Good evening, Andover High School Families, this is Jimmy D’Andrea, Principal of Andover High School, with your Sunday evening message. I hope you and your family had a great February Break!
Schedule for This Week
Andover Public Schools will be closed tomorrow, Monday, February 23, due to the snowstorm. All after-school activities are cancelled, and all school buildings will be closed. We will follow a Day 1 schedule on the day we return to school, since that was the original schedule for tomorrow.
Course Selection for 2026-27 School Year
During advisory this week, students in grades 9-11 will explore the academic opportunities available to them and begin the course selection process for the 2026-27 school year. Then, over the next three weeks, the students will meet with their counselors to discuss their course selections. To assist parents and guardians in conversations with their students, please refer to the following resources:
If you have any questions about the course selection process, please contact your student's counselor.
Virtual Parent Advisory Council Meeting: Wednesday, February 25
Our Parent Advisory Council will be holding a virtual meeting this Wednesday, February 25, at 6:30 pm via Zoom webinar (link to virtual PAC meeting). The meeting will be focused on two important topics: the course registration process and the budget for Andover Public Schools. During the first part of the meeting, families of students in grades 9-11 will have the opportunity to hear from program coordinators about course offerings in each department in the school. During the second part of the meeting, Mr. Keith Taverna, Incoming Interim Superintendent, will share information about the budget development process for the school district. There will be an opportunity for questions after each part.
Jazz Café: Thursday, February 26
Our two AHS jazz bands and the middle school jazz band will be performing at our Jazz Café this Thursday, February 26, at 7:00 pm in the AHS Cafeteria. Admission is free, and all members of the community are invited to enjoy great music and light refreshments.
Financial Literacy Education for Grade 9 Students
All students in grade 9 will be engaged in several financial literacy activities during advisory throughout the next two months. If you would like more information about these activities, please refer to this letter from Mr. Mike McCarthy, Social Studies Program Coordinator, and Ms. Alicia Linsey, Assistant Principal.
Parent Meeting on Using SCOIR Online Tool for College Application Support: Tuesday, March 3
Our counseling department will be hosting a meeting for families next Tuesday, March 3, at 6:30 pm in the Collins Center to learn about SCOIR, the online tool AHS uses to support students through the college application process. While the primary audience for the event is juniors and their families, all students and families are invited to attend.
SAT During the School Day for Juniors: Deadline to Register is Friday, March 6
We will be offering the SAT to every interested junior on the morning of the early release day on Wednesday, April 8. The cost is $60, and families can register students using e-Funds. The deadline to register is Friday, March 6.
AP Exam Payments Due Friday, March 6
AP exam payments are due by Friday, March 6. Each AP exam costs $100, and families can use e-Funds to pay. If your student qualifies for free or reduced-price meals through the federal school lunch program, please contact Ms. Aixa de Kelley, Director of Guidance, at aixa.hilariodekelley@andoverma.us for additional registration information. Please also contact Ms. de Kelley if you would prefer to pay by paper check or if you have questions.
Spring Sports Registration Deadline: Wednesday, March 11
Our spring sports offerings include baseball, boys’ and girls’ lacrosse, boys’ and girls’ outdoor track, softball, boys’ and girls’ tennis, and boys’ volleyball. Winter sports tryouts begin Monday, March 16, and registration must be completed by Wednesday, March 11.
As always, please do not hesitate to contact us at any time if you have questions or concerns. Thank you for your support of Andover High School, and have a great evening!