such as dyslexia, and students from low-income communities who have fallen behind in literacy skills and reading comprehension. The organization’s mission is truly a matter of changing an entire landscape.

    More information about the “Relevant Reads Story of the Year” writing contest including contest guidelines, submission instructions and official contest rules are available at StoryShares.org/contest.

  • Soccer on the Mat ™ Registration OPEN!

    Soccer on the Mat ™ Registration OPEN!

    Soccer on the Mat ™ registration is open!  CLICK HERE TO REGISTER

    First session starts Nov 9th and 10th – register by Oct 1st for early bird pricing.

    Soccer on the Mat ™ is an innovative soccer and yoga program developed by Boston College Women’s Soccer Head Coach, Alison Foley, and hosted exclusively at Artemis Yoga in Watertown. Each class is designed to:

    • Improve soccer fitness and footwork technique while decreasing soccer-specific injuries
    • Build and celebrate physical and emotional growth with drills, poses and conversation
    • Strengthen both the body and mind of the soccer athlete
    • Grow confidence and body awareness through teamwork and mindfulness focused activities

     

    Soccer on the Mat – 2016-2017 Schedule

    • Eight-week series starts in Nov 2016 and Jan 2017
    • Classes on Wednesday and Thursday afternoons
    • Student may sign up for 1 or 2 classes a week
    SESSION DAY TIME DATES
    Session 1 Wednesday or Thursday 4:00 to 5:30pm November to January

    Nov 9/10– Jan 11/12

    8 weeks—$200

    EARLY BIRD – $160
    Session 2 Wednesday or Thursday 4:00 to 5:30pm January to March

    Jan 18/19 – Mar 15/16

    8 weeks—$200

    EARLY BIRD – $160

    *no class during public school vacation weeks

     

    Pricing

    • Save 20% with Early Bird Pricing*
    • *Register by Oct 1st for Session 1, by Dec 1st for Session 2
    • Student may sign up for 1 or 2 classes a week

    Location

    • Class held at Artemis Yoga, 639 Mt. Auburn Street (Rt. 16), Watertown, MA – a beautiful new facility
    • Located right next to Belmont & Cambridge – near Deluxe Town Diner, Red Lentil, Sevan
    • Convenient parking

    REGISTER HERE

     

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  • Part-Time Job at Harvard Business School

    Part-Time Job at Harvard Business School

    *Web Technologist *
    LHT position, 15-17 hours per week
    Department:  MBA Program
    End Date: Jan 31, 2017 with a possibility of reappointment

    Part-Time Job at Harvard Business School

    The MBA Program at Harvard Business School has a part-time position available, with primary responsibility for updating and maintaining a number of the program’s internal and external websites. The position is a 4 month term position, with a possibility of extension, and has the following primary responsibilities:

    -Gathering website feedback and coordinating responses / changes
    -Basic web maintenance: adding links and pages
    -Building web forms
    -Partnering with the IT team for technical projects
    -Documenting changes, policies, and procedures
    -advising a team that is working on a native iOS and Android app with embedded web content

    A successful candidate would be fluent in HTML, and comfortable with SharePoint and CSS. Strong writing skills, and the ability to document and set guidelines in multiple formats (text and video, e.g. Camtasia) are very welcome. Schedule is negotiable, though the ability to regularly travel to the HBS campus is required. BA/BS desired.

    To apply, email resume and cover letter to kbilotta@gmail.com.

  • Laurie Halse Anderson at Wellesley Books

    Laurie Halse Anderson at Wellesley Books

    Laurie Halse Anderson’s Ashes, the final book of the Seeds of America trilogy!

    10/18/2016

    7:00pm

    Wellesley Books

    Central Plaza

    82 Central St

    Wellesley, MA 02482

    Laurie Halse Anderson

    ABOUT THE BOOK
    Return to the American Revolution in this blistering conclusion to the trilogy that began with the bestselling National Book Award Finalist Chains and continued with Forge, which The New York Times called “a return not only to the colonial era but to historical accuracy.”

    As the Revolutionary War rages on, Isabel and Curzon have narrowly escaped Valley Forge—but their relief is short-lived. Before long they are reported as runaways, and the awful Bellingham is determined to track them down. With purpose and faith, Isabel and Curzon march on, fiercely determined to find Isabel’s little sister Ruth, who is enslaved in a Southern state—where bounty hunters are thick as flies.

    Heroism and heartbreak pave their path, but Isabel and Curzon won’t stop until they reach Ruth, and then freedom, in this grand finale to the acclaimed Seeds of America trilogy from Laurie Halse Anderson.

    ABOUT THE AUTHOR
    Laurie Halse Anderson is a New York Times bestselling author known for tackling tough subjects with humor and sensitivity. Her work has earned numerous ALA and state awards. Two of her books, Speak and Chains, were National Book Award finalists. Chains also received the 2009 Scott O’Dell Award for Historical Fiction, and Laurie was chosen for the 2009 Margaret A. Edwards Award. Mother of four and wife of one, Laurie lives in Northern New York, where she likes to watch the snow fall as she writes. You can follow her adventures on Twitter @HalseAnderson, or visit her at MadWomanintheForest.com.

