Students Need Adults They Can Aspire to Be

...after thirty years of connection with the school, and twenty years of service to Lakeview Academy, Brent is retiring as Lower School Director, effective July 2021. Over the coming months there will be opportunities to thank Brent for his years of service to Lakeview and celebrate with him in his well-deserved retirement.

 

Brent's contribution to Lakeview is extensive. Brent first joined Lakeview in 1990, when he was hired by Ferrell Singleton as a 5th grade teacher. During his first tenure, Brent was also very invested in athletics, and served as the Head Baseball coach (starting Varsity Baseball at Lakeview), Head Varsity Volleyball coach, and MS and US Basketball coach. Brent returned to Lakeview in 2012, teaching 8th grade history and coaching Varsity Football and Basketball. From 2013-2014, Brent moved to Middle School administration, as assistant Middle School Director, and since 2015, Brent has been the Director of the Lower School. Brent led numerous summer trips overseas, and helped create for many students, parents, and faculty their fondest memories of Lakeview. Not only has Brent served as an outstanding administrator, teacher, coach, tour guide, and mentor, he is also parent to three Lakeview graduates - Tom '10, Nick '11, and Will '18. Brent has spent his entire career investing in the youth of Gainesville and Hall County, and Lakeview is lucky to have benefitted from his dedication, wisdom, good humo(ur), and passion for education. Students need role models - Brent Drury will be greatly missed by students, faculty, staff, and parents alike.