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Key Winter Term Dates- Return to campus: Boarding students return Wednesday, December 1, between 8 a.m. and 8 p.m. (See next section for more about return travel to PA from New York City.)
- Quarantine: When boarding students return to campus on Wednesday, December 1, we will be in the Orange risk zone (modified campus arrival quarantine) through Wednesday, December 8. Details of the modified campus quarantine will be communicated with students prior to their arrival. We will reassess the campus community’s risk zone on December 8.
- COVID-19 testing: All students will be tested twice for COVID-19 at the Sykes Wellness Center—on Thursday, December 2, and Monday, December 6.
- Classes begin: Term 2 (winter term) classes begin for all students on Thursday, December 2.
- Attendance: Students are expected to attend all classes between December 2 and December 15. No students are permitted to be excused from class prior to December 15. Any possible exception to these policies—if a student falls ill or has a family emergency—must be approved by the cluster dean (for family emergencies) or Sykes Wellness Center staff (for illness or medical emergencies).
- Dining: We plan to keep dining open in Paresky Commons through all zones unless data suggests a campus outbreak.
- Off-campus permissions: We do not expect to offer routine off-campus permissions (outside of school-sponsored programming) for the weekends of December 4 & 5 and December 11 & 12. Students should plan to remain on campus both weekends.
- The last day of classes/beginning of winter break: Wednesday, December 15, is the last day of classes. Students may leave for winter break after their final class; all students must be off campus by 12 noon on Thursday, December 16.
- Looking ahead to January: We expect a similar approach to testing, risk zone determination, and limited off-campus permissions for the first two weeks when students return to campus after winter break on Monday, January 3.
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Return Travel from NYC after Thanksgiving
There has been tremendous interest from families in using the PA-sponsored bus service to/from New York City and Darien, Conn., at Thanksgiving break. There are no longer any seats available on either the outgoing bus on Friday, November 19, or the return bus, on Wednesday, December 1.
If you need transportation for your student, you will need to explore alternatives: Using C&J Bus Lines’ public transportation may be an option. This is the bus company we use. They use the same dock at the Port Authority, departure times are similar to ours, and their bus terminal is located in Tewksbury, Mass.—the next town over. If you have questions or concerns, email Claudia Scofield. We may be able to assist.
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A-E Rivalry Returns!
“If the prolonged pause of the fall edition of the nation’s oldest prep rivalry had any effect on either school’s spirits,” writes PA sports information director David Fricke, “it was in the form of increased enthusiasm.”
Photos, from left: Varsity volleyball wins a hard-fought opening set; Andover Head of School Raynard Kington P’24 and Phillips Exeter Principal Bill Rawson meet midfield in Phelps Stadium; Big Blue fans make noise. Hundreds of photos of Saturday’s competitions, student-athletes, and fans are available for viewing and downloading here.
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Health and Wellness
As of Wednesday, November 17, the PA campus/community’s COVID-19 transmission level continues to be Green (lowest risk). The campus testing positivity rate in the past seven days is 0%. Please visit our COVID-19 Testing Dashboard for further information from Dr. Amy Patel, Sykes Wellness Center medical director.
Sykes Wellness Center Thanksgiving Break hours: November 22 & 23, 8 a.m.–5 p.m.; November 24, 25 & 26, closed for the holiday; November 29 & 30, 8 a.m.–5 p.m.; December 1, back to regular operation hours.
Encourage your student to get their flu shot! Students can still make an appointment for a flu shot by calling the Sykes Wellness Center at 978-749-4455. If your child received the flu vaccine elsewhere, please email documentation to the wellness center.
Physical examination due? If your child’s physical exam has expired or is about to expire, please schedule an appointment with their primary care doctor during the upcoming breaks. Remember, your student must have a current physical on file at the Sykes Wellness Center. (“Current” means the exam must have taken place within the past 13 months.)
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Learning in the World: Applications Due Soon!
Applications for Learning in the World (LITW) faculty-led and affiliate programs are now “live.” Please visit the LITW webpage to learn more about our current offerings; your student should apply via our online portal.
- Applications for March break 2022 programs are due Thursday, December 2; applications for summer 2022 programs are due Tuesday, January 4. Students should connect as soon as possible with PA adults who know them well and can write recommendations.
- If your child wants to apply to an affiliate program, they should visit the LITW online portal, navigate to 2022 LITW: Affiliate Program, and follow the instructions.
- Need-based financial assistance is available for PA-sponsored and affiliate programs. Please email Andréa Gerakaris in the Office of Admission with specific inquiries.
