Newton Middle School

We will be offering a new Forensic Science Course during zero period from 7:05 am to 7:45 am for all students. The class will be semester long (Aug - Dec / Jan - May) and students can sign up for either semester. Students in zero period will have a total of 7 classes with two electives. Students in zero period will have an opportunity to get their breakfast and take it to class. If interested, please email Mr. Ma (danma@hlpusd.k12.ca.us) or Mrs. Ayala (dayala@hlpusd.k12.ca.us).

Newton School Site Council (SSC/SDM)
The School Site Council (SSC) is an elected group of teachers, parents, classified employees, and students who work with the principal to develop, review, evaluate, and allocate funds for school improvement programs.
This year, NMS has two open positions for parents and two for students to join the SSC. If you or anyone you know are interested in being a part of the SSC team please click on the link for online form or fill out the paper form and return to the front office. Please submit your interest by Friday, August 30th at 4:00 pm.
Online Form
Paper Form (English)

Paper Form (Spanish)

Paper Form (Chinese)

Newton PTA
Newton PTA plays an active role in the middle school and sponsors many fun and educational events throughout the year. It is a great way to be involved in your child’s education and learning experience.
Newton PTA is currently  accepting nominations for the 2019 - 2020 Executive Board. The following positions are open for the upcoming school year: Vice President, Secretary, and Treasurer.
If you are interested in running for a board position, please submit your information online or return to front office. Last day is Aug. 30th.
Online Form
Paper Form

A great opportunity to get a head start with your reading logs now!

Independent reading is a research proven strategy that increases students reading comprehension as well as test scores.  At Newton every student is required to do independent reading nightly and complete a reading log weekly. As a way to encourage your child to read this summer and to get a head start for the upcoming year, students will be allowed to turn in a maximum of 4 reading logs. They will turn them in to their ELA teacher at the beginning of the school year and will earn credit for four weeks of their choice. The reading logs must be filled out completely and correctly for full credit.  Please encourage your child to read a variety of books, nonfiction and fiction.  

Please review all the attached documents for more information.

Breakfast FREE for all students
Lunch: $2.25

Online Meal Application (click here)

Wed, July 24th from 9 am to 12 pm in Room A1
Please email Mr. Ma @ danma@hlpusd.k12.ca.us to sign up.

WEB (Where Everyone Belongs)

Interested in making a difference at Newton? We are currently looking for more 7th & 8th graders who are interested in becoming a WEB Leader for the upcoming school year. The WEB Team will also be an auxiliary branch of our ASB to help with school events. Please review the information letter for more information and contact Mrs. Ayala (dayala@hlpusd.k12.ca.us) to apply.