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All articles of personal bedding, blankets, linens, etc. should be plainly and permanently
marked with the owner's name.
Our living situation here is one which does not necessitate either large sums of
money or valuable possessions. We cannot forbid the use of expensive equipment
or the possession of too much cash, but we cannot be responsible for their
loss. The Gunnery does provide door locks on every dormitory room for security. In addition we encourage students to bring a small lock-box for valuables.
Each room is furnished by the School with the basic necessities. There is also
ample provision for decoration and electrical devices, so we ask that occupants
of these rooms do not tape, nail, or tack their hangings onto, or into, the
walls or doors. We request non-permanent adhesives. As mandated by fire safety
regulations, refrigerators, TV sets, electric heaters, popcorn poppers,
hot-pots, game-type systems, and large fans are prohibited. Note:
Small desk fans are permitted, and RA’s and prefects may keep small
refrigerators. Computers are permitted for word processing. Cellular phones are
permitted in rooms only or off campus. Finally, School authorized extension
cords - 6 foot heavy-duty cords - limited to one per student, can be purchased
through the School Store.
Don't bring more than you need! Storage space is minimized by new fire
regulations and none of our rooms are large enough to accommodate superfluous
items.
In planning your school wardrobe, it is important to remember the optional laundry
service schedule. The laundry is picked up on Monday and returned on
Friday of the same week. Thus, a student should have adequate clothing for a
two-week period. In addition, there are coin-operated washer and dryer
facilities in the basement of Brinsmade, Bourne, Van Sinderen, Gibson, and Gunn
Dorms, which may be used by students.
A personal account may be set up at the School Store/Bank on Registration Day
from which to draw allowances. Insofar as there is little to spend one's money
on while The Gunnery is in session, $25 seems an adequate (and average) weekly
supply of cash to budget, with $50 per trip recommended for travel expenses for
those occasional weekends away from school in addition to bus, cab, or airline
fares.
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