Physical Education, Health & Wellness

The purpose of Newton Public Schools Physical Education, Health, and Wellness Department is to nurture and implement an overall wellness approach. The department's mission is to provide the school community with a comprehensive, inclusive, and equitable education encompassing physical and health literacy, social-emotional intelligence, and self-efficacy skills to lead health-promoting lives. The goal is for students to find joy in movement and get inspired to be physically active. The P.E.H.W. curriculum seeks to equip students with the knowledge and abilities necessary for making informed decisions about their well-being and their impact on community and global wellness.