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Teachers & Staff

Kathy Lankston

Principal, Grades 3-5

This is Ms. Lankston's second year at LSA. She is looking forward to a great school year sharing her love for God and Language arts with the students in High Springs. She is also certified as a music teacher and is looking forward to teaching the students music this year too!

Andrea Nelson

Grades 6-8 

Born in Bethlehem, PA, Andrea is no stranger to Adventist Education.  She attended Garden State Academy in New Jersey and received her BA in Biology and Teaching certificate  from Southern Adventist University.   Andrea is certified Pre-K-12 and has taught for 25 years.  She is endorsed in and enjoys  teaching Art, Science and History with a focus on the Creator. Andrea has a creative flair for instruction and designs hands on activities which allow for engaged student learning  She enjoys nature photography and working with young people in the great outdoors.  She is a devoted wife and mother of four.

Vanessa Caylor

Kindergarten - 2nd Grade

I grew up in Kansas and have lived there all my life. I graduated from Union College in Lincoln, NE with a bachelor degree in Elementary Education. I believe that God has called me to be part of the LSA family, and I'm thankful that He has given me the opportunity to teach His kids. My goal is for students to become more independent and responsible as I teach them foundational skills they will use for a lifetime. Most importantly, I want my kids to know that Jesus is always there for them as a Savior and a Friend.

Keith Nelson

School Board Chairman

Keith has been an Adventist educator/administrator for three decades.  He was  principal of Greeneville Adventist Academy in Tennessee, Wisconsin Academy, and Adventist Christian Academy in New Port Richey, Florida.  He has a masters degree from Southern Adventist University in Supervision and instruction.  

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