New Student Guide 2023

WELCOME STUDENTS

YOUR FUTURE IS HERE

CONGRATULATIONS! WHEN YOU JOIN THE BREWSTER COMMUNITY, you become a part of a long tradition of innovation and intellectual curiosity. You will meet people like you—and not like you—and find incredible friendships with both. We can’t wait to welcome you to campus.

—KRISTY KERIN , HEAD OF SCHOOL

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OUTDOOR ADVENTURE

Ossipee & Belknap Mountains on your doorstep (and less than an hour to the White Mountains) Hiking trails for every level Local bike trails

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Fishing (ice and open water)

Skiing and snowboarding!

PANORAMIC VIEW FROM OUR INDOOR TRACK

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OF PIZZA made per week in our wood-fired brick oven

350 STUDENTS from 24 STATES and 24 COUNTRIES

CAMPUS MAP

Academic Building (“The Ac”) 1

Reception, Admissions, Administrative Offices, College Counseling, classrooms

The Wilson Center Kenison Library, The Cooper Center

The Estabrook (“Esta”) 2

Dining Hall, Campus Store, Mailroom, Summer & Global Programs, The Bobcat Den

Lamb Green 3 Dohrmann Circle

Lord House 4

Arts Facilities

Anderson Hall and Grayson

Performing Arts Center 5

Arts Studio 6

Rogers Building (see below) 7

Rogers Building 7 (renovated Winter 2022)

Grayson Student Center, Palmer Cafe, Coviello Dance Studio, Faith Theater, arts

classrooms, music practice rooms, student gallery space

Athletics Facilities

Smith Center for Athletics and Wellness 8

Pinckney Boathouse 10

Zarkin Tennis Complex 17

Climbing Barn 18

Outdoor Rink R

Athletic Fields

Brown Field (“The Turf”) and Lucas Todd Wheeler ’18

Memorial Terrace 11

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

Site of future dorm 42

Faculty Housing

Richardson House 37

Simoneau House 38

Kenison House 39

Additional faculty housing H

Offices

Business Office 40

Communications Office 40

Advancement and Alumni Office (“Cate House”) 41

Maintenance and Facilities M

Main Entrance

Visitor Parking

Handicap/ Other Parking

Faculty Housing H

Gunstock Mountain

Huggins Hospital

YOUR DAY

At Brewster, each class day is different! Every day will have class times (called “blocks”), meal times, Team Study time, Seminar (social and emotional learning), your choice of many Afternoon Enrichments (including sports and arts), and free time. Some days, class time is swapped out for meeting with your small Advisory Group or attending AllSchool Meetings.

PLUS: Weekends at Brewster are filled with a ton of fun activities on and off campus.

ACADEMIC LIFE

ONCE YOU SAY “YES” TO BREWSTER...

You will become a member of an academic team. A team that believes in a shared responsibility for your success. A team that includes all of your teachers who know your potential and who work together to help you reach it. A team of your peers who value learning together and are by your side as you explore new interests.

WHAT DO YOU GET ON AN ACADEMIC TEAM?

A close-knit group of students and teachers who remain together throughout the year Dedicated classrooms for your team and a team lounge area for relaxing and connecting between classes

A place where you can do your best without having to outdo others

Interscholastic Athletic Teams 25+ TEAMS

YOUR AFTERNOONS

AFTERNOON ENRICHMENTS

Brewster provides recreational sports and other offerings for students to try:

Dance Drama

E-Sports

Fitness

Media Arts

Music

Outdoor Skills

Recreational Snow Sports

Robotics

Recreational Sailing

Spinning

Strength & Conditioning

Studio Arts

Tennis Conditioning

Volleyball

Yoga

SPRING

Baseball

Crew

Lacrosse

Sailing

Softball

Tennis

Design your afternoon program around what interests you—whether that’s a team sport or an artistic pursuit! There are plenty of options.

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DIVE DEEPER

Try an independent study in the arts, technology, or something you are passionate about.

LIVE & LEARN ON THE LAKE AND IN THE MOUNTAINS!

LEARN MORE ABOUT BREWSTER’S INTERIM STUDIES PROGRAM WITH A QUICK SCAN HERE:

OUTSIDE THE CLASSROOM

FRESHWATER BIOLOGY

Brewster’s unique location in the Lakes Region of New Hampshire allows you to make Lake Winnipesaukee your classroom. In this projectdriven science lab course, students study on one of the most beautiful bodies of water in the country to learn about watersheds, water access as a social justice issue, aquatic ecosystems, and human impacts on freshwater.

