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Thank you for choosing Carrabassett Valley Academy and being part of our incredible community. This webpage is your first stop for the most current information to help you navigate the academic year with ease.

WINTER TERM REGISTRATION DAY

We are looking forward to seeing our Big Dog families for Winter Term Registration Day on Sunday, November 3. Please see the Winter Registration Day Schedule for arrival times, school registration, moving information, and more.

All families are invited to the Welcome Luncheon in the Capricorn Lodge after the Gratitude Ceremony. Please RSVP here.

Contact Lydia Barbie with any questions.

Student Clubs

School clubs are a fantastic way for students to grow personally and academically. They allow kids to explore their interests, make new friends, and develop leadership skills. Join us for these exciting clubs after dinner:

Tuesday: Theater Club (Kathy's Classroom) – Explore your creativity through performance.
Tuesday: Environmental Club (Jesse's Classroom) – Make a difference for our planet.
Wednesday: Mental Skills Club (Beth's Classroom) – Boost your mental game for sports and life.
Thursday: Change of Pace (2nd Floor Study Lounge) – Relax and recharge with fun activities.

See you there!

WHEN IS TOO SICK FOR SCHOOL?

As we approach the colder months, it's important to understand when it's best for your child to stay home from school to recover. Attendance Works, Kaiser Permanente, and NASN have collaborated to provide a comprehensive guide for families. This document offers valuable insights into determining when illness warrants a day off from school and how to manage health concerns effectively. You can access the full guide here.

Employee Directory

Do you have questions? The following people are available to help you:

Residential Life - Dave Koenig dkoenig@gocva.com
Academic - Karen Lanoue-Egan klanoue-egan@gocva.com
Financial - Steve Abeles sabeles@gocva.com
Snowboard - Freddy McCarthy fmccarthy@gocva.com
Ski Cross - Mike Phelan mphelan@gocva.com
Freestyle Moguls - Nate McKenzie nmckenzie@gocva.com
Freestyle Freeski - Mark Spinney mspinney@gocva.com
Alpine - Kirk Dwyer kdwyer@gocva.com
Backcountry - Garrett Morrow gmorrow@gocva.com
Medical - Amy Martin amartin@gocva.com
Sports Medicine - Tristy Wolfe twolfe@gocva.com
Registration Days - Lydia Barbie lbarbie@gocva.com

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2024/2025 TUITION

Here is a summarized guide to tuition payment plans with payment deadlines. Tuition payment plans were selected with the enrollment contract signature. Tuition payments can be made by check, eCheck, or credit card. Please note that there is a 3% credit card processing fee and a $50 charge for returned ACH payments or wires.

Tuition Payment Plans:

1. Plan A: 100% of Tuition

Deadline: Pay the full amount of the tuition, less the enrollment deposit, by July 19 for Fall families and September 19 for Winter families.

2. Plan B: 50% of Tuition Deposit

Deadline: Pay 50% of the tuition, less the enrollment deposit, by July 19 for Fall families and September 19 for Winter families.
Remaining Balance: Due by December 1, along with accrued monthly interest.
There is no penalty for pre-payment.

3. Plan C: 25% of Tuition Deposit

Deadline: Pay 25% of the tuition, less enrollment deposit, by July 19 for Fall families and September 19 for Winter families.
Remaining Balance: Due in monthly payments starting September 1 for Fall families and November 1 for Winter families, along with accrued interest.
There is no penalty for pre-payment.

Ensuring timely payment according to your selected plan is crucial. If you need further assistance or have specific inquiries, please contact Steve Abeles, Director of Finance at sabeles@gocva.com or 207-237-4460.

If you are unsure about your payment plan or need to view your signed contract, click here to learn how to access your enrollment contract.

SUGARLOAF SKI CLUB

One of CVA's most important partners is the Sugarloaf Ski Club. We encourage all CVA families to become members of the Ski Club. The Club offers multiple scholarship opportunities to CVA Students.

Click here to learn more.

SafeSport

As a member club of US Ski and Snowboard and under the umbrella of the USOC, CVA recognizes the importance of the SafeSport initiative. As it states: We all have a role to play in creating a healthy setting for sport. SafeSport helps raise awareness about misconduct in sport, promotes open dialogue, and provides training and resources. When we work as a team, we can build a game plan to make sport safe―for everyone. CVA is committed to the health, safety, and well-being of each of our athletes.

Updated training is available through the SafeSport website. Courses range from 15 - 30 minutes. We encourage all families to utilize the free educational training.

CVA COMMUNITY DRIVERS NEEDED

We currently have a need for a couple of folks who would be willing to drive boarding students to and from appointments in Kingfield or Farmington. If you are local, have some free time, and are looking for ways to connect with some wonderful Big Dogs, please contact Tristy at twolfe@gocva.com. Thank you!

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