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

Vanessa Holmes

Vanessa Holmes

Specialists

Welcome Wildcats! 

Hello, everyone! I'm Mrs. Holmes, and I couldn't be more thrilled to start another year at MAC as the teacher of the gifted. With twelve years of experience as an elementary educator, I can genuinely say that teaching is my passion and calling in life.

I hold a Bachelor of Arts degree with a specialized focus in Elementary Education, which I earned from Florida Gulf Coast University. I am certified to teach students from Kindergarten to 6th grade, and I also have endorsements in Reading and ESOL (English for Speakers of Other Languages).

Teaching goes beyond just imparting knowledge; it's about building strong foundations for our students' futures. I firmly believe that a great education and fostering positive teacher-parent relationships, form the bedrock of student success. Together, as a team, we can create a nurturing and supportive environment for your student to flourish.

I eagerly anticipate collaborating with each of you to ensure that your child has a fantastic and memorable learning experience. Let's work together to make that happen!