COVID-19 FAQs
As is apparent in news reports, the worldwide COVID-19 outbreak is rapidly evolving. We hope this webpage serves as a valuable resource to all members of The Frederick Gunn School community.
Families and employees should not hesitate to reach out via the survey below with any questions or concerns.
Establishing COVID-19 FAQs Survey
Thank you for the important role you play in keeping our community safe and healthy.
COVID-19 FAQs
Student Life
- How will students learn about our distance learning program?
- When will distance learning begin for students?
- When will students return to campus?
- What if I am not comfortable returning to campus on May 4?
- What will distance learning look like?
- What about athletic events?
- Will The Gunnery administer the ACT exam on April 4?
- What is happening with the May 2 SAT?
- What should I do about standardized testing?
- How is the Gunnery supporting international students?
How will students learn about our distance learning program?
When will distance learning begin for students?
When will students return to campus?
What if I am not comfortable returning to campus on May 4?
What will distance learning look like?
What about athletic events?
Will The Gunnery administer the ACT exam on April 4?
What is happening with the May 2 SAT?
What should I do about standardized testing?
How is the Gunnery supporting international students?
General
- End of year events and celebrations
- Student Support
- Health Center: Prescriptions
- Health Center: Medical Appointments
- Do I need to/can I get my books or other personal belongings and textbooks?
- Is the school store open and can I pick up packages?
- International students
- Advising
End of year events and celebrations
Student Support
Health Center: Prescriptions
Health Center: Medical Appointments
Do I need to/can I get my books or other personal belongings and textbooks?
Is the school store open and can I pick up packages?
International students
Advising
Co-Curricular Activities
- How will co-curriculars work from afar?
- What is the status of the Spring Athletic season/schedule?
- I live locally and would like to use the weight room, gym, etc. Is the school open for these activities?
How will co-curriculars work from afar?
What is the status of the Spring Athletic season/schedule?
I live locally and would like to use the weight room, gym, etc. Is the school open for these activities?
College Counseling
- Will The Gunnery administer the ACT exam on April 4?
- Will The Gunnery administer the SAT exam on May 2?
- What impact will the current situation have on AP exams scheduled for May?
- How will The Gunnery’s closure impact the SAT and ACT test prep courses offered through Summit Educational Group?
- How will the closure of college and university admission offices affect the release of admission decisions and financial aid packages?
- Many colleges and universities have closed their campuses for the remainder of the academic year and canceled admitted student events. What options are there for students to assess whether a college and/or university is the right match for them?
- Will the candidate reply date change?
- Will The Gunnery’s move to distance learning for this term have an impact on the college admission process?
- Will The Gunnery’s College Counseling Office be available during this period of remote learning?
Will The Gunnery administer the ACT exam on April 4?
Will The Gunnery administer the SAT exam on May 2?
What impact will the current situation have on AP exams scheduled for May?
How will The Gunnery’s closure impact the SAT and ACT test prep courses offered through Summit Educational Group?
How will the closure of college and university admission offices affect the release of admission decisions and financial aid packages?
Many colleges and universities have closed their campuses for the remainder of the academic year and canceled admitted student events. What options are there for students to assess whether a college and/or university is the right match for them?
Will the candidate reply date change?
Will The Gunnery’s move to distance learning for this term have an impact on the college admission process?
Will The Gunnery’s College Counseling Office be available during this period of remote learning?
Visit Head of School Peter Becker's VLog for Video Updates.
Recent Communications to Gunnery Community
An Important Message from the Head of School: April 4, 2020 - sent to all parents, students, faculty & staff
An Introduction to Distance Learning at The Gunnery: March 20, 2020 - sent to all parents and students
An important update to our spring term schedule: March 17, 2020 - sent to all parents, students and employees
Important COVID-19 Message: March 13, 2020 - sent to all parents, students and employees
COVID-19 Planning: March 11, 2020 - sent to all parents, students and employees
Employee Travel Survey: March Break: March 9, 2020 - sent to all employees
Student Travel Survey: March Break: March 9, 2020 - sent to parents
COVID-19 and Spring Break Travel: February 28, 2020 - sent to all parents and copied to all employees
Student Health Update: February 25, 2020 - sent to all parents
An Important Message from the Head of School Re: Heads Weekend: January 30, 2020 - sent to all parents and copied all employees
An Important Message from the Head of School Re: Coronavirus: January 27, 2020- sent to all parents