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Thecoreofour“SagemontWhy”isourstudents Whatwedotogethertoascendtoloftyheightsdoesnothappenina vacuum It is through sincere collaboration that new leaps and bounds can be made So, with this in mind, I was honoredandoverjoyedtobeinvitedbybothcampusleaderstospeakwiththestudentsduringthefirstweekofschool. Duringeachassembly,wewatchedavideoonthe“SagemontWhy,”thatyoutoocanviewattheendofthismonth’s issueofSagemontLife.ThisvideowascreatedtobeaconversationstarterandIhopeyouwilluseitinthatlightwith your children. In the same vain, I want you to ask yourself the same repeating question, “What is my why,” as it pertainstoourSagemontcommunity.
Our Sagemont Why, the reason and purpose for our existence is to "Empower Students To Lead." It’s that simple! Of course,ourdailypracticesandattentiontoourwhyareessentialforthecontinuousgrowthandleadershippotentialof allofourstudents.
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The week prior to welcoming our phenomenal students back on campus, we had a remarkable week of professional development with our Sagemont educators. We started our conversations with the most important aspect of our purposeandmissionatSagemont,the“WHY.”Wemustconsistentlyaskourselveswhatisourreasonforexistenceat Sagemont. Yes, it is to be an educator, but guess what, that can be done in any school. A Sagemont educator has a purposeandreasoneachdayandthatisto“empowerstudentstolead.”This“why”manifestsitselfinsomanycreative and dynamic ways, fostering a true love for learning and exploring, cultivating curiosity, and discovering one’s passions The“why”developsandnurturesanabsoluteloveforchallengingoneselfandgoingbeyondtheordinarywith ourstudents
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Together,wecanaccomplishtheextraordinaryandremarkable!Thefoundationforthisisbuildingandcontinuously developing relationships with each other, students, educators, and parents. It is a joint effort in partnership to empowerourincrediblestudentstolead.Theyhaveavoicethatshouldbeheard,takeshape,andevolve. OurSeptemberissueofSagemontLifewilltakeyouonthisjourneyofcollaborationacrossourcampuses,gradelevels, andbeyondthewallsofeachclassroom.OurSagemontWhywillforeverbe“Empowering Students to Lead,”andwe enjoythedynamicpartnershipinthisendeavor!
September 2022
"Sagemont embodies a true spirit of community that fosters the growth of social skills and individual spirit. Students collaborate together in safe spaces that encourage risk taking, while respecting each other's differences in both academic and personal areas "
This year at Sagemont, we have worked tirelessly to create a culture whereby students and faculty members could join together in ways not possible for years. Creativity often does not spark when studying or teaching in silos.
Perhaps one of the biggest obstacles that arose for educators during the pandemic was fostering a collaborative environment either virtually or from 6’ of distance. Although we may never be fully post pandemic, we can now fortunately work, study and play together with more confidence.
Felicia Myers, Upper School Principal
The Collaborative Classroom
Kevin Gutterman, Math Department Chair
Sagemont Upper School
Collaborative research on the Ecuadorian school calendar in Sra Collazos Spanish 2 Class
Co teaching has enabled faculty members to grow and excel in their craft. Working together, Ms. Michiels and Dr. Liu have established a dynamic and exciting 6th grade Space Science class. Rich discussion is promoted when Mr. Cheatham and Ms. Aru co teach
A critical component of Sagemont’s curriculum design is to begin with the end in mind and collaborate with our partners on both campuses. To safeguard vertical alignment, the 4th and 5th grade teachers will be joining the Upper Campus departmental meetings. Sagemont prioritizes the seamless academic transition from Lower to Upper.
Speech and Debate. The College Counseling Class harnesses the articulation and erudite guidance of English Department Chair Ms. Yasmin with the real world experience of Ms. Sweeting’s years in the university system. The 7th grade science team has already joined forces to brainstorm for the end of-year Innovation Fair. Collaboration is the cornerstone of an innovative classroom.
