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Dear Countryside Families,
Welcome to Spring! It’s wonderful to finally turn the page and begin looking forward to warmer, more pleasant weather ahead! As we kick off the new season, the PTO is delighted to host our Multi-Cultural Festival event later this week on Saturday, March 28.
Like many of our families, we are looking forward to this wonderful event which showcases our children and celebrates the diversity that makes Countryside such a special community. Please read below for additional details—we hope to see you all there!
Warmly,
Steve, Tera, and Melissa
PTO Co-Presidents
copresident@countrysidepto.org
Coming Up
Coming Up
Thursday, March 26
Crossing Guard Appreciation Day
Saturday, March 28
Multi-Cultural Festival at Brown Middle School
Friday, April 3
Good Friday, No School
Monday, April 20 - Friday, April 24
Spring Recess, No School
Upcoming Events
Upcoming Events
MULTICULTURAL FESTIVAL—MARCH 28!
The event our community has been looking forward to is finally here! Join us on Saturday, March 28 from 3:30–6:00 p.m. at Brown Middle School to celebrate the many cultures that make our community so special and enjoy an afternoon of inspiring student performances.
An early, sensory-friendly table viewing will be available from 3:00–3:30 p.m. for those who would benefit from a quieter experience.
We can’t wait to see you there as we celebrate the incredible effort and creativity of each country group and our MCF organizers in making this event so memorable!
Below is the schedule for the MCF event:
3:00 - 3:30
General Table Displays (Early, Sensory Friendly Access)
3:30 - 4:15
General Table Displays
4:15 - 4:30
Intermission
4:30 - 4:45
Parade
4:45 - 6:00
Onstage Performance
For students (and parents) interested in learning more about what to expect at Multicultural Festival before attending, here is this year’s MCF social story. Social stories are great tools for navigating new events. They help outline what to expect, describe the parts of the event, and remind students of the choices and tools they have to stay comfortable and confident throughout the day.
All of our PTO events are made possible by volunteers! If you are able, please sign up to assist at the event here. Thirty minutes of your time can help this event run smoothly!
Parents/guardians: With all the choreographing and activities happening during the event, we’d greatly appreciate your help supervising your child(ren) at all times. Your support helps ensure everyone’s safety and helps us keep Brown Middle School clean and undamaged. Thank you!
If you have any questions, please reach out to the MCF Co-Chairs.
Boks Spring 2026 Registration Now Open!
Boks Spring 2026 Registration Now Open!
We’re excited to share that registration for the Spring 2026 BOKS session is now open! Whether your child joined us in the fall or is curious to try it for the first time, we’d love to welcome them this spring.
BOKS (Build Our Kids’ Success) is a before-school fitness program at Countryside that gets kids moving through fun games, strength-building, and age-appropriate activities—helping them build healthy habits, confidence, focus, and a positive connection to movement in a supportive, inclusive environment. Best of all, BOKS is completely free!
Spring session begins Monday, March 23. We will meet on Mondays & Wednesdays, 7:30–8:05 a.m. Students are greeted at the main office entrance.
Spots are limited to 26 students across all grade levels: Click here to register
If you have any questions, feel free to reach out to Chris Campbell, Ryan Allen, Nanda Campbell, or Casey Pepek.
Looking forward to another fun and energizing season ahead!
Countryside Online Auction
Countryside Online Auction
We're gearing up for our annual Countryside Online Auction later this Spring! This continues to be a wonderful opportunity for our Countryside families to get access to great deals on awesome items, while supporting our school at the same time - what a win! Every dollar raised goes directly back to Countryside students and our community.
We're asking for your help!
Whether you own a business, provide a service, or know someone who does, we'd love to feature any items you would like to donate to our auction. We're seeking:
Gift cards from local restaurants, coffee shops, retail stores, or entertainment venues
Services such as landscaping, tutoring, music lessons, piano lessons, photography, or home services
"Gifts of Time";—teach a skill or class you're passionate about (cooking, art, fitness, languages, etc.)
Connections to local businesses willing to contribute
Reach out directly to Amye Kurson-Collins with details or questions about your donation. All donors will be recognized in our auction catalog, and your generosity will help us make this year our best auction yet!
