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"I am an individual who treasures learning and growing through challenges. I am a leader and a mentor who knows the power of support and encouragement and will help those in need. Most of all, I hold a promise that will not be broken. Determination will overcome any obstacle that stands in my way and will drive me toward the person I am destined to be."
~ Edgar

Who We Are

Our Founders

  • Dr. Jim Strand
  • Rich Fischer, former Superintendent, MVLA Union High School District
  • Rich Freedland, MVLA High School Foundation

Our Partners

Our Board

Executive Committee

  • Dee Gibson, President
  • Geri Macomber, Webmaster
  • Michelle Reichert, Program Director
  • Frank Robertson, Treasurer
  • Janet Tornow, Secretary
  • Cathy Walz, Mentor Workshops

Advisory Board

  • Roy Lave, Chair
  • Laurel Brock
  • Barry Groves
  • Judy Hannemann
  • Kristin Joseph
  • Jim Strand
  • Susan Sweeley
  • Hinda Weber

Scholar Selection Committee

  • Risa Biggar
  • Kathy Danforth
  • Dee Gibson
  • Janie Nickel
  • Bill Pierce
  • Liz Rome
  • Richard Strock
  • Janet Tornow

Program Council

  • Leslie Cervantes
  • Dee Gibson
  • Barry Groves
  • Judy Hannemann
  • Lalia Helmer
  • Kristin Joseph
  • Roy Lave
  • Steve Levere
  • Alicia Olmos
  • Liz Rome
  • Jim Strand
  • Hinda Weber