The Deans' Den features some new art this fall: Selected works from last year's AP art students. "They all scored three or higher and qualified for college-level art," says Art Department Chair Babs Wheelden. "I'm so proud!" |
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Arrivals and Opening Days Schedules
In anticipation of your arrival and the start of school, please review the Opening Week Schedule. At registration, students will receive a more detailed and final Opening Week Schedule. If you have been invited to preseason athletics or as a student leader, you will receive more information on what to expect directly from the coaches/leaders of those programs. Students are asked to check their Brooks email regularly for any updates leading up to opening days.
It is essential that all medical and summer forms, including proof of vaccination, are submitted prior to your student arriving on campus. A student will not be able to register or remain on campus without these forms.
Arrival Dates:
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Friday, Sept. 3: preseason athletes (invitation by athletic department)
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Sunday, Sept. 5: student leaders (invitation by dean’s office) and international students (*International students traveling on their own or directly from a different time zone are welcome to arrive on Sunday. A Monday arrival is also acceptable.)
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Monday, Sept. 6: New and returning students (Returning day students do not need to attend registration, assuming all forms are complete. Returning day students should plan to attend dinner this evening. See details in the following section below).
A number of the events scheduled on Sept. 6 are designated for new families; however, all families are welcome to participate in all of the events. We encourage any returning families who will be coming to campus for the first time to participate, if possible.
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Opening Day Cookout for All Students & Faculty
We look forward to welcoming all students to the opening cookout on Sept. 6 from 5:45 to 6:45 p.m. Students and faculty will enjoy time together by dorm and day student groups.
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Dress Code Reminder
Our first day of classes, Sept. 7, will be in formal dress for chapel. Here is a reminder of our school dress code.
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Student Handbook
Students and families are encouraged to read and become familiar with our recently updated Student Handbook.
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Swim Test Information
Given Brooks' beautiful location on Lake Cochichewick, our sailing and crew programs, and other opportunities to participate in water activities on and off campus, Brooks administers a swim test for students at the start of the school year. This is to assess swimming proficiency. Due to the pandemic, we did not administer the swim test last year. We will be giving the swim test to all new students and any student who was new to Brooks in 2020 (for those who participated in sailing or crew last year, you do not need to take the test).
Students will not be allowed to participate in the sailing or crew programs unless they have passed the swim test. Students who are not proficient swimmers should indicate so and will not be asked to participate in the swim test. The test will be scheduled during the opening days of school as part of orientation. Students should bring a bathing suit and towel.
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Special Academic Schedule (Sept. 7 - 9)
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Class Schedules Are Available
Parents and guardians can now view assigned blocks and teachers for student enrolled courses in OnBrooks. Once in OnBrooks using the assigned parent/guardian account, click the name of the student and then select the Progress Tab to view the classes, blocks and teachers. To determine the weekly schedule match the blocks with the weekly schedule provided here. For more information or assistance, please contact Registrar Lisa Saunders.
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Still Need to Order Books?
Please make sure to check your student's course enrollment in OnBrooks, especially if they are signed up for electives, and order the books. As long as you get the correct ISBN and edition from the Follett site, you may order the texts from any vendor. If it says a text is backordered, please consider purchasing the online e-text version, so that your student can gain immediate access and be prepared for the start of classes. All information about backordering status comes from Follett; Brooks does not receive this information. If you choose to have your shipment delivered to Brooks, you can pick it up in the Student Center, adjacent to the mailroom, upon arrival to campus. Should you have any questions please email Dean of Academic Affairs Susanna Waters.
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Help Prepare Your Student for Classes
A reminder to students: Continue working on summer reading and assignments! Check in OnBrooks > Groups > Summer Reading & Assignments for details about the required readings and classwork, as well as the summer letter from Dean of Academic Affairs Susanna Waters on summer reading and work expectations. Deadlines vary so please read the information carefully. Of course, don't forget to join us in our All Community Read, Born a Crime by Trevor Noah, required of all students and faculty!
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New Family Information Panel on Zoom
New parents and guardians are welcome to join us on Zoom, Sept. 1 at 7:30 p.m. EST. This panel is an opportunity for you to ask questions and learn more about the day-to-day expectations at school.
Meeting ID: 830 1126 3253
Passcode: 1b416KUe
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School Store Update
The Brooks School store has been revamped with a new look and fresh inventory! Store manager Chris Dunn is busy getting everything ready for the students to arrive back on campus, but in the meantime the current inventory is ready for purchase in the new online store: brooksschoolstore.com. Be sure to check it out!
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Tell Us About Your Family . . .
In an effort to keep our school records up to date, please take a few minutes to fill out our Brooks School Family Update 2021-2022 form. This information is for internal school use only. We request that you please fill out this update by Sept. 10. Thank you!
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E&R Laundry Services Reminder
For those boarding families who missed the opportunity during the enrollment process to sign up for laundry services, please review and complete the E&R form. Once complete, the form can be sent to busoffice@brooksschool.org.
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