How can I reach the school?

• The Middle School phone number is (978)794-1870.
  The Middle School fax number is (978)794-3619

What number do I call if my child will be absent?

• Please call (978)794-3829.

What time does school start and end?

• School starts at 7:20 a.m.  AFTER 7:20 IS CONSIDERED LATE
• First period starts at 7:33
• School ends at 2:05 p.m.

What time is school dismissed on a 1/2 day?

What are the dates for the trimesters for 2008-2009?

Trimester 1: September 8 - December 4
Trimester 2: December 7 – March 26
Trimester 3: March 29 – June 28

What is on the lunch menu?

• Please see the school lunch program web site for menus.

How much does lunch cost?

Cafeteria Lunch Pricing for 2009-2010 School Year

Can I purchase breakfast at NAMS?

• Yes, breakfast is available in the cafeteria, 7:00 - 7:20 AM, daily. Students must be in line by 7:15 in order to be served.
• 4 different breakfast meals are offered each day: an egg 
and
 cheese
 sandwich, 
fresh
 bagels
 with
 spreads,
 an
 assortment 
of 
muffins
 and 
a 
variety 
of 
cereals.

 Each 
meal
 includes a 
fresh 
fruit
 selection
 and
 a 
100% 
fruit
 juice. 



• $2.00
• Free 
or 
reduced
 price
 breakfast is available for eligible families

Where do I get school cancellation information?

• School Messenger - A phone call from the Superintendent
• School cancellations are announced on the following:
• radio: WRKO (680 AM), WCCM (1490 AM), WBZ (1030 AM), WLLH (1400 AM)
• TV: CHANNELS 4,5, and 7 and local cable channels 8 and 10
• Online at theBostonChannel.com

Where do I find out the about school events?

• Please see the NAMS Calendar which lists all school district and NAMS events and other important dates.

How do I get to NAMS?

• From I-495: Take the Mass Ave. exit (#43). From the exit head south towards North Andover. At the second set of lights, turn left onto Rt. 125/Chickering Road. As you approach the first traffic light the Middle School will be visible to your left. At the first light (Main Street) turn left and enter the school driveway through the second driveway on the left. There are a few visitor parking spots in front of the school, and more parking spots behind the school. Please note: entrance to the school is through the front door only.
• From I-93: Take the Rt. 125 exit (#41). Follow 125 north to the lights at the junction with Rt. 114. Turn left; Merrimack College will be on your left. Bear right at the first light. Go through 3 sets of lights. At the 4th light at Main Street, the NA Middle School will be visible on your left. Turn left and enter through the second driveway on the left as above.

• Additional Morning Drop Off Procedure for 7th and 8th Grade: In the morning cars may double up behind the Freeman House (7th Grade Wing). Students are not to get out of the car until they reach the blue zone that is marked on the ground. Only cars that have reached the blue zone are allowed to off load students.