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February Vacation Academy
February Break Is Almost Here!
Enroll your child in February Vacation Academy for hands-on academic learning and fun recreational activities! This program keeps students engaged while providing working families with high-quality child care at no cost.
February 17–20, 2026
8:30 AM – 5:30 PM
Grades K–8
Limited spaces available — students must attend all four days.
Don’t miss out!
Haverhill Community Resources
As the weather gets colder, we know that food and clothing insecurities can be a growing concern for some families.
Many of our schools are hosting Food and Clothing Drives and The Mayor’s Food Drive is underway — this is an excellent opportunity to support neighbors in need or to seek assistance if you could use a little extra help.
Visit our Community Resource page for a wealth of information about local support programs and services. Many of our schools also offer assistance for families — please don’t hesitate to reach out to your child’s school for more helpful information.
Together, we can ensure everyone in our community stays nourished and cared for this season.
Device Waiver Fee
As part of the District’s 1:1 initiative, every Haverhill Public Schools student receives a HPS-issued Chromebook. HPS offers the opportunity to protect school-issued devices for the school year by paying a Device Waiver Fee. As outlined in the HPS Student Technology Device Policy, this $20 fee will help to cover the costs of potential damage, repair, or loss for the school year for the assigned device. Click below for more information.
Qustodio
At Haverhill Public Schools, we’re committed to providing a learning experience that allows your child to grow and flourish with technology.
We’re happy to invite you to join us in this world of digital wellbeing by giving you FREE access to the Qustodio Parents App.
This will provide you with full visibility on how your child is using their school devices. Simply create your account to see your personalized dashboard.
MISSION STATEMENT
The Nettle Middle School Community will nurture the development of responsible, respectful, and thoughtful citizens for life in an increasingly independent global society. We will create safe learning environments in which students are challenged to explore, create, make decisions, and actively participate in and be accountable for their learning. We will build on our platform of professional development to create culturally relevant teaching practices as we move towards more inclusive classrooms. We will seek out community input and guidance when making decisions that impact our students.
VISION STATEMENT
In partnership with our community, parents, guardians, and students, the Nettle Staff, will strive to meet and exceed academic and developmental goals for all learners through a positive and consistent school climate to prepare them for college, career, and life. We will strive to develop creative and critical thinkers, and effective communicators while fostering social responsibility in the context of academics. We will strive to be race-positive and inclusive in all aspects of education. We are committed to treating everyone with respect and dignity through genuine, compassionate listening as we use reflective practices to grow. We will transform Nettle Middle School into a Community School where all families work together to improve student learning and healthy development.