Amanda Boots, Director: After 5 years as assistant, “Miss Amanda” has taken over the administrative reins. As a graduate of Mercyhurst University, she holds a Bachelor of Arts degree in Early Childhood/Special Education and a Master of Science degree in Special Education. When she is not at Mercy Center, Miss Amanda is the program director for the Carpe Diem Academy at Mercyhurst University. The Carpe Diem Academy employs Mercyhurst graduate students to educate students in kindergarten, first, and second grade who reside in Erie’s Public Schools. Miss Amanda is very excited to see new faces each year and loves being part of the Mercy Center of the Arts staff.