Board of Directors
Clay Becton - Board Chair
Clay Becton - Board Chair
Clay Becton - Board Chair
Clay Becton, a long time Fort Pierce resident, married with two children, has served our governing board since May of 2020. Recently elected to his second two-year term, he is currently serving as chairman of the board. Mr. Becton holds a Masters of Agribusiness from the University of Florida that will prove helpful as we work towards
Clay Becton, a long time Fort Pierce resident, married with two children, has served our governing board since May of 2020. Recently elected to his second two-year term, he is currently serving as chairman of the board. Mr. Becton holds a Masters of Agribusiness from the University of Florida that will prove helpful as we work towards the establishment of an Agricultural program. He also possesses a General Contractors license, and coupled with his many years of experience in business, sales, and construction, Mr. Becton will positively lead our school as we move into Phase II of our growth plan and prepare to construct our upper school building! ICA is blessed to have Mr. Becton at the helm and respects his leadership and stewardship as he promotes ICA in the community. Mr. Becton is the parent of a middle school student at ICA.
Contact: boardchair@icacharter.org
Carlos Frade
Clay Becton - Board Chair
Clay Becton - Board Chair
Mr. Carlos “CJ” Frade is a dedicated ICA parent and long-time supporter of Independence Classical Academy. A father of two ICA students, he has been actively involved since the school opened and continues to champion ICA’s growth and mission.
Raised in St. Lucie and a graduate of Port St. Lucie High School, CJ now serves as CEO of his fam
Mr. Carlos “CJ” Frade is a dedicated ICA parent and long-time supporter of Independence Classical Academy. A father of two ICA students, he has been actively involved since the school opened and continues to champion ICA’s growth and mission.
Raised in St. Lucie and a graduate of Port St. Lucie High School, CJ now serves as CEO of his family business, AAA Concrete Cutting & Drilling—one of ICA’s most consistent event sponsors. His commitment to ICA extends far beyond sponsorship; CJ volunteers his time as Vice-Chair of the ICA Fishing Club, contributes to the Marketing Team, and looks forward to supporting additional student clubs.
Passionate about building strong leaders and strengthening ICA’s future, CJ has regularly attended Governing Board meetings for over a year and is eager to take a more active role in supporting our academy.
Contact: c.frade@icacharter.org
Jason Revels
Jason Revels
Jason Revels
Mr. Jason Revels has served as ICA’s Board Secretary since August 23, 2023. A third-generation Fort Pierce native and local business owner, he brings valuable community insight, leadership experience, and a strong commitment to ICA’s mission.
Jason owns The Revels Company: Trucking and Land Grading, and has deep roots in St. Lucie County t
Mr. Jason Revels has served as ICA’s Board Secretary since August 23, 2023. A third-generation Fort Pierce native and local business owner, he brings valuable community insight, leadership experience, and a strong commitment to ICA’s mission.
Jason owns The Revels Company: Trucking and Land Grading, and has deep roots in St. Lucie County through his family’s land clearing and site development work. A dedicated supporter of classical education, he is committed to helping ICA grow, expand its campus, and strengthen its academic offerings for future generations.
Contact: j.revels@icacharter.org
Marcia Cully
Jason Revels
Jason Revels
Marcia Cully is a St. Lucie County native with over 45 years of experience in education as both a teacher and administrator. Her work spans elementary through high school classrooms, district leadership as a Curriculum Supervisor for Reading and Language Arts, and serving as Principal of Fairlawn Elementary before retiring in 2013.
Ms. Cu
Marcia Cully is a St. Lucie County native with over 45 years of experience in education as both a teacher and administrator. Her work spans elementary through high school classrooms, district leadership as a Curriculum Supervisor for Reading and Language Arts, and serving as Principal of Fairlawn Elementary before retiring in 2013.
Ms. Cully holds a B.A. from Oglethorpe University, an M.Ed. in Reading Education from Georgia State University, and administrative certifications from Florida Atlantic University and the Florida DOE.
A founding ICA Board member, Ms. Cully has played an essential role in shaping Independence Classical Academy. She served as interim principal in 2020 and again in 2022, and continues to support ICA wherever needed.
She is the proud mother of two daughters—Dr. Caroline Garbers and Mary Kathryn Cully—and dog mom to Rocky. Her enthusiasm, dedication, and love for students shine through in all she does as she works to help ICA become the best school in St. Lucie County.
Student Handbook
The ICA Family Handbook outlines the expectations, policies, and procedures that guide our school community. It serves as a vital resource for families, ensuring clarity and consistency in how we support our scholars each day. Enrollment at Independence Classical Academy signifies understanding and acceptance of the handbook’s guidelines, reinforcing our shared commitment to a structured, respectful, and academically focused environment.
ICA Dress Code Policy
At Independence Classical Academy, our dress code is an essential part of maintaining a focused, structured, and respectful learning environment. Scholars are expected to wear the ICA uniform each day, promoting unity, reducing distractions, and reinforcing the importance of personal responsibility. Dressing in uniform helps students take pride in their school, encourages a mindset ready for learning, and supports the culture of excellence we strive to uphold at ICA.
