hi parents,

I hope everyone had an enjoyable few weeks, but, as you know, the time is drawing near when you'll have to come take your kids back. At this point, there is little reason to send any more mail, as we will get nothing past Friday.

Please review the following information about Sunday.

(Sunday) July 17, 2011 Check-out and Closing Ceremonies
Check-out of dorms 9:00-10:30 a.m.
Closing Ceremony 10:45-12:00 p.m.

On closing day, parents should arrive according to the schedule above. There is limited parking around the dorms so families should help students load all belongings into cars and then park them nearby. If you foresee a problem arriving in time to move your student out by 10:30, please let us know as soon as possible. After loading luggage in vehicles, students should remain at the dorms with the staff and other students, and should not leave the group until after the closing ceremony.

Participation in the closing ceremony is mandatory. Families and teachers are invited and encouraged to attend the closing ceremonies, which will highlight the accomplishments of the students over the three-week period and will include the distribution of certificates.

The closing ceremony will be held in the auditorium of the Chemistry Building, which is across McCormick Road from the dorms.

Dress will be casual.

If you have any more questions, feel free to send them to us.
Thanks.
Thomas Sones, Japanese Academy Director