CARRABASSETT VALLEY — Carrabassett Valley Academy will host two learning sessions addressing winter sports academy academics and the college preparatory and admissions process. Sessions will start at 2 p.m. Wednesday, Feb. 17, and be held at CVA’s King Cummings Campus.

Session 1, 2-3 p.m., Exploring Successful Sports Academy Learning: Attendees will observe classes, talk with academy teachers and lead administrators, and see students and teachers in action. The goal is to give parents and students the opportunity to have their questions answered and feel confident in understanding a sports academy education.

Refreshments will be available from 3 to 3:15 p.m.

Session 2, 3:15-4:15 p.m.: The College Admissions Process: Dartmouth alumni interviewer Dr. Arthur Pierce will share insights on how best to prepare for an interview and Sam Pelletier, assistant director of admissions at Colby, will share tips on how to make an application stand out. CVA alumni will also be in attendance to share how the rigor of the sports academy lifestyle translates into success in college and life. Each panelist will share their insight, with time for a Q&A at the end of the session.

FMI: Dawn Smith, 207-237-4466; email: [email protected].