Category: NA Life

NA Life

2025 Town of North Andover Departmental Wreath Contest

Sarah Brush

Vote for your favorite wreath!

Voting for the 6th Annual Town of North Andover Departmental Wreath Contest ends 5pm on Sunday, December 21st. Please only vote once.

The winners will be announced on Monday, December 22.

https://forms.gle/MV4mgZ8ggSp2JVeL8

Trash Update: December 2, 2025

Sarah Brush
Tuesday Collection for Trash, Recycling and Curbside Leaf Collection is delayed due to slippery weather.  Please be patient, all remaining will be recovered Wednesday morning.  Thank you.

Food Drive, November 29, 2025 and Food Resource Information

Sarah Brush
Food Drive at North Andover Senior Center 

Weekly Food Drive
Saturday, November 29, 2025
9 am – 11 am
North Andover Senior Center
Sponsored by the Lions Club
(Please contact Janice Phillips at jphillips@northandoverma.gov to sponsor a week)

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Take and Leave Food Bins

There are 4 Take and Leave Food Bin locations in town, none of which require registration or interaction with staff. The Police Department is open 24hrs, Senior Center has a tote outside on the bench by the front door, Town Hall has shelves to the left in the front lobby, and Historical Society by the common has a tote outside the front door.

The most needs items are:

Canned Soups
Oatmeal
Baking or Cooking Mixes that only require water
Microwavable Soup or Potatoes
Mac and Cheese with Cheese Sauce
Pasta and Sauce
Canned meat
Peanut butter
Jelly
Feminine Hygiene Products

For additional food resources or to fill out the North Andover Food Assistance Survey, please visit https://northandoverma.gov/1008/Food-Assistance-Resources

Trash Update: 11/26/25

Sarah Brush
Due to a burner being down at WinWaste / Wheelabrator, trash collection will be delayed.  Please keep trash barrels curbside for recovery.  Thank you and Happy Thanksgiving.

Food Drive, November 22, 2025 and Food Resource Information

Sarah Brush
Food Drive at North Andover Senior Center

Saturday, November 22, 2025
9am-11am
(Please contact Janice Phillips at jphillips@northandoverma.gov to sponsor a week)
 
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Take and Leave Food Bins

There are 4 Take and Leave Food Bin locations in town, none of which require registration or interaction with staff. The Police Department is open 24hrs, Senior Center has a tote outside on the bench by the front door, Town Hall has shelves to the left in the front lobby, and Historical Society by the common has a tote outside the front door.

The most needs items are:

Canned Soups
Oatmeal
Baking or Cooking Mixes that only require water
Microwavable Soup or Potatoes
Mac and Cheese with Cheese Sauce
Pasta and Sauce
Canned meat
Peanut butter
Jelly
Feminine Hygiene ProductsFor additional food resources or to fill out the North Andover Food Assistance Survey, please visit https://northandoverma.gov/1008/Food-Assistance-Resources

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To plan your trip, visit mevatransit.com

Town Buildings Holiday Hours – November 26-28, 2025

Sarah Brush
Town Buildings and Non-Essential Town Offices, including Stevens Memorial Library, will be closing at Noon on Wednesday, November 26 and will be closed on Thursday, November 27 and Friday, November 28.


Stevens Memorial Library will be open 10am – 5pm on Saturday, November 29 and 1pm – 5pm on Sunday, November 30.

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Trash Tips with Toni

Sarah Brush

The Town of North Andover’s Trash Contractor, Republic, can not recover any construction waste. 

This consists of, but is not limited to: siding, wood boards, insulation, toilets, pipes, old flooring, cement, and bricks. This is a MassDep Regulation because many of these items are dangerous to the environment.  If Republic suspects demolition is in your trash bags or barrels, they will be left behind.  For more information please to go: 

https://www.mass.gov/lists/managing-construction-demolition-cd-wastes

Food Drive, November 15, 2025

Sarah Brush

This Saturday’s Food Drive at North Andover Senior Center will be sponsored by Representative Ramos

Saturday, November 15, 2025
9am-11am

(Please contact Janice Phillips at jphillips@northandoverma.gov to sponsor a week)

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Take and Leave Food Bins

There are 4 Take and Leave Food Bin locations in town, none of which require registration or interaction with staff. The Police Department is open 24hrs, Senior Center has a tote outside on the bench by the front door, Town Hall has shelves to the left in the front lobby, and Historical Society by the common has a tote outside the front door.
The most needs items are:
Canned Soups
Oatmeal
Baking or Cooking Mixes that only require water
Microwavable Soup or Potatoes
Mac and Cheese with Cheese Sauce
Pasta and Sauce
Canned meat
Peanut butter
Jelly
Feminine Hygiene Products

For additional food resources or to fill out the North Andover Food Assistance Survey, please visit https://northandoverma.gov/1008/Food-Assistance-Resources

To plan your trip, visit mevatransit.com

 
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Strategic Plan Initiative Participation

Sarah Brush

Dear North Andover Community,

This fall, North Andover Public Schools is launching a comprehensive Strategic Planning Initiative to guide our district into the future. This plan will define our Mission, Core Values, and Vision; establish strategic objectives and initiatives; and ensure our schools remain focused on continuous improvement and systemic renewal.

The strength of our Strategic Plan will come directly from the voices of our students, staff, families, and community partners. To that end, we are seeking 20–25 members to serve on the Strategic Planning Committee.

Committee Composition

We are seeking representation from across the North Andover community, including:

  • Principals, Assistant Principals, and District Leadership

  • Teachers and Support Staff

  • Parents/Guardians

  • Students in Grades 10 and 11

  • Elected Town Officials

  • Up to two School Committee Members

  • Community Members (currently without children in North Andover Public Schools)

Meeting Dates and Times

Committee members will meet from 4:00–6:30 PM on the following dates:

  • Meeting #1: Tuesday, December 2, 2025

  • Meeting #2: Tuesday, December 16, 2025

  • Meeting #3 (Data Meeting): Tuesday, January 6, 2026

  • Meeting #4: Tuesday, January 20, 2026

  • Meeting #5: Tuesday, February 3, 2026

  • Meeting #6 (District Leadership Only): Monday, February 23, 2026

Commitment

We ask that interested members:

  • Complete the Interest Survey you will find here by Friday November 14th.

  • Commit to attending all meeting dates listed above. 

All meetings will be held in person; there will be no virtual participation option.


Over the years, the success of North Andover Public Schools has depended on the broad-based involvement and support of our community. Once again, we invite you to share your perspective, expertise, and passion to help us chart a course for the future, one that ensures every North Andover student thrives.

Thank you for considering this opportunity to serve. Together, we will build a Strategic Plan that reflects our shared commitment to students, families, and the entire North Andover community.

Warm regards,
Pamela Lathrop, Superintendent of Schools