Things to bring and things to leave at home
I am sure that the energy in all your homes is rising with great excitement and anticipation for Monday, August 31. Our New Student Registration is 8:00 a.m. 11:00 a.m. in the McLaughlin Science Center and there is a lot to do to get you all moved in. It may seem far off now but you will all be arriving here in no time and we can’t wait.
SHOPPING, I am sure is at the top of the list …clothes, room items and decorations!
As you pack for school, remember you are sharing space and it is limited. YOUR ROOMMATE, you ask? Yes, we are determining that and it is so exciting, as you will meet them on August 31!
YOUR ROOM? Each room has a closet, dresser, desk and chair and a bed.
The COMMUNITY GUIDE will provide you with more information and will be available by the end of July.
Here are a few things to start thinking of as you get ready to come to Gould.
WHAT DO I NEED TO BRING?
- a desk light
- a power strip
- extra long mattress cover
- alarm
- pillows
- blankets/quilt
- towels
- laundry bag
- shower basket(to keep shower items together)
- 2 sets of twin extra long sheets
- cell phone
Some room organization tips:
- plastic storage containers designed specifically for under a bed
- Small sets of plastic drawers make great bed side tables/ organizers
- multi-pocketed shoe holders to hang over a door are great for products-make-up, shampoo, jewelry, scarves
WHAT SHOULD I NOT BRING?
- refrigerators
- microwaves
- hot pots
- heating appliances
- electric blankets
- sub-woofers
- decorative lights-Christmas string/icicle lights, spotlights
- nails and thumb tacks are not allowed in the walls
WHAT CAN I WEAR?
Classroom Dress
BOYS
DOS:
- collared shirts/dress oxford shirts
- Gould Academy sweatshirts are acceptable
- dress slacks, khakis/chinos, corduroys, neat jeans
- dress shoes, sandals, sneakers, boots
DON’TS:
- t-shirts
- sweatpants
- Non Gould Academy sweatshirts
- flip-flops
- sport/shower sandals
GIRLS
DOS:
- collared shirts/dress oxford shirts, jewel neck knit shirts
- Gould Academy sweatshirts are acceptable
- dress slacks, skirts (no shorter than mid-thigh in length), khakis/chinos, corduroys and neat jeans
- dress shoes, sandals,sneakers,boots
DON’TS:
- tank tops
- sweatpants
- Non Gould Academy sweatshirts
- sport/shower sandals
WHAT DO I NEED FOR FORMAL DINNER NIGHT ?
BOYS: Dress shoes, sports jacket, dress slacks, ties, plain dress shirt
GIRLS: Dress shoes, dress or/skirt/blouse
Some answers to frequently asked questions……..
IN THE DORM
- Washers and dryers are available for students to do their own laundry. Money can be loaded on a card at the bookstore to use the machines. Some choose Norway Laundry Service which provides delivery twice a week.
WHAT IS THE EVENING SCHEDULE?
- 5:45-6:30 Dinner
- 6:30-7:30 Clubs meet/down time
- 7:30-9:30 Study Hall nightly – phone calls should not occur at this time
- 10:00 Lights Out for 9th,10th and 11th – phone calls should not occur after this time
- 11:00 Lights Out for seniors and – phone calls should not occur after this time
SUMMER READING!
Very important that all summer reading is completed before arriving on campus. Here is the list of summer reading for all grades. Summer Reading List
FINALLY, I am sure you have many more questions for us! We invite you to post them here so that the answers will benefit all as we approach August 31.
