Masters Reentry
Boarding Information
RETURN TO IN-PERSON INSTRUCTION
Since the beginning of the COVID-19 pandemic, The Masters School has erred on the side of caution, as the health of our students and of all the members of the community is our highest priority.
In addition to the widespread increase of COVID-19 cases, we are mindful of the frequently changing travel guidelines and the heightened risks affecting our families’ ability to safely bring their children home in the event of a school closure.
The current situation requires us to continue to enforce our safety measures, including maintaining a low density on campus and in our dormitories.
Our reentry plan for boarders is now as follows:
Boarding students in Grade 12 will be able to return to campus on Saturday, February 6, 2021. Bringing our seniors back first will allow for a phased return of our boarders to campus while allowing our seniors to enjoy as much time as possible on campus before graduation. During this time, students in grades 9, 10 and 11 will continue to learn remotely. Reentry protocols for senior boarders can be found here.
Boarding students in Grades 9, 10 and 11 will be able to return after spring break. Please stay tuned for the exact date.
Reentry instructions and requirements for boarding students in grades 9, 10 and 11 will be communicated closer to the students’ return dates.
This revised plan for boarding students will provide us with additional time to observe the virus’ transmission trends during the colder months and make an informed decision to safely bring our boarders back to campus. In the meantime, I am reassured by the strength of our remote learning options and know that our students will continue to seamlessly advance their coursework. We will continue to provide opportunities for community engagement and support for any student in need.
Please be aware that this plan is, once again, subject to further revisions as dictated by changing circumstances. Should you have any questions about this plan, please reach out to Director of Residential Life Dena Torino.
In addition to the widespread increase of COVID-19 cases, we are mindful of the frequently changing travel guidelines and the heightened risks affecting our families’ ability to safely bring their children home in the event of a school closure.
The current situation requires us to continue to enforce our safety measures, including maintaining a low density on campus and in our dormitories.
Our reentry plan for boarders is now as follows:
Boarding students in Grade 12 will be able to return to campus on Saturday, February 6, 2021. Bringing our seniors back first will allow for a phased return of our boarders to campus while allowing our seniors to enjoy as much time as possible on campus before graduation. During this time, students in grades 9, 10 and 11 will continue to learn remotely. Reentry protocols for senior boarders can be found here.
Boarding students in Grades 9, 10 and 11 will be able to return after spring break. Please stay tuned for the exact date.
Reentry instructions and requirements for boarding students in grades 9, 10 and 11 will be communicated closer to the students’ return dates.
This revised plan for boarding students will provide us with additional time to observe the virus’ transmission trends during the colder months and make an informed decision to safely bring our boarders back to campus. In the meantime, I am reassured by the strength of our remote learning options and know that our students will continue to seamlessly advance their coursework. We will continue to provide opportunities for community engagement and support for any student in need.
Please be aware that this plan is, once again, subject to further revisions as dictated by changing circumstances. Should you have any questions about this plan, please reach out to Director of Residential Life Dena Torino.
Community Engagement
Every boarding student will have the opportunity to participate in virtual social activities and events with fellow boarding students and the School's residential staff. These regularly scheduled events will be designed and executed by the dorm parents in conjunction with the dorm proctors and student leaders. Students will rotate through different cohorts so that they can get to know each other and the residential staff.
While we are learning remotely, boarding parents and guardians will be able to meet, via Google Meet, with a member of the residential staff to ask questions, address concerns and receive updates about their child.
Every week, Director of Student Activities Ed Gormley will send the Weekend Scoop, an email that goes to students and faculty outlining fun virtual activities for the weekend.
Becoming a Day Student
For the safety of our community, our reentry to campus will be phased, with day students returning first, followed by boarding students. Boarding students who wish to return earlier will have the option to enroll as day students. Families should reach out to the Admission Office at admission@mastersny.org to begin the process of changing a student’s status for the 2020–21 academic year.
We understand that the option to live with a local guardian may not be possible for every boarding student, and therefore we are looking into the possibility of finding host families for boarding students who may be interested. Although we cannot guarantee availability, we will make every effort to pair a boarding student with a local host family. If your family is interested in this option, please let us know here.
Tuition Adjustments
During the 2020–21 academic year, boarding families will be credited for the difference between boarding and day tuition while the dormitories remain closed. The exact balance on the tuition account and the credit that will be applied will depend on the amount owed and the applicable payment plan. All credit amounts will be applied to the end of the selected payment plan.
Storage Options
Returning students who have been storing belongings in the dorms have the option to continue to do so until our boarding program reopens. Families who wish to retrieve their items may enlist the services of Dorm Room Movers or another moving company to pick up, ship or store belongings. Alternatively, families who wish to pick up their student’s belongings may arrange for a curbside pickup by contacting Director of Residential Life Dena Torino.