Innovation Fair Planning in Ms. Vecere, Ms Safont and Mr Brown's 7th Grade Science Classes
The "Morning Roar" Morning Show at the Upper Campus
In order to provide a protected time for innovative professional planning, the Upper Campus has established monthly Think Tank sessions for faculty. This allows for robust cross curricular discussion, the ability to create lessons that infuse the expertise of various departments, and enables faculty to “teach outside the box.” In addition, we have a talented set of mentor teachers who consistently rotate through classrooms to better support teachers and students, and help review assessment data to establish an environment of reflective teaching practices.
“Working better together: A study of collaboration and innovation in the workplace” a study conducted by Google
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Julianne Vecere, Upper Campus Department Chair and Mentor Teacher, shares her thoughts on academic collaboration: “No one in science has ever been able to accomplish anything alone! Every major discovery has happened because a scientist or group of scientists worked together and used each other’s ideas to solve the answers to bigger, more complex problems than they could ever produce alone. Having our students collaborate on labs and scientific investigations allows them to best utilize their own skill sets for the sake of the group’s goal. To extend that even further, the goal of the 7th grade innovation fair is to have them work together to think outside of the box to produce answers that have not been discovered yet to problems they are already facing.”
Sagemont Synergy Drum Line
Mr. Banasco has established a culture of trust and exploration in his art classes
Sagemont Lower School
Monica Vigna, Lower School Principal
The Sagemont School fosters leadership skills across all content areas, extracurricular activities, and clubs. Our focus on providing peer mentoring and relationship building opportunities have truly had a positive influence on our students. “Roaring Readers and Leaders” is one such program, which transforms the concept of traditional book buddies by incorporating student leadership throughout all activities. It is a concept that pairs different grade level classrooms for community reading time an upper grade will connect with a lower grade. All students benefit from the opportunity to practice reading and engage in meaningful discussions. This is an activity that is done across both campuses (elementary, middle, and high school students). Classrooms set aside 30 minutes once a month for students to read together while building valuable relationships. In addition, special activities are planned during this time to engage and excite our students. Preschool and VPK will be paired with 4th graders, Kindergarteners will be paired with 3rd graders and 1st and 2nd grade will be paired with 5th graders We will also extend this activity to include the Upper Campus
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students to come and read to our elementary students. The benefits are profound. It allows younger students to hear more experienced readers model fluent reading. They can also acquire a positive role model to look up to. They see their buddy demonstrating positive behavior and valuable social skills. The older students develop leadership, social and emotional skills in addition to positive character traits such as patience, compassion, empathy, and confidence. When students are given the opportunity to mentor, they are more likely to thrive. Shy readers may feel more comfortable reading aloud to younger peers instead of their same aged peers. Additionally, the roots of the school community are maximized and deepened as classes across campuses work and share together. It brings in a sense of relationship, companionship, responsibility, and excitement. The goals of cooperative and collaborative learning are effective ways to build a sense of community in the school as well as to promote reading for pleasure. The students become excited to see one another even when they are in the hallway or at schoolwide events. These relationships will year after year, not only through literacy but also through other projects and activities. Powerful and memorable moments of connection and interactions can happen during these shared reading activities as well as other social, emotional, and leadership lessons. Let’s give a big roar to our readers and leaders!
In learning, you will teach, and in teaching, you will learn Phil Collins
Now, with that said, a great deal of the first few months of school is dedicated to our seniors. This year I am excited to have our College Counseling Class, the first ever at Sagemont. This is a designated space every day for our 12th grade students to connect and learn about college skills, the college application process, goal setting, and career/resume development. During class time, I provide one on one sessions that allow me to uncover the obstacles that may hinder students' confidence in applying to their dream college. Building connections and looking at the journey ahead goes beyond applications and essays, and every Friday is our team building day. During this time an exercise is provided to each group of students and they work together to develop relationships, commonalities, and differences in and beyond the classroom. These exercises provide real world scenarios, and students are able to disperse into different groups to solve a scenario. As our seniors finish their college application process, I will be taking time to visit our other high school classes to start the planning process for their journey ahead.
