TRSU Grassroots Scholarship

A scholarship opportunity for TRSU elementary school students to join snow sports programs at Okemo Mountain, expanded through partnership with Okemo Mountain Resort and Vail's Epic Promise.

Geographic Scope: TRSU (Two Rivers Supervisory Union) elementary school students

Eligibility: Two scholarship tracks:

Competition Center Weekend Program

• 5 scholarships available
• Applicants must be at least 7 years old by December 15th
• Must be able to ski or ride at upper intermediate level or higher
• Disciplines: alpine ski racing, snowboarding, freeski (slopestyle, halfpipe, skiercross)

Supernova Slider Club

• 3 scholarships available
• Skiing: Applicants must be 3-6 years old as of December 15th
• Snowboarding: Applicants must be 5-6 years old by December 15th
• No ability requirements

Award Includes:

• Program fees for the program matching recipient's age, ability, and discipline (provided by Okemo Mountain Resort)
• Epic Local Pass provided by Okemo Mountain Resort (for recipients who don't already receive one as employee dependent)
• Up to $500 in equipment assistance funding (provided by Okemo Mountain School with support from Open Door Vacation Rentals)

Contact:

• Mariel Meringolo, Head of School
• Email: mmeringolo@okemomountainschool.org
• Phone: 802-228-1513
• Address: Okemo Mountain School, 53 Main Street, Ludlow, VT 05149

How to Apply

1. Complete application: Fill out paper application (link provided on website)
2. Submit application by deadline: Wednesday, November 12th
3. Submission methods:
   • In person at OMS (53 Main Street, ring front door bell)
   • By mail: Okemo Mountain School; Attn: Grassroots Scholarship; 53 Main Street; Ludlow, VT 05149
   • By fax: 802-228-1511
   • By email: mmeringolo@okemomountainschool.org
   • Online application available

Timeline:

• Application deadline: Wednesday, November 12th
• Recipients notified: November 17th

Contact for Questions:
Mariel Meringolo
Email: mmeringolo@okemomountainschool.org
Phone: 802-228-1513