Crossing Guard Appreciation Day
Crossing Guard Appreciation Day
Crossing Guard Appreciation Day this year is on Thursday, March 26. We have two wonderful crossing guards (Mark and Cheryl) who help ensure our children are safe and secure each school day—rain, shine, or snow— and we are truly grateful for them.
On Thursday, it would be wonderful to let them know through thank yous and/or cards. I'm sure that will brighten their day!
Lost and Found
Lost and Found
Is your student missing a mitten, sweatshirt, water bottle, jacket, or anything else? It could be in the Lost and Found. Lost and Found is located by the flagpole door.
Community Notes
Community Notes
NEWTON COMMUNITY EDUCATION (NCE)
NEWTON COMMUNITY EDUCATION (NCE)
Calling all Pokémon fans at Countryside!
New this spring, NCE will offer an after-school action-packed movie-making class at Countryside. Kids will dream up their own epic Pokémon stories—starting with card game play that sparks the plot, then designing characters, creating costumes, and filming a mixed-media movie complete with animated backgrounds and special effects. For more information and to register, Click here for more information.
NCE April Vacation Programs
NCE April Vacation Programs
Keep kids engaged this April break! Our April Vacation Programs offer morning, afternoon, and full-day options in STEM, art, and sports. Click here for more information and to register.
NCE Spring Clubs
NCE Spring Clubs
Spring after-school clubs are now open for enrollment! Elementary students can explore a variety of interests, including STEM, art, cooking, chess, sports, and more. Families can browse and register through the new NCE Registration Portal. Scholarships are available through NCE’s Financial Assistance program.
NCE Summer Camps & Swim Lessons
NCE Summer Camps & Swim Lessons
2026 summer camps are now live, with offerings such as 3D Printing, Glass Art, Creative Filmmaking, Wide World of Storytelling, Art Adventures, Swim Lessons, and so much more! Families can view full camp listings and register through the new NCE Registration Portal. Scholarships are available through NCE’s Financial Assistance program.
NEWTON SOUTHEAST LITTLE LEAGUE
NEWTON SOUTHEAST LITTLE LEAGUE
New players of all ages and genders welcome! Kids play on teams with school friends that are coached by parents. Little league baseball is a great time for everyone! Kids learn the fundamentals in a non-competitive, safe, and fun environment. Sign up for spring season now!
ASA HOOPS
ASA HOOPS
ASA Hoops is offering weekly skills classes along with summer camps for boys and girls ages 5–13. Since 1997, ASA has proudly served the Newton community through camps, clinics, skills training, and AAU basketball. We hope to see you soon! Contact: Coachb@asahoops.com
ASA SOCCER—NEWTON APRIL BREAK SOCCER CLINIC
ASA SOCCER—NEWTON APRIL BREAK SOCCER CLINIC
ASA Holiday Clinics will provide a positive, yet competitive, atmosphere where players can improve their game. Players will be expected to exhibit a strong work ethic and willingness to learn new skills. ASA staff is committed to teaching the game of soccer in an organized and structured environment.
April 21 and 22 | Boys and girls ages 8–12
$80 for a single day| $140 for both days
9:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. at Newton South Soccer Fields
THINK SPRING, THINK SOFTBALL
THINK SPRING, THINK SOFTBALL
Registration for Spring Rec Softball is open! The Newton Girls Softball Rec Program welcomes players in Grades K through 8 of all abilities and experience playing softball. All teams are coached by parent volunteers.
Sign up your player(s) at https://www.newtongirlssoftball.org/. For any questions, please first read the policies and guidelines page on our website. If you have further questions, feel free to email info@newtongirlssoftball.org.
It's easy to register.
Register, or login if you already have an account, and then sign up!
NEWTON SCHOOL COMMITTEE MEETINGS—GENERAL INFO & HELPFUL LINKS
NEWTON SCHOOL COMMITTEE MEETINGS—GENERAL INFO & HELPFUL LINKS
Click the button below to access the Newton School Committee page to stay informed and access school committee meeting agendas & presentation materials.
Click the button below to access the calendar to all the upcoming school committee meetings (including Zoom link/location information)
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