As I enter my first full year at Sagemont, I have been thrilled to have met so many students and parents already. Before the academic year resumed, I was busy getting our students prepared for their journey here at Sagemont and the journey to college. This summer, the college office held a Lunch and Learn that focused on the Academic Pathway from 6th grade through 12th grade. The topics we covered together ranged from exploring one’s passion in 6th grade to resume/E portfolio building in the 8th grade and at the high school level we focused on internships in the 11th grade and attending summer programs before senior year. These valuable and real world experiences create a sense of community and relationship building with other colleges and students from all over the world. Very importantly, opportunities such as these allow students to gain and develop skills that can be applied in so many areas of their lives now and in the future. Also, let’s not forget these experiences do build a stronger resume. The college office is here to support this growth in your children, so do reach out and we can explore opportunities together.
University of Connecticut 10/19
Drew University 9/28
SCAD 10/11
University of California 10/12
Nova Southeastern University 10/20
Emmanuel College 10/18
Hult Intl Business School 9/27
Lynn University 9/22
Dean College 10/12
University of Chicago 9/28
Boston University 10/4
Upcoming On-Campus College Visits
Ringling College 10/11
The College Counseling Class is more than just a class, it is a pathway to success.
Virginia Tech 10/18
Rollins College 10/20
Jacksonville University 10/13
Spellman College 10/11
We are so excited to share that we have successfully kicked off our Middle and High School Advisory Program. The purpose of the advisory program is to ensure that our teachers build meaningful relationships with each student. Our Sagemont staff is committed to learning each individual student's learning needs are being met and we are consistently encouraging them to make strong academic choices and plans for their future. Advisory provides a wonderful opportunity for students to develop a relationship with a trusted adult, as well as peers, something research shows makes a significant difference in how well students do in school.
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Guest speakers will be invited to the advisory class as our students hear testimonies from community members and Sagemont alumni who have conquered the journey to success and are anxious to share their words of wisdom with our middle and high school students. I know parents will join us in celebrating this wonderful endeavor!
Upper School Counselor Contact Information: Upper School Campus: 6th 12th Grade Luann Burrows 954.389.2454 extension 305 Email: lburrows@sagemont com
Relationships Matter at The Sagemont School
Our developmentally appropriate Advisory Program is designed to create a strong support system that students need to develop academically, socially, and emotionally. During the Middle School years, students hone their talents and often develop lifelong hobbies, interests, and skills as they begin to think about who they are, and what they want to achieve as they show interest in career options. Our High School Advisory Program directs college bound students to the necessary resources, skills, and relationships as they create a sense of community and ensure students know that there is always someone that they can turn to for help, be it academically, socially, or personally.
School Counseling
The Sagemont Counselors have an important role in the Advisory Program as they ensure that meaningful topics are covered regarding students' social emotional well being, discovering their interests, championing their strengths, and learning the necessary life skills as they plan for the future.
Cultivating Childhood Relationships Through Mindfulness
Mindfulness can be a rewarding journey for both teachers and students. But like most journeys, the benefits are greater when mindfulness is approached as an ongoing process of discovery and exploration, rather than having a particular end goal. We adopted mindfulness at Sagemont, letting it grow organically. In August 2020, we incorporated a relevant practice: “morning mindfulness” in our daily Monty’s Morning Show. Morning mindfulness is helping our students feel connected and safe within their classroom. They can do this practice knowing that no one will make fun of them. We allow flexibility, giving the students some autonomy to start slowly practicing.
