Building Community Through Student Leadership
CVA is more than a school or an academy. It is a community where student-athletes grow as leaders in the classroom, on the mountain, and beyond. Through team responsibilities and student-led initiatives, athletes learn to lead by example, support their peers, and develop skills that serve them throughout life.
Student-athletes have dedicated time each week to connect, collaborate, and turn ideas into projects that make a difference across the CVA community. This year, students are involved in Peer Mentors, Peer Tutors, Student Council, Environmental Club, Public Speaking Club, The Hidden Opponent, and National Honor Society. CVA also encourages students to turn their interests into new opportunities by starting clubs of their own.
Peer Mentors
Strong communities start with students who look out for one another. CVA Peer Mentors take on that responsibility by welcoming new students, offering support, and helping build a positive campus culture. Trained in suicide prevention and Mental Health First Aid, they also serve as a bridge between students and staff. Students in grades 10–12 can apply, with selection based on their commitment to service, leadership, and character.
This fall, Peer Mentors helped welcome families during Registration Days and organized opportunities for students to connect. The group kicked off the year with an afternoon of field games and ice cream sundaes, followed by a mentee lunch to strengthen relationships. Weekly meetings give mentors time to develop their leadership skills and explore new ways to support the CVA community.
Peer Mentors: Rosa Farmer ‘27, Ava Benn ‘27, Siena Arsenault ‘28, Tommy Freemont-Smith ‘27, Ethan Godomsky ‘27, Elliott Masterman ‘29, Penny Riotte ‘29, Fynn Murray ‘28, Quinn Marston ‘29, Cam Manson ‘28, Tatum Folger David ‘27
Peer Mentors
Strong communities start with students who look out for one another. CVA Peer Mentors take on that responsibility by welcoming new students, offering support, and helping build a positive campus culture. Trained in suicide prevention and Mental Health First Aid, they also serve as a bridge between students and staff. Students in grades 10–12 can apply, with selection based on their commitment to service, leadership, and character.
This fall, Peer Mentors helped welcome families during Registration Days and organized opportunities for students to connect. The group kicked off the year with an afternoon of field games and ice cream sundaes, followed by a mentee lunch to strengthen relationships. Weekly meetings give mentors time to develop their leadership skills and explore new ways to support the CVA community.
Peer Mentors: Rosa Farmer ‘27, Ava Benn ‘27, Siena Arsenault ‘28, Tommy Freemont-Smith ‘27, Ethan Godomsky ‘27, Elliott Masterman ‘29, Penny Riotte ‘29, Fynn Murray ‘28, Quinn Marston ‘29, Cam Manson ‘28, Tatum Folger David ‘27
Peer Tutors
Sometimes a different perspective is all it takes to make something click. The CVA Peer Tutor program gives students the opportunity to learn from one another while building a stronger academic support network. Approved by teachers in their areas of strength, tutors help classmates navigate coursework, strengthen study habits, improve organization, and prepare for tests. They can also offer support outside the classroom during free periods, on trips, or in the evenings.
Student coordinators Tatum Folger David and Ethan Godomsky help organize the program by coordinating tutor pairings and tracking service hours. Tutors are recognized through a tier system based on their hours of service each academic year. Students can both give and receive support in different subjects, making peer tutoring a collaborative experience built around shared learning.
Student Coordinators: Tatum Folger David ‘27 & Ethan Godomsky ‘27
Tutors: Annalise Haben-Ribeiro ‘27, Nick Klemperer ‘27, Nick Dame ‘28, Ryan Velenchik ‘27, Fynn Murray ‘28, Quinn Marston ‘29, Claire Thomson ‘29, Ava Benn ‘27, Alessandro Mare ‘27, Curtis Dohan ‘29, Siena Arsenault ‘28, Gavin Weyl ‘30, Wynn Stern ‘28, Kristina Rangelova ‘27, Penny Riotte ‘29, Tommy Folger David ‘27
Sometimes a different perspective is all it takes to make something click. The CVA Peer Tutor program gives students the opportunity to learn from one another while building a stronger academic support network. Approved by teachers in their areas of strength, tutors help classmates navigate coursework, strengthen study habits, improve organization, and prepare for tests. They can also offer support outside the classroom during free periods, on trips, or in the evenings.
Student coordinators Tatum Folger David and Ethan Godomsky help organize the program by coordinating tutor pairings and tracking service hours. Tutors are recognized through a tier system based on their hours of service each academic year. Students can both give and receive support in different subjects, making peer tutoring a collaborative experience built around shared learning.
Student Coordinators: Tatum Folger David ‘27 & Ethan Godomsky ‘27
Tutors: Annalise Haben-Ribeiro ‘27, Nick Klemperer ‘27, Nick Dame ‘28, Ryan Velenchik ‘27, Fynn Murray ‘28, Quinn Marston ‘29, Claire Thomson ‘29, Ava Benn ‘27, Alessandro Mare ‘27, Curtis Dohan ‘29, Siena Arsenault ‘28, Gavin Weyl ‘30, Wynn Stern ‘28, Kristina Rangelova ‘27, Penny Riotte ‘29, Tommy Folger David ‘27
Student Council
The Student Council gives students a voice in shaping campus life, representing their peers while working with school officials to plan and host community events. Representatives are elected through a democratic process, sharing speeches with their classmates before the student body votes. Following this fall’s elections, the newly selected council hit the ground running by planning and hosting the Homecoming Dance.
Throughout the winter, the student council will continue leading CVA's daily School Meeting after lunch and selecting Staff Members of the Month. Representatives will also help bring the community together by decorating the CAP dining room for the holidays and organizing community dinners. In the spring, the student council will shift its focus to spirit weeks and helping with Prom preparations.
President: Max Roy ‘27
Vice President: Tommy Fremont-Smith ‘27
Representatives: Ryan Velenchik ‘27, Grant Schad ‘27, Tatum Folger David ‘27, Siena Arsenault ‘28, Anders Hildebrand ‘28, Wynn Stern ‘28, Quinn Marston ‘29, Elsie Hamilton ‘29, Finn Hildebrand ‘30, Niaya Gaudet ‘30, Eleanor Riotte ‘31
Student leadership is an important part of what makes CVA a connected and welcoming community. Through their involvement, student-athletes create opportunities for others to feel included and find their place on campus.
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