LEAP Nomination Form for Adults

Thank you for nominating a student for Phillips Academy's Learn & Explore Andover Program!

Eligibility:

Students who are eligible to participate in LEAP should meet the following criteria:

Identifies as a member of a historically underrepresented group
Has a permanent home address in the United States or U.S. territory
Will enroll in 9th or 10th grade in Fall 2027
Intends to apply for financial aid
Has not visited and is not planning to visit campus
Has a strong academic record (i.e., mostly A’s or equivalent)
Demonstrates a genuine love of learning, curiosity, and a growth mindset
Exhibits strong leadership skills in school and/or their local community
Embodies strong character and our Non-Sibi (“not for self”) spirit

Application Steps:

Educator Submits Nomination Form. Nominators can be from a school, non-profit, community-based organization, or similar institution/program.
Student Submits LEAP Application. Nominated students will receive an email with instructions on how to complete their application.
Student Completes Part 1 of the Gateway to Prep Schools Application.

Timeline:

November 2: Deadline for students to submit LEAP Application. Students will be notified if they are invited to attend our program by November 9.
December 4-5: LEAP program

Adult Nominator Information

Nominators can be from a school, non-profit, community-based organization, or similar institution/program.

Nominators may nominate more than one student by submitting this form for each student separately.

* indicates fields required for submission

Nominator First/Preferred Name

Nominator Last Name

Name of Organization/School

Nominator Position Title/Role

Nominator Email Address

Nominator Phone Number

Student Nominee Information

Student First Name

Student Preferred Name (Optional)

Student Last Name

Student Email Address

Student will be notified of their nomination and will receive instructions on how to submit their part of the application.

Parent/Guardian Email Address

In what capacity and for how long have you known the student you are nominating?

Why do you consider this student a strong candidate for Phillip's Academy's fall fly-in program? Please describe what qualities and/or experiences best demonstrate this student's academic abilities, leadership, and character.