David Kelly is a dynamic educator with extensive experience working with elementary, middle, and high school students in public and private education, both in the U.S. and internationally. He holds a bachelor’s degree in psychology from West Virginia University and a master’s degree in education and school counseling from Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University. David has over 23 years of experience serving diverse students and families as a school counselor, college admissions specialist, and school administrator. In South Florida, he played a key role in establishing a premier early college dual-enrollment high school, creating accelerated pathways for motivated students to earn their bachelor's degrees early. He spent over 10 years in international schools in Brazil and Venezuela as a middle and high school counselor and college admissions specialist. During this time, he also founded an overseas educational consulting company that supports international students with pre-college programs and college admissions abroad. David’s diverse background as a school counselor has shaped his belief in highly personalized, student-centered approaches. He is committed to creating caring and supportive partnerships and environments for students and families, which he sees as essential to helping students develop a love for lifelong learning, interpersonal competence, well-being, and the confidence to pursue their educational, career, and life goals. David and his wife, Shawnel, reside in Destin, Florida, where they enjoy the outdoors, share a love for nature and pets, and embark on road trips and international travel. Together, they also manage small business and entrepreneurial ventures. David’s hobbies include kayaking, freediving, fishing, cooking, practicing his musical talents, and learning new languages.