As one of four middle schools in the city, Oak Hill Middle School seeks not only to educate its students in the academic sense, but also to instill in them respect for individuals and their differences. Like the district's other three middle schools, Oak Hill participates in the after school EEE program - Excellence, Enrichment and Exploration. This program includes activities such as sports and student clubs like yearbook, newspaper and math team. Lead by Principal Eva Thompson, students at Oak Hill continuing in the Newton Public Schools matriculate to Newton South High School. Oak Hill is accessible by the #52 MBTA bus, which stops nearby at the intersection of Wheeler Street and Meadowbrook Road.
Sunday School for Jewish Studies is a one-day-per-week program that holds classes on Sundays during the school year. It offers an innovative approach to Jewish education, and "welcomes children from all backgrounds, with any level of religious experience." It serves kids in grades 1 to 7. Tuition for the year is $1,185, and for kindergarten $325. Prospective students and parents may sit in on a class before signing up.
Located in the village of Newton Centre, Bowen Elementary is one of the larger public elementary schools in Newton. As shown through the peace pole in front of the building, Bowen takes pride in the unity of different cultures at its school. The large mural that wraps around the back of the school also represents the diverse community at Bowen Elementary.
As one of 15 public elementary schools in Newton, Bowen follows much of the same curriculum as the other public elementary schools in town. It also has a large playground, basketball courts, picnic tables and soccer fields located behind the school. The school is lead by Principal Diana Guzzi.
Bowen Elementary School is a half-mile walk from the Newton Center MBTA stop (green line, D branch). The #52 MBTA bus also stops nearby at the intersection of Parker Street and Cypress Street.
Serving the Ward School as a certified board of instructors, the staff at the Ward After-School program specializes in creating a comfortable learning environment for children as they grow into young adults. Go to the website and contact the director for more information about how to enroll.
Temple Emanuel is a conservative synagogue with more than 1,100 families in its membership. The temple is egalitarian and offers a wide variety of social, religious and educatioanl activities. Services are held every Saturday and a tot shabbat is also held each month. Check their website for accurate start times. Parking is limited.
Located in Newton Center, Newton South High School is one of two public high schools in Newton, with the other being Newton North High School in Newtonville. Most students that attend Newton South come from Brown and Oak Hill Middle Schools which are located just on the other side of the high school's athletic fields.
Students at the school have access to a wide range of AP courses and electives, preparing them for a life of higher education and success after high school. The student body is broken up into four "houses" -- Goldrick House, Goodwin House, Cutler House and Wheeler House -- each with its own housemaster, secretary and guidance counselors.
Newton South High School is a half-mile walk to the #52 bus, which stops at the intersection of Parker Street and Roosevelt Road.
Located in the village of Newton Center, Memorial-Spaulding Elementary School strives to create an environment where children, faculty and parents can learn, grow and be valued for who they are. Led by Principal Lisa McManus, the staff at Memorial-Spaulding aims to help students grow to their fullest potential and become effective contributors to society. With about 440 students, Memorial-Spaulding is one of the larger public elementary schools in the city.