The Brown PTO is organizing a special February candy bar to show appreciation for our faculty and staff and we are asking Brown families to help by donating items. We are looking for individually wrapped candy (e.g. Lindt chocolates, Hershey Kisses, or hard candy) or individually wrapped cookies (e.g. Milano, cookie variety packs, etc.). Hot chocolate/coffee will also be provided. Click the link above for more information and to sign up.

Sign up here!

Items may be shipped to or dropped off any time before Tuesday Feb 9th at the address in the enclosed Sign-Up Genius.

Want to donate but don’t have the time? Please Venmo @Debbie-Kuronen (last four digits are 8224) and we will purchase items for you!

Thank you in advance for your generosity!

Co-chairs: Debbie Kuronen and Yael Gill

It has become a special Brown MS Tradition for our Chinese Language Program to host a Lion Dance performance as part of their Lunar New Year Celebration at school enabling our students to experience the joy, excitement, and cultural significance of this important celebration.

With vibrant drums, dazzling colors, and dynamic movements, the Lion Dance is believed to bring good luck and fortune while driving away negative energy. This performance will be a memorable and enriching cultural experience for all of our students.

In this past, this event has been underwritten by one generous individual. Unfortunately, that sponsorship is no longer available so we are reaching out to our caregiver community to cover the reasonable $450 cost for this full school performance.

Please consider a contribution in any amount to PTO Lunar New Year Donations

Thank you for your consideration and support. Your generosity will help create a special moment of shared joy, learning, and community for our students.

Please check Parent Square for an important announcement about South Incoming Family Night for Class of 2030 from NSHS Principal Stras on March 5th at 6:30 pm (in-person).

Additionally, on February 12th at 4:45 pm, NPS will hold a tour of Career and Technical Education Programs at Newton North (information about these programs will also be available at the March 5th event).

And, on March 12th at 7:00 pm there will be a Grade 8 Sports Night at the NSHS Field House to meet representatives from the HS athletic teams and learn more about the offerings.

Some more information for our 8th grade families who will be moving up to Newton South High School:

• In late February the NSHS Deans will present to the 8th graders about what to expect.
• Teachers and Counselors will then speak with the students about recommended core classes.
• Recommendations will be recorded in Aspen and parents will have an opportunity to address, discuss and potentially change any concerns.
• The NSHS course book will be fully digital, and teachers and counselors will help students access the information and formulate their requests for electives (also to be reviewed by parents).
• Registration is an iterative process that happens mid-late April and can be reviewed and amended as necessary.

Newton South High School Teen Summer Expo

Tuesday, February 10 | 5:00 pm – 7:30 pm | 140 Brandeis Road, cafeteria

Meet in-person with the directors of more than 75 of the best summer enrichment programs for students ages 12-18 and efficiently find the perfect summer opportunities. From local day programs to worldwide adventures, there are programs for every interest and budget.

The Expo includes pre-college programs on university campuses, academic enrichment, community service, teen tours, test prep, traditional summer camps, STEM, internships, theatre arts and music, language learning, outdoor adventure and much more!

The Expo is FREE and open to everyone. Parents should attend with their teens and bring friends.  To see the programs attending go to www.TeenSummerExpos.com. For more information: Newton South.

Pre-register here to get in quickly and receive a reminder.

NCE Winter/Spring Clubs

Winter/Spring middle school clubs are open for registration, with offerings such as Dungeons & Dragons, Babysitting/CPR, and EmpowHER: Movement, Strength, & Mindset! Families can explore and register through the new NCE Registration Portal. Scholarships are available through NCE’s Financial Assistance program.

NCE Summer Camps

2026 summer programs are now open for registration. Middle school options include Basketball (Boys and Girls).

• Tues., Feb. 3, 7:30PM: Brown MS School Council Meeting
• Wed., Feb. 4: Parent/Teacher Conferences
• Thurs., Feb 5: Early release day (11:20AM dismissal)
• Wed., Feb. 11:  Teacher Appreciation Candy Bar in Jordan’s Corner from the PTO
• Wed., Feb. 11: Parent/Teacher Conferences
• Feb. 14 – 22:  Vacation Week
• Wed., Feb. 25: Parent/Teacher Conferences
• Thurs., March 5: Grade 8 Open House at NSHS, 6.30PM
• Thurs., March 12, 7pm: Grade 8 NSHS Sports Night
• Mon., March 16:  Grade 5 Parent Information Night in auditorium, 7PM