Littleton Middle School was recognized by the Department of Elementary and Secondary Education as one of only six National Blue Ribbon School Nominees in Massachusetts during a ceremony at the State House on Jan. 20. From left, DESE Commissioner Pedro Martinez, Littleton Middle School Principal Jason Everhart, Superintendent Dr. Kelly R. Clenchy and Secretary of Education Patrick Tutwiler. (Photo Courtesy Littleton Public Schools)
LITTLETON — Littleton Middle School and Littleton High School were recognized by the Massachusetts Department of Elementary and Secondary Education (DESE) during a ceremony at the State House on Jan. 20, with Littleton Middle School named a National Blue Ribbon School Nominee and Littleton High School recognized as a 2025 School of Recognition.
The state honored six National Blue Ribbon School Nominees, two National Elementary and Secondary Education Act (ESEA) Distinguished Schools, and 55 Schools of Recognition as part of its annual Schools of Recognition program.
Littleton Middle School was selected by DESE for nomination as a National Blue Ribbon School, the highest level of recognition in the program. The designation highlights schools that demonstrate strong academic performance and progress toward accountability targets, with an emphasis on English Language Arts and mathematics.
Littleton Middle School was chosen in the Exemplary High-Performing School category, which recognizes schools that deliver consistently strong outcomes across all subjects while supporting the success of all students, including students with disabilities and English learners.
“At Littleton Middle School, we measure success not just academically, but also in the relationships and connections that make our school a place where students want to learn,” said Principal Jason Everhart. “To be one of only six schools in Massachusetts nominated for this recognition is something that doesn’t happen often. It reflects years of hard work by our students, staff and families, and I couldn’t be prouder of our community.”
Littleton Middle School focuses on relationship-building and student engagement through weekly advisory programming, Universal Design for Learning practices and opportunities for students to take on leadership roles. Programs such as Student Council, National Junior Honor Society, Project 351 and the student-led Golden Tiger awards promote kindness, positivity, responsibility and community involvement, while comprehensive academic supports help meet the needs of all students.
Littleton High School was also recognized by DESE as a 2025 School of Recognition for its progress toward accountability goals.
“We appreciate this special recognition,” said Littleton High School Principal Dr. John M. Harrington. “It is a meaningful honor for Littleton High School and for the town. We are grateful for our supportive community, our outstanding students and especially our teachers, whose dedication helped earn this distinction.”
Superintendent Dr. Kelly R. Clenchy said Littleton Public Schools always strive to meet the needs of every student, and these recognitions demonstrate that commitment.
“We’re so excited to receive both awards,” Dr. Clenchy said. “These recognitions speak to the work of our educators, administrators, School Committee, and the entire Littleton community, all of whom continue to support public education in our town.”
Although the National Blue Ribbon Schools program at the federal level ended in August 2025, Massachusetts has chosen to continue this important recognition.
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Littleton High School was recognized by the Department of Elementary and Secondary Education as a 2025 School of Recognition during a ceremony at the State House on Jan. 20. From left, DESE Commissioner Pedro Martinez, Superintendent Dr. Kelly R. Clenchy, Littleton High School Principal Dr. John M. Harrington and Secretary of Education Patrick Tutwiler. (Photo Courtesy Littleton Public Schools)
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