Newton Schools Foundation advances excellence and equity in the Newton Public Schools and funds teacher grants , professional development and DEI initiatives. Newton Schools Foundation advances excellence and equity in the Newton (MA) Public Schools by funding grants that allow teachers to try new approaches in the classroom, professional development, and programs that address income and racial inequities. TO ADVANCE EXCELLENCE AND EQUITY IN THE NEWTON PUBLIC SCHOOLS BY FUNDING AND SUPPORTING PROMISING INITIATIVES, PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT, AND PROGRAMS THAT CLOSE GAPS IN ACHIEVEMENT AND OPPORTUNITY.