The last week! It’s here!! Thanks for everything parents and guardians!!
Monday, 8th grade v. Staff Dodgeball game
Tuesday May 20, 8th grade get yearbooks in homeroom
Wednesday, 8th Grade Continuation practice
Thursday May 22, 6th/7th get yearbooks at lunch
Thurs May 22, 8th Grade Continuation 1:30-3pm
Fri May 23, 6th/7th Grade Awards Ceremony
6th Grade 8:30
7th Grade 10:00am
Dismissal is at 1pm on Friday!!!!
An Incident to share info about from Tuesday.
On Tuesday, we had an incident that occurred after school involving individuals from Gideon’s International. Each year, members of this organization stand on public sidewalks near many secondary schools in the area, including Newton Middle School, and offer students copies of the Bible. This activity is not affiliated with Newton Middle School or Littleton Public Schools. Again, this is not allowed on Newton Middle School grounds. Sometimes we receive prior notice of their arrival; however, most often, they show up unannounced, and we become aware as students are being dismissed.
This year, however, two individuals were found in areas on our campus where they are not permitted. When I was informed that someone was near our bus loop, I responded immediately and asked him to leave school grounds. He complied and moved to the public sidewalk along Colorado Boulevard. Shortly after, a parent alerted me to another man distributing bibles on the sidewalk along Arapahoe Road near our Athletic Entrance. As I approached him, he moved toward the Albion entrance to our parking lot, where I encountered two additional individuals attempting to give out bibles. I engaged them in a brief but firm conversation regarding appropriate boundaries, and they chose to pack up their belongings and leave.
Over the past 48 hours, I have worked closely with our district administration, district security, School Resource Officer, and have reached out to Gideon’s International to address this situation directly and ensure expectations are clearly understood moving forward. They sent two representatives from their organization today to meet with me and apologized repeatedly for not following their organization's guidelines.
I also want to take this opportunity to encourage conversations at home. This is a good moment to talk with your student about how to respond in these types of situations—whether to engage or politely decline—depending on your family’s values. Some students may feel uncomfortable saying "no," and it's helpful for them to know that it’s okay to do so respectfully. Please don’t hesitate to reach out to me if you have any questions or concerns.
CHROMEBOOK CHECK IN
Chrome books AND Chargers are due Monday OR Tuesday. Please make sure the students bring them to school on their given day. Not having the charger will automatically signal a Lost Fee.
Monday Chrome Book Turn in: ALL 6th Graders; 1st period Mr. Wood and Ms. Timinski
Tuesday Chrome Book Turn in: All 8th Graders and All Hirko; 4th/6th Wood/Timinski/Moraja
Pay your fees and fines!!
Please take a look in your parent portal. We have many outstanding fees!!
STUCO Update (FINAL SPIRIT WEEK)
Monday: Red and Black Out Day
Tuesday: Superhero Day
Wednesday: Cozy Day (No Pillows/Blankets… only day for flannel pants)
Thursday: Decades Day (*6/7 only as 8th has continuation)
Friday: Hawaiian Shirt Day
Library Books were due before today, May 16!
As we approach the end of the school year, please return any overdue library books. Books were
If a book has been lost, there will be a fine to help cover the cost of replacement. We truly appreciate your support and understanding.
Summer Performing Arts Opportunity
If you are looking for some fun experiences this summer in the area of Performing Arts, please check out this great summer opportunity. Click here for more information about Performing Arts Academy!
Arapahoe High School Summer Sports Camps
Check out these summer camps at Arapahoe HS! CLICK HERE!
Littleton High School Summer Sports Camps
AIM Summer Sports Camp at Littleton High School
Run with the Lions Summer Camp at Littleton High School
Next week’s schedule:
Have a great weekend!!
Best,
Brian Wyckhuyse
Principal
Newton Middle School
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