SAGEMONT - Key Persons
Job Titles:
- Assistant Principal, Lower School
Barbie Caceres is an experienced educator with over 16 years in education in the public and private sectors. Mrs. Caceres graduated from Florida Atlantic University with a bachelor's degree in Elementary Education and ESOL Endorsement. She earned her master's degree in Montessori Education from Barry University. During her 16 years in education, Mrs. Caceres has taught 3rd, 4th, and 5th-grade students in traditional and Montessori environments. Mrs. Caceres joined the Sagemont family in 2017, as a fourth-grade teacher. Throughout her career, Mrs. Caceres has held multiple leadership roles including Vanguard Technology Teacher, Instructional Team Leader, New Educator Coach, Student-Teacher Coach, and now Assistant Principal. Mrs. Caceres is dedicated to training and mentoring teachers while being fully committed to student growth. Mrs. Caceres is focused on data analysis, and she uses this to strengthen programming at all levels. Continuous learning has been her lifelong passion, and she is excited to pass on that philosophy in her leadership role to students and colleagues alike.
Job Titles:
- Administrative Assistant & Registrar, Lower School
Administrative Assistant & Registrar, Lower School bherrera@sagemont.com (954) 953-5233
Job Titles:
- Assistant Principal, Upper School
Mr. Roe has been an integral part of the Sagemont family since 2008. He is a graduate of Florida State University where he majored in economics. Prior to his role as the Upper School Assistant Principal, Mr. Roe served as the Department Chair for the History Department, having taught all levels of Upper School history, including Advanced Placement United States History and Advanced Placement Micro and Macroeconomics. In addition to being the 12th-grade level sponsor, Mr. Roe developed a beloved staple of the senior curriculum with the Senior Market, an opportunity for students to explore entrepreneurship in a real-world setting. Mr. Roe is also well known on campus as "Coach Roe," for leading the boys' basketball program for over 10 years, most recently as Head Varsity Basketball Coach since 2017. He has helped the team achieve two State Championships, six Final Fours, and one National Tournament Invitational. Coach Roe has proudly helped over 35 athletes achieve college scholarships. Mr. Roe is most excited to help strengthen our Sagemont community by organizing engaging events, building an alumni program, and assisting the Sagemont Clubs and Honor Societies.
Job Titles:
- Innovation and Technology Coordinator
Estefania Martinez graduated from Florida International University with a B.S in Elementary Education. She then continued her M.A in Educational Leadership at St. Thomas University. In 2020 Ms. Martinez joined the Sagemont family, and quickly became an active member of the team in and out of the classroom. She enjoys working with students and building relationships, which is why it was no surprise that she is the cheerleading coach at the Lower School Campus. In addition to building relationships with her students, Ms. Martinez currently serves as the LSC's Vanguard Teacher. As the Vanguard Teacher, Ms. Martinez has helped to build content capacity and supports teachers with technology integration. Additionally, Ms. Martinez works collaboratively with faculty on Apple Teacher initiatives. Ms. Martinez enjoys incorporating technology and innovation at Sagemont every day. She believes that innovation and technology in the classrooms support both teaching and learning by infusing the classroom with valuable digital tools, expanding course offerings, increasing student engagement, and accelerating learning. Ms. Martinez is most excited to help strengthen our Sagemont community by collaborating between both campuses, providing support in the classrooms, and engaging students to explore their student-led learning environment by incorporating technology and innovation. She looks forward to providing students with the tools to be innovative, take risks, and think critically. The feeling of "A home away from home" is what she loves the most about being a part of The Sagemont School!
Felicia Myers has been immersed in the educational world for over fifteen years. Prior to joining Sagemont as the Director of Admissions in 2017, Felicia taught at every grade level from pre-kindergarten to college in both private and public institutions, served as a high school Guidance Services Professional, was a Federal Education Grant Manager developing curriculum and professional development opportunities and coordinated Early College Programs for Brevard public schools. Felicia has a Bachelor's degree in French and economics from Boston College, a Master's degree in French language and literature from Middlebury College and the Sorbonne in Paris, France and a second Master's degree in education from the University at Albany. Felicia is passionate about empowering students to take the lead in their educational experience and working collaboratively with parents and faculty to create pathways for success for each child.
Job Titles:
- Facilities and Transportation Coordinator
Job Titles:
- Marketing and Communications Manager
Kristin Sorokin graduated from LeMoyne College with a B.S. in Psychology and a Concentration in Elementary Education and Exceptional Education. Additionally, she earned her M.S. in Educational Leadership from NOVA Southeastern University. Mrs. Sorokin has been in education for over 15 years, serving as a teacher, assistant principal and principal. Over the last two years, Mrs. Sorokin served as Sagemont Lower School's Innovation Lab teacher and is a proud Sagemont parent. While working as the Innovation Lab teacher, she additionally worked side by side with Spring's Communication and Marketing Departments and served as the team lead on efforts to increase Sagemont's visibility within our neighboring areas. Mrs. Sorokin's goal is to streamline communication across both the lower and upper school campus and is excited to celebrate Sagemont's continued accomplishments!
Job Titles:
- School Counselor, Upper School
Luann Burrows is from Pennsylvania and has spent the last 30 years living abroad in Quito, Ecuador. She received a Bachelor's Degree in Early Childhood Education from Bloomsburg University and a Master's Degree in International Counseling from Lehigh University. Luann also holds a degree in Systemic Family Therapy and most recently became a Certified Parent Coach. She has dedicated most of her life to supporting children and their families in a variety of settings. Luann comes to us from a private, international school in Quito. Her extensive experience as a lead elementary teacher for sixteen years and an elementary and middle school counselor for fourteen years led to rich experiences such as implementing innovative programs, working in partnership with parents and teachers, and providing counseling interventions that fostered students' social-emotional well-being and academic success. Luann brings to The Sagemont School a compassionate attitude, a wealth of knowledge, and a deep desire to be an advocate for children and the members of the Sagemont family. Luann's goal is to guide each student to be the best version of themselves to positively impact their future.
