Parents and Families Archives

March 2, 2022

Graduation Celebration FAQ for Class of 2020 families

We’ve included some quick facts below, but please visit the 2020 Graduation Celebration page for complete details. Q: Is there…

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May 29, 2021

May 29 — Update for Families of Returning Students

Dear Bates Families, Greetings from Maine! You are an important part of the Bates community, and as we move into…

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April 5, 2021

Student COVID-19 Vaccinations – April 5, 2021

Hello, Bates Families – As you know, Governor Mills has accelerated Maine’s vaccine roll-out, and individuals 16 years old and…

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April 5, 2021

Update: COVID-19 and In-Room Restriction – April 5, 2021

Hello, Bates Families – Students have received an important update regarding the situation on campus. Please encourage them to read this information…

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March 23, 2021

Campus activities, vaccines, and more – March 23, 2021

Hello, Bates Families – Students have received an update that includes information about additional campus activities, off-campus social gatherings, and…

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March 9, 2021

Student Experience Update – March 9, 2021

Hello, Bates Families – Students have just received an encouraging update about activities on campus. Please read the full update here. …

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February 26, 2021

Important COVID-19 Update – Feb. 26, 2021

Hello, Bates Families – As we head into the weekend, students have received an important update about the transmission of COVID-19 on…

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February 22, 2021

Update on dining, campus life, and more – Feb. 22, 2021

Hello, Bates Families – Following the start of the semester last week, students have received an update regarding dining and additional outdoor…

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February 13, 2021

Arrival Quarantine Update – Feb. 13, 2021

Hello, Bates Families – On-campus students have received reminders on continuing arrival quarantine. You can read that update here. If you…

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