FOR IMMEDIATELY RELEASE New Heights Charter School of Brockton Receives 300 Laptops from the Healey-Driscoll Administration’s Connect & Online Program. These internet-enabled devices will be used to strengthen learning at New Heights. They will also support our commitment to preparing all students for college and professional success. Brockton, MA, April 09, 2026 — New Heights Charter School of Brockton (NHCSB) is pleased to announce the receipt of 300 laptops through the Connected and Online Program, a statewide initiative led by the Massachusetts Broadband Institute (MBI), a division of the Massachusetts Technology Collaborative (MassTech). These internet-enabled devices will provide our students and [...]

Congratulations to the New Heights Varsity Girls Flag Football team on their decisive wins against Randolph and Needham High! The Phoenix have started their season on a high note with outstanding performances, demonstrating a deep commitment to the sport and respect for the game. It is also important to recognize that our players are multitalented, often competing in multiple sports. They continue to represent New Heights with pride, upholding the high academic and athletic standards required to be true student-athletes. We congratulate Coach Uzziah Hilliard for his leadership and dedication in preparing our players for this remarkable moment. Finally, we thank [...]

In a stunning departure from traditional test-day anxiousness, the New Heights community transformed the day before the MCAS ELA test into a vibrant, high-energy celebration of our middle schoolers' hard work. The school gymnasium was filled with an electric atmosphere as teachers, staff, and high school students congregated to roar their support for our test-takers. This wasn't just a pep rally; it was a powerful reminder that we believe in them.  High school scholars shared their own experiences, reminding the younger students that the MCAS is simply a stepping stone—a way to sharpen the skills they’ll need for their bright academic [...]

The New Heights Athletic Department is thrilled to announce that our student-athletes are officially gearing up for the spring season! Our teams are ready to bring the heat in Flag Football and Outdoor Track, and we can’t wait to see them hit the field and the pavement with one goal in mind: victory. It’s inspiring to see so many of our multi-sport athletes bringing their diverse talents and leadership to our spring rosters. In the Athletic Department, our mission is simple: ensure every student has the chance to play, learn, and excel. As an Early College school, our students carry a unique double [...]

Early College students Jaelah Farris (class’26) and Mohann Yago (class’27) from New Heights joined hundreds of other Early College students at the Massachusetts State House. They advocated for critical resources to support Early College programs throughout the Commonwealth. As Massachusetts’ first wall-to-wall charter public school, New Heights is proud to stand alongside passionate Early College advocates in the fight to expand opportunity and close the college access gap among urban students. We firmly believe that all students are college-ready when they are provided with the resources and support they need to succeed academically, socially, and emotionally. Every day, our dedicated and [...]

Preparing students for college means they need to see and feel the experience firsthand. Every year, New Heights Charter School of Brockton takes its juniors on college tours across the country to explore possibilities beyond their home state. These Historically Black Colleges and Universities tours provide students with a unique opportunity to deepen their understanding of the commitment and achievements of African Americans in higher education. We want our scholars to make informed decisions and know that college is not a distant dream for there are universities eagerly waiting to welcome them to their campuses. The Texas-Louisiana trip marked the second [...]

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 [...]