Check-In Day
We are counting down the days to the BCA Check-In on Tuesday morning, September 2nd, when our wonderful student body returns to school!
Below are some key details to note
September 2nd, 2026
This is an example of what the check-in day schedule will look like. It is subject to change
|
Time |
Name of Session |
Location |
Involved |
|---|---|---|---|
| 8:30 - 9:00 AM | SLC Check-In Time | Edwards Chapel | SLC Students Only |
|
9:30 – 12:00 PM |
Student Check-In & Dorm Move-In |
Edwards Chapel |
All New and Returning Students* |
|
10:30 AM |
Optional: Campus Tour |
Edwards Chapel |
New Students & Parents of New Students |
|
11:30-1:00 PM |
Welcome BBQ |
Edwards Chapel |
Everyone |
|
1:30 – 2:00 PM |
BCA Welcome Session |
Hildebrand Chapel |
All New Students & Parents of New Students |
|
2:00 – 3:00 PM |
Grade Sessions |
Various |
Parents of New Students All New Students |
|
3:00 – 5:00 PM |
Free Time** |
Various |
All New and Returning Students |
| 3:15 - 5:15 | Football Practice | Football Field | |
|
5:00 – 6:30 PM |
Supper |
Dining Hall |
Students with a Meal Plan |
|
6:00 – 7:15 PM |
Girls Volleyball Practice |
Gym - South Court |
New & Returning Students |
|
7:15 – 8:30 PM |
Boys Volleyball Practice |
Gym - North Court |
New and Returning Students |
|
8:15 - 9:30 PM |
Lawnapalooza |
Whit Courtyard |
BCA Students |
| 9:45 PM | BCA Dorm Meetings | BCA Dorms | Dorm Students |
** We have intentionally created space in this schedule for families to unpack and set up dorm rooms, go into town to pick up supplies (particularly for students without vehicles), eat together, and say goodbye.
Packing List
School Supplies
-
Scientific Calculator
-
Laptop or Tablet (This device should be able to work with Word (or documents that can be effectively converted into Word and PowerPoint). It must be able to send and receive emails, access wireless internet, have a minimum screen size of 7”, and have a functional keyboard)
- Duo Tangs, Lined Paper & Dividers
- USB/ Hard Drive
- Bible (Old and New Testament, hardcover, version/translation of the student's choice)
- Zipper Binder
- Pens/Pencils, highlighters, coloured pencils and markers
- White out/Erasers
- Waterbottle
*Students have access to Microsoft Office for FREE through their myBriercrest account. This will be set up for them on check-in day.
Dorm Supplies
-
Sheets & Bedding for a twin bed
-
Pillow and cases
- Alarm Clock (phones cannot be used as alarm clocks)
- Laundry basket, detergent, hangers
- Room Decorations
- Sticky tack/ 3M hooks
- Mini Fridge
- Calendar
- Speaker
- Extension cords
- Storage basket/drawer
- Shampoo/conditioner/soap
- Deodorant
- Towels
- Toothbrush/toothpaste
- Prescription Medicine (over-the-counter medicine provided)
- Hair Products, dryer/straightener/curling iron
- Shower Caddy
- Bathrobe
- Waterbottle
- Garbage Can
- Air freshener
- Food storage
- Fan
- Mugs/tumblers
Helpful Resources
Academic Building Map
Academic Building Entrance Map
Caronport Map
Contact Us
If you have any questions, comments, or concerns about check-in day, please contact our team at bca@briercrest.ca or 306.801.5220.