Construction is underway on Needles High School's new campus safety fence.
This project is part of our ongoing commitment to enhancing campus security and creating a safe, welcoming environment for our students, staff, and visitors. We appreciate your patience as construction progresses and look forward to sharing updates along the way. #ConnectedToNeedlesUSD
This project is part of our ongoing commitment to enhancing campus security and creating a safe, welcoming environment for our students, staff, and visitors. We appreciate your patience as construction progresses and look forward to sharing updates along the way. #ConnectedToNeedlesUSD
Sports season is almost here! If your student plans to participate in high school athletics this fall, now is the time to schedule their required sports physical.
Tri-State Community Healthcare is offering sports physicals by appointment Monday through Friday from 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., with additional Saturday appointments available on July 18 and July 25 from 9:00 a.m. to 1:30 p.m.
Location:
Tri-State Community Healthcare
820 W. Broadway
Needles, CA
Cost: $25 or billable to insurance.
To schedule an appointment, please call (760) 326-0222. Appointments are required.
High school sports officially begin on August 1, so we encourage families to schedule their student's physical as soon as possible to ensure they are ready for the start of the season. #ConnectedToNeedlesUSD
Our new Head Start playground is coming together! Since breaking ground, we've made great progress, and we can't wait for our youngest learners to enjoy this exciting new space. #ConnectedtoNeedlesUSD
Needles Unified School District is pleased to offer our Summer Meal Program with free weekly meal distribution for children throughout the summer.
Every Wednesday from June 24, 2026 – July 29, 2026.
A refrigerated delivery van will visit community locations each Wednesday. Parents, guardians, or children may pick up meal bags.
Each meal bag includes 5 breakfasts and 5 lunches
Distribution locations and times:
Colorado River Market
2100 Needles Hwy.
9:00–9:15 a.m.
Needles Utility Office
817 Third St.
9:20–9:35 a.m.
Katie Hohstadt
600 Cibola
9:40–9:55 a.m.
River Garden Apartments
1501 Lillyhill Dr.
10:20–10:35 a.m.
Mormon Church
2001 El Monte St.
10:40–10:55 a.m.
Buy Rite
1932 J St.
11:00–11:30 a.m.
We look forward to serving our families this summer.
This institution is an equal opportunity provider.
Every Wednesday from June 24, 2026 – July 29, 2026.
A refrigerated delivery van will visit community locations each Wednesday. Parents, guardians, or children may pick up meal bags.
Each meal bag includes 5 breakfasts and 5 lunches
Distribution locations and times:
Colorado River Market
2100 Needles Hwy.
9:00–9:15 a.m.
Needles Utility Office
817 Third St.
9:20–9:35 a.m.
Katie Hohstadt
600 Cibola
9:40–9:55 a.m.
River Garden Apartments
1501 Lillyhill Dr.
10:20–10:35 a.m.
Mormon Church
2001 El Monte St.
10:40–10:55 a.m.
Buy Rite
1932 J St.
11:00–11:30 a.m.
We look forward to serving our families this summer.
This institution is an equal opportunity provider.
Needles Middle School registration schedule. August 3: 6th Grade registration from 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. August 4: 7th Grade registration from 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. August 5: 8th Grade registration from 12:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. #ConnectToNeedlesUSD
Learning never stops—even during summer! Our Needles Unified School District team spent time at the 2026 AVID Summer Institute learning new ideas, sharing experiences with educators from across the country, and finding even more ways to help our students succeed. We can't wait to bring these ideas back to our classrooms! #ConnectedToNeedlesUSD
The NHS Cheer Team is gearing up for a new season, and practices begin Saturday, August 1!
Before you can participate in tryouts or practices, you must:
Have a current NIAA sports physical completed.
Be registered in Aktivate (formerly Register My Athlete) with all required forms completed and approved.
Please complete both requirements before the first day to ensure you're eligible to participate.
We can't wait to welcome new and returning cheerleaders for another exciting season.
Go Mustangs! #ConnectedToNeedlesUSD
Before you can participate in tryouts or practices, you must:
Have a current NIAA sports physical completed.
Be registered in Aktivate (formerly Register My Athlete) with all required forms completed and approved.
Please complete both requirements before the first day to ensure you're eligible to participate.
We can't wait to welcome new and returning cheerleaders for another exciting season.
Go Mustangs! #ConnectedToNeedlesUSD
Needles High School's fall sports are almost here!
Student-athletes planning to participate this fall should make note of the upcoming start dates:
• Football Heat Acclimation: July 27–31 at 6:00 p.m.
• Volleyball Tryouts: Saturday, August 1 at 10:00 a.m.
• Cross Country: Begins Monday, August 3 (time to be announced)
We look forward to welcoming our Mustang athletes back for another exciting season. Please watch for additional information from coaches regarding required paperwork, practice expectations, and team communications.
Go Mustangs!
Important: To participate in tryouts, all students MUST:
Have a current NIAA Physical completed.
Be registered on Aktivate (Register My Athlete).
Students who do not have a current physical and are not registered in Aktivate will not be permitted to try out.
