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

Lana Allen

Lana Allen

4th Grade Team

Welcome back, Wildcats!  This marks my eleventh year teaching elementary students and my eighth year at The Schools of McKeel Academy. I am proud to be your child's language arts and social studies teacher.

I earned both my bachelor’s and master’s degrees in Education from Florida Southern College. I am certified to teach all subjects for grades K-6 and hold endorsements in ESOL and Reading. Additionally, I am a silver-level certified Whole Brain Teaching instructor.

Throughout my career, I have taught kindergarten, first, third, and fourth grades, and I have also served as our school's K-6 Reading Interventionist. I am honored to have the opportunity to support your child's success this year!

I look forward to a fantastic year of learning and growth as we work together to nurture your child's passion for literacy!