Review New Family FAQs for more information.

Mason-Rice Food Policy:  To create the safest possible learning environment for all childre and to minimize the risks of accidental exposure to those allergens that pose a threat to students, and educate students about life-threatening allergies.

Policy:  Mason-Rice school maintains a "no sharing/no trading food’"policy, including eating utensils. Except in certain limited situations related to the class curriculum, food is not allowed for class celebrations including birthdays, holidays and the last day of school.  When used as part of curriculum instruction and holiday celebrations, food is used judiciously. Parents are to be advised of any school activity that requires the use of food well in advance of the project or activity. In classes where children have peanut or nut allergies, the school requests that foods including those products not be brought into the classroom.

Is there after school program for my child?
Please contact the MRASP (Mason-Rice After School Program) Office for more information.  After School programs are offered for all grades Kindergarten to Grade 5.  Contact MRASP at 617-244-7260 or contact This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it .

What should my child bring to school?
A full-size backpack is needed by most children, including Kindergarten.  Backpack is helpful to carry books, lunch box, folders, and winter clothing. Every child should bring a snack, and a lunch if he/she is staying until 3:00 and is not getting a lunch from the school lunch program.

How does the school lunch program work?
Go to the Newton Food Services website for all the information on school lunches, including information on menus, ordering information, payment options, nutrition, and reduced-price lunches.