INTERIM STUDIES

Every winter students at Brewster get to pick a ten-day mini-course that takes them out of the classroom and into a new topic or

BEYOND BREWSTER

adventure they’d like to explore. Some Interim Studies experiences take place on campus or in New England, others happen across the country. Recent offerings include Baseball & Broadcasting at Jet Blue Park in Florida, Winter Hiking, Accelerated Coding, Outward Bound Hike through Joshua Tree National Park, The Art of Comics, Social Justice Lessons in Alabama, Upcycled Fashion, and Dog Sledding. Brewster’s Interim Studies program is the pinnacle of hands-on learning, where students make lifelong memories and friendships.

GLOBAL PROGRAMS

Brewster students have the chance to spend an entire trimester learning and living in the lush Canary Islands or historic city of Santiago de Compostela, Spain. In these immersive experiences, you will share adventures across Europe and study an enriching curriculum with Brewster faculty. PLUS: A special trip to Cádiz, Spain for 9th graders!

STUDENT LIFE

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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 hiking, skiing, and being outside.

— GUS ’21

Roll up your sleeves and get involved! WEEKEND

CLUBS, SERVICE, AND LEADERSHIP

ENVIRONMENTAL CLUB & BTHRIFTZ (thrifting)

WOLFEBORO SERVES

CLIMBING

MATH CLUB

GOLD KEY (tour guides)

POLAR BEAR CLUB

BREWSTER BROWSER (school newspaper)

ARC (Alumni Relations Club)

THE WINNIPESAUKEAN (yearbook)

INTERNATIONAL STUDENT ORGANIZATION

DOGWALKERS CLUB

BESTBREWSTERBUDDIES

GSA+ (Gender and Sexuality Alliance Plus)

PEACE TALKS (diversity and inclusion)

RAK (Random Acts of Kindness Club)

(literaryOUTCROPPINGS magazine)

CAMPUS LIFE

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DON’T STRESS OVER WHAT TO BRING. JUST SCAN HERE TO SEE OUR PACKING LIST :

RESIDENTIAL LIFE

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SECURITY

DORMS ON CAMPUS

All members of the Brewster community are issued fobs for swipe access to buildings on campus.

CAMPUS STORE

Pick up spirit wear, school supplies, and snacks in the campus store, located in the Estabrook.

LAUNDRY

Card-operated machines on campus: Located in the basement of Estabrook. You can pick up a card and load money onto it as needed.

E&R Laundry Service: This fee-based service allows you to drop off your laundry bag once a week— your clean laundry will be returned to you at your dorm a few days later.

CHECK OUT THE CAMPUS STORE

ONLINE HERE:

MAIL

Send all letters and packages to…

Your name Brewster Academy 80 Academy Drive

Wolfeboro, N.H. 03894

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WHAT CAN I WEAR?

Academic Dress: Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, Friday

Spirit Dress: Wednesday and Saturday

Formal Dress Code: Awards and Special Events

LEARN MORE ABOUT THE BREWSTER DRESS CODE BY SCANNING HERE:

“The campus at Brewster is definitely comfortable. Everyone feels at home. It’s just an awesome place to be.”

LINGO & TRADITIONS

JBS

JOHN BREWSTER SCHOLAR

The highest level of recognition on campus earned through contributing positively to the community.

CITIZENSHIP

Good all-around standing in the community as part of the recognition system.

THE SMITH

The Smith Center for Athletics and Wellness.

THE AC

Pronounced “ack.” The academic building where most classes are held.

LIFER

A four-year Brewster student.

SEMINAR

SOCIAL AND EMOTIONAL LEARNING

A class that teaches life skills for students built into your schedule.

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“ESTA”

THE ESTA OR JUST

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.

CHECK-IN

The time when you need to check into the dorm with your Community Living Parent.

SENIOR SEALS

A tradition that allows only seniors to step on the three Brewster seals located throughout campus.

CLP COMMUNITY LIVING PARENT, each dorm has an adult living in your home away from home.

THE E.C.

THE EAST CRESCENT

Located in the Smith Center where we have batting cages and rowing tanks.

Learn common Brewster terms to get you started!

MUD

MOVING UP DAY

An end-of-year academic awards ceremony.

ALL-SCHOOLS

Bi-weekly community meetings at Anderson Hall.

QUAD CUP

Friendly seasonal competition among the four dormitory quads.

GRAYSON STUDENT CENTER

Relax and be creative in this newly renovated space and home of the new dance studio, theater, ceramics studio, robotics lab, arts classrooms, cafe, and more!

WINTER CARNIVAL

A week during the winter trimester when academic teams compete for the coveted trophy!

NIGHT OUT

Earn an evening out by being on Citizenship or JBS.

