CAMPUS NEWS | September 14, 2018
WELCOME TO THE 2018-2019 SCHOOL YEAR!
Off and Running
What a week it was on campus -- 143 new students arrived to enrich the full student body of 350 strong! We've seen bonding over fire pits, pizza parties and barbecues, ice breakers in dorm meetings and lots of planning for the inaugural first weekend! Everywhere you look reflects a smooth transition for new and a renewed excitement for returners.
This year, we are providing you with a three-week cycle of Campus News that promises to bring you the most important messages about events and activities, news and stories that will highlight Brewster's mission and vision in action, photos that show what is happening on and around campus, and reminders and announcements that will keep you connected to our community. We hope you enjoy!
UPCOMING EVENTS
Admission Open House
September 29
Grandparents' Day is September 25
Governor Sununu scheduled to visit Brewster on 10/12
NEWS AND STORIES
Opening Week
The 2018-19 school year began with great energy and enthusiasm. Our students came from 21 countries and 26 states and are easing right into the community and making effortless connections to each other. A robust and active seven days into the school year, this first weekend will be filled with trips off campus, service opportunities, Bobcat spirit on the sidelines and on the road. Read More
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NH Student Leadership Program
What an amazing summer it was for eighteen rising seventh-grade students from this region. They were immersed in a leadership curriculum that cultivated their leadership potential, developed their strength of self awareness and celebrated their personal strengths and passions. Brewster became the first prep school to launch this inspiring program. Read More
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The Privilege of Waking Up White
The summer reading for Brewster faculty was Waking up White by Debby Irving. Read about the impression that this book and discussion group had on Kara McDuffee and how it resonates with her personally and in her developing relationships with students. Read More
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THIS WEEK IN PHOTOS
Host an International Student!
We will be sending out information soon about the opportunity to host an international student during school breaks. If you have questions or are interested in hosting a Brewster student, please contact Jason Wang.
Global Program
We are excited to announce that Brewster will be launching a global program during the 2018-2019 school year! From a two-week freshman trip to Spain to trimester offerings abroad for older students, there are plenty of amazing opportunities for interested students and families. Look for more details coming soon!
REMINDERS AND ANNOUNCEMENTS
Fall Family Weekend - October 19-20
Save the date! Invitations for our auction will be mailed soon and the schedule will be posted on the website calendar next week.
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Interim Studies
Our evolving PBL curriculum has a new name and exciting changes for student and faculty engagement and opportunities. Interim Studies will launch in collaboration with Global Programs the last two weeks of the winter trimester. Look for more news from Raylene Davis in early October.
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Important Travel Information
- The pick-up time for South Station bus departure on return days is now 2:30 p.m.
- If you are interested in van service to and from the Stamford train station, email Peter Mann
- Please book November and December holiday transport early. All requests for Brewster
vacation transport must be submitted at least 2 weeks prior to the vacation.
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Grandparents' Day
If your grandparent did not receive an invitation in the mail and would like to attend Grandparents' Day, please contact Susan Repplier for more details.
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Weeklies
Students posted their first weeklies today! Parents can find and comment on weeklies in the Parent Portal (Located in the Academics Section of the Parent Portal).
HAVE A GREAT WEEKEND!
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