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A College Checklist for Upper Mids

Director of College Advising Rick Hazelton was invited to blog on "The Choice," a New York Times blog with a focus on the college admissions process. In his post, Mr. Hazelton offers advice to the class of 2014 in his May college checklist for juniors.
Schedule of Hotchkiss Mailings and Due Dates for New Students and Parents

Here's a checklist of what you can expect to receive from Hotchkiss, and when and where to submit your documents and information.
Planning for Graduation 2013

To help senior parents' planning with travel plans, we offer this updated schedule of Graduation festivities on May 30 and 31.
For Parents of Seniors: Preorder a Graduation Video

Every year, we have our graduation ceremony professionally videotaped. If you would like to preorder a DVD, you can do so directly from Video Heritage Productions.
2013 Community Service Awards presented to Beth Waitkus ’79 and Diego de Sola ’91

Roberta Jenckes

Students, faculty, and special guests enjoyed the Hotchkiss Auditorium program of Friday, April 12, as the alumni recipients of the 2013 Community Service Award spoke movingly about the volunteer efforts that have transformed their lives and the lives of others. Katheryn Allen Berlandi ’88, president of the Hotchkiss School Board of Governors, represented the Board’s Nominating Committee in presenting the awards.
Hotchkiss alumnus Tom Reiss wins Pulitzer Prize

On April 15, the announcement of the 2013 Pulitzer Prizes for Letters, Drama and Music, included the excellent news that Tom Reiss ’82 had won the Prize for Biography for his book, The Black Count: Glory, Revolution, Betrayal, and the Real Count of Monte Cristo (Crown; September 2012).
Hotchkiss takes steps to address community safety

In the weeks following the unspeakable tragedy at Sandy Hook Elementary School, Hotchkiss administrators began a process of extensive and careful review of the School’s safety and security practices. As a result, several actions are being taken that will further address community safety, a commitment that is deeply felt by the School administration.
For Upper Mid Parents: Upper Mid College/Testing Profile

This timeline will help you anticipate what lies ahead for your students as they continue through their Upper Mid year. Please refer to the college handbook, available in the right sidebar of Parent Central and College Advising pages of the school website, for more detailed information. Click the title above for the detailed timeline.