Fifty years.
It’s a milestone that belongs to every one of you!

We are so looking forward to our 50th Anniversary gathering of all the people who have helped make (MS)2 an ongoing success. Please save the date and join us to celebrate the students, science, mathematics, and memories that have defined five extraordinary decades.

Dr. Eliot B. Sykes, Director | [email protected]

Schedule

FRIDAY, JULY 9, 2027

Registration & (MS)² SWAG Store

Location: Andover Inn 
Time: 10 a.m. – 12 p.m. & 1 p.m. – 5:00 p.m.
Pick up your reunion materials, browse exclusive 50th‑anniversary merchandise, and reconnect with fellow alumni as the weekend begins.

Milk & Cookies + Line Dancing with Students
Location: Outside of Commons 
Time: 10:00 AM – 10:30 AM
A sweet and spirited welcome featuring student‑led line dancing and classic MS² hospitality.

Classroom Visits
Location: Morse & Gelb 
Times:

• 11:00 AM – 11:30 AM
• 11:30 AM – 12:00 PM 

Step back into the MS² learning environment and experience today’s classrooms in action.

Kickoff Welcome Lunch
Location: Lawn outside Gelb 
Time: 12:00 PM – 1:30 PM 
The official opening of the 50th Reunion. Enjoy a warm, communal lunch, reconnect with classmates, and receive key weekend updates.

Giving Back Experience
A signature afternoon celebrating legacy, leadership, and community impact.

• Alumni Panel: College Counseling
  • Location: Oliver Wendell Holmes Library
  • Time: 1:30 PM – 2:30 PM 
  • Hear alumni share insights on navigating college pathways and supporting future scholars.
• Sharing Our Stories: Video Testimonies
  • Location: Gelb
  • Time: 1:30 PM – 5:00 PM
  • Record or view personal stories that capture the heart of your MS² journey.

Dinner
Location: Paresky Commons 
Time: 5:00 PM – 6:30 PM 
Note: Alumni must wear their MS² nametag. A relaxed community meal to close out the first day.

Cultural Karaoke Night
Location: DoubleTree by Hilton Boston Andover 
Time: 8:00 PM – 12:00 AM 
A vibrant celebration of music, heritage, and alumni culture. Sing, dance, and enjoy an unforgettable night of global sounds and shared memories.

SATURDAY, JULY 10, 2027

Registration & (MS)² SWAG Store

Location: Andover Inn 
Time: 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM (All Day)
Morning Meeting & Continental Breakfast
Location: Kemper Auditorium 
Time: 9 AM – 9:30 AM 
A classic MS² tradition to start the day with community and connection.

Sharing Our Stories: Video Testimonies
Location: Gelb 
Time: 9:30 AM – 12:00 PM

Event Options (10 AM – 11:45 AM)

Campus Tour

• Location: Phillips Academy Campus
• Time: 10:00 AM – 11:15 AM
• Explore campus landmarks and rediscover the spaces that shaped your MS² experience.

Alumni Basketball & Volleyball Game – Legends of the Court

• Location: Borden Memorial Gymnasium & Outdoor Grassy Area
• Time: 10:00 AM – 11:45 AM
• Friendly competition, big laughs, and classic MS² spirit. All skill levels welcome.

Lunch
Location: Paresky Commons 
Time: 12 PM – 1:30 PM 
Note: Nametag required

50th Celebration Program – Plenary Session
Location: Kemper Auditorium / Elson Art Center & Livestream 
Time: 4 PM – 5:30 PM 
A powerful gathering honoring 50 years of impact, featuring program leaders, alumni voices, and reflections on MS²’s legacy.

Alumni Group Photo
Location: Steps of Sam Phil 
Time: 5:45 PM – 6 PM 
A historic photo capturing every generation together.

Alumni Banquet
Location: Draper Hall, Abbott Campus 
Time: 6 PM – 8 PM 
A celebratory evening of connection, recognition, and shared legacy.

Cultural Sharing
Location: Tang Theatre – Kemper & Livestream 
Time: 7 PM – 9:30 PM
Space limited to 30 alumni (RSVP opens April 1) 
Experience cultural showcases presented by current students and alumni.

SUNDAY, JULY 11, 2027

Brunch with Current (MS)² Scholars
Location: Paresky Commons 
Time: 10:30 AM – 11:30 AM 
A meaningful mentorship gathering connecting alumni with current scholars across regions and career paths.