Physical Education
Amanda Coughlin
810-250-7557 Ext. 231
acoughlin@gaflint.org
My name is Amanda Coughlin. This is my fifth year teaching physical education and health at Genesee Academy, and I absolutely love it! I have recently obtained my Master’s Degree in Curriculum and Instruction from Cornerstone University, and have earned my Bachelor’s Degree from Grand Valley State University. In my spare time, I enjoy spending time with my family, reading a good book, and taking my two dogs for a walk.
Amanda Coughlin
810-250-7557 Ext. 231
acoughlin@gaflint.org
My name is Amanda Coughlin. This is my fifth year teaching physical education and health at Genesee Academy, and I absolutely love it! I have recently obtained my Master’s Degree in Curriculum and Instruction from Cornerstone University, and have earned my Bachelor’s Degree from Grand Valley State University. In my spare time, I enjoy spending time with my family, reading a good book, and taking my two dogs for a walk.
MYP Coordinator
Hana Sankari
810-250-7557 Ext. 247
hsankari@gaflint.org
Although this is my first year as being part of the staff at Genesee Academy, I have been involved with the school and community at large in many capacities. I am actively involved with the GA PTO and School Board along with Flint Islamic Center Youth Committee. I spent many years as a teacher and administrator with Dar Al-Arkam (Saturday School). I have a BS in Biochemistry along with a BS in Elementary Education with concentrations in mathematics and language arts.
Visual Arts and Technology
Marie Couretas
810-250-7557 Ext. 205
mcouretas@gaflint.org
Ms. Couretas graduated Kendall College of Art and Design in Grand Rapids, Michigan in 2009 with her BFA and State of Michigan K-12 Visual Arts Certification. She recently completed a Post-Baccalaureate program in Studio Fine Art at SACI (Studio Art Centers International) in Florence, Italy. She specializes in drawing, painting, film photography and woodcut printmaking. She currently lives in East Lansing and teaches K-9 Art and K-4 Technology at Genesee Academy and is showing her artwork locally in Grand Rapids and will also be completing an artist residency in Havana, Cuba this summer.
Marie Couretas
810-250-7557 Ext. 205
mcouretas@gaflint.org
Ms. Couretas graduated Kendall College of Art and Design in Grand Rapids, Michigan in 2009 with her BFA and State of Michigan K-12 Visual Arts Certification. She recently completed a Post-Baccalaureate program in Studio Fine Art at SACI (Studio Art Centers International) in Florence, Italy. She specializes in drawing, painting, film photography and woodcut printmaking. She currently lives in East Lansing and teaches K-9 Art and K-4 Technology at Genesee Academy and is showing her artwork locally in Grand Rapids and will also be completing an artist residency in Havana, Cuba this summer.
English
Aubrey McClain
810-250-7557 Ext. 250
amcclain@gaflint.org
Although this is my first year at Genesee Academy, I am in my 16th year of teaching. I have taught numerous grade levels including some at the college level, but my passion in my teaching is for middle school students. I am excited to help the middle school students of GA become better and more passionate writers, lovers of language and words, and life-long readers. I have a BA in English and Education (2001 and MAT in Curriculum Development (2002) from Oakland City University, and a MA in Educational Technology (2015) from Michigan State University. IN 2013 I became a National Writing Project Teacher Consultant through the Red Cedar Writing Project at Michigan State University. In my free time I enjoy playing softball and golf and devouring as many books as I am able!
Aubrey McClain
810-250-7557 Ext. 250
amcclain@gaflint.org
Although this is my first year at Genesee Academy, I am in my 16th year of teaching. I have taught numerous grade levels including some at the college level, but my passion in my teaching is for middle school students. I am excited to help the middle school students of GA become better and more passionate writers, lovers of language and words, and life-long readers. I have a BA in English and Education (2001 and MAT in Curriculum Development (2002) from Oakland City University, and a MA in Educational Technology (2015) from Michigan State University. IN 2013 I became a National Writing Project Teacher Consultant through the Red Cedar Writing Project at Michigan State University. In my free time I enjoy playing softball and golf and devouring as many books as I am able!
Science
Sarah Grant
810-250-7557 Ext. 204
sgrant@gaflint.org
This will be Mrs. Grant's second year at Genesee Academy and she is enthusiastic for this new year! She earned her Bachelor's at the University of Michigan- Flint in 2012. She has a passion for science and loves to inspire students to find the joy that is in scientific concepts. Mrs. Grant is married with two children, Sadie (4) and Jace (2). Outside of school, she enjoys spending time with family, being outdoors, and reading or journaling.
Sarah Grant
810-250-7557 Ext. 204
sgrant@gaflint.org
This will be Mrs. Grant's second year at Genesee Academy and she is enthusiastic for this new year! She earned her Bachelor's at the University of Michigan- Flint in 2012. She has a passion for science and loves to inspire students to find the joy that is in scientific concepts. Mrs. Grant is married with two children, Sadie (4) and Jace (2). Outside of school, she enjoys spending time with family, being outdoors, and reading or journaling.
Social Studies
Nathan Hanselman
810-250-7557 Ext. 227
nhanselman@gaflint.org
I am a native of Michigan and have spent much of my life living in this great state. I graduated from Grand Valley State University with a B.S. in Secondary Social Studies Education in 2011. After graduation, I moved to Clarksville Tennessee where for three years I taught Middle School, World History and Geography. However, after three years I felt the need to return to Michigan to be closer to my family. This past year I was a Success Coach for Nexus Academy of Lansing. While in this position I working with students on ways to improve academic performance, time management, and prepared them to become college and career ready after graduation. When I am not at school or working on school material I enjoy being in the outdoors. I am an avid outdoors men and am usually hunting, fishing, camping, or hiking throughout the year. Some of the big activities that I have done throughout my life is hiking a portion of the Appalachian Trail. I have been rock climbing and repelling in different areas of the country. In addition, I and have gone on three separate white water rafting trips. These are just a few of the activities that I enjoy in my free time.
Nathan Hanselman
810-250-7557 Ext. 227
nhanselman@gaflint.org
I am a native of Michigan and have spent much of my life living in this great state. I graduated from Grand Valley State University with a B.S. in Secondary Social Studies Education in 2011. After graduation, I moved to Clarksville Tennessee where for three years I taught Middle School, World History and Geography. However, after three years I felt the need to return to Michigan to be closer to my family. This past year I was a Success Coach for Nexus Academy of Lansing. While in this position I working with students on ways to improve academic performance, time management, and prepared them to become college and career ready after graduation. When I am not at school or working on school material I enjoy being in the outdoors. I am an avid outdoors men and am usually hunting, fishing, camping, or hiking throughout the year. Some of the big activities that I have done throughout my life is hiking a portion of the Appalachian Trail. I have been rock climbing and repelling in different areas of the country. In addition, I and have gone on three separate white water rafting trips. These are just a few of the activities that I enjoy in my free time.
Physical Education & Technology
Aaron Jost
810-250-7557 Ext. 246
ajost@gaflint.org
Aaron Jost is new to the Genesee Family. Aaron has a Bachelor’s of Science degree in Physical Education, Wellness, and Leisure from Henderson State University in Arkansas. In 2013 after graduation, Aaron and his wife, Caitlin, moved to Michigan for new opportunities. Aaron began to work at Williamston Middle School in Special education. Aaron is excited and motivated for his first year at Genesee Academy.
Mathematics
Marissa Lawton
810-250-7557 Ext. 224
mlawton@gaflint.org
Hi! My name Is Marissa Lawton, and this is my first year teaching at Genesee Academy. I earned my Bachelor’s degree from Grand Valley State University in 2013. I grew to love mathematics and have a passion for teaching. Since graduating, I have lived and taught in Wuhan, China where I developed a love for different culture. In my spare time, I enjoy spending time with my husband and friends, reading, cooking, and crafting.
Marissa Lawton
810-250-7557 Ext. 224
mlawton@gaflint.org
Hi! My name Is Marissa Lawton, and this is my first year teaching at Genesee Academy. I earned my Bachelor’s degree from Grand Valley State University in 2013. I grew to love mathematics and have a passion for teaching. Since graduating, I have lived and taught in Wuhan, China where I developed a love for different culture. In my spare time, I enjoy spending time with my husband and friends, reading, cooking, and crafting.
