08/20/2026
Alumni Spotlight: Kajsa Lindgren (Discovery Learning Center, 1999–2001)
This month we're celebrating Kajsa Lindgren, a Discovery Learning Center alum whose passion for the outdoors and community has come full circle.
Kajsa now owns and operates two Nordic centers in Steamboat Springs, leading a team of 15 employees while overseeing every aspect of the business, from daily operations to trail grooming. Her leadership and dedication have made her an important part of our mountain community.
When asked about her favorite memories from Discovery, Kajsa immediately thought of time spent on the playground and one unforgettable classroom experience. As a child, she had a "mild obsession" with The Sound of Music, and her teachers, Ann Michelle, Laura, Sills, and Katrina, embraced her enthusiasm by helping the class put on a musical performance. It's a memory she treasures to this day.
"I will never forget that as it made me feel so loved and so important in the classroom."
Kajsa also shared that Ann Michelle made a lasting impact on her life through her kindness, thoughtfulness, and grace; qualities that continue to inspire her years later.
Thank you, Kajsa, for sharing your story. We love seeing our Discovery Learning Center alumni grow into community leaders while carrying forward the confidence & senses of belonging they found here! Are you an Alumni? We'd love to share your memory and accomplishments too!
