Who is Jane Andrews

Jane Andrews is a former schoolmate of Anne, and teaches at another local school. Though Anne and Jane are good friends, Jane represents Anne's polar opposite when it comes to their worldviews: while Anne idealistically hopes to touch the lives of her students and change how they approach life, seeking poetry and nurturing their imaginations, Jane practically hopes to do what is asked of her as a teacher, get on the school inspector's roll of honor, and discipline her students when appropriate. Jane advocates whipping the children when their behavior merits it, while Anne fiercely vows never to use violence against her students. Jane is pragmatic and down-to-earth, exhibiting little imagination but a firm desire to do good work. Her appearance mirrors her personality: Jane is neither beautiful nor ugly, but solidly average looking.