Our mission
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"Setting the Course for Success on the Slopes, on the Trails, and in Life"
The Teton Valley Ski Education Foundation (TVSEF) has been the non-profit ski team in Teton Valley since 1978. Our mission is to provide an affordable ski/snowboard program for young athletes to meet their individual potential for excellence through education and opportunity for competition. |
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Our History |
TVSEF was founded in 1978 by local ski racing legends Deb and Dana Mackenzie and Brad (Squeak) and Mark Melehes. They introduced the wonder of ski racing to the youth of our Valley. Their mission still stands today to encourage discipline, respect, physical fitness and healthy competition in the children of Teton Valley. The team has contributed to the development of regionally and nationally ranked athletes and ski professionals including our most recognizable alums on today’s ski scene, Sage Cattabriga-Alosa and 2018 Olympian Jaelin Kauf.
TVSEF currently serves 175 athletes with 30 coaches across four disciplines. We have development and competition team programs in Alpine, Cross Country, Freeride and Snowboard. We are comprised of children, coaches, and parents who together form a skiing & snowboarding community. Athletes are trained, prepared, and supported for the level of competitive advancement that they seek. TVSEF follows the United States Ski and Snowboard Association (USSA) guidelines on athlete development. |
TVSEF Welcomes New Executive Director: Bridget Misch
Teton Valley Ski Education Foundation (TVSEF) recently welcomed Bridget Misch into the Executive Director position, effective July 16.
Misch, a Wisconsin native, comes to the organization with a background in nonprofit management. As a skier herself, she is passionate about the mission of the organization in providing greater access to snowsports for all children in the Teton Valley.
Misch’s background in developing a volunteer program and event management will be an asset to the organization as TVSEF focuses on building organizational capacity through increased communications, enhanced fundraising and coach support.
TVSEF Board Chair, Abbi Sarthou, commented, “We at TVSEF believe Bridget’s organizational skills and experience in nonprofit management will be advantageous in moving the organization forward.”
Misch stated, “I am extremely excited to be in this new role. I am most looking forward to sharing my talents to help move the organization forward and learning more about the world of competitive snowsports.”
Misch recently completed her Masters of Business Administration from Viterbo University. She also holds Bachelor's degrees from DePaul University in Performing Arts Management and Vocal Performance. In her free time, she enjoys exploring the Teton Valley, working on jigsaw puzzles, and singing and playing piano.
Teton Valley Ski Education Foundation (TVSEF) recently welcomed Bridget Misch into the Executive Director position, effective July 16.
Misch, a Wisconsin native, comes to the organization with a background in nonprofit management. As a skier herself, she is passionate about the mission of the organization in providing greater access to snowsports for all children in the Teton Valley.
Misch’s background in developing a volunteer program and event management will be an asset to the organization as TVSEF focuses on building organizational capacity through increased communications, enhanced fundraising and coach support.
TVSEF Board Chair, Abbi Sarthou, commented, “We at TVSEF believe Bridget’s organizational skills and experience in nonprofit management will be advantageous in moving the organization forward.”
Misch stated, “I am extremely excited to be in this new role. I am most looking forward to sharing my talents to help move the organization forward and learning more about the world of competitive snowsports.”
Misch recently completed her Masters of Business Administration from Viterbo University. She also holds Bachelor's degrees from DePaul University in Performing Arts Management and Vocal Performance. In her free time, she enjoys exploring the Teton Valley, working on jigsaw puzzles, and singing and playing piano.