2026-2027 Information for Families

Recent Announcements

The Hive Transition Coming in Late August

We're excited to share The Hive will move to the Blackbaud platform in late August. As part of this transition, BlueLink will be retired, and information currently accessed there, including grades, schedules, and comments, will be available within The Hive.

Families are encouraged to complete registration requirements by August 1 and log in to the current Hive and verify that their email address is up to date. Each parent or guardian who would like to access the new Hive must use a unique email address. We recommend using a personal email address rather than a work account, as employer security filters can sometimes block communications. Families who already have a Blackbaud account elsewhere should use the same email address for access.

Parent/guardian Andover accounts (e.g., tsmith123 @andover.edu) will no longer be needed for login. Additional details will be shared soon.

Guide for New Families

To help families prepare for the months ahead, we encourage you to explore our Guide for New Families. This comprehensive resource includes key information to support your planning and is especially helpful for families who are new to boarding schools.

Taxi and Limousine Service Providers

For transportation to Logan (Boston) and Manchester (N.H.) airports or Boston’s South Station, arrangements can be made with private taxi and limousine service providers. A list of service providers regularly used by members of the PA community including information on greeter services for unaccompanied minors is available here.

Shipping Packages to Your Student Policies

Packages may be sent beginning Monday, August 24.

Please use our 180 Main Street address (see below) when shipping items to your student, NOT the street address of their dorm. Please use your student’s full formal name, no nicknames!

Student’s FULL Name
Phillips Academy
Dorm Name
180 Main Street
Andover, MA 01810

Students may retrieve mail and small parcels from their student mailbox. For boarders, large items are delivered to the common room of student dorms. Please review Mailroom Policies for what items cannot be accepted.

Office of Family Engagement

The Office of Family Engagement provides important and timely communication with families, helpful resources and tools to support your student’s educational journey at Andover, and opportunities to connect with campus partners and other Andover families.

EMAIL: [email protected]

PHONE: 978-749-4068

Meet Jennifer Vasquez, director of the office of family engagement.

In moments when you can’t find an answer or just need guidance to find the right resource, I am here for you. -Jennifer Vasquez

Key Fall Dates

September 4: Term 1 Begins
October 16-18: Family Weekend
October 19-20: No Classes
November 20: Term 1 Ends

Standardized Testing Dates

September 19: ACT
October 3: SAT
October 17: ACT
October 28: PSAT
November 7: SAT

For more information, visit the Standardized Testing page.

Family Bulletin

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2026–2027 Academic Calendar

2026-2027 Class Schedule

The Hive Portal

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First-Time Log In to The Hive

Andover’s Partnership with Parents and Guardians

We seek to build connections with parents and guardians during your student’s time at Andover. Our shared commitment is to the individual growth, intellectual development, and the health and well-being of every student. Please find our articulation of the values and principles that define our partnership in this endeavor. As we embark on a new year, we thank you for your compassion and support.