Newton’s School Committee voted to cut down busing for students attending private schools, citing funding issues.
NPS Teachers Express Concern Over Compensation, Turnover of Teaching Assistants and Special Educators
Contract negotiations between the NSC and the Newton Teachers Association (NTA) have been ongoing since December 2022.
Newton Residents Speak Out Against NPS Budget Cuts at Public Hearing
The public hearing took place after interim superintendent Kathleen Smith announced projected cuts to staffing across the school district.
Newton School Committee Unanimously Approves Anna Nolin as Next NPS Superintendent
The final two candidates participated in community forum interviews before a final decision was made by the school committee on Friday.
Newton Residents Voice Opinions for and Against Override
On March 14, Newton residents will vote on three ballot questions regarding the Mayor’s proposed $15 million tax increase.
Override Vote Failure Would Cause Gap in NPS Budget, Superintendent Says
If it passes, the March 14 election would override Massachusetts’ Proposition 2 ½, which places a cap on annual increases in levy limits.
Mayor Details Desired Impact of Proposed Tax Increase on Newton Public Schools at Town Hall
Funds resulting from the increase will mostly go toward funding city projects, with an emphasis on improving the Newton Public Schools.
Committee Looks for Next Newton Public Schools Superintendent
The search follows former Superintendent David Fleishman’s retirement in June.
NPS Superintendent Will Step Down at the End of the School Year
Newton Public Schools (NPS) Superintendent David Fleishman announced on April 7 that he will step down from his position at the end of the school year.
School Committee Approves NPS Budget, Including 17.7 Full-Time Equivalent Job Cuts
The Newton School Committee approved Newton Public Schools’ (NPS) fiscal year 2023 budget by a margin of 8–1.