Mrs. Koehlinger’s Retirement

After 41 years of teaching in Lutheran schools, I am retiring with a heart full of joy and gratitude. I have had the privilege of teaching incredible students and working alongside some wonderful teachers, who have become my extended family. As a young graduate from Concordia Seward, I never imagined that I would love everyday of my career as much as I have. I have taught Preschool, Kindergarten, First, Second grade, and art over the years, but my heart will always be in Kindergarten. I love the excitement and love of learning my students bring to the classroom each and every day! I will truly miss their joy!

Thank you Holy Cross for being such a blessing! Thank you for the chance to grow here each and every day for the last 29 years. I am grateful for the friendships, memories and opportunities I have experienced here.

In retirement, I am looking forward to spending time with my children, spoiling my 7 grandchildren, and doing some traveling with my husband, Mark.

~ Mrs. Michelle Koehlinger

Please join us for Michelle’s retirement recognition on Sunday, June 7 at 9:00 am worship service. A reception will follow after the service.

As is our practice at Holy Cross for full-time workers upon their retirement, a love offering will be collected for Michelle as a token of our love and appreciation. Whatever you would like to give toward this love gift to Michelle will go directly to her and will not be tax deductible. Please make checks payable to Michelle Koehlinger. Envelopes are available in the Welcome Center.