About Me
I am Sugely (soo-heh-lee), a parent, teacher, and leader of multilingual learners with over 15 years
of experience.
In this space, I share resources and ideas that I have accumulated through my personal and professional experience. More specifically, my experience as an English language learner, educator, leader, and parent.
I believe that the importance of learning a language is well-supported when a child’s language development is encouraged, celebrated, and recognized as part of their identify.
Multilingual parent
As a parent raising multilingual learners, I understand the joys and challenges of nurturing language development and cultural connections. My journey includes not only guiding my children on their path to bilingualism but also navigating the US school system to ensure their academic success.
A lifelong learner
I consider myself a life-long English language learner. As a student, I migrated to the US when I was 12 years old. This experience has allowed me to learn English as a second language. This is a personal learning experience that I cherish and love to share.
Professional experience
As an ESOL Teacher Coordinator, I lead and advocate for Bilinguals and English language learners in the Brandywine School District. Additionally, as a language learner, I guided, supported, and advocated for my own children in a Spanish dual-language immersion school.
Recent Accomplishments
Graduations, Awards & Publications
Honored Listee Marquis Who’s Who
Recognized as a distinguished professional in the educational field, known for my expertise, and trusted as a credible voice.
Educational Doctorate Degree
Awarded the Richard L. Venezky Award for Creative Research in Literacy at the 2023 Celebration of Excellence.
Richard L. Venezky Award for Creative Research
Awarded the Richard L. Venezky Award for Creative Research in Literacy at the 2023 Celebration of Excellence.
Featured in the National Education Association
Featured in NEA publication “Why Pronouncing Students’ Names Correctly is So Important”
ESOL Coordinator
Current coordinator supporting programming and implementation of multilingual learners in Brandywine School District. 2008 to present.
