Boarding Student Packing List

1. Frequently Asked Questions:

1. How much should I bring? Students should only bring the ESSENTIALS. With minimal belongings, rooms can be clean and organized, for the benefit of the student’s success and for the cultivation of a healthy relationship between roommates.

2. What furniture is provided in my dorm room? Each student will be provided with the following furniture in their dorm room: 1) Standard, US-sized single bed 2) Desk 3) Desk Chair 4) Armoire to hang clothing 5) Dresser with 3 drawers 3. What is Vermont weather like? Vermont weather is variable, ranging from very hot and humid to sub-zero temperatures, and from sunshine to downpour. 4. Should I label all my belongings? Yes, it is suggested that all student clothing, bedding, equipment and other personal possessions be clearly and permanently marked with the student's full name. 5. What if I live internationally or a plane ride away, how can I get the items on the list? Option #1: Items can be purchased at local stores when you arrive with your child. Below is a list of stores in our area: Store What can I get there? Location Near SMS Location Near Albany Airport Verizon Cell phone/plan 324B Us Route 7 S

Green Mountain Plaza Rutland, VT 05701 802-747-4402

131 Colonie Ctr Albany, NY 12205 518-689-9600

Target Everything None 1440 Central Avenue Colonie, NY 518-489-1112

Bed, Bath & Beyond

Most items 322 Route 7 South Rutland, VT 05701 802-747-5907

32 Wolf Road Albany, NY 518-437-0147

Walmart Everything 1 Rutland Shopping Plaza Rutland, VT 05701 802-773-0200

Go to Target.

Option #2: Upon arrival at school, you can purchase items online and have them shipped, or you can order items online prior to arrival and have items shipped directly to SMS. Suggested websites for ordering: 1. Amazon: http://www.amazon.com 2. Linens n Things: http://www.lnt.com

3. Bed Bath & Beyond: www.bedbathandbeyond.com 4. Target: http://www.target.com) 2. Packing List:

Required Items: • Valid Passport • Bedding (for a standard, US-sized single bed – 75” x 35”) • Laptop (with WiFi capability) • Ethernet cord, in the case of a wireless outage • Wireless card for wireless internet • 8-foot Extension Cord to be used exclusively for Laptop on-the-go (for use in study halls, in library, in classes, for travel) • Extension Cord for dorm room • Power Strip with multiple outlets (4-6 feet) • Towels, 2-3 • Toiletries • Laundry Detergent • Large Laundry Hamper • Clock and/or alarm clock (phones suffice as well) • Trash Can • Hangers • Painter’s tape for hanging posters (this type of tape does not peal paint off the walls) • Small lockbox for valuables • Daypack/small backpack for trips • Water bottle(s) • Plastic bin for food items • School & Casual Clothes • Rain Jacket • DRESSY CLOTHING:

Juniors: for Headmaster’s Dinner: Girls - khaki pants or khaki skirt and an SMS-issued polo shirt, closed-toe shoes Boys - khaki pants and SMS-issued polo shirt, closed-toe shoes

Seniors: for graduation and Headmaster’s Dinner: Girls - white dress for graduation, dress for Headmaster's Dinner Boys - khaki pants, white button-down shirt, blue blazer, tie

All students: for formal dinners and banquets: Girls - dress or skirt

Boys - khakis, dress shirt and tie • SPORTS:

Fall sport options – soccer, skateboarding, cross-country running, contact your coach about what equipment to bring

Strongly Suggested Items: • Shoe Organizer (hanging) * • Hooks that hang over an armoire door (17” length) * • Floor Lamp * • Desk Lamp * • Light Bulbs • Large plastic bin to store belongings on top of armoire (dimensions: W = 22” L =36” Distance to ceiling (depth) =37”) • Plastic containers to store belongings under bed (dimensions under bed: Height=11.5” Length=74” Depth=42”) *

Optional Items: • Calling Card (optional - to call off campus from a landline) • Verizon - works best as a cell phone provider in this area • Landline telephone (all rooms have a jack for landlines, thus all students can have a landline phone number) • Standard desk chairs are provided by SMS, however students can bring their own • Printer, Printer Cartridges, Paper • Shower Caddie (all students have a drawer in the bathroom where they can keep their toiletries) • Curtains/blinds

• iPod/MP3 player • Mug • Room Fan (not fitted for a window) • Mini Refrigerator • Mirror

3. Please Do Not Bring: • TV's, monitors and projectors of any kind are not allowed in student rooms. • Game systems are not permitted in student rooms. • No pets of any kind. Our dorm doors must fully close, thus no items such as hooks or mirrors can be hung over the top of the door, as it’s a violation of our fire code.

* 4. Ideas For Items That Work Best In Our Dorm Rooms:

• Shoe organizer that • Hooks that hang on • Low profile • Storage bin that hangs on wardrobe door wardrobe door floor lamp slides under bed