TABLE OF CONTENTS: Ski Program Guidelines Stevens Pass Lesson, Clinic, and Pass program Frequently Asked Questions

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1 DUE DATE: DECEMBER 11, 2015 (no late registrations will be accepted) Required to participate (must complete all 3): Complete: 1. Register for bus transportation and program registration (link is also in the all- school or found online at Inside University Prep) 2. Purchase lift passes online through Stevens Pass Stevens will mail the pass to you. (U Prep does not provide lift passes) 3. Turn in your check for bus transportation into University Prep Business Office Purchasing your pass, lessons, and rentals: All passes, lessons and rentals are available for purchase on the Stevens website. The link below will allow you to access University Prep discounted rates. These special rates are only for University Prep families. Most people choose the PNW Advantage pass because it is free to receive the pass, and our discounted rates apply each time it is used on the mountain. The Everyday Season Pass is a great priced option that is a full season pass for students that enroll in lessons. Help with the Stevens Pass purchases contact: Stevens Pass support - support@stevenspass.com or Bus transportation, chaperone requests, or attendance contact: Laura Zaugg - lzaugg@universityprep.org Financial aid contact: Michele Hayes mhayes@universityprep.org or TABLE OF CONTENTS: Ski Program Guidelines Stevens Pass Lesson, Clinic, and Pass program Frequently Asked Questions page 2 page 7 page 11

2 UNIVERSITY PREP 2016 SKI PROGRAM OVERVIEW DATES AND TIMES We have five Friday ski bus trips: January 22, 29 February 5, 19, 26 We board the buses immediately after school and aim to leave by 3:10 pm. We arrive at Stevens about 2.5 hours after departure, depending on traffic. Lessons or clinics begin at 6:00 pm and end at 8:00 pm. Students are to meet their instructor in front of the Stevens Pass Ski School building. At Stevens Pass, buses will re- open at 9:30 pm, all students must be on board by 9:45 pm. We arrive at the Eastside drop off site between 11:20 and 11:30 pm. We will return to University Prep between 11:45 pm and midnight. REGISTRATION The deadline for registration is Friday, December 11 th. You will register for this program TWO ways: 1. Registering for the bus AND signing the liability waiver/participation agreement (online: 2. Registering for a ticket/pass through Stevens Pass website: EXPECTATIONS Participation in this program is a privilege and not a right or guarantee. Safety is paramount. Remember you are representing University Prep at all times. It is your responsibility to know and obey all mountain rules, signs, and personnel. Stay in- bounds, ski/board within your ability, with a buddy, where it is lit. Students are expected to follow the University Prep behavior guidelines at all times. CANCELLATIONS There will be no refunds for bus cancellations. In the event the ski bus is cancelled due to ski area closure or other unforeseen events (school closure, highway/road conditions, etc.) this fee is not refundable. FRIDAY OUTLINE GEAR STORAGE AT SCHOOL Make sure all gear is clearly labeled with your name. Each Friday morning, bring your gear to the fence down the stairs behind the Puma statue, outside the classroom building. Lean the skis and snowboards up in the ski racks provided. The ski bags and boots must be stored in either your locker or on the

3 UNIVERSITY PREP 2016 SKI PROGRAM landing between the math and English floors. You cannot leave your bags in the hallway. Renters - when you get your gear, be certain to write down the serial number of your skis in the event they are left or picked up by someone else. DURING SCHOOL Change into your long underwear during lunch. You will not have time to change between 2:50 and 3:00 pm. You cannot change into your long underwear on the bus. Dress code rules apply at all times. STUDENT CARS IN THE PARKING LOT All ski bus participants cars must be moved to the Dahl Field parking before students and chaperones board their buses. The Temple needs both the campus lots and available spaces along 25 th Ave NE for Friday evening services. 2:50 PM LOADING THE BUS Put your backpack in your locker. DO NOT LEAVE ANYTHING IN THE PUMADOME, HALLWAYS, OR COMMONS. Take your gear to the bus (lots of gear looks alike make sure you only take YOUR gear). The charter buses will be at the Dahl Field parking lot. Buses will line up #1- #4 in order heading north. All skis/poles/boards must be stored under the bus. Never lean ski equipment against the bus. You must show your ski pass to the chaperone as you enter the bus. Be prepared for every seat to be full. If a seat says Reserved for Chaperone or Reserved for Senior do not move the sign and do not stack your stuff on that seat. No boots in the overhead compartments. Keep the aisle clear at all times. ON THE BUS Clean up after yourself. Garbage bags will be provided. Bringing snacks and water is recommended. All snacks must be peanut- free. One person to a seat and you must sit in the seat. We recommend you bring fun movies to show on the bus. There are regular DVD players (no Blu Ray). Movies can be G or PG, with staff- approval of PG- 13 movies. No scary movies! Behave appropriately this means no yelling, throwing, inappropriate behavior or language, or public displays of affection.

