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About Our School |
Overview
The 850 member student body of Newton High School spans a diversity of backgrounds, interests, and personalities from Newton, Andover, and Green Townships. Proud of our rich heritage of over 128 years of academic excellence, we at Newton High School remain at the forefront of academic achievement and outstanding student performance.
In any comparison of SAT, HSPT scores or any other measurements of academic achievement, the students of Newton High School continue to outscore and outperform similar schools state-wide. Nowhere is this better illustrated than in the areas of the Academic League competitions in math, physics, biology, and earth science where Newton students are consistently at or near the top. Year after year the students strive for excellence, demonstrating not only their strength and the depth of our academic program, but the dedication of our students and the support of their families. It is these qualities which comprise the academic atmosphere that permeates Newton High School and continues to garner for our students honors such as Distinguished Garden State Scholar, National Merit Scholarship nominee, and Governor's School candidate.
In addition to their academic achievements, Newton's students also excel in other areas. The widely recognized and acclaimed Madrigal Singers set new records in competitions across the country. Similar examples abound as our students receive awards and notoriety with their selection to All-League and All-State athletic "Dream Teams," and with the fine examples they set as Scholar Athletes.
Newton High School is Sussex County's oldest high school. As such it boasts a long history of pride and performance. As in the past, today's Newton graduates go on to attend the finest colleges and universities, enter the workforce prepared for success, or opt for the armed services to continue their training and their fine records. No matter the direction our students take after high school, one fact remains: Our students - all of them - receive quality life prep-aration in a friendly and value-conscious environment which they take with them into their future endeavors. We are proud of our students, proud of the staff that teaches them, and proud of all that Newton High School stands for.
The Curriculum
Cognizant of the changing needs of our students as we move into the new century, and aware of the Atexturing@ of society itself, the staff and administration continue to assess our curriculum, making certain that we focus our efforts in areas of strength, at the same time modifying and updating our instructional patterns to prepare our students for a new world.
Supporting our college-bound students are such strong offerings as honors courses in Computers, Mathematics, and English, with Advanced Placement offerings in no fewer than seven subjects. An outstanding World Foreign Language Department offers multiple years of: Latin, French, German, and Spanish. Powerful Science and Math Departments provide students with preparation for college that others envy. Within these Departments, new worlds of understanding and experience become part of our students= education.
Making dramatic advances in the past several years is the Technology Department. As a result of an infusion of considerable funds, computers are now an integral part of instruction at Newton High, giving the students access to the Internet and advanced technologies that will enhance their learning experience. With significant progress already made in this area, the Newton staff continues to rethink, redesign, and revamp its technology offerings and access so that every student may enter college or the workplace with the latest and best training and skills.
Offerings in vocal and instrumental music complement the curriculum, as do art and drama. The state-recognized Agricultural Science program offers technologically advanced educational experiences which are unique in Sussex County.
Every student at Newton High School is important. Our Special Education Department has been recognized on the local, county, and state level for curriculum programs. Special services and instruction are most effective in preparing students with special needs for their entrance into college or the workforce.
The Interscholastic and Activities Program
With over 33 interscholastic sports available for our students, there is always plenty to do! Our entire extracurricular program is as noteworthy as it is diverse. Like many schools throughout the County, we traditionally have good - and often outstanding - teams. Many of those teams find themselves at the State level of competition. We witness these successes year after year, with our student-athletes receiving awards and recognitions at County and State levels. There is, one characteristic which sets our interscholastic programs apart: the level and quality of sportsmanship.
As a result of the attitudes and values that our coaching staff instills in our young people, we can always be proud of our students. Coaches and spectators from other teams often voice their compliments on the ANewton Attitude.@
Interscholastic sports are a part of all that is available at NHS. There is also a list of clubs, activities, events, and organizations that reflect an expansive range of interests. From Yearbook to Ski Club, from Students Against Violating the Environment to Future Farmers of America, it is all available to our students thanks to their own diverse interests, the support to Newton High School parents, and our dedicated and experienced staff.
Staff
Over fifty percent of the Newton High School faculty members have earned a Master's Degree, Professional Diploma, or Doctorate. Attendance at workshops and seminars keeps the staff current on educational need assessment, teaching methods, and philosophies. Numerous staff members have been the recipients of awards, honors, recognitions, or grants.
The Newton High School staff is characterized by authenticity, concern, and a personal commitment - all of which have an effect on the excellent staff-student relationship. The resulting climate fosters academic, social, and personal responsibility as the most significant priorities at Newton High School.
Counseling Services
The Counseling Services Department, equipped with the latest technology, assists students in exploring those avenues which are best suited to their interests and strengths. This supplements the individual personal counseling that our young people receive. In addition to helping students with the usual scheduling of classes and the confusion of college and job applications, counselors devote much time conferring with students and parents to help them with the transition from freshman year to graduation and beyond.
