- Monday, April 15: No classes. Dorms open. Boarding students must return by 8 p.m.
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Monday, May 27: No classes. Dorms open. Boarding students must return by 8 p.m.
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April 13–15 is a long weekend. Friday afternoon activities will not meet, except for those teams that have scheduled contests Friday or Saturday. There are no classes and no athletics on Monday, April 15.
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Updated COVID-19 Guidelines for Students |
The CDC and Massachusetts Department of Public Health have updated their recommendations for COVID-19 and moved to a more simplified and consistent approach to preventing and treating respiratory illnesses. A 5-day isolation is no longer required after testing positive for COVID-19. Phillips Academy has updated guidelines in the following ways that are more in line with our approach to other illnesses such as seasonal influenza.
If a student has symptoms of illness (which may include fever, chills, cough, sore throat, runny nose, headache, fatigue) or has tested positive for COVID-19, respiratory syncytial virus (RSV), and/or seasonal influenza, they should rest at home or in the wellness center until they are fever-free for at least 24 hours without the use of fever-reducing medications, and until their symptoms are improving for at least 24 hours. They should also take additional precautions to minimize spread for at least five days. These include good hygiene practices (washing or sanitizing hands frequently, coughing/sneezing into a tissue, wearing a mask when sick/symptomatic with a respiratory illness), and increasing fresh air (through an air purifier, bringing in fresh air, or going outdoors). In addition, immunizations (such as seasonal influenza and COVID-19) are recommended for everyone.
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Andover Welcomes Dr. Jenny Wang |
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A Taiwanese American clinical psychologist, speaker, and author, Dr. Jenny T. Wang writes about the intersections of Asian American identity, mental health, and intergenerational trauma. Please join us for these two signature events:
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Dr. Wang’s Keynote Address, “Three Gifts from Parents to Serve Our Children for a Lifetime”—TONIGHT, Thursday, April 4, at 7 p.m. in Kemper Auditorium
As parents, we are tasked with preparing our children for the future. We invest resources, time, and energy on things that we believe will set our children up for success and help them achieve their goals. This address will explore three specific gifts parents can offer their children to build resilience, help them achieve their goals, and help them see through the distractions that often keep us from a life of sustainable wellness.
This event is hosted by Parents of Students of Phillips Academy. The PSPA invites families to a pizza dinner catered by Otto at 6:30 p.m. in the Underwood Room.
Fireside Chat with Dr. Wang—Friday, April 5, at 7 p.m. in Kemper Auditorium
This fireside chat, moderated by PA student leaders, will explore mental health and wellness topics drawn from the Andover community and discuss how we can improve our mental health in a world that more often causes us to feel anxious and distressed. The audience will leave with tools that they can practice today to build better mental health for tomorrow. Free and open to the public.
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Office of Family Engagement Events |
Family Networking Events: Join us next week for fun and informal virtual networking events. Andover families will hear from their student’s cluster dean and meet other families from their student’s cluster. Click here to register.
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- West Quad South Cluster: Monday, April 8, at 7 p.m. ET
- Pine Knoll Cluster: Tuesday, April 9, at 7 p.m. ET
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Not sure which cluster your student belongs to? Find out on The Hive.
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| Family Webinar Series: Join us for a webinar on Friday, April 12, at 11 a.m. ET with the wonderful team at the Academic Skills Center (ASC) and Student Accessibility Services (SAS).
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This webinar will highlight the range of valuable resources and services provided by the ASC, focusing on how the office supports students in developing essential academic skills and strategies for success. Additionally, we will highlight the vital role of SAS in supporting students with disabilities and promoting a more accessible and inclusive educational environment. Participants are encouraged to submit a question to be answered live. Click here to register.
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It’s being touted as the astronomical event of the decade—and your student will be on campus for the April 8 total eclipse of the sun starting at 2:16 p.m. and concluding at 4:39 p.m. To facilitate safe viewing of this historic event, Andover-branded solar eclipse glasses will be distributed to the entire community. Adult community members are invited to stop by the Dean of Studies Office anytime between 7:30 a.m. and 4:00 p.m. to pick up the shades. Additionally, the astronomy club will set up a telescope with a solar filter in front of Paresky Commons for the duration of the event – campus community members are invited to stop by to check it out. For more information on the eclipse, go here.
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PA Giving Day Recap: An Amazing Success |
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The PA community showed up for Andover in a big way on PA Giving Day! As a community, we met and exceeded the Academy’s participation goal of 1,974 donors (1974 is a nod to Abbot & Andover at 50). More than 2,000 alumni, parents, grandparents, and friends from around the world participated in our annual day of giving, raising over $1.9 million in critical support for the Academy. These donations will fund financial aid scholarships, health and wellness initiatives, academic program innovations, support for athletics and student activities, and more.
PA parents and grandparents also stepped up in BIG BLUE fashion. A small group of current parents raised a record-high $100,000 match, which was completed within the first 12 hours of PA Giving Day! Plus, a $20,000 match just for first-time donors brought in over 100 new fiscal year donors. Over 500 past and current parents and grandparents made gifts to the Academy, supporting what they love.
On behalf of the entire Andover community, thank you to all who made a gift. The show of support from families this year was simply inspiring. And special thanks to our Andover Fund Parents Committee members for their efforts to encourage fellow parents to participate. Your enthusiasm was contagious, and we could not have done it without you!
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Spring Term Concert Calendar |
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COMMENCEMENT
We are excited to welcome the families of seniors to celebrate Phillips Academy’s 246th Commencement. For a complete schedule of events and FAQs, please visit the Commencement webpage. Students will receive their tickets in their student mailboxes on Wednesday, May 29. Please ensure that your student returns all athletic equipment, library books, electronic equipment, and musical instruments to avoid any ticket holds.
If you have additional questions, please contact Naomi Mashburn ’08 in the Office of Alumni Engagement via email or call 978-749-4225.
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We hope to see you tonight at our PSPA Speaker Series event featuring Dr. Jenny Wang. Before the talk, join us for pizza catered by Otto’s at 6:30 p.m. in Kemper Auditorium.
Curriculum Panel, Part 2: Join us on Friday, April 19, at 6 p.m. to hear from several department chairs about Andover’s academic program. Can’t attend in person? Tune in to our livestream or check The Hive for the recording following the event.
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Celebrate Your Senior: The PSPA is collaborating with Kelly Wentworth Photography to offer custom-printed lawn signs honoring students in the Class of 2024. Choose from three designs to commemorate this milestone. Please note: All orders must be completed and payments received by April 15. A portion of every purchase will support PSPA events and activities.
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Campus Closet Closed This Friday: Campus Closet will be closed on Friday this week, as we welcomed families of accepted students earlier this week. Our shop will reopen next Friday, April 12, from noon to 4 p.m.
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Spiritual & Religious Gatherings |
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1 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).
- No MSA Dinner during Ramadan
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5:30 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).
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6 p.m.—Protestant Worship: Led by the Reverend Gina M. Finocchiaro, Protestant chaplain. This week we welcome the Gospel Choir led by Mr. Michael Belcher to our service. All are welcome for this time of scripture, prayer, music, 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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April 4 in New York: Andover Social at Hudson Hound
- April 5 in Seattle: Andover Wine Gathering
- April 16 in Tokyo: An Andover Gathering in Tokyo
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April 16 in Singapore: An Andover Dinner in Singapore
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April 20 in Los Angeles: Heal the Bay Non Sibi Project with the Southern California Regional Leadership Team
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April 20 in Concord, MA: Gaining Ground Non Sibi Project with Jeffrey S. Hunt ’82, P’25
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April 20 in New York: Flushing Meadows Corona Park Non Sibi Project with Candace N. Douglas ’00
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April 21 in Philadelphia: Philly House Non Sibi Project with the Philadelphia Regional Leadership Team
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April 25—Virtual: Blue Runs Deep: TV & Film Documentarians
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May 8 in Los Angeles: An Evening with Head of School Raynard S. Kington, MD, PhD, P’24, ’27
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May 9 in Seattle: An Evening with Head of School Raynard S. Kington, MD, PhD, P’24, ’27
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May 18 in New York: Citymeals on Wheels Spring Non Sibi Project with Marcia McCabe ’73
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May 18 in Cape Neddick, ME: Center for Wildlife Non Sibi Project with Tiffany Horne Noonan ’99
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May 18 in Oakland, CA: Northern California Andover Family-Friendly Hike with Kerry Lanzo ’11
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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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