Commencement and Awards

Phillips Academy celebrated its 211th Commencement, graduating the class of 1989. The ceremony included the presentation of various athletic, character, and academic excellence awards by Acting Headmaster Peter Q. McKee and Athletic Director Paul Kalkstein.

Campus Developments

The Board of Trustees approved significant renovations for George Washington Hall and McKeen Hall, with construction planned to begin the following spring. Discussions also focused on maintaining and improving the school's needs-blind admissions policy.

Curriculum and Schedule Changes

The Faculty Curriculum Committee passed six out of ten proposals, including a potential "Junior block" of integrated humanities courses and a requirement for seniors to take five courses. A new daily schedule was also adopted.

Student Life and Initiatives

Articles covered experimental racism workshops, the election of new student council representatives, the creation of a School Congress, and the announcement of new leaders for various campus clubs. The issue of drug and alcohol use on campus was highlighted as a significant concern, with discussions on support groups and disciplinary actions.

Faculty Milestones

The edition marked the retirements of two long-serving faculty members: Acting Headmaster Peter Q. McKee, after 42 years, and Instructor Louis Hoitsma, after 36 years. Both reflected on their careers and future plans.

Global Connections

Phillips Academy continued its tradition of international exchange programs, with students participating in or scheduled for exchanges in Germany, the Ivory Coast, Spain, China, and the Soviet Union, fostering cultural and linguistic learning.

Student Perspectives

Features included reflections from foreign students on cultural differences, a profile on Associate Dean of Residence Cilla Bonney-Smith, and interviews exploring the definition of success in various professions.