8 p.m. EST

Welcome to Hotchkiss! 
Congratulations! Please join Head of School Craig Bradley and Dean of Admission and Financial Aid Erby Mitchell for a virtual welcome. In addition, the deans of each class will tell you about their roles on campus and share their excitement in welcoming you to Hotchkiss! 

8:30 a.m. - 2 p.m. EST

Hello, Hotchkiss! 
This school day program will give you taste of an actual day at Hotchkiss, with remarks from faculty speakers and the opportunity to attend a class or two. Cap it off with a fascinating interactive conversation with one of Hotchkiss’s many accomplished alumni, Chris Meledandri '77, founder and CEO of Illumination, the company that created Despicable Me, Minions, Sing, The Secret Life of Pets, and many other beloved animated films.  

Don’t miss it!

8 p.m. EST

The Composition of a Prep
While Hotchkiss may be a prep school, at Hotchkiss, being a “prep” is something special. Prep is Hotchkiss-speak for 9th grader, and we want you to learn all about it. What will it be like? How can you get ready?  Get all your questions answered here! 

8 p.m. 

Faculty Round Table
Teachers create memories and experiences that last a lifetime, and the commitment of Hotchkiss teachers is unsurpassed. Please join this session with three experienced members of the faculty during which they will discuss their lifelong dedication to teaching and the experience of being a student. 
  

8 p.m. EST

Diversity & Inclusion
Hotchkiss is an intentionally diverse community. Diversity permeates every facet of School life, elevating, propelling, and preparing students to make a difference in an ever more complex world. We actively strive to create a School culture that is truly inclusive and rooted in our motto: Moniti Meliora Sequamur. “Guided by each other, let us seek better paths.” Learn about the Office of Diversity & Inclusion, offerings, and programs and how we ensure that all students feel safe, seen, and supported. 

8 p.m. EST

Be True, Bleed Blue: Hotchkiss Athletics
Athletics are a significant part of the Hotchkiss experience. You may be wondering, what’s game day like? What facilities will I have access to? How do I balance being a student with being an athlete? Get all your questions answered and have some fun as you learn the ins and outs of Hotchkiss athletics!

8 p.m. EST

Collaborative Creations: Hotchkiss and the Arts
Come create with us! Studio art, instrumental music, performance arts, photography, ceramics, dance and so much more are part of the Hotchkiss experience! Learn more during this engaging session, and get your creativity flowing. 

8 p.m. EST

Next Steps: Hotchkiss College Process
Your days at Hotchkiss will be some of the most memorable of your life, but your time here will be fleeting! Find out what happens next during this important session with students and College Advisors about how the college application process works and the strong support you will receive in planning for college. 

8 p.m. EST

What's Your Why?
Why do students do what they do at Hotchkiss? Hear from current students about their multitude of passions and interests and why their dedication to studies, friends, and co-curriculars is so important and impactful. 

8 p.m. EST

Hotchkiss Hits Different. Find out Why.
Making the decision to go to boarding school is hard. Choosing which boarding school to attend is even harder. Spend some time with us to learn what makes Hotchkiss different -- from academics to athletics to residential life to fun on weekends to a culture that truly sets us apart. Hotchkiss hits different, and we want you to be part of it.