Newman PTC

Kindergarten Parents' Night Out
2022-10-06 18:30 - 21:00 (America/New_York)
With the start of the new school year, the Newman PTC has planned an adult social for Kindergarten parents.
This event is an opportunity for parents/caregivers of Newman Kindergarten students to meet, ask questions, and discuss their experiences from the first few weeks of school. We will have refreshments, including snacks and wine/beer. This event is for adults only!
It is weather permitting and will be subject to cancellation if rain is likely. The rain date will be October 13.
Street parking is available. Please walk or carpool if possible.
RSVP with Evite

Volunteer at Cradles to Crayons
2022-10-01 13:00 - 15:00 | Cradles to Crayons Giving Factory, 281 Newtonville Ave, Newtonville, MA, 02460, United States
This is an opportunity to provide your child with a hands-on experience, surrounded by other Newman families! (281 Newtonville Ave., Newtonville, Mass.) Sign up here. (Sign ups will close Thursday at 5p)
And, you are welcome to send in any donation items with your kids this week. Boxes will be located by the main entrance of Newman. The PTC will also be in the morning driveline on Friday!

Principal Parent Coffee
2022-09-30 08:45 - 09:30 | Newman Elementary, 1155 Central Ave, Needham, MA, 02492, United States
From Principal Jessica Peterson: I would like to invite all Newman families to a Principal Parent Coffee on Friday, September 30th at 8:45am in the Newman Cafeteria. During this time, I will be available to share information about district curriculum and approaches to student learning; in addition our instructional coaches will be available to answer questions.

Please RSVP here by Tuesday, September 27th, if you plan to attend –> https://tinyurl.com/3dvz6fkn

First PTC Meeting of the year
2022-09-28 19:00 - 20:00 | Zoom
Mark your calendars for our first PTC meeting of the year! Join us on 9/28 at 7p via Zoom. We will be joined by Principal Jessica Peterson and Newman Guidance Counselors Stephen Croft, Heather Murphy and Sara Jane Noguiera. Register here.

2nd Grade Parents' Night Out
2022-09-28 18:30 - 21:00
With the start of the new school year, the Newman PTC has planned an adult social for 2nd grade parents.
This event is an opportunity for parents/caregivers of Newman Kindergarten students to meet, ask questions, and discuss their experiences from the first few weeks of school. We will have refreshments, including snacks and wine/beer. This event is for adults only!
It is weather permitting and will be subject to cancellation if rain is likely. The rain date will be Friday, September 29.
Parking is available at Needham Junction, and the hosts’ home is a short walk up Chestnut Street. Please walk or carpool if possible.
RSVP with Evite

Gun Safety Beyond the Active Shooter Drill
2022-09-28 18:30 - 20:00 | Broadmeadow Elementary School, 120 Broad Meadow Rd, Needham, MA, 02492, United States
Wednesday September 28th, 6:30-8pm, Broadmeadow Elementary School’s Performance Center
Refreshments will be served. RSVP & Donate here

1st Grade Parents' Night Out
2022-09-23 18:30 - 21:00
With the start of the new school year, the Newman PTC has planned an adult social for 1st grade parents.
This event is an opportunity for parents/caregivers of Newman 1st grade students to meet, ask questions, and discuss their experiences from the first few weeks of school. We will have refreshments, including snacks and wine/beer. This event is for adults only!
It is weather permitting and will be subject to cancellation if rain is likely. The rain date will be October 13.
Street parking is available. Please walk or carpool if possible.
RSVP with Evite

Curriculum Night (Grades 2, 3, 4)
2022-09-21 19:00 - 19:45 | Newman Elementary, 1155 Central Ave, Needham, MA, 02492, United States
Wednesday, September 21st:
Curriculum Night
7:00-7:45 Grades 2,3,4

Please note that parking can be extremely challenging and carpooling and/or walking is highly encouraged.

Curriculum Night is an opportunity for teachers to share information regarding all that students will learn this school year.

In addition, teachers will share important information about the routines of the classroom and special events that will take place. We ask that specific questions about your individual child be forwarded to your child’s teacher via email or discussed during conferences in November.

We also would like to share information about our specials classes in which your children participate weekly.
Find out more about PE, Music, Art, Spanish, Technology, and Media classes at Newman –> https://tinyurl.com/mrxfjx7r

Curriculum Night (Grades K, 1, 5)
2022-09-21 18:15 - 19:00 | Newman Elementary, 1155 Central Ave, Needham, MA, 02492, United States
Wednesday, September 21st:
Curriculum Night
6:15-7:00 Grades K, 1, 5

Please note that parking can be extremely challenging and carpooling and/or walking is highly encouraged.

