Peggy joined the SRV community in 2001 when her youngest of 3 children, Robbie, first attended SRV’s summer camp, and then continued his SRV education from K-6 th , graduating in 2009. Peggy is a retired attorney, having spent half her career as a private practice commercial litigator, and later as Senior Counsel for what is now AstraZeneca, a biopharmaceutical business. Peggy has lived in Wallingford since 1988, where her home is ruled by her two cats (at least that’s what they think!). She volunteers extensively at her church, including leading its Justice & Peace Ministry. Peggy joined the SRV board in 2021, returning in January 2024 from an extended medical leave. She is a member of the board’s Diversity, Equity & Inclusion Committee.

Curt lives locally in Upper Providence Township on a quiet walkable wooded street. Curt started a landscape business after college and is now self employed in property management with two nearby private estates. He has brought his interest in design, creative problem solving and a strident advocacy for The School in Rose Valley to his work on the Board. Curt’s involvement with SRV began over 30 years ago as a staff spouse; later as a parent of two boys (24 and 26) who attended from pre-k through their 6th grade years; and as an alumni parent for over a decade. For the last 6 years Curt has served as a Trustee on the Campus Committee, which is responsible for maintaining and foreseeing the needs for the physical space of the school.

Barb lives in Wallingford with her husband James Peterson and two of their three children, Eric and Dana, who attended SRV between 2007-2016. The household also includes a dog and 3 cats. Barb is a volunteer in several organizations and keeps busy maintaining her gardens, yard, and home. Barb joined the SRV board in 2018 and chairs the Committee on Trustees.

Carrie is an alum of SRV, a current parent, and a member of the school’s admin team. Carrie has a degree in Women’s Studies from Bates College, an M.S.Ed. from the University of Pennsylvania, and a Certificate in Nonprofit Executive Leadership from Bryn Mawr College of Social Work and Social Research. Prior to joining SRV, Carrie served as the Executive Director of a non-profit serving children and families, on the Board of the Fair Housing Council of Suburban Philadelphia, and the advisory board of The Center Foundation. Carrie lives near SRV with her spouse, their two SRV kids, and lots of animals, just a short distance from school. Carrie joined the SRV board in 2017.

Haley is a registered yoga teacher and grief support practitioner currently working to become a grief counselor. Previously, she spent 15 years in corporate marketing supporting Fortune 500 clients including Comcast. Haley and JJ Purdy joined the SRV community in 2016 when their oldest daughter, Olivia was in preschool. They now have three children at SRV – Olivia in Oldest Group, Emerson in Primary Circle and Leo in Youngest Group. The Purdys live in Rose Valley.

Brian is a current parent at SRV and has been a member of the community since 2018, when his firstborn entered the school. He is in his fourth year of board service for the school. In that time, he has worked on the Campus Committee, Head Support and Evaluation Committee, Strategic Planning Committee, and the Committee on Trustees. A former teacher and school district administrator, Brian has a Masters in Teaching, and Doctorate in Education Leadership. He is currently a full time stay-at-home dad, and part time consultant to school districts, universities, foundations, and other education-focused organizations. Brian lives just down the street from campus with his wife, three children, and their dog.

Kimberli joined the SRV community in 2005, when her son Kai entered the 3-Day Preschool. Kai attended SRV from 2005-2011. A veteran teacher of 28 years, Kimberli currently teaches Kindergarten at Germantown Friends School. An Ohio girl at heart and a proud baseball mom, she roots for the Buckeyes AND the Phillies. Kimberli has been a passionate advocate for The School in Rose Valley since her first visit and joined the board in 2022. She and her family,which includes a people-loving dog and a nonchalant cat, live in Mt. Airy.

Dani is an interior designer at Tartan & Toile, a boutique residential design firm in Swarthmore.  Previously, she spent 10 years working in fundraising, community engagement, and event planning for non-profit organizations in the arts, culture, and higher education.  Dani is a current SRV parent to Avett (Oldest Group) and Griffin (Primary Circle), has been an active member of the SRV community since 2016, and has been a Trustee since 2018.  She and her husband, Derek, an SRV alum, live in Media.