4 UNIVERSITY PREP 2016 SKI PROGRAM Each ski bus will have at least two chaperones on board. Students must adhere to all chaperone requests. Failure to do so may result in having your lift ticket revoked or suspension from the ski program. Once we are minutes from the mountain (Money Creek Campground/tunnel) we will let you know that you can change into your ski clothes and boots. ON THE MOUNTAIN UNLOADING Lots of gear looks alike. Make sure you ONLY take YOUR gear from the bus, not just gear that LOOKS LIKE yours. If you realize you made a mistake, you need to report to the chaperone table in Granite Peaks Lodge. RENTALS If you signed up for rentals you will get your rental equipment on your first trip to Stevens. Rentals must be picked up at the rental office. A chaperone will meet all renters in the parking lot and escort you to the rental office on that first night. You will need to remember to pick up your shoes and bring home the rented ski boots on your first trip up. LESSONS/CLINICS Lessons begin at 6:00 pm at the Stevens Pass Ski School (directly behind the gear check). Lessons end at 8:00 pm. SAFETY SAFETY FIRST!!!! Skiers/riders are expected to know and follow the rules of conduct posted at Stevens. Remember, absolutely no off- trail skiing, and always ski within control. Never ski or ride alone be with a buddy at all times. If an injury occurs, the buddy should notify a lift operator, who will dispatch the Ski Patrol. A University Prep chaperone will check Ski Patrol every 30 minutes. Students are to ski only on lit patrolled slopes. Under no circumstances should a student wander off into (unlit) unpatrolled wooded areas. Violators of this rule will be removed from the ski program. If you ski out of bounds, you are off the program. Boundaries are defined by Ski Patrol, not the students. TICKET/PASS ISSUES If you have any problems with your pass (including forgetting to bring your pass), go to Guest Relations on the main floor of Granite Peaks Lodge. GEAR CHECK We strongly encourage each participant to check their gear at the Gear Check area when they are not on the slopes. The cost is $3.00 for in and out privileges all night. Gear check is FREE and REQUIRED for all renters to use.

5 UNIVERSITY PREP 2016 SKI PROGRAM LOCKER RENTAL If you have extra gear (besides your skis and poles or board), you can rent a locker in one of the lodges. You will not be able to get back on the bus until 9:30 pm. You cannot store gear at the chaperone table. IF YOU NEED HELP For non- injuries, questions not pertaining to your ticket/pass, or have a pre- arranged pick- up: go to the chaperone table upstairs in Granite Peaks Lodge. PRE- ARRANGED PICK UP Parents must Laura Zaugg PRIOR to 1:30 pm on Friday with the name of the adult picking up your student. Pick up must happen at the chaperone table at Granite Peaks Lodge before 9:15 pm and adults must be prepared to show ID. INJURIES If someone you are skiing with is injured, immediately send a skier down to notify the nearest lift operator. Ski Patrol is located around the backside of Granite Peaks Lodge. If a student is involved in an accident, Ski Patrol will notify his/her parents as soon as the details of the accident are known. Should Ski Patrol decide that transport needs to be by ambulance, parents will be notified and such transport will be at the parent s expense. Major causes for accidents are skiing/boarding too fast, re- injuries (weak ankles, shoulders, and knees) poorly adjusted equipment, fatigue, lack of instruction, or failure to ski in a safe manner. Stay in control! REVOKED PASSES Any student who has their ticket revoked (taken away) during the evening by a Stevens Pass employee or Ski Patrol officer (typically for reckless skiing or foul language), will be either suspended from their next ski trip, or removed from the program. Parents will be notified. LOADING BUSES AT STEVENS PASS Buses are not open during the evening; you cannot get back on the bus until 9:30 pm. A chaperone must be present for students to board the bus. When entering the bus, kick the snow off your boots on the right front tire (NOT the edge of the step). Never place wet or snow covered items in the overhead compartments above the seats. No boots in the overhead compartments. Clean up after yourself. Garbage bags will be provided. EASTSIDE DROP- OFF The Eastside drop off site is located at the South Kirkland Park and Ride (10610 NE 38th Pl, Kirkland, WA 98033) and is an optional drop off site for those living on the Eastside. You need to be present at

