Mrs. Kroeger was born in Pasadena, California and grew up in Arcadia. She moved to South Orange Country (Dana Point/San Clemente) after marrying her high school sweetheart. She enjoyed being a stay at home mom with their two children, Eric and Amy. Gini was a discussion leader for Bible Study Fellowship until the Lord called her to begin her upper level education.  She graduated from California State University, Fullerton with a B.A in Liberal Studies and a California teaching credential. Gini began teaching twenty-four years ago in Christian education. She began teaching at LCS as a third grade educator in 2008. The following year, Gini began teaching fifth grade. This is her third year teaching at this level. Gini came to Oregon four years ago when her husband was hired by the same company that their daughter works for.  She enjoys spending time with her daughter and her family, which includes two sons. Mrs. Kroeger loves returning to California to hang out with her son and his family, which includes four children: two girls and two boys. While in California, she includes time relaxing at the beach. Gini’s passions include camping, traveling, reading, and watching sports.  She and her husband will celebrate their 42^nd wedding anniversary this February. Gini is currently pursuing the dream of horseback riding by taking lessons on a weekly basis.  She hopes to be able to ride the beautiful trails that abound in Oregon. A little known trivia about Gini is that she dedicated her heart to Jesus while attending a Billy Graham Youth Crusade at the Anaheim Stadium when she was a senior in high school.