<p>Like the title says, I'd like to start a list of some specific things you consider must-haves for boarding school.</p>
<p>I'm drawing a blank now... Would someone else start it off? :)</p>
<p>sticky tack-you wanna hang pictures from home and school :)</p>
<p>for me personally(and maybe others)- a large calendar either whiteboard or paper it’s easier to keep track of projects,exams, and important events</p>
<p>Alarm clock-my phone alarm clock is not enough</p>
<p>Thats all I can think of so far</p>
<p>A fan!
Doorstop (if your door is open, people will come in)
Poster mounts
Hammer, nails screwdriver (share and you will make friends)
Mirror for the back of your door
Roll of quarters if you do your own laundry
Little sewing kit
Name tapes to label your things
Extension bar for your closet so you have a second row to hang
Hangers
Twin XL sheets and get them NOW
a good water bottle
extension cord and power strip
standing lamp
a new desk chair (possibly)
shower caddy
Cardigan or pashmina for chapel
sunglasses
alarm clock
charger cords
batteries
An adventurous spirit, friendliness and an open mind</p>
<p>Full size mirror!!! I noticed that in the dorm room I saw at hotchkiss the person brought their own mirror, so the school doesn’t provide one. I can’t live without one that’s full size!!!</p>
<p>Planner (Going to make another attempt at being organized)
Phone and at least four other ways to stay in touch :)</p>
<p>An open mind. You will have to learn to live with kids that have opinion differing vastly from your own.</p>
<p>Bump…</p>
<p>Personal set of utensils (fork, knife, spoon) and lots of food that doesn’t go bad (those little kraft mac and cheese things or ramen are favorites in my dorm)</p>
<p>ATM/debit card-- especially if you have to fly to school/home</p>
<p>Guys, you REALLY need a shower caddy. It is a must have. Also, a robe or a large towel to take into showers with you might be helpful. Extension cords also help!</p>