FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE  Next Chapter: New Heights Charter School of Brockton Announces Its New Principal BROCKTON, MA — New Heights Charter School of Brockton is thrilled to announce the appointment of Dr. Ondrea Johnston as its new Principal. Following a comprehensive search process that integrated valuable input from students, families, staff, and community members, Dr. Johnston emerged as a visionary leader uniquely equipped to guide New Heights into its next chapter of excellence. Dr. Johnston brings more than two decades of distinguished experience in education to the role. She most recently served as a Regional School Leader for Boston Public Schools, [...]

We are excited to welcome our newly Gold Medalist, Jeremiah Minus. Congratulations to Jeremiah and his team on their spectacular victory at the 2026 United World Games in Austria. Representing the United States on the world stage, Jeremiah showed the world what he's made of and captured the Gold Medal. We could not be prouder of our very own champion. We also commend the PhD Hoops USA team, the competitive basketball organization that organizes international travel tours, allowing outstanding young players like Jeremiah to represent the United States in basketball tournaments in Europe and the Caribbean. Jeremiah, your grace, pride, and [...]

By Anchell Aguy Returning to the place where your journey began is a profound experience, but returning with the opportunity to lift up the next generation is a true blessing. As a proud graduate of New Heights, I am filled with immense gratitude to be back in these familiar halls, serving our community through the Peer Mentoring Initiative, graciously sponsored by the Haitian Community Partner Foundation. Walking through these doors again reminds me daily of the foundation this school built for me. To now stand here as an alumna and mentor is one of the greatest honors of my life. Through [...]

We extend our warmest congratulations to our 10th-grade scholars Fatima Kaba, Niala Dorsainvil, and Hailee Jean. They are being recognized by the Massachusetts Department of Elementary and Secondary Education (DESE)  for their outstanding Civics Project, Lack of Voting Within Our Community. This prestigious recognition stems from New Heights’ participation in the 2026 Regional Civics Showcase in Worcester. Out of numerous entries across the Commonwealth of Massachusetts, our student-led initiative was one of only nine groups to receive a commendation in the highly competitive category of Research and Investigation. To honor this academic milestone, each scholar received a personalized commendation letter from [...]

Last week, the hallways of New Heights were absolutely radiant as we proudly showcased the breathtaking artwork created by our phenomenal middle school students. “This Is Us" was a beautiful, unforgettable moment for parents, teachers, friends, and the entire community to come together and witness the brilliant creativity, raw talent, and innovative ideas of our middle schoolers. We want to extend our deepest gratitude to our incredible Art Instructor, Kincaid McLaren. Thank you for instilling such a passionate love for art within our scholars and for guiding them to find their unique voices. Throughout the year, our students have used art [...]

The energy at New Heights was absolutely electric as the community came together for the school’s  Annual In and Out Seniors Day Parade. Per New Heights tradition, the entire school lined the hallways, creating an unforgettable tunnel of applause, high-fives, and pure joy. Underclassmen showed up to congratulate our graduating seniors and wish them the best of luck, while catching a glimpse of the incredible future that awaits them on their own graduation days. This parade is so much more than just a walk through the halls—it is a powerful reminder of the incredible journey these seniors have taken. It stands [...]

Last night was an absolute celebration of talent, dedication, and school pride! New Heights Charter School of Brockton honored our incredible and multitalented varsity student-athletes at our annual sports banquet—and what a night it was! Our amazing families, coaches, and staff packed the room to cheer on the phenomenal players who proudly represented New Heights this year across soccer, basketball, track and field, and flag football. What makes these athletes truly exceptional is their hustle off the court and field. To wear a New Heights jersey, these students must maintain excellent academic standing while balancing a rigorous workload—including demanding early college [...]

Today, 30 incredible scholars from our graduating Class of 2026 will receive their Associate Degrees from Massasoit Community College. We could not be prouder to celebrate this monumental milestone. These students have proven exactly what it takes to be Early College leaders. They possess unmatched grit, fierce determination, and the audacity to believe that they belong in college classrooms while still in high school. Today is a powerful testimony to their relentless hard work and unwavering belief in their own potential. They didn't just try—they succeeded! To the Families of the NHCSB-MCC Class of 2026, Congratulations! Today is your day, too. [...]

New Heights Charter School is proud to welcome Courtney Valentine as the Boys Varsity Head Coach. Mr. Valentine brings over 20 years of coaching experience, including 14 years as a head coach at both MIAA Division 1 and Division 4 levels. During his coaching career he has built a reputation for developing disciplined, high-performing teams known for their suffocating defensive pressure and fast-paced offensive style—creating constant havoc for opposing teams. “I look forward to continuing the winning tradition of New Heights Charter School and building on the strong foundation already in place,” said Coach Valentine.  “Throughout his careers as a school [...]