The Collaborative for Early Learning supports the development and expansion of early care and learning opportunities for families and children of Teton Valley that prepares children for a successful start in school and life. 

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TVCEL Board of Directors:

The Collaborative obtained non profit status in the Spring of 2024, and is recognized as a 501c3. Our dedicated Board of Directors oversees the work in our strategic plan to support providers, families and community engagement opportunities in Teton Valley.

  • Nan Pugh // Board Chair // Spark Foundation

  • August Christensen // Board Vice Chair // City of Driggs

  • Alex Gambal // Board Treasurer // Author, donator of Gambal House

  • Sarah Post-Holmberg // Board Secretary // Wildline Architecture

  • Michael Whitfield // Board Member // Teton County

  • Bevin Taylor // Board Member // nonprofit and marketing professional

  • Amy Epp // Board Member // Aware and Mindful Youth

    Board emeritus:

  • Dargie Bowersock // Attorney // Terrain Legal

Staff:

  • Kristi Meston // Executive Director

TVCEL Advisory Committee:

TVCEL has a larger Advisory Committee consisting of community leaders representing various local organizations, including:

Martin Balben // ID Association for the Education of Young Children

August Christensen // City of Driggs

Kristi Meston // Collaborative for Early Learning

Nan Pugh // The Spark Foundation

Bonnie Self // Community Foundation of Teton Valley

Hannah Mook // Above and Beyond the Classroom in Teton Valley

Jen Werlin // University of Idaho Extension, Teton County

Michael Whitfield // Teton County

Sarah Lott // Teton School District #401

Suzanne Rees // Community Foundation of Teton Valley

Andy Epperson // Teton Regional Economic Coalition

Contact Us

A better future is possible. Contact us to learn more about our mission and work, or to become involved yourself.

collaborative@tetoneducation.org

PO Box 803. Driggs, Idaho