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

Leslie Coscia

Leslie Coscia

5th Grade Team

       Hello Wildcats!  I am SO looking forward to an amazing year! This is my 9th year at South Mckeel Academy, and my 14th year of teaching.  I started my career as a medical social worker, then a school social worker, and then began my teaching career!    Here's a little more about me:

- I earned my bachelor's degree from Warner University.

- I completed my teaching certification from Polk State University.

- I completed my Reading Endorsement in 2020.

 -I completed my ESOL Endorsement in 2022.-

- I completed my Civics Endorsement in 2023.

- I am from Ohio, and a huge OHIO STATE fan! 

-I LOVE my job!! I love teaching American History! 

I am so excited to make learning American history fun, relevant, and exciting for my students.  I am always here if you have any questions or concerns! Let's have a great year