Good evening, Andover High School Families, this is Jimmy D’Andrea, Principal of Andover High School, with your Sunday evening message.
Schedule for This Week
Andover Public Schools will be closed tomorrow, Monday, January 26, due to the snowstorm. All after-school activities are cancelled, and all school buildings will be closed. We will follow a Day 3 schedule on the day we return to school, since that was the original schedule for tomorrow.
Early Release Day: Wednesday, January 28
This Wednesday, January 28, is an early release day. We will be following a Day 7 schedule with abbreviated class periods. The last class will end at 11:17 am, and then students will have an opportunity to pick up a lunch to go if they would like. Buses will begin to depart at 11:35 am.
Final Deadline to Order 2026 Yearbooks: Friday, January 30
The final deadline to order your 2026 yearbook is this Friday, January 30. Yearbooks cost $100 and can be ordered online.
“Celebrating and Supporting Theatre Arts” Fundraiser at Monica’s Mithai Cafe: Tuesday, January 27
The Celebrating and Supporting Theatre Arts (CAST) Booster Organization will be holding a fundraiser at Monica's Mithai Cafe (16 Post Office Avenue) in Andover all day this Tuesday, January 27. Please mention Andover High School Theatre when you order, and a portion of the proceeds will support the CAST Booster Organization.
Career Mentors Needed
For more than 30 years, the Service Club of Andover has partnered with Andover High School to offer a career mentoring program for juniors. The program allows student participants to shadow in a career interest of their choice. We are currently finalizing the details for this year and are seeking additional volunteers to serve as career mentors. If you are interested or would like more information, please email Ms. Aixa de Kelley, Guidance Coordinator, at aixa.hilariodekelley@andoverma.us.
College Admissions Counselor Panel: Wednesday, February 4
A panel of college admissions counselors from multiple colleges and universities will be participating in a panel discussion for families next Wednesday, February 4, at 6:30 pm in the Collins Center. The purpose of the panel discussion is to provide insight into how applications are reviewed. 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 are excited to 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 are 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.
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!