Mrs. Tina Torres
International Baccalaureate Coordinator and Professional Development Specialist
Hello, I'm Tina Torres. Over the past 5 years, I have proudly served as the Professional Development Specialist and International Baccalaureate - Primary Years Program (IB-PYP) Coordinator at Sugar Hill Elementary. In my role, I support the school community by leading curriculum development, providing professional development for teachers, ensuring assessment practices align with IB standards, acting as a communication liaison, monitoring quality assurance, analyzing student data, and engaging with the community to promote IB PYP values and principles.
In the IB PYP, values such as inquiry encourage curiosity and deeper understanding, while action promotes responsible engagement for positive community impact. International-mindedness fosters cultural appreciation, holistic education addresses all aspects of student development, and lifelong learning skills are cultivated. Community collaboration, empathy, and critical thinking are key components of the IB PYP philosophy.
I am thrilled to continue my service at Sugar Hill Elementary and raise awareness of the IB-PYP program.