The Mt. Washington Valley School to Career Partnership is...
A coalition between the Mt. Washington Valley business community and the nine area schools in SAU#9 and #13, as well as MSAD 72, and Fryeburg Academy:
- Josiah Bartlett Elementary School
- Freedom Elementary School
- Kenneth A. Brett School
- A Crosby Kennett Middle School
- Kennett Sr. High School
- Madison Elementary School
- Fryeburg Academy
- Molly Ockett Middle School
The Mt. Washington Valley School to Career Partnership builds and sustains local partnerships that support and reinforce a meaningful and relevant educational program for tomorrow's workforce.
Our priority objectives are to provide and/or support:
- Teacher consultation and training in project based learning, in which students apply their core knowledge into real situations.
- Quality career exploration and work based learning opportunities, such as job shadows, internships, Career Days.
- School or site-based, business mentorship programs.
- Strong business involvement in all aspects of student learning: such as guest speaking, service learning, and real life projects.
- Teacher externship program in which teachers shadow and intern in businesses during the summer School based enterprises.
What the Students say about the MWV School to Career Partnership:
- My internship was the most valuable experience in my education.
- This job shadow experience has made me more enthusiastic about my choice of a future career.
- It is nice to know that people care about us and give their time. It means a lot.
- I never knew there were so many interesting businesses in our community.
- Now I understand why I have to learn math!
Board of Directors
Christine Gillette
Jessica DellaValla
Katy Bedley
Lianne Boelzner
Molly Darak
Staff
Meet Our New Camp Director: Sarah Asbell
We’re excited to welcome Sarah Asbell as the new Director of the MWV School to Career Camps! Sarah brings a dynamic energy and a deep commitment to continuing the strong legacy of hands-on career exploration that these camps have built over the past 22 years.
As a Spanish teacher at Kennett High School for the past four years, Sarah has inspired students with creativity, engagement, and a passion for learning—qualities she now brings to camp leadership. She is dedicated to fostering meaningful connections between campers, counselors, and the broader community while ensuring that every program offers an enriching and fun experience.
With her leadership, MWV School to Career Camps will continue to grow, offering exciting opportunities for young people to explore careers, develop new skills, and build confidence in their futures.
