English Language Arts
Department Leaders
Mrs. Sherry Lucas
Department Leader: ELA; K-4
Credentials
B.S. Elementary Education, M.Ed Curriculum and Instruction
Years working in education: 22
Years working for Plum Borough School District: 22
Is there any additional information about yourself that you would like to share?
I have always had a passion for early literacy. I feel that it is important for the primary grades to be represented in decisions regarding curriculum and I am excited to help our students learn and grow in new ways!
Ms. Christine Brewer
Department Leader: ELA; 5-8
Credentials
K-6 Elementary Education
Years working in education: 28
Years working for Plum Borough School District: 28
What inspired(s) you to take on this leadership role?
I was inspired to take on this role so I can be an integral part of helping our district create a powerful ELA curriculum as we move forward.
Is there any additional information about yourself that you would like to share?
I am an avid reader and enjoy all genres of literature.
Mrs. Lindsay Sciullo
Department Leader: ELA; 9-12
Credentials
B.A. in English Literature with a Secondary Education 7-12 from Carlow University; Master's in Curriculum and Development from Gannon University; Reading Specialist Certificate from Gannon University, English as Second Language Certificate from Gannon University; English Language Arts Department Leader--2016-present at Plum Borough School District; 10th grade Honors English teacher--16 years; ESL teacher--1 year
Years working in education: 19.5
Years working for Plum Borough School District: 19
What inspired(s) you to take on this leadership role?
I was inspired to lead the ELA department because of many reasons. While teaching in the district for over sixteen years, I have had the pleasure of working with some of the most amazing staff members especially in the English department. They worked to create a collaborative department focused on the best interest of our students, and as a result, I want to keep that tradition while continuing to be progressive for our student body. Being department chair for the past three years has allowed me to be apart of many successful processes such as analyzing data, creating semester courses, and updating as well as writing new curricula. I look forward to continuing to work with my department as well as with leaders from other grade levels and departments in aligning our curriculum and challenging our students to be successful, lifelong learners.
Is there any additional information about yourself that you would like to share?
Not only do I teach in the district, but I also live in the district. My family and I enjoy being actively involved as both educators and parents within the Plum Borough School District and community--Running Mustangs, YMCA Flag Football & Swim, PTO, etc.