Curriculum Night is an opportunity for teachers to share information regarding all that students will learn this school year.

In addition, teachers will share important information about the routines of the classroom and special events that will take place. We ask that specific questions about your individual child be forwarded to your child’s teacher via email or discussed during conferences in November.

We also would like to share information about our specials classes in which your children participate weekly.
Find out more about PE, Music, Art, Spanish, Technology, and Media classes at Newman –> https://tinyurl.com/mrxfjx7r

Diversity, Equity, & Inclusion Committee Parent Welcome Mixer
2022-09-21 17:00 - 18:00 | Newman Elementary, 1155 Central Ave, Needham, MA, 02492, United States
We are so glad YOU are part of the Newman Community!
Let’s kick-off the new year by getting to know one another now that we are back in person. Please join the Newman PTC Diversity, Equity & Inclusion (DEI) Committee on September 21 between 5-6pm in the Courtyard by the front entrance of Newman just prior to Curriculum night so we can welcome new families, reconnect with old friends, meet new faces, and see one another in person!
As a Newman Community, we want to continue to create opportunities for parents to meet and get to know one another. This event is purposely scheduled just prior to Curriculum night when you’re already planning to be at Newman. So please stop by to say hi to one another before going in to meet with your teachers.
RSVP on Evite
Please reach out to inclusion@newmanptc.org if we can help coordinate transportation or you have any questions or suggestions. We welcome you to get involved in our committee however you can!
Our Newman PTC DEI Committee’s mission is to work to celebrate diversity of all kinds and promote inclusive practices for students, families, and staff throughout the entire Newman Elementary School community.
We look forward to seeing you!

School Committee Meeting - September 20
2022-09-20 18:30 - 19:30 | Broadmeadow Elementary School, 120 Broad Meadow Rd, Needham, MA, 02492, United States
School Committee will meet on Tuesday 9/20, at 6:30pm. There will be a 2022-2023 Human Resources Report, discussion of the 2021 MetroWest Adolescent Health Survey Results, and FY2024-2028 Draft Capital Improvement Plan Requests.
Full agenda and viewing info: http://www.needhamma.gov/Calendar.aspx?EID=24003

Needham SEPAC Meet & Greet
2022-09-20 09:30 - 10:30 | Needham High School
Parents and guardians of students of all ages are invited to meet Needham’s SEPAC team and special education administrators for coffee.
Tuesday, September 20, 9:30-10:30 am
Tent at Webster St entrance to Needham High School
For more info, visit needhamsepac.org/

First day for Kindergarten
2022-09-01 08:30 - 15:00 | Newman Elementary, 1155 Central Ave, Needham, MA, 02492, United States
Thursday, September 1st:
8:30 – 8:45am – Arrival and 1st Day of Kindergarten (Meet in the courtyard out front)

Kindergarten Meet the Teacher
2022-08-31 10:00 - 22:30 | Newman Elementary, 1155 Central Ave, Needham, MA, 02492, United States
Wednesday, August 31st:
10:00 – 10:30am – Kindergarten Meet the Teacher

First day of school (Grades 1-5)
2022-08-31 08:30 - 15:00 | Newman Elementary, 1155 Central Ave, Needham, MA, 02492, United States
Wednesday, August 31st:
8:30 – 8:45am – Arrival and 1st Day of School – Grades 1 to 5 (1st grade students meet teachers in the courtyard out front; students in grades 2-5 go straight to class)–Students only please!

Meet the Teacher (Grades 1-5) & Principal Popsicle Party
2022-08-30 14:30 - 16:00 | Newman Elementary, 1155 Central Ave, Needham, MA, 02492, United States
Tuesday, August 30th:
2:30 – 3:00pm – Meet the Teacher Grades 1/2
3:00 – 3:30pm – Meet the Teacher Grades 3/4/5
3:30 – 4:00pm – Principal Popsicle Party, Newman Playground

Calling all Kindergarten Families
2022-08-29 16:00 - 17:30 | Newman Elementary, 1155 Central Ave, Needham, MA, 02492, United States
The Newman PTC is hosting a playdate at the Newman playground on 8/29 from 4:00-5:30pm. All family members are welcome to attend.
This is a great opportunity for the incoming students to meet their classmates and for parents/guardians to meet each other. The PTC will be serving popsicles, and handing out lawn signs.
