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Preparing for the 2026–2027 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.
Forgot your Hive credentials? Use the Self-Service Password Reset Portal to reset your password. Need more help? Email the Help Desk or call 978-749-4357.
A reminder: The first week of the new school year will be a “closed campus.” Once students arrive, they are expected to remain on campus through Sunday, September 6. No day trips, car permissions, or overnight absences will be approved. Classes begin Friday, September 4; students will also attend classes on Monday, September 7 (Labor Day).
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Deadline Next Week: Summer Storage Option |
- Grades 9–11: Pickup is Wednesday, May 27 only. Thursday, May 28 is full.
- Seniors: The last day for pickup is
Friday, May 29, as Collegeboxes does not come to campus during Commencement weekend. All dorms must be cleared by Sunday, May 31 to prepare for Alumni Weekend.
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Questions? Contact Claudia Scofield in the Dean of Students Office by email or call 978-749-4124.
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Preordered a Pot Pourri? Students can pick it up during lunch in the lobby of Paresky Commons or stop by the Student Activities office (lower level). Yearbooks will not be mailed home.
Didn’t preorder? Extras are available—students can purchase one in Student Activities.
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MON, MAY 4–FRI, MAY 15: AP Testing
- MON, MAY 18–FRI, MAY 22: Last week of classes
- TUES, MAY 19: PA’s Spring Blood Drive
- SAT, MAY 23: Andover-Exeter athletic contests
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MON, MAY 25: Memorial Day, no classes
- TUES, MAY 26–THURS, MAY 28: End of Term schedule
- FRI, MAY 30: Senior Prom
- SUN, MAY 31: Commencement
- FRI, JUNE 5: Term 3 grades posted
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You’re Invited: A Special Reception for Parents of Seniors |
Senior families are invited to a reception on Friday, May 29, from 6:15 to 7:15 p.m. in the Pan Athletic Center following the pre-prom festivities. We hope you will join us for this celebratory event to thank you for being such amazing members of the PA community! Please RSVP by Monday, May 25.
Visit the Commencement webpage for information related to senior prom, Saturday’s Commencement Concert and Candlelight Baccalaureate, Commencement exercises on Sunday, May 31—and more.
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 | For Your Information |
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Join the Theatre and Dance Department for performances by our talented students. These events are first-come, first-served seating. Families of students involved in the production can check in with the house manager to receive priority seating.
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| An evening of classical and contemporary dance.
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- Friday, May 15, at 7 p.m.
- Saturday, May 16, at 7 p.m.
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Venue: Pan Athletic Center, Abbot Academy Dance Suite, Cristina A. Rubio Dance Studio (third floor)
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The Lightning Thief: The Percy Jackson Musical
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A THD901 Independent Project Performance directed by Tina Phan ’26 and Micheal Kawooya ’26.
Showtimes:
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- Sunday, May 24, at 12 p.m.
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Venue: George Washington Hall, Steinbach Theatre (first floor)
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The 25th Annual Putnum County Spelling Bee
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A THD901 Independent Project Performance directed by Sheila Argueta ’26.
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- Saturday, May 23, at 7 p.m.
- Sunday, May 24, at 3:30 p.m.
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Venue: George Washington Hall, Steinbach Theatre (first floor)
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Spiritual & Religious Gatherings |
- 1–1:25 p.m.—Muslim Student Association (MSA) Jummah Prayer. Meditation Room, lower level of Cochran Chapel
- 5:15 p.m.—Jewish Student Union (JSU) Shabbat Celebration. Paul’s Room, Paresky Commons
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5:30 p.m.—MSA Dinner & Discussion. Ada’s Room, Paresky Commons
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11:30 a.m.—Protestant Worship. Cochran Chapel
- 6:15 p.m.—Catholic Mass. Kemper Chapel, lower level of Cochran Chapel
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Hudson Guild Non Sibi Project |
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Join Alexander G. Cao ’16 and Garth Williams ’97 volunteer at Hudson Guild Fest, where families can enjoy a day of fun while learning about resources available in the area. This is a family-friendly project, and children of all ages may participate!
May 16: New York
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Non Sibi Project: Lake Winnipesaukee Sailing Association Cleanup Day
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Join Lynne Langlois Hunter ’90 on Lake Winnipesaukee for this family-friendly non sibi project! Volunteers will help the Lake Winnipesaukee Sailing Association (LWSA) open the center for the summer season.
May 17: Gilford, NH
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Contact Director of Family Engagement Jennifer Vasquez | phone or email.
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