WELCOME STUDENTS
YOUR FUTURE IS HERE
“
LIKE THOSE WHO HAVE COME TO BREWSTER BEFORE YOU,
you will find a remarkably warm, nurturing, and fun place to live and learn. I look forward to working with you and following your path. It’s your time to let your Brewster experience be all it can be! Congratulations!
”
–CRAIG GEMMELL , HEAD OF SCHOOL
17 5 RESIDENCE HALLS
MINUTE WA L K
to downtown Wolfeboro
360
o
PA N O R A M I C V I E W F RO M O U R I N D O O R T R A C K
3 FOR THE ACTIVE STUDENT
4 Less than one hour to the White Mountains 3 Hiking trails for every level 4 Fishing – ice and open water 3 Local bike trails
59%
of students participate in voluntary community service
International Students
clubs 25
20%
1 2 MILE
OV E R
of shoreline with 2 beaches on Lake Winnipesaukee
350 STUDENTS from
28 STATES and 22 COUNTRIES
430
SLICES OF PIZZA made per week in our wood-fired brick oven
students MORE THAN
35% O F
I N VO LV E D I N L E A D E R S H I P P RO G R A M S
choose from over
40 AFTERNOON ACTIVITIES
CAMPUS MAP
Academic Building (The Ac) 1 Reception, Admissions, Administrative Offices, College Counseling The Wilson Center 1 Kenison Library, The Cooper Center The Estabrook 2 Dining Hall, Campus Store, Mailroom, Summer and Global Programs, Spaulding Emerson Student Center, The Bobcat Den Lamb Green 3 Dohrmann Circle
Lord House 4 Arts Facilities Anderson Hall 5 Grayson Performing Arts Center Arts Studio 6 Rogers Building 7 Athletics Facilities Smith Center for Athletics and Wellness 8 Pinckney Boathouse 10 Zarkin Tennis Complex 17 Climbing Barn 18 Athletic Fields Brown Field 11 Lucas Todd Wheeler ’18 Memorial Terrace
Palazzo Field 12 Mudge Field 13 Clark Field 14 Fry Field 15 DeWolf Field 16 Student Health Center 19 Residence Halls Toad Hall 20 Harris House 21 Lamb House 22 Vaughan House 23 Bearce Hall 24 Fox House 25 Goodwin 26
Haines House 27 Estabrook 28 Kimball 29 Chamberlain 30 Sargent Hall 31 Spencer House 32 Mason House 33 Hughes House 34 Brown Hall 35 Avery House 36 Faculty Housing Richardson House 37 Simoneau House 38 Kenison House 39
Business Office 40 Communications Office 40 Advancement Office 41 Maintenance Building 42 Main Entrance Visitor Parking Handicap/ Other Parking Faculty Housing H Gunstock Mountain Huggins Hospital
SAMPLE DAY
8 AM
FACULTY TEAM MEETING (8:00-8:40)
9 AM
(8:40-9:35) Block B
SEL 10 AM
(9:40-10:15) (10:20-11:15) Block D
11 AM (11:20-12:15) Block C 12 PM
LUNCH
(12:20-12:50) 1 PM
(12:55-1:50) Block E
2 PM
(1:55-2:50) Block A
3 PM
TEAM STUDY (2:55-3:20)
LEARN MORE ABOUT YOUR DAILY ACADEMIC SCHEDULE: brewsteracademy.org/schedule
ACADEMIC LIFE ONCE YOU SAY “YES” TO BREWSTER... You will become a member of a team. A team that believes in a shared responsibility for your success. A team that includes all of your teachers who know your
WHAT’S IN AN ACADEMIC TEAM? Close-knit group of students and faculty Teachers who only teach within their team
potential and work together to
Faculty team meetings 4x week
help you reach it. A team of your peers who push you outside your
Classrooms dedicated to each team structure
comfort zone and who value
Team lounge
learning together – not outdoing
It’s a school within a school!
each other.
Interscholastic Teams
25+ TEAMS
FALL
WINTER
Crew Cross Country Equestrian Field Hockey Golf Mountain Biking Sailing Soccer
Alpine Ski Snowboarding Basketball Ice Hockey
YOUR AFTERNOONS AFTERNOON ENRICHMENTS Brewster provides recreational sports and other offerings for students to try: Dance Drama Equestrian Fitness Media Arts Music Outdoor Skills Recreational Snow Sports Robotics Sailing Squash Spinning Strength & Conditioning Studio Arts Tennis Conditioning Yoga
SPRING
Baseball Crew Equestrian Lacrosse Sailing Softball Tennis
Design your afternoon program around what interests you!
