FBCS principal to retire after 21 years at school

By Reader Staff

After 21 years at Forrest M Bird Charter School, Principal Jennifer Greve has announced her retirement at the end of this school year.

“I have worked with youth for 30 years. It has been a great career and I love FBCS,” she said. “But it is time for me to try something new.”

Greve has been on the school’s staff from the first day it opened as Sandpoint Charter School in 2001. Originally the school secretary, she became a teacher and then a school administrator. Coworkers consider Greve to be instrumental in FBCS’s success.

Teacher Sarah Evans explained, “Jennifer has been one of the most caring principals I have ever worked for. She works hard to make all teachers and students feel seen as the individuals that they are.”

Special Education Director Kenda Rus- sell became involved with the school as a parent. “Jennifer’s enthusiasm made me want to become a teacher. She will be sorely missed but we are happy for her in her retirement.”

Greve has mixed emotions about retirement but believes that it’s time to step aside for a new generation of educators. “The teachers at FBCS are an amazing team. They are ready to take on the leadership roles that will ensure the school’s success for the next 20 years.”

When asked about her immediate plans, Greve didn’t hesitate.

“I am looking forward to spending more time with my husband and being available for our college-bound daughter,” she said, adding, “I am going to explore my other interests in conflict resolution and leadership development and see where they take me.”