Amanda Friedle has shown faithful commitment to the union and supporting teachers throughout the district for the last 19 years.  She has been a faithful member serving as a building representative from my first acquaintance with her.  She encouraged me and brought me into the union family along with many others.  She later represented more than just her building by being elected to an executive member position, and is actively serving as the treasurer.  As treasurer she has not only actively preserved the current union benefits, but also has been meticulous in her record keeping, and has worked to be proactive in saving for the future teachers.  She has advocated for teachers and provided guidance during grievances and accusations.

She continues to attend New Teacher Academy to support the incoming teachers, helps plan the meals, and stays to answer questions.  She works to make sure the teachers in Saginaw City Schools are supported and well-trained.  

She has mentored many teachers as well as served as the host teacher for many student teachers. She collaborates well with the other teachers in her buildings in order to engage students and support teachers in new ways to approach teaching.  

She actively supports families in the community through DEAR at the zoo, Children’s Fun Night, Friday Night Lights, and many other events through the Great Lakes Early Learning Collaborative and Kiwanis Organization. She advocates for families and walks them through the process until they receive the services they need from car seats to disability assistance.