About Me

Welcome to my website! My name is Dena Kotz, and I am originally from Sandusky, OH.  I am starting my 14th year teaching business courses at the high school level.  I'm excited to continue my teaching journey with Olmsted Falls!

I am a former AVP with Merrill Lynch, so I am not a traditional teacher.  I was a financial planner for almost 20 years and decided later in life to go into teaching at the high school level.

My family has owned multiple businesses in the Sandusky area, which provides me with a diverse business background.   I have two daughters and both graduated from colleges in chemistry and/or environmental science while playing college volleyball simultaneously. My oldest bought her home in Morgantown, WV, and is working in genetics. In contrast, my youngest bought her home in Amelia, OH, and works as a chemical quality control lab analyst, and made me a first-time grandma in October 2022!  Oddly enough, they both purchased their homes at the age of 23!