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2019-2020 Kindergarten Important Dates
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Private Lesson Program
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K-12 Wellness Program
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Broadmeadow
Eliot
Hillside
Mitchell
Newman
High Rock Middle School
Pollard Middle School
High School
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Grade 5
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Early Childhood Experience Survey
Fillable Health History Form
Home Language Survey
Student Record Release (for all grades except Preschool & Kindergarten)
Special Education PreK-8 Record Release Form (if applicable)
Special Education 9-12 Record Release Form (if applicable)
Schedule an Enrollment Appointment
Other Resources
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Massachusetts Dept. of Education, ELLs
Tower of English: The ESL Guide to the Internet
Guidance
Program Details
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Meet the Nursing Staff
Health Forms and Policies
Health Services: Information and Resources
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Key Information to Communicate to the School Nurse
Medication Administration in the School Setting
Physical Examination & Immunization Requirements For School Entry
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Screenings
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Contact Us
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IEP/Team Meeting Survey
Child Find
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Procedural Safeguards Notice
SEPAC
DESE
Special Education Programs
Preschool
SEPAC
Coordinated Program Review 2016-17
Social / Emotional Learning
What Is SEL? Skills for Learning, Skills for Life
How Is Effective SEL linked to Academic Achievement and School Life?
A Look at SEL in Action in Needham
Elementary Level
Secondary Level
Parent and Professional Resources
Human Resources
Forms
Benefits
Contracts
Employee Rights and Responsibilities
Employee Assistance Program Booklet
Mentor Program
Professional Development
Professional Growth
Substitutes
DESE Professional License
Retirement
Social Security
SEI
Helpful Links
Employee Payroll Information
Evaluation Process
Wellness Programs and Incentives
Employment Opportunities
Business/Operations
Business Office
Budgets and Financial Documents
Construction Projects and Space Planning
Financial Procedures
On-line Payment Vendors
Parent Forms and Information
Purchasing
Procurement Information
Staff Forms
Archives
Facilities
Our Buildings
Building Use
Nutrition Services
Menus
Lunch Prices
Lunch Payment System
Food Allergies
Nutrition and Wellness
FAQ
Cafeteria Managers
Forms & Info Sheets
Transportation
Bus Conduct Rules
Bus Routes
Eligible Street Listings
Frequently Asked Questions
Transportation Forms
District Street Listing
Information Technology Services
The Technology Support Team
Administrative Technologies
Technology Plan
Responsible Use Policy
Meet the Team
Community Service Learning
What is CSL?
About Us
Resources
Community Partners
Pollard School
High School
Equity
REAL Coalition
Equity Updates to School Committee
Policies and Practices In Support of Equity
Curriculum & Instruction In Support of Equity
Professional Learning In Support of Equity
Hiring & Employment Practices In Support of Equity
Culture & Climate In Support of Equity
Communications & Community Engagement
What It Means to be a METCO District
School Highlights: Equity Work Across the District
Equity Audit Report - March 2018
Equity Audit Initial Findings - Dec 2017
Community Ed
NCE - ADULT
Late Winter/Spring 2019 Adult Ed Catalog
Late Winter/Spring 2019 Registration
Materials Lists
Beginning Acrylic Painting
Beginning Drawing I
Beginning Drawing II
Cake Decorating
Colored Pencil
Chinese Ink Brush Painting
Spanish
Watercolor Painting
Writing for Publication
Additional Programs
Volunteer Program
Program Info
Registration Form
Needham High School Campus Map
NCE Gallery
NCE - HIGH
SAT Prep
College Board Link (SAT Test Registration and Info)
NHS Campus Map
NCE - MIDDLE
Winter 2019 Sneak Peek
Winter 2019 Catalog
ASAP 2018-19 Flyer
NCE - ELEMENTARY
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SPRING 2019 Catalog
SPRING 2019 Week at Glance
WINTER 2019 Catalog
WINTER 2019 Week at a Glance
FALL 2018 Catalog
FALL 2018 Week at a Glance
Registration Information
Program Information
NCE - Sports Clinics
NCE - Summer Explorations
2018 Summer Explorations Catalog
Summer Explorations High School Volunteer Program
2019 Summer Explorations Sneak Peak
NCE - KINDERGARTEN ENRICHMENT (KASE)
What is KASE
Curriculum
Rainforest
Arctic and Antarctica
Egypt
Europe - Castle/Medieval Times
Hawaii
Outer Space
Savannah
Yoga
2018-19 FAQ
2018-19 KASE Registration Form
2018-19 Brochure
Parent Handbook
NCE Early Childcare Program
Pre-registration Form
NCE-Gallery
Other Resources
Child Care - NEDP
Minuteman Tech
Music Lessons
Calendars
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Contact Us
Science in the NEWS
Science Center
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