Making Friends, Understanding Issues Dominate Rep. Tarsky’s Freshman Term
May 29, 2026 • The Needham Democrat held a town hall in Needham Thursday to share legislative achievements and updates from his office. The last...
What a Cell Phone Ban Might Mean for Needham Schools
August 4, 2025 • The MA Senate passed legislation that would restrict student cell phone use in the state’s public schools during the school day....
Surveys Indicate Parent-Student Disconnect on Cell Phones
March 19, 2025 • Following research and feedback from the school community, administrators suggested how different grade levels could manage phone use in their schools....
Needham High Adapts to New Phone Rule
September 23, 2024 • After a push for stronger action around phone use in school, NHS now requires every class to use phone holders during...
Community Weighs Value of Phones in Schools
July 29, 2024 • Locals are advocating for stricter policies around phone use in Needham Public Schools following teacher frustrations and students’ negative relationship with...