July 14, 2022

Hello from Andover!

We write today to share some important updates and reminders from offices across campus—all intended to help the start of the new school year go smoothly for you and your student.

Parents and guardians are also encouraged to visit the 2022–2023 Information for Families and Frequently Asked Questions sections of our website. Please watch for a mid-August issue of the Family Bulletin, which will provide additional Opening of School details.

OOS Schedule at Your Fingertips

For quick access to all the latest Opening of School information, be sure to download the Andover Event Guides app.

If you have an old version of the app, it’s best to delete it from your device.
Go to the Apple App Store (Mac) or Google Play (android) and search for Andover Event Guides (not “Events Guide”).
Download.
Enter passphrase Andover22 (no space).
Download guide and OPEN.

Registration Reminders

All medical and insurance information was due to the Rebecca M. Sykes Wellness Center (via The Hive) on July 1. Be sure to read the “Health and Wellness” section later in this Family Bulletin if you have missed the deadline and for other important information.

Most other registration requirements must be completed via The Hive by Monday, August 1. If you have difficulty logging onto The Hive, please contact the Help Desk or call 978-749-4357. Be sure to view this short video tutorial to help ensure your child has everything completed and will be ready to begin classes this fall.

BlueCard photos: BlueCard photos are due from new students by Friday, July 15.

Arrival Dates and Times

Unless specifically invited, students may not arrive prior to their scheduled registration day and are not allowed to move into their dorm until they have registered.

Early Arrivals: Some students are required to arrive on campus prior to September 3. If your child has been invited to come to campus early, please note registration date and time below. If your child cannot register on their scheduled day, please email the Dean of Students Office or call 978-749-4175.

Thursday, September 1, 9–11 a.m., Location to be announced: Registration for Student Leaders, including Proctors, Prefects, Day Student Mentors, World Partners, EBI Seniors, CAMD Power Players, Blue Key Heads, School & Cluster Co-Presidents.
Friday, September 2, 8–11 a.m., at the Snyder Center: Registration for New International Students, Blue Key Orientation Leaders, Invited Fall Varsity Candidates for Cross Country, Field Hockey, Football, Soccer, Volleyball, and Water Polo. Snyder Center parking is near the Academy ice rinks.
All other new and returning students should register at the Snyder Center on Saturday, September 3, from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Snyder Center parking is near the Academy ice rinks.

Health and Wellness Forms Overdue

The Sykes Wellness Center medical team asks for your assistance with completing all required student medical forms as soon as possible. (The deadline for submitting health forms has passed.) Please be sure to log onto The Hive to access the health portal. Reminder: We require a student physical (dated after August 1, 2021) and an updated TB Risk Assessment form (dated after June 1, 2022).

Returning families, please remember to update your permissions forms, which is required annually. Questions? Contact the Sykes Wellness Center medical team via email or phone (978-749-4455).

Cluster and Housing Notification

An email will be sent the week of August 22 to all students (copied to parents) with their cluster assignments; boarders will also receive housing information. The email will include roommate information (if applicable), house counselor(s), and a request that students contact their cluster dean. A list of “What to Bring” to campus will be available on The Hive under “Resources” as of July 17.

Advisor Assignments

Students will be notified of their advisor assignment via email the week of August 29. For student-advisor meeting dates and further details, please visit Frequently Asked Questions.

Textbooks

The Academy currently purchases course materials in bulk for all classes. These materials—a physical book, information for access to electronic resources, or information on availability of books at the library—will be provided by teachers on the first day of classes. To cover the cost of the books and other course materials, a Course Materials Charge of $800 is included in the first student tuition invoice. This yearly $800 charge will be placed in a separate Course Materials Account; the account will also be used to cover art fees, PSATs, and Advanced Placement Exams. Any balance in your child’s Course Materials Account will be refunded upon their departure from the Academy. If you have any questions, please email Cindy Stewart.

New Families: Save the Date!

Parents and guardians of new students are cordially invited to Parent Development’s annual meet and greet reception on Saturday, September 3, from 5:15 to 6:15 p.m. in Davis Hall (in McKeen Hall on the Abbot campus). We hope you will join this informal social event and enjoy a drink and refreshment before you depart campus. For more information, email Katherine Solimini, associate director of Parent Development.

The Family Bulletin is typically emailed on Thursdays during the school year when classes are in session. Be sure to review each issue for important, timely information, a quick glimpse of what’s happening on campus, and a selection of events of interest to parents, guardians, and other family members.

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Phillips Academy
180 Main St.
Andover, MA 01810

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