Where your child's education takes center stage
NOW ACCEPTING 2025-2026 APPLICATIONS
Parent Info Session and Tour
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5:30pm-6:30pm
4660 Lusso Ln,
Jacksonville FL 32246
Award Winner
Global Leadership Academy Arts has been named the 2025 Arts Schools Network New and Emerging School Award Winner!
GLOBAL Arts vs Traditional Schools
Students will receive
240 vs 90
Arts minutes / week
We are excited
to announce
…the next phase of GLOBAL expansion - Global Arts. We want to focus on exposing students to different forms of art, creating curiosity within their hearts and familiarizing them with different cultures through art.
We are real people, we are your neighbors!
Lianna Knight
PRINCIPAL / BOARD PARENT REPRESENTATIVE
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fostering and encouraging a life-long passion and appreciation for the arts. Ms. Lianna Knight has been an educator for 25 years and has served as an administrator in Duval County Public Schools for 17 years, nine as the Principal at LaVilla School of the Arts and eight as Assistant Principal at Douglas Anderson School of the Arts. Under her leadership, her schools have received many awards and recognitions, such as Florida Arts Model School, Arts Schools Network Innovation Award, Outstanding Art School Award, and North Florida Math Counts Championship. Ms. Knight has a Bachelor of Arts Degree in Dance and Masters in Educational Leadership.
Tracy K. Savage
ASSISTANT PRINCIPAL
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Public Schools, complemented by many additional years teaching learners of all ages—from infants to adults. Mrs. Savage has served in various roles including high school and middle school math teacher, interventionist, district specialist, and certification exam instructor. She holds a Master of Education in Teacher Leadership for School Improvement from the University of Florida, specializing in secondary mathematics education, and a Bachelor of Science in Computer Information Science from the University of North Florida. Mrs. Savage brings a passion for equity, excellence, and continuous improvement to every learning environment she supports.
Meaghan Wilkes
ASSISTANT PRINCIPAL
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Duval County Public Schools. Most recently, I served as Assistant Principal at Thomas Jefferson Elementary from 2022 to June 2025. A proud Jacksonville native, I hold a bachelor's degree in Music Education from Stetson University and a master’s degree in Transformative Leadership from Bethune-Cookman University.
My lifelong passion for the arts began early—through dance lessons, attending theatre camp at Theatre Jacksonville, and active involvement in the National Art Honor Society and the International Thespian Society during high school. Throughout my teaching career, I have partnered with numerous arts organizations to create unique learning experiences for my students, including the Jacksonville Symphony, Riverside Fine Arts, Beaches Fine Arts, and the Cultural Council of Greater Jacksonville.
I am thrilled to join the faculty at Global Leadership Academy Arts Campus and continue fostering creativity, leadership, and a love for the arts in the next generation.
Why an Arts School?
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…have higher GPAs and are more likely to attend and graduate from college. This is because the arts help to develop critical thinking, problem-solving, and analytical skills, which are valuable across various academic disciplines.
Furthermore, participation in the arts can enhance an individual's self-confidence and communication skills. Through artistic expression, individuals can develop a sense of self-expression and self-awareness, leading to greater self-esteem and self-assurance. Additionally, group artistic projects promote collaboration and teamwork, which are essential skills in today's workforce. By participating in the arts, individuals can develop their ability to convey messages effectively, whether through visual art, music, theater, or dance. This can have a profound impact on both personal and professional relationships, allowing individuals to connect more deeply with others and build stronger connections.
