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Mission, Vision & Strategic Plan

 Our Thrive Promise

Where every student can thrive.
Every student is known, challenged, and supported.
 

Systemwide Goals

Each year, the district identifies goals for the school year. These goals are developed by the superintendent and reviewed by the School Committee. Below you will find the systemwide goals approved by the School Committee for this school year. 


 Thrive 2030 Strategic plan 

 

NPS Thrive2030 Plan

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Portrait of a Learner

The Newton Public Schools Portrait of a Learner reflects our community’s shared vision for what we want every Newton student to know and learn to thrive in a complex, changing world. Our commitment to supporting student learning and growth emphasizes the development of key competencies:

  • adaptability,
  • critical thinking,
  • effective communication,
  • empathy,
  • learner’s mindset

These competencies ensure students are prepared not only with rigorous academic knowledge, but also with the skills and dispositions essential for success in life, work, and civic engagement.