Hello, Bates Families –

As we head into the weekend, students have received an important update about the transmission of COVID-19 on campus – and a request for help as we all stay focused on safe behaviors. 

The college has already found itself in the unfortunate position of having to send a number of students home and switch them to remote learning because they did not adhere to the public health policies that are necessary to mitigate the transmission of COVID-19 on campus. With this in mind, we would be grateful if you could once again speak with your student about the importance of making good decisions to protect the health and wellbeing of members of the Bates community.

On a lighter note, this weekend also brings the launch of late night pick-up or delivery at the Den on Thursdays, Fridays, and Saturdays. And in the coming days, the student-run activities committee Bates CAT is sponsoring an array of virtual and in-person activities from Feb. 28 to March 7 for Winter Carnival. It is encouraging to see these activities underway.

We thank you for your ongoing support of your students, and we are so appreciative of their vigilance, flexibility, and commitment to the community.

Best regards,

The Bates Parent Team