HEADLINE STORY
Monday, May 24, 2004

Mrs Suzanne Holcombe

After a quarter of a century of service at Shannon Forest Christian School (SFCS), our family will be saying farewell to Mrs. Suzanne Holcombe. It will be as difficult to say good-bye as it is to imagine how much the school has changed since she began teaching at SFCS in 1976! Although she has seen many changes over the years, Holcombe believes the mission of the school has remained the same. The Math Program at our school has been continually blessed through growth and excellence under the caring and watchful eye of this dedicated teacher. “Shannon Forest will not replace Suzanne Holcombe, we will only be able to set a new direction for the math position she has occupied so commendably for so many years,” said Upper School Administrator Brenda Hillman. “Suzanne’s contributions to the classroom have been professional, consistent and dependable, but the passion she has had for Shannon Forest Christian School students and families is what will be remembered for many years to come.” Holcombe plans to enjoy being a “ stay-at-home” wife with her husband of 31 years, Steve. Her future plans also include finetuning her love of cooking, spending extra time with her parents and finally starting to pursue a dream she’s had since Middle School – learning to play the organ!

Fond Memories...

She is a wonderful person, and I have learned a lot from her.
- Jim Palmer

She’s a great teacher, and we have learned a lot from her, and we are going to miss her next year.
- Adam Groblewski

It won’t be the same without her next year.
- Tommy Schwendler

Mrs. Holcombe is a very nice lady. She also has wonderful faith in God. You can tell that she loves teaching by the way she teaches, and the fact that she would do anything to help you learn the material. She always has a smile on her face, and I will miss her very much.
- LeeAnn Funk

Mrs. Holcombe was a great teacher, she is always encouraging and tells you to always strive to be the best you can be.
- Holly Miller

Mrs. Holcombe was more than just a teacher, she was an inspiration for me (starting the 8th grade) to be organized and determined in order to succeed.
- Holly Seppala

She is an awesome, really kind person who always cares about her students. She didn’t only help me with Math she helped me with life. Middle School would’ve been so different without her.
- David Jacobs

Mrs. Holcombe is an outstanding teacher, she is always willing to offer encouraging words and help with anything.
- Brooke Murphy

She is an excellent math teacher and I’m going to miss her a lot next year. She made a huge impact on my life.
- Alex Lown

She was not only one of the best teachers but was also a great friend to all her students.
- Katherine Carter

She’s a great teacher and has a great personality and is always cheerful.
- Earl Delapp

I’m going to miss Mrs. Holcombe very dearly and she was an excellent teacher. - Rachel Blakely

Mrs. Holcombe is a blessing and gift from God. I truly cherish and love her. She’s the sweetest person I know and I’ll miss her so much!
- Corbin Smith

She is a very good math teacher and is sweet at the same time.
- Matthew Miller

Mrs. Holcombe was one of the most influential teachers I’ve ever had. I enjoyed being around her warm Christian spirit at school and in our Windy Gap cabin. Our school was extremely blessed to have her.
- Felicia Hartmann

She’s been the best math teacher I’ve ever had. It’s been really easy to learn and understand with her.
- Tommy Greer

Why God Made Teachers

When God created teachers,
He gave us special friends
To help us understand His world
And truly comprehend
The beauty and the wonder
Of everything we see,
And become a better person
With each discovery.

When God created teachers,
He gave us special guides
To show us ways in which to grow
So we can all decide
How to live and how to do
What’s right instead of wrong,
To lead us so that we can lead
And learn how to be strong.

Why God created teachers,
In His wisdom and His grace,
Was to help us learn to make our world
A better, wiser place.
- Author Unknown

Mrs Suzanne Holcombe

Shannon Forest Christian School invites you to celebrate the 25 years of dedicated service Suzanne Holcombe has provided to the students of our school. Please join us in honoring Mrs. Holcombe by attending a retirement reception Tuesday, May 25 at 6:00 p.m. – 7:00 p.m. Lower School Multi-purpose Room

Those wishing to honor Mrs. Holcombe may also join all of the School Board members in contributing to the Suzanne Holcombe Scholarship Fund. Checks may be written to SFCS – attention Suzanne Holcombe Scholarship Fund.

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