Back to Class

One of the few rainy mornings of the summer couldn’t dampen the spirits of Marco Island Academy students and staff as hugs, high fives, and smiles pervaded the campus on the first day of school, Thursday, August 10.

"I am over the moon to have the students back in school,” gushed Marco Island Academy principal, Melissa Scott. "I’m hoping this year brings them all as much happiness and love as they bring me every day.”

It was hard to say who was happier to go back to school, the students or the staff. School resource officer Paul Ashy and dean of students Kevin Ray greeted students in the parking lot while making sure everyone arrived safely. Amanda Ray, director of activities, Heidi Higuera, SWD/ESE coordinator, and Vanessa Koch, assistant principal, were welcoming students inside the lobby. Scott was in her office meeting with her morning crew. 

Year three at the school’s modern new campus couldn’t have gone much better.

"MIA is blessed to have a wonderful staff and community,” Scott said, “which allows us to thrive and prosper more each year. I feel lucky to be on our campus every day surrounded by all of the amazing energy, intelligence, and sparkle."