3 DIVE DEEPER Try an independent study in the arts, technology, or something you are passionate about.
POST GR GLO
GAP EXPER
TRIMESTER PROGRAMS IN
SPAIN
WITH EXCURSIONS ACROSS
EUROPE
RADUATE OBAL
YEAR
RIENCE
BEYOND BREWSTER OUTSIDE THE CLASSROOM
INTERIM STUDIES
Broaden your horizons through
Pick your own program from Baseball
travel, independent study, and
& Broadcasting at Jet Blue Park in
experiential projects that will flex your muscles and your brain— including the annual 10-day Interim Studies period
12
DAY FRESHMAN CLASS TRIP
CADIZ, SPAIN
OFF CAMPUS:
Florida, Social Justice Lessons in Alabama, Outward Bound School at Joshua Tree National Park & more!
ON CAMPUS: Recent options include The Art of Comics, Women Empowering Women, The Music Business, Build an Escape Room, Winter Hiking Adventures, and Wellness
LEARN MORE AT
LEARN MORE AT
brewsteracademy.org/global
brewsteracademy.org/interimstudies
STUDENT LIFE
Roll up your sleeves and get involved!
“
As a boarder, the weekend activities here provide all of us a chance to try new things and hang out with friends, as well as make use of our surroundings by doing things like — GUS ’21
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hiking, skiing, and being outside.
Mt. Washington Hike
LEARN MORE AT brewsteracademy.org/studentlife
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CLUBS, SERVICE, & LEADERSHIP GSA
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HOWL (chorus)
Polar Bear Club
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CAMPUS LIFE 3 PACKING LIST
Desk lamp Alarm clock Laundry bag Bedding (Twin XL) Bath towels Shower caddy Hangers Posters/Photos Area rug Calculator Blazer (for formal occasions) Laptop computer Bathing suit Fishing rod Phone chargers brewsteracademy.org/thingstobring
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RESIDENTIAL LIFE
17
SECURITY
DORMS ON CAMPUS LAUNDRY
All members of the Brewster community are issued swipe cards to access buildings on campus. Most students attach their swipe cards to a lanyard or carry them in a phone case.
Card-operated machines on campus: Located in the basement of Esta. You can pick up a card and load money onto it as needed. E&R Laundry Service: Drop off your laundry bag once a week— your clean laundry will be returned to you at your dorm a few days later!
CAMPUS CAN STORE 3 WHAT I WEAR?
“
Campus at Brewster is definitely comfortable. Everyone feels at home. It’s just an awesome place to be.
”
Pick up spirit wear, school supplies, and snacks in the campus store. Located in the Estabrook.
Academic Dress: Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, Friday
Formal Dress Code: Awards and Special Events
Send all letters and packages to… Your name Brewster Academy 80 Academy Drive Wolfeboro, NH 03894
Spirit Dress: Wednesday and Saturday
brewsteracademy.org/ dresscode
LINGO & TRADITIONS THE AC
Pronounced “ack.” The academic building where most classes are held.
JBS
JOHN BREWSTER SCHOLAR The highest level of recognition on campus earned through contributing positively to the community.
LIFER
CITIZENSHIP
Four-year students.
Good all-around standing in the community as part of the recognition system.
CLP
COMMUNITY LIVING PARENT, in your home away from home.
THE SMITH
The Smith Center for Athletics and Wellness.
CHECK-IN
3
The time when you need to check into the dorm with your CLP.
SEL
SOCIAL AND EMOTIONAL LEARNING A class that teaches life skills for students built into your schedule.
THE E.C.
THE EAST CRESCENT Located in the Smith Center where we have batting cages and rowing tanks.
SENIOR SEALS
A tradition that allows only seniors to step on the three Brewster seals located throughout campus.
THE ESTA
Short for Estabrook, it’s more than just a dining hall, this is a common spot for students to gather during free periods or for a night out.
Learn common Brewster terms to get you started!
MUD
MOVING UP DAY An end-of-year academic awards ceremony.
THE BOBCAT DEN
Student lounge on the lower level of Esta
THE ROGERS
Creativity happens here. Arts, music, robotics and more!
QUAD CUP
THE BUBBLE
The top floor of the Ac where you’ll find the 9th grade team.
Friendly seasonal competition among the four dormitory quads.
THE BELL & BOBCAT
At Brown Field. Pat the bronze bobcat for good luck. Ring the bell for victory.
NIGHT OUT
Earn an evening out by being on Citizenship or JBS.
THE CATPIT
Where students sit to cheer for Brewster teams on the turf.
ALL-SCHOOLS
Weekly community meetings at Anderson Hall.
