NewTV Hosts VIP Screening for New Series "School Matters"

On January 24, 2019, NewTV hosted a screening of the first episode of its show “School Matters” at NewTV Studios. “School Matters” is a recently launched show that raises awareness of educational issues of local and national importance and highlights the efforts of students and the school community to make an impact and improve the world around them.

The show’s host, Margie Ross Decter, is a former School Committee Member in Newton. The first episode of the show focuses on how the tragic Parkland shooting inspired Newton Public School students' civic engagement and featured opinions from both local teachers and students.

The screening included a half-hour for networking before the episode and a Q&A session afterwards. Attendees included elected officials and school leaders from Newton, such as representatives from the Mayor’s Office, City Council, School Committee, PTO leaders, teachers, and students. During the Q&A, guests made suggestions for future episodes and potential topics for the show.

City Councilor David Kalis said, “This show is extremely relevant and provides context important to our schools and our community.”

School Matters airs Monday-Friday at 5:30pm, Saturday and Sunday at 7:30pm on NewTV's Education Channel (Comcast 99, RCN 3, 582 (HD), Verizon 32, 2134 (HD).

The premiere episode can be viewed here: