Newton Middle School

Initial Designation: 2022

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School Details

  • Principal: Ann Hanson
  • District: Hacienda La Puente Unified School District
  • County: Los Angeles County
  • Community: Urban

Characteristics

  • Academic Excellence - Exemplars of high-quality work are shared with students
  • Developmental Responsiveness - Curriculum is socially significant and relevant to student interests
  • Organizational Structures and Processes - Intentional practices to collect and analyze data on student success in order to monitor student progress, address barriers, and make improvements
  • Social Equity - Fluid approach to addressing student needs with short and longer-term intervention support

Description

Newton Middle School prepares students for the academic, social emotional, and intellectual demands of high school, college, and future careers. A rigorous curriculum includes honors courses that provide deeper analysis, faster pacing, and challenging opportunities for motivated learners. Spanish Dual Immersion develops bilingualism, biliteracy, and cultural understanding while supporting achievement across academic subjects. Students also explore their interests through STEM, band, art, foreign language courses, ASB, and other engaging programs. Teachers maintain high expectations while providing responsive support that helps each learner build knowledge, confidence, and independence. Recognized as a California and National School to Watch, Newton demonstrates excellence in academic achievement, social equity, and responsiveness to the needs of young adolescents. Newton Middle School is a welcoming learning community where students are encouraged to discover their strengths, embrace new challenges, and grow into capable future leaders.
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