2026-2027 Information for Families
Recent Announcements
The New Hive Is Coming in August
We're excited to introduce the new Hive, an enhanced parent and family portal designed to make it easier to access student information, school resources, and important updates all in one place.
As part of this upgrade, BlueLink will be retired, and information currently available there, including student grades, schedules, attendance, and comments, will be available within The Hive.
Important Dates
August 7
Families are encourage to complete any outstanding registration requirements and verify their email address in the current Hive is up to date.
August 10
The Hive will be temporarily unavailable while data is transferred to the new platform.
August 20
Families will receive an email invitation from [email protected] with instructions for activating their account and accessing the new Hive.
Prepare for Access
To ensure a smooth experience:
- Verify that your email address is up to date in the current Hive by August 7. If you have difficulty logging in to The Hive, use the Self-Service Password Reset Portal. Need more help? Contact the Help Desk or call 978-749-4357.
- Each parent or guardian who wishes to access The Hive must have a unique email address associated with their account.
- If you already use Blackbaud through another school, the email address associated with that account must match the email address listed in the current Hive.
- We recommend using a personal email address rather than a work account, as employer security settings can sometimes block automated communications.
- Parent/guardian Andover accounts (e.g., [email protected]) will no longer be needed to access The Hive.
What's New in The Hive?
The Hive will provide access to familiar tools and information from BlueLink, along with new features designed to help families stay informed and connected, including:
- Update family contact information
- View student cluster, point person, advisor, and housing information
- View student schedules and attendance
- View student grades and comments
- Access the family directory
- Quick-reference guides and resources
Resources and Support
Quick-guides and resources will be available to help families get started. In the meantime, please review the The Hive Transition FAQ for answers to common questions about account access and the launch process.
We look forward to welcoming families to the new Hive and providing a more streamlined and connected experience.
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.
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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.
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