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

Susan O'Steen

Susan O'Steen

Kindergarten Team

Hello!  My name is Mrs. O'steen, and I am very happy to be a part of South McKeel Academy!  I graduated from Florida Southern College with a degree in Prekindergarten/Primary and Elementary Education.   In 2008, I earned my National Board Teaching Certification and in January of 2018, I completed the comprehensive training for Orton-Gillingham, a multi-sensory approach to teaching reading.  In 2020, I received my K-12 Reading certification.   This will be my 20th year teaching kindergarten, and I love it!  I have a strong passion for teaching young children.  I find it a joy to help little ones grow academically and socially through their first years of school.