School Picture Days - Save the Date

Needles High School: Monday, October 5th
Needles Middle School: Monday, October 5th
Chemehuevi Valley Elementary: Monday, October 5th
Vista Colorado Elementary: Friday, October 9th
Monument Peak School: Friday, October 9th

See your school office for information. #ConnectedToNeedlesUSD
11 days ago, Needles USD
School Picture Days schedule for Needles High School, Needles Middle School, Chemehuevi Valley Elementary, Vista Colorado Elementary, and Monument Peak School. Full schedule details in context

Join us for Back to School and Parent Night! Mark your calendars for September 22, 2026 event times across our schools:

Vista Colorado: 4:00 PM - 5:00 PM
Needles Middle School: 4:30 PM - 5:30 PM
Needles High School: 5:00 PM - 6:00 PM

We look forward to seeing you there! #ConnectedToNeedlesUSD

16 days ago, Needles USD
alt="Back to School & Parent Night schedule for Vista Colorado, Needles Middle School, and Needles High School."
NMS Volleyball is at home! Come support our Ponies and cheer them on as they take the court. We hope to see you there! #ConnectedToNeedlesUSD
26 days ago, Needles USD
Graphic announcing NMS home volleyball games on Wednesday, September 9th and Thursday, September 10th. Games are at 3 PM and 4 PM at the Needles High School gym.
Needles Middle School Football is back tonight at 6:30 PM at the Needles High School Football Field! Come out and support our Ponies as they take the field. We hope to see you there! #ConnectedToNeedlesUSD
about 1 month ago, Needles USD
Promotional graphic announcing Needles Middle School football tonight at 6:30 PM. The game will be played at the Needles High School football field

Mark your calendars for these important dates during the 2026–2027 school year:

September
• September 7: Labor Day (No School)

October
• October 9: Needles High School Homecoming Game
• October 12–16: Fall Break

November
• November 11: Veterans Day (No School)
• November 23–27: Thanksgiving Break

December
• December 17: End of 1st Semester
• December 18 – January 1: Winter Break

January
• January 18: Martin Luther King Jr. Day (No School)

February
• February 12: Holiday (No School)
• February 15: President’s Day (No School)

March
• March 26: Spring Holiday (No School)
• March 29 – April 2: Spring Break

May
• May 31: Memorial Day (No School)

June
• June 4: Last Day of School & Graduation

Please note that all dates are subject to change if necessary. We look forward to another great school year!

