Mellesia Nelson received her Bachelor’s degree in Psychology from Boston College. She went on to obtain a M.S.W. in Child and Family practice from The University of Illinois and a Masters in Educational Leadership from Florida Atlantic University. Ms. Nelson has been a valued member of the Sagemont Prep family since 2004. She began her career at Sagemont Prep as the Guidance Counselor, where she successfully implemented and facilitated drug prevention, self-esteem, and anti-bullying programs by building strong, lasting community partnerships. In 2010, Ms. Nelson accepted the position as College Counselor. While in that position, she increased college and university representation on the Sagemont Prep campus by over 550%. She also raised scholarship dollars awarded by over 100%, matching students with right fit colleges. Ms. Nelson’s journey at Sagemont Prep continued as the Assistant Principal and then Principal of the Upper Campus, where she worked collaboratively with students, facilitating their ability to reach their full potential and tap into their passions and talents. She provided students with the tools to explore, take risks, think critically, and create. Currently, as the Head of School, Ms. Nelson’s vision for the students at Sagemont Prep is that they own their education. She encourages students to put themselves in the driver’s seat of their future and set high standards for their educational growth.

Rosemary Rijos 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 Sagemont Preparatory School for the last 19 years. Ms. Rijos has held multiple jobs throughout her 19 years including Technology Support, Administrative Assistant, and Business Office Assistant. Ms. Rijos adores Sagemont Prep and is consistently striving to support the Sagemont Prep Community.

Ms. Rios is a driven and detail-oriented professional with over 15 years of experience, most recently with 7 years as an office manager in an educational setting. She is compassionate and eager to make a positive impact in the lives of students and families at Sagemont Prep.

Mr. Roe has been an integral part of the Sagemont Prep family since 2008. He is a graduate of Florida State University, where he majored in economics. Before becoming Upper Campus Principal, Mr. Roe served as Upper Campus Assistant Principal and Department Chair for History, teaching all levels of Upper Campus history, including Advanced Placement United States History and Advanced Placement Micro and Macroeconomics. In addition to serving as the 12th-grade level sponsor, Mr. Roe developed a beloved staple of the senior curriculum: 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 Prep community by organizing engaging events, building an alumni program, and assisting the Sagemont Prep Clubs and Honor Societies.

Monica Vigna has been with Sagemont Preparatory for over 18 years. Her tenure at Sagemont Prep began in the classroom, but Monica also served as the Sagemont Prep Lower Campus 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 Prep 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.