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Saturday, May 24: Andover-Exeter athletic contests
- Monday, May 26: Memorial Day, no classes. Dorms open. Boarding students must return by 8 p.m.
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The Office of Family Engagement is dedicated to keeping families informed, connected, and supported. Your insights and experiences are invaluable, and we want to ensure your voice is heard.
We invite you to participate in our Family Survey, designed to gather feedback on your experiences and identify ways we can enhance resources and programming to better support you. The survey, which closes Friday, May 23, is completely anonymous and will take about 15 minutes to complete.
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Become a Welcome Ambassador for New PA Families! |
We are looking for enthusiastic volunteers to help greet and connect with the parents and guardians of incoming Andover students. This is a fun, meaningful opportunity to build community and create lasting connections within the PA family community.
As a welcome ambassador, you will be matched with a small group of new parents and asked to reach out to them by phone or email in May and June. We will provide outreach templates and tips to guide your conversations. Your mission is simple: extend a warm Big Blue welcome, become a friendly point of contact, and help foster family-to-family connections.
Last spring, our amazing welcome ambassadors reached out to over 250 new PA families. We would love your help in making this year’s welcome just as impactful!
To sign up, please complete this form by tomorrow, Friday, May 2. Questions? Please email Meaghan Reilly, assistant director of Family Giving.
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Summer Employment Positions |
PA is now hiring for a variety of temporary summer employment positions. If your student is 16 years of age or older, we invite them to explore these exciting temporary opportunities and apply today:
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Summer Storage Option for Boarding Students |
Each year, Phillips Academy partners with Collegeboxes to provide a solution for boarders who need to store their items over the summer. Collegeboxes will pick up items, place them in storage, and deliver them to your child’s 2025–2026 dorm room just before the beginning of the school year. Deliveries to college or the student’s home are also possible. There are costs associated with this service. NOTE: Student belongings cannot remain on campus over the summer. The last day to sign up and receive a supply kit is Monday, May 19.
Please refer to this document for details and answers to commonly asked questions. More questions? Contact Claudia Scofield in the Dean of Students Office by email or call 978-749-4124.
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Theatre & Dance Presents: Resonant |
Join us for our Spring Term Dance Concert, which will include original choreography and feature students dancing to Gwyneth Walker ’64’s “Notes Are Always Flying” from Awaken and Darius Milhaud’s La Création du Monde, Op. 81a. Both works will be played live in collaboration with the music department’s chamber orchestra and wind ensemble.
Resonant will also feature faculty member Kareem Lewis dancing in three historic works choreographed by José Limón, one of the pioneers of American modern dance. This performance, which culminates Lewis’s professional development work over the past year, is presented with the support of the Dean of Faculty Office.
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- Friday, May 9, at 7:30 p.m.
- Saturday, May 10, at 7:30 p.m.
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Venue: Cristina A. Rubio Dance Studio, Abbot Academy Dance Suite, Pan Athletic Center (third floor)
This event is first-come, first-served seating. We recommend arriving 30 minutes prior to showtime to secure your seat for the show. All persons in your party must be present to claim their seat—there is no saving seats and no late seating. Families of students involved in the production can check in with the house manager (or any event staff) to receive priority seating.
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Senior Prom: Prom season is upon us! Ticket sales for PA’s Senior Prom are underway, and we’re encouraging seniors to take the lead in managing their prom experience, including purchasing their own tickets. We appreciate your support in reminding your student to buy their ticket and stay on top of prom-related updates (like attire, flowers, transportation, and meals).
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- Deadline: Tickets must be purchased by Thursday, May 15.
- Where: Dean of Students Office, 9 a.m.–4 p.m., Monday–Friday
- Cost: $165 per person (includes venue, dinner, entertainment, and coach bus transportation)
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Financial Aid: Available—please contact the Financial Aid Office with questions.
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Families are warmly invited to Pre-Prom Festivities on Friday, May 30, from 5 to 6 p.m. for photos on the steps of Samuel Phillips Hall and throughout the Richard T. Greener Quad. At 6 p.m., students will process to their buses.
More info about prom and Commencement can be found on the Commencement webpage.
