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

Terry Stanley

Terry Stanley

Specialists

Go Wildcats!!! Hi, my name is Mr. Terry Stanley and this is my 27th year of teaching! I am married to my beautiful wife, Tammy Stanley and have two beautiful children, Luke and Laurel, who are both here at MAT.  Before joining the McKeel team I served six years in the United States Air Force.  After completing my service time and graduating from Southeastern University with a BA in Elementary Education I spent nine years at Lime Street Elementary both as a second and fourth grade teacher.  Next, I worked with 42 schools all over Polk County for five years as a Writing Consultant for Write Reflections.  Given the opportunity, I then took a position at South McKeel where I taught six more years as a Language Arts teacher.  That's when I gained my ESE certification and came out of the classroom to take a position as an Academic Coach in the BYPASS here at McKeel Academy for the past six years. Now I teach two Learning Strategies classes and work with small groups and individuals needing tutoring and testing accommodations.  It is amazing to be a part of the MAT team and I look forward to another great year of learning!  Yes, after 26 years in Education...I still love my profession!!! Go Wildcats!