Biography

Amy Seymore has taught in the middle school at Columbus Academy since 2004, initially as a seventh-grade language arts teacher for three years and then moving into the eighth grade. In addition to language arts, Amy also teaches eighth-grade social studies. Along with her main role on campus, Amy serves as the middle school department coordinator for language arts and the Director of Junior Speeches for the upper school. A member of the National Council of Teachers of English, Amy was the recipient of the Limited, Milt Taylor, and Dream Big grants. Amy has two children, daughter Cami ’23 and son Jack ’25.

 Amy’s favorite thing about Columbus Academy
Our students are the best. They are eager to learn, willing to take risks, and just plain fun. They are also tremendously appreciative of the work we do as teachers. I am always surprised by how often they thank me for just about everything, including when I hand them a quiz to take. I also value the longstanding relationships with so many alumni who come back to visit or stay in touch to update me on their lives.

Little-known fact
I did a cameo in the middle school musical Shrek.”

Favorite sports team
New England Patriots

Education
  • B.A. Cornell University
  • M.A. Trinity College