Our Counseling Services Department supports students through the difficult years of adolescence by helping them solve seemingly endless problems in an understanding, caring, and professional manner. Our experienced counselors are in tune with the students and work closely with them.
Higher Education Goals
Student college acceptances range from matriculation at very selective colleges and universities to open admission schools. Approximately eighty percent of the graduating class annually plan to continue their studies at a two- or four-year college or technical or business school.
A sampling of post-secondary institutions attended by Newton High School graduates may lend insight into the range of opportunities open to our students.
East Stroudsburg
SUNY - Cobleskill
Cornell University
University of Minnesota
William Paterson
Bloomsburg University
Rutgers University
Bryn Mawr College
Brown University
Boston College
Dartmouth
John Hopkins
Georgetown
Villanova
College of NJ
Wheaton College
Haverford College
Mount Holyoke
Moravian
Rider
Colgate
College Misericordia
St. Bonaventure
Ramapo College
Felician College
Northwestern College
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Additional Resources |
Please be aware that the following additional resources are available for your help at this time.
1. Newton Memorial Mental Health 800-841-4929
2. Family Crisis Intervention 973-300-1900
3. Sussex County Center for Prevention and Counseling 973-383-4787
4. Karen Ann Quilan Hospice 973-383-0115
5. Jewish Center for Sussex County 973-383-4570
6. Mount Calvary Baptist Church 973-579-5980
7. Faith Assembly of God 973-383-2424
8. Redeemer Luthern Church 973-383-3945
9. Methodist Church of Newton 973-383-4450
Dear Parents/Guardians:
Recent local, national, and international events have brought us all to a state of heightened awareness, and have encouraged a review of school district emergency plans. This letter is written to provide you with updated information on our planning should extreme emergencies occur, including acts of terrorism. It is important for you to know that in the event an incident occurs during the school day and depending upon the nature of the incident, a decision will be made in collaboration with local and state emergency management agencies to either dismiss, evacuate, or shelter. The following are guidelines on how the Newton Public Schools will generally respond to an emergency situation. Realize that these procedures may be altered depending upon the situation at the time of an incident. All announcements will be made over local radio and appear on the district's web site. AM Stations FM Stations Web site WNNJ-1360 (AM) WSUS-102.3 (FM) www.newtonnj.org WRNJ-1520 (AM) WHCY-106.3 (FM)
1. In the event we need to dismiss students during the school day, the district will follow the same procedure that is used for early dismissal due to inclement weather.
2. If a school building is being evacuated to another location, students will be escorted to a host school or temporary shelter. We will notify you over local radio stations and the district's web site.
3. If we cannot release children due to the seriousness of the incident, students will be kept in their school (shelter in place). You will not be able to enter the building nor will anyone be permitted to leave until the local emergency agency gives us an "ALL CLEAR" signal. The district is storing food and water in all of its buildings for situations like those described above.
Communication with parents in any disaster is important. If any emergency information has changed (such as work telephone number, cell phone number or emergency caregiver contact, etc.), please be sure to update the information at school.
Health and safety agencies recommend that families also make an emergency plan. The family plan should include how family members will communicate in an emergency, establish designated family meeting places should you not be able to return home, and make plans to practice home evacuation drills. Listed are some Internet resources for families that may assist you in developing your family emergency plans.
The New Jersey Office of Emergency Management provides information on a number of topics appropriate for emergency situations on its web site. http://www.state.nj.us/njoem
The United States Department of Homeland Security provides advice on making emergency kits, making emergency plans, and being informed on its web site. http://ready.gov
American Red Cross - Family Disaster Planning www.redcross.org/services/disaster/beprepared/familyplan.html
Are You Ready? A Guide to Citizen Preparedness www.fema.org/areyouready
In Their Own Words:9/11 Parents Help Other Parents and Schools with Lessons Learned www.healthyschools.org/downloads/wtcNTHEIROWNWORDS.doc
Terrorism: Preparing for the Unexpected - Family Resource (American Red Cross Disaster Services) Among actions to be taken described in this booklet about preparing for emergencies are:
1) create an emergency communications plan;
2) establish a meeting place; and
3) assemble a disaster supply kit. www.redcross.org/services/disaster/keepsafe/unexpected.html
Your children's safety is important to all of us. Our intention is not to make you anxious, but rather to alert you to our planning and readiness. In an emergency situation, a well-informed person responds much more calmly and effectively. It is my sincere hope that we never need to execute any part of our emergency management plan; however, I assure you that the Newton Public Schools will be ready should the need arise. Thank you for your understanding, cooperation, and support during these difficult times. |
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