Job Titles:
- School Counselor, Lower School
Maritza Zea earned a Bachelor's degree in Psychology from the Pontificia Universidad Javeriana in Colombia, a Master's degree in Social Work from Barry University, and Master's degrees in Public Administration and Psychology from S.U.N.Y. Stony Brook. Ms. Zea holds a Florida Professional Educator's Certificate as a School Social Worker for students in grades Pre-K through 12 and is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker. Ms. Zea has a Mindfulness-Based School Training certification from Mindful Kids Miami. Ms. Zea joined Sagemont in 1999 and has been a School Counselor for over seventeen years. Ms. Zea's work is rooted in the belief that counseling, emotional development, and community engagement are invaluable components of every child's education. She is a school counselor and educator who supports diverse student groups behaviorally, socially, and academically. Ms. Zea enriches student life through leadership programming and individual/group counseling. She actively supports teachers in maintaining open communication, empathy, within and outside of the classroom. Ms. Zea continuously innovates to improve and grow a school counseling program that is an integral part of the school community.
Michelle Dunkley was born and raised in Jamaica and moved to the United States in 2005. She graduated from Barry University with a degree in International Relations. She then went on to obtain her MBA with a minor in International Business from Nova Southeastern University. Ms. Dunkley has been in education for four years serving as an Assistant Principal and Registrar. She has worn many hats across various levels of accountability, leadership, and innovation. Ms. Dunkley prides herself on being a meticulous and innovative management professional who is proficient in directing and controlling managerial operations to meet business objectives.
Monica Vigna has been with The Sagemont School for over 18 years. Her tenure at The Sagemont School began in the classroom but Monica also served as The Sagemont Lower School Assistant Principal for seven years. Earlier in her career Monica taught kindergarten through fifth grade, as well as the dual language program at an International Baccalaureate school. She is certified in early childhood, elementary education and administration and supervision, and is ESOL endorsed. Monica earned Bachelor's and Master's degrees from Florida International University, as well as a specialist degree in Educational Leadership from Florida International University. She is very excited to be part of the Sagemont family. She enjoys working hand in hand with students, faculty, parents, and the community and believes that each child has a special gift and will blossom with the collaboration between home and school.
Rosemary Rios graduated from Caguas City College with a Computer Science degree. She was born and raised in New York and moved to Puerto Rico where she lived for 22 years. She moved to South Florida in 2001 and has been working at The Sagemont School for the last 19 years. Ms. Rios has held multiple jobs throughout her 19 years including Technology Support, Administrative Assistant, and Business Office Assistant. Ms. Rios adores Sagemont and is consistently striving to support the Sagemont Community.
Job Titles:
- Athletic Director, Upper School
Shane Marcey is passionate about his role as the Athletic Director at Sagemont and oversees all varsity, junior varsity, middle school and elementary interscholastic athletic programs. Prior to arriving at Sagemont, Shane coached and taught at Coral Springs High School. In 2010 he became Sagemont's girls' varsity volleyball coach. During his tenure the team reached the state tournament six consecutive seasons and won its first district championship in 2016. Shane has extensive background in coaching and training elite volleyball athletes and has been a Director for Wildfire Volleyball Academy in Weston for 10 years. Shane studied at the University of Florida and is currently seeking a BA in Sports Management from Columbia Southern University.
Shauntyra "Tera" Sweeting is a Miami native. She graduated from Bethune-Cookman University with a BA in Communications - Public Relations and Advertising. While attending BCU she was heavily involved with the admissions department serving in various capacities, specifically as a student liaison bridging the gap between future students and the university. Due to her dedication and passion for the University, immediately after graduating, she was offered a position in the BCU Office of Admissions where she managed and oversaw various areas of student residential life and the student ambassadors program. Ms. Sweeting went on to obtain her Masters in Higher Education Leadership and Administration at Purdue University Global, while working full time in admissions, registration, and financial aid. Ms. Sweeting's educational background provides an opportunity to look outside the box and become a beacon of hope. Her passion is to help young adults achieve educational and career goals beyond their expectations. She is relatable, being a first-generation college student achieving scholastic achievements through exploration of higher education. During Ms. Sweeting's time as an Assistant Admissions Director at Nova Southeastern University, she advised and counseled students through the admissions process and led and planned recruitment events for incoming freshmen and transfer students. While at NSU, she also served as an adjunct professor for the first-year experience. Additionally, Ms. Sweeting collaborated with various stakeholders to conduct community events and college fairs for prospective students. Ms. Sweeting exceeded enrollment and retention goals and assisted students in their long-term career goals. It takes one individual to break barriers and assist in making a difference for the future. Being a part of the Sagemont community is a complete honor for Ms. Sweeting. She is looking forward to working with Sagemont families, students, faculty, and staff.
Job Titles:
- Administrative Assistant, Upper School
Vicky Valdivieso received her bachelor's degree in Education from University of Loja. She obtained a Master's degree in Psychology in Early Childhood and Elementary Education at Universidad de Barcelona. Ms. Valdivieso has been immersed in the educational field for more than 10 years. She is passionate about helping students follow the right path in education and watch as they improve their academic skills and achieve personal growth throughout their school years. Ms. Valdivieso enjoys working alongside the parents as a team to achieve the goals our students have set for their education. She is looking forward to providing students, parents and staff all the support required to maintain the perfect environment that is going to help us reach success.