SPRING BREAK is FINALLY here! I hope you all find a moment to cherish these moments together! If you didn’t know… these middle school years are going to be referred to as “the good ol’ days” you will talk about a few years from now! Enjoy every moment!!
CMAS TESTING
CMAS Testing Information
Beginning on April 7th, students across the state will take the Colorado Measures of Academic Success (CMAS or CoAlt) which assess what students need to know and be able to do at the end of each grade level according to the Colorado Academic Standards. In grades 6-8, students will take the English Language Arts and Mathematics assessments. Students in grade 8 will also be assessed in Science. In addition, our school was selected by the Colorado Department of Education for grade 7 students to complete the Social Studies assessment this year. For additional information, please refer to the CMASTesting 2024-2025 Notification - Newton Parent Letter.
The statewide assessments are designed for all students and are a part of our school accreditation and federal requirements. Make-up tests will be necessary for those absent; therefore, we request that you please try to avoid medical/dental and other appointments during testing times. For specific dates and times, please refer to the NMS Testing Schedule.
8th Grade VOLLEYBALL
Last week of 8th grader girls volleyball regular season games take place AFTER Spring break! The schedule is:
Monday: Practice after school
Tuesday: Newton HOME v. POWELL
Wednesday:Practice after school
Thursday: Newton AT GODDARD
Good Luck ladies!!!
7th Grade Volleyball
Next game is Wednesday April 2 Newton AT POWELL! Go get em!!
Battle of the Books
We have our next Battle of the Books meeting this week! See you then!
WEB
Current WEB Leaders, if you love movies and pizza, make sure to mark your calendars for Thursday, May 8th! We will have a WEB Movie Night on the learning stairs, starting at 5:30! See Mrs. Barto or Ms. Holland if you have questions. Please don't forget to RSVP so we can make sure we have enough food! (The link is on our WEB Google Classroom.) Bring pillows, wear (appropriate) PJs, bring blankets. It has been a great year of leadership and we want to celebrate YOU See you there!!!
8th Graders looking to play Softball at Arapahoe HS
What: Arapahoe Softball Information Meeting (for Fall 2025 season)
When: THIS Tuesday April 1st, 6:15-7:00 PM (doors will be open at 6)
Where: AHS Tiered Classroom E1287 (entered at Bubble Entrance on east side) - walk toward the main office and the room is on the Right before you get to the office.
Who: A parent/guardian and the player (current 8th grade students as well)
PBIS
We could use more items for our April Code shop. Please bring items by April 2.
Picking your child up early… What to do???
Just a friendly reminder that if you are going to pick your child up during the school day, PLEASE CALL AHEAD. If you have an appt at 3pm, call long before then. It can take upwards of 15 minutes to get your child to the office if you just show up without alerting us ahead of time.
Some options:
Call the attendance line
Put it in the parent portal in the morning
Call the main office line
Remember that you being in a rush does not mean we will be able to find them any faster.
From our Mental Health Team:
Here is some information from our Mental Health team at Newton! Please take a moment to read some information from our Social Workers! They are amazing!!
https://secure.smore.com/n/6fazc-mental-health-caring-corner?ref=email
Yearbook:
Now's Your Chance!
We can't guarantee your student will get a yearbook unless you order now! We are turning in our final copy count this Friday, so there will only be a limited number of extras available after this date. Once the ones we order are accounted for, your child will be out of luck! The Newton Middle School Yearbook staff is working hard to make sure they create a memorable keepsake for all students and staff. Don't miss out!
If you would like to pre-order the 24-25 yearbook follow this link.
To Order a Yearbook:
Enter “7571” or Search for “Newton Middle School”
Click “Order Yearbook”
Click on “Student/Teacher” for Buy This Item and Enter Students Name
Checkout and Pay, Price is $43.99
Clinic Information:
How Sick is Too Sick for parents seeking guidance for when an ill student should stay home or return to school after an illness. This also has guidance for Covid
You Gotta Have Faith
You Gotta Have Faith club meets again this Friday morning. This is a student-led club where students come together to celebrate their Christian beliefs and embrace the love of God! Everyone is welcome—no matter who you are or where you’re from! Students will share a brief message from fellow kids, pray together, and lift each other up with support and encouragement. Come as you are and experience the joy of community and faith! Friday mornings in room 0527 (Mr. Wood’s room), 7:55-8:15 AM.
NO NAME CLUB!!
No Name Club is every Wednesday from 3:30-4:30 in the art room! Create art, play games, and hang out with friends! See Mrs. Winschuh or Mrs. Andrews with questions! Just a few more to pay fees… please pay them as they go towards the snacks and the fees to pay our staff to stay!
Grading…
Have you had questions about what your kids' grades mean? Here is a picture that may help you know a little more about how they are learning…
High School Visits for current 8th Graders:
FUTURE ARAPAHOE STUDENTS OF CLASS OF 2029
Future Arapahoe Warriors- This is an exciting time as you embark on your journey as a high school student. Please know AHS is here to support you and have worked hard to simplify the registration process. The best place to start is by exploring the AHS course guide, The Pathfinder, and the AHS Registration Website. Our Class of 2029 Registration Worksheet will help you organize your course selections that will be entered into Infinite Campus.
Littleton High School Info:
Littleton High School, home of the Littleton Lions, is delighted to welcome eighth graders from Newton Middle School to visit LHS. Our shadow days are done for this year.
Heritage High School Info:
We want the chance to share our love of Heritage High School with your students. We look forward to meeting you and sharing what we think makes Heritage such a special place to be! Go Eagles!
Shadow Calendar & Sign-Up
SHADOW DAYS FOR THE 2024-2025 SCHOOL YEAR:
Tuesday, April 22, 2025 8:15-10:15am
Next week’s schedule:
Have a great week! Please remember to charge your chromebooks!
Best,
Brian Wyckhuyse
Principal
Newton Middle School
