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| Students play foosball with their dorm parent in the dormitory common room |
To maintain the tradition of The Family Boarding School, faculty members and their families reside in apartments within the dormitories. This close interaction between students and teachers outside the classroom enables faculty to be more aware of each student's academic and personal goals, strengths, and weaknesses. Each dormitory is divided into halls, and each hall is overseen by one dorm parent. Dorm parents are responsible for the smooth operation of their dormitory halls and the safety and productivity of their students. They define the rules and set the standards for good communal living.
Dorm parents also encourage socialization on the hall by offering casual get-togethers and informal hall meetings. By establishing and maintaining positive relationships with his or her students, a dorm parent also serves as a means of support when students needs advice on personal or academic matters. Students get to know their dorm parents quite well, and it is imperative for parents to also be acquainted with their child's dorm parent.
Each dormitory has one dorm head who oversees the overall operation of their residence. Dorm heads have the same responsibilities as dorm parents, yet they are responsible for ensuring the performance of other faculty in residence. The dorm head also is responsible for conducting dorm meetings to review the progress of the students in residence and coordinate the implementation of dormitory and School rules. The dorm head reports to the assistant headmaster for residential life.