Coronavirus Updates
We at New Hampton School are excited to welcome reunion attendees to campus for our Bicentennial Celebration, June 2-5. This event has been 201 years in the making and while we are excited to bring people together to reminisce, showcase our community, and celebrate, we recognize the need for health precautions to support attendee and employee well-being.
If nothing else, the last two years have taught us the importance of being nimble with COVID-19 policies. We approach reunion with a similar mindset, reserving the right to modify guidelines based on the conditions that present themselves in June.
To ensure the health and well-being of our community, alumni, and friends, we ask that you adhere to the following COVID-19 guidelines:- All age-eligible attendees must be up to date on their vaccines, defined by the CDC as someone who has received their primary series of COVID-19 vaccines and booster, where eligible.
- Anyone who is not feeling well or has symptoms suggestive of COVID-19 should not attend.
- International travelers should adhere to the latest CDC guidelines regarding international travel and testing.
While we will not be asking participants to submit verification of vaccination, we trust that guests will honor our guidelines for a safe and festive celebration.
We will communicate any necessary masking guidelines as we get closer to the event.
Messages from the School
Important Information on Vaccines
New Hampton School will require all students and faculty to provide proof of vaccination, or receipt of their first dose, by August 20. The Health Center will provide an on-campus vaccination clinic for those students who are not able to get their second vaccination prior to arrival.
If you have not already uploaded your student’s vaccination documentation, you must upload it as soon as possible, along with your Magnus Health forms. If a student has not been able to get vaccinated during the summer, it is essential to contact the Health Center at healthcenter@newhampton.org as soon as possible.
Any family seeking a medical or religious exemption to vaccination must contact the Health Center as soon as possible.
Frequently Asked Questions
Returning to Campus
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Do students need to test for COVID-19 prior to arrival on campus for Registration?
Unvaccinated students must provide a negative COVID-19 test result from a test administered within 72 hours of arrival. A second test will be administered to unvaccinated students 7 days later. Vaccinated students do not need to be tested for COVID-19 prior to arrival. -
If students and families are fully vaccinated, do they need to wear face coverings when they arrive?
Yes. All community members must wear a face covering when indoors until our school community is vaccinated. -
Is New Hampton School requiring students to be vaccinated?
Yes. All students must provide proof of vaccination to the Health Center by August 20. Those students seeking medical or religious exemption must provide documentation by August 20.
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Will New Hampton School provide vaccinations to students who arrive unvaccinated or only partially vaccinated?
Students are asked to make every effort to obtain vaccination prior to arrival. The School’s Health Center will work to provide an on-campus vaccination clinic for those students who are not able to get their second vaccination prior to arrival. -
Will the school be testing for COVID-19 at Registration?
Yes. The entire community will be tested for COVID-19 upon their arrival.
International Student Guidance
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If there is a significant spike in the incidents of COVID-19 and the school needs to revert to remote instruction temporarily, will my international student be able to stay on-campus?
Should there be a need to “close” campus for a period of time as a result of a significant change in the status of the COVID-19 virus, our intent is that we will remain open for those students who are unable, or for whom it is unsafe, to travel home. This will understandably depend on the health of the adults on our campus who would need to care for those students. -
Is the Form I-20, which students received in February, valid for re-entry to the US?
The current Form I-20 students received in February is valid for re-entry until the end of August this year, before our new academic year starts. -
What are the COVID-19 protocols for international travelers?
All international air travelers (students and their families regardless of vaccination status) entering the United States must:- Provide proof of a negative COVID-19 PCR test within three days of their travel to the United States unless they can provide documentation of COVID-19 infection within the last 90 days.
- Wear a face covering and take other precautions during travel.
- Self-monitor for symptoms of COVID-19 upon arrival and after travel.
- Test for COVID-19 three to five days AFTER arrival in the United States. The test will be administered at New Hampton School and will be scheduled for the student.
New Hampton School recommends that all international families carefully review the International Travel Recommendations set forth by the Centers for Disease Control. The CDC differentiates quarantine requirements for vaccinated and unvaccinated people. -
What documents will international students need to re-enter the U.S.?
All students should have their complete set of travel documents:- passport(s) with validity extending at least six months past student’s entry to the U.S.;
- valid F-1 visa (does not apply for citizens of Canada, BVI, Bermuda);
- Form I-20 issued after February 1, 2021 with a signature in blue ink on the first page (for returning students also with an endorsement in blue ink on the last page);
- proof of payment of the SEVIS I-901 fee;
- permanent resident card.
If you have a question about your documents, please contact us at isp@newhampton.org. - passport(s) with validity extending at least six months past student’s entry to the U.S.;
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What's the best way to stay informed about updates for international student families?
The best way to receive updated information is to check this website, as we will post updates here as soon as more are available. Please also check the following for information about maintaining F-1 student status: https://studyinthestates.dhs.gov/covid-19-resources
General Questions
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If my student contracts COVID-19 at any time during the year, will remote learning be available to them?
No. While we will continue to support students who miss classes due to illness, we expect students to be present on campus and do not plan to support remote learning at the same capacity as the previous year. -
What are the best ways for me to keep abreast of developments to the plan for this school year?
There are a number of ways we will communicate updates to our plan for the coming year. Updates will be posted in the bi-weekly Friday e-newsletter, through direct emails from the Head of School and Student Life Office, and on the New Hampton School website. Also, virtual meetings will be offered weekly to share updates and act as a forum for questions and answers. In the interim, families are always welcome to reach out to the Student Life Office at 603-677-3435 with any questions that they have. -
What do athletics look like this year?
As a league, we are united in our commitment to safety, for our schools and the communities we belong to. In a continuing effort to provide in-person learning and a full interscholastic sports program, we have agreed to follow shared operating guidelines for the Lakes Region League:- All athletes involved in interscholastic competition must be vaccinated;
- Lakes Region League athletes may not participate in club sports, AAU basketball, split season hockey, college showcase events, or similar off-campus programs unless they have received the vaccination;
- Coaches, athletic trainers, and personnel involved in the athletic program must be vaccinated;
- When playing non-league opponents, we will require all participants to be vaccinated;
- All spectators should be vaccinated.
This policy will be updated to align with the changing nature of the COVID-19 pandemic and agreement amongst member schools.
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