School Information
Principal Message
Welcome to Newtown Middle School! As one of the finest middle schools in the state, NMS will continue to focus on providing challenging, rigorous experiences for students in a safe and supportive environment. I look forward to working with an engaged, thriving community that places such a high value on education as we continue to cultivate well-rounded and compassionate citizens who are committed to making meaningful contributions to our global society. It is a powerful notion to think of our responsibility as we equip our students to become the future leaders of our nation and our ever-changing world, and I am committed to doing whatever it takes to ensure NMS continues to meet this responsibility, now and into the future.
Outside of school, I am fortunate to enjoy spending time with my loving family. My wife Marissa is a seventh grade ELA teacher at West Rocks Middle School in Norwalk. We have two daughters, Olivia and Julianna. Olivia is eight years old and Julianna (Jules) is five years old. They both love attending Head O’Meadow School here in Newtown where they are also fortunate to have great educators working with them each day.
I look forward to learning together, working together, and growing together. Please never hesitate to reach out to me as the home/school partnership is essential for the success of our students.
Sincerely,
Jim Ross
Newtown Middle School Principal
Interim Assistant Principal
It is with great excitement that I write to you as your Assistant Principal at Newtown Middle School. It truly is an honor to serve in this position. For the past thirteen years I have taught 7th and 8th grade social studies at Helen Keller Middle School in Easton, CT. I love the middle school setting and age group. These years are crucial for their adolescent development and being provided the opportunity to partner with you to help your children navigate these important and difficult years will be a privilege. As the Assistant Principal at NMS, I am eager to take what I have learned over the years and mesh it with the great traditions and approaches here in town. I am most looking forward to partnering with you and the dedicated staff to make the year the best for our students.
On a personal level, I am fortunate to have a loving family that provides me much joy in life. My wife, Julianne, is also a middle school educator. We have two children. Rory, our son is three years old and our daughter, Reagan, just turned one over the summer.
My goal this year is to seek to understand Newtown Middle School. I will be asking a lot of questions. My role will be to continue the already great work accomplished here and add value to help the school community progress forward. I am committed to providing challenging and rigorous experiences for students that allow them to make meaningful contributions as global citizens, all within a safe learning environment.
Again, I am so happy to be partnering with great people all around – staff, students, and parents alike that value education so highly. I am beyond excited about my new role as the Assistant Principal and look forward to working together to support our students and make the year enjoyable. It takes a village, and I am proud to be part of your village.
Warmly,
Brian Walsh, Assistant Principal
