Leadership, Faculty, & Staff

Board of Trustees

Academy at the Lakes Board of Trustees provides valuable leadership and governance for the school. The Trustees are responsible for ensuring that the school focuses on executing its mission. The men and women who serve as Trustees govern from an intentional and strategic perspective focused on the institution’s continued financial viability and organizational excellence.

2025-2026 Officers, Executive Committee

John Faith

Chair

Cynthia Martin

Secretary

Skip Miller

Treasurer

Paul Tuten

Vice Chair

2025-26 Trustees

Dany Asad

Piers Curry

Tommy Giglio '05

Roger Joyce

Doug Kugley

Roshan Mahtani

Kaukeb Malik

Mary McCormick

Ex-officio, Emerita

Keith O’Malley

John Pitcairn

Michael Riley

Ralph Sevelius

Brent Smith

Maggie LaPunzina Wells

Faculty & Staff

At Academy at the Lakes, our faculty and staff are the heart of our educational community. Each individual brings dedication, expertise, and passion for fostering a nurturing environment where students thrive academically and personally. Our team is committed to upholding the school’s mission and core values, ensuring that every student feels valued and empowered.

Cheyenne Abbott

Associate Director of Admissions

B.A., University of Tampa

Karen Achan Sooklal

Assistant to the Head of School

Cassie Adley

Director of College Counseling

B.S., University of South Florida

Erin Akins

Athletics Coordinator

B.S., University of South Florida

Ken Akins

Admissions Associate

B.S., Saint Mary of the Woods College

Deeba Arifuddin

School Psychologist

B.A., University of South Florida
M.Ed., Loyola University of Chicago
Ed.S., Loyola University of Chicago

Alicia Arriaga

Lower Division

B.A., Rutgers University

Hear From Our Faculty Members

Discover how Academy at the Lakes has made a lasting impact on the lives of our students. From meaningful friendships to academic excellence, hear their voices and stories.