School Counseling
Maritza Zea, Lower School Counselor Contact Information: Lower School Campus: PK3 5th Grade Maritza Zea 954.384.5454 extension 3417 Email: mzea@sagemont.com
The Sagemont School values a harmonious culture of respect and understanding, which is visible in our diverse community. Awareness is a fundamental skill for mindfulness and the mindset, which helps develop a sense of self and others. We explicitly teach self regulation and positively reinforce those behaviors in children, which create good relationships with their peers. And we know that relationships are essential as children develop socially and emotionally. If I could give each child a gift, it would be the gift of awareness. Mindfulness practice centers on becoming aware and focusing on our feelings and attitudes in challenging moments. As teachers, we are aware of little moments that can disrupt a children’s day. Still, with mindfulness, they can take a break from anxiety or frustration by taking the first step, which is acknowledging their feelings and attitudes in these moments. Being present in those moments will allow the students to identify what they are feeling and how they are reacting. Mindfulness has taught me that it builds a trusting relationship with students because they can begin to count on our thoughtfulness while they struggle with developing critical social emotional skills.
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Shane Marcey Director of Athletics
Relationships are an important aspect of athletics from the connection a coach makes with his or her athletes, to the chemistry within a team, or the bond athletes often create with one another over the course of a season. The Sagemont Athletic Department also values the relationship between the Upper and Lower campuses. To show their support of the Lower School campus, our women’s varsity volleyball team assisted with carpool to promote their home opener and enjoy some time with our younger Lions! Last Wednesday the athletic department sponsored a Tacky Tourist dress down day and provided a popsicle party to the Lower School grade with the most number of participants at the volleyball game that night. The volleyball program did not disappoint with convincing wins over Donna Klein by both the middle school and varsity teams! Our other fall sports are off to a great start as the women’s varsity golf team came in 2nd place at the Maverick Invite, 7th grader Lily Mirones won the 100m backstroke at a high school meet and middle school flag football is underway!
Women's Volleyball Disney Night: Sept 30 @ 5pm
UPCOMING EVENTS
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JV Volleyball Her Fight is Our Fight Tournament: Oct 7 8pm
For those looking to get involved at a more relaxed level please join our intramural programs with Coach Sandi at the Lower School and Coach Curtis at the Upper School. They will teach your child the fundamentals of a variety of sports starting with volleyball, LSC and wiffleball, USC. Intramurals run Tuesdays and Thursdays from 3 3:30 pm at both campuses….come out and get involved!!
Innovation & Technology
Welcome new and returning students and families to the 2022 2023 school year! As the Technology and Innovation Coordinator, serving students and staff on both campuses, I look forward to supporting the integration of technology and innovation in our everyday learning. I believe that innovation and technology in the classroom support teaching and learning by infusing the classroom with valuable digital tools, expanding course offerings, increasing student engagement, and accelerating learning. I will be working with teachers to better support them as we enter this new school year and their technology needs. I will be providing our wonderful teachers with numerous Professional Developments such as Schoology, Apple apps, G Suite apps, Clips and so much more! I am looking forward to working with our Vanguard and Instructional Mentor Teachers this year. I am happy to share that all middle school students and upper elementary grade students have received their iPad devices. We are in the process of completing our lower elementary iPad distribution process. This week, I conducted Digital Citizenship presentations for grades 3 5 and went over the importance of taking care of our devices and internet safety. My goal is to have Sagemont become an Apple Distinguished School. Apple Distinguished Schools are centers of leadership and educational excellence that demonstrate Apple's vision for learning with technology. Apple Distinguished Schools are known to be some of the most innovative schools in the world.Our goal is to provide students and teachers with the appropriate tools to instill technology and innovative learning. I am very excited about the beginning of the new school year and the endless opportunities that are ahead!