6 UNIVERSITY PREP 2016 SKI PROGRAM this site when the buses arrive. If you are late, the bus will take your student back to school. Buses will arrive at approximately 11:20-11:30pm. Directions: Heading West on 520 (toward Seattle): Exit 520 on 108th street. Turn right at the bottom of the off- ramp to head North on 108th street. Proceed through the stoplight at Northup Way. Continue one more block up the hill and the Park and Ride is on your left (NE 38 th Pl). Heading East on 520 (toward Redmond): From Seattle, take the 520 bridge toward Bellevue. Exit 520 at the exit for Bellevue Way toward Lake Washington Boulevard. Turn right onto Bellevue Way NE. Keep straight onto Lake Washington Blvd. Turn right onto NE 38 th Pl. The Park and Ride will be on your left. UNIVERSITY PREP DROP- OFF Parents for student safety, please do not park on 25 th along the Dahl Field parking lot. That is where we will have the buses pull over to unload. We will arrive at approximately 11:45 pm- midnight. The main building and the classroom building will be open for students to pick up their school bags. TIPS GEAR Label all your gear. Label everything. If you are a skier, tie your poles together so they do not get separated or tangled. Tie poles together. LABEL EVERYTHING. Try on all gear BEFORE you hit the slopes. Bring extra gear in case you get wet or cold. WHAT TO PACK Below is a suggested gear list to organize on Thursday nights. Be certain all items are marked with skier's name, especially the tote bag and rental equipment. skis and poles/ snowboard boots ticket/pass jacket gloves helmet warm hat goggles warm layers (sweater, fleece) thermal under layers ski socks plastic bag for wet gear money for food/drinks snacks (peanut free) water bottle little hotties (warm packs) any required medication PRE- SEASON GEAR CHECK Inadequate equipment is unsafe. BINDINGS SHOULD BE ADJUSTED AT A SKI SHOP BEFORE THE SEASON BEGINS. Students' weights change and bindings also become stiff and screws get loose if not maintained. LOST AND FOUND All lost and found will be taken to the University Prep main office at the end of the night.

7 University Prep Ski & Snowboard Program U Prep and Stevens Pass have teamed up to create an affordable, convenient program including discounted passes, lessons, rental gear, and transportation. Program Dates This is a Friday program that includes five weeks of lessons, starting January 22 nd and ending February 19 th Registration is easy! Follow this link to select your options and use our secure payment processing Contact information: Laura Zaugg lzaugg@universityprep.org Best Value Lessons with Season Pass: Our instructors are AASI and PSIA cer2fied and ready to show your students all that the mountain has to offer, while crea2ng a fun and engaging learning environment. When you purchase lessons, you can take advantage of our most discounted season pass pricing. Equipment Rental: Stevens Pass always offers the best rates on rental packages. Equipment will be returned on the last day of your school s program. Addi2onally you have the op2on to pay a fee to keep your equipment for the en2re season Stevens Pass operates. Lesson and Pass Option Lesson 2Hr $ $ D-Team Everyday Season Pass (if purchasing lessons) $ $ Equipment Rental Program Rental (for 5 weeks) $ $ Full Season Rental $ $ Lift Access Only Everyday Season Pass (without Lessons) $ $449.00

