What to Bring/Wear

What to Bring! What to Wear!

Your Dorm Room

The average student room is an 8’ x 11’ area in which the student keeps all of his or her belongings. A bed, desk, area to hang clothes, dresser, wall-to-wall carpet, trash can, and overhead light are provided and cannot be removed from the room.

Personal Belongings Suggested to Bring

It is recommended that students have facemasks on hand, as well as hand sanitizer, especially for travel to and from school or anytime they are in marketplaces outside of Tabor or where they cannot easily social distance.

extra-long sheets and pillowcases (these can be provided by E&R Laundry if you sign up for that service)
pillow, blankets and/or comforter
towels (may be provided by E&R Laundry if you sign up for that service)
desk lamp with a supply of replacement bulbs (60-watt equivalent or under), those with an extra outlet are great.
Power strip or grounded extension cord
radio, alarm clock
personal computer (this is not required; computers are available in the Hayden Library and in the Academic Center) (while most students bring MAC Laptops, PC are acceptable as well)
hangers, laundry bag, detergent (free laundry machines, or see Laundry Services for sending out options)
posters or photographs (note: decorations may be mounted with “fun tack” or on wall strip only; no adhesive tape, tacks or nails may be used)
desk supplies (paper, pens, etc.)
current Tabor students recommend the following: a message board for the door, mug, water bottle, dry non-perishable snacks in an airtight tin, area rug, toiletries in a waterproof caddie.

Students may mail boxes to Tabor during the summer after June 6.

Please address packages to the student’s name with “New Student” written next to it, Tabor Academy, 66 Spring Street, Marion, MA, 02738, USA.
New Students already attending a US school may send or drop off containers in June, for a storage fee of $10 per box.
Boxes will be placed in student rooms shortly before the opening of school.

The following items should not be in rooms:

weight-lifting equipment
microwaves, toaster ovens, refrigerators, space heaters, and other appliances
pets such as lizards, rodents, snakes, cats, birds, etc.
bicycles (there are bike racks outside dorms: locks are recommended)
holiday lights of any kind
powerful sound systems for music
any kind of hanging tapestry
candles, incense, lighters, fireworks or matches
used liquor bottles, beer cans, beer signs, alcohol, Juul, or tobacco advertisements
anything that can be construed as a weapon

Discretion should be used in deciding what possessions should be brought to school.

Suggested Clothing to Bring

Tabor Academy requires a neat and clean appearance at all times as well as more professional dress as students determine is appropriate and during certain academic days. (Please see our newly adapted Expectations for Academic Dress). Informal dress after the academic day, on weekends, and at other free times is expected to be neat, clean, and tasteful while allowing for comfort and individuality.

School Day Dress

Casual Dress

Dresses, skirts, dress pants/chinos

Jeans, athletic pants

Ties, scarfs, belts

Athletic clothing & shoes

Blazers, jackets, sports coats

T-Shirts and Sweatshirts

Blouses, collared dress shirts

Nightwear: PJ's, robe, slippers

Sweaters

Dress shoes, boots, sandals

Boat & water shoes, etc. (optional)

Outerwear

Winter coat and boots

Rain Gear

Hat, gloves, heavy socks

Contact Info

Dean of Students:
508.291.8506
Dean of Studies:
508.291.8551
Admissions:
508.291.8300
Technology:
508.291.8333
Finance & Accounting:
508.291.8352
Health Center
508.291.8306
School Forms
508.291.8558
Shipping & Receiving:
508.291.8309

If English is not your first language, we can help: Please call 508.291.8300 or email us.

Mailing Address: 66 Spring St. Marion, MA 02738
Physical Address: 226 Front St. Marion, MA 02738

What to Bring! What to Wear!

Contact Info

TABOR ACADEMY