Green Newton Green School Connections

Mission Statement:

Green School Connections, an initiative of Green Newton, unites families, students, educators, and community partners to champion sustainability in Newton Public Schools and connect school-based environmental action with the City of Newton’s broader climate goals.


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Upcoming Events

All Welcome to Green Drinks at Baramor

July 7, 2026
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Picnic and Play in the Park: Solar Oven S’mores

July 15, 2026
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The Scoop on Solar Energy

July 20, 2026
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About Green School Connections

  • 🌱 Support School Green Teams

    We help students, teachers, and parents organize sustainability groups that lead change within their schools.

    📚 Climate & Sustainability Education

    We share tools and programs that help schools integrate environmental learning into classrooms and everyday school life.

    ♻️ Waste Reduction & Resource Conservation

    We promote initiatives that reduce waste, increase recycling and composting, and conserve energy and water.

    🤝 Community Partnerships

    We connect schools with local organizations, experts, and volunteers who support sustainability projects.

  • Student climate leadership
  • Waste reduction and zero‑waste lunches
  • Energy conservation and clean energy awareness
  • Schoolyard ecology and outdoor learning
  • Healthy and sustainable school practices

We welcome participation from:

  • Students
  • Parents and caregivers
  • Teachers and school staff
  • Community volunteers

Ways to participate:

  • Join or start a Green Team at your school
  • Volunteer for projects or events
  • Share ideas or success stories
  • Partner with us on sustainability initiatives
  • Guides for starting Green Teams
  • Classroom sustainability activities
  • Waste reduction toolkits
  • Project planning support
  • Connections to local partners

(Contact us to learn more or request materials.)

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