8 STEVENS PASS SKI + SNOWBOARD SCHOOL GUIDE TO SEASONAL PROGRAMS: UPREP PROGRAM OVERVIEW: Our five-week program is dedicated to teaching the fundamental skills of skiing or snowboarding while instilling a passion for the mountain environment for all levels of participants. Skiing and riding with the same coach* each week helps participants to gain a level of comfort, familiarity, and consistency; factors that are all key to an enjoyable and successful learning experience. The first day will be dedicated to evaluation and forming groups based on ability level. Students may ski or ride with a friend of the same discipline, and will be placed into the lower group if their abilities differ. *While we strive to keep groups with the same coach each week, if a child is progressing at a drastically different rate than the rest of their group they may be moved into another. There may be some instances of coaches missing work for illness or injury in which case a substitute coach would take over for that day Program Dates: Friday Evenings for 5-weeks. January 22, 29, February 5, 19, 26. Ages: Skiing and snowboarding for participants aged Ability Levels: All levels. Please refer to our ability level chart on the Stevens Pass website. Times and Lessons: Lessons are on snow from 6:00-8:00. Please keep in mind there is a minimum number of participants needed for each level to create a class. If a minimum is not reached, students may choose to participate in the next level down. With smaller classes coaches have the ability to tailor curriculum for each ability level, even with mixed abilities. Please remember all lessons do not include rental equipment, or lift tickets. Meeting Place & Pick-up: Lessons will meet by the group of trees outside of the Tye Creek Lodge (rental shop/deli). Coaches will be available fifteen minutes before and after the on-snow portion of the lesson. Late Arrivals/Absences: To ensure each student is getting the most out of each lesson and to maximize teaching time, groups will leave the meeting area promptly at the lesson start time (6:00pm). If a class is missing students, the rest of the group will take a warm-up lap before returning to the corral to pick up any latecomers. Students who arrive after this point may not be able to re-join their group. Classes missed due to absence cannot be made-up or refunded. If the highway and/or resort closes we will discuss reschedule options with the group coordinator. Check out our additional option on the next page!

9 ADDITIONAL OPTIONS: D-Team: 7-18 year old advanced skiers and snowboarders Advanced (level 6-7) skiers and riders may participate in a special five-week Development Team (D-Team) running the same dates as the UPrep program for an exclusive group rate of $222/student*. This aggressive program provides specialized training in freestyle and freeride, providing support and coaching towards and during optional event participation in select freestyle/freeride competitions in our area. The program coincides with the Western Washington USASA competition circuit which will offer local freestyle events for D-Team aged kids to participate in. The focus is to build on team chemistry and how athletes motivate and challenge each other through gaining a deeper understanding of the mechanics of the sport and realizing their own potential. *Subject to availability and successful ability level evaluation. Participation will take place on all terrain including medium/large terrain parks. Extra travel may be required to participate in competitive events. Event fees to not apply.

10 DEVELOPMENT TEAM D-TEAM U. PREP COACHING... Specialized training in freestyle and freeride for skiers and riders. You will receive expert training and support towards and during optional event participation. CHALLENGE... D-Team is all about taking expert skiing and riding to the next level. Join peers from all over the region to motivate and challenge you to realize your own potential. COMPETITION... The full program coincides with the Western Washington USASA competition circuit which will offer local freestyle events for D-Team aged kids to participate in. $222 Ages Advanced* skiers or snowboarders only 6 sessions from 6:00pm-8:00pm Lift tickets/rental equipment not included *Subject to successful ability level evaluation.

