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Smart Choices, Safe Students
Our Dean of Students team, Sykes Wellness Center team, and Office of the Head of School team partner to bring awareness and education about substance use and misuse. Our student leaders partner with our campus adults to provide peer-to-peer support and utilize the sanctuary system so students who are under the influence of alcohol or drugs get the health care they need.
With events such as Casino Night and the Blue & Silver Dance coming up, we are reminding students about the importance of staying safe and having substance-free fun.
We invite you to partner with us in sharing these messages with your student(s). Click here for a resource from Harvard Health that highlights the vulnerability of a teen brain when exposed to substances and includes tips for you as a parent/guardian.
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Spring Break “Host” Opportunity
Looking for a meaningful cultural exchange? Five vacation host families are needed for PA students who are unable to travel home over Spring Break and do not have friends or relatives in the area with whom they can stay. If you would like to host an international student from March 3 to March 19—or at least half of that time—please email international student coordinator José Peralta.
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Schedule for Final Week of Term
Friday, February 24: (Monday schedule) Conference day, plus athletics and rehearsals
Monday February 27: 8:30–10:30 a.m. (Period 1), 12:30–2:30 p.m. (Period 7), plus athletics and rehearsals
Tuesday, February 28: 8:30–10:30 a.m. (Period 2), 12:30–2:30 p.m. (Period 6), plus athletics and rehearsals
Wednesday, March 1: 8:30–10:30 a.m. (Period 5), plus tournaments, athletics, and rehearsals
Thursday, March 2: 8:30–10:30 a.m. (Period 4), 12:30–2:30 p.m. (Period 3), plus athletics
Please note:
- Friday, February 24, is a conference day. Instructors will be available in their classrooms during the regularly scheduled time. These are “open hours”; students can come and go as needed.
- From Monday February 27, through Thursday March 2, each class will meet once according to the above schedule. All classes will meet in person, and attendance is required for all students.
- Term 2 ends at 3 p.m. on Thursday, March 2. No teacher may accept any additional work from a student after that time.
- Any possible exception to these policies—if a student falls ill, has a family emergency—must be approved by the director of studies in collaboration with the medical director.
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End-of-Term Student Departure
Please note that students must attend all class meetings during the final week of the term, regardless of how instructors plan to use those meetings.
- All students may depart campus after 2:30 p.m. on Thursday, March 2.
- All boarding students must be off campus by noon on Friday, March 3.
Only in extraordinary circumstances will permission be granted for a student to miss class meetings during the final week of the term. The purchase of nonrefundable tickets for an early departure is not considered such a circumstance. Permission to miss such class meetings may be granted only by David Fox, director of studies.
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Join Us for Assassins, the Musical
The Department of Theatre and Dance presents three student performances of Assassins, Stephen Sondheim’s multiple Tony Award–winning musical, in Tang Theatre in George Washington Hall. Please join us!
Assassins tells the story of nine individuals, from John Wilkes Booth to John Hinckley, who attempted to assassinate, successfully or not, the President of the United States. The story is told as a reflection on the divisiveness of our current political climate and emphasizes the misguided nature of extremism. Content warning: This musical contains strong language and descriptions of violence that may be triggering or harmful to some audience members.
Showtimes:
- Friday, February 17—7:30 p.m.
- Saturday, February 18—6:30 p.m.
- Sunday, February 19—1 p.m.
This event is first-come-first-serve seating. We recommend arriving at Tang Theatre 30 minutes prior to showtime to secure your seat. All persons in your party must be present to claim their seats—there is no saving seats and no late seating. Families of students involved in the production can check in with the house manager to receive priority seating.
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Music Performances Start Tomorrow
The Department of Music cordially invites you to the following performances. The first one is tomorrow night! All are free and open to the public.
- Academy Jazz Band and Ensembles: Friday, February 17, at 7:30 p.m. in Cochran Chapel.
- Academy Orchestras: Sunday, February 19, at 4 p.m. in Cochran Chapel.
- Concert of Choral Music: Featuring guest soloists Melynda Davis, soprano, and Wayne Paul, baritone. Friday, February 24, at 7 p.m. in Cochran Chapel.
- Academy Concert Bands: Sunday, February 26, at 3 p.m. in Cochran Chapel.
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Addison Gallery Reception Saturday
You are invited to a reception this Saturday, February 18, from 5 to 7 p.m. to celebrate the winter season at the Addison Gallery of American Art. Bring friends, meet artists Allison Elizabeth Taylor and Lavaughan Jenkins, have a drink and a snack, and explore the Addison’s new winter exhibitions. We hope to see you there! Questions? Please email Rebecca Mongeon.
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Travel Over Spring Break
Phillips Academy will offer Spring Break transportation to and from New York City, with a stop in Darien, Connecticut. Students can sign up for one-way travel ($100) or roundtrip ($160).
Buses will depart at 4 p.m. on Thursday, March 2, and return Monday, March 20. Drop-off and pick-up occur at the southbound (to NYC) and northbound (to Andover) service plazas in Darien and at Dock 2 at the Port Authority Bus South Terminal in New York City.
Answers to travel questions are available on The Hive under Resources, located at the top of the page. The above information and the form have been emailed to students—only they can complete it.
For transportation to Logan (Boston) and Manchester (N.H.) airports or Boston’s South Station, arrangements can be made with private taxi and limousine service providers. A list of service providers regularly used by members of the PA community is available on The Hive. Questions? Email Claudia Scofield or call 978-749-4124.
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News from the PSPA
Leadership Positions Open: The Parents of Students of Phillips Academy (PSPA) is seeking enthusiastic members of our community to serve in various leadership positions on our board in the 2023–2024 school year. If you are interested—or would like to nominate someone—please fill out this form by Friday, February 24.
Relay For Life—Team Up with Our Students: Join other PA parents as we walk with our students in the Relay For Life, sponsored by the American Cancer Society, on Saturday, April 22, from 8 to 11 p.m. in the Snyder Center. Please click here to sign up for the PSPA team.
Casino Night, this Saturday, February 18—Volunteer Spots Still Open: Starting tomorrow, we need parent volunteers to decorate/set up, serve refreshments, and of course, to deal cards at the gaming tables. Please sign up here.
Campus Closet Needs You: The on-campus store for official Andover clothing and gear, Campus Closet is run by parent volunteers to benefit both students and the greater PA community. Sign up here to help in the store between now and Spring Break pick-up day.
2023 Summer & Gap Year Guide: The PSPA will soon launch its annual guide to summer and gap year opportunities, featuring programs that are both local and global. Help us get the word out! We are seeking volunteers to help with social marketing of the digital guide to families in communities around the world. We would especially appreciate help from international parents. If you have a few minutes to spare, please click here.
PSPA Book Club, this Sunday, February 19, 8 p.m. ET: Join us as we continue our theme of student-read books with Arif Anwar’s The Storm. The New York Times describes the novel as “a fascinating, ambitious work, stretching across decades and countries and capturing troubled moments in each.” Join our discussion via this Zoom link. Passcode: 632467.
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Spiritual & Religious Gatherings
Friday, February 17
- 1–1:25 p.m.—Muslim Student Association (MSA) Prayers and Fellowship: Sermon (Jumma prayer). Led by Noureddine El Alam. Meditation Room, lower level of Cochran Chapel (enter from the left side of building).
- 5:30–6:30 p.m.—MSA Dinner and Discussion: Everyone in the community is welcome to join the gathering. Ada’s Room, Paresky Commons.
- 5:30 p.m.—Jewish Student Union (JSU) Shabbat Celebration: Led by members of the JSU and Rabbi Michael Swarttz. Included are blessings over candles, juice and hallah, community conversation, sharing, and fellowship. Paul’s Room, Paresky Commons.
Sunday, February 19
- 6 p.m.—Protestant Worship Service: Led by Rev. Gina Finocchiaro, Protestant chaplain. Musician of the week: Avery Davis ’25. All are welcome for this time of scripture, prayer, and spoken reflection! Cochran Chapel (main chapel).
- 6:15–7 p.m.—Roman Catholic Mass: All are welcome to join the PA Catholic community for Mass on Sunday evenings when school is in session. Overseen by Dr. Mary Kantor, Catholic chaplain, with presider Fr. Jack O’Brien and other guest priests from the Archdiocese of Boston. Student leaders participate in liturgical roles as lectors, Eucharistic ministers, and musicians and help with hospitality. Mass is followed by hospitality and fellowship with snacks and refreshments and sometimes short programming by Catholic Student Fellowship (CSF) leaders. Kemper Chapel, lower level of Cochran Chapel (enter from the left side of building).
Ash Wednesday, February 22
- 6 p.m.—Ash Wednesday Service: This service, approximately 30 minutes, includes prayer, scripture readings, music, reflection, and the imposition of ashes on the forehead of each person. This service is open to all Christians (Catholic, Protestant, evangelical, etc.). If you are not a part of the Christian religion but would like to join this time of prayer, reflection, and worship with your respectful presence, we welcome you. Kemper Chapel, lower level of Cochran Chapel.
A Soup Dinner will follow the service: A simple dinner of vegetarian/lentil soup with bread (gluten-free options) will be available in the Chapel Lounge/Baldwin Cloister right after the service. Questions? Please email Dr. Mary Kantor.
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You Are Invited!
Join us for An Evening with Head of School Raynard S. Kington, MD, PhD, P’24, on these three dates:
Keep an eye on the Academy’s Events Calendar for gatherings in your area and an array of campus and other events that may be open to families (i.e., special student presentations, music, theatre, and dance performances, and athletic competitions). Please join us!
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PA Visitor/Guest Health & Safety Guidelines
On-Campus Visitors: In consideration of the health and safety of visitors and our campus community, we expect visitors to be up to date with COVID vaccination, if eligible. We expect visitors to mask at all times or stay off campus if they are a close contact of someone who has tested positive for COVID in the last 10 days, if they are within 10 days of having been diagnosed with COVID, and/or if they have any symptoms of respiratory illness. In the spirit of non sibi (not for self), the Academy trusts that campus visitors will follow these guidelines.
Guests at Off-Campus/Regional Events: In consideration of the health and safety of our Andover community, we ask attendees to be up to date with COVID vaccination, if eligible. We require all attendees to adhere to the public health guidelines established by the CDC and your state and local health officials, as well as to follow venue guidelines and regulations that are in place at the time of the event. Venue-specific guidelines will be shared close to the event date. Prior to attending, we ask that you monitor your health. We expect attendees to mask at all times—or not attend the event—if they are a close contact of someone who has tested positive for COVID in the last 10 days, if they are within 10 days of having been diagnosed with COVID, and/or if they have any symptoms of respiratory illness. In the spirit of non sibi, the Academy trusts that those in attendance will follow these guidelines.
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