about 2 months ago, Needles USD
Graphic listing important dates for the Needles Unified School District 2026–2027 school year. Key Dates: August 12: First Day of School October 12–16: Fall Break November 23–27: Thanksgiving Break December 18–January 1: Winter Break March 26–April 2: Spring Break June 4: Last Day of School School Holidays: September 7: Labor Day November 11: Veterans Day January 18: Martin Luther King Jr. Day February 12 and 15: Presidents' Holidays March 26: Spring Holiday May 31: Memorial Day The graphic includes seasonal school-themed icons next to each event and the Needles Unified School District logo in the lower-right corner.
Summer Office Closure Reminder
Please note that our school offices will be closed during the month of July.
If you need assistance with student registration, athletic clearance, sports information, or any school-specific questions, please contact your school office before July 1.
The Needles Unified School District Office will remain open throughout July and is available to assist you with district-related questions.
We hope everyone has a safe, relaxing summer, and we look forward to welcoming our students back soon! #Con nectedToNeedlesUSD
3 months ago, Needles USD
Needles Unified School District announcement: School offices are closed during July. Families needing registration or sports information should obtain it before July 1. The District Office remains open all summer.
NUSD school families: Now is the time to prepare for a successful start to the new school year. Please complete and submit your student’s bus pass application as soon as possible to help ensure transportation arrangements are ready before the first day of school. #ConnectedToNeedlesUSD
5 months ago, Needles USD
Alt text: Colorful school district flyer promoting transportation applications for Needlés Unified School District families. Large headline reads “Transportation Back to School Bus Pass Application” with a bright orange banner stating “Submit by June 1st!” Text explains that applications submitted after June 1 may take 7–10 business days to process and students cannot ride the bus until approved. The flyer notes that applications are available online and in the office and ends with the message “Avoid Delays—Submit Early!” Decorative school-themed graphics include books, clouds, rulers, a school bus, school building, and sunshine on a light beige background.
Free sports physicals available soon! Don’t forget to bring your completed forms with you. Be prepared and take advantage of this opportunity! #connectedtoneedlesusd
about 1 year ago, Needles USD
1. Free physical examinations offered at the University of Nebraska for students and community members. 2. University of Nebraska provides free physical examinations for students and local residents. 3. Free physical exams available at the University of Nebraska for students and community participants.
Free sports physicals available soon! Don’t forget to bring your completed forms with you. Be prepared and take advantage of this opportunity! #connectedtoneedlesusd
about 1 year ago, Needles USD
1. Free physical examinations offered at the University of Nebraska for students and community members. 2. University of Nebraska provides free physical examinations for students and local residents. 3. Free physical exams available at the University of Nebraska for students and community participants.
Free sports physicals available soon! Don’t forget to bring your completed forms with you. Be prepared and take advantage of this opportunity! #connectedtoneedlesusd
about 1 year ago, Needles USD
1. Free physical examinations offered at the University of Nebraska for students and community members. 2. University of Nebraska provides free physical examinations for students and local residents. 3. Free physical exams available at the University of Nebraska for students and community participants.
Free sports physicals available soon! Don’t forget to bring your completed forms with you. Be prepared and take advantage of this opportunity! #connectedtoneedlesusd
about 1 year ago, Needles USD
1. Free physical examinations offered at the University of Nebraska for students and community members. 2. University of Nebraska provides free physical examinations for students and local residents. 3. Free physical exams available at the University of Nebraska for students and community participants.
Free sports physicals available soon! Don’t forget to bring your completed forms with you. Be prepared and take advantage of this opportunity! #connectedtoneedlesusd
about 1 year ago, Needles USD
1. Free physical examinations offered at the University of Nebraska for students and community members. 2. University of Nebraska provides free physical examinations for students and local residents. 3. Free physical exams available at the University of Nebraska for students and community participants.
NUSD wishes all students and staff a great break. We hope to see everyone when school returns. #connectedtoneedlesusd
over 1 year ago, Needles USD
Memorial Day Closure
NUSD wishes all students and staff a great break. We hope to see everyone when school returns. #connectedtoneedlesusd
over 1 year ago, Needles USD
Spring Holiday
NUSD wishes all students and staff a great break. We hope to see everyone when school returns. #connectedtoneedlesusd
over 1 year ago, Needles USD
Spring Break Dates
Middle School teacher Abby Chandler expresses gratitude for receiving the GATE grant through the Colorado River Women's Council. The grant allowed her to purchase two class sets of novels for her students, focusing on books that have been adapted into films, enhancing both literacy and critical thinking skills. #connectedtoneedlesusd
over 1 year ago, Needles USD
Students holding novels with a book backdrop.
NUSD wishes all students and staff a great break. We hope to see everyone when school returns. #connectedtoneedlesusd
over 1 year ago, Needles USD
NUSD mascots dressed up for President's day saying there is no school
Congratulations to our Needles Middle School B Girls Basketball Team for their hard-fought victory in the basketball tournament! Their dedication and teamwork paid off, and we couldn’t be prouder of their achievement. Great job, team! #connectedtoneedlesusd
over 1 year ago, Needles USD
Photo of B team winning tournament. Text: B-Team Tournament Champs
NUSD wishes all students and staff a great break. We hope to see everyone when school returns. #connectedtoneedlesusd
over 1 year ago, Needles USD
MLK closing.
Our school mascots are geared up and ready to go! Like them, every student plays a crucial role in making this a great year. Remember, consistent attendance is essential for success—be present, be prepared! #connectedtoneedlesusd
over 1 year ago, Needles USD
Three horses, a roadrunner, and an eagle at school in a classroom. Text: Every Student, Every Day