Our story
A community center, built by the community.
Since 1978, FVCS has woven together the people, places, and programs that make life in the Four Valleys feel like home.
Four Valleys Community School was founded by parents and teachers who noticed something simple: our region had no YMCA, no rec center, no shared roof for the things every community needs.
So they made one. From an after-school program in a borrowed gym to a year-round nonprofit serving thousands, FVCS has stayed true to a single idea — that learning, recreation, and culture belong to everyone, regardless of age or ability to pay.
Today we run programs in partnership with the school district, local businesses, and the dozens of volunteer instructors who teach the things they love. We are small, scrappy, and proudly local.
- Years serving the Four Valleys
- 47
- Annual program participants
- 6,800+
- Volunteer hours every year
- 700+
- Scholarships awarded in 2024
- $42k
Board of Directors
Our volunteer leadership represents the greater Girdwood community with the depth of local knowledge and the skills needed to oversee Four Valleys Community School. As an entity, the board has all the legal duties of a nonprofit board and is responsible for setting policies, overseeing staff, developing program and awarding scholarships.
We are currently looking for enthusiastic members of the community to serve on our dynamic board! Please email board@fourvalleys.org if interested.
Carmen Romerdahl
Chair
Melissa Randich
Vice Chair
Kerry Quade
Secretary
Betsy Preis
Treasurer
Jeanne Hanson
Member
Meghan Nedwick
Member
Employment Opportunities
Four Valleys Community School relies on dedicated instructors, seasonal camp leaders, and program coordinators to keep our community thriving. We are frequently looking for passionate individuals to lead classes or join our summer team.
Want to teach a class?
We are always accepting proposals for new classes, workshops, and youth programs. Got a skill to share?
Email Executive DirectorFour Valleys Community School, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer and provider, prohibiting discrimination in all programs, services, and employment based on race, color, sex, national origin, religion, age, disability, and genetic information.