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

Jason Hagerman

Jason Hagerman

6th Grade Team

Hello Wildcats! 2024-2025

 I began my educational career after graduating from the State University of New York at Oswego with a Bachelor's degree in Adolescent Education focused in Social Studies.  After graduating I moved to Florida where I officially began teaching. It was here I met my wife Hope, had a son named Leo, and bought a house in Lakeland. Leo is also a Wildcat that attends SMA. This will be my seventh year at SMA and tenth year teaching. 

 I know this year will be an incredible journey with my students and their families as we learn together. Remember: "Everyone you will ever meet knows something you don't." -Bill Nye