46 Years of Literacy and Love: Su Bowling’s Journey at Mt. Healthy After an extraordinary 46-year career with the Mt. Healthy City School District, Su Bowling, the beloved Library Media Specialist, is retiring. Su’s journey began in the 1977-1978 school year, and her impact on students and the community has been profound. Cherished Memories and Lasting Connections When asked about her favorite memory at Mt. Healthy, Su shared a heartwarming reflection: "My favorite memories continue when I see former students when I'm out in the community and they recognize me as 'their' librarian." These encounters, filled with positive energy and nostalgia, are a testament to the meaningful connections Su has fostered over the years. A Lifelong Passion for Education Su’s journey in education began with a childhood dream: "I always wanted to be a teacher and later in college discovered my love of libraries." This passion for connecting books with children and engaging with like-minded adults fueled her long and dedicated career. "Passing on the love of learning and reading" became her mission, one she fulfilled with unwavering enthusiasm. A Grateful Heart for Mt. Healthy Expressing her gratitude, Su said, "Thank you for the years in Mt. Healthy. I know that our students deserve the opportunity to be successful." She praised the supportive community and caring staff, highlighting the strong bonds she has formed within the district. Her appreciation for the Mt. Healthy community is evident in her heartfelt words. Looking Forward: Plans for Retirement Though retiring, Su's passion for libraries remains strong. "I would like to continue to work in libraries, perhaps the public library or another part-time job as a school library media specialist," she shared. She humorously added that working in a bookstore might be challenging since she would likely spend her entire paycheck on books to add to her ever-growing "TBR" (to be read) stacks. The Unmeasurable Importance of Reading In her closing thoughts, Su emphasized the immeasurable value of reading: "When you read, you explore worlds you might not ever visit but you truly will discover treasures." She highlighted the transformative power of books in understanding diverse perspectives and answering life's questions. Su also reflected on her personal journey, being the first in her family to attend college, and the unwavering support from her husband and children—all avid readers themselves. A Lasting Legacy As Su Bowling transitions to retirement, her legacy as a passionate educator and librarian will continue to inspire. Her final words resonate deeply: "I encourage you to read what you want, when you want and take that knowledge forward in your life. I will always be a Mt. Healthy Owl!" The Mt. Healthy community is grateful for her decades of dedication and wishes her all the best in her future endeavors.

46 Years of Literacy and Love: Su Bowling’s Journey at Mt. Healthy

Mt. Healthy Public Relations

May 23, 2024

46 Years of Literacy and Love: Su Bowling’s Journey at Mt. Healthy

After an extraordinary 46-year career with the Mt. Healthy City School District, Su Bowling, the beloved Library Media Specialist, is retiring. Su’s journey began in the 1977-1978 school year, and her impact on students and the community has been profound.

Cherished Memories and Lasting Connections

When asked about her favorite memory at Mt. Healthy, Su shared a heartwarming reflection: "My favorite memories continue when I see former students when I'm out in the community and they recognize me as 'their' librarian." These encounters, filled with positive energy and nostalgia, are a testament to the meaningful connections Su has fostered over the years.

A Lifelong Passion for Education

Su’s journey in education began with a childhood dream: "I always wanted to be a teacher and later in college discovered my love of libraries." This passion for connecting books with children and engaging with like-minded adults fueled her long and dedicated career. "Passing on the love of learning and reading" became her mission, one she fulfilled with unwavering enthusiasm.

A Grateful Heart for Mt. Healthy

Expressing her gratitude, Su said, "Thank you for the years in Mt. Healthy. I know that our students deserve the opportunity to be successful." She praised the supportive community and caring staff, highlighting the strong bonds she has formed within the district. Her appreciation for the Mt. Healthy community is evident in her heartfelt words.

Looking Forward: Plans for Retirement

Though retiring, Su's passion for libraries remains strong. "I would like to continue to work in libraries, perhaps the public library or another part-time job as a school library media specialist," she shared. She humorously added that working in a bookstore might be challenging since she would likely spend her entire paycheck on books to add to her ever-growing "TBR" (to be read) stacks.

The Unmeasurable Importance of Reading

In her closing thoughts, Su emphasized the immeasurable value of reading: "When you read, you explore worlds you might not ever visit but you truly will discover treasures." She highlighted the transformative power of books in understanding diverse perspectives and answering life's questions. Su also reflected on her personal journey, being the first in her family to attend college, and the unwavering support from her husband and children—all avid readers themselves.

A Lasting Legacy

As Su Bowling transitions to retirement, her legacy as a passionate educator and librarian will continue to inspire. Her final words resonate deeply: "I encourage you to read what you want, when you want and take that knowledge forward in your life. I will always be a Mt. Healthy Owl!" The Mt. Healthy community is grateful for her decades of dedication and wishes her all the best in her future endeavors.