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Rise in 504 Plans
Teenagers frequently experience many social, and mental issues that impact their ability to learn. These issues can be caused by many...
Amelia Schmidt
4 days ago3 min read
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NHS Teacher Deceased
A beloved Newtown teacher and Newtown resident passed away in mid August after a year-long battle with cancer.  Tammero passed away in...

Ava Lombardo
4 days ago5 min read
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Journalism Summer Intern
This summer IÂ had the opportunity to intern for the Danbury Westerners where I was able to hone my writing skills. I was spending more...

Charlotte Miller
4 days ago3 min read
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NHS Service Dog
High school comes with the highs and lows of being a student, from homecoming to homework. The common theme? Every student finds stress...

Elizabeth Prud'homme
4 days ago3 min read
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NHS Color Guard
In Newtown, the color guard team interprets music through dance with unique flags and weaponry. The color guard is meant to show respect...
Leah Mangino
4 days ago2 min read
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Newtown Budget
The Newtown Board of Education met on May 6 in order to review policy updates, financial reports and staff matters in response to the...

Summer Wilson
May 133 min read
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NHS Tennis
The Newtown Boys and Girls Tennis teams have started the season strong, with both teams gaining wins. The boys team has amassed a record...

Sean Conlin
May 132 min read
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Sophomore Slump
While the fourth quarter of sophomore year rolls around, so does the notorious sophomore slump. This is a phase of decreased academic...

Lily Caston
May 133 min read
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Trump Vs. Harvard
President Donald Trump has frozen the funding for Harvard University in response to their resistance in complying with demands from the...

Ava Lombardo
May 134 min read
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Greek Life
As Newtown High School seniors get ready for their post-secondary educational plans, there are many decisions they must make prior to...

Moira Murphy
May 93 min read
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AP Testing in May
Millions of students nationwide took the AP tests from May 5th - May 16th, 2025. AP classes are courses offered by many schools, which...

Addison Plummer
May 93 min read
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ECE Classes For Next Year
As returning students continue to meet with their school counselors to create their schedule for next year, Newtown High School is...

Lily Caston
Apr 83 min read
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Booster Club
With budget cuts impacting many local districts, including Newtown, certain costly aspects of high school athletics may not be viewed as...

Moira Murphy
Apr 84 min read
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School Spirit Declining
School spirit is arguably one of the most defining factors of a memorable high school experience, yet as each generation ages,, the...

Ava Lombardo
Apr 86 min read
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Spotlight on Andy Hutchison
Andy Hutchison, a writer at the Newtown Bee since 2008 does an amazing job covering our sports in our town. Hutchison’s writing career...

Marcus Gerace
Apr 83 min read
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NHS Wrestling Season
Throughout the 2024-2025 season, Head Coach Chris Bray, followed by Assistant Coach Tom Maurath had quite the successful wrestling...

Charlotte Miller
Apr 83 min read
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Senior Stuff
Things are starting to wrap up for the senior class of 2025. After four years at the high school it's time for the seniors (whether...

Luke Doherty
Apr 84 min read
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New Lot Incoming
In an attempt to alleviate traffic blockages around Newtown High School, the Board of Education has recently approved a $107 million...

Marty Dunn
Apr 83 min read
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Newtown Budget Cut
As inflation continues to raise prices and the value of currency remains the same, the Newtown Board of Education has been forced to...

Moira Murphy
Mar 204 min read
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Odd Sports
Like most other high schools, Newtown student athletes take pride in their competition and sportsmanship. Despite offering a wide array...

Marcus Gerace
Mar 183 min read
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