Graduating Seniors Advised to ‘Embrace the Discomfort,’ Remember Community
June 9, 2026 • At Needham High School’s 160th commencement Monday evening, more than 400 departing seniors received diplomas and heard messages from classmates and...
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...
Energy, Excitement Evident at End-of-Year NHS Concert
May 22, 2026 • Student musicians wrapped the school year with a final concert performance. The concert also marked the conclusion of the band director’s...
Handbooks Passed, Absentee Policy Changes Not Present
May 21, 2026 • The School Committee approved updated handbooks that included guidelines around physical restraint and timeout policies, as newly recommended by the state,...
Plugged In to Move Out of Needham Next Year
April 27, 2026 • The music education youth program will leave Needham for Framingham in February 2027. Plugged In Band Program, where about 1,400 regional...
‘Building Relationships,’ Creating Community in NHS Classroom
April 20, 2026 • Via a small local grant, a previously unadorned classroom at the high school will, staff hope, provide new opportunities for connection....