2020-21 Packing Guide for Boarding Students

Every student room will be furnished with a bed, desk with drawers, desk chair, and dresser. Every room has at least one closet for hanging clothes. Bathrooms are semi-private; each bathroom will be shared by two to six students.

Please note: Students are not permitted to hold prescription or over-the-counter medications in their room. The school nurse dispenses all medications and supplements.

Personal Items Dorm rooms can not be locked; please do not bring expensive items or large sums of money to School. Students may hold up to $50 cash in their room. Applewild highly recommends pre-paid debit cards, so that students and families are able to have good conversations about spending habits and allowances. If lost or stolen, families are responsible for canceling and renewing debit cards and credit cards.

 A shower caddy to hold all personal items in one place: students will need to carry personal items between their room and the bathroom during the 2020-21 school year for health and safety reasons.  Shampoo and other personal Hygiene Items  Toothbrush and toothpaste

Linens Laundry service is provided once a week through a local company; School provides mattress covers.

 2 sets of TWIN size sheets (can be extra long or standard; either size will fit)  Blanket and/or comforter  Pillow  2 Towel sets (bath, hand, face)

Room Accessories

 Small reading or desk lamp  Alarm clock (phones are not permitted in rooms overnight)  Hangers  Plastic bins for storage

School Items

 Backpack, pens and pencils (a more detailed supply list will be sent by division directors)

It is helpful and strongly encouraged to label all personal items and clothing. Technology

 Devices All boarding students are allowed to have ONE cell phone and an additional ONE any of the following devices: iPad, one computer or tablet, one iPod, one other gaming device. All devices will be registered with the Director of Technology and turned in to the dorm technology closet each night for charging and safe storage until the following afternoon. An additional MP3 player or e-Reader that does NOT connect to WiFi or Cellular Networks is allowed for students who wish to read or listen to previously downloaded books, music or podcasts at night.

Applewild School does not require the use of technology during the academic day, but students may bring a laptop or tablet to the Ansin Academic Building for academic purposes.

 Technology use Use of cell phones and/or mobile devices for social communications is disruptive to our educational environment. They are not to be used during the school day except on rare occasions when under the supervision of a teacher, they are used for instructional purposes.

Devices should not become a distraction during school programming where the student is present as a spectator or engaged in a competition, school plays, and other school sanctioned events. During these events, devices should be away and out of sight. We reserve the right to confiscate a device if we feel it is a hindrance to proper student engagement.

 “No Tech” Orientation Period In order to facilitate meaningful interactions between the boarding students and allow the School to register each student’s cell phone information, the students will turn in their cell phones at registration. These will be returned at the end of the second weekend of school. For midyear students, this process will take place for one week. During this period, students are allowed to contact home using Skype, a calling card, or email.

Dress Code

This list is provided for packing and planning purposes only; please refer to the Family Handbook for more detailed information. Laundry will be done once per week, so having enough clothes to get through the week is essential.

The philosophy of Applewild's Dress Code is that appropriate attire reflects students' readiness to learn and shows respect for the learning environment. The Applewild curriculum demands much walking and cross-campus travel; therefore, comfort, safety, and respect for oneself and others are the primary goals. Clothing should be in keeping with the values and educational pursuits of the school. Any writing or pictures on clothing must not contain offensive themes or advertise merchandise not suitable for minors. Students are expected to present themselves in clothing that is clean, in good repair and that fits well - not excessively baggy or tight.

Lower School (Grade 5)

 5 sets of school-day clothes: a collared shirt (“golf” or “polo” shirts are allowed), pants/skirt/shorts, socks, shoes; jeans are allowed on Fridays; shorts are allowed until October 31 and after May 1  4-5 sets of athletic clothes: t-shirt, shorts or leggings, socks, sneakers  2-4 sets of weekend clothes: suitable for trips off campus and for relaxing in the dorm  1 outfit that can be worn for special events on or off campus: dress or top/skirt and nice shoes for girls and button-down shirt, dress pants, nice shoes for boys  Outerwear: Fleece and/or sweatshirt, lightweight windbreaker, heavier winter jacket, hat, gloves, scarf, snow boots (winter items can be ordered and shipped in November)  Not required for 2020-21, but typically part of the packing list: “Concert Dress” – white top, black pants/skirt, black dress shoes, dark tie for boys

Upper School (Grades 6, 7, 8)

 5 sets of school-day clothes: a shirt (does NOT need to be collared, but “golf” or “polo” shirts are common), pants/skirt/shorts (yoga pants and athletic pants are NOT appropriate school dress), socks, shoes; jeans are allowed on Fridays; shorts are allowed until October 31 and after May 1.  4-5 sets of athletic clothes: t-shirt, shorts or leggings, socks, sneakers  2-4 sets of weekend clothes: suitable for trips off campus and for relaxing in the dorm  1 outfit that can be worn for special events on or off campus: dress or top/skirt and nice shoes for girls and button-down shirt, dress pants, nice shoes for boys  Outerwear: Fleece and/or sweatshirt, lightweight jacket/windbreaker for recess and outdoor classes, heavier winter jacket, hat, gloves, scarf, snow boots (families may choose to order and ship winter clothing items in November)  Not required for 2020-21, but typically part of the packing list: “Concert Dress” – white top, black pants/skirt, black dress shoes, dark tie for boys

Please do NOT bring:

Microwaves, toaster ovens, hot pots, or any other electric cooking device, refrigerators, electric blankets, weapons (real or “toy”), lighters, inappropriate posters or items to hang from the ceiling, “shooting” video games, sound systems, movies rated over PG-13, pets, expensive items/jewelry, personal printers or desktop computers.