Physical Education
Amanda Coughlin
810-250-7557 Ext. 231
acoughlin@gaflint.org
My name is Amanda Coughlin and I am the girl’s physical education teacher. I am excited to be starting my seventh-year teaching at Genesee Academy! I have my master’s degree in curriculum and instruction, and bachelor’s degree in physical education. When I’m not teaching, I enjoy reading, going for walks, and spending my time with my family, especially my two sons Logan and Tyler.
Amanda Coughlin
810-250-7557 Ext. 231
acoughlin@gaflint.org
My name is Amanda Coughlin and I am the girl’s physical education teacher. I am excited to be starting my seventh-year teaching at Genesee Academy! I have my master’s degree in curriculum and instruction, and bachelor’s degree in physical education. When I’m not teaching, I enjoy reading, going for walks, and spending my time with my family, especially my two sons Logan and Tyler.
Visual Arts and Technology
Kathryn Blackwood
810-250-7557 Ext. 205
kblackwood@gaflint.org
Kat Blackwood is excited to start teaching at Genesee Academy. She studied art education at Purdue University and is starting out her 11th year teaching. She taught in Nebraska and Texas before moving to Michigan to be close to family two years ago. She loves spending time with her fiancé, his son, her Great Dane, German Shepherd, cat and two ferrets. She enjoys spending time outdoors here in Michigan with her family as well as working in photography. She also likes to spend time in her studio painting.
Kathryn Blackwood
810-250-7557 Ext. 205
kblackwood@gaflint.org
Kat Blackwood is excited to start teaching at Genesee Academy. She studied art education at Purdue University and is starting out her 11th year teaching. She taught in Nebraska and Texas before moving to Michigan to be close to family two years ago. She loves spending time with her fiancé, his son, her Great Dane, German Shepherd, cat and two ferrets. She enjoys spending time outdoors here in Michigan with her family as well as working in photography. She also likes to spend time in her studio painting.
English
Aubrey McClain
810-250-7557 Ext. 250
amcclain@gaflint.org
This is my 18th year as an educator, having served as a teacher, an instructional coach, and as a principal, but the classroom is my love. I came to GA in mid-December of the 2016-2017 school year, and it has been an excellent experience. I hold a Bachelor of Arts in Education and English (2001) and a Master of Arts in Curriculum Development (2002) from Oakland City University as well as a Master of Arts in Educational Technology (2015) from Michigan State University. Outside of school I enjoy playing softball, bowling, and golfing. I live in Flint, Michigan with my husband, Sean, and our five cats, Commando, Crookshanks, Chaucer, Khaleesi, and Katniss
Aubrey McClain
810-250-7557 Ext. 250
amcclain@gaflint.org
This is my 18th year as an educator, having served as a teacher, an instructional coach, and as a principal, but the classroom is my love. I came to GA in mid-December of the 2016-2017 school year, and it has been an excellent experience. I hold a Bachelor of Arts in Education and English (2001) and a Master of Arts in Curriculum Development (2002) from Oakland City University as well as a Master of Arts in Educational Technology (2015) from Michigan State University. Outside of school I enjoy playing softball, bowling, and golfing. I live in Flint, Michigan with my husband, Sean, and our five cats, Commando, Crookshanks, Chaucer, Khaleesi, and Katniss
Science
Sarah Grant
810-250-7557 Ext. 204
sgrant@gaflint.org
This will be my fourth year at Genesee Academy. I have had amazing experiences as teacher at GA. Science has been the most fun to teach because we can do so many things outside of the textbook. I love to inspire my students to experience the great concepts we can get involved with. Outside of school I love to spend time with my family- my husband, my daughter Sadie, and my son Jace. We love to be outside walking or riding bikes. When inside we are usually either watching movies or reading books together.
Sarah Grant
810-250-7557 Ext. 204
sgrant@gaflint.org
This will be my fourth year at Genesee Academy. I have had amazing experiences as teacher at GA. Science has been the most fun to teach because we can do so many things outside of the textbook. I love to inspire my students to experience the great concepts we can get involved with. Outside of school I love to spend time with my family- my husband, my daughter Sadie, and my son Jace. We love to be outside walking or riding bikes. When inside we are usually either watching movies or reading books together.
Social Studies
Josy Goodwin
810-250-7557 Ext. 201
jgoodwin@gaflint.org
Miss Goodwin is excited to be returning to Genesee Academy for the 2018 - 2019 school year. This will be her second year at Genesee Academy. She is a proud Grand Valley State Alumni and has worked in two other schools prior to joining the amazing staff at GA. In her spare time Miss Goodwin enjoys being outdoors, spending time with friends and family, and working at her sewing machine.
Josy Goodwin
810-250-7557 Ext. 201
jgoodwin@gaflint.org
Miss Goodwin is excited to be returning to Genesee Academy for the 2018 - 2019 school year. This will be her second year at Genesee Academy. She is a proud Grand Valley State Alumni and has worked in two other schools prior to joining the amazing staff at GA. In her spare time Miss Goodwin enjoys being outdoors, spending time with friends and family, and working at her sewing machine.
Physical Education & Technology
Aaron Jost
810-250-7557 Ext. 246
ajost@gaflint.org
Aaron Jost is starting his third year with the Genesee Family. Aaron has a Bachelors of Science degree in Physical Education, Wellness, and Leisure from Henderson State University in Arkansas. After graduating in 2013, Aaron and his wife, Caitlin, moved to Michigan for new opportunities. Before coming to Genesee, Aaron worked at Williamston Middle School in Special education. Aaron is currently teaching Elementary, Middle, and High School Physical Education, as well as Middle School Technology, and High School Health. Aaron is excited and motivated for his second year at Genesee Academy.
Aaron Jost
810-250-7557 Ext. 246
ajost@gaflint.org
Aaron Jost is starting his third year with the Genesee Family. Aaron has a Bachelors of Science degree in Physical Education, Wellness, and Leisure from Henderson State University in Arkansas. After graduating in 2013, Aaron and his wife, Caitlin, moved to Michigan for new opportunities. Before coming to Genesee, Aaron worked at Williamston Middle School in Special education. Aaron is currently teaching Elementary, Middle, and High School Physical Education, as well as Middle School Technology, and High School Health. Aaron is excited and motivated for his second year at Genesee Academy.
Mathematics
Bara Aldasouqi
810-250-7557 Ext. 238
baldasouqi@gaflint.org
My name is Bara Aldasouqi, and I feel so privileged to be part of the Middle School team here at Genesee Academy. I have a background in Engineering, having graduated with a bachelor’s in Mechanical Engineering from Michigan State University. I have worked in corporate engineering as well as business. I have worked with youth within my community but have been yearning for the opportunity to work more directly with young people. So, I’m excited to share my presence with Genesee Academy students. While helping them reach their academic goals, I look forward to growing with them spiritually insha Allah. I was a student at Genesee Academy 14 years ago, and so I’m grateful to be back to reconnect with the Flint area family.
Bara Aldasouqi
810-250-7557 Ext. 238
baldasouqi@gaflint.org
My name is Bara Aldasouqi, and I feel so privileged to be part of the Middle School team here at Genesee Academy. I have a background in Engineering, having graduated with a bachelor’s in Mechanical Engineering from Michigan State University. I have worked in corporate engineering as well as business. I have worked with youth within my community but have been yearning for the opportunity to work more directly with young people. So, I’m excited to share my presence with Genesee Academy students. While helping them reach their academic goals, I look forward to growing with them spiritually insha Allah. I was a student at Genesee Academy 14 years ago, and so I’m grateful to be back to reconnect with the Flint area family.