Due to the ongoing uncertainty of global travel, the Academy will review the viability of travel on a program-by-program basis and make decisions in a timely manner. Any expenses incurred will be refunded in full. We also offer several local, domestic, and virtual LITW options so students can have a global experience closer to home. See our LITW webpage for more information. Questions? Email Mark Cutler, LITW director.
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Yearbook Photos—All Grades
Mark Lawrence Photographers will be back on campus in December to take student photos for the Pot Pourri yearbook. We offer this service as a convenience.
RETAKES or Missed Photos for SENIORS: Tuesday, December 7, and Wednesday, December 8, 11 a.m.–7 p.m. Paresky Commons, lower left
- Students in the Class of 2022 ONLY are invited to have their senior portrait photos taken. Multiple poses and backgrounds will be offered during a 10-15 minute photo shoot. A form will be emailed to all students on December 1 asking to them to sign up for a time slot. The sitting fee for photos is $30, payable by BlueCard only. If you need assistance adding funds to your child’s BlueCard, please email or call 978-749-4124.
- Seniors are welcome to get senior portraits taken by any photographer they choose. We simply ask that all portraits taken through other companies be emailed to Chris Capano by January 3, 2022.
RETAKES or Missed Photos for 9th-, 10th-, and 11th-graders: Thursday, December 9, 11 a.m.–3 p.m. Paresky Commons, lower left
- Juniors, lowers, and uppers are encouraged to have a photo taken for the yearbook. No purchase is required, and it takes only about 30 seconds. If you would like to order a photo package, you can do so here. Order forms will also be available in Paresky.
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Pre-Order Yearbook and Save
Andover’s official school yearbook, Pot Pourri 2022, is now accepting pre-orders on or before Wednesday, December 1, for $100—a $25 savings! Order the Pot Pourri online and enter school code 3591. Order forms are also available on The Hive. Yearbooks will be delivered to students in mid-May.
Submit a “family message” for your senior: Express pride and love and congratulate your soon-to-be-graduate with a fun and heartfelt ad in the yearbook. Choose from several sizes and include your own special message and photo(s). Please download the order form, which includes instructions for submitting ad materials and payment. Deadline for submission is January 15, 2022. Note that Pot Pourri 2022 is a full-color yearbook, but we do offer black and white ad options.
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News from the PSPA
There are so many things we are thankful for this year, but at the very top of that list is the health and well-being of our Andover community. We are immensely grateful to be able to share in the experiences of our students—and to all our tremendous volunteers for their support. Wishing you a wonderful holiday filled with warmth and happiness.
Tonight at 8 p.m. EST—Virtual Parent Mixer: All parents/guardians are invited to come together and connect with other Phillips Academy families. Bring your own beverage, relax, and “Zoom” with fellow PA parents from around the globe. RSVP today!
PSPA Campus Closet hours: Campus Closet’s physical store in George Washington Hall will be closed tomorrow. We will reopen for in-person shopping on Friday, December 3. In the meantime, shop Campus Closet 24/7 for new shorts and joggers. (Nike long-sleeve shirts are back in stock!)
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Information on Transcript Requests
Many students are beginning to think about summer programs. If your student needs a copy of their unofficial transcript for an application, they should email the registrar. Note that official transcripts must be sent directly from the registrar’s office to the organization requesting it. Questions? Please email the registrar.
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Live and Learn at Andover Summer
Andover Summer is a residential academic enrichment program that brings together a community of global learners on the Phillips Academy campus for five weeks each summer. Students immerse themselves in exciting classes—like Neuropsychology, Entrepreneurship, Great Issues and Controversies of the Modern World, and Art as Action: Murals of the 21st Century—explore new interests, take a step outside their comfort zone, and satiate their curiosity for learning. With over 60 courses offered among three distinct institutes, there is something to satisfy every kind of student.
Andover Summer programs are open to rising 7th- through 12th-graders and offer great opportunities for younger siblings to get a taste of life at Andover. (Current PA students are also welcome!) Our application is now online for summer 2022. For more information, to view course offerings, to sign up for an upcoming informational webinar, or to apply, please visit the Andover Summer website today.
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In Case You Missed Them
Enjoy these three recent student performances:
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You Are Invited!
All events are virtual unless otherwise noted. Please join us!
Please check the Events Calendar on Andover’s website regularly for additional in-person and online events that may be open to families. The Weekender, the Academy’s one-stop guide to weekend student activities, opportunities, club-organized events, guest speakers, performances, and athletic contests, is posted on The Hive.
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