Construction is underway on a brand-new playground designed especially for our youngest learners. We're excited to create a fun, safe, and welcoming space where children can play, learn, and make lasting memories. Stay tuned for construction updates as we bring this exciting project to life! #ConnectedToNeedlesUSD
November 2026 Needles USD Board Elections (Area 3 & Area 4)
The District does not endorse or oppose any candidate and provides this information solely to encourage public awareness and participation in the democratic process.
This November, there are two (2) seats open for election for the Needles Unified School District Board of Education. Specifically, Trustee Area 3 and Trustee Area 4 are open for election for 4-year terms (from December 2026 – December 2030) by the residents of those, respective Areas. A copy of the District’s Trustee Area Map is accessible on the District’s website.
The District’s understanding is that the earliest a Declaration of Candidacy can be filed with the County is July 13, 2026 and the final date to file a Declaration of Candidacy is August 7, 2026. Per District Board Policy, the District assumes no part of the cost of printing, handling, translating or mailing candidate statements filed pursuant to Elections Code 13307. Candidates may be required to pay their pro rata share of these costs to the District in advance as specified in Elections Code 13307 and candidate statements shall be limited to no more than 200 words.
The District encourages eligible community members who are interested in public service and supporting local schools to learn more about opportunities to serve on the Governing Board. Additional information regarding open seats, eligibility requirements, candidate filing timelines, and applicable procedures is available through the County Registrar of Voters. The District does not endorse or oppose any candidate and provides this information solely to encourage public awareness and participation in the democratic process.
The District does not endorse or oppose any candidate and provides this information solely to encourage public awareness and participation in the democratic process.
This November, there are two (2) seats open for election for the Needles Unified School District Board of Education. Specifically, Trustee Area 3 and Trustee Area 4 are open for election for 4-year terms (from December 2026 – December 2030) by the residents of those, respective Areas. A copy of the District’s Trustee Area Map is accessible on the District’s website.
The District’s understanding is that the earliest a Declaration of Candidacy can be filed with the County is July 13, 2026 and the final date to file a Declaration of Candidacy is August 7, 2026. Per District Board Policy, the District assumes no part of the cost of printing, handling, translating or mailing candidate statements filed pursuant to Elections Code 13307. Candidates may be required to pay their pro rata share of these costs to the District in advance as specified in Elections Code 13307 and candidate statements shall be limited to no more than 200 words.
The District encourages eligible community members who are interested in public service and supporting local schools to learn more about opportunities to serve on the Governing Board. Additional information regarding open seats, eligibility requirements, candidate filing timelines, and applicable procedures is available through the County Registrar of Voters. The District does not endorse or oppose any candidate and provides this information solely to encourage public awareness and participation in the democratic process.
Needles Unified School District is pleased to offer our Summer Meal Program with free weekly meal distribution for children throughout the summer.
Every Wednesday from June 24, 2026 – July 29, 2026.
A refrigerated delivery van will visit community locations each Wednesday. Parents, guardians, or children may pick up meal bags.
Each meal bag includes 5 breakfasts and 5 lunches
Distribution locations and times:
Colorado River Market
2100 Needles Hwy.
9:00–9:15 a.m.
Needles Utility Office
817 Third St.
9:20–9:35 a.m.
Katie Hohstadt
600 Cibola
9:40–9:55 a.m.
River Garden Apartments
1501 Lillyhill Dr.
10:20–10:35 a.m.
Mormon Church
2001 El Monte St.
10:40–10:55 a.m.
Buy Rite
1932 J St.
11:00–11:30 a.m.
We look forward to serving our families this summer.
This institution is an equal opportunity provider.
Every Wednesday from June 24, 2026 – July 29, 2026.
A refrigerated delivery van will visit community locations each Wednesday. Parents, guardians, or children may pick up meal bags.
Each meal bag includes 5 breakfasts and 5 lunches
Distribution locations and times:
Colorado River Market
2100 Needles Hwy.
9:00–9:15 a.m.
Needles Utility Office
817 Third St.
9:20–9:35 a.m.
Katie Hohstadt
600 Cibola
9:40–9:55 a.m.
River Garden Apartments
1501 Lillyhill Dr.
10:20–10:35 a.m.
Mormon Church
2001 El Monte St.
10:40–10:55 a.m.
Buy Rite
1932 J St.
11:00–11:30 a.m.
We look forward to serving our families this summer.
This institution is an equal opportunity provider.
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
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
Need free summer meals? Weekly meal distributions begin June 24. Families can pick up five breakfasts and five lunches. #ConnectedtToNeedlesUSD
Congratulations to our graduating senior Gianna Collier on signing to play basketball at Concordia University Chicago. We wish her continued success ahead. #ConnectedToNeedleUSD
School is out, and summer is here! We wish all of our students, families, and staff a safe, relaxing, and memorable summer break. #ConnectedToNeedlesUSD
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Today, we celebrate National Mascot Day. Our mascots bring energy, pride, tradition, and school spirit to every campus across our district. #ConnectedToNeedlesUSD
Thanks to a $2,500 BHHS Legacy Foundation grant, students combined math, art, and mindfulness to create fractal-inspired masterpieces, using Sierpinski patterns and Koch Snowflakes while relaxing after state testing. #ConnectedToNeedlesUSD
