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Superintendent's Newsletter 5.9.2025

Posted Date: 5/09/25 (2:29 PM)
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Family Newsletter   |  May 9, 2025
 
Dr. Jennifer O'Neill
joneill@norton.k12.ma.us
@joneill727 

Superintendent’s Message

This week, NPS celebrated both Teacher Appreciation Week and National School Nurses day. We are extremely fortunate to have such incredible educators and nurses working with our students to make school a fun and exciting place to learn and grow. Thank you to all of our staff for all that they do each and every day for our students, for making our schools safe and inviting spaces for families, and for making me look good! So often I hear from our families about the impact that our educators have on their child or their family- thank you for sharing these stories with me. I am so proud to have the opportunity to lead Norton Public Schools and our staff is what makes our school community so special. Happy Teacher & School Nurse Appreciation! 
 

Global Education in Norton

During the April break, I had the opportunity to travel with 57 Norton High School students to Greece for one of our Global Education tours and it was certainly a trip to remember! 

Norton Public Schools began our Global Education program in 2017 and since then over 250 Norton students have traveled the world to a variety of locations including Portugal, Thailand, the Dominican Republic, Italy, France, Spain, and the U.K. The Global Education program exposes students to language, culture, and service - broadening their horizons and giving them perspective on how others live and work in places around the world. 

Additionally, Norton High School also offers a Global Citizenship Initiative Program (GCIP), which is open to all students at NHS. The GCIP promotes global competence and 21st century skill development.  The utilization of interdisciplinary study, community service, international travel and programming will increase global awareness, cultural understanding and the appreciation of diversity.

Global travel opportunities are open to all Norton High School students. If you are interested in learning more about future travel, please reach out to the NHS Teachers below! 

 

Alarming Chromebook TikTok Trend

This week, Director of Instructional Technology, Mrs. Karen Winsper alerted families and staff to a concerning social media trend, particularly on TikTok, encouraging students to insert objects like pencil lead, paperclips, or push pins into the openings on their Chromebooks.

While some challenges may seem harmless, this one poses serious risks, including electrical shock, fire hazards, and significant damage to school-issued devices. This damage may disrupt student learning and will result in a $250 replacement fee and disciplinary action as outlined in the student handbook.

We urge families to speak with their children about the dangers of this trend and the importance of using technology safely and responsibly. Thank you for helping us keep our students safe.

 
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NEED Spring Auction

The 2025 NEED Spring Auction is underway and runs through May 16th! This is NEED's biggest fundraiser all year to raise money for the teacher grants awarded each fall. Please click here to check out the 177 packages included in the auction.

Visit their website to see the amazing grants NEED has been able to fund, directly impacting student learning. We are so grateful for all the work NEED does to support our school community!
 
UPCOMING EVENTS

May 9th

Norton High School Term IV Grades 9-11 Warning Notices

May 14th

School Committee Meeting

May 19th

Town Meeting

May 28th

School Committee Meeting

June 4th

Class of 2025 Graduation

June 11th

School Committee Meeting

June 12th

Last Day of School Little Lancers

June 13th

Last Day of School Kindergarten

Early Release Norton High School - Final Exams

June 16th

Kindergarten Screening by appointment for incoming students

Early Release Norton High School - Final Exams

June 17th

Last Day of School Grades 1-12+ - Districtwide Early Release


 
Virtual Backpack
NPS Summer Enrichment Program
Self Help Summer Enrichment
NYS Golf Tournament
South Shore Children's Chorus Summer 2025
Capron Park Summer Outdoor Adventures
NFL Youth Football Camp
To submit a flyer to the Virtual Backpack, please contact Pam Anderson at pamelaanderson@norton.k12.ma.us.
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