August 7, 2020

Dear WRA Families choosing Option B,

As you have now confirmed, you have selected the Option B Learning Plan which allows you to begin the academic year online. WRA will reserve a bed for all boarders in Option B, and will welcome you back to campus for in-person learning during the academic year. At this time, learning option choices are final. If you have a compelling reason to change your learning option, you may request an exception that must be approved by the Head of School.

WRA has developed updated arrival guidelines which must be followed when you are ready to transition to in-person learning. We have been in consultation with immigration, health and travel experts to determine the safest plan for our online learners to return to campus.

International Students

In consultation with immigration attorneys, WRA has developed the following arrival guidelines for international students. Option B international students may transition to in-person learning at the beginning of each academic module, after completing WRA's online orientation program. Students may arrive on campus on specific dates preceding the start of a module. Based on the current school calendar, please schedule your arrival to campus during the following periods:

October 17-19, 2020
January 2-4, 2021
March 8-10, 2021

These arrival guidelines are designed to minimize the chance of students being turned away at the port of entry, and to provide on-call access to immigration attorneys during arrival. We are committed to providing our international students with extensive support during travel to the US during these uncertain times.

Domestic Boarding Students

WRA has also clarified arrival guidelines for domestic Option B boarding students who wish to transition to in-person learning. In order to prepare appropriately for each student's arrival, domestic students must have approval from the Student Life Office a minimum of one week in advance of your return date. Option B students will be welcome to arrive on campus after completing WRA's online orientation program and obtaining approval for their arrival plan at least one week in advance.

Day Students

Day students may transition to in-person learning at any time after completing WRA's online orientation program and notifying the Student Life Office.

We are so excited to see you virtually in just a few short weeks and cannot wait until you join us back on campus in person!

Sincerely,