Hello! Xin Chào!

 

Welcome English language learners (ELL) and families! My name is Ms. Bobbi Nguyen. This school year, 2021-22, is my 3rd year at HPE as an EL teacher!  Prior to that, I taught at 7 other schools in a span of 30 years, mainly as a classroom teacher and as an English Language (EL) teacher.  I started my career teaching at international schools in Taiwan and Vietnam (my homeland) after graduating from the University of Minnesota.  After 5 years abroad, I returned to the United States and continued working as a classroom teacher.  In 2007, I switched roles and became an EL teacher.  I enjoy working in this current position as I feel I can deliver more academic content to students. In addition, working with students in a smaller group setting allows time to build a stronger community and relationships. 

 

This school year, we are very fortunate to have 2.5 EL teachers.  Because of the extra support, I will be servicing all of the second and third grade EL students plus a few K-1 EL students.  I love working with this age group.  They are like sponges and are motivated to learn.  Now that school is back in-person, I look forward to a fruitful school year!

 

In my personal time, I enjoy working on home improvements, traveling, gardening/landscaping, flower arranging and reading.  I enjoy watching and playing sports games, including watching American football and playing table tennis. I have a middle school student,Ty, who currently attends HPMS in SPPS. He is loves basketball, table tennis and, of course, video games.

 

I value honest partnership communication. Please reach out anytime if you have questions or concerns. Have an amazing year!