
#184DaysofBrave: Day 56
The Halsted Student Council is participating in Project Self Sufficiency’s “Stuff the Stocking” event. Please consider donating new toys and/or gift cards for families needing presents to give their children during this holiday season. Donations will be accepted until December 5th and can be brought to room 208 or the main office lobby. Thank you!


Today we celebrate Educational Support Professionals Day and send a huge thank you to all of our support staff that help keep Halsted running!


#184DaysofBrave: Day 55
You're invited to the Community Schools Family Pancake Palooza taking place this Friday from 5:30-7PM at HMS!


#184DaysofBrave: Day 54
A reminder to 8th grade families and friends: Tonight, is 8th grade parent night at Newton High School! The fun starts at 6:30 PM. Take a tour of the school, visit teachers in classrooms, and learn about what makes Newton High School special.


#184DaysofBrave: Day 53
Mr. Miller would like to send a big congratulations to all who came out to audition for this year's Spring Musical! The cast list (below) was posted today and the first rehearsal will be held tomorrow after school!


#184DaysofBrave: Day 52 On Monday scholars and staff came together in observance of Veteran's Day to honor those that have served for our country. A remembrance table and remembrance cards were placed inside our front door, so that the Halsted community could honor our Veterans together!


#184DaysofBrave: Day 51
5th grade students worked together to build words by analyzing Greek and Latin roots, identifying prefixes and suffixes to unlock new meanings. By breaking down each word, they strengthened their understanding of language and expanded their vocabulary with confidence.





#184DaysofBrave: Day 50
Congratulations to Evan Hutchens on being accepted to the National FBLA Middle School Student Leadership Council!You have shown a dedication to FBLA and a passion for contributing to our organization. You will now represent all middle school students from around the United States and help build our national middle school program We are so excited for you, you make Halsted and the Newton School District so very proud!


#184DaysofBrave: Day 49
Last week, visitors from Weis came to work with our MD students and showed them how to make pizza from scratch!










#184DaysofBrave: Day 48
Today, we honor and remember the brave men and women who have served our country. On this Veterans Day, let us express our gratitude for their sacrifices and dedication. Thank you for your service! 🇺🇸 #VeteransDay #ThankYouVeterans


#184DaysofBrave: Day 47
Last week, our 6th graders traveled to Memory Park to help clean and make our community a better place!





#184DaysofBrave: Day 46
On Friday, 5th grade Band students traveled to Allentown, PA to see our very own Dr. Young perform in a wonderful performance put on by the Allentown Band!


Sign-Ups available for our local Mountain Biking team!


#184DaysofBrave: Day 45
On Thursday, scholars and staff sported their best Halloween costumes to celebrate the spooky season!









#184DaysofBrave: Day 44
On Wednesday, scholars and staff wore Hawaiian gear during our Red Ribbon Week to remind others to "Lei" off Drugs!





#184DaysofBrave: Day 43 On Tuesday, scholars and staff dressed in their best peace signs and tye dye to say peace out to drugs!



#184DaysofBrave: Day 41
Today, Mr. Miller announced that our Spring 2025 Musical is Chitty Chitty Bang Bang Jr.! Audition packets and information can be picked up in the main office. Auditions will be held on 11/12 and 11/13. Show dates are 3/28, 3/29, and 3/30 of 2025!


#184DaysofBrave: Day 41 Yesterday, we kicked off Red Ribbon Week by wearing Red to represent being proud to be drug free!



#184DaysofBrave: Day 40 A great big shout out to Sofia McKenna! Congratulations on being accepted to the New Jersey State FBLA Middle School Committee! You have shown a dedication to FBLA and a passion for contributing to the organization. You will now represent all middle school students from around the state of NJ and help build our NJ state middle school program. We are so excited for you, you make Halsted and the Newton School District so very proud!


#184DaysofBrave: Day 39 Scholars are getting to celebrate our Red Ribbon Week against drugs! Don't forget to dress up each day to show your support! Also, scholars who took part in our Walk to School event on Tuesday got to take part in an extra recess incentive today!