11 Frequently Asked Questions About the University Prep Ski Program Overall Program Questions Q. What are the ski bus dates? A. We go up to Stevens Pass for five Fridays, from 3 pm- midnight: January 22, January 29, February 5, February 19, February 26. Q. Do I have to know how to ski or snowboard in order to join? A. No. Many students join who have never been on skis before. Novice skiers/snowboarders must sign up for lessons, however. Stevens Pass Ski School has well qualified instructors with a student/teacher ratio of about 6:1. Q. Are there financial aid dollars available for this program? A. Yes. The student must be a current University Prep student and their family must already qualify for and receive financial aid. For registration, please see Michele Hayes in the Admissions office: (206) Q. Is the program well chaperoned? A. Yes. Faculty and staff, alumni, parents and community members all serve as chaperones. A chaperone is on- call at all times at the Granite Peaks Lodge should any emergency arise. Q. May I come up for only one or two times if I am unable to sign up for the entire season? A. Yes. However, you must register ahead of time. You must be pre- registered to attend any of the ski dates (registration deadline is December 11, 2015). Q. What if I cannot attend one of the dates for which I registered? A. Unfortunately, there are no refunds for missed ski bus dates. Please Laura Zaugg (lzaugg@universityprep.org) as early as possible if you are going to miss a ski bus date. Questions about Friday evenings: Q. How, when and where do we bring ski gear? A. On Friday mornings, students will be responsible for bringing all of their gear for that evening. We will store skis and snowboards along the fence down the stairs from the Puma statue. Ski bags and boots can be stored in student lockers or on the landing in the classroom building (between the English and math floors). Bags cannot be stored in hallways or in PE locker rooms. Equipment may not be stored for longer periods of time unless we have to suddenly cancel a trip due to poor conditions. Q. When do I change into my ski clothes and boots? A. Change into your thermal under layers prior to boarding the bus. When we reach the tunnel approximately 20 miles before Steven s, you will be given permission to get up and change into your boots and ski clothes. Q. What about my school backpack? A. Leave your backpacks in your lockers before we depart for Steven s. Do not leave anything in the Pumadome! Upon our arrival, the Commons and Classroom buildings will be opened to let everyone get their school bags. Q. What time does the bus leave and return to the school? A. The bus departs at 3:10pm from Dahl field (loading begins immediately after school) and on the return will stop at the South Kirkland Park and Ride at approximately 11:30p. It will arrive back at Dahl field at approximately 11:45p Midnight.

12 Q. Do I need to wear a helmet? A. We do not require students to wear helmets to be in this program. Helmets are generally recognized as essential safety gear for skiers and snowboarders. Q. Can I be picked up at Steven s? A. In general, these situations are pre- arranged by the parents/guardians prior to the trip departure and is approved depending on the situation. Please notify Ms. Zaugg as soon as possible so that your situation can be evaluated. The bottom line is that the school needs to be released of any responsibility and liability. Q. If I didn t sign up for rentals, can I still rent from Steven s? A. If you need to rent gear from Stevens, contact our Group Sales Director: Susan Curtis susan.curtis@stevenspass.com Q. What if I have a question or issue with my pass, rentals, or lessons? A. Contact Stevens Pass directly: Susan Curtis susan.curtis@stevenspass.com Q. May I cancel ski lessons if I decide I don t want them later in the season? A. In general, no, except in the event of an injury that a doctor says will exclude you from participating. Attendance will be taken each lesson. There are one- time clinics available for more advanced skiers and boarders. If you have questions about lessons or clinics, contact Susan Curtis at Stevens: susan.curtis@stevenspass.com Q. Where is the Eastside Pick- up? A. The Eastside drop off site is located at the South Kirkland Park and Ride (10610 NE 38th Pl, Kirkland, WA 98033) and is an optional drop off site for those living on the East side. You need to be present at this site when the buses arrive. If you are late, the bus will take your student back to school. Buses will arrive at approximately 11:30pm. Directions: Heading West on 520 (toward Seattle): Exit 520 on 108th street. Turn right at the bottom of the off- ramp to head North on 108th street. Proceed through the stoplight at Northup Way. Continue one more block up the hill and the Park and Ride is on your left (NE 38 th Pl). Heading East on 520 (toward Redmond): From Seattle, take the 520 bridge toward Bellevue. Exit 520 at the exit for Bellevue Way toward Lake Washington Boulevard. Turn right onto Bellevue Way NE. Keep straight onto Lake Washington Blvd. Turn right onto NE 38 th Pl. The Park and Ride will be on your left. Q. Can I chaperone? A. Of course! Chaperones are provided a free lift ticket in return for their services, which include taking attendance on the bus, keeping the bus ride orderly and clean and taking turns being on- call in the lodge for emergencies. Contact Laura Zaugg (lzaugg@universityprep.org) if you are interested in volunteering and fill out the volunteer background check forms found on the website under the Inside UPrep in the Parents/Families section. Background check forms should be returned to the main office. Do you have questions that weren t answered? Please contact Laura Zaugg: lzaugg@universityprep.org