Heavenly Resort Provides Opportunities for LTUSD Students

Lake Tahoe school district celebrates partnership with ski resort

Published on Feb. 23, 2026

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The Lake Tahoe Unified School District (LTUSD) is recognizing Heavenly Mountain Resort for its outstanding support and opportunities provided to LTUSD students. Through the Epic Promise Foundation and Epic for Everyone Program, Heavenly offers fourth and fifth-grade students the chance to ski or snowboard for three days, as well as other snow sports experiences throughout the school year.

Why it matters

This partnership ensures that every LTUSD student has access to winter sports and outdoor activities, which can be transformative experiences for young people. Heavenly's investment in the local community reflects its commitment to supporting youth development and education.

The details

Each year, all LTUSD fourth and fifth-grade students receive lift tickets, equipment rentals, and professional lessons to ski or snowboard for three full days. Heavenly also provides opportunities for fifth-grade snowshoeing with a US Forest Service ranger, eighth-grade snowshoeing with the South Tahoe Environmental Education Coalition, and fifth-grade activities like gondola rides, tubing, and career exploration. Additionally, Heavenly supports the South Tahoe Middle School Nordic Ski teams.

  • Each year, all LTUSD fourth and fifth-grade students receive the ski/snowboard opportunity.
  • Fifth-grade students participate in snowshoeing and other activities throughout the school year.
  • Eighth-grade students take part in snowshoeing experiences.

The players

Lake Tahoe Unified School District (LTUSD)

The public school district serving the South Lake Tahoe area.

Heavenly Mountain Resort

A ski resort located in South Lake Tahoe, California, and owned by Vail Resorts.

Epic Promise Foundation

The charitable foundation of Vail Resorts that supports local communities and environmental initiatives.

South Tahoe Environmental Education Coalition

A coalition that provides environmental education programs for local students.

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The takeaway

Heavenly Resort's partnership with LTUSD demonstrates the power of community-driven initiatives to provide meaningful educational and recreational opportunities for local students. This collaboration ensures equitable access to winter sports and outdoor experiences, which can have a lasting impact on young people's development and appreciation for their natural environment.