As Reported by CBS2: LPLC Receives a $45K Grant from CapEd Credit Union

Lee Pesky Learning Center (LPLC) announces an important leadership transition. Executive Director Maureen O’Toole will be stepping away from her position to attend to family health matters. The entire LPLC community expresses deep gratitude for Maureen’s leadership, compassion, and unwavering dedication to advancing our mission of helping students, families, and educators overcome learning challenges and reach their full potential.

During her tenure, Maureen guided the Center through a period of growth and adaptation while strengthening relationships with community partners, expanding access to services, and championing programs that ensure all learners have the tools and support they need to succeed. Her empathy, professionalism, and focus on mission-driven impact have left an enduring mark on the organization and those it serves.

Stepping into the role of Executive Director is Dr. Lindy Crawford, who previously led Lee Pesky Learning Center and now returns with optimism and a renewed vision for impact. Dr. Crawford brings deep institutional knowledge, decades of educational leadership experience, and an unwavering commitment to the Center’s mission. Her familiarity with LPLC’s team, community, and the broader educational landscape in Idaho ensures continuity, stability, and momentum during this transition.

“Lee Pesky Learning Center’s professional expertise is second to none and it is my great honor to once again serve alongside an incredibly accomplished and deeply empathetic team,” said Dr. Crawford. “For close to 30 years, LPLC has led educational innovation using an evidence-based approach to teaching and learning. I am excited to play a small part in our continued evolution.”

Board Chair Jim Foudy added, “We are profoundly grateful to Maureen for her care, leadership, and commitment to every learner we serve. We’re equally confident in welcoming Lindy back to guide LPLC into its next chapter. Her deep knowledge of LPLC and her passion for education will be a great asset to the organization during this transition period.”

For nearly three decades, Lee Pesky Learning Center has helped thousands of students, families, and educators overcome obstacles to learning through direct academic and clinical services, professional training, and community partnerships. The organization remains steadfast in its mission to ensure every learner has the opportunity to thrive.

[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]Lee Pesky Learning Center (LPLC) received the first of three disbursements of a $45,000 grant from CapEd Credit Union on Dec. 5. LPLC is a 501c3 education nonprofit headquartered in Boise.

Funding provided by CapEd will support LPLC’s Tier 1 Every Child Ready to Learn (ECRL) programming which ensures early childhood educators have resources to help students make gains in early learning literacy, mathematics and self-regulated learning.

High-quality early learning experiences ensure that children enter school with the foundational skills necessary for success. Lacking such skills places students at risk for long-term academic remediation, referral to special education and increased risk of school dropout.

CapEd’s funding will allow Lee Pesky Learning Center to provide 1,000 kindergarten readiness kits annually to children and families throughout the Treasure Valley for the next three years.

“Lee Pesky Learning Center is honored to receive this grant from CapEd, a champion of early learning,” said LPLC’s Executive Director Dr. Lindy Crawford. “We are committed to improving outcomes for our youngest learners and humbled by the opportunity to do so.”

According to the National Education Association, Idaho ranks last in per-pupil spending. Through CapEd’s partnership, LPLC looks forward to strengthening early childhood education efforts to ensure all individuals are supported on their pathway to learning.

CapEd is committed to supporting quality education, values the power of partnerships, and is proud to support Lee Pesky Learning Center’s contributions to Early Childhood Education.

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