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Friday, January 23: Midterm
- Tuesday, January 27: Midpoint grades and progress reports posted in BlueLink
- Monday, February 2: No classes. Boarding students must return by 8 p.m.
- Saturday, February 28: Andover-Exeter athletic contests
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José M. Hernández spoke to students in Cochran Chapel about his youth as a migrant farm worker, early schooling, and remarkable career trajectory.
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Uwill Offers Telecounseling Option for Students |
Uwill, a prominent telecounseling solution dedicated to student mental health and wellness, serves as a complementary resource within the Sykes Wellness Center’s Psychological Services Department. Uwill offers a variety of resources, including counseling options (teletherapy) and self-help tools, accessible with ease and confidentiality. Students may connect with a counselor for up to eight sessions, all without any cost to families.
This program reflects our unwavering commitment to ensuring that every student has the support they need to thrive both inside and outside the classroom. To schedule a session, students can email the Sykes Wellness Center to express their interest in utilizing Uwill. Parents and guardians must provide consent to Uwill before their student can access the service.
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Course Requests for Spring Term |
Students will submit course requests for Term 3 between January 28 and February 11. Advisors will help students review remaining diploma requirements, determine which current courses continue into spring, and identify space for electives. Families are encouraged to discuss overall spring commitments—including academics, athletics, activities, and well-being—to help students make thoughtful choices.
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Register for Practice PSAT |
A practice PSAT will be offered to PA lowers (10th graders) on Saturday, February 21. Registration is open now through noon on Wednesday, January 28. For more testing information, click here.
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Connect with your student’s cluster dean and learn about cluster traditions, events, support systems, and more. Register using the links below.
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Missed the West Quad North chat this week? View the recording here.
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Academic Skills Center Webinar |
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View the recording here.
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Commencement 2026: We look forward to celebrating the Class of 2026 on Sunday, May 31. Please see the Commencement webpage for the schedule and FAQs. Families with accessibility needs, such as an ASL interpreter, wheelchair, or other accommodations, are asked to please email your request to Naomi Mashburn by Friday, February 13.
Questions? Please contact Naomi Mashburn ’08 in the Office of Alumni Engagement via email or call 978-749-4225.
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We’re looking for volunteers for these exciting events. Details and sign‑up links are below:
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Casino Night (for students): Help organize this fun annual event that takes place on Saturday, February 21. Sponsored by the cluster dean and students of West Quad South, in collaboration with the PSPA. Sign-up to volunteer.
- Blue and Silver Dance: There is never a dull moment on the PA campus, even on a chilly winter night! Volunteer to help with the winter dance on
Saturday, February 28, by signing up here.
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Campus Closet
Crew Members Needed: Campus Closet relies on parent volunteers to operate the shop—it’s fun, and you get to meet other parents. To volunteer for a January shift, please sign up here.
Shop On Campus or Online: Visit our campus store tomorrow, Friday, January 23, from 1 to 5 p.m. (located on the lower level of George Washington Hall) or shop online for PA clothing and merchandise for your whole family. We offer free delivery on campus!
Get Involved with the PSPA: Sign up for volunteer updates, follow us on Facebook and Instagram, and subscribe to our newsletter.
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View the Term 2 Theatre & Dance Performance and Concert calendars here.
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Catch the Latest in the Athletics Newsletter |
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Enjoy photos of student-athletes and fans, team news, and player and event highlights in Andover Athletics News.
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Check Out the Peabody Newsletter |
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The current issue of the Peabody Institute of Archaeology’s monthly newsletter is now available! Sign up here to receive future newsletters directly from the Peabody.
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Spiritual & Religious Gatherings |
- 1–1:25 p.m.—Muslim Student Association (MSA) Jummah Prayer: Led by Noureddine El Alam. Meditation Room, lower level of Cochran Chapel (enter from left side of building).
- 5:15 p.m.—Jewish Student Union (JSU) Shabbat Celebration: Led by members of the JSU and Rabbi Joshua Greenberg. Paul’s Room, Paresky Commons (second floor).
- 5:30–6:30 p.m.—MSA Dinner & Discussion: Led by Noureddine El Alam and members of the MSA. Ada’s Room, Paresky Commons (second floor).
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- 11:30 a.m.—Protestant Worship: Led by Rev. Gina M. Finocchiaro, Protestant chaplain. Cochran Chapel.
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6:15 p.m.—Catholic Mass: Overseen by Dr. Mary Kantor, Catholic chaplain, with presider Fr. Jack O’Brien and other guest priests from the Archdiocese of Boston. Kemper Chapel, lower level of Cochran Chapel (enter from left side of building).
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Upcoming Events
U.N. World Interfaith Harmony Week, February 2–8
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Saturday, February 7: Film screening of Sabbath Queen, followed by Q&A with the director, 6 p.m., Kemper Auditorium. This event is free and open to the public.
- Ongoing through Winter Term: Annual Knitting and Crochet Project—“Wrap Your Neighbor in Love” (creating blankets for immigrants).
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January 27 in Seattle: Andover Networking with the Eight Schools Association
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February 7—Virtual: MAXCourage Virtual Essay Judging Day Non Sibi Project with Blakeman Hazzard Allen ’66
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February 11 in Coral Gables: Steering Toward the Future with Head of School Raynard S. Kington, MD, PhD, P’24, ’27
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February 12 in Boston: MAXCourage Essay Judging Day Non Sibi Project with Blakeman Hazzard Allen ’66
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February 12 in Palm Beach: Steering Toward the Future with Head of School Raynard S. Kington
- February 21 on Campus: Coed Alumni and Parent Hockey Game
- February 24 in Chicago: Annual Winter Doldrums Gathering
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February 25 in Los Angeles: Steering Toward the Future: Andover’s Framework for 21st-Century Learning with Head of School Raynard S. Kington and Nicholas Zufelt, Instructor in Mathematics, Statistics, and Computer Science
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February 26 in San Francisco
: Steering Toward the Future: Andover’s Framework for 21st-Century Learning with Head of School Raynard S. Kington and Nicholas Zufelt, Instructor in Mathematics, Statistics, and Computer Science
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Keep an eye on the Academy’s Events Calendar for more campus and regional gatherings.
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The Office of Family Engagement is here to help. Email Director Jennifer Vasquez or call 978-749-4068.
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