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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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Preparing for the 2025–2026 School Year |
To ensure your returning student is cleared for registration in the fall, families are asked to complete “Required for Registration” tasks. All necessary forms are available on The Hive. For help logging in, including how to set up Multi-Factor Authentication (MFA), click here.
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Below is an overview of the four required tasks:
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Tuition and Fees: Displays the current tuition and fee status. If they are not up to date, login to FACTS Management to review your account, which you can access on The Hive homepage. As a reminder, payment deadlines depend on your payment plan. For both the one- and two-payment plan options, the first payment is due July 1.
- My Family Profile: Families can view their address and email contact information. We encourage families to review the information each spring in preparation for the upcoming school year. Updates are due by August 1; however, families have access to My Profile throughout the school year and can make updates in a timely manner.
When entering your information, please note the following:
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Be sure your Preferred Number is the best number to reach you. In most cases, this is your cell number. The preferred number is displayed to campus adults so we can contact you quickly if necessary.
- If possible, please choose a different contact email for each parent/guardian to ensure all receive our school-wide emails.
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Health & Medical: Log into the Sykes Wellness Health Portal to complete registration requirements and upload updated health information for your student by July 1. You can access the health portal on The Hive homepage.
Questions? Email the Sykes Wellness Center.
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Travel Authorizations: Complete Travel Authorizations before the start of school in September. This section covers car and driving authorizations as follows:
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- Day Students:
- Students who are at least 17 years old and can legally drive individuals under age 21 may be given authorization to drive boarding students.
- This ONLY applies to day students driving boarding students.
- Boarding Students:
- With parent/guardian authorization, boarding students can ride in a car driven by a day student. This authorization does NOT cover ride-sharing services or riding in a car driven by another student’s parent/guardian.
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Permission Process: Each time students drive (Day) or ride (Boarder) together, they must seek permission either from a house counselor or cluster dean. (Default permission for ALL students is to receive permission from their house counsel or cluster dean.)
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ONLY for uppers and seniors: parents/guardians can allow their 11th and 12th graders to get permission from ANY faculty member.
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A reminder to returning families, all students are required to have a laptop for use in classes. For information on minimum laptop requirements, click here. If you have any questions about device compatibility, email the Help Desk or call 978-749- 4357 Monday–Friday, from 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. ET.
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The Office of Family Engagement values your insights and experiences, and we want to ensure your voice is heard.
Please 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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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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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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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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Theatre & Dance Presents: Mamma Mia! |
Join us for our spring term musical performance! ABBA’s hits tell the hilarious story of a young woman’s search for her birth father. This sunny and funny tale unfolds on a Greek island paradise. On the eve of her wedding, a daughter's quest to discover the identity of her father brings three men from her mother’s past back to the island they last visited 20 years ago.
The story-telling magic of ABBA’s timeless songs propels this enchanting tale of love, laughter, and friendship, creating an unforgettable show. A mother. A daughter. Three possible dads. And a trip down the aisle you’ll never forget! (Music Theatre International)
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Thursday, May 15, at 7 p.m.
- Friday, May 16, at 7 p.m.
- Saturday, May 17, at 7 p.m.
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Venue: Tang Theatre, George Washington Hall (first floor)
This event is first-come, first-served seating (see note above).
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Special Reception for Senior Families—You’re Invited! After the pre-prom procession on Friday, May 30, senior families are invited to a reception in the Pan Athletic Center from 6 to 7 p.m. Co-hosted by the Office of Family Giving and the Parents of Student of Phillips Academy (PSPA), the reception will include hors d’oeuvres, beverages, and a toast to the Class of 2025. Brief remarks will be made by PSPA Co-President Sharda Caro Del Castillo P’25, ’26, and Andover Fund Parents Committee Co-Chairs Peter and Bach Weissman P’21, ’23, ’25.
We hope you will join us for this celebratory event to thank you for being such amazing members of the PA community! Please RSVP here by Monday, May 26.
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.
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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: Financial aid is 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 proceed to their buses and, as mentioned above, senior families are invited to a special reception in the Pan Athletic Center from 6 to 7 p.m.
More info about prom and Commencement can be found on the Commencement webpage.
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 |
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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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Volunteer for Faculty and Staff Appreciation Breakfast: The PSPA is pleased to show its appreciation for Academy faculty and staff by hosting a breakfast on Friday, May 9, from 8:30 to 11:30 a.m. Volunteers are needed for setup, greetings, etc. Please sign up here.
Volunteer for Met Gala for Uppers: Volunteers are needed for setup, serving, and clean-up on Saturday, May 10, from 8 to 11 p.m. for this year’s Met Gala for 11th graders in Davis Hall (in McKeen Hall) on the Abbot campus. The theme is murder mystery! Sign up here.
PSPA Speaker Series: Senior Student Panel on Navigating the College Application Process. Join us on Thursday, May 15, at 5:45 p.m. ET as seniors share their stories about applying to college and pass along the lessons they learned from their experiences. Kemper Auditorium. Livestream Link.
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.
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Spiritual & Religious Gatherings |
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- 1–1:15 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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No Protestant Worship today
- 10:30 a.m.—Catholic Confirmation Mass: All are welcome as we celebrate our Catholic Confirmation candidates at a 10:30 a.m. Mass in Cochran Chapel. We welcome back Bishop Robert Hennesey who will preside. Confirmation Mass will be followed by a light brunch reception in the Underwood Room. Please note, there is no 6:15 p.m. Mass on this day. (Cochran Chapel)
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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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