    **Purchase your copy of Ashes from Wellesley Books for the opportunity to meet Laurie and have her sign your book.**


  • Valeo FC Boys Make Elite National Soccer Teams

    Valeo FC Boys Make Elite National Soccer Teams

    3 Valeo Boys Chosen for U.S. Youth Futsal National Team

    U.S. Youth Futsal has announced the rosters for its youth national teams and 3 Valeo FC boys were selected.
    After a year-long identification process that concluded with a National I.D. Event player pools were announced with Marc Kim – 2005, Patrick Leal – 2003 and Zachary Sardi-Santos – 2003 making the teams.
    Valeo FC Boys Make Elite National Soccer Teams

    Valeo Player Asked to Join 2016 U.S. Soccer Youth National Team Futures Camp

    Valeo is pleased to announce that Michael Tsicoulias was asked to join the 2016 U.S. Soccer Youth National Team Futures Camp over Memorial Day weekend.
    The Futures Camp is an important identification event that is a part of the U.S. expanding development initiatives.
    “The aim of the YNT Futures Camp is to select the most talented players in the ’01 and ’02 birth years who also happen to be on a later physical development growth path, with the goal of eliminating the relative age effect on talent identification. This program will help us to more easily showcase the technical and tactical skills that every National Team player must possess”, says Kyle Theilacker; The National Teams Coordinator.
    “We have some truly outstanding young players in this year’s player pool,” noted U.S. Youth Futsal Director of Coaching Ty Stauffer. “I look forward to seeing them compete against international competition.”

    11 Valeo FC Players Chosen for the New England Revolution Academy Teams

    The New England Revolution has announced their Academy rosters for the 2016-17 U.S. Soccer Development Academy season. In total, 76 players from the New England region were selected for the Revolution Academy squads. The Academy will return 39 players, while 37 new players have been added, 11 in total coming from Valeo FC, the most of any club. The Revolution Academy has expanded for the 2016-17 season, which will be the inaugural season for the Under-13 team.
    Entering its ninth season, the Revolution Academy is the only fully funded, professional youth development program in New England, and competes in the prestigious U.S. Soccer Development Academy as well as the MLS Generation Adidas Cup. Qualified and talented players are accepted into the program without regard to their financial situation. All players’ needs and expenses related to soccer activities – training, facilities, equipment, uniforms, travel associated with competitions – are provided by the Revolution at no cost to the players or their families.
    Below is a list of the Valeo players selected:
    2016-17 NEW ENGLAND REVOLUTION ACADEMY ROSTER
    Jonathan Ferreira
    F
    Ashland, Mass.
    2001
    Valeo FC
    Declan Sung
    M
    Newton, Mass.
    2001
    Valeo FC
    Youmy Telemaque
    M
    Dorchester, Mass.
    2001
    Valeo FC
    Liam Carpenter-Shulman
    M
    Amherst, Mass.
    2002
    Valeo FC
    Max Johnston
    D/M
    Newton, Mass.
    2002
    Valeo FC
    Michael Tscoulias
    F
    Newton, Mass.
    2002
    Valeo FC
    Mathew Leal
    M
    Newton, Mass.
    2003
    Valeo FC
    Patrick Leal
    M
    Newton, Mass.
    2003
    Valeo FC
    Morris Matthews
    D/M
    Cambridge, Mass.
    2003
    Valeo FC
    Zachary Sardi-Santos
    D/M
    Newton, Mass.
    2003
    Valeo FC
    Felipe Viera
    F
    Malden, Mass.
    2003
    Valeo FC
  • Kids and Teen Yoga OPEN HOUSE at Artemis Yoga

    Kids and Teen Yoga OPEN HOUSE at Artemis Yoga

    Just in case you are looking for additional fall activities, Artemis Yoga in Watertown is hosting an open house week to try our kids & teen yoga classes.

    Artemis Yoga Watertown

    The studio is new this past year so looking to get the word out to the local area. We are just on the border of Cambridge & Belmont on Rt 16 in Watertown.

    FREE YOGA CLASSES – KIDS & TEEN OPEN HOUSE WEEK – SEPT 26, 27, OCT 1

    Artemis Yoga Watertown

    Please sign up in advance at this link for the open house class or call 617-393-3590. A flyer is attached.

    Location: Artemis Yoga, 639 Mt. Auburn Street, Watertown, MA

    • K-Gr 2 (age 5-7) – Monday – 3:45pm–4:30pm

    o    FREE CLASS – SEPT 26TH

    o    Series – Oct 3– Dec 19 – 11 weeks—$132

     

    • Gr 3-5 (age 8-10) Tuesday– 3:45pm–4:45pm

    o    FREE CLASS – SEPT 27TH

    o    Series – Oct 4– Dec 13 – 11 weeks—$132

     

    • Middle School, Gr 6-8 (age 11-14) – Tuesday– 4:45pm–5:45pm

    o    FREE CLASS – SEPT 27TH

    o    Series – Oct 4– Dec 13 – 11 weeks—$132

     

    • Teen, Gr 9-12 (age 14+) Saturday– 11am-12 noon

    o    FREE CLASS – OCT 1ST

    o    Series – Oct 8– Dec 17 – 11 weeks—$120

    Kids and Teen Yoga OPEN HOUSE at Artemis Yoga

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