Good evening, Andover High School Families, this is Jimmy D’Andrea, Principal of Andover High School, with your Sunday evening message. Tomorrow we will follow a Day 4 schedule.
Planning Ahead: Senior Parking Lot Closed on Tuesday, March 24
Andover High School is a polling site for the town elections this Tuesday, March 24. As a result, we have to make some parking adjustments. Seniors who normally park in the Senior Lot (by the tennis courts) will not be able to drive to school this Tuesday. If you have a senior who normally parks in that lot, I would ask that you please work with your student to figure out a different plan for getting to and from school that day. For all families, please expect traffic to be heavier than usual around the school, so please allow extra time in the morning and afternoon on Tuesday.
English/Language Arts MCAS Testing for Grade 10: Tuesday, March 24 – Wednesday, March 25
All students in grade 10 will be participating in English/Language Arts MCAS (Massachusetts Comprehensive Assessment System) Testing this Tuesday, March 24, and Wednesday, March 25, from 8:15 am until approximately 11:45 am. While passing the MCAS is no longer a graduation requirement, the assessments provide key data about each student’s progress in mastering grade-level expectations. Therefore, all students in grade 10 are encouraged to put forth their best effort on Tuesday and Wednesday.
Modified Bell Schedules: Tuesday, March 24 – Wednesday, March 25
Due to the MCAS Testing this week, we will be using modified bell schedules on Tuesday and Wednesday.
Free Theatre Guild Performance: Wednesday, March 25
Our Andover Theatre Guild has qualified for the finals in the Massachusetts Educational Theatre Guild High School Drama Festival, and they are hosting a free performance this Wednesday, March 25, at 7:00 pm in the Collins Center. They will be performing a 40-minute version of Proof by David Auburn.
Senior Class Outing to Red Sox Game: Deadline to Register is Friday, March 27
Our Senior Class Board is planning a senior class outing to a Red Sox Game on the evening of Monday, April 6. The cost is $35 and includes transportation to/from the game, as well as the cost of the ticket for the game. Payment must be submitted through e-Funds by this Friday, March 27.
Online AHS Spirit Wear Store Closes on Tuesday, March 31
The 2026 Senior Safari Committee is sponsoring an Online AHS Spirit Wear Store through next Tuesday, March 31. The store has AHS t-shirts, shorts, baseball caps, hoodies, Class of 2026 blankets, and more, and orders can be picked up at AHS in early May. All proceeds from the sale will go directly toward the Class of 2026 Senior Safari event to keep seniors safe on the night after graduation.
Senior Yard Signs and Banners from Andover Dollars for Scholars: Deadline to Order is Friday, March 27
Andover Dollars for Scholars sells personalized yard signs and banners for graduating seniors, and the deadline to order is this Friday, March 27. All proceeds support the Andover Dollars for Scholars Scholarship Fund.
Senior End-of-Year Activities: Payment Due Friday, May 1
It’s hard to believe that seniors only have two months of classes remaining in their high school careers! Our Senior Class Board, along with Senior Class Advisors Mr. Scott Armstrong and Ms. Holly Breen, have worked very hard to plan an awesome Senior Week during the final week of May. The Class of 2026 Senior Activities Letter outlines all of the details. Please note that the deadline to register and pay for all activities is Friday, May 1. Financial assistance is available by contacting your student’s counselor.
Savers Fundraiser for Sophomore Class Board: Donations Accepted on Saturday, April 4
Our Sophomore Class Board is sponsoring a Savers Fundraiser. While you are doing spring cleaning, please consider collecting any extra clothes, shoes, bedding, stuffed animals, or other soft items. Then please bring them to the front of West Middle School on Saturday, April 4, between 8:30 am and 1:00 pm. If you have any questions, please contact Ms. Mary Testa, Sophomore Class Advisor, at mary.testa@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!