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.
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 helped guide the establishment of the non profit, as well as our 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
The 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