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• When your student faces a challenge, let them lead. Your most powerful role is to support their independence and guide them in navigating the process themselves.

• Guide your student to campus offices for expert advice on policies, procedures, and next steps.

• Partner with Parent Engagement to understand the process and empower your student to lead.

• Stay connected with The Family Connection, our monthly e-newsletter packed with campus news, local events, volunteer opportunities, and family updates.

• Not receiving it? Contact the Office of Parent Engagement to update your info.

• Follow @scrippsfamilies on Instagram for the latest Scripps families news and moments.

• Student Health Services (SHS) serves all Claremont Colleges undergrads, including Scripps students鈥攔egardless of insurance plan.
• All Scripps students, despite whether they have the student health insurance plan or whether they have stayed on their parents鈥� insurance, can seek services at SHS.
• SHS provides outpatient office visits for the diagnosis, treatment, and management of acute as well as chronic health conditions.
• Students can schedule an office visit free of charge. Same day appointments are usually available. Any service-specific fees will be disclosed to the student ahead of time.
• Fully confidential services (except when required by law or requested by the student).
• Student Health Services (SHS) does not bill insurance. Students can request receipts for SHS medical services to submit to insurance providers for reimbursement
• 24/7 telemedicine via TimelyCare through the Health Portal.
• Explore more at the SHS website: services.claremont.edu/student-health-services

• Mandatory coverage: All Scripps students are auto-enrolled in the Claremont Colleges Student Health Insurance Plan (SHIP) each year.
• Opt out annually: If not enrolling in SHIP, students must waive SHIP every year.
• Plan details: For more information about the Student Health Insurance Plan (full benefits, exclusions and limitations) and other available programs and services, please visit .
• SHIP advantage: Student Health Insurance Plan (SHIP) generally provides full reimbursement of SHS charges, and students can use that reimbursement to pay off their SHS charges.
• Non-SHIP users: SHS is usually considered an out-of-network provider for those not on SHIP.
• No direct billing: SHS does not bill insurance. Students must submit their walk-out statement of charges to their insurance for reimbursement.

• MCAPS provides mental health services to the students of The Claremont Colleges. Its staff is made up of mental health professionals including psychologists, doctoral level therapists, post-doctoral fellows, psychiatrists and support staff.

• In-person crisis support available during office hours when phone or Zoom isn鈥檛 sufficient.

• Services include brief individual/couples therapy, group sessions, psychiatry, crisis response, workshops, and consultation.

• Worried about someone? Call MCAPS for guidance on next steps.

• Everbridge: Scripps’ emergency notification system for urgent alerts, evacuations, and shelter-in-place鈥攁uto-enrolled via student email.

• Add contacts like cell phones or personal emails via the portal.

• Designate emergency contacts in the ResLife portal.

• Visitors & opt-ins: Get text alerts for disasters, incidents, or road closures (active until you opt out).

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• CARE@Scripps, within the Dean of Students Office, helps students navigate challenges, balance school and life, and connect to campus and community resources.
• Unsure where to start? Direct your student to CARE@Scripps for guidance, options, and personalized support.

• Key dates at a glance: Find course starts, deadlines, and breaks on the Scripps Academic Calendar鈥攚ith projections through 2034.

• Registrar鈥檚 Office: Safeguards the integrity, accuracy, and privacy of academic records; interprets policies; and distributes information efficiently while upholding all regulations.
• Student resources: Access degree requirements, cross-registration, PERMs, deadlines, and more in the Registrar section of InsideScripps.
• FERPA & Privacy:
  • Federal law (FERPA, 1974) prohibits sharing student records without written consent鈥攅ven with parents.
  • Staff cannot discuss academic progress without a signed release; this reinforces student independence in seeking support.
  • Encourage open dialogue with your student and offer guidance鈥攖hey control access via a FERPA release through the Registrar.

• First-year advising: Incoming students receive a dedicated first-year academic advisor鈥攄istinct from their eventual major advisor鈥攖o navigate coursework and major declaration.
• Expand support: Urge your student to seek faculty mentors and office hours; these relationships fuel success across all years.
• Full details: Advising info and FAQs await in the Registrar section of InsideScripps.

• Academic Resources and Services (ARS) coordinates disability accommodations, partnering with campus departments to deliver tailored support.
• Key offerings: Academic coaching, Disability Support Services, and the Scripps Tutoring Program.
• To access accommodations: Students self-identify needs with ARS in advance.
• Your role as family:
  • Secure current diagnostic testing before high school graduation.
  • Foster self-advocacy鈥攈elp your student articulate their disability, strengths, and needs.
  • Empower them to collaborate with faculty and staff for lasting success.

• Scripps CLORGS: Dive into vibrant cultural, academic, service, and interest-based groups鈥攎any hosted by the SCORE office.
• Browse all options at: /life/student-services-scripps-clubs-and-organizations
• Go beyond Scripps: Explore 5C clubs, organizations, and events via Engage@Claremont鈥攖he central hub for all Claremont activities. Here:

• Scripps Associated Students (SAS): The primary student government body at 麻豆区, SAS acts as the official liaison between the student body and key stakeholders including administration, faculty, and the Board of Trustees.
• Core responsibilities: SAS advocates for student concerns, allocates funding to clubs and organizations, organizes campus-wide programs and activities, and works proactively to enhance the overall quality of student life both on campus and in the broader community.
• Democratic leadership: Each year, students elect members to the SAS Board, ensuring direct representation and a structured voice in college decision-making processes.

