Sarah Grant, a music teacher and drama club director in Medford, is our third guest in this five-part series for Teacher Appreciation Week. Grant talks about the love she has for her job and the important role the performing arts have on student development and wellbeing.

ABOUT 'OFF DEADLINE'

Wicked Local journalist Matthew Reid hosts a series of casual conversations with your friends and neighbors who live and work in your North of Boston community, whether it’s elected officials and prominent business owners, or just fascinating people that live right in your backyard who may otherwise fly under the radar.