Estefania Martinez, Innovation & Technology Coordinator
Contact Information:
Lower School Campus PK3 5th Grade: 954 384 5454 EXT 2506
Upper School Campus 6th Grade 12th Grade: 954 389 2454 EXT 347
Email: EMartinez@Sagemont.com
In partnership with Tennessee State University, one of the largest nationally recognized HBCUs, her scheduling allows for flexibility to become familiar with the depth of medicine through a Medical Terminology dual enrollment class. Similarly, Sagemont’s reflective senior year course requirements of economics and electives such as statistics have opened the idea of application. As a licensed esthetician, Annave recalls the clarity in which her classes have provided for small business essentiality including product inventory, managing income, and keeping track of the beauty market.
At Sagemont, one of the main missions emphasized in our school’s system is responsible risk taking and the development of social responsibility as active agents of change. With this encouragement, Annave was able to successfully pitch the idea of the Black Student Union, with a focus on connecting students of different backgrounds to embrace black heritage by promoting leadership, community outreach, and student empowerment. Her main mission through this initiative remains to,“ Gain a better understanding of others whilst learning more about ourselves”.
A Day in the Life
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Written by Sagemont Life student editor, Serena Mair
What does a day in the life look like at the Sagemont Upper Campus? Senior aspiring dental student, Annave Noel, has cultivated a daily schedule that explores her interests and future specialty whilst still centralizing around Sagemont’s mission of intellectual exploration and innovation. Being a 12th grade student, Annave’s schedule opens various spots for her to develop skills she feels are keen for her college life.
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"As a part of the Honor Society, I was involved in the environmental club last year, where I enjoyed learning about ways to preserve the environment and enjoyed teaching others students about ways to preserve the environment. I continued doing this outside of school as well."
Who is your favorite innovator?
"My favorite subject in School is Science because you learn about a variety of things like space, plants, motion, the atmosphere, and life cycles."
"My favorite inventor is Dr. Robert H. Goddard, an American Rocketry Pioneer, who constructed and successfully tested the first rocket using liquid fuel. I love learning more about space and people who have invented things to help us explore space. My dream is to invent products that would allow us to be able to continue to explore space and other planets and be able to survive there."
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"Being innovative means that you create new things all the time and that you never let your mind stop. People who are innovative are people who ask a lot of questions and see things a little differently. Sometimes they think of ideas that aren't science ideas, but they solve problems in math, history, or daily life."
What are you most excited about at Sagemont this school year?
"I am excited about many things at Sagemont for the school year. I am really looking forward to the fun and adventurous field trips we will be taking in the future and I want to explore my interests in the clubs as well. I am also looking forward to being a lot more independent and choosing my own classes and activities. To wrap it up, I think this year is going to be action packed, thrilling, and full of discovery. I am looking forward to many more years at Sagemont."
"Science is my favorite subject of all time! I love everything about science and I want to study science in college, after I graduate, and for the rest of my life. I really enjoy learning new things and being a part of challenges and new discoveries. Everything I love to do most has something to do with science. Fishing is my favorite activity, and I am interested in conservation, the environment, and just figuring out which fish live where and how I can catch them! I love studying space and rockets, learning about how the universe is unique and a little weird, I love studying facts about rockets and how we can travel to other planets and places in the galaxy, as well as solving problems. I really loved dissecting a frog during the upper school trip this year! Science has always been my favorite subject and I want to be a scientist in some way when I grow up.
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What does being innovative mean to you?
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"Solving problems in a creative way that somebody else wouldn’t think of initially".
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"My favorite subject is Math. I like solving problems and when I get a difficult problem right I am proud of myself. Then overtime when I start to understand and remember how to solve the problems I start to have fun solving them."
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"I like to learn how to do things on my own before looking up a solution. I think that by approaching problems this way one could figure out a more innovative way of solving a problem."
"Boy Scouts of America, Thespian Honor Society, Environmental Club, Art Club, Culinary Club, Robotics Club, aerial silks, You’re a Good Man Charlie Brown (makeup and performance), haunted house fundraiser (makeup and performance), Lower School B way with a twist (makeup and performance), ASL, keyboard, ukulele, archery, and ice skating."
Describe a time when you solved a problem you faced in a creative or unconventional manner.
"My father manufactures tools for catching lobster. I usually help him with some of the processes. One time I was helping him and I placed the sticks in a certain way like a jig that helped center the hole more accurately. We continue using this jig to this day."
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"Sagemont gave me the flexibility to take a range of classes so that I could explore my not just my future career, but also my personal interests and hobbies. I've also always loved the small tight knit community of peers and teachers that I was able to build at Sagemont and has supported me even throughout my undergraduate and medical career.
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"Don't think of high school and college as just a stepping stone to a job use this time to figure out who you are, whether it be through taking a fun class or building relationships with those around you, Sagemont is the best environment for this. Learn flexibility and adaptability before going off into "the real world" because things won't always go as planned, but that's okay too!"
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Started Sagemont in 4th Grade! Sagemont Class of 2015 Undergraduate: University of Miami Bachelors of Science: Biology Graduate: University of Miami Miller School of Medicine M.D. Candidate, 2023
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"I studied abroad in Prague during college! Visited 10 countries and a ton of cities. I'm currently in my fourth year of medical school and preparing for residency applications, I'll be applying into a radiology specialty.
"Mr. Roe! He was always a very tough but fair teacher who pushed us to always do our best work. Going to his classes was always the highlight of my day as he always gave fun and engaging lectures. He helped stoke my interest in history, which I went on to pursue as a minor in college."
HOW DO YOU EQUIP YOUR SAGEMONT STUDENTS TO TACKLE THE REAL WORLD ? CLASSES & ACTIVITIES 6th, 7th, & 8th Grade Math Astronomy & Space Science New to Sagemont! I ignite curiosity through hands on and minds on projects to engage and inspire students’ interests. I challenge students to think outside of the box and beyond by engaging in STEM activities beyond the regular school setting. This school year we started an Aerospace Engineering club that would allow our students to compete in the Florida Student Astronaut Challenge and the American Rocketry Challenge programs. We want our students to have the opportunity to compete at both the State and National levels. DR . LIU HAS LED HIGH SCHOOL ASTRONAUT CHALLENGE , ROBOTICS , ROCKETRY , AND SOLAR CAR CHALLENGE TEAMS TO THE STATE , NATIONAL , AND WORLD CHAMPIONSHIPS . Aerospace Engineering Club
UPPER SCHOOL TEACHER EDUCATION By allowing them to use real world problems and tackle them in the classroom through researching, writing, and understanding the world beyond Sagemont. HOW DO YOU IGNITE CURIOSITY AT SAGEMONT ? University of Phoneix HOW DO YOU EQUIP YOUR SAGEMONT STUDENTS TO TACKLE THE REAL WORLD ? Bachelor of Arts, Education I ignite curiosity by allowing my students to explore, share, and discuss. In addition, I encourage my students to ask valuable questions, I look for teachable moments, and I build lessons around current events and critical thinking. SSagemont agemont Staff SSpotlight taff Spotlight CLASSES & ACTIVITIES 6th, 7th, & 8th Grade English Yearbook Creative Writing Research Writing Student Government Association MRS . LAFLEUR ASSISTS WITH PUTTING ON A SPECTACULAR HOMECOMING AND PROM FOR OUR STUDENTS TO ENJOY ! Upper School Cheer Coach
LOWER SCHOOL TEACHER EDUCATION In our classroom, we are constantly making connections between what the students learn and the real world. Through discussions, I enable them to build different and innovative problem solution skills. Carrying out these activities, both independently and through teamwork, helps my students develop self confidence and become well rounded individuals. HOW DO YOU IGNITE CURIOSITY AT SAGEMONT ? Universidad Catolica Andrés Bello Venezuela HOW DO YOU EQUIP YOUR SAGEMONT STUDENTS TO TACKLE THE REAL WORLD ? Bachelor of Science, Psychology SECONDGRADE I find that introducing students to new topics as well as presenting them with problems along with open ended questions sparks their curiosity and triggers discussion. Also generating discussions on how they can create an impact on others or the environment further develops their curiosity. SSagemont agemont Staff SSpotlight taff Spotlight Mrs.Pinchevsk i hasbeenteaching atSagemontfor18 years! STEMCLUB
COACH SANDI HOLDS FOUR LEAGUE CHAMPIONSHIPS ! LOWER SCHOOL ATHLETIC DIRECTOR EDUCATION The self confidence we build over the years is a lifelong skill that will carry with them regardless of their personal and career tracks. I continuously infuse life lessons through sports, teamwork, and physical movement. HOW DO YOU IGNITE CURIOSITY AT SAGEMONT ? Johnson & Wales University HOW DO YOU EQUIP THE SAGEMONT TEAM TO TACKLE THE REAL WORLD ? Bachelor of Science, Sports, Entertainment & Event Management Concentration, Coaching I have the unique ability to work with every student at the Sagemont Lower School. I have the ability to watch them learn and grow over the years and I continuously encourage them to step out of their comfort zone and build self confidence. I strive to ignite curiosity in all of my students through playful, meaningful movement. SSagemont agemont Staff SSpotlight taff Spotlight CLASSES & ACTIVITIES Athletic Coach Lower School P.E. Teacher Girls Varsity Soccer, Girls Varsity Flag Football, Girls Middle School Soccer, Boys Middle School Basketball, Elementary Co Ed Soccer, Girls Volleyball, Boys Basketball, Girls Basketball, Co Ed Flag Football, Intramural Sports Coach Sandi has coached 10+ competitive sports at Sagemont! Little Lions Sports Club 2 Sport College Athlete, Soccer & Basketball Monty's Media Coordinator
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It was a pleasure meeting the new families on Orientation Day and during the PTO’s Welcome Breakfast. During the breakfast, our board members were introduced as well as our amazing administrators. We touched on some of the events that PTO is involved with. Our first Pizza Friday was a success! We had many new and familiar faces helping out. We do hope that you and your family enjoyed yourselves at the Food Truck Festival. For those wishing to get involved, we have our Halloween celebrations coming up. Join us as we decorate the classrooms and have a Skele ton of fun celebrating!
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Busy and exciting times for the Lower School PTO! We had a successful first ever summer presale week with memberships, uniforms, pizza, and ice cream purchases for the 2022 2023 school year. Our Meet & Greet event, Teacher & Staff Breakfast, and 1st day of school festivities were busy and filled with cheer in welcoming all to the new school year. The August 26th lunchroom pizza party and Family Food Truck events were a great way to continue celebrating.
Important Dates: September 27th Mandatory Volunteer Training at 8:30 am & October 12th PTO Meeting at 8:30 am in the Multi Purpose Room (MPR).
Join the Lower School PTO!
The Sagemont PTO would like to welcome and thank the new families that have joined the upper school PTO. Over the summer, the PTO completely renovated the upper school’s cafeteria. To all the families that have donated, a big thank you for your generosity and continued support. For those families that wish to donate, please click on the link.
Our next PTO meeting is Wednesday, October 12th.
Our September 1st PTO Welcome Meeting was absolutely inspirational with the largest number of attendees to date and we had wonderful introductions of all administrators across both campuses, our PTO board members, and the vision for the upcoming year. We were able to reveal to our members the wonderful and 1st Sagemont Proud Grandparents shirts for our Grandparent’s Day Breakfast on September 12th. Thank you to the Abess Family for their donations in providing these beautiful shirts and allowing us to give back 100% of the proceeds to our Lower School Betterment & Enrichment Wishlist! We would like to also thank the Llanes family for donating a new Cricut machine and Starter Kit for the new Teacher’s Workroom space from the Betterment & Enrichment Wishlist! We look forward to the continued enhancements and celebrations for all of our students, teachers, and staff this year.
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