Parents and Families Archives
Incoming student arrival protocols and more
Greetings from campus! We wanted to share some important updates for families of incoming students: All incoming students have received…
2026 Families: Next student deadlines and ongoing family programs
Hello, Class of 2026 families – With around five weeks to go until drop-off day, students are going through a…
2026 Families: Resources for your student – and for you
Hello, Class of 2026 families – Incoming students continue to hear weekly from the First-Year Experience team about key forms,…
2026 Families: Preview of Summer Welcome Events
Hello, Class of 2026 families – This summer, we will offer a mix of in-person and virtual welcome gatherings to…
2026 Families: First-year forms, dates, and more
Hello, Class of 2026 families – Summer is blooming on the Bates campus, and we have several resources to share…
2026 Families: Welcome events, drop-off, and more
Hello, Class of 2026 families – It’s official – the Class of 2026 is now fully enrolled! We are thrilled to…
Latest Bates updates for families
Hello, Bates Families – Students have received an update about welcome changes to campus health protocols. Read the full update…
Resource update
Hello, Bates Families – Greetings from a quiet campus! As February break begins, we remind you that an overview about…
Guest policies, sustainability, and more
Hello, Bates Families – We have a few brief updates for you this week. Students have just received the latest…
Regional events, Winter Carnival, and more
Hello, Bates Families – Students have just received the latest update on testing trends and public health policies, and we…