Good evening, Andover High School Families, this is Jimmy D’Andrea, Principal of Andover High School, with your Sunday evening message. Tomorrow, Monday, December 8, will be a Day 8.
Traffic Advisory for Monday Afternoon, December 8
Due to a private event at West Elementary School, the Andover Police Department is advising residents to expect delays tomorrow afternoon, Monday, December 8, between 1:00 pm and 3:00 pm, on both Beacon Street and Lowell Street between Interstate 93 and West Elementary School. Please also note that this may cause delays during our dismissal tomorrow afternoon.
All Aboard Andover! Community Event: Thursday, December 11
All Aboard Andover! is a model train exhibit that uses vintage trains and accessories, combined with creatively-designed, Andover-inspired themes. The exhibit is the culmination of countless hours of collaboration among a number of staff, classes, student-led clubs, and volunteers that started in September. While the exhibit is open to students and staff throughout the upcoming week, we also have a special community showcase this Thursday, December 11, from 3:00 pm to 5:00 pm in the AHS Library. All members of the community are encouraged to stop by and see this impressive student project!
Parent Advisory Council (PAC) Requesting Donations of Gift Cards by Tuesday, December 16
Our Parent Advisory Council (PAC) is collecting gift cards for the AHS Counseling Department to distribute to families in need in our community. $25 or $50 gift cards to Market Basket, Marshall’s, Stop & Shop, and/or TJ Maxx can be dropped off in the main office no later than next Tuesday, December 16. Thank you in advance if you are able to support this important initiative!
Donations Requested for PAC Staff Appreciation Event: Thursday, December 18
Our Parent Advisory Council (PAC) is providing holiday treats for staff next Thursday, December 18, and is requesting donations. For more information, and to donate items, please visit the sign-up. On behalf of all of the staff, please know how much this annual event is appreciated!
Toys for Tots Drive Through Friday, December 12
Our freshman class board is sponsoring a Toys for Tots Drive for children in the surrounding community. All students are invited to drop off new, unwrapped toys in the boxes in the foyer no later than this Friday, December 12. The freshman class board has a goal of collecting 500 toys!
Senior Tribute Ads for Yearbook Due by Friday, December 19
Senior families are invited to purchase senior tribute ads for the 2026 yearbook. These ads often include favorite memories of your senior and messages of encouragement. For more information, please visit our 2026 yearbook ordering site. The deadline to purchase senior tribute ads is Friday, December 19, and the deadline to purchase yearbooks is Wednesday, December 31. If you have any questions, please email Mrs. Michelle Chachus at michelle.chachus@andoverma.us.
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!