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Friday, March 7: Students may depart campus after 3 p.m.
- March 8–22, Spring Break: Students must depart by noon on Saturday, March 8.
- Sunday, March 23: Dorms reopen at 8 a.m. Boarding students must return by 8 p.m.
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Monday, March 24: Term 3 classes begin.
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We wish you and your student a safe and relaxing Spring Break! The next Family Bulletin will be sent Thursday, March 27.
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End-of-term grades will be posted on The Hive on Wednesday, March 12.
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Students received their spring term schedules on Wednesday, March 5. Early course add/drop/change requests will be accepted on March 6 and March 7.
The regular on-campus add/drop/change process will resume Tuesday, March 25, through Friday, March 28. The last day to add a new course is March 28.
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- During the early add/drop/change period (March 6 & 7), students may only submit course add/drop/change requests for courses originally included on their Course Request Form (CRF). These requests do not need to be signed by their advisor or college counselor.
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Starting Tuesday, March 25, requests for courses not originally included on the student’s CRF may be submitted and will require approval from the student’s advisor (and college counselor for uppers and seniors).
- Students with incomplete schedules (less than five classes for juniors, lowers, and uppers, or seniors looking to add a fifth course) should contact Associate Dean of Studies for Scheduling Mika Latva-Kokko immediately.
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A note about instructor changes: Students may occasionally find themselves assigned to a different instructor or section in continuing courses for the next term. These changes are necessary for a host of reasons, including faculty leaves and sabbaticals, new instructor workloads, the need to balance section sizes, and the scheduling of other courses. We understand that the prospect of an instructor change can make some students uncomfortable. We encourage you to help your student develop the resilience they need to embrace change as a necessary part of life and filled with wonderful opportunities. Please note that we do not honor schedule requests for particular instructors or periods. Policy related to requesting a change of instructor may be found in The Blue Book posted on The Hive.
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Important Security Update |
Starting Tuesday, March 18, Multi-Factor Authentication (MFA) will be required to access The Hive, BlueLink, and the Andover Family Directory. To ensure a smooth transition, families must set up MFA on their Andover account (username@andover.edu) before March 18.
What You Need to Do:
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Once enabled, MFA will require an additional verification step at login, such as a text message code or authenticator app.
Need help? Contact the OIT Helpdesk by email or call 978-749-4357. Thank you for helping us enhance account security!
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2025–2026 Enrollment Period |
We will release the 2025–2026 enrollment process to our returning families on Monday, March 10. Families will receive an email from Finalsite with instructions for completing the process. We must receive a signed enrollment contract as well as the nonrefundable enrollment deposit by April 1 to secure your student’s enrollment. We appreciate your partnership in this process. Please email Tina Rioux, bursar, if you have any questions.
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Families, please note the important deadlines below related to private lessons.
Private Lessons: The Add/Drop deadline for Term 3 lessons is Friday, April 4, by 5 p.m. If your student is interested in lessons but did not request them during advising period, please complete a request here.
Lesson Continuation: New this academic year, lesson enrollment will continue into the next term unless otherwise requested. Students must contact the Department of Music if they wish to drop lessons. Families of students currently enrolled in lessons should have received this information via email on Monday, February 24. Questions? Email Ms. Allie Ross.
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From the Sykes Wellness Center |
Documentation of Annual Physical: If your student has a physical exam during Spring Break, please upload the physical exam report via the Medical Health Portal or send us documentation by email.
Spring Break Hours: The Sykes Wellness Center will be on administrative hours for Spring Break, which means we will be open Monday through Friday only from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Outside of those hours, feel free to email us or leave a voicemail at 978-749-4455. We will get back to you the next business day.
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The 2025–2026 housing process for returning boarders is underway. Cluster deans and house counselors are engaging with students on housing placements for the upcoming school year. As a reminder, we provide support services and reasonable accommodations to students who qualify under the Americans with Disabilities Act. The deadline to request any type of disability accommodation that is related to housing for the 2025–2026 school year is Thursday, March 27, at noon. Requests related to housing made after the deadline will likely not be accommodated. A family member can complete the “Reasonable Accommodations Request” form in the Medical Health Portal and upload supporting documentation. Supporting documentation may also be emailed to Student Accessibility Services. If you have any questions about this process, please email Laura Warner, director of the Academic Skills Center and Student Accessibility Services.
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It’s almost time to celebrate—and elevate—everything that makes our school Uniquely Andover! Mark your calendar for Wednesday, March 26, and prepare to make a Big Blue difference for our community.
Yes, our beloved giving day challenges and matches will return. But we’ll also introduce a series of new “sprints”—singular windows of opportunity that will enable you to increase your impact even more. Each one offers the chance to rally with your fellow PA families as we race toward our goal of 2,025 donors.
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Ready to jump in now? If you give before kickoff, we’ll transport you to campus with a special message from our Blue Key Heads. It’s an exclusive share, just for you. Simply because you supported all that’s Uniquely Andover. A gift of any size is all it takes!
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Cluster Dean Fireside Chat Series |
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In Case You Missed It: Families can view recordings of the Cluster Dean Fireside Chat series on MediaSpace.
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A special section for families of seniors! Read along for upcoming deadlines.
Senior Prom: PA’s Senior Prom is scheduled for Friday, May 30. Prom tickets are $165 per person; this ticket includes transportation, dinner, and entertainment for the evening. Financial aid is available for prom tickets; for more information, please email the Financial Aid Office. Details on how students can purchase prom tickets will be shared during spring term. Please note that the prom is exclusively for PA seniors; guests or dates from other grades or outside the Academy are not permitted.
To streamline preparations, we have partnered with Russo Tux & Formal Wear, who will handle tuxedo/suit fittings and rentals. We also work with a local florist who will offer wristlets and boutonnieres. Although not mandatory, using these vendors simplifies the process, as they deliver to campus and accept major credit cards.
Class Rings: You can purchase a class ring for your senior through our vendor, Herff Jones. Visit the Herff Jones website for more information. Questions? Please email our ring vendor, Mike McCann.
2025 Commencement: We look forward to welcoming the families of the Class of 2025 to celebrate Commencement on June 1. For a complete schedule of events and FAQs to help you plan ahead, please visit the Commencement webpage.
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| | Read the latest headlines and happenings from campus at Andover Today.
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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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The current issue of the Peabody Institute of Archaeology’s monthly newsletter is now available. Interested in receiving future newsletters directly from the Peabody? Sign up today
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The PSPA wishes you and your student a fun and restful Spring Break. Stay tuned for some great events coming up this spring, including our annual PSPA meeting.
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Campus Closet
Closed This Friday: Campus Closet will not open again until after Spring Break. However, our online shop is always open for your convenience to stock up on new PA gear.
Volunteer for Campus Closet: Staffed by PSPA volunteers, all proceeds from Campus Closet go toward student activities and building a stronger PA community. Please sign up here to help in the shop for a few hours in the weeks and months ahead. Note that Spring Visit days in March and April will bring lots of visitors to Campus Closet—it’s always fun to meet these new families. If you would like to help out, please sign up here.
Stay In the Know
Keep up to date on PSPA activities by following us on Facebook (PSPA Campus Closet) and Instagram (@pspa_campuscloset). To receive our email newsletter, sign up here. Please sign up here to be notified about opportunities to volunteer.
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March 10 in London: PA Chamber Orchestra & Chamber Choir Performance at the Royal College of Music
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March 13 in San Francisco: Welcome to the Neighborhood with the Northern California Regional Leadership Team
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March 16 in Singapore: An Andover Dinner with Deputy Head of School for Academics and Student Affairs Merrilee Mardon, PhD, P’27
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March 18 in Hong Kong: An Andover Evening with Deputy Head of School for Academics and Student Affairs Merrilee Mardon
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March 20 in Shanghai: An Andover Evening with Deputy Head of School for Academics and Student Affairs Merrilee Mardon
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March 20 in Atlanta: Big Blue Connections with Jenny Savino P’21, ’24, Director of Alumni Engagement
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April 2—Virtual: Andover’s Foundation & Future with Head of School Raynard S. Kington, MD, PhD, P’24, ’27
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April 8—Virtual: June Leaf: Shooting from the Heart, the Addison Gallery of American Art’s Tradition of Supporting Women Artists
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April 12 in San Francisco: Andover Family Friendly Gathering at The Randall Museum
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April 19 in San Francisco: Bison Paddock Non Sibi Project with Winston W. Wyckoff ’78, P’12
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April 19 in New York: Flushing Meadows Corona Park Non Sibi Project with Candace N. Douglas ’00
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April 26 in New England: Gaining Ground Non Sibi Project with Jeffrey S. Hunt ’82, P’25
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April 26 in Atlanta: Non Sibi Project with the Atlanta Region Leadership Team: Wylde Center at East Decatur Greenway Cleanup
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April 28—Virtual: Blue Runs Deep Scientific Research & Pharmaceuticals
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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!
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Join the Andover Family Directory |
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Want to find other Andover families in your area? Log in now using your Hive credentials. The directory is opt-in; families must log in to be visible to others. You can find tutorials on how to use the directory here. Should you need assistance with resetting your Hive login information, reach out to the Technology Help Desk by email or call 978-749-4357.
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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 email Director Jennifer Vasquez or call 978-749-4068.
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