Meet our magical little Merlin! ✨🐾
At just 8 weeks old, Merlin officially began his journey TODAY to become our full-time facility therapy dog! He’s an Australian Labradoodle (expected to be around 35 lbs.), a breed specifically developed for therapy work—and he’s already proving he’s something special.
Merlin recently passed his temperament test with a near-perfect score—something that rarely happens. While a score of 170 qualifies a dog for therapy work and 190 is considered exceptional, Merlin scored an incredible 195! 🌟
Not only is he talented, but he’s also one of the rarest coat colors produced by his breeders—making him just as unique as he is gifted. He truly lives up to his magical name!
Thanks to the support of a grant, Merlin will be joining our schools this October as our newest facility therapy dog. ❤️🖤
Thank you for your patience as we searched for the perfect match for our school. We can’t wait to see the positive impact Merlin will have on our students, staff, and community!
🍎 You can now access our Menulogic link to view calorie, carbohydrate, ingredient, and allergy information for all menu items. Helping families make informed, confident choices every day.
🔗 Check it out here: https://nutrition.menulogic-k12.com/#/south-newton-school/calendar.
If you’re able to help, please drop off clean, empty 2L bottles at the Middle School Office by May 4th.
The South Newton vs. North White softball game has been rescheduled.
📅 New Date: May 7, 2026
⏰ Time: 4:30 PM
📍 Location: North White High School (Away)
❗ Originally scheduled for April 24
📸 Be sure to check out the photos and relive the night: https://brynniseminger.pixieset.com/prom26-1/
Today’s Varsity Boys Baseball game vs. Watseka Community High School has been canceled.
📅 Date: April 28, 2026
⏰ Time: 4:30 PM
📍 Location: Watseka Community High School
Today, we celebrate the dedicated school bus drivers who safely transport our students each and every day. Rain or shine, you are there with a steady hand, a watchful eye, and a friendly greeting to start and end the school day.
Did you know? Every day, 484,041 school buses transport more than 27 million school children in the United States!
High School Biology students will be testing during class on Tuesday, April 28, 2026.
📌 Please review the following reminders to help ensure a positive and productive testing experience.
Cheer tryouts are right around the corner! 📅✨
If you’re interested in being part of the cheer team, now is the time to get ready. Please see the attached flyer for more information on practice and tryout times!
Don’t miss your chance to get involved, build school spirit, and be part of something exciting! 🎉
The Boys Varsity Golf match has been canceled.
Event Details:
South Newton vs. North Vermillion High School (Home)
📅 April 27, 2026
🕓 4:30 PM CDT
Softball (Girls V)
South Newton High School vs. Donovan Senior High School
The varsity softball game scheduled for today, April 27, at 4:30 PM (CDT) at Donovan Senior High School has been canceled.
🔨 Missed the Lafayette Preview Night? There’s Still Time! 🔨
Don’t miss out on the 2026 Central Midwest Carpenters Apprentice Preview Night! If you couldn’t attend the Lafayette event, you still have another opportunity to learn about exciting careers in the carpentry trade.
📅 April 28, 2026
📍 Merrillville
⏰ 5:00 PM – 7:00 PM (CST)
Discover what it takes to become a carpenter's apprentice, explore hands-on training opportunities, and learn about rewarding career pathways in the skilled trades.
📲 Scan the QR code to register or RSVP here: https://ikorcctraining.fillout.com/apprentice-preview-night
Don’t miss your chance to build a future in the trades!
#CTE #CTEmatters #CTEinIN #CTEWorks 🔧
Softball (Girls V)
South Newton High School vs. North White High School
The varsity softball game scheduled for Friday, April 24, at 4:30 PM (CDT) at North White High School has been canceled.
South Newton Middle/Senior High School is excited to showcase the incredible talents of our students in grades 6–12 on Sunday, May 17!
🖼 Art Show: 2:00–5:00 p.m. (CST)
Located in the high school’s main hallway and main gym, featuring over 2,000 pieces of student artwork!
🎼 Band & Choir Concert: 3:00 p.m.
Held in the auditorium, with the Art Awards Ceremony taking place between performances.
This event is a wonderful opportunity to experience the creativity and dedication of our students—truly a great way to spend your afternoon! We’d love to see you there!
Hosted by the MS/HS Fine Arts Department:
• Band/Choir – Tabitha Spurlock
• Drawing/Painting – Patricia Holloway
• Ceramics & Digital Design/Photography – Lori Murphy
💙 Special Recognition:
After 33 years inspiring students at South Newton, Ms. Lori Murphy will retire at the end of this school year. Please join us in celebrating her final Spring Art Show and honoring her incredible impact on our school community.
Come support their hard work and take home some plants to brighten your garden this season! 🌼🍅
🏥 SNHS Athletic Physical Night 🏃♂️🏐🏈
It’s not too early to start thinking about next year and sports physicals! Students in Grades 5–12 who need an IHSAA physical for the 2026–2027 school year can attend our Athletic Physical Night with Dr. Dan Daluga.
📅 Thursday, April 23
⏰ 5:00 – 8:00 PM
📍 SNHS Main Office
💲 Cost: $25 (Cash or Check Only)
📞 Appointments are required – no walk-ins
Call Mrs. Durham at (219) 474-5167 ext. 3306 after 12:00 PM to schedule.
⚠️ Appointment space is limited, so schedule early!
#SNRebels #SouthNewton #SNHSAthletics 🖤❤️
From welcoming students and families each morning to keeping everything organized behind the scenes, your dedication helps our schools run smoothly every single day.
You are problem-solvers, caretakers, planners, and the friendly faces that so many rely on. The impact you make reaches far beyond the front office and touches the lives of students, staff, and families alike. 👏
