Amy Janz empowers students through English and theatre

Amy Janz, a 52-year-old English teacher at Grass Lake High School, has dedicated 13 years to helping students improve their lives through literature and communication. She also co-directs the theatre arts program and coaches the speech team. Janz's teaching journey began after a supportive fourth-grade teacher inspired her. She emphasizes the importance of communication skills and adapts her teaching methods to engage students in a technology-driven environment. Her most rewarding moments come from coaching students in speech competitions, especially when they achieve personal bests. Janz finds joy in connecting with students, particularly through directing theatre productions.