When Kelly McClelland was 7 years old, she started taking dance lessons with Sherry Thomas. Kelly danced through all of her school years and also enjoyed singing. Seeking out as many opportunities to dance and sing as possible, Kelly was on the Oiler Marching Band Danceline and was a captain for 2 years. She participated in many musical productions both at OCHS and in community summer productions. She enjoyed singing in many choirs and attended District and Regional Chorus both her Junior and Senior years.

 

Kelly graduated from Grove City College with a B.S. in Accounting. While at Grove City Kelly was a member of the Wolverine Marching Band Marquette Danceline, and she was honored to be a captain for 2 years. In the fall semesters, Kelly was a dancer and choreographer for the Orchesis Dance Troupe. In the spring semesters, Kelly danced and choreographed for the May Pageant Dance Ensemble. Through her college years, Kelly sang in the Grove City College Chapel Choir, and also as a cantor at St. Joseph Church in Oil City.

 

Kelly joined the staff at Thomas School of Dance in September of 2000. Her heart belongs to her students, past, present, and future, and she willingly does everything she can to make sure they have a positive and fulfilling dance experience. Kelly continues to learn and evolve her dance skills through watching live productions, and videos. Sharing her passion for dance and music with her students is her greatest joy.

 

Kelly lives in Oil City with her husband Tom. They have two daughters, Tori and Kaci. Kelly’s hobbies include walking, being outdoors, personal fitness, reading, watching movies, and all things Disney.