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We are an educational organization of life long learners involving students, educators, parents and our community. Together we strive to create a welcoming environment that prioritizes academic excellence, creativity and mutual respect. We embrace diversity and encourage positive risk taking and community building. We are persistent in becoming an exemplary high performing comprehensive middle school.
North Andover Middle School provides a developmental middle school approach to learning. We recognize individual learning styles as we focus on process writing, mathematics using manipulatives, and the inquiry approach in all subjects, including science and social studies. Our classroom environments support critical and creative thinking, cooperative and individual learning with a strong emphasis on interdisciplinary curriculum.
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Dear North Andover Community,
It’s hard to believe it’s been only three days since our Annual Town Meeting. It was heartening to see such a large and engaged turnout—residents of all ages showing up to take part in meaningful decisions that shape our town and schools. Your presence affirmed something we all know: North Andover cares deeply about its children and their education.
Several important decisions were made Tuesday night that will have a direct impact on North Andover Public Schools (NAPS), and I’d like to take this opportunity to summarize those outcomes and share our next steps. I also want to address a social media post that misrepresents both my words and intentions, and I feel it’s important to clarify the facts for our community.
Good Afternoon NAMS Families,
I hope that this message finds you and your families well. As we begin the scheduling process for next year, it is important for us to know who will be joining us in NA in the fall and who may be attending a school outside of our community.
Students Not Attending North Andover in the Fall 2025
If a student will not be attending North Andover Public Schools for the upcoming school year, parents/guardians will need to notify Mrs. Barron as soon as possible by either email or coming into the main office of NAMS. At the end of the school year your student’s records will be forwarded to their new school. Please contact Mrs. Barron with any questions at barronm@northandoverpublicschools.com
This week’s message is ready for your review here. In this week’s newsletter, you will find the following information:
- Students Not Attending North Andover in the Fall 2025
- Early Release Dates 2024-2025
- Purchase a Yearbook Now!
- North Andover Youth & Recreation Services - Summer Programming
- NA Community Programs - Summer Youth Classes 2025
- Attention Grade 8 Families
- Roundtable Discussion on Anxiety and Depression
- SAVE THE DATES - MCAS 2025 Spring Testing Dates
- Attention NA Community - Support Our Seniors
- NA Booster Cheerleading Registration
- Calendar and Key District Dates
Be well,
Jorge Goncalves
Principal
Good evening Grade 7 Families,
I hope that this message finds you well. I wanted to re-share the message I sent Monday evening about math recommendations below and also here.
Please be sure to review the entire message if you have not done so already.
Thank you,
Jorge Goncalves
Principal
Hello NAMS Families,
I hope that this message finds you well. I wanted to make you aware of another disturbing Tik Tok Challenge intended to disrupt the school learning environment, result in vandalism, and endanger the lives. There is a relatively new challenge called the #ChromebookChallenge. You can learn more about it here. It involves inserting objects into computers in an attempt to set them on fire. This is known as the #Chromebookchallenge or the #Chromebookdurabilitytest across TikTok and Instagram.
Please speak with your child about this and let them know that it is your and our expectation that no one will do such an act with their school issued device or any device and also share the consequences below.
In the event that one of our students participates in such a challenge, the following consequences will be imposed:
Tried the prank (no damages)
- 1 week loss of Chromebook
- Contact Home
Tried the prank and damages
- 1 week loss of Chromebook
- Contact Home
- Pay $250
Tried the prank, damages, and smoke/fire
- Contact NA Fire Department
- 1 week loss of Chromebook
- Contact Home
- Pay $250
- Suspension Hearing
You may find the district information regarding caring for Chromebooks here. Additionally, the IT department has communicated the following information on their website:
Grades 6-12
- Each student is provided with a personal Chromebook and charger for educational use.
- Basic repairs will be provided by IT Support Staff. If it appears that the device has been damaged due to abuse then the building principal will be involved to investigate and determine consequences.
- If a Chromebook is lost, the student or their parent/guardian will be responsible for a replacement cost of $250. The fee with be assessed in PowerSchool and parent/guardian can pay at the end of the year. If the Chromebook is found and returned prior to the end of the current school year the fee will be removed.
- If a Chromebook is stolen, the parent/guardian must file a police report within 5 school days of the reported incident and submit a copy to the school office, otherwise it will be considered lost and the student or their parent/guardian will be responsible for a replacement cost of $250.
- If a charger is not working, bring it in, and a replacement will be provided. Lost or missing chargers will be available for a cost of $25. Families can also purchase their own USB-C chargers on their own if they wish.
Thank you for your support and cooperation!
Respectfully,
Jorge Goncalves
Principal
Good Afternoon NAMS Families,
Thank you to our NAMS PTAC, the leadership and coordination of Erika Whyte, and all of our families who donated money, resources, and time to recognize our NAMS Educators this past week. They thoroughly enjoyed all of the wonderful treats and goodies!
This weekend is Mother’s Day, and I wanted to extend my deepest appreciation to each of our NAMS Moms! Your love, strength, and dedication are the foundation of your children’s success—and their joy.
Thank you for the countless ways you support your child’s learning and growth, and for being our partners in education. Whether through encouragement at home, involvement in school life, or simply the care you pour into your family each day—you make a lasting impact.
Wishing you a wonderful weekend filled with love and recognition. You deserve it!
This week’s message is ready for your review here. In this week’s newsletter, you will find the following information:
- Happy Mother's Day Weekend
- Students Not Attending North Andover in the Fall 2025
- Compost Awareness Week
- NA Booster Cheerleading Registration
- Attention Grade 8 Families
- Order Your NAMS 2024-2025 Yearbook
- MCAS 2025 - We value & appreciate your help!
- SAVE THE DATES - MCAS 2025 Spring Testing Dates
- NA Community Programs - Summer Youth Classes 2025
- Attention NA Community - Support Our Seniors
- Early Release Dates 2024-2025
- Calendar and Key District Dates
Be well,
Jorge Goncalves
Principal
The North Andover Public School District is proposing an update to the NAPS Bullying Prevention and Intervention Plan. Per MA General Law, the public may comment on the proposed changes before final adoption by the NA School Committee.
The proposed plan may be reviewed here. Comments may be forwarded to the Superintendent's attention at superintendent@northandoverpublicschools.com
The deadline for comments is 4:00 pm Wednesday May 28, 2025