THE BELL AND THE BOBCAT

At Brown Field. Pat the bronze Bobcat for good luck. Ring the bell for victory.

A WEEK

The weekly schedule that includes Saturday classes.

B WEEK

The weekly schedule that does not include Saturday classes. (A and B weeks alternate throughout the year.)

SPECIAL NOTE FOR PARENTS

Call our Director of Dining Services to order a birthday cake for your child that will be shared that night in their dorm.

FOOD & FAVORITES

BREAKFAST

Monday through Friday and “A” week Saturdays

7–9 A.M.

LUNCH 11 A.M.–1 P.M.

Monday through Friday and “A” week Saturdays

DINNER

5–7 P.M.

SUNDAY BRUNCH

9 A.M.–12 P.M. Hot line open and Chef Tom makes his famous “tomelettes” to order to the sounds of the Grateful Dead.

And on Saturday B Weeks, when there are no classes, there are extended breakfast hours: 9 a.m. til noon!

PLUS: Pizza and wings every Friday night from our wood-fired brick oven!

ESTABROOK

We know that food is important in boarding school! From stir fries to chicken strips to salads, our dining team incorporates your suggestions to make your dining experience feel like home! Brewster is committed to using locally sourced produce, meats, and dairy. We offer nut-free dining and loads of vegetarian, vegan, and gluten-free options.

JUST OPENED: At the new Palmer Cafe, hang with friends and enjoy boba tea, speciality sandwiches and burgers, cooking classes, brownies, and lake views!

LOCAL SPOTS

1. Bailey’s Bubble ice cream

2. Bayberry Juice Bar light lunch, smoothies

3. Boba Beach Bubble Tea tea and pastries

4. The Corner Store convenience store

5. Downtown Grille sandwiches, soups, salads

6. Dunkin’ donuts, drinks, sandwiches

7. El Centenario Mexican cuisine

8. Garwood’s tavern fare

9. Harmony Coffee House pastries and drinks

10. Harvest Market grocery store

11. Huck’s Hoagies subs and pizza

12. Localtopia build your own bowl

13. Marker 21 twist on American classics

14. Nolan’s Italian classics

15. North Main Street Café pastries, drinks

16. Pavilion gourmet experience

17. Three Sisters convenience store with deli

18. Walgreen’s pick up some snacks!

19. Wolfetrap Grill & Rawbar seafood

20. Yum Yum Shop ice cream and bakery

1 hour 14 minutes

50.5 miles

MANCHESTER, N.H. TO WOLFEBORO

1 hour 31 minutes

63.4 miles

PORTLAND, MAINE TO WOLFEBORO

1 hour 58 minutes 103 miles

BOSTON, MASS. TO WOLFEBORO

3 hours 14 minutes 190 miles

HARTFORD, CONN. TO WOLFEBORO

CONTACT INFO

Admissions: 603-569-7200 | admissions@brewsteracademy.org

Business Office: 603-569-7495 | business@brewsteracademy.org

Health Center: 603-569-7121 | nurse@brewsteracademy.org

Tech Office: 603-569-7000 | itd@brewsteracademy.org

Head of School: Kristy Kerin | kkerin@brewsteracademy.org

Assistant Head of School for Student Life: James Reilly | jreilly@brewsteracademy.org

Academic Dean: Matt Butcher | mbutcher@brewsteracademy.org

Dean of DEI: Chris Brown | chbrown@brewsteracademy.org

Dean of Students: Maureen Edmonds | medmonds@brewsteracademy.org

Director of Athletics: Connor Wells | cwells@brewsteracademy.org

Director of International Programs: Jason Wang | jwang@brewsteracademy.org

Director of Residential Life: Rob O’Blenis | roblenis@brewsteracademy.org

Registrar: Margaret Enos | menos@brewsteracademy.org

NEXT STEPS

ENROLLMENT

Sign up, and let’s get started! The deadline to enroll will be listed on the enrollment contract. Send in the contract with your deposit to secure your space for the upcoming school year.

BREWSTER PORTAL ACCOUNT

Once enrolled, students and parents 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 a “what to bring” list, computer requirements, your summer reading list, 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 includes welcome activities, registration, and orientation. This is when you will learn your housing, advisor, and academic team assignments. Orientation is a full day for parents and two days for students. Then you’re ready for classes to begin!

EARLY ARRIVALS

WOLFEBORO INFORMATION

Some groups of students will receive information about arriving early, including returning student leaders and student-athletes who may have preseason practice or games. There is also a Prep-Start Program for new international students (information to come over the summer).

WE FORWARDLOOKTO WELCOMING YOU TO BOBCAT NATION!