Matthew McKendall

Matthew McKendall earned his Bachelor of Science in Biology from Southern University at New Orleans (SUNO). Before beginning his teaching career at Athlos Academy, he spent five years working as a personal trainer and strength & conditioning coach for the U.S. Navy.

Matthew’s top goal as an educator is to be a positive influence and a strong role model for his students. He brings empathy into the classroom every day, striving to connect with each student and inspire the next generation of leaders.

He was drawn to Athlos Academy because of its focus on the whole child — particularly the belief that a healthy mind and a healthy body are deeply interconnected. Each year, he looks forward to building meaningful relationships with his students and helping them grow both academically and personally.