007
A springtime game of strategy!
WINTER CARNIVAL A week during the winter trimester when academic teams compete for the coveted trophy!
A WEEK
Schedule for the week with Saturday classes included.
B WEEK
Schedule for the week without Saturday classes.
FRESH PRODUCE & LOCAL MEATS FROM NH FARMS TOMLETTES During Sunday brunch: Chef Tom makes omelettes to order to the sounds of the Grateful Dead.
YOU SAY IT’S THEIR BIRTHDAY! Call our Director of Dining Services to order a cake for your child that will be shared that night in their dorm.
PIZZA & WINGS Every Friday night Wood-fired brick oven
COOKING CLASSES!
FOOD & FAVORITES BREAKFAST
7-9 AM
Monday through Friday and “A” week Saturdays
LUNCH
11 AM-1 PM
Monday through Friday and “A” week Saturdays
DINNER
5-7 PM
SUNDAY BRUNCH 9 AM-12 PM hot line opens and omelettes made to order SATURDAY “B” WEEK (no classes) 9 AM-12 PM Brunch
ESTABROOK We know that food is important in boarding school! From stir fry to barbecue or steamed to scrambled, our dining team
TOP
10 LOCAL SPOTS
1. Three Sisters convenience store with grill 2. Seven Suns breakfast or coffee 3. Huck’s Hoagies subs and pizza 4. Bayberry Juice Bar vegetarian restaurant
is responsive and ready to
5. Nolan’s lunch or dinner
incorporate your suggestions
6. Bailey’s Bubble ice cream
and seek your advice to make your dining experience taste good and feel like home!
7. Downtown Grille breakfast or lunch 8. The Corner Store convenience store 9. Dunkin Donuts coffee, baked goods 10. Hunter’s Shop’n Save full grocery store on Main Street
“
One cannot think well, sleep well, love well if one has not dined well.” VIRGINIA WOOLF
ME VT WOLFEBORO Portland
1h 14m
50.5 miles MANCHESTER, NH TO WOLFEBORO
NH
1h 31m
Manchester
MA
Portsmouth
Boston
Providence
PORTLAND, ME TO WOLFEBORO
1h 58m
103 miles
Springfield Hartford
63.4 miles
BOSTON, MA TO WOLFEBORO
RI
CT
3h 14m
190 miles HARTFORD, CT TO WOLFEBORO
CONTACT INFO Admissions: 603-569-7200 | admissions@brewsteracademy.org Business Office: 603-569-7495 | business@brewsteracademy.org
WOLFEBORO INFORMATION Lodging, restaurants, and local services: brewsteracademy.org/ wolfeboro
Academic Dean: Matt Butcher | mbutcher@brewsteracademy.org Registrar: Margaret Enos | menos@brewsteracademy.org Tech Office: 603-569-7000 | itd@brewsteracademy.org Health Center: 603-569-7121 | nurse@brewsteracademy.org Travel Coordinator: Peter Mann | pmann@brewsteracademy.org Athletics: Matt Lawlor | malawlor@brewsteracademy.org Dean of Residential Life: Maureen Edmonds | medmonds@brewsteracademy.org Director of International Programs: Jason Wang | jwang@brewsteracademy.org
BREWSTER SOCIAL MEDIA
SIGN UP FOR REVISIT DAYS Three days for accepted students and their families to come back to campus to learn more about Brewster. Learn more at brewsteracademy.org/revisitdays
ENROLL Sign up, and let’s get started! The deadline to enroll will be listed in the enrollment contract. Just send in the contract and deposit to secure your space for the upcoming school year.
NEXT STEPS: brewsteracademy.org/welcome
BREWSTER PORTAL ACCOUNT Once enrolled, parents and students will be able to log into the Brewster Portal for information about academic, medical, and financial accounts.
PLANNING FOR THE SCHOOL YEAR Go to your portal account to find summer reading, what to bring list, computer requirements, housing questionnaire, afternoon sign ups, etc.
ACADEMIC COURSES Course and book ordering information will become available during the summer months through the portal.
START OF SCHOOL Opening Weekend begins with an optional dinner on Saturday night (September 5) and then registration on Sunday morning (September 6). During registration you will learn your housing, advisor, and academic team assignments. Orientation is a full day for both parents and students on Sunday and continues for students through Monday. Classes begin on Tuesday morning!
EARLY ARRIVALS There is a Prep-Start Program for new international students (information to come over the summer). Information about pre-season soccer and field hockey will also come over the summer.
COMMUNICATIONS Details about what to expect and when will be posted on our website at brewsteracademy.org/nextsteps
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