Last week, New Heights 10th-grade students attended a seminar on green energy led by Dr. Sarah Soltau, Associate Professor of Chemical Sciences at Bridgewater State University (BSU). This seminar offered students a unique opportunity to explore the world of renewable energy and discover how to be better stewards of our planet. This was the second year our students participated in hands-on science learning at BSU. In a note to her colleagues, 10th-grade ELA teacher Nicole Tamarisk summarized the students’ experience. She wrote,"I just wanted to share how enjoyable and meaningful the STEM field trip to BSU was for our students. The [...]

New Heights Charter School of Brockton is proud to announce an evolving partnership with Shaw’s and Star Market dedicated to strengthening our community-centered initiative. Recently, Dr. Nicole Jones and Rev. Mike Gilbert were honored to attend the Shaw’s & Star Market Annual Northeast Leadership Conference. During the event, Rev. Gilbert shared the impactful community work being led by Dr. Jones and the New Heights team to support our scholars and their families. We are deeply moved to have received a $20,000 donation during the conference. This generous contribution will directly support our ongoing initiatives to address food insecurity, ensuring our students [...]

As an Early College school, New Heights introduces students to the transformative power of higher education from the very start of their journey. Whether through immersive campus visits or rigorous college coursework, we ensure our scholars don't just dream of the future—they live it. This week, that mission takes a bold step forward. A cohort of 15 ambitious rising seniors, accompanied by dedicated faculty and staff, are embarking on an inspiring tour of eight historic institutions across Florida and Alabama. This journey is more than a field trip; it is a bridge to the next chapter of their lives, allowing them [...]

Congratulations to our Boys Varsity Basketball team and Coach Hosea Langham on a phenomenal season. While their journey came to a close last night against Wahconah Regional, the final score doesn’t begin to tell the story of the grit and growth they showed all year. As our Principal, Dr. Jones, shared in her memo to staff,”We are so proud of this team. With a talented group of young players returning, we are already looking forward to another awesome season next year." Our student-athletes played with incredible heart and worked tirelessly, maintaining professionalism and exemplary sportsmanship even in the highest-pressure moments. They [...]

We extend our heartfelt congratulations to our Girls Varsity Basketball team, as well as Coach Gadry and Coach Plantes, for a remarkable season. Although our Phoenix Ladies concluded their journey last Sunday, we celebrate the outstanding legacy they built this year. Beyond the scoreboard, our athletes distinguished themselves through their character, respect for the game, and tireless work ethic. They gave their heart and soul to every play, making our entire community proud. We are deeply grateful to the teachers, students, alumni, and family members who cheered from the sidelines. Your support is vital to our student-athletes and the continued growth [...]

The regular basketball season has officially wrapped for our New Heights Varsity Girls and Varsity Boys basketball teams, and what a ride it has been! Last Thursday, the entire New Heights community showed up in force to rally behind our student-athletes. As always, our Phoenix Cheerleaders stole the show, lighting up the crowd with their explosive energy and flawless choreography! The momentum is unstoppable: The Varsity Girls finish the regular season with a spectacular undefeated record! Both teams are now locked in and ready to defend their MCSAO Conference titles. The goal is clear: The 2026 Championship. Our athletes have the [...]

Last month, Rayssa Alves, Class of 2026 President and Manager of the Varsity Girls Basketball team, attended Governor Healey’s 2026 State of the Commonwealth Address as a special guest. As an Early College student, Rayssa has successfully balanced a rigorous college and high school workload with the leadership demands of the Class Presidency—all while remaining the undefeated Varsity Girls Basketball team's #1 fan and most dedicated manager. As Massachusetts’ first Early College Charter Public School, we applaud and support Governor Healey’s goal to enroll 100,000 students in Early College classes over the next ten years. We believe the Early College model [...]

We are excited to announce that our brand-new Science Lab is officially open, transforming inspiring concepts into reality for all New Heights students. This momentous achievement would not have been possible without the incredible generosity of our partners. We extend our deepest gratitude to the Massachusetts Life Sciences Center and the #AmeliaPeabodyFoundation for their generous donations. Their support didn't just strengthen our existing infrastructure; it equipped our new lab with essential, modern resources and the necessary safety equipment. You can see the excitement in the eyes of our students at the lab. They are already diving into stimulating laboratory experiments [...]

They hosted their first home game last Friday against Southeastern Regional and won it handily! The New Heights community truly came out in large numbers, and we were thrilled to see every seat at our gym filled! We are incredibly grateful for the overwhelming support and energy that our community has shown for our dedicated and talented players. The basketball season is officially underway, and this is just the beginning of what promises to be an exciting season. Please continue to attend every game, whether at home or away, whenever you can. Your presence truly fuels our team's success!