Tri-Valley Opportunity Council, Inc

Congratulations, Dr. Clubb! Thank you for everything you do for the children and families you serve! Dr. Katie Clubb Honored with National Plate of Bounty Award for Service to Migrant Families. Read more at: https://lnkd.in/gMXaTJz6

The mud will wash off, but the memories will last a lifetime. These Tri Valley Crookston Head Start toddlers are making joyful memories that will last. #toddlers #outsideplay #springtime #trivalley #memories

Conference learning by day, Lumberjack Showdown by night! Big props to our two Tri-Valley teams who jumped into the Lumberjack Showdown at the annual MinnCAP conference in Bemidji, MN! Not only did they step way outside their comfort zones, but they did it for a great cause—supporting a high-energy fundraiser that gives back to the Community Action network. Moments like this remind us why we love what we do: working with teammates who aren’t afraid to try something new, dive in headfirst, and cheer each other on—while showing up and representing our agency like pros.

Congratulations to Our 25-Year Milestone Recipients! We are proud to celebrate five incredible Tri Valley team members who were honored at the 2026 Minnesota Community Action Partnership Annual Conference in Bemidji for reaching an outstanding milestone—25 years of service! Pictured left to right: Missy Janssen, Tara Morrison, Micaela Gatica, CEO Melody Hedden, Patricia Fernandez, and Diane Rodriguez. 25-year recipients not pictured: Lorie Palusky, Michele Goddard, and Nikki Aaker. Your dedication, leadership, and unwavering commitment have made a lasting impact on our agency and the communities we serve. Thank you for the countless ways you’ve shown up over the years and helped change lives. Tri Valley is stronger because of you. Please join us in congratulating our 25-year recipients!

Held at The Sanford Center in Bemidji, MN, this year’s MinnCAP training conference—Finding Our True North: Charting the Course—brought community action professionals together to connect, learn, and recharge. Over three days, attendees took part in inspiring keynotes, hands on workshops, and meaningful networking focused on leadership, board governance, wellness, and organizational compliance. Events like this highlight the power of collaboration and the shared commitment of Community Action Agencies to help people, strengthen families, and build thriving communities across Minnesota.

The Celebrate the Young Child Collaborative hosted its annual Family Festival at Washington School on Tuesday, April 21 featuring a special appearance by Pete the Cat. Designed for families with children from birth to age 8, the event drew nearly 200 attendees. This long-standing tradition continues to be a valuable opportunity for families to connect and explore the many resources available within the community. Tri-Valley was honored to participate in the festivities. Representing the organization were Cindy Scott (Family Resource Coordinator), Alexandria Marichalar (Transportation Route Coordinator), Carrie Volker (Preschool Collaborative Teacher), Kelli Elston (RFA), Cynthia Nickelson (Curriculum Coordinator), Tina Davis (Infant Teacher), Michelle Mahowald (Center Manager), Trista Cardinal (Child Care Navigator), and Ann Holub (Quality Coach and Parent Aware Coordinator). The team was also joined by Polk County Licensor Barbara Durden.

Candid moments with the Tri-Valley Crookston Head Start Infants and Toddlers From curious little explorers to joyful giggles and quiet snuggles, these everyday moments capture the heart of what we do. Watching our youngest learners grow, discover, and connect is truly something special.