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At Newtown High School we develop and strengthen our students’ academic and interpersonal skills needed to be successful in their postsecondary goals. We prepare our students for a competitive and ever-changing economy by having them major in career-oriented pathways during their four years of school.
Newtown celebrates the diversity of our students and community and fosters an inclusive school climate that builds character and espouses integrity as productive members of society.
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Success Stories

A senior known for her exceptional academic achievements and impressive debating skills, read a poem at Elmhurst Hospital for the COVID remembrance event. We are proud to have her represent Newtown!
Orange and white flyer expressing Newtown's successful toy drive for MSK. Ms. Bevers and child in front of an MSK sign along with all the toys that were donated. "Thank you Newtown! We are thrilled to share that we've collected an amazing amount of toys for our toy drive! Thank you to everyone who contributed - your generosity makes a big difference! Memorial Sloan Kettering Kids Toy Drive. Ms. Bevers Lead Organizer."
a photo of ms xie sitting on the stairs with her notebookl on her lap. there is a description referring to the award she won recently from 92NY
Post displaying student's art and the Queens Museum. Art shows a spiral staircase that leads down into a furnished living room including a fireplace, piano, and every day items. "Congratulations to Lifei Ni whose art has been accepted to the 2025 Queens Borough Art Festival which will be displayed at the Queens Museum from May 20 to May 25."
newtown winter pep rally
Post of Peter Cruz in Newtown Baseball uniform holding a bat. "NY Scholar Athlete Peter Cruz."
Poster congratulation a student on their achievement. Image of an open book with the student and text. "Congratulations! Xiaoyan Wang. 39th Annual Ezra Jack Keats Bookmaking Competition Queens Borough Winner. #NEWTOWNPROUD"
a group of students and staff at a conference table holding up big pink breast cancer awareness posters that say thank you
newtown high school performances come check out all our amazing shows out on by our talented students!
Image of four students holding certificates of their achievement. Graphics of podiums and audience members in the foreground. "Newtown Debate Team. Dominating the Ranks. 2 teams ranked 37th & 47th out of 264 pairs. (Top 18%). Jamie Lynn Cush ranked 7/526 debaters. (Top 2%). Sam Phommalinh. Amelia Ramirez. Jamie Lynn Cush. Kabin Shah."
On Saturday December 4th 2024, 3 student's from Ms Pati's Italian class participated in a poetry contest at NYU Casa Italiana Zerilli-Marimo`. Seniors Esther Magana, Marieni Nunez, and junior Craig Gu,
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newtown high school's stellar students of the marking period
Newtown students on the set of Good Morning America holding small Captain America shields along with Anthony Mackie as Captain America.

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Festival of Nations flyer. Image of a globe in the center with several flags from different countries on the corners.

FESTIVAL OF NATIONS | FESTIVAL DE LAS NACIONES

We invite families to join us to celebrate our diversity on Friday, April 25, 2025, at 5:30 PM in the school auditorium.
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Invitamos a las familias a celebrar nuestra diversidad el viernes 25 de abril del 2025 a las 5:30 PM en el auditorio de la escuela.
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Principal Bill Psoras - Newtown

Principal’s Message

Dear Newtown High School Community,
 
We are excited to welcome you to our proud and storied community at Newtown H.S. Our dedicated staff are here to support and guide you every step of the way so that you can create lasting memories, grow as individuals and achieve success. We not only value academic success at Newtown H.S. but also character development and a sense of belonging. We believe in fostering an environment where each student can thrive, explore their passions and reach their full potential. We encourage open communication between students, families and staff. We are committed to providing you with a safe, nurturing and inclusive environment that meets the needs of all our students. We look forward to your active role in our community and establishing your own legacy here at Newtown H.S. 
 
Sincerely, 
Bill Psoras 
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