Did you know that the Andover-Exeter athletic rivalry is the oldest high school sports rivalry in the country? Come out and support the Big Blue this weekend for the annual A-E fall matchups held at Phillips Exeter in New Hampshire. Click here to access the Exeter Events app, which includes maps of the Exeter campus, team rosters, dining information, and more, or use the QR code below.
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The Phillips Academy Concert Band, directed by Douglas McRay Daniels, and the Tuesday Night Band, directed by Peter Cirelli, will perform Sunday, November 12, at 3 p.m. in Cochran Chapel. Please click here for more information. This concert is free and open to the public. We hope you can join us!
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End-of-Term Schedule & Details
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As we approach the end of the Term 1 (fall term), please note the following:
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Friday, November 10: This a conference day (a Monday schedule). Teachers will be available in their classrooms during the regularly scheduled time. These are “open hours”; students can come and go as needed.
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From Monday, November 13, through Friday, November 17, each class will meet once, according to the special schedule below. All classes will meet in person, and attendance is required for all students.
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- Monday, November 13: Period 7 meets 8:30–10:30 a.m.; Period 4 meets 12:30–2:30 p.m. Athletics and rehearsals follow.
- Tuesday, November 14: Period 5 meets 8:30–10:30 a.m.; some World Languages* meet 12:30–2:30 p.m. Athletics and rehearsals follow.
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Wednesday, November 15: Period 3 meets 8:30–10:30 a.m. Tournaments, athletics, and rehearsals follow.
- Thursday, November 16: Period 6 meets 8:30–10:30 a.m.; some science classes** meet 12:30–2:30 p.m. Athletics and rehearsals follow.
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*More information about the end of term schedule including World Language course times can be found on the 2023-2024 Information for Families page, “End of Term Schedule” button.
Term 1 ends at 3 p.m. on Friday, November 17. All fall term work must be submitted no later than 3 p.m.; instructors are not permitted to 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, etc.—must be approved by the director of studies in collaboration with the chief medical officer.
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- All students may depart campus after 2:30 p.m. on Friday, November 17.
- All boarding students must depart campus
by noon on Saturday, November 18 (except for students involved in post-season play).
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Music Rentals & Private Lessons |
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Team Music is wishing our students and families a very happy and safe holiday! Kindly review the policies below and make the necessary preparations prior to departing campus before break.
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- Traveling with PA Instrument Rentals
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Please note that rentals from PA’s collection are generally not permitted to leave campus and requests are reviewed on a case-by-case basis. Requests to travel with your PA instrument rental (by car, only) must be received by Friday, November 10. Please email Dr. Jessica McCormack
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Music students who have rented an instrument and who will not be taking music lessons or participating in an ensemble during the winter term must return their instrument by Monday, November 13. Instruments not returned by this day will accrue fines. If you have questions about renting an instrument, please contact Mr. Carl Johnson in the W.B. Clift Music Library.
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Friday, December 15 at 5 p.m. is the ADD/DROP deadline for Winter Term lessons. If students are interested in lessons and they did not request them during advising period, please complete a request here. Kindly note that lessons do not roll over to the next term. Students must request them for each term they wish to be enrolled. Questions? Email Dr. Jessica McCormack.
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Thanksgiving Break & Winter Break Travel |
Phillips Academy will offer transportation at Thanksgiving and Winter breaks to and from New York City, with a stop in Darien, Connecticut. Students can sign up for one-way travel ($100) or round-trip ($160). Buses will depart at 4 p.m. on Friday, November 17, and return Tuesday, November 28, departing NYC at 11 a.m.
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. Bus forms and answers to travel questions are located in 2023–2024 Information for Families under Transportation Information for Thanksgiving and Winter breaks. This information has also been posted on PAnet for student access.
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 in 2023–2024 Information for Families.
Questions? Email Claudia Scofield or call 978-749-4124.
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The Office of Family Engagement (OFE) will be sending an anonymous survey to all families in the next few weeks. Please take this opportunity to provide feedback on your experience as a PA parent/family so far this year. What has been helpful? What information has been missing? How can the office support you?
The insights obtained through this survey will play a vital role in shaping future resources and programs. OFE wants to hear from you!
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Yearbook Message Deadline Nov. 15 |
Parents of seniors: Express pride and love and congratulate your soon-to-be-graduate with a fun and heartfelt “family message” in the Pot Pourri yearbook. Choose from several sizes (full-color or black and white) and include your own special message and photo(s). Simply click Yearbook Order Center to create your ad and submit payment. Family message submission deadline is Wednesday, November 15.
Information on ordering yearbooks, senior portraits, and class rings can be found on the 2023–2024 Information for Families under Yearbook.
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We would appreciate your help volunteering at various upcoming student events—it’s a great way to take part in campus activities and to meet other parents! Campus Closet needs your help staffing the shop in the upcoming holiday months. Please click here to volunteer. PSPA activities are funded by profits from our volunteer-run Campus Closet, which features official Phillips Academy gear for your whole family.
Campus Closet is open today, Friday, November 10, from noon to 4 p.m. Remember, you can shop online 24/7!
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Please join us on Tuesday, November 14 for an early light dinner, which will be served at 5:30 p.m. ET. The general meeting will start at 6:15 p.m. ET.
Underwood Room. For those that cannot attend the General Meeting in person, here is a Zoom Link to attend virtually.
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Spiritual & Religious Gatherings |
- 1:00 p.m.—Muslim Student Association (MSA) Jummah Prayer: Led by members of the MSA. Meditation Room, Cochran Chapel (lower level).
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5:30 p.m.—6:30 p.m.—Jewish Student Union (JSU) Shabbat Celebration: Led by members of the JSU and Rabbi Joshua Greenberg. Included are blessings over candles, challah and grape juice, sharing and fellowship. All are welcome. Paul’s Room, Paresky Commons (second floor).
- 5:30 p.m.—Muslim Student Association Dinner & Discussion: All community members are welcome to join this gathering. Ada’s Room, Paresky Commons (second floor).
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- 6:00 p.m.— Protestant Worship – Led by the Reverend Gina M. Finocchiaro, Protestant Chaplain. This week will feature PA’s Gospel Choir, under the direction of Michael Belcher. All are welcome for this time of scripture, prayer, and spoken reflection. Cochran Chapel.
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6:15 p.m.— 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 left side of building).
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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!
Health and safety guidelines, provided here, are also available when you register for an event.
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The Office of Family Engagement is here to support you throughout the school year. If you have any questions or need assistance, please contact Director Jennifer Vasquez by email or call 978-749-4068.
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