Newtown Public Schools

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National Junior Art Honor Society Induction Ceremony held Tuesday at Newtown Middle School. Local Artist Peter LeFloch spoke to the inductees about his personal journey of becoming an artist, his process of mixing his own pigments and his current and future work.

Reed's annual Color games event was a success! Color games is a week-long event that encourages students to take part in class tasks and activities and earn points for their hands-on work and written responses. The goal for each homeroom is to ensure that all classmates participate, work together in positive ways, build team spirit, and demonstrate good sportsmanship. One house per grade level wins the event and the winning house is provided with an extra recess and popsicles. PTA supplied classroom teachers with all of the materials that were needed for these “minute-to-win-it” activities.

At the end of the week, each grade level participated in their finale event, with fifth grade students attending on Thursday and sixth grade students on Friday. House points are totaled and the house with the most number of points is declared the winner. This year, our Green House won the event with a total of 19,284 points, whereas Blue House earned 17,991. All students did an amazing job and we would like to extend our gratitude to the Reed PTA for hosting an amazing event!

Each month, the Newtown Rotary Club honors students who exemplify academic dedication, kindness, and community service. Congratulations to this month’s recipients:

Newtown Middle School – Julia Jolly (Grade 8)
Julia Jolly embodies the Rotary values of kindness, dedication, and service. A strong student and active participant in softball, morning announcements, and the Peer Mentor program, she also lends her time to babysitting and playing the piano. Julia’s warm smile, inclusive nature, and quiet confidence make her a positive role model who brightens every corner of the school community.

Newtown High School – Blake Detz (Senior)
Blake Detz is recognized for his leadership through kindness and generosity. A talented technology student, Blake supports both peers and teachers, transforming his Video Game Design class into a collaborative and engaging environment. Beyond academics, he volunteers with the Special Olympics Polar Plunge and serves in the Tools for Living program, demonstrating compassion and a deep commitment to helping others.

Please join us in congratulating Julia and Blake for representing the true spirit of Service Above Self!

A huge CONGRATULATIONS to Girls Soccer Coach Adam Bourret who was named 2025 SWC Girls Soccer Coach of the Year! Great job Coach, we are so proud of you!

Congratulations to our Girls Cross Country team on an amazing season. A special shout out to Keeley Ferriter, Natalie McLean & Nadia Andrew on making 2nd Team All State!

We are proud of you!

The Nighthawks recently hosted their annual Soccer tournament bringing together athletes from across the region for a day filled with teamwork, sportsmanship, and fun.

A huge thank you to all the fans that came out and supported these amazing kids.

The Football and Cheer teams, along with the Hawks Nest joined together for a special fundraiser in support of Breast Cancer Awareness Month. Decked out in pink, the Nighthawks showed their spirit on and off the field, raising funds and awareness for an important cause.

Between T-shirt sales and donations. over $3000 will be donated to The Pink Chair Project, a local organization providing comfort nationwide, supporting Breast Cancer patients one chair at a time. Please see the link below for more information on this amazing organization.

https://www.thepinkchairproject.com/

Way to go Nighthawks!

Congratulations to our Boys Soccer team on an amazing Season. Shout out to our award recipients:

All-SWC

Ryan Payne

James D'Amico

All Colonial

Jonah Kaiser

Makakai Ortner

Justin Redrovan

Kaio Dos Santos

Congratulations to Girls Soccer on a fantastic season. A well deserved shout out to our award winners.

All SWC

Ana Morris

Delia Stango

All Colonial

Leah Morris

Lyla Kopp

Addie O'Leary

Makenzie Fregoe

In order to help families avoid the accumulation of large negative lunch balances, the district will be implementing the following steps:

• At $25 or more: Parents/guardians will be notified by email.

• At $50 or more: School personnel will contact you directly.

• At $75 or more: A formal letter will be mailed home from the school.

• If balances continue to grow without an effort to reconcile: Families will be contacted by the Central Office.

Please note: Students with a negative balance are not permitted to purchase a second lunch or snacks until the account is brought current.

Our goal is to support families in staying up to date with lunch accounts and to prevent larger debts from accumulating. By connecting families with school personnel, we hope to assist you in making online payments or, if eligible, applying for free and reduced-price lunch.

Click on the link for instructions on how to set up a MY SCHOOL BUCKS account so you can keep your account current.

Our PTA (Parent-Teacher Association) is a group made up of parents, teachers, and sometimes community members who work together to support our schools. The primary goal of our PTAs is to build a strong connection between families and schools to create a positive learning environment for students. PTAs often organize activities and events that benefit students, such as fundraisers, family nights, and volunteer programs. These events help raise money for classroom supplies, field trips, or other school needs that may not be covered by the school budget.

In addition to fundraising, the PTA acts as a bridge between parents and school administrations. They advocate for students by addressing concerns or providing feedback to school leaders. PTAs also host meetings, or informational sessions to keep parents informed about important issues, such as curriculum changes, testing schedules, or educational policies. By fostering collaboration among parents, teachers, and administrators, our PTAs plays a crucial role in enriching the school community and supporting student success.

You can find a link to each school's PTA by clicking on this link.

Several of our schools are in need of student support services staff. If you enjoy working with kids, we encourage you to visit our employment opportunities page.