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April in Review

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The area’s most current topics brought to you by editor Grace Dempsey

Balancing the Budget

April 29, 2022May 9, 2022 The Lion's Roar30

The NPS community responds to possible layoffs and cuts in the proposed 2023 Newton budget.

Fleishman to leave district for nonprofit

April 29, 2022May 9, 2022 The Lion's Roar21

Superintendent David Fleishman announces his departure from NPS after 12 years

South responds to incidents of hate speech

April 29, 2022May 9, 2022 The Lion's Roar18

New programs and events are implemented to combat a rise in antisemitic hate speech.

Newton Community Supports Ukraine

April 29, 2022May 9, 2022 The Lion's Roar23

South responds to the Russian invasion of Ukraine by creating a new club, NSHS Students for Ukraine, which provides space for students to discuss the conflict and take action

NPS seeks change within School Committee

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As new committee members begin their terms, the community shares their opinions concerning the change in leadership

Upcoming Black Culture Day hosted by BSU

February 15, 2022February 18, 2022 The Lion's Roar140

South’s Black Student Union hosts annual event consisting of seminars and lectures in the theme of “Black Health and Wellness”

Newton celebrates Martin Luther King Day

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Newton holds its annual MLK Day celebration, reflecting on the city’s progress towards racial inclusion

Senate clauses promote ethnic inclusion

February 15, 2022February 18, 2022 The Lion's Roar149

Two proposed bills from South Senate seek to recognize additional holidays and provide prayer spaces

Omicron came to South. Luckily, South was ready.

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South maintains low case counts due to high vaccination rates and adherence to district policy