Needham Community Education

Through our Adult Education program, we hope to provide quality lifelong learning experiences that are accessible to a wide range of community members, including high school students. View this catalog online on the adult education page of the Needham Public Schools website at http://www.needham.k12.ma.us/community_ed NOTE: Summer programs are either outside, indoors with plenty of room to spread out, or virtual. Please see the details for each class listing. Current CDC guidelines will be adhered to in all cases.

Enrollment Policy: Students may only register for NCE classes at the school they currently attend (for example students at Broadmeadow may only enroll in NCE after school classes held at Broadmeadow). After School Classes begin at the end of the school day. Students are dismissed to the designated NCE gathering area of their school, where they are supervised by the NCE On-Site Coordinator until their instructor arrives to escort the students to their classroom. For students in NEDP: Students enrolled in NEDP may also register for NCE Elementary programs. They will be escorted back to NEDP at the end of their class. Note: Please provide NEDP with a Dismissal Change Form to notify NEDP that your child will be attending their NCE class and returning to NEDP upon its conclusion.

Enrollment Policy: Students may only register for NCE classes at the school they currently attend (for example students at Eliot may only enroll in NCE after school classes held at Eliot). After School Classes begin at the end of the school day. Students are dismissed to the designated NCE gathering area of their school, where they are supervised by the NCE On-Site Coordinator until their instructor arrives to escort the students to their classroom. For students in NEDP: Students enrolled in NEDP may also register for NCE Elementary programs. They will be escorted back to NEDP at the end of their class. Note: Please provide NEDP with a Dismissal Change Form to notify NEDP that your child will be attending their NCE class and returning to NEDP upon its conclusion.

Enrollment Policy: Students may only register for NCE classes at the school they currently attend (for example students at Mitchell may only enroll in NCE after school classes held at Mitchell). After School Classes begin at the end of the school day. Students are dismissed to the designated NCE gathering area of their school, where they are supervised by the NCE On-Site Coordinator until their instructor arrives to escort the students to their classroom. For students in NEDP: Students enrolled in NEDP may also register for NCE Elementary programs. They will be escorted back to NEDP at the end of their class. Note: Please provide NEDP with a Dismissal Change Form to notify NEDP that your child will be attending their NCE class and returning to NEDP upon its conclusion.

Enrollment Policy: Students may only register for NCE classes at the school they currently attend (for example students at Sunita Williams may only enroll in NCE after school classes held at Sunita Williams). After School Classes begin at the end of the school day. Students are dismissed to the designated NCE gathering area of their school, where they are supervised by the NCE On-Site Coordinator until their instructor arrives to escort the students to their classroom. For students in NEDP: Students enrolled in NEDP may also register for NCE Elementary programs. They will be escorted back to NEDP at the end of their class. Note: Please provide NEDP with a Dismissal Change Form to notify NEDP that your child will be attending their NCE class and returning to NEDP upon its conclusion.

Exercise and recreation classes

Health and Wellness

SAT prep, PSAT prep, and college application related programs for students and parents

Fine arts and crafts

DYI, home, garden and skills classes

Humanities and science programs

Investment and financial planning classes

Explore old & new hobbies, expand your mind, and engage with classmates!! The Needham Community Education (NCE) Middle School Programs offers high quality enrichment classes that appeal to all students. Registration information will be provided on a rolling basis sent to all families as classes become available. These fun classes, taught by Needham Public Schools staff and other qualified professionals, enable students to extend their learning beyond the classroom in a relaxed & social environment. Contact Us: For more information or questions about NCE Middle School programs, please contact Rachel Hesser, NCE Program Director, at rachel_hesser@needham.k12.ma.us

Registration for Winter after school elementary classes opens at 7:00am on Tuesday, December 20th. View a Catalog of Winter classes! The Needham Community Education (NCE) Elementary programs offer an array of enrichment classes, at each elementary school, that appeal to every child. These fun and engaging classes, taught by Needham Public Schools staff and other qualified professionals, enable students to extend their learning beyond the classroom in a relaxed environment.Your child won’t want to miss out on the fun! Enrollment Policy: Students may only register for NCE classes at the school they currently attend (for example students at Eliot may only enroll in NCE after school classes held at Eliot). Health and Safety: As NCE is part of the Needham Public Schools, NCE programs will adhere to all health and safety guidelines in place for Needham Public Schools. Contact Us: For more information or questions about NCE Elementary programs, please contact Carolyn Colonna, NCE Program Director, at carolyn_colonna@needham.k12.ma.us.

Parenting programs

Learn to play a game or improve your game skills

Explore new hobbies, expand your mind, and engage with classmates!! The Needham Community Education (NCE) Middle School Programs offers high quality enrichment classes that appeal to all students. These fun classes, taught by Needham Public Schools staff and other qualified professionals, enable students to extend their learning beyond the classroom in a relaxed & social environment. Enrollment Policy: Students may only register for NCE classes at the school they currently attend Health and Safety: As NCE is part of the Needham Public Schools, NCE programs will adhere to all health and safety guidelines in place for Needham Public Schools. Contact Us: For more information or questions about NCE Middle School programs, please contact Rachel Hesser, NCE Program Director, at rachel_hesser@needham.k12.ma.us

Private music lessons greatly enhance a student's success and enjoyment of a musical instrument. A student's improved level of individual performance translates into greater achievement in school ensembles, increased opportunities through recitals and select groups, and builds self-confidence. Health and Safety: As NCE is part of the Needham Public Schools, NCE programs will adhere to all health and safety guidelines in place for Needham Public Schools. How to register: All users must set up an Eleyo account to register for lessons. Here are the instructions on how to set up an account. Contact Us: For more information or questions about NCE Private Music Lessons, contact Valerie Becker, NCE Program Coordinator, at valerie_becker@needham.k12.ma.us.