Dear Students, Parents, Colleagues, and World Language Department Family and Friends, As I retire after 18 wonderful years of teaching French and 10 fulfilling years as the World Language Department Chair at Johns Creek High School, I am filled with profound gratitude and heartfelt reflection. To my amazing and respectful students, thank you for bringing joy, curiosity, and enthusiasm into my classroom every day. Your dedication to learning has been a constant source of inspiration, and I am immensely proud of each and every one of you. Watching you grow, succeed, and embrace the beauty of the French language has been one of the most rewarding experiences of my life. To the supportive parents, your trust and encouragement have been invaluable. Thank you for believing in me and for your unwavering support. Your partnership has played a crucial role in creating a nurturing and effective learning environment for our students. To my colleagues, thank you for the company, collaboration, and shared dedication to education. Working alongside such talented and committed professionals has enriched my journey immensely. Your support and friendship have been a pillar of strength throughout my career. To my world language department family and friends, your passion for language education and dedication to our students have been truly inspiring. Together, we have built a program that celebrates linguistic and cultural diversity, and I am confident that the department will continue to thrive and inspire future generations. As I embark on this next chapter of my life, I look forward to enjoying my 38 years of marriage to my wonderful husband Steve, being a devoted mother to Amanda, Diana, and Michael, being the best Mother-in-law possible to My son-in-law, Ben, and my daughter- in -law, Rachael, supportive sister to my siblings and extended family, and, most of all, cherishing my role as a grandmother to my beloved grandson Miles. Thank you all for being an integral part of my journey. I carry with me cherished memories and a heart full of gratitude. While I am excited for the adventures ahead, I will always hold the relationships and experiences formed at Northview High School and Johns Creek High School close to my heart. With heartfelt thanks and warmest wishes, Roya Schweinbeck
Félicitations Madame! Pour moi, tu seras toujours la meilleure professeur! C’est grâce à toi que tellement des étudiants comme moi peuvent parler cette belle langue! Mais c’est pas juste la langue que tu nous as appris- c’est les cultures et histoires des tous les pays francophones… et surtout c’est les chose et leçons importantes de la vie. Moi- j’ai beaucoup de la chance parce que j’avais l’opportunité d’être ton étuidante pour 4 ans! Tu es la professeur avec qui j’ai passé le plus du temps- et je suis vraiment très très très reconnaissante pour ça. J’espère te rejoindre peut être pour une nouvelle aventure un jour. Merci pour tout Madame ❤️
Toutes mes félicitations Roya! Profite de cette liberté bien méritée!!! Bises
Felicitations Madame! Vous serez toujours la meilleure prof de ma vie. Vous m’avez appris le français, le monde, la grâce, la joie, et l’amour de la vie. Je pense au temps que nous avons passé en classe. Vous étiez la prof avec qui je me sentais en sécurité et avec qui je me sentais compris. Vous aussi vraiment m’avez aidé en apprendre beaucoup sur mon identité de femme persane. Je te souhaite une bonne retraite ❤️ 😍🥰
Congratulations Roya!
Congratulations Roya!! What an amazing career you’ve had, I’m in awe. I miss you terribly but I look forward to the stories you’re about to accumulate because of all the amazing things you’ll do in retirement.
You continue to amaze me with all that you do. I know this is a bittersweet moment for you, but I am so happy that you and I will be able to start enjoying our golden years together. I love you
Congrats!
Congrats Roya!!
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1moSusie, how could I forget you and Jonathan! We had such a great time and you were a joy to have in class. I am so pleased to see you have pursued your passion for the French language and culture. 😘