Amanda McGovern holds a B.A. in performing arts management and a minor in dance from Columbia College Chicago. She has danced with the Mathies Lockett Dance Company for 15 years starting at the age of 12. Amanda taught classes at North Shore Dance and Drama Studio of Skokie for 12 years catering mainly to children between the ages of 3 to 5 but has taught as old as 70. Her choreography has won awards at several dance competitions and is popular among children and adults alike. Amanda brings to the table her dance background as well as her media skills.