Friday Deadline! Celebrate Your Senior in The Phillipian’s Commencement Issue: The Phillipian, Phillips Academy’s student newspaper, will publish its keepsake Commencement issue the weekend of May 31. This longer version of the newspaper, filled with memories, captures the major events that occurred throughout the school year.
The Phillipian invites families to commemorate their student’s achievements through a “family advisement” in the Commencement issue. Members of The Phillipian staff will work closely with you to ensure that your family advisement features all the photos and messaging you want to include about your child—and/or a favorite student organization, club, or team that your senior has been involved with—to create a meaningful tribute. Please complete this family advertisement form as soon as possible. The deadline is Friday, May 2. Questions? Email Angela Zhao, Phillipian chief financial officer.
Class Rings: You can still purchase a class ring for your senior through our vendor, Herff Jones. Questions? 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—and to Commencement-related events beginning May 30. For a complete schedule of events and FAQs to help you plan ahead, please visit the Commencement webpage.
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Catch the Latest in the Athletics Newsletter 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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Read the latest headlines and happenings from campus at Andover Today.
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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! Interested in receiving future newsletters directly from the Peabody? Sign up for our newsletter today.
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Volunteer for Met Gala for Uppers: Volunteers are needed for set up, serving, and clean-up on Saturday, May 10, from 8 to 11 p.m. for this year’s Upper Met Gala in Davis Hall (in McKeen Hall) on the Abbot campus. The theme is murder mystery! Sign up here.
Celebrate Your Senior with a Lawn Sign: The PSPA is collaborating with Kelly Wentworth Photography to offer custom-printed lawn signs honoring students in the Class of 2025. Choose from three designs to commemorate this milestone. Please note: All orders must be completed and payments received by Monday, May 12. A portion of every purchase will support PSPA events and activities. Order your sign today!
Campus Closet
Shop This Friday: Stop by Campus Closet from 2 to 6 p.m. tomorrow (lower level of George Washington Hall) to stock up on new PA gear—or shop online 24/7.
Commencement Ties Are Back: Perfect for graduation! Pick up a classic Andover tie at Campus Closet tomorrow or shop online and have items delivered to your student’s dorm room for free!
Volunteer for Campus Closet: Please sign up here to help out in May. All proceeds from Campus Closet go toward student activities and building a stronger PA community.
Ways to Engage
Stay in the Know: Keep up to date on PSPA activities by following us on Facebook Parents of Students of Phillips Academy (Andover) and Instagram (@pspa_campuscloset). To receive our e-newsletter, sign up here.
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Spiritual & Religious Gatherings |
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- 1–1:25 p.m.—Muslim Student Association (MSA) Jummah Prayer: Led by Noureddine El Alam. All are welcome. Philomathean Society Room, Morse Hall (basement).
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4:30–5:30 p.m.—MSA Dinner & Discussion: Led by Noureddine El Alam and members of the MSA. All community members are welcome to join this gathering. Ada’s Room, Paresky Commons (second floor).
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5:15 p.m.—Jewish Student Union (JSU) Shabbat Celebration: Led by members of the JSU and Rabbi Joshua Greenberg. Come for blessings over candles, challah and grape juice, sharing and fellowship. All are welcome. Paul’s Room, Paresky Commons (second floor).
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10 a.m.—South Church Worship Service: South Church of Andover will be holding worship in Cochran Chapel each Sunday as they undergo a renovation project in their home space. The PA community is invited to join this weekly gathering. Please note: Our usual Protestant Worship, led by the Reverend Gina M. Finocchiaro on Sunday evenings, will shift and join the 10 a.m. South Church service for the remainder of spring term.
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6:15 p.m.—Catholic Mass at the Log Cabin: This week mass will be in the Log Cabin following the full day retreat for our confirmation students! 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. Refreshments will be served following Mass. Log Cabin
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May 18 in New Hampshire: Non Sibi Project: Lake Winnipesaukee Sailing Association Cleanup Day with Lynne Langlois Hunter ’90
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As the 2024–2025 school year winds down, keep an eye on the Academy’s Events Calendar for 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. Forgot your password for The Hive? Use the Self-Service Password Reset Portal. Need more help? 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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