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Since its inception in 1973, Interim has embraced the philosophy that students will thrive when given opportunities to expand their geographical, intellectual, cultural, and social horizons beyond the classroom. Students immerse themselves in experiential journeys that capitalize upon the diverse talents and interests of the F VS faculty. Experiences gained and friendships forged on Interim provide many of the richest memories students carry from Fountain Valley. The Creeden Fund Helps Make Interim Trips More Equitable for Students When John “Jack” E. Creeden P ’03, ’06 retired from his role as FVS headmaster in 2007, the Board of Trustees surprised him with The Creeden Fund as a parting gift. This initial endowment of $350,000 serves in perpetuity toward awarding Interim scholarships to Fountain Valley students. It is a cause near and dear to Dr. Creeden and his wife, Dr. Carole Martin’s P ’03, ’06, hearts. “Carole and I have always been big on experiential education, and we knew that the cost to enroll at Fountain Valley and the cost to participate fully are two different things,” he says. “Not everybody can go on certain Interims. We are grateful for this gift.” A goal of current Head of School Megan Harlan is to build upon the Creeden Fund to fully and equitably endow all Interim trips. Scan the QR code or visit bit.ly/interim-memories-23 to access memories shared with us during Alumni Reunion Weekend in June 2023, featuring contributions from Skye McCurdy ’18, Sean Jenkinson ’82, John-David Slaugh ’13, Daniel Hillbrand ’98, and Alex Frank ’93.
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