Board Chair Statement

“The future of The Schools of McKeel Academy has never been brighter! With Michele Spurgeon as Director of Schools and Alan Black as Chief Strategic Officer, this dynamic leadership pair brings both continuity and bold vision. Together, they will elevate our schools’ vision of producing lifelong learners and leaders who thrive in our global society.”

—Andrew Snyder, Board Chair
The Schools of McKeel Academy

Amanda Downey

Amanda Downey

Specialists

Welcome back Wildcats!  I feel blessed to be starting my 10th year at South McKeel!  This will be my 26th year in the field of education. I am honored to serve as the MTSS Coordinator, 504 Designee, and Instructional Coach at SMA.  

I have a Bachelor's degree in Elementary Education from Florida Southern College, and a Master's degree in Educational Leadership from the University of South Florida.  I am also certified in K-12 ESE and am Reading and ESOL Endorsed.  I am excited to continue to have the opportunity to watch the excitement in the eyes of our McKeel students as they learn and grow throughout the year!  

Let's go Wildcats!!