<p>So besides what was included in the email, what do I need to bring? Also, when we "check in" do we drop off our stuff in our dorm first? or do we do that near the end of the day? Should I bring my laptop?</p>
<p>You drop off your stuff at the dorms first. It gets checked-in at the mail room for pickup later, if I recall correctly.</p>
<p>You won’t need your laptop; the day will be extremely busy. Just bring a smartphone if you need to check email, etc. Otherwise, spend the time socializing with your group and getting rest.</p>
<p>It may help to watch the schedule in the days leading up to CalSO to see how full your prospective courses are getting, so that you can get an idea of which to phase 1, and to make lists of alternatives in case your first choices are full.</p>
<p>You should bring your laptop to check facebook and e-mail and collegeconfidential.</p>