• Student employment benefits: On-campus jobs let students earn income for college costs while building real-world skills鈥攈ighly prized by employers in today’s job market. Departments across Scripps and the 7Cs frequently hire students for diverse roles.
• Federal Work-Study (FWS): Eligibility is set by the Office of Financial Aid; students handle their own search, applications, and interviews for these subsidized positions.
• Find opportunities via : This shared 7Cs online platform lists on-campus, off-campus, work-study, non-work-study, and internship jobs鈥攜our student can browse and apply year-round as postings appear.

• Career Planning & Resources (CP&R) delivers personalized guidance throughout your student鈥檚 journey, equipping them for impactful careers through signature programs like the Emerging Professionals intensive, alumnae-hosted Career Exploration Treks in major cities, and Internship Grants for unpaid summer opportunities.

• One-on-one support: Schedule appointments or drop in for tailored career counseling; CP&R staff and trained student counselors also assist with on-campus job searches via .

• Network and explore: Join industry events, connect with Scripps alumnae for informational interviews, and access mentorship through the Olive Grove platform.

• Housing inquiries: Direct your student to the Residential Life team via the Housing Portal (StarRez) or InsideScripps ResLife section鈥攐ffices prioritize student support.

• Parent guidance: Reach out to the Office of Parent Engagement first for context, expectations, and next steps; we can connect you with Res Life as needed.

• Traditional halls: Ten distinctive residence halls鈥擳oll, Clark, Browning, Dorsey, Frankel, Routt, GJW, Kimberly, Wilbur, and Schow, plus Revelle House鈥攐ffer classic community living.
• Independent options: Scripps-sponsored 709 House, and Claremont Collegiate Apartments (CCA) provide home- and apartment-style living for greater autonomy.

• Annual requirement: Every enrolled student must complete the Housing Application each year鈥攔egardless of plans to live off-campus, study abroad, or stay in Scripps housing. Missing the deadline risks losing guaranteed housing access.
• Full process details: Available in the Housing Portal (StarRez); Res Life sends frequent emails with timelines, forms, and info sessions.
• Stay informed: Key deadlines and milestones are also shared in the Family Connection e-newsletter from Parent Engagement.

• Typical housing timeline (subject to change):
  • Early March: The Housing Application officially opens in the portal鈥攎ark this as the starting point for all students, including those studying abroad or planning off-campus living.
  • End of March: Strict deadline to submit the Housing Application; missing it can forfeit priority or access to Scripps-sponsored housing for the upcoming year.
  • Early April: Students receive personalized room selection time slots via email, based on class year and application completion.
  • Mid-April: Room selection unfolds in phases鈥攔ising seniors choose first, followed by rising juniors, then rising sophomores鈥攅nsuring upperclassmen have priority in securing preferred spaces.
  • Fall semester: After a 2鈥�3 week room freeze at the start of term (to stabilize initial occupancy), students may submit room change requests; Residential Life then reviews availability and accommodates changes where possible.
• Managing stress: If your student feels overwhelmed, encourage them to thoroughly explore all provided resources鈥攕tep-by-step guides, recorded info sessions, Campus Life e-newsletters, and detailed FAQs鈥攁vailable directly in the Housing Portal and on the Residential Life pages within InsideScripps. After reviewing, they should feel empowered to schedule a one-on-one meeting with Residential Life staff to clarify concerns, ask questions, and gain confidence in the process.

• Housing accommodations via ARS: Students apply annually through Academic Resources & Services (ARS)鈥攕eparate from standard room selection.
• Required steps: Submit the Housing Accommodation Request Form with medical/professional documentation; approved requests enter a pre-placement process.
• Review & assignment: A committee evaluates submissions, notifies students via Scripps email, and Residential Life implements approved accommodations based on availability.

• Summer storage options: Scripps doesn’t provide direct storage, but most students use convenient storage pods from local Claremont-area companies鈥攆amiliar with 5C needs and processes. Students often team up with peers to share a pod and divide costs affordably.
• Planning support: Detailed move-out and storage guidance comes from Residential Life and Student Engagement via student emails; Parent Engagement relays key info through the Family Connection e-newsletter.

• Mail & package address: Use this exact format to avoid delays:
  • (Student鈥檚 Legal Name)
    麻豆区
    345 E 9th St. # (your student鈥檚 assigned mailbox #)
    Claremont, CA 91711
• Mail Center operations: All campus mail and deliveries route through the Mail Center (not a USPS annex); no carriers enter campus. Open Monday鈥揊riday, 8 a.m.鈥�5 p.m.鈥攑ackages arriving after 5 p.m. are processed the next business day.
• Amazon Lockers: 24/7 access at 鈥淏alieu鈥� (Seal Court, 345 E 9th St.) or 鈥淭eofilo鈥� (behind Browning Hall, 1151 N Amherst)鈥攐pen via smartphone.