MANCHESTER - Denise Michael, the veteran West High School secretary suspended alongside her boss last year, retired last Friday, ending a career of 19 1/2 years with the Manchester School District, Superintendent Tom Brennan said.

Brennan said the school district conducted a separate investigation into Michael, which was recently completed. He said he would provide details on the size and cost of the investigation today.

Brennan said Michael worked about a year for the city before taking the job the the school district.

"She made the decision to retire, and I wish her well," Brennan said.

McGorry and Michael were suspended with pay shortly after the school year began, and district consultants launched a lengthy investigation of the two. McGorry announced her resignation in January for unexplained reasons.

McGorry remains on salary until April 30, and her health benefits continue until June 30.

District officials have never explained why they took the actions they did against McGorry and Michael.