Our Preschool Classroom
Your 3-year-old is opening up their world, developing special friendships, learning new words and forming new ideas every day. Through purposeful play, meaningful questions and direct instruction, our Preschool teachers encourage your child to think in new and different ways. Your child will have so much fun that they won’t even realize they’re developing the skills they’ll need for reading and math.
Nurturing Active Minds, Healthy Bodies, and Happy Hearts®
Health & Safety
Our Preschool classrooms foster independence while maintaining the high health and safety standards that allow children to learn, explore, and prepare confidently for kindergarten.
- Daily instruction and reinforcement of healthy habits, including proper handwashing, respiratory etiquette, and personal hygiene.
- Routine cleaning and sanitizing of classroom materials, learning centers, shared equipment, and high-touch surfaces.
- Individual cots and bedding for rest time, cleaned and laundered regularly.
- Nutritious meals and snacks that meet USDA and Illinois DCFS nutrition standards while accommodating documented allergies and dietary needs.
- Active supervision during classroom learning, outdoor play, field trips, meals, and transitions.
- Teachers certified in CPR and first aid, with ongoing training in emergency preparedness, child health, and safety procedures.
- Classroom ratios that meet Illinois DCFS licensing requirements to ensure every child receives appropriate supervision and support.
- Age-appropriate emergency drills and safety education that help children build confidence while learning how to respond in emergency situations.
- Secure building access, visitor check-in procedures, and a comprehensive Safe School Plan to help maintain a safe learning environment every day.
- Regular emergency preparedness drills and classroom safety procedures designed to help children respond calmly and confidently.
- Teachers perform daily wellness observations and communicate with families regarding any signs of illness or health concerns.
- Our staff participates in ongoing emergency preparedness training, and each classroom follows a customized Safe School Plan with regular emergency drills.
- Access to our school is controlled through secure entry procedures, and all visitors are verified before entering the building.
- Children with food allergies or medical conditions receive individualized care plans. Our staff is trained to recognize allergic reactions, follow emergency action plans, and take precautions to minimize allergen exposure during meals, snacks, and classroom activities.
- Medication is administered only with written parent authorization and according to Illinois DCFS regulations. All medications are securely stored, documented, and administered by trained staff following established health and safety procedures.
Our Preschool Classroom Teachers & Staff
Uzma Latif
I’m Uzma. I wanted to tell you a little about myself.
I am happy to be a part of the Primrose team at Carol Stream. Teaching is a passion and I love to work with children. I am looking forward to working with your children and watching then learn and grow.
I can’t wait to learn more about you and your family.
Childcare experience: 8+ Years
Education Background: Bachelors in Education
My Favorite Thing About Working with Children: Watch them learn and grow.
Favorite Primrose Friend: Molly the Cow
Favorite children’s book: I love my Mommy
In My Personal Time: I enjoy shopping and spending time with my family
Asha Roper
Hello! My name is Asha, and I’m so excited to be part of your child’s learning journey this year. I bring over 12 years of experience in the childcare field and am passionate about creating a nurturing, fun, and engaging classroom environment. I’m a proud mom to one amazing son and have two wonderful bonus sons.
I’m also a twin and very close to my family — relationships and connection mean a lot to me. Building strong bonds with the children and their families is something I truly value. I look forward to getting to know each of you as we learn and grow together!
Education Background: I hold a Child Development Associate (CDA) and am currently pursuing my Bachelor’s degree in Sociology.
Childcare experience: 12+ years
My favorite think about working with children: I love watching children grow, learn, and reach new milestones. It’s such a rewarding experience!
Favorite children’s book: The Napping House and Iggy Peck, Architect
In my personal time: I enjoy spending quality time doing fun activities with my family and friends.
Marissa Hoch
Hi my name is Marissa. I wanted to tell you a little about myself.
I love to take weekend getaways with either my family or my boyfriend. I love going to country concerts. I came from a family of 5 with two younger siblings. I have a sister who is 15 and my brother is 12. l love working with kids because to watch them learn and grow in all different ways always makes my heart melt.
Childcare experience: 5 year
Education Background: Associates degree in ECA
My Favorite Thing About Working with Children: getting to know all new families and watching the kids grow!
Favorite children’s book: if you give a mouse a cookie
In My Personal Time: I love being with friends and my family
Alonah Travis
I am Alonah! I wanted to tell you a little about myself.
I was born in Georgia and moved to Illinois when I was 8. I am middle child of 5. I enjoy working with children, but my goal is to finish school for business and forensic science. I have been working in Childcare field for 2 years, with 2-year-olds and school age children.
Childcare experience: 2+ years
Education Background: I hold a high school diploma and have been attending some college courses.
My Favorite Thing About Working with Children: Building bonds with children and my co-teachers. I look forward to teaching children in my class and watching them grow.
Favorite children’s book: No David books!
In My Personal Time: I like cleaning, organizing, hanging with friends and gaming.
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