JumpStarters!

If you're not familiar with our JumpStart program, here's a short introduction:

It's a short, three-week program in December that MMWA offers for students would like to get an intensive start to the racing season with full-time MMSC training and academic support. It's open to J3 athletes and is a fantastic way for younger students to jump into the Academy family and see if they would like to continue on as a Session 1 or 2 student in the future.

Introducing our 2011 JumpStart students:

Today is the last day for Quinn, Phil, Maggie, Julianne, Elly, and Evelyn (L-R). We sincerely hope you will come back and visit us this year! Sorry the snow hasn't been better for you while here in Stowe but best of luck in the forthcoming season.

The holiday spirit

Our students are back from Vail and classes are charging full steam ahead. We have a couple of more weeks until holiday break and lots of work to do! Thankfully the tree has not been neglected and the decorations around the school are fabulous this year. 

 Here's a shot of Alita (L) and Linley, two of our J2 boarding students, with the tree in our living room. And a reminder to our parents that the last day of classes before winter break is Friday, December 22nd (for both Jumpstart and Session 1).

Our new yurt!

Greetings friends! Introducing our new yurt at MMWA:

Isn't she a beauty? It's from the Colorado Yurt Company and will provide us with five classroom spaces as well as a general assembly spot. It went up last weekend with the help of many super amazing volunteers. Students, staff, parents, and coaches all showed up to pitch in and lend a hand. Thank you. We couldn't have done this without you.

Check out the Facebook photo album for more shots of the yurt raising. Interior pics are forthcoming, as we still need to put in the flooring, heating, and electricity.

Our opening day of classes is just around the corner on November 14th, and it's exciting to be seeing all returning students and staff as well as meeting new students and staff soon. Expect that with school in session, the blog posts will be a bit more frequent and I promise to do my best to keep the photos and news coming.

In the meanwhile, think snow!

-Cassie

Registration for the Stowe Road Rally is open!

Here's the updated event poster:

Download the entry form and mail to MMWA, PO Box 3269 Stowe, VT 05672. Email info@mmwa.org for further information, directions, or general questions.

Time to start training

Get ready folks--you have about two months to start putting some miles on your bikes and hitting the hills in preparation for the Stowe Road Rally on Sunday, September 4th. The Road Rally is an annual fundraiser for MMWA and loads of fun for cycling enthusiasts. We offer three stunning cycling options in the Stowe region of varying mileages, as well as aid stations, van support for Notch riders, and a hearty post-race meal. Oh and a tech shirt too! Check out last year's event pics to see just how much fun can be had:

By the way if you want one of those super awesome MMSC cycling kits, you can buy them at Edgewise.

Save the date: September 4th Stowe Road Rally!

Happy Summer and so much more

Hi friends of MMWA,
The blog is back in action!! I apologize for the absence but summer vacation is in full swing and things have relaxed around the Academy. We have great news to report: the new boiler is IN! We are so happy to have an energy-efficient furnace in the building and recognize the huge improvements it will make in terms of energy conservation and energy bills.
Even though the halls of MMWA are silent and empty, we will continue to post updates and news here so keep checking from time and time and reach out to us if you have any questions.
Best,
Cassie and the MMWA crew