Newton Safe Routes to School

10/10/2026

Not all electric bikes are actually e-bikes! Some of the vehicles we’re seeing on our streets are legally classified as mopeds, dirt bikes, or motorcycles, with very different rules about where they can be ridden and who can operate them.

As more young people use these vehicles to get around, it’s important for families to understand the differences. Please take a moment to review and share this helpful graphic—and talk with your kids about riding safely and legally.

09/25/2026

Save the date and start working on your route now. Join families across Newton and around the world on October 7 to walk, roll, bike, or bus to school. Thanks, Massachusetts Safe Routes to School, for promoting the event in the Commonwealth each year!

09/02/2026

School is back in session this week!

As students head back to the classroom, please take a moment to review these important school bus safety tips for both students and parents.

A little extra attention around school buses and bus stops can help keep everyone safe this school year.

09/02/2026

Welcome back to school! Here are some safety tips from Newton Planning and Development

08/19/2026

01/25/2026

School is canceled, Monday, January 26, 2026. No after school or evening activities that day. Public governance meetings will be virtual and recorded for future distribution.

03/19/2025

Thank you Newton MA Police Department for Newton’s crossing guard program and thank you crossing guards for helping students get to school every day! ☔️❄️🌞💨

🚸 A Huge Thank You to Our Amazing Crossing Guards! 🚸

Rain or shine, our dedicated school crossing guards are always there, keeping our students safe as they travel to and from school. Your kindness, patience, and commitment do not go unnoticed!

👏 Thank you for your hard work and for making our school community a safer place every single day. We appreciate you! 💛

01/21/2025

Looking to make walking, rolling and biking to school safer in Newton? Consider applying to be a School Traffic Supervisor.

12/04/2024

Congrats to Newton North and Newton Public Schools - Newton, MA for winning the top TWO spots in the 9th/10th grade MassDOT Safe Streets Smart Trips High School Video contest!

Watch the award winning videos below:
"See People as People"
"I Give You the Wheel"

The winning videos from this year’s MassDOT Safe Streets Smart Trips High School Video Contest are now available for viewing on YouTube!

The winning groups came from Burncoat High School in Worcester, Medford Vocational Tech High School, Dartmouth High School, and Newton North High School.

You can also check out past winning videos on the Roadway Safety page: https://www.mass.gov/info-details/roadway-safety-video-contest-results

Worcester Public Schools - Worcester, MA
Medford Public Schools
Dartmouth Public